Shore Excursions At a Glance English South Coast and Islands

Voyage Code: GH0721 Shore Excursions at a Glance

We are delighted to be able to provide you with your Shore Excursions at a Glance for our ‘English South Coast and Islands’ Voyage. There is so much to explore within the , whether you are enticed by the history of some of our iconic cities or wish to enjoy the great outdoors and contrasting landscapes. The following Shore Excursions at a Glance will hopefully give you a taster of what to expect on your wonderful voyage and our Destinations Team will be pleased to provide you with more detailed information and assist you with your bookings once you board the Golden Horizon.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Advice

Guest safety is of paramount importance and we follow advice outlined by the Foreign Commonwealth Office, Government and Cruise Industry Guidelines therefore please note that the advertised programme of shore excursions may be changed or cancelled accordingly.

Covid Regulations

In order to align with changing COVID regulations and to ensure the safety of our guests and communities, timings, content, and capacities will be adjusted as needed. Many venues are currently closed and some inclusions, venues, or destinations may be removed or replaced, subject to their availability and local regulations. Should any excursions be cancelled once you have booked on board, you will be fully refunded for the cost of your excursion.

Please refer to our ‘Shore Excursions General Terms & Conditions’ document on our website for a list of Shore Excursions Terms & Conditions. Cowes Falmouth Fri 6th Aug 2021 - Sat 7th Aug 2021 Monday 9th August 2021

Home to the oldest and biggest sailing regatta in the world A town known for its natural harbour and pretty and this special voyage visits Cowes during Cowes Week. beaches. The National Maritime Museum has interactive A remarkable way to see world-class sailing action, with galleries and a floatilla of modern boats. There is plenty to do champion yachtsmen and sailing enthusiasts all taking to the with boat trips, cliff walking and cycling. Learn of Cornwall’s own water. The town also boasts a rich wealth of history and culture female Scarlet Pimpernell, Lady Mary Killigrew of Penryn, a late and you will have sufficient time to explore if you so wish. 1500’s Nobel aristocrat by day and a ruthless pirate by night. Old Shanklin to Bonchurch – Half Day Hike the Lizard Peninsula – Full Day Enjoy a walking tour from Old Shanklin Village to Bonchurch, Head off the beaten track to the stunningly beautiful Lizard famous for its past literary residents such as Charles Dickens. Peninsula, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Scenic Isle of Wight & Carisbrooke Castle - Half Day Discover St. Ives – Half Day Enjoy a panoramic overview of the Isle of Wight including a The romantic coastal scenery of St. Ives has lured generations of stop at Carisbrooke Castle. artists since the 1800s. With so much to see, upon arrival take a Exploring the Isle of Wight by Vintage Car - Half Day brief guided orientation walk before exploring independently. Travel through the most scenic areas of the Isle of Wight by classic vintage motors. St Mary’s Dartmouth Tuesday 10th August 2021 Sunday 8th August 2021 The ’s largest island and the gateway to the rest of the islands. Covering an area of little more than 6 square miles. Dartmouth sits on the banks of the picturesque River Dart with Hugh Town is the central hub, with a cluster of shops, banks and a rich maritime heritage. It is part of the stunning South Devon eateries, whilst Old Town is the other “major” settlement, with a Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which is wonderful for beautiful beach and nature reserve. The coastline features large those wanting to explore the beautiful countryside. stretches of deserted sandy beaches, dramatic rocky coves, Countryside Steam Train & The English Riviera – Half Day beautiful walks and stunning seascapes. Discover Devonshire with a walking tour of Dartmouth, cruising Wildlife Cruise & St Martins Vineyard – Half Day along the River Dart to Totnes and riding a traditional steam Journey around the raw and rugged which is a train through the rolling scenery of Kingswear. haven for wildlife, then take a stroll through St Martin’s Vineyard Slapton Ley Nature Walk – Half Day and savour the tastes of the local wines. Enjoy a guided walk of one of the finest areas of the British Exotic – Half Day coastline, Slapton Ley the largest natural lake in the south-west. This sub-tropical ‘botanical paradise’ has been planted in the Buckfast Abbey & Medieval Totnes – Half Day ruins of a Benedictine priory under the direction of Augustus Visit the fascinating Buckfast Abbey and stroll through the Smith. Today the gardens are home to an impressive collection charming market town of Totnes. of 20,000 plant species heralding from as far as New Zealand. Plymouth Mystical Stonehenge – Half Day Enjoy an awe-inspiring visit to the enigmatic Wednesday 11th August 2021 Stonehenge – a World Heritage Site and the world’s

The ancient city of Plymouth is perhaps one of the best-known most famous stone circle which remains a mystery. Maritime cities in the world. Its strategic positioning and large natural harbour make it a traditional stronghold for the Royal Navy and Royal Marines and historic evidence of their continuous presence is to be seen at every glance. Across the water of Plymouth Sound lies fortified Drake’s Island guarding the approaches.

Historic Plymouth – Half Day Explore one of the best-known Maritime cities in the world with a local guide.

Dartmoor National Park & Lydford Gorge – Half Day Travel through rolling countryside to the beautiful Dartmoor National Park and capture the Lydford Gorge, a National treasure. Enjoy an enchanting walk through the steeply sided ravine, scooped out by the River Lyd as it plunges into a series of whirlpools, including the thrilling Devil’s Cauldron.

Scenic Dartmoor – Half Day

Enjoy a panoramic overview of Dartmoor National Park’s famous wide-open moors, wooded valleys, rushing rivers and wildlife and its scenery is dominated by its rugged tors, outcrops of granite formed around 280 million years ago. Poole Thursday 12th August 2021

The Old Town has Georgian houses and Poole Museum, which explores local history. From Poole Harbour, boats head south to Brownsea Island. This wooded area has trails and wildlife such as red squirrels, plus 16th-century Brownsea Castle, now a private hotel.

RSPB Nature Walk – Half Day Join your RSPB Arne guide for a guided walk, keeping your eyes peeled for wildlife and enjoying the beautiful landscape. tradewindvoyages.com/shore-excursions