Late Deal - Torquay Summer Holiday Special

Itinerary

Day 1

Join your coach this morning, and head towards your resort of Torquay. On arrival at the Riviera Hotel there is time to settle in. Enjoy a drink in the bar to meet friends and fellow travellers, and make sure you have worked up an appetite for evening meal, followed by fantastic entertainment that your central hotel is so famous for.

Days 2 - 4

Enjoy hearty traditional English breakfast each day. You can spend all of your time in and around Torquay to make the most of your fantastic seaside location. Alternatively join us on our great INCLUDED excursions.

Back in Torquay, take time to explore, whether it's a stroll along the promenade or harbour, enjoy some traditional fish & chips if you have room, or track down the mysterious connections with the enigmatic Agatha Christie! Return to your hotel in time for your evening meal and great entertainment.

Day 5

After a final tasty breakfast it is time to say farewell to Torquay and The English Riviera today and head homewards full of great memories from your weekend away.

Torquay

INCLUDED Visitor DestinationThe thriving traditional seaside town of Torquay has always been a top UK destination resort and for good reason. With its iconic palm trees, busy harbour, beautiful marina, sandy beach and wonderful array of cafes, bars & restaurants, there is something new to enjoy and discover during each visit. Grab a bucket and spade for a day at the beach, wander into town to enjoy an array of brand and independent shops or just take a stroll and marvel at the unique beauty that Torquay's gardens, seafront and walks provide. Don't forget, if you fancy a bit more sightseeing, Torquay's marina offers a wide selection of boat trips, allowing you the opportunity to discover the English Riviera Coastline by sea. The covered Fleet Walk and Union Square in Torquay offer an eclectic mix of high street and independent stores, whatever the weather. A Street & Craft Market is also held on Union Street every Thursday and Saturday all year round with a variety of stalls from local businesses. Various bus routes offer further exploration with places such as Paignton and Babbacombe within easy reach.

For more information on what to see and do in Torquay, please click here (opens in a new window)

Tour includes

• 4 nights hotel with English breakfasts & evening meals
• Entertainment every night
• Free time in Torquay to explore at your own pace
• Excursion to Paignton & Brixham
• Visit to Totnes
• Direct Coach Travel
• Net Zero Carbon

Paignton

INCLUDED Visitor DestinationOne of the brightest jewels in the English Riviera’s crown, Paignton has a long stretch of beautiful and easily accessible beachfront with a traditional promenade and green. It’s a superb holiday haven for people of all ages. Paignton is part of the UNESCO accredited English Riviera Global Geopark recognising its extraordinary natural beauty and heritage. There's plenty to do here all-year-round with a huge number of indoor and outdoor attractions. Don’t miss Devon’s 18th century Paignton Harbour, a real maritime gem with a bevy of boats, a historic harbour wall plus delightful restaurants and cafes where you can sample the famous local fish or try some tapas. This is England’s Seafood Coast with delicious fresh fish coming in daily from nearby Brixham. Tucked away behind Paignton Harbour is Fairy Cove a hidden Devon beach to discover. You’ll also love the gardens at nearby Roundham Head with its jaw-dropping views and access to Goodrington Sands, another spectacular beach.

Brixham

INCLUDED Visitor DestinationThe attractive fishing harbour of Brixham is fringed with a tumble of colourful fisher cottages on the surrounding hillsides. Explore the winding streets, where you can browse the unique gift and craft shops, enjoy some locally caught seafood or just relax and take in the views at the harbour cafes. And don’t forget to visit the famous replica of Sir Francis Drake’s iconic ship, The Golden Hind, which has docked in Brixham for over 50 years.

Totnes (half day)

INCLUDED Visitor DestinationTotnes is a charming Devon town with a bustling main street and a regular market situated in the beautiful Dart Valley.  The town dates from 907AD and is surrounded by woodlands, grassy fields and riverside walks. It is built on a hill rising up from the lovely River Dart. The old warehouses on the wharf have been restored preserving the character making it an ideal spot to wander and explore the local traders and cafes. Totnes has an excellent range of small independent retailers and unique shops, with a focus on fair trade goods, handmade crafts and ethical products alongside quality clothes, seasonal food, beautiful gifts and so much more. Every week the town bustles with lively, local traders selling crafts, gifts and food on Fridays and Saturdays, an Elizabethan market held each Tuesday morning (May-September), when traders dress in Elizabethan period costumes and the Food Market every third Sunday of the month. Back to top

Accommodation

Riviera Hotel, Torquay Torquay

• Restaurant with buffet-style dining
• Sports Bar with Sky and BT Sports on multiple large screens
• Show Bar with nightly entertainment
• Professional cabaret acts, bingo, quizzes and dancing
• Outdoor patio area
• Free Wi-Fi in public areas
• 140 en-suite bedrooms with flat-screen TV & tea/coffee facilities
• Indoor pool
• Hot tub
• Lift access to most floors
• 2 stair lifts
• Lounge areas with multiple TVs

• Good: Standard, unrefurbished rooms with shower over bath – great value accommodation
• Better: Recently refurbished rooms with new bathrooms and walk-in showers
• Best: Spacious rooms in the newest wing with superking beds and walk-in showers

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Hotel Location

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