Cornwall & the Cotswolds: Small-Group Tour from London (5-days)

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Stonehenge, Salisbury & the Jurassic Coast⌄

   Your adventure begins by departing London and heading towards the first stop, Stonehenge; the most famous stone circle in the world. This monument is thought to be 4,500 years old, yet it’s true meaning is still not truly understood.

   Next, you'll visit the medieval city of Salisbury, where there will be time to visit the magnificent Cathedral & see the Magna Carta, wander through the charming city centre and also have some lunch.

   This afternoon you’ll travel to Durdle Door; a spectacular limestone arch which is one of the most iconic features of the Jurassic Coast.

   Overnight: Overnight Destination - Exeter

2. 2Dartmoor, Polperro & Charlestown⌄

   This morning you'll negotiate country lanes and absorb beautiful scenery in Dartmoor National Park; known for its Sherlock Holmes connection, native wild ponies and infamous prison. You'll stop in at the charming town of Tavistock; birthplace of Sir Francis Drake, where you can try a traditional Devonshire Cream Tea.

   By the afternoon you'll be in Cornwall, and you'll start by visiting the quaint community of Polperro; a small fishing village where smuggling once prospered.

   Next it’s a short trip to the historic port of Charlestown; a place that has remained largely unchanged for over 200 years. Today the harbour is instantly recognisable as a filming location in the TV series Poldark.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Overnight Destination - Falmouth

3. 3St Michael's Mount, Minack Theatre, Land's End & Falmouth⌄

   Today will take you to some of the most isolated parts of Cornwall's coastline. You'll start by visiting the iconic St Michaels Mount; an island that’s been home to a monastery since at least the 8th century.

   Next up is the Minack Theatre; a venue with a spectacular location that would rival any theatre in the world.

   From here you'll make the short journey to mainland Britain's most westerly point; Lands End, where you can gaze out over the Atlantic Ocean.

   This afternoon you'll return to Falmouth where you can spend time on the beach, visit Pendennis Castle or the National Maritime Museum Cornwall or simply explore this charming harbour town.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Overnight Destination - Falmouth

4. 4St Ives, Tintagel and Port Isaac⌄

   This morning your first stop is the popular seaside town, St Ives; an important fishing settlement and now a haven for artists, where you can stroll down cobbled lanes or along the harbour front.

   Next you'll travel to the charming village of Port Isaac; where hit TV series Doc Martin is filmed. Commonly known as 'Portwenn', you'll have plenty of time to see all of the Doc Martin connected places.

   This afternoon continue along the coast to Tintagel to explore an island that was once home to an ancient castle legend suggests is the birthplace of King Arthur.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Overnight Destination - Exeter

5. 5Bath & the Cotswolds⌄

   The final day begins by travelling to the beautiful city of Bath where you can visit the Roman Baths, the Jane Austen centre and see the famous Georgian architecture.

   Then, continue through rural scenery to Castle Combe; possibly the most picture-perfect village in the region.

   Meals: Breakfast