Isle of Scilly (By Boat)

ITINERARY

Excursions Included:

An early morning departure to make our way south to our overnight hotel in Cornwall.

 

A very early breakfast before travelling to Penzance to catch our ferry to St Mary’s (coach will remain in Penzance). St Mary’s is the largest of the Isles of Scillies islands with 1,800 inhabitants. Spend the day exploring Hugh Town, the island’s ‘capital’. It is situated between two beaches and is home to a variety of shops, art and craft   galleries and restaurants. This afternoon, enjoy a stroll along the Garrison Walls high above the town or simply relax at the hotel pool, on Porthcressa or Town Beach.

 

Today, hop across the tiny archipelago to further explore this glorious destination. Included is a boat trip to the island of  Tresco and admission to the gem that is Tresco Abbey Gardens. With a population of just 152 people in the 2021 census, Tresco’s main inhabitants are the migratory birds who make The Great Pool their home in summer. The glorious 19th century garden, home to 20,000 plants from more than 80 countries is built around the ruins of a Benedictine Abbey.   Dinner in the hotel.

 

Today is another day at leisure enjoying the nature trails and coastal paths of St Mary’s or further enjoying the hotels pool and St Mary’s beaches. The coastline features large stretches of     deserted white sandy beaches, dramatic rocky coves, stunning seascapes, amazing archaeological sites, beautiful walks and scenery along miles of coastal and country paths and nature trails. Dinner in the hotel.

 

Sadly it is time to leave the tranquillity of the island and return to the mainland on the afternoon ferry back to Penzance, arriving at our overnight hotel for a light supper.

 

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS BODMIN, ST AUSTELL

 

BELL ROCK HOTEL, ST MARY’S **

Bell Rock Hotel has been welcoming guests for over 100 years – they offer friendly, informal, attentive service, by caring staff. Ideally situated in a level position, midway between Town Beach to the front and Porthcressa Bay at the rear both only 100 meter’s away. All rooms are cosy, comfortable have a TV, radio, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and WiFi. Rooms are over 4 floors, no lift – ground floor rooms on request.

Unfortunately, due to the historical nature of the building & the  Islands gradients and rough terrain, we wouldn’t recommend this holiday for people with reduced or restricted mobility.

 

PASSENGERS ARE ADVISED TO TRAVEL WITH PHOTOGRAPHIC I.D

IMPORTANT NOTICE:  PLEASE NOTE ALL BALANCES ARE DUE IN FULL 9 WEEKS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE DATE ON THIS TOUR

 

 

 

SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON

SINGLE ROOM: £39.00

Deposit £50.00

Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation including breakfast & dinner, Ferry crossings, Abbey Gardens and coach travel.