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English Riviera and South Devon

Enjoy an Elite Door to Door holiday to the beautiful English Riviera, combining stunning coastal scenery, historic towns and unforgettable rail and river journeys.

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Why You’ll Love This Holiday

South Devon offers the perfect combination of classic seaside charm, beautiful countryside and memorable excursions, making this a wonderfully varied and relaxing holiday.

Based in the popular resort of Paignton on the English Riviera, this holiday includes some of the region’s most scenic and historic attractions. Discover the maritime city of Plymouth, journey through the spectacular landscapes of Dartmoor National Park and enjoy free time in the elegant resorts of Torquay and Paignton.

One of the highlights of the holiday is the famous Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway, travelling along one of the most scenic stretches of railway in the country with beautiful coastal views throughout the journey. Your holiday also includes a relaxing river cruise from Dartmouth, offering stunning scenery and fascinating views along the River Dart.

Combining charming resorts, coastal scenery and memorable experiences, this holiday offers a wonderful way to explore the beauty of South Devon.

Your Hotel – The Queens Hotel, Paignton

The Queens Hotel is a popular and welcoming hotel situated close to the centre of Paignton and just a short stroll from the seafront.

Known for its friendly atmosphere and comfortable surroundings, the hotel provides an ideal base for exploring the English Riviera and surrounding South Devon coastline.

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

Convenient Door to Door pick-up from your home
Elite coach travel throughout
4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast
All bedrooms with en-suite facilities
Friendly and experienced driver

Included Visits and Experiences

Journey on the Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway
Boat trip in Dartmouth
Excursion to Plymouth
Visits to Torquay and Paignton
Scenic drive through Dartmoor National Park

Day 1

Your holiday begins with our convenient Door to Door service as you are collected from home and travel by Elite coach towards South Devon. Suitable comfort stops will be made along the way before arriving at your hotel in Paignton.

Day 2

Enjoy an excursion to the historic maritime city of Plymouth, famous for its naval heritage and connections to Sir Francis Drake. Returning to the hotel, you will travel through the spectacular scenery of Dartmoor National Park.

Day 3

Today features one of the highlights of the holiday as you board the famous Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway for a scenic journey along the beautiful Devon coastline to Kingswear. From here, cross by ferry to Dartmouth where you can explore the historic town before enjoying a relaxing river cruise on the River Dart.

Day 4

Spend time exploring the popular English Riviera resorts of Torquay and Paignton, where you can enjoy the seaside atmosphere, gardens, shops and attractive waterfronts

Final Day

After breakfast, we say farewell to South Devon and begin our comfortable journey home. Suitable stops will be made along the way for refreshments and comfort breaks before returning you safely to your front door with fond memories of your holiday.

Please Note

We always aim to operate the holiday as described. Occasionally changes may be necessary due to local or operational factors. Any adjustments will always be made with your comfort and enjoyment in mind.

About the Destination

The English Riviera is one of the UK’s most popular coastal destinations, renowned for its palm-lined promenades, attractive harbours and traditional seaside atmosphere.

South Devon also offers dramatic coastline, picturesque towns and beautiful countryside, with the stunning scenery of Dartmoor National Park providing a striking contrast to the elegant seaside resorts along the coast.

Dartmouth, Plymouth and Torquay each offer their own unique character, combining maritime heritage, shopping, sightseeing and coastal charm throughout the holiday.

About the Experience

This holiday combines scenic travel, relaxing coastal resorts and memorable excursions to create a wonderfully varied break away.

The famous steam railway journey along the Devon coastline is one of the highlights of the holiday, while the Dartmouth river cruise provides a relaxing way to admire the beautiful scenery of the River Dart. Combined with time to explore South Devon’s charming towns and resorts, this holiday offers a perfect mix of sightseeing and relaxation.

Your Hotel – The Queens Hotel, Paignton

This friendly and comfortable hotel provides an excellent base for your South Devon holiday.

Hotel Features

Restaurant
Bar and lounge
En-suite bedrooms
Close to seafront and town centre
Entertainment on selected evenings
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