Shore Excursions At a Glance Rounding the Southwest Peninsula

Voyage Code: GH2721 Shore Excursions at a Glance

We are delighted to be able to provide you with your Shore Excursions at a Glance for our ‘Rounding the Southwest Peninsula’ Voyage. There is so much to explore within the British Isles, 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. Douglas Monday 26th July 2021 Caernarfon Castle – Half Day The Capital of the where horse drawn trams ply A scenic journey across and the Menai Straits to the promenade on Douglas Bay. The Isle of Man is an internally Caernarfon, explore the magnificent ruins and afterwards enjoy self-governing dependency of the British Crown and is known free time at leisure to explore further. for its natural beauty, rolling hills and quirky attractions.

Quirky Portmeirion – Half Day Please note coaches on IOM are limited and island buses may Set on a private peninsula with sandy beaches, enjoy sub- be used as an alternative. The best available transport will be tropical woodlands, gardens and stunning features. Portmeirion provided but, vehicles may not be as modern as those provided is considered one of the most unconventional architectural in cities and more established cruise ports. projects of the 20th century. Lady Isabella & Snaefell – Half Day Travel along the eastern coast to a former mining village, Fishguard climb atop of the largest working waterwheel for superb views of the Valley, then on to Snaefell Mountain Railway to board a Wednesday 28th July 2021 vintage carriage on the only electric mountain railway in the Below the Preseli Hills on Pembrokeshire’s scenic coast you’ll find British Isles. this charming fishing village. Steeped in history and home to quaint shops, cafes and restaurants. The nearby Gwaun Valley Coastal Walk on the Isle of Man - Volcanoes and flows between Fishguard and the Preseli , where there Half Day is plenty of wildlife and prehistoric sites to explore. One of the most beautiful walks on the island for stunning coastal scenery, birdlife and archaeological remains. Fishguard Coastal Walk – Half Day Take a walk with an experienced guide for a walk along the Holyhead beautiful Pembrokshire coastal path, joining the circular walk to Aberbach, a small, secluded pebble beach surrounded by low Tuesday 27th July 2021 cliffs with tiny coves and caverns. The port of Holyhead is the busiest UK Irish ferry port and Picton Castle – Half Day is a regular port of call for the largest seagoing ferry in the Set in 40 acres of magnificent gardens, Picton Castle is perhaps World. Take in the views over the port from the grounds of St the most unusual ancient building in Britain with half the Cybi’s church and skinners monument on Alltran rock. There building designed as a fortified manor and the other half a fully are excellent walks to discover, from coastal walks at the developed medieval castle. Breakwater Country Park to the extensive network of trails in the magnificent Snowdonia National Park. St David’s Head & Carn Llidi Hike – Half Day

Snowdonia Highlights – Half Day Walk from the sandy sweep of Whitesands Bay uphill to the Venture into the mountainous heart of Snowdonia National windswept peninsula with superb views across the Bay. Then Park and capture stunning scenery. continue to a wild stretch of coast towards Carn Llidi. Illfracombe St Mary’s continued...

Thursday 29th July 2021 beautiful beach and nature reserve. The coastline features large stretches of deserted sandy beaches, dramatic rocky coves, Ilfracombe is a seaside resort and civil parish on the North beautiful walks and stunning seascapes. coast, with a small harbour surrounded by cliffs. It has been a port here since at least the 12th Century and a settlement Wildlife Cruise & St Martins Vineyard – Half Day for much longer. Today the predominant use is for leisure and Journey around the raw and rugged eastern isles which is a tourism but this is still a working harbour with fish and seafood haven for wildlife, then take a stroll through St Martin’s Vineyard landed daily. Along the Quay and in the surrounding streets and savour the tastes of the local wines. there are restaurants, cafes, tea gardens and pubs. Small shops abound selling gifts and other quirky goods, art galleries. Exotic Tresco Abbey Gardens – Half Day This incredible sub-tropical ‘botanical paradise’ has been Dunster Castle and Village – Full Day planted in the ruins of a Benedictine priory under the direction of A former motte and bailey castle and now a country house, Augustus Smith. Today the gardens are home to an impressive there will be an opportunity to wander around the gardens and collection of 20,000 plant species heralding from as far as New enjoy a picnic lunch before visiting the village of Dunster for Zealand, South America and South Africa. some free time to explore.

Castle Hills Woodlands Gardens – Half Day Dartmouth Set in a spectacular 18th century landscape with grass terraces Saturday 31st July 2021 and statues leading down to the river and lakes. Take a tour of the gardens leading down to the river before reaching the Dartmouth sits on the banks of the picturesque River Dart with castle and then heading back to the West Wing of the house for a rich maritime heritage. It is part of the stunning South Devon a Devonshire cream tea. Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which is wonderful for those wanting to explore the beautiful countryside. Chambercombe Manor and Combe Martin – Half Day Countryside Steam Train & The English Riviera – Half Day Enjoy a tour of the house with one of the Manor’s guides, take Discover Devonshire with a walking tour of Dartmouth, cruising time to walk around the gardens at your own pace before along the River Dart to Totnes and riding a traditional steam train continuing on to Combe Martin, a hidden gem in the heart of through the rolling scenery of Kingswear. North Devon’s beautiful coastline.

Slapton Ley Nature Walk – Half Day St Mary’s Enjoy a guided walk of one of the finest areas of the British Friday 30th July 2021 coastline, Slapton Ley the largest natural lake in south-west . The Isles of Scilly’s largest island and the gateway to the rest of the islands. Covering an area of little more than 6 square miles. Buckfast Abbey & Medieval Totnes – Half Day Hugh Town is the central hub, with a cluster of shops, banks and Visit the fascinating Buckfast Abbey and stroll through the eateries, whilst Old Town is the other “major” settlement, with a charming market town of Totnes. Sunday 1st August 2021

Sometimes dubbed the “Pearl of ”, it lies on at the Dorset–Devon border. Atmospheric coastal town with pretty georgian streets, ancient harbour. Home to famous georgian collector, . No trip to Lyme Regis would be complete without fossil hunting, and the Lyme Regis Museum. The Cobb Harbour, full of history, romance and scenery.

Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens and Swannery – Half Day Visit the beautiful Sub-tropical gardens where you will have time to wander and relax over some light refreshments at the Old Colonial Tea House, then on to the Swannery, the only place in the world where you are able to walk through the heart of the colony of nesting Mute Swans.

Lyme Regis Walk – Half Day Explore the heart of the UNESCO where the beaches between Lyme Regis and neighboring towns are world famous for fossil hunting. Poole Monday 2nd 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. The harbour is a drowned valley formed at the end of the last ice age and is the estuary of several rivers.

Mystical Stonehenge – Half Day Enjoy an awe-inspiring visit to the enigmatic Stonehenge – a World Heritage Site and the world’s most famous stone circle which remains a mystery.

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