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Discover the mystical West Country, steeped in Arthurian legends, laylines and ancient Roman history. Reach the southwest tip of the UK through tiny villages, deserted moors and stunning coastline. Plus the chance to ride the waves in Newquay, the UK’s surf capital.

Please note: Meals and entrance fees are not included allowing you to keep your options open.  We book accommodation for you in hostel dorms and all you have to do is pay for this when you arrive at the hostel.  This usually costs between £17-£19 per person per night.

Day 1: London to Cheddar
Depart London and travel west to Stonehenge the UK’s most famous and mysterious stone circle then onto Salisbury Cathedral where you have a chance to explore the cathedral. We then drive to the dramatic Cheddar Gorge where you can delve into the caves, home to Cheddar Man, or have a walk to the top of the gorge.
 
Day 2: Cheddar to Newquay
Spend the morning exploring the wilds of Dartmoor and Bodmin National Parks – First stop is Canonteign Falls then Clapper Bridge where we can lookout for Dartmoor Ponies. Go for a walk and perhaps climb one of the many ‘tors’ before making our way into Cornwall and the chance of a trek to Dozemary Pool, made famous by King Arthur. We then head to Newquay the UK’s surf capital and our base for two nights.
 
Day 3: Cornwall
The whole day is spent in Cornwall around the mysterious standing stones,doing scenic coastal walks, viewing St Michael’s Mount and maybe attempting to speak some Cornish. We visit the amazing Minack Theatre and stop at the most westerly tip of England for a walk to Land’s End. We then go along the Atlantic Highway to St Ives.  Back to Newquay adn it's 'Surf Time'! And after a busy day you’ll be able to have a night out to remember in Newquay.
 
Day 4: Newquay to Bath
Leave the sand and surf behind to visit Tintagel castle, the birthplace of King Arthur. We then travel east through Devon into Somerset to Glastonbury where King Arthur is buried. Here you can visit the Abbey or go for a walk up the Tor. We stop for the night in the historic and beautiful city of Bath.
 
Day 5: Bath to London
Spend the morning visiting the Roman Baths and wandering around admiring some of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in the UK. Feel like you have travelled back in time in the village of Lacock and then onward to one of the most impressive standing stone circles at Avebury before returning to London.

Free Time

• Explore mediaeval Salisbury Cathedral home to the original Magna Carta
• Explore the caves where Cheddar Man was found
• Walk around the awe-inspiring Tintagel Castle
• Hire a surf board and hit the waves in the UK’s surf capital
• Chill out on one of the 11 beaches in Newquay and watch the sun set
• Visit the Minack Theatre overlooking the ocean waves
• Pamper yourself in Bath or check out the amazing Georgian architecture
• Get stuck into local favourites such as Cornish pasties and Scrumpy cider

Accommodation

Accommodation is guaranteed on all trips - we reserve the beds and you pay as you go. The price is between £17 and £20 per person per night in shared dorm accommodation.  * Please note there is no upgrade options for this trip

Tour Cost

Prices in Australian Dollars