5 days - from only £359pp
ABOUT THE TOUR
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.
TOUR INCLUDES
Day 1:
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to our hotel in Weymouth for four nights.
Included meals: Dinner
Day 2: Swanage Steam Railway, Cruise and Poole
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.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Corfe Castle
Included Highlights
Day 3: Day at leisure or Dorchester
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.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in cash in Euros (for tours to Europe) or Sterling (for UK tours).
Day 4: Jurassic Coast
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.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5:
Return home.
Included meals: Breakfast
Single Room Supplement from £29.00 (5 days).
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Russell Hotel or Prince Regent Hotel in Weymouth.
Refurbished in 2017, the 3-star Russell Hotel is situated on the seafront esplanade of Weymouth. Following the refurbishment, the hotel added a seafront coffee shop and lounge area for guests to enjoy the view.
Travel from most joining points is included within your coach holiday price.
See our full list of our joining points.