UK Rail Tours

Devon Riviera Classic

A wonderful short break on the English Riviera to explore the beauty and charm of Devons magnificent coast by steam train and by boat, plus an extraordinary glimpse into the life of Agatha Christie.

(4 days, Escorted)

Enjoy a classic introduction to Devon arriving along one of Britains truly great railway journeys. Add a whiff of steam nostalgia to an idyllic river cruise, topped off with glorious sightseeing and an enthralling visit to the home of the literary ″Queen of Crime″.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

* Spectacular coastal rail journeys
* Travel by steam train along the beautiful English Riviera Geopark coast line
* Idyllic cruise along the gentle River Dart
* Explore Greenway House - holiday home of Agatha Christie
* Sightseeing in Paignton, Torquay and Brixham
* Stunningly located, elegant hotel

DEPARTS
Friday 8 June 2012 (click the date on the calendar to book)
Friday 6 July 2012 (click the date on the calendar to book)

4 days

TOUR ITINERARY

DAY 1
Experience one of Englands most quintessential holiday welcoming moments - the great railway journey along the sea wall at Dawlish, before climbing high into the rural pasturelands of the Devon hills then descending back to the coast to arrive on the Riviera at Torquay. We transfer to the Headland Hotel in its magnificent location, commanding the seascape.
Dinner included
 
DAY 2
A relaxing morning, free to enjoy the wonderful resort of Torquay and its many associations with Agatha Christie, including the ″Agatha Christie Mile″ taking in locations around the harbour and seafront - spotting the clues linked to a character in Dame Agathas books! Our afternoon features a return sea ferry cruise to Brixham, offering wonderful views of the spectacular coastline and free time to explore this busy and popular harbour resort.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 3
A day of nostalgia as we travel by steam train alongside the English Riviera coastline to Churston, then on through the wooded slopes of Long Wood bordering the Dart Estuary to Kingswear. We take a short ferry crossing to the historic resort of Dartmouth where there is free time for some gentle sightseeing. This afternoon we cruise up the River Dart to visit Greenway House, a former holiday home of the famous and much-loved author Agatha Christie, kept in its wonderful 1950s style and beautiful garden setting. We return by boat to Kingswear and then by steam train to Paignton, and onwards to our hotel.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 4
After breakfast it is time to bid farewell and depart for the station if travelling afar, or perhaps take the opportunity for some more sightseeing in Torquay before travelling homeward.
Breakfast included
 

HOTEL
The Headland Hotel, Torquay
Situated in one of the most beautiful parts of Torquay on the English Riviera, this elegant hotel sits majestically on the headland looking out to sea; set in two acres of magnificent grounds with stunning views across Torbay and numerous coastal walks nearby. Relax in the bar or the Grand Lounge with its high ceilings and soft architectural lines. All bedrooms are en-suite and offer free Wi-Fi, direct dial telephone, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Leisure facilities include sauna and an outdoor heated swimming pool.

FARES

Fare Region 
London: Paddington £360 First or £325 Standard

Greater London £390 First or £340 Standard

South of England  £360 First or £325 Standard

East Anglia £449 First or £375 Standard

South West  £285 First or £269 Standard

Heart of England £399 First or £319 Standard

Midlands £455 First or £350 Standard

Yorkshire  £510 First or £390 Standard

North East £569 First or £420 Standard

North West £485 First or £370 Standard

South Wales  £460 First or £330 Standard

North Wales £569 First or £425 Standard

Scotland £600 First or £445 Standard

Prices are per person (If you hold a Railcard you may be entitled to a discount!) 

Tour Base Fare £249 (joining at hotel)

JUNE Hotel Supplement £25
JULY Hotel Supplement £45

NO Single Room Supplement

3 nights bed, breakfast & Table d Hôte evening meal
Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class)
Rail & coach travel, with transfers as described
All excursions and admissions as detailed
Services of experienced Tour Manager
Hotel Porterage

If you require more information about this tour please call us on

0191 246 0708 or email sales@railtourguide.com

BOOK THIS HOLIDAY ONLINE NOW

If you wish to book this rail holiday now, please pay the deposit online.

If your room requirements are no longer available we will refund your booking deposit in full.

Once you have paid your deposit-
Please email us at sales@railtourguide.com with your rail requirements (1st class or Std class) your departure station to start/ end the tour, and let us know if you hold any rail cards.
We will then email you a booking reference number, a booking form and the invoice for the remaining balance due.
If you have any questions please call us on 0191 246 0708.
(Office Hours 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday)