Torquay, Cruise and Cream Tea

Name: Torquay, Cruise and Cream Tea (5 Day Tour)
Brand: Shearings
SKU: wtctc
Availability: InStock

3.7 Out of 5 (23 Reviews)

Discover the highlights of Devon on this spectacular short break! We’ll enjoy a relaxing cruise in Plymouth, taking in some of the city’s finest areas, before heading to Princetown for a delicious cream tea – a Devonshire must! On our scenic coastal drive around Torbay, you’ll get to see Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham, rounding the tour off on a high.

5 days from £369pp

Single Room Supplement from £49pp

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Your Tour Includes

4 nights hotel with English breakfast
4 evening meals
Local joining points
Porterage at the hotel

Torquay, Cruise and Cream Tea

5 days from £369pp

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Itinerary

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Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to Torquay for four nights.

Included Meals

Dinner

Excursion to maritime Plymouth where we visit the historic Barbican and take a delightful harbour cruise. Departing from the Mayflower Steps, this is a relaxing and informative way to see the sights including Plymouth Hoe, Drake's Island and the spectacular views of Mount Edgcumbe.

Back on dry land, we take a trip to Princetown where a delicious cream tea is waiting. As the regional dish of Devon, there are many customs as to how a Devonshire cream tea should be devoured, yet no matter the time or how it's eaten, it's an absolute Devon must!

Included Meals

Breakfast
Dinner

Included Highlights

Plymouth
Cream Tea
Plymouth Harbour Cruise

Plymouth

Relax with a day at leisure in seaside Torquay. The attractions, harbour and shops are only a short stroll away, or perhaps you'd like to follow the Agatha Christie Mile – a walking trail that takes you to some of the places associated with the famous crime author.

Alternatively, why not join our optional excursion to Teignmouth, a pretty Georgian town set against the backdrop of the Dartmoor Hills? With a glorious sandy beach, historic pier and bustling town centre, there is plenty to see and do.

Included Meals

Breakfast
Dinner

Optional Excursions

Teignmouth
- 2025: £10.00pp
- 2026: £11.00pp

The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.

Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in sterling (cash payments only).

Teignmouth

Today we enjoy a scenic coastal drive around beautiful Torbay, where each quaint resort has its own unique charm and character.

Torbay lies at the heart of the English Riviera – a 22-mile stretch of outstanding coastline consisting of rocky coves, warm weather and seaside resorts. Along the way we travel through Babbacombe and Paignton, before making our way to the fishing town of Brixham.

Included Meals

Breakfast
Dinner

Included Highlights

Brixham
Travel through Paignton
Travel through Babbacombe

Babbacombe

Return home.

Included Meals

Breakfast

Accommodation

You will stay for four nights at either the TLH Derwent Hotel, Abbey Lawns Hotel, or Devonshire Hotel in Torquay or the Anchorage Hotel in Babbacombe.

TLH Derwent

Situated right in the heart of Torquay, the TLH Derwent is an amazing choice for a stay in the English Riviera! Lively and informal, the hotel boasts contemporary décor, a relaxed atmosphere and a friendly team who’ll make sure your stay lives up to expectations. The spacious and bright restaurant serves an extensive buffet of tasty dishes for both breakfast and dinner, whilst the Med Bar provides the perfect spot for a pre-dinner drink and also has a small darts area and coverage of major sporting events. If evening entertainment takes your fancy, you’re in luck – the hotel is home to the Starlight Lounge, which hosts a variety of acts including comedians and musicians. And, with excellent leisure facilities including an indoor and outdoor pool, gym and wellness centre, you’re in for a treat when staying here.

Location: Belgrave Road, Torquay, TQ2 5HS

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Hotel Facilities

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General

3 Star
Bar
Restaurant
Indoor Swimming Pool
Lift
Sauna or Steam Room

Room

Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
Hairdryer
Air Conditioning
Non-Smoking Rooms Available
Shower or Bath
Free Wifi

Accessibility

Disabled Rooms Available

Hotel

Swimming Pool
Bar
Restaurant
Lift
WiFi Available

Devonshire Hotel

The Devonshire Hotel is an ideal choice to stay on the English Riviera, occupying a 1900s building overlooking the Tor Bay and hotel gardens. The hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool (seasonal) and a garden terrace to enjoy after a day of sightseeing. All rooms are equipped with a T.V. and tea and coffee making facilities.

Location: Park Hill Road, Torquay, TQ1 2DY

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Hotel Facilities

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Room

TV
Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
Hairdryer on Request
Extra Pillows and Blankets
Shower or Bath
Telephone

Accessibility

Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
Wheelchair Access

General

Guest Lounge
Bar
Restaurant
Outdoor Swimming Pool (Seasonal)
Lift

Food & Drink

Vegetarian Meals
Gluten Free Menu
Lactose or Dairy Free Menu

Service

Free WiFi (Public Areas)
Iron at Reception
Dogs Allowed on Request

Hotel

Guest Lounge
Bar
Restaurant
Lift
WiFi Available

Abbey Lawns Hotel

The Abbey Lawns Hotel is on the beautiful English Riviera boasting spectacular views out to the sea. The hotel has an indoor heated pool , spacious sun terrace and a conservatory for guests to relax in. A short stroll will take you into the town centre and down to the sea front.

Location: 8 Scarborough Rd, Torquay, TQ2 5UQ

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Hotel Facilities

Need further information? Fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can

Room

TV
Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
Hairdryer on Request
Extra Pillows and Blankets
Shower or Bath
Telephone

Accessibility

Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
Wheelchair Access

General

Guest Lounge
Bar
Restaurant
Indoor Swimming Pool (Seasonal)

Food & Drink

Vegetarian Meals
Gluten Free Meals on Request
Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
Vegan Menu

Service

24 Hour Front Desk
Free WiFi (Public Areas)
Iron at Reception
Dogs Allowed on Request

Hotel

Guest Lounge
Bar
Restaurant
WiFi Available

Additional Information

Please note the lift at the hotel is from Ground floor level and services upper floors. The lower ground floor rooms and swimming pool access is only accessible by steps.

Anchorage Hotel

This family-run hotel is located just a few minutes walk away from the many beautiful beaches in South Devon. The Anchorage hotel offers an outdoor heated swimming pool (seasonal) and a restaurant.

Location: Aveland Road Babbacombe, Torquay, TQ1 3PT

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Hotel Facilities

Need further information? Fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can

Room

TV
Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
Shower or Bath
Free Wifi

General

Restaurant

Accessibility

Ground Floor Rooms on Request

Hotel

Restaurant
WiFi Available

Single Room Supplements

Single Room Supplement from £49.00

Reviews

3.7 Out of 5 ( 23 Reviews )

Reviews

Excellent

43%

Great

22%

Average

17%

Poor

Bad

17%

Quality

3.7 / 5

Value for Money

3.5 / 5

Dawn Davey, 1 year ago

We had a very clean and spacious front facing room on the 1st floor. All the staff were friendly. The breakfast buffet and evening meals were good. The tour to Plymouth with the cruise and cream tea was very nice. A very enjoyable stay at the Torbay hotel.