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Weymouth and Subtropical Abbotsbury

Discover what makes Dorset so special on this fantastic 8-day tour. Explore Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, a magnificent Victorian walled garden set in 20 acres of woodland with a unique micro-climate that enables rare and exotic species to thrive. With visits to the Isle of Purbeck, Swanage, Bournemouth and more, you’re sure to get a taste for this spectacular region!

Places you'll make memories

  • Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
  • Bournemouth
  • Isle of Purbeck
  • Lawrence of Arabia Country
  • Swanage

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Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to the Royal Hotel, Weymouth for seven nights.

First we call at nearby Dorchester, the county town of Dorset. As the birthplace of famous author Thomas Hardy there's plenty here that inspired his literature.

We then visit Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens – a splendid garden filled with rare and exotic plants from all over the world! The Sunken Garden and nature trail are worth exploring, or alternatively you can enjoy a cup of tea in the colonial style teahouse!

Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

Included Memory Makers

  • Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

Journey through some of the local villages, places of interest and spectacular scenery associated with Lawrence of Arabia. He spent his final years in Dorset and lies at Moreton cemetery and was a controversial and enigmatic hero of the First World War.

Moreton
Moreton

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  • Lawrence of Arabia Country

Relax in Weymouth, or join our optional excursion to bustling Bridport and West Bay, situated on the Jurassic Coast and recently featured in the popular television drama 'Broadchurch'.

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  • Day 4: West Bay & Bridport

This optional excursion is available to pre-book or you can book during your tour.

West Bay
West Bay

Relax in Weymouth and explore at your own pace.

Today we will visit the Isle of Purbeck, passing through quaint Corfe Castle to reach seaside Swanage. Discover a lovely, sandy beach and lots of attractions, such as the Swanage Museum which tells the story of the area from the Jurassic period to WWII.

Swanage
Swanage

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  • Swanage
  • Isle of Purbeck

We take a trip to the coastal town of Bournemouth. Home to 7 miles of unspoilt sandy beaches and many shops, cafés, restaurants and amusements, it’s the perfect place for a traditional seaside holiday.

Bournemouth
Bournemouth

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  • Bournemouth

Return home.

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You will stay for seven nights at the Royal Hotel in Weymouth.

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