Southwest England From Bristol - 4 days

Southwest England From Bristol - 4 days

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Southwest England From Bristol - 4 days

4 Days Starting in Bristol, England and ending in Stonehenge, England

Visiting: Bristol, England, St Ives, England, Dartmoor National Park, England, Stonehenge England

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 16

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

UK tours by Coach

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $1285 $835 Operator discount: -$450 -35%

NB: Prices correct on 22-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 4-day journey through Southwest England, starting from Bristol. Discover the legendary Tintagel Castle, believed to be the birthplace of King Arthur, and explore the surf capital of Falmouth with day trips to picturesque St Ives and the dramatic Land's End. Wander through the historic streets of Exeter and the rugged landscapes of Dartmoor National Park. Marvel at the natural beauty of Durdle Door and the Jurassic Coast, and enjoy free time in the charming market town of Shaftesbury. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the enigmatic Stonehenge before returning to Bristol. This small group tour includes comfortable guesthouse accommodations, breakfast, and transportation in an air-conditioned mini-coach, all escorted by a knowledgeable local driver-guide.

Highlights

  • Tintagel Castle - Discover this historic ruined castle on an included visit, purportedly the birthplace of King Arthur

  • Falmouth - Stay in one of Cornwall's surf capitals, with day trips to visit St Ives and Land's End

  • Exeter - Spend a day in this popular coastal Devon city and spend a morning exploring nearby Dartmoor

  • Shaftesbury - Enjoy free time in this charming market town, which dates all the way back to the times of the Saxons

  • Jurassic Coast - Keep your eyes peeled for dinosaur fossils and see majestic Durdle Door, a limestone arch in the sea

  • Stonehenge - Visit the UNESCO-listed stone circle, shrouded in mystery and dating back many centuries

  • St Ives - Explore this stunning coastal fishing town, one of the UK's most picturesque spots

  • Dartmoor National Park - Experience the craggy landscape, ancient forests, and rushing rivers of this national park

Itinerary

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Day 1: Bristol

Location: Bristol, England

Accommodation Name: Poltair, Gyllyngvase House or similar

Bristol - Dunster - Falmouth. We leave Bristol bright and early, heading south-west. Our itinerary is pretty flexible today, we'll stop in at pretty villages and take a scenic drive through Exmoor National Park. There's also a stop in the medieval village of Dunster, home to a well-preserved historic Norman castle.





There's time for lunch before we visit the incredible ruins of Tintagel Castle, perched atop the cliffs of North Cornwall. It is believed that this 13th century castle was the birthplace of King Arthur and you will have time to enjoy the panoramic coastal views. After our visit, we make our way to Falmouth for the night.





Accommodation: Poltair, Gyllyngvase House or similar.





Please note: Check-in closes at 08:00 on day 1 (tour departs at 08:15) - Bristol Pick-Up, DoubleTree by Hilton, Redcliffe Way, Bristol, BS16NJ.

Day 2: St Ives

Location: St Ives, England

Accommodation Name: Poltair, Gyllyngvase House or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Falmouth - St Ives - Land's End - Minack Theatre - St Michael's Mount - Falmouth. Today's excursion takes us first to the stunning coastal fishing town of St Ives, one of the UK's most picturesque spots. There's time for a wander before we head to Land's End, almost the most southerly point in the country and a great photo opportunity.





Then it's on to the unique Minack Theatre (subject to availability). Take a stroll around this open-air theatre perched on a clifftop before we finish the day at Marazion, from where you can admire the views of St Michael's Mount. This rocky outcrop is home to a medieval church and castle, and is the UK's own take on France's Mont Saint-Michel! We return to Falmouth for the night.





Accommodation: Poltair, Gyllyngvase House or similar.

Day 3: Dartmoor

Location: Dartmoor National Park, England

Accommodation Name: Exeter Townhouse, Telstar or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Falmouth - Tavistock - Dartmoor National Park - Exeter. Departing Falmouth, we have a little time this morning to choose what we visit - a local waterfall, or a stone circle, it's up to the group! Then it's on to Tavistock, a world heritage town and stannary (tin-mining district). There's free time to explore and find somewhere for lunch. Tavistock is also the birthplace of the cream tea, so where better to try this English speciality?





Next, we plunge into Dartmoor National Park, a craggy landscape home to ancient forests, rushing rivers and soggy wetlands. We stop in the picturesque village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor, where the folk song "Widecombe Fair" has been immortalized. We also see the granite outcrops of Haytor before heading to the coastal Devon city of Exeter for the night.





