Weymouth, Cruise and Steam Train
Weymouth, Cruise and Steam Train
Weymouth, Cruise and Steam Train
5 Days Starting and ending in Weymouth, UK
Visiting: Weymouth, Poole, Jurassic Coast
Tour operator:
Tour code:
wdd
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Special diets catered:
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Tour operated in:
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$543 (USD)NB: Prices correct on 19-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
As one of Britain’s oldest resorts, Weymouth knows how to please a holidaymaker and was first made popular by George III. Today, there is a sandy beach, historic harbour with old pubs and cottages, and plenty of shops and attractions. We take to the water and sail into the Victorian seaside town of Swanage, then turn to the tracks onboard the Swanage Steam Railway.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Location: Weymouth
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to our hotel in Weymouth for four nights.
Day 2 Swanage Steam Railway, Cruise And Poole
Location: Poole
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a relaxing cruise with live commentary around the eastern tip of the Jurassic Coast, sailing into the Victorian seaside town of Swanage. We continue to join the Swanage Steam Railway – which runs beneath the ruins of Corfe Castle – before spending time in delightful Poole.
Poole is a bustling resort known for being the home of Europe's largest natural harbour. With award-winning beaches and a historic old town, this is a great place to explore.
Day 3 Day At Leisure Or Dorchester
Location: Weymouth
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today is the perfect chance to explore Weymouth at leisure, with its golden beaches and pretty harbour.
Alternatively, why not join our optional excursion to historic Dorchester? Dorset's county town is also the birthplace of Thomas Hardy, who used Dorchester as his inspiration for 'Casterbridge' that featured in many of his works. You'll find well-known shops on the high street, as well as local independent shops selling everything from clothing and jewellery to antiques and art.
Day 4 Jurassic Coast
Location: Jurassic Coast
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Discover the magnificent Jurassic Coast, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Beginning in Exmouth and stretching 95 miles along the coast to Old Harry Rocks near Swanage, the Jurassic Coast is England's only natural World Heritage Site.
Our excursion takes us past Chesil Beach – an 18-mile-long shingle barrier beach – to reach West Bay, a quaint harbour village which is renowned for its fossil-hunting and role in the popular television series Broadchurch. We'll also call at Lyme Regis, a pretty seaside resort boasting breathtaking scenery, a picturesque harbour and fascinating history.
Day 5
Location: Weymouth
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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4 nights hotel with English breakfast
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Meals
4 x English breakfast and 4 evening meals
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Transport
Travel by coach from local joining points or Home Connect service
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Additional Services
Porterage at the hotel
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Russell Hotel or Hotel Prince Regent in Weymouth.
Mode of Transport
Travel by coach
Dates & Availability
Monday - Friday
Jul 29, 2024 - Aug 02, 2024Monday - Friday
Aug 05, 2024 - Aug 09, 2024Monday - Friday
Sep 23, 2024 - Sep 27, 2024Monday - Friday
Sep 30, 2024 - Oct 04, 2024Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.