Beautiful Devon packs a punch for seaside charm, stunning coastal scenery and rich history. This exceptional packaged tour has a wonderful base of pretty Dawlish and encompasses some of the county’s finest sights and delights. Cue a guided tour of Powderham Castle, a cruise on the River Exe, and time free in historic Exeter, Sidmouth and Dawlish itself.
Dawlish
Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth
Powderham Castle © Jennifer Thompson
River Exe Cruise
Itinerary
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Powderham Castle & Dawlish
After breakfast, we make our way to Powderham Castle where we enjoy a fascinating guided tour. Located beside the River Exe close to the cathedral city of Exeter, this 600-year-old fortified manor is home to the Earl and Countess of Devon and boasts a colourful past rich with stories and secrets. The remainder of the afternoon is free for us to explore and enjoy the traditional seaside resorts of Dawlish and Dawlish Warren, both close to our hotel.
Day 3 River Exe Cruise & Exeter
This morning we travel to Exmouth for a circular cruise on the River Exe. Sailing on calm and sheltered waters, our skipper will provide us with live commentary on the history of the area. Following our boat trip, we make our way to Exeter. A city rich in history, there is plenty to occupy us here, including a magnificent cathedral, imposing Roman wall, beautiful quayside with shopping opportunities and the award-winning Royal Albert Memorial Museum. NB: Depending on tide timings, it may be necessary to take the cruise in the afternoon and visit Exeter in the morning.
Day 4 Sidmouth & Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary
Today we enjoy a full day at leisure in the Regency town of Sidmouth, which nestles between red cliffs on Devon’s Jurassic Coast and exudes timeless English charm. We have time to stroll the seafront to discover the town’s lovely beaches, admire the beautiful gardens and Georgian architecture, explore the friendly shops, and relax over lunch at your choice of the many stylish restaurants. Our day also includes a visit to the nearby Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary, where we can see the beautiful donkeys, it cares for and learn about its mission of rehoming those in need. Why not adopt a donkey on behalf of your group?
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Hotel
Langstone Cliff Hotel
Dawlish, Devon
Enjoying a stunning setting in 19 acres of woodland, the Langstone Cliff Hotel has fabulous views over sandy beaches and the Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve. At the heart of the hotel is the Lincoln Bar, Lounge, Veranda Room, Drawing Room and Poolside Room, all of them fronted by a magnificent Victorian cast iron colonial veranda commanding sweeping sea views. The Lincoln Restaurant serves a wide variety of British and international dishes, and the 64 guest rooms are all accessible by lift and accessorised with a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy the indoor and outdoor swimming pool, fitness room, snooker room, table tennis and hard tennis court, and visit Dawlish Warren beach, which is only a short walk away via a public footpath. The ground-floor rooms at the hotel are accessed via three steps.
BarGround Floor RoomsLiftParking On Site & Free of ChargeRestaurantTea & Coffee making facilities
Pricing
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Powderham Castle
- Circular cruise on the River Exe
- A visit to Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary
See quote for hotel inclusions
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £474pp
Double for Sole Use Supplement from £106
