Lynott Tours Inc| Small Group Escorted Tour to Devon and
Cornwall Departs London Small group tour - limited to 16 persons  Day 1 Depart London and travel out through
the old kingdom of Wessex to the most famous Neolithic standing stone circle of
Stonehenge. Having explored this mystical place, your tour will continue to the
dramatic south Devon Coast enjoying panoramic views over white sandy beaches
and the natural rock arch of Durdle Door. An afternoon here to explore some of
the coast before arriving at the historic city of Exeter, Rome’s most
south westerly fortified settlement, your base for 2 nights.  Day 2 Your morning is spent exploring the magnificent
wilderness of Dartmoor, the menhir bridge at Postbridge and the historic market
town of Tavistock, home to Francis Drake. Return to Exeter in the early
afternoon to explore this Roman town, with its underground passages, ancient
walls, Royal Albert Memorial museum and its famous 12th century Norman
Cathedral. Your second night is spent here.  Day 3 Travel west into the heart of Arthurian legend
country and the Celtic kingdom of Cornwall. The day’s highlights include
the ancient capital of Cornwall, Launceston with its 12th century Norman keep
perched overlooking Bodmin moor and Bodmin moor itself with the wild ponies
wandering amongst the pre-historic stones called the Hurlers and the
Cheesewring. Legends of piskies and spriggins abound and the resting place of
King Arthur’s sword Excalibur in Dozmary pool all combine with mythical
tales of the Beast of Bodmin to make this a very special place. A brief visit
to the Golitha falls and St. Neot’s stunning crusader church add further
variety to your day. Continue to the west coast and the romantic Tintagel
Castle, birthplace of King Arthur, before travelling south to the seaside
University town of Falmouth for 2 nights.Day 4 Explore the most westerly tip of England on this magnificent day taking in St. Michael’s mount, the stunning cliff top village of Mousehole, the incredible Minack theatre built into the cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the beautiful National Trust beach at Porthcurno. You may even see some pirates at Penzance! England’s most westerly point beckons at Lands End before following the dramatic coast, with windswept moors and old stone Celtic communities up to the artistic haven of St. Ives. Returning to Falmouth for the night.  Day 5 Before departing Cornwall you get the opportunity
to visit the world renowned Eden Project Gardens, before we head back eastwards
to London, a city completely removed from the remote country experiences you
would have enjoyed in the magical ancient Kingdom of King Arthur, King of
Wessex.Package prices include: accommodation as stated in tourist (B&B or guest house) or middle class hotel (3 star), with private facilities and breakfast; transportation by top of the range 16 seat Mercedes mini coaches; services of a professional driver/guide.
Private tour to Devon and Cornwall 5 days. Whether its browsing the antique or craft shops, ambling along the cobbled pedestrian areas or hiring a small boat and drifting along the river, there are many things to do in Devon and Cornwall. Cornwall, where the melodic voices of fishermen singing sea shanties still reverberates around quaint fishing villages. The popular legend of King Arthur has many of its roots here in the West Country, too. Self drive tours, and walking tours are also available.  Day 1 - London – Oxford – Bath –
Bristol This morning , we make our way to the first stop of our day,
Oxford. Here we will visit one of the University's Colleges and we continue on
a scenic drive through the Southern Cotswolds, to Bath. We will admire its
Georgian architecture and stop to visit the Roman Baths. Next we're off to
nearby Bristol. Day 2 - Bristol – Plymouth (2 nights) This morning after a drive to admire the rugged beauty of Cheddar Gorge, we continue on to Glastonbury the legendary burial site of King Arthur, with its Abbey ruins. From here we drive into Devon taking us by the wild and rugged Dartmoor National Park, and to the historic naval port of Plymouth, where the Mayflower sailed from. The boggy moorland of Dartmoor contrasts with the genteel towns of the coastal areas. The Remains of the Day was filmed Powderham Castle, Devon, and Corsham Court in Devon, and Bath. Anthony Hopkins as a butler comes to realize that his loyalty and respect for his employers has been misplaced. Day 3 - Cornish Excursion We enjoy a delightful
day touring this beautiful area and rugged coastline. We will visit the
artists' colony of St. Ives, Land's End, and St. Michael's Mount near Penzance.
Lands End will also provide spectacular views this time across the Atlantic
Ocean as, at this point you are standing on the most westerly point of the
English mainland. The rugged coastline, colored by the setting sun and seagulls
and terns circling overhead will provide one of the most everlasting memories
of your visit. St. Ives, an old fishing port and an artists colony full of
character. Its also the home of the Tate Gallery, a superb building that offers
a unique introduction to modern art and the stunning Barbara Hepworth Museum
and Sculpture Garden.
Day 4 - Plymouth – Tintagel –
Taunton Our first stop this morning will be at Tintagel for views of the
ruined castle, reputed to be the birthplace of King Arthur. Our drive continues
to the picturesque and steeply cobbled village of Clovelly. Finally we make our
way to the Devon town of Taunton for the night. The Dracula 1979 film was made
at Tintagel, St. Michael's Mount. Tintagel Castle is owned by the Duchy of
Cornwall. In legend it was King Arthur's Castle fortress and was believed to
have been constructed around AD1140. It was built by Earl Richard of Cornwall,
the youngest son of King John. Day 5 - Taunton – Stonehenge –
Salisbury – London We drive past Lorna Doone's famous Exmoor as we
leave the West Country. Today, the lush Devon landscape draws thousands of fans
of the 19th century novel each year, keen to relive the moment Lorna is felled
by a bandit's bullet at the altar. Then we cross Salisbury Plain to the ancient
and mysterious monoliths of Stonehenge. From here we continue to our next stop
at Salisbury Cathedral. Finally, we return to London.  Price Includes:
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Markets Totnes has regular outdoor markets on
Fridays and Saturdays. During the main season, between May and September, there
is an Elizabethan market each Tuesday morning, where local people and traders
go about their daily business dressed in Elizabethan costume. The Elizabethan
market runs alongside the all-day craft market in the town. 
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