Classic English Riviera

The quintessential English Riviera features miles of stunning coastline, picturesque villages, palm trees, piers, dramatic cliffs, and its own mild microclimate, making it one of the top holiday destinations in the UK. There are also plenty of fantastic attractions to enjoy in the area!

This fun-filled holiday includes a steam railway ride to Dartmoor and Kingswear, followed by a scenic one-hour circular river cruise around Dartmoor. We’ll then retrace our steps and take the train back to Paignton. Additionally, we will visit Buckfast Abbey and Brixham, with some leisure time in Torquay, where you can enjoy panoramic views during our sail on the Western Lady along the English Riviera.

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. 

Price includes

Door to door pick up service

Elite coach travel

6 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast

Entrance to Buckfast Abbey

A river cruise from Brixham to Torquay

A rail journey and cruise to Dartmouth

Time in Torquay

Evening entertainment

7 days/6 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.