Torquay and the English Riveria

South Devon beckons with Torquay, a classic seaside resort. We begin by boarding a steam train that takes us along a beautiful stretch of coastline to Kingswear, where we board a ferry for Dartmouth. In the afternoon, we take a one-hour cruise to the Royal Naval College, Sir Walter Raleigh's Boathouse, and Greenway Quay! There will be some free time in Plymouth, a historic city known for Sir Francis Drake's expedition to defeat the Spanish Armada at sea. The return journey takes us through Dartmoor National Park, where we can enjoy some breathtaking scenery. We spend the day enjoying the atmosphere, parks, gardens, and everything Torquay has to offer.

Headland Hotel, Torquay****

This beautiful 3-star family-run seaside hotel, formerly the Russian Royal Family’s home in Torquay, sits majestically looking out to sea. The hotel has 2 acres of grounds overlooking Meadfoot Beach, with a newly built Gallery Lounge and sea-view terrace.  The spacious and elegant Romanoff Restaurant has been awarded with an AA Rosette.  All bedrooms include TV, tea/coffee facilities and hairdryer.  The hotel has a lift. 

Price includes

Door to door pick up service

Elite coach travel

4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast

Entertainment each night at the hotel

Paignton and Dartmoor Steam Railway

Ferry crossing from Kingswear to Dartmouth

A day at leisure in Torquay

An afternoon hour-long river cruise along Dartmouth embankment

A historic visit to the City of Plymouth

5 days/ 4 nights

Headland Hotel, Torquay ***

This beautiful 3-star family-run seaside hotel, formerly the Russian Royal Family’s home in Torquay, sits majestically looking out to sea. The hotel has 2 acres of grounds overlooking Meadfoot Beach, with a newly-built Gallery Lounge and sea-view terrace. The spacious elegant Romanoff Restaurant has been awarded with an AA Rosette. All bedrooms include TV, tea/coffee facilities and hairdryer. The hotel has a lift.