Come and explore Paignton, one of the brightest jewels in the English Riviera’s crown.
Book NowPaignton is part of the stunning English Riviera, situated on the South Devon coastline in sheltered Torbay and is very popular with families and couples looking for a quiet break. Paignton is the central town in Torbay, Torbay includes Torquay, Brixham and Paignton. Paignton is traditionally known as a family holiday resort. Why? Simply because of its beaches and friendly atmosphere. Like all of Torbay, Paignton was frequented by Victorians and some of the architecture still remains.
Holiday includes: 4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast, Dartmouth Steam Railway, Kingswear Ferry, River Dart Cruise, Donkey Sanctuary, excursions as described, executive coach travel.
Hotel: Esplanade Hotel, Paignton
Holiday Itinerary
Day 1 Depart from your home area in the morning travelling to Paignton to arrive late afternoon at the Esplanade Hotel. 4 nights stay - dinner, bed, and breakfast. Two nights of entertainment are provided during your stay.
Day 2 A superb day out with a 'Steam and Cruise' theme. In Paignton, we join the Dartmouth Steam Railway for a delightful and nostalgic ride along the coast and across the scenic Dart Valley to Kingswear. Here we take the ferry across the harbour to historic Dartmouth. We have time for lunch and to explore the town before we enjoy a 1-hour cruise along the beautiful River Dart. Afterward, we take the ferry back to Kingswear and rejoin the train for the ride back to Paignton.
Day 3 A free day to explore our base of Paignton at leisure. Our hotel is located on the seafront so perhaps take a stroll in the sea air, browse the shops in the town or maybe visit the famous Paignton Pier!
Day 4 After breakfast this morning we journey to the historic coastal town of Sidmouth. Sidmouth captivated the Poet Laureate, John Betjeman - and it will captivate you too. Beautiful gardens, leisurely walks, Regency history, clean beaches, and friendly shops… it's all here in this lovely seaside town that nestles beneath majestic red cliffs and the green hills of the glorious Sid Valley. Later we visit the famous Donkey Sanctuary. The history of how this was set up is amazing. You can listen to the talks explaining all about the sanctuary and how they work with countries all over the world. It's a must-visit.
Day 5 After breakfast, we leave and begin our journey home.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address | Times |
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Bentalls Centre | Opposite Bentalls Centre, Heybridge | View |
Cheap Shop, Tiptree | Cheap Shop, Tiptree | View |
Cherry Chase, Tiptree | Opposite Cherry Chase, Tiptree | View |
Colchester Road Heybridge | Colchester Road/Oak Road Bus Stop, Heybridge | View |
Colchester Road, Totham | The Compasses bus stop, Colchester Road, Gt Totham | View |
Cups Corner, Maldon | Cups Corner Cross Rd East Bus Stop nr Coop | View |
Doubleday Drive Heybridge | Doubleday Drive Bus Stop, Heybridge | View |
Duck Pond, Tiptree | Duck Pond, Tiptree Opposite Asda | View |
End Anchor Road, Tiptree | End Anchor Road, Tiptree | View |
Eves Corner, Danbury | Eves Corner Bus Stop, Danbury | View |
Fambridge Road, Maldon | Fambridge Rd bus stop end of Washington Rd, Maldon | View |
Heybridge Inn | Heybridge Inn Bus Stop | View |
Holloway/Crescent Road | Holloway Road/Crescent Road Bus Stop, Heybridge | View |
New Times PH, Tiptree | New Times PH, Station Road, Tiptree | View |
Olio, Wickham Bishops | Olio formerly The Chequers PH, Wickham Bishops | View |
Post Office, Great Totham | The Post Office, Great Totham | View |
Poundstretchers, Maldon | Poundstretchers, Maldon | View |
Prom Gates, Maldon | Prom Gates, Maldon (next to the Museum) | View |
Queen Victoria PH, Maldon | Opposite Queen Victoria PH, Maldon | View |
Roy Terrys, Tiptree | Opposite Roy Terrys, Tiptree | View |
Scout Hut, Wickham Bishop | Scout Hut, Wickham Bishops | View |
St Lukes | St Lukes, Tiptree | View |
The Avenue, Danbury | The Avenue, Danbury | View |
The Ship Bus Stop Tiptree | Opposite The Ship Bus Stop, Tiptree | View |
Witham - Route A | The George PH, Witham | View |
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