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Trafalgar - Best of Devon and Cornwall (04/2024 - 09/2024) (BDEVZN19)

8 Days From London to London
Tour Style: Country Explorer
Trafalgar Brochure Price from $2,095.00
Brochures: Europe & Britain 2023 v2, Europe & Britain 2024 v1
Visits: England

Sign up for a whirlwind adventure on this popular England trip through Devon and Cornwall. Discover the legend of King Arthur at Tintagel Castle and learn how the monks of Buckfast Abbey have lived for centuries, before indulging in a traditional cream tea or Cornish pasty.
Choice Highlights

Must-see Highlights
  • : Discover Bath, Bristol, Brixham, Plymouth, Dunster, Lynmouth, Exeter and Salisbury
  • : Visit Royal Windsor, the Roman Baths in Bath, Longleat House in Warminster, Lacock village, Buckfast Abbey, the artists' colony of St. Ives, Exeter Cathedral, the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge and John Constable's Salisbury
  • : View Windsor Castle, the Capability Brown landscaped parkland at Longleat, Tintagel Castle in Cornwall, the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth and St. Michael's Mount

Iconic Experience
  • Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian façades and the bimillenial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name.
  • Bristol: See some of Bristol's highlights on an orientation drive with your Travel Director.
  • Lacock: Admire the charming honey-coloured stone cottages of Lacock.
  • St. Ives: Visit St. Ives, one of the United Kingdom's most popular seaside resorts.
  • Tintagel Castle: See the ruins of Tintagel Castle set against the dramatic Atlantic coastline.
  • 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.
  • Lynmouth: Enjoy a visit to the quaint village of Lynmouth and admire its delightful natural setting.
  • Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring monoliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.

Dive Into Culture
  • 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.

Be My Guest
  • Totnes: Savour an exclusive Be My Guest cream tea at The Old Forge, the former family home of Jane Seymour, one of Henry VIII's six wives.

Trafalgar Tour Itinerary

Day 1Welcome 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.
Visits: London
Accommodation: Hilton Kensington
Day 2Explore Windsor, Bath and Bristol
This morning, meet your Travel Director for a journey through lush landscapes to the historic market town of Windsor. Journeying west, we arrive in the stately Georgian town of 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. See the steamy thermal pool of the 'Great Bath' before travelling to easy going Bristol, where we'll enjoy an orientation of the city including views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge and Brunel's SS Great Britain, the world's first ocean-going luxury liner.
Visits: London, Windsor, Bath, Bristol
Meals: Breakfast, Welcome Reception
Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn City Centre
Day 3Experience a Stately Home and British Village Life Dive Into Culture
Leaving trendy Bristol behind, 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-coloured stone cottages and 15th-century inns have served as an iconic backdrop for such famous films as 'Pride & Prejudice', 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey'.
Visits: Bristol, Longleat, Lacock, Bristol
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn City Centre
Day 4Journey to Coastal Devon and Plymouth Connect with Locals Dive Into Culture
The sounds and smell of the sea beckon as you make your way to Devon and stop in the fishing town of Brixham where Sir Francis Drake’s ship 'Golden Hind' is permanently moored. Head to Totnes, on the Dart River, and Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest experience where you'll savour a cream tea at The Old Forge. This 600-year-old structure was originally the workshop for the Duke of Somerset’s Berry Pomeroy Castle and Estates and the former family home of Jane Seymour, one of Henry VIII’s six wives. 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. Venture to Plymouth next, where pilgrims once left English shores for an unknown new world. This evening you could choose to toast to their bravery over an optional dinner with your fellow travellers.
Visits: Bristol, Brixham, Totnes, Buckfastleigh, Plymouth
Meals: Breakfast, Be My Guest
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza
Day 5Admire Historic Sights and Venture to Exeter
Continue your journey to lovely St. Ives, a popular retreat for artists, surfers and sun-worshippers. On the way, enjoy views of St. Michael’s Mount with its 17th-century castle, perched dramatically atop the tidal island near the seaside town of Penzance. Stop at Tintagel Castle, the legendary birthplace of King Arthur, and admire its rugged clifftop vantage point overlooking the wild Atlantic. Your final destination today is the sophisticated capital of Devon - Exeter. Its stunning medieval centre is yours to explore on your own this evening.
Visits: Plymouth, St. Ives, Tintagel Castle, Exeter
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mercure Southgate
Day 6Enjoy Scenic Somerset and Dartmoor National Park
This morning, visit the Exeter Cathedral with its 15th-century astronomical clock and misericords, said to be the earliest complete set in the United Kingdom. Continue to the Somerset village of Dunster, where you’ll have some free time for lunch and an opportunity to view its castle on your own. Visit Lynmouth next, the walking capital of Exmoor, then drive through the brooding landscape of Dartmoor National Park, stopping at a traditional pub for a memorable Farewell Dinner with your travel companions. Return to Exeter, where you’ll spend the night.
Visits: Exeter, Lynmouth, Exeter
Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Accommodation: Mercure Southgate
Day 7Onwards to Prehistoric Stonehenge and London
This morning, visit the ancient monoliths at Stonehenge, which rise imposingly on Salisbury Plain, imagining a time when pagans and druids would gather in their mysterious midst. We'll visit the town of Salisbury, home to Britain's tallest spire, before returning to London.
Visits: Exeter, Stonehenge, Salisbury, London
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hilton Kensington
Day 8Farewell London
Say a fond farewell to your travelling companions at the end of a wonderful vacation, as you prepare to return home with treasured memories.
Visits: London
Meals: Breakfast


Available Room Types: Single, Triple, Twin, Twinshare
Child: ages 5 to 17

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*Tour StartRetailQuote
Thu 04/04/24 $2,095.00
Thu 04/11/24 $2,095.00
Thu 04/18/24 $2,095.00
Thu 04/25/24 $2,125.00
Thu 05/02/24 $2,175.00
Thu 05/09/24 $2,175.00
Thu 05/16/24 $2,175.00
Thu 05/23/24 $2,175.00
Thu 05/30/24 $2,250.00
Thu 06/06/24 $2,250.00
Thu 06/13/24 $2,250.00
Thu 06/20/24 $2,250.00
Thu 06/27/24 $2,250.00
Thu 07/04/24 $2,250.00
Thu 07/11/24 $2,250.00
Thu 07/18/24 $2,250.00
Thu 07/25/24 $2,250.00
Thu 08/01/24 $2,250.00
Thu 08/08/24 $2,250.00
Thu 08/15/24 $2,250.00
Thu 08/22/24 $2,250.00
Thu 08/29/24 $2,250.00
Thu 09/05/24 $2,250.00
Thu 09/12/24 $2,250.00
Thu 09/19/24 $2,250.00
Thu 09/26/24 $2,175.00
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