Tour Best Of Devon And Cornwall (8 Days) | Visit United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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Hilton Kensington Moxy Plymouth Hilton Garden Inn City Center The Tower

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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

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All guests travelling with Trafalgar through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

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7 Breakfast (B) 2 Dinner (D)

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Wiltshire: Savor an exclusive Be My Guest High Tea at Stowford Manor, a family-run farm situated in the From Valley. Warminster: Enjoy a guided tour of Longleat House, the former seat of the Marquesses of Bath and one of the finest stately homes open to the public. Buckfastleigh: Visit Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery built on the site where monks have lived and prayed for over 1,000 years. Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring monoliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years. Exeter: Visit the 15th-century Cathedral Church of Saint Peter in Exeter. With a history spanning more than one thousand years, marvel at the complexity of the building’s design and decoration. Lacock: Admire the charming honey-colored stone cottages of Lacock. Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian façades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name. St. Ives: Visit St. Ives, one of the United Kingdom’s most popular seaside resorts. Bristol: See some of Bristol’s highlights on an orientation drive with your Travel Director. Bath: Visit the incredibly well-preserved Roman Baths. Discover 2000 years of history and learn how this hub of culture is pioneering new educational investments to benefit the community. Its school educational program actively supports local schools and students to learn about the cultural heritage of the region. The Roman Baths experience advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education. Discover Stonehenge, St. Ives, Plymouth, Bath, Bristol and Windsor Visit the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge, Exeter Cathedral, the artists’ colony of St. Ives, Buckfast Abbey, the Roman Baths and Royal Windsor. View St. Michael’s Mount, the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth, Capability Brown landscaped parkland at Longleat and Windsor Castle. An expert Travel Director and professional Driver London: The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar’s recommended London hotel London: Pick-up and drop-off when you stay at the Trafalgar recommended London hotel, booked through Trafalgar Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

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Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Welcome To London

A vibrant mix of old and new which marches to its very own unforgettable multi-cultural tune. Spend your day exploring the city’s iconic sights - its royal heritage, exquisite architecture and fascinating museums. Then take to the city’s streets this evening, enjoying the buzz of Soho or perhaps attend a West End show.
Day 2 Day 2: Explore Stonehenge, Exeter And Plymouth
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Explore Stonehenge, Exeter And Plymouth

This morning, meet your Travel Director for a journey through the rolling landscape of Wiltshire to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ancient monoliths at Stonehenge, which rise imposingly on Salisbury Plain, imagining a time when pagans and druids would gather in their mysterious midst. Next, visit the 15th-century Cathedral Church of Saint Peter in Exeter. Continuing to Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City known for its maritime heritage, where pilgrims once left English shores for an unknown new world. Join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner this evening, at a local restaurant.
Day 3 Day 3: Penzance And St. Ives
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Penzance And St. Ives

Journey to Penzance and enjoy views of one of Cornwall’s iconic landmarks, St Michael’s Mount with its 17th-century castle, perched dramatically atop the tidal island, an ancient market town and historic port. Explore the lovely St. Ives, one of the most picturesque towns in Cornwall and a popular retreat for artists, surfers and sun-worshippers.
Day 4 Day 4: Enjoy A Visit To Buckfast Abbey And A Dartmoor Scenic Drive Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Enjoy A Visit To Buckfast Abbey And A Dartmoor Scenic Drive Dive Into Culture

This morning, consider an optional cruise around Plymouth’s dramatic coastline or enjoy some free time exploring Plymouth your way. Continue to Buckfast Abbey where you’ll Dive Into Culture and gain insights into how Benedictine monks have lived and prayed for nearly 1,000 years. Next, enjoy Dartmoor National Park on a scenic drive across the mysterious moors.
Day 5 Day 5: Journey To Bristol Connect With Locals Make Travel Matter
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Journey To Bristol Connect With Locals Make Travel Matter

Head to Stowford Manor Farm, and Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest experience where Cream Tea will be served by the owner. This family run farm, located in the Frome Valley, has a diverse range of interests from Jersey milking cows to a community of workshops used by local craftsmen. Continuing to Bristol, England’s urban art capital, home to graffiti artist, Banksy.
Day 6 Day 6: Experience A Stately Home And British Village Life Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Experience A Stately Home And British Village Life Dive Into Culture

Today we embark on a scenic drive through the English countryside, arriving at Longleat Stately Home where we’ll Dive Into Culture and gain insights into centuries of British tradition. Embark on an included guided tour one of the country’s finest stately homes, home to the former 7th Marquess of Bath. Wander through its grand rooms featuring priceless collections of art, antiques and tapestries collected by 15 generations and admire the exquisite Capability Brown landscaped parkland. Later, we stop in the picturesque village of Lacock – its honey-colored stone cottages and 15th century inns have served as an iconic backdrop for such famous films as ’Pride & Prejudice’, ’Harry Potter’ and ’Downton Abbey’. This evening we’ll enjoy a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant.
Day 7 Day 7: Onwards To Windsor And London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Onwards To Windsor And London

We arrive at the double-inscribed UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the Great Spa Towns of Europe, Bath, whose beautiful Pulteney Bridge and 15th century Gothic Abbey provide a picturesque backdrop for the Roman Baths from which the city takes its name. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, and see the steamy thermal pool of the ’Great Bath’ and learn how this hub of culture is pioneering new educational investments to benefit the community. Journey through lush landscapes to the historic market town of Windsor, home to Windsor Castle, a residence of the British Royal Family before returning to London where our memorable journey through Devon and Cornwall comes to an end.
Day 8 Day 8: Farewell London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Farewell London

Say a fond farewell to your traveling companions at the end of a wonderful vacation, as you prepare to return home with treasured memories.

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Best Of Devon And Cornwall (8 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Best Of Devon And Cornwall (8 Days)

Day 1: Welcome To London

Day 2: Explore Stonehenge, Exeter And Plymouth

Day 3: Penzance And St. Ives

Day 4: Enjoy A Visit To Buckfast Abbey And A Dartmoor Scenic Drive Dive Into Culture

Day 5: Journey To Bristol Connect With Locals Make Travel Matter

Day 6: Experience A Stately Home And British Village Life Dive Into Culture

Day 7: Onwards To Windsor And London

Day 8: Farewell London

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