Description
It may face the English channel, rather than the Med, but the coast around Torquay has long been dubbed the English riviera - famous for palm trees, piers and russet-red cliffs. At first glance, Torquay itself is the quintessential English seaside resort, a mild microclimate and an azure circle of bay.
Itinerary
Highlights
- Hotel for 3 or 4 nights in Torquay with dinner & breakfast- Porterage- Tea / coffee after dinner- Use of leisure facilities- Two included excursions as stated- Hotel entertainment some evenings
Your Itinerary
Day 1 - After joining your holiday coach, head south to Torquay for your 3 or 4 night stay with breakfast & dinner, staying at the 4* Belgrave Sands Hotel. DBBDays 2 - 3 (or 4) At leisure in Torquay with 2 included excursions.INCLUDED EXCURSIONS\nDevon Coast, Brixham & Dartmouth - All Tours \nAlong the famous Devon coastline to Brixham. This resort is primarily a fishing port within Torbay and has a long and rich history. In the lee of Berry Head, famous for its Napoleonic connections, its lighthouse and magnificent limestone cliffs, Brixham remains a popular resort with a rich maritime history and plenty of activities for the young and old alike. Then onto Dartmouth, another beautiful and well-preserved old port. As an area of outstanding natural beauty in South Devon, Dartmouth is truly beautiful and the River Dart provides many photographic delights, as does the town itself. Returning to Torquay via the resort of Paignton.\n\nDawlish & Teignmouth - All Tours\nHead off to the traditional Devon seaside town of Dawlish with its wonderfully long golden sandy beach. The town has plenty of interesting shops and a great range of places to eat and drink. The brook that runs through the centre of a wide-open green, The Lawn, is home to the famous black swans which have been residents in Dawlish since at least the early 1900s. Onto Teignmouth, a stunning coastal town with historic Georgian buildings, a lovely high street and long sandy beaches. The Town Beach is home to the Victorian pier, arcades and promenade whilst the River Beach is full of charming fishing boats and a has a wonderful quaint village feel.\n\n\nReturn Day - Homeward bound with happy memories and after interchange onward to your home towns mid evening.
Venue Information
4* Belgrave Sands Hotel & Spa, Torquay
\n\n\n\nThis popular 4* hotel enjoys a central location near the seafront and is a few minutes walk to Torre Abbey, Torbay's most historic building, located in an award-winning garden (open Tues - Sun. Entrance approx £11.00 in 2024). \n\nNewly renovated, elegant en-suite bedrooms feature large flat screen TV, hairdryer, mini-fridge and tea / coffee-making facilities. \n\n\nThere is a spa, restaurant, lounge bar, garden terrace plus entertainment some nights. Ground floor rooms available and there is also a lift.