Accommodation: Exeter Townhouse, Telstar or similar.

Day 4: Stonehenge

Location: Stonehenge, England

Meals Included: Breakfast

Exeter - Durdle Door - Shaftesbury - Stonehenge - Bristol. The final day of our tour begins with a visit to Durdle Door, one of the English coastline's most impressive natural landmarks. We also visit charming Lulworth Cove on the Dorset coast. Our next stop is the quaint market town of Shaftesbury, which dates back all the way to Saxon times.





But we have saved the best until last, as the final stop of our tour is the legendary Stonehenge. This Neolithic stone circle is shrouded in mystery, and dates back around 5,000 years. Was the wizard Merlin involved in their creation, or aliens? We'll let you decide, but our visit promises to be a tour highlight nonetheless. leaving Stonehenge, it's back to Bristol, where our tour ends.





Please note: This tour ends at 18:45 - Bristol Drop Off, DoubleTree by Hilton, Redcliffe Way, Bristol, BS16NJ.

What's Included

  • 3 breakfasts

  • 3 nights simple guesthouse (hotel upgrade available)

  • Escorted by a local driver-guide

  • Transportation in 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning

  • Admission to Tintagel Castle

  • Entrance to Stonehenge

  • All road tolls

  • 20kg luggage - see Trip Notes for details

  • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

What's Not Included

  • International flights & visas

  • Airport transfers (pick up and drop off information can be found in the Trip Notes)

  • Meals not specified in itinerary

  • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture!

  • Entry fees unless specified

Mode of Transport

Travel comfortably in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning, escorted by a local driver-guide.

Accommodation

Enjoy 3 nights in simple guesthouses such as Poltair, Gyllyngvase House, or similar in Falmouth and Exeter Townhouse, Telstar, or similar in Exeter.

Age Policy

Min:5yrs with an adultChild discount available for 5-15 yrs sharing with 2 adults

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides transportation in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning.

  • Is breakfast included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour package includes 3 breakfasts.

  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 3 nights in a simple guesthouse, with an option to upgrade to a hotel.

  • Will there be a local guide during the tour?

    Yes, the tour is escorted by a local driver-guide.

  • Are there any admission fees included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes admission to Tintagel Castle and entrance to Stonehenge.

  • What is the luggage allowance for the tour?

    The luggage allowance for the tour is 20kg. Please see the Trip Notes for more details.

  • Are international flights and visas included in the tour package?

    No, international flights and visas are not included in the tour package.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

    No, airport transfers are not included. Pick-up and drop-off information can be found in the Trip Notes.

  • Are meals other than breakfast included in the tour?

    No, meals other than breakfast are not included in the tour package.

  • Is tipping included in the tour package?

    No, tipping is not included and is an entirely personal gesture.

  • Will I be traveling with a group from a single tour operator?

    No, this tour is operated in conjunction with a trusted partner, and you will join travelers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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30-Nov-2023

Traveled through Egypt with On the Go Tours, professional service, very informative and helpful tour guides. The choice of hotels was excellent... Definitely recommend this company

Gavin Harrigan  

King Tutankhamun 10 day tour of Egypt

16-Sep-2021

I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

Joyce Heitler (Google Reviewer)  

I would give this tour...

09-May-2024

I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

Simla Patel (Google Reviewer)  

This company doesn’t deserve even...

26-Nov-2024

This company doesn’t deserve even 1 star. I would not recommend this company. There are hidden fees which means the cost of the holiday ends up being very expensive. We recently came back from our trip to China where it is not customary to tip in restaurants & hotel staff. Yet we had to make a payment upfront in cash to to the guide for more than £100. The hotel service was appalling. Just think £100 from each person. The trip was suppose to be a Tour yet we had to pay for all entrance fees. We complained about the poor condition of the hotels but no one responded to our emails to date. The after sales service is non existent. Do not use this company. Far far too expensive for what you get. Not competitive at all. They messed up our booking; repeatedly asked for the same information. We spent so much time correcting their errors. Very difficult to get hold of anyone because they all work in S Africa or New Zealand. Absolute nightmare

Sarah Paterson (Google Reviewer)  

Terrible tour of India. For...

27-Dec-2023

Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

brandy hoffman (Google Reviewer)  

I had used them once...

09-Aug-2023

I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.