Multiple Dates: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Torquay & Dartmoor with Johnsons Coaches staying at The Headland Hotel
Book NowMonday 14th June 2027 Friday 18th June 2027 Headland Hotel
Monday 13th September 2027 Friday 17th September 2027 Headland Hotel
5 Days
From £729
Discover the delights of the English Riviera on this relaxing five-day coach holiday based in Torquay. Enjoy free time to explore the resorts harbour, promenade, shops and cafés, together with memorable included excursions through the dramatic scenery of Dartmoor National Park and to peaceful Buckfast Abbey. A scenic journey on the Dartmouth Steam Railway adds a nostalgic highlight, following the beautiful Torbay coastline and Dart Estuary before time in historic Dartmouth. With comfortable hotel accommodation, half-board dining, Door to Door Service and the support of our friendly courier, this is a wonderful West Country escape.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
Explore the rugged landscapes and picturesque villages of Dartmoor National Park
Visit Buckfast Abbey, home to a peaceful Benedictine community and beautiful gardens
Enjoy free time in Torquay, the ever-popular Queen of the English Riviera
Ride the scenic Dartmouth Steam Railway from Paignton to Kingswear
Spend time in historic Dartmouth beside the River Dart
Day One: Arrival
We travel to the West Country, making a suitable stop for lunch en-route and arrive at our hotel during the early afternoon.
Day two
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day excursion into the magnificent landscapes of Dartmoor National Park. Travel across the rugged moorland, passing granite tors, open heathland and picturesque villages. Stops may include: Princetown, Postbridge and the famous clapper bridge, Widecombe-in-the-Moor. Continue to Buckfast Abbey, home to a thriving Benedictine community. Explore the beautiful church, gardens and visitor centre before returning to Torquay.
Day Three
A day at leisure in Torquay. Enjoy free time in Torquay, the "Queen of the English Riviera," exploring the harbour, promenade, shops and cafés. In the afternoon, you have the choice of either remaining in Torquay for further free time or join the coach for an optional excursion to Paignton, to explore the harbour, coves and promenade.
Day Four
We include a ride on the Dartmouth Steam Railway, a wonderfully scenic journey from Paignton to Kingswear, first skirting the beautiful Torbay coastline at Goodrington Sands, then hugging the Dart Estuary, with boats bobbing in the harbours. After free time in Dartmouth, we return to Torquay.
Day Five
Departing our hotel after breakfast we return homeward making a convenient stop for lunch en-route arriving home in the afternoon.
Majestically overlooking Meadfoot Beach and the sea, set on the headland, the Headland is around 15 minutes walk to the Beach and Centre. Originally built for the Romanoffs, the Russian Royal Family, this is an excellent seaside Hotel with good food and a Choice Menu, Dining at Leisure and 2-night entertainment. All bedrooms are en suite and have television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Bars, Restaurant, Lounge Area, Gardens and Spa & Hydro Pools. Mobility Grade: 3 The hotel has a lift which serves most Floors.
HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE
3-Star * En Suite Bedrooms * TV * Hairdryer * Hospitality Tray * Lift
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES
Door to Door Service
Our own courier service
Club Class Extra Legroom Coach
4 nights half board at The Headland Hotel
Outlined Excursions
Buckfast Abbey entrance
Dartmouth Steam Railway Single Journey
Date, Price & Supplement
14 Jun 27
£729
Single Room: NIL
Insurance: £40
13 Sep 27
£729
Single Room: NIL
Insurance: £40
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
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