Looe & Cornish Delights - COACH 1 - Fri 21st May 2021

Superb holiday staying in the very heart of Cornish life in Looe and with excursions discovering the beautiful countryside, towns and people of the region. The historic fishing Port of Looe on Cornwall’s south coast is amazing - you can ‘feel’ the history of the town centred around the bustling harbour where you can watch the catch being ‘brought-in’ by the fishing boats.

It’s a great place to explore - stroll through the labyrinth of narrow streets lined with cafes, antique shops and pick up a tasty pasty in one of the bakers to enjoy on the sandy beach. A wonderful destination with a great hotel for a lovely holiday.

DAY 1 
After being collected from your local pick up point around 9.00am we have a brief comfort stop and a main stop for lunch before arriving at the hotel around 3.30pm. Settle in to the hotel and enjoy the views with a delicious and very welcome Cream Tea included in the price. During our stay there will be some evening entertainment.

DAY 2
Excursion to the magnificent National Trust country estate – Lanhydrock. Set in 1000 acres of parkland, there are 50 rooms to explore, from servants’ quarters and kitchens to the Long Gallery with its rare book collection and the spacious dining room. The beautiