Cornwall's Charms: Looe Valley Railway & St Ives
Cornwall is a land of rugged coastlines, shipwrecks, smugglers and folklore. From our base in Falmouth, and later Looe, we'll explore some of our favourite parts of Cornwall including St Michael's Mount!
View Dates & BookCornwall is a land of rugged coastlines, shipwrecks, smugglers and folklore. From our base in Falmouth, and later Looe, we'll explore some of our favourite parts of Cornwall including St Michael's Mount!
Includes
Return luxury coach travel on 'The Optimum Experience' vehicle
With an elegant design our new coach offers incredible passenger comfort, wide seats, generous onboard legroom and moveable headrest that ensures you’re as relaxed as possible as soon as you find your seat
3 nights half board at Penmere Manor Hotel, in Falmouth
3 nights half board at Portbyan Hotel, in Looe
Cornish cream tea on arrival at Portbyan Hotel, in Looe
Journey on the Looe Valley Line Railway (to Liskeard)
Excursions to St Michael’s Mount, Mevagissy, Padstow & Port Isaac
Free time in Falmouth & Looe
Please note this price includes our door-to-door, if you do not require this service please call 08456 66 55 44* to place your booking.
Day 1
We Travel to our hotel in Looe with suitable comfort stops along the way. On arrival a traditional Cornish cream tea will be served, for us to enjoy.
Day 2
This morning we include a journey on the Looe Valley Line Railway to Liskeard, enjoying beautiful views of picturesque valleys teeming with wildlife along the way. Return for the afternoon at leisure in busy fishing port of Looe, a popular seaside destination since Victorian times..
B, DDay 3
This morning we head to Padstow perhaps taking the opportunity to sample TV chef Rich Stein's award-winning fish and chips. From here we continue to Port Isaac, famous as the location for filming of TV's Doc Martin.
B, DDay 4
This morning we drive along the south coast calling for a lunchtme visit to the charming traditional fishing village of Mevagissy en route. From here we continue to Falmouth. Penmere Manor Hotel for the remainder of our stay.
B, DDay 5
Full day at leisure in Falmouth, known for it's deep natural harbour and home to the National Maritime Museum Cornwall.
B, DDay 6
Today's excursion includes visits to the awe-inspiring tidal island of St Michael's Mount crowned by a medieval church and castle, and the charming resort of St Ives, with it's eclectic collection of artists studios and independent shops.
B, DDay 7
We begin our journey home.
BB=Breakfast, D=Dinner
Penmere Manor Hotel ***, Falmouth
A Georgian Hotel set in 4 acres of gardens and woodland, 5 minutes drive from the town centre. There is a fine-dining restaurant and bar/lounge, plus the Penmere Leisure Club comprises an indoor heated swimming pool, a sauna, Jacuzzi and a well-equipped small gymnasium. The rooms have free wi-fi, flat screen digital TV, hairdryers, ironing facilities and tea/coffee making facilities.
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Portbyhan Hotel ***, Looe
Modern hotel situated in an unrivalled position right in the heart of Looe, overlooking the Looe River harbour allowing guests to relish the panoramic views with only a short stroll into Looe town centre. This modern hotel on the South West Coast Path is 10 minutes' walk from East Looe Beach. There's a relaxed restaurant with harbour views, and a contemporary lounge bar with a rooftop terrace. Rooms feature free Wi-Fi, LCD Freeview TVs, hairdryer and tea and coffeemaking equipment, plus ironing facilities on request.
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The Optimum Experience
We are pleased to introduce our NEW luxury range 'the Optimum Experience' by Skills which will feature a selection of our 2021 holiday packages.
With an elegant and stylish design, our Optimum Experience offers amazing passenger comfort with soft, wide seats, generous onboard legroom and moveable headrest that ensures you're as comfortable and relaxed as possible as soon as you find your seat.
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
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| Arnold High St Bus Stop | Arnold High Street Bus stop, Outside leisure centre car park, NG5 7EE | |
| Derby Bus Station | Derby, Bus Station Bay 27 & 28, DE1 2AY | |
| Loughborough Ashby Rd | Loughborough Ashby Rd Services LE11 3QU | |
| Markfield Services | Markfield Services, Leicestershire, J22, M1 LE67 9PP | |
| Nottingham Mount St | Nottingham, Mount Street Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, NG1 6HE | |
| Toton Lane Tram Stop | Toton Lane Tram Stop Park and Ride Toton Lane Tram Stop, NG9 7JA |
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