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Based in Newquay, this tour takes in breathtaking gardens, coastline and beautiful Cornish stately homes. We feature a coastal train ride, Prideaux Place and the magnificent Lost Gardens of Heligan where we discover its spectacular gardens and the UK’s only outside jungle!
The Best of Cornish Coast & Country 2025
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Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Train Journey & St Ives
This morning we drive to St Erth to board our regular train along for a journey along the beautiful coastline past Carbis Bay to the very heart of St Ives. We have time here to explore this famous resort before returning to our hotel in the late afternoon by coach.
Day 3 Truro & The Lost Gardens of Heligan
This morning, we make our way to the market town city of Truro, where we can enjoy a stroll before exploring the town’s attractions, including the stunning Gothic Revival Cathedral. After lunch, we head to the amazing Lost Gardens of Heligan where you will be welcomed by a member of the team and escorted to the gardens. On Flora’s Green there will be an introduction to the history of the Heligan Estate along with the magnificent success story of its restoration. We then enjoy a cream tea before time at leisure to explore over 200 acres of garden paradise and enjoy the breathtaking surroundings, including the spectacular jungle! En route back to our hotel we enjoy a photo-stop at picturesque Charlestown and its Grade II Listed Georgian harbour and tall ships, famous for featuring in many TV programmes and films.
Day 4 Padstow & Prideaux Place
After breakfast, we make our way to Padstow, where we spend time at leisure exploring this charming fishing port and famous foodie destination thanks to its reputation for fabulous seafood restaurants and links to the celebrity chef Rick Stein. In the afternoon, we visit Prideaux Place, a magnificent Elizabethan manor house perched above Padstow’s busy harbour. We enjoy a guided tour of the house and its rooms, which are in constant use by the family, before exploring the beautiful gardens at leisure and enjoying the views.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Or for the Pentire Hotel based on 5 Nights:
Day 5 Newquay & Healey’s Cornish Cyder Farm
This morning we enjoy free time in Newquay itself, to enjoy the facilities of the hotel or perhaps take a stroll along the fabulous Fistral Beach. In the afternoon, we travel to Healey’s Cornish Cyder Farm for a 60 minute guided tour and tasting of this excellent traditional brewery.
Day 6 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Train Journey & St Ives
This morning we drive to St Erth to board our regular train along for a journey along the beautiful coastline past Carbis Bay to the very heart of St Ives. We have time here to explore this famous resort before returning to our hotel in the late afternoon by coach.
Day 3 Truro & The Lost Gardens of Heligan
This morning, we make our way to the market town city of Truro, where we can enjoy a stroll before exploring the town’s attractions, including the stunning Gothic Revival Cathedral. After lunch, we head to the amazing Lost Gardens of Heligan where you will be welcomed by a member of the team and escorted to the gardens. On Flora’s Green there will be an introduction to the history of the Heligan Estate along with the magnificent success story of its restoration. We then enjoy a cream tea before time at leisure to explore over 200 acres of garden paradise and enjoy the breathtaking surroundings, including the spectacular jungle! En route back to our hotel we enjoy a photo-stop at picturesque Charlestown and its Grade II Listed Georgian harbour and tall ships, famous for featuring in many TV programmes and films.
Day 4 Padstow & Prideaux Place
After breakfast, we make our way to Padstow, where we spend time at leisure exploring this charming fishing port and famous foodie destination thanks to its reputation for fabulous seafood restaurants and links to the celebrity chef Rick Stein. In the afternoon, we visit Prideaux Place, a magnificent Elizabethan manor house perched above Padstow’s busy harbour. We enjoy a guided tour of the house and its rooms, which are in constant use by the family, before exploring the beautiful gardens at leisure and enjoying the views.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Or for the Pentire Hotel based on 5 Nights:
Day 5 Newquay & Healey’s Cornish Cyder Farm
This morning we enjoy free time in Newquay itself, to enjoy the facilities of the hotel or perhaps take a stroll along the fabulous Fistral Beach. In the afternoon, we travel to Healey’s Cornish Cyder Farm for a 60 minute guided tour and tasting of this excellent traditional brewery.
Day 6 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Fistral Beach Hotel
Newquay, Cornwall
The Fistral Beach Hotel offers bright, spacious and contemporary public areas and stunning views across the bay. All 71 of the comfortably furnished bedrooms are accessible by lift and feature neutral décor. They are equipped with TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The modern restaurant offers fantastic views of Fistral Beach while the large bar and lounge area is perfect for relaxing with drinks or light bites. Excellent leisure facilities include an indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room.
• Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is off-site & chargeable
Kilbirnie Hotel
Newquay, Cornwall
Just 10 minutes’ walk from Newquay town centre, the Kilbirnie Hotel is superbly located overlooking the sea, within easy walking distance of several beaches. Bedrooms are bright and comfortable with all offering a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The spacious restaurant overlooks the sea and serves traditional British cuisine using fresh local produce and locally caught seafood where possible. There is also a large, well-stocked bar and lounge, as well as an outdoor patio area. Fantastic leisure facilities include indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna and a gym.
• Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is off-site
& chargeable
The Esplanade Hotel
Newquay
This Esplanade Hotel is located in a lovely seafront position, opposite Fistral Beach with outstanding views of the bay. The hotel’s 90 bedrooms offer a homely feel and are equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a large, bright restaurant and an open plan lounge which both offer panoramic sea views and there is also a modern bar and sun terrace. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna, spa bath and gym.
• Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is off-site & chargeable
The Esplanade Hotel
Newquay, Cornwall
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £359pp
Double for Sole Use Supplement from £94
Please refer to your quote for hotel inclusions.
The Fistral Beach Hotel
Newquay, Cornwall
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £379pp
Double for Sole Use Supplement from £93
Please refer to your quote for hotel inclusions.
Kilbirnie Hotel
Newquay, Cornwall
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £269pp
No Single Supplement (max 4 incl driver)
Please refer to your quote for hotel inclusions.
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