Southwest England Tour: Don’t Feed the Dogs

 
This trek to the farthest reaches of England at Land’s End will take you through the mysterious plains of Dartmoor, a remote, windswept marshland steeped in myths and legends of headless horsemen and demonic dogs. Sites along the way include mystifying Stonehenge.   1 2 3 4 5   11 days
USD 1,489.001
EUR 1,090.00

Recommended
travel period:
April – October


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1st day: London

Transfer to your hotel
You can take a taxi or the public bus to the city.
   
 
Award-winning boutique hotel in Knightsbridge
Award-winning boutique hotel in Knightsbridge

Accommodation: A boutique hotel in Knightsbridge
The family-owned hotel in a tall narrow building is located in the heart of the fashionable Knightsbridge/Hyde Park area at what is known locally as Scotch Corner. Close to Harrods, Sloane Street and Park Lane, this is an ideal base for exploring the sites of London. Guests are offered a variety of spacious rooms and suites, all with en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning and wireless broadband. Although the hotel does not have a restaurant, a large range of cuisine is available in Knightsbridge and the surrounding areas. A freshly cooked breakfast will be served to order in your room. This was the first hotel in London to receive the LTB Marque of Distinction and was a finalist for the 1998 and 2000 LTB London Tourism Award for Bed and Breakfast of the Year.
   
2 nights
Accommodation only
 
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3rd day: Wight-Swanwick

 
Rental car pick-up
Type: Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 or similar
Pick-up location: London Downtown

   
Duration of rental:
9 days
 
To Swanwick
Distance: 80 miles Travel time: 2:00 h
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Feels like home: A country house near Barton Stacey
Feels like home: A country house near Barton Stacey

Accommodation: A country house near Barton Stacey
The expansive estate lies in the middle of a tranquil landscaped garden, where strolls can be taken in the shade of age-old trees. The relaxing atmosphere, bright bedrooms, log fireplaces and friendly chat during afternoon tea or an excellent dinner make guests feel at home. The location is ideal for exploring the historically interesting region between Winchester, Salisbury and Stonehenge.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Isle of Wight  more info »
 

5th day: Dartmoor-Tavistock

 
Castles, cathedrals, Stonehenge
Distance: 160 miles Travel time: 4:30 h
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Survived 25 monarchs: Devonshire House
Survived 25 monarchs: Devonshire House

Accommodation: A Devonshire Hall House
This historical hall house with a thatched roof was built around 1450 and has managed to survive 25 English monarchs and numerous wars. Today the inn is a listed heritage building (one of only 750 structures in Great Britain with the Grade II rating assigned to buildings of particular historical significance). Hosts Sheila and John will gladly offer suggestions for day trips to Dartmoor and vicinity. All three guest rooms are decorated in country style with a view of the gardens. Depending on the weather, guests can cuddle up in front of the granite fireplace or take a dip in the swimming pool.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Dartmoor  more info »
 

7th day: Land's End-Helston

 
Heaths and hedges
Distance: 60 miles Travel time: 2:00 h
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Rural delight: A country house in West Cornwall
Rural delight: A country house in West Cornwall

Accommodation: A country house in West Cornwall
A long drive leads to the 17th century Georgian estate with subtropical gardens and heated swimming pool in sunny West Cornwall. The grounds extend to the River Hayle, whose banks can be explored along a former tow-path. At night the screeches of owls are almost the only sound heard in this remote country setting. The location is perfect for excursions to the numerous attractions on Land's End. Mount St. Michel is just down the road, as are Penzance and St. Ives with their galleries and excellent seafood restaurants.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Land's End  more info »
 

9th day: Malmesbury

 
Through Somerset
Distance: 210 miles Travel time: 5:00 h
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Idyllic setting: A traditional Cotswold house
Idyllic setting: A traditional Cotswold house

Accommodation: A traditional Cotswold house
The famous hill country between Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and Worcester is known as the Cotswolds. The rolling landscapes, green pastures and leafy parks make this one of the most beautiful places in England. A typical feature of the region are stone houses, most of which were built during Shakespeare's era. This Cotswold house near Malmesbury stands in a large park shared with a 15th century church. A heated swimming pool (open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) is available. Guests can relax in the huge drawing room with an open fireplace. The large and comfortable bedrooms, one of which features an unusual vaulted ceiling, have been fully refurbished. Hosts Jonathan and Barbara are from Kenya and Scotland respectively. Barbara used to own a restaurant and now cooks exclusively for her guests.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Bath  more info »
 

11th day: London

 
White Horse Hills
Distance 120 miles Travel time: 3:00 h
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Rental car drop-off
Drop-off location: London Heathrow Airport

   
 
Departure    
 
 

Rental car: AVIS (United Kingdom)

 
Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 or similar
Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 or similar

Type: Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 or similar (Group B)

Equipment: Radio/CD, power steering

max excess: UKL 650.
   
AVIS
 
 
 

Cost of this tour

 
    The price is per person based on two persons sharing a double room and includes accommodations (meals included as stated above) and rental car.

USD 1,489.001
EUR 1,090.00


Should you want to revise this itinerary, we can change any of the following items: the route, the number of persons travelling, the time schedule, the standard of accommodation and the type of vehicle, according to your wishes.

The tour can begin on any date desired.
Recommended travel period: April – October

Upon booking this tour you will receive:
the names, addresses and telephone numbers
for each accommodation
detailed directions to each accommodation
vouchers

Dr. Jerry CrippenIf you have any questions, would like to request changes or book this tour, please call your personal consultant Dr. Jerry Crippen on +49 (0)2268 9098-21 or submit an enquiry via the Internet:
 


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