Falmouth & The Isles of Scilly

Come away and immerse yourself in a land of golden sands, tropical foliage and laid-back Cornish charm while indulging yourself with a touch of luxury with a stay at the outstanding Royal Duchy Hotel. You are never more than 20 miles from the sea in Cornwall, and the stunning coastlines that feature rocky headlands and golden sandy beaches are peppered with picturesque fishing ports, towns, and villages, all waiting to be experienced. You’ll also have an opportunity to visit the Isles of Scilly, a cluster of islands off the coast of Cornwall with unspoilt beaches, peaceful greenery, and an altogether slower pace of life.

ROYAL DUCHY HOTEL

Part of the renowned Brend Hotels group, the Royal Duchy Hotel is one of the top luxury hotels in Cornwall. Traditional in style, the hotel sits in a stunning panoramic position with magnificent ocean views and is only a short walk to Falmouth’s lovely sandy Gyllyngvase beach and town centre. All the stylish and comfortable bedrooms feature television, radio, telephone Wi-Fi, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel also features an award-winning restaurant, bar, lounge area, outdoor terrace with stunning sea views and a leisure club. Lift to all floors.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE

Accommodation with dinner and breakfast
Return Penzance to St. Mary’s ferry crossing
Excursions as described in the tour itinerary
Return coach travel from your local pick up point

Day One

Today we depart from our local area and travel south via the motorways to Falmouth where we stay for the next four nights at the Royal Duchy hotel.

Day Two

A day at leisure to relax at the wonderful Royal Duchy hotel or explore Falmouth

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Day Three

Today we sail to the beautiful Isles of Scilly. Departing from Penzance, soak up the spectacular sight of the Cornish coastline, spotting landmarks like the world-renowned open air Minack Theatre, the famous Porthcurno cove and the Land's End peninsula as you cruise to St. Mary's, the largest of the Scilly isles. Upon arrival, immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of this island paradise, with its pristine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush green landscapes. Explore St Mary's rich history and discover its countryside paths, coastal trails, and quaint shopping areas.

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Day Four

Enjoy a visit St. Ives, a picturesque seaside town and one of the Cornwall's most popular resorts. Situated at the western end of the Cornish Peninsula overlooking a spectacular crescent of golden sand beaches, St. Ives has a laid-back atmosphere and features picturesque narrow cobbled streets, colourful traditional fishermen's cottages, independent shops, and lovely boutiques plus a fantastic selection of stylish cafes and restaurants. As you would expect, there are also some fabulous beaches plus the town is quite a magnet for artists and is home to a small branch of London's famous Tate Gallery. Whether you're looking to browse lovely boutiques, relax on the beach or sample delicious local seafood, you're sure to enjoy a visit to St. Ives.

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Day Five

A further day at leisure to explore Falmouth or join us on an optional excursion to legendary Land's End, a wild, craggy headland where Cornwall and the rest of Britain come to a halt. The views from here are outstanding and if the weather is clear, you can catch a glimpse of the Scilly Isles. After some time to take in the epic coastal views and browse the gift shops, we'll continue Marazion and explore the amazing island world of one of Cornwall's most iconic sights, St Michael's Mount. Connected to the mainland by a cobbled causeway and a ferry during high tide, the island is an unforgettable spectacle full of myth, legend and over a thousand years of incredible history.

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Day Six

We check out of our hotel and begin the jounrney home.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

THE ROYAL DUCHY HOTEL

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Abergele	Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop
Bangor, Nelson Pub	Bangor, Bus Stop Opposite Nelson Pub
Bangor, Pontio Centre	Bangor, Pontio Centre Bus Stop
Bethel	Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop
Bontnewydd	Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop
Bryngwran	Bryngwran, School Entrance
Caergeiliog	Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub
Caernarfon, Campbell Road	Caernarfon, Bus Stop Bottom of Campbell Road
Caernarfon, Leisure Cent.	Caernarfon, Bus Stop opposite Leisure Centre
Caernarfon, Morrisons	Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Waterloo Port	Caernarfon, Waterloo Port Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Y Glyn	Caernarfon, Y Glyn Bethel Road
Chester	Chester, Holiday Inn South Hotel Bus Stop
Chirk	Chirk, Moreton Park Garden Centre
Colwyn Bay	Colwyn Bay, Railway Station Bus Stop
Criccieth, Medical Centre	Criccieth, Medical Centre Bus Stop
Ewloe	Ewloe, Outside St David's Park Hotel
Gaerwen	Gaerwen, Stermat Car Park
Gwalchmai	Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock
Holyhead	Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance
Llanberis, Maes Padarn	Llanberis, Bus Stop Opposite Maes Padarn
Llanberis, Spar	Llanberis, Outside Spar Shop
Llandudno	Llandudno, Mostyn Broadway Coach Park Bus Stop
Llandudno Jct. Station	Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop
Llandygai	Llandygai, Penrhyn Castle Entrance
Llanfairfechan	Llanfairfechan, Castle Bridge Bus Stop
Llanfairpwll	Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park (Parking not permitted at Pringles car park)
Llanfairpwll Park & Ride	Llanfairpwll, Park & Ride
Llangefni	Llangefni, Church Street Bus Stop
Llanrug	Llanrug, Arvonia Garage
Menai Bridge	Menai Bridge, Library Bus Stop
Northop	Northop, Red Lion Pub Bus Stop
Oswestry	Oswestry, Mile End Services Coach Park
Penrhyn Bay	Penrhyn Bay, Post Office
Penygroes	Penygroes, Crossroads (Outside Victoria Hotel)
Porthmadog	Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop
Pwllheli	Pwllheli, Bus Station
Rhos on Sea, Cayley Arms	Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Cayley Arms
Rhos on Sea, Hickorys	Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Hickorys Restaurant
St. Asaph	St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station
Valley	Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel
Wrexham	Wrexham, Bus Stand Lord Street
Y Felinheli, St. Marys	Y Felinheli, St Mary's Church Bus Stop
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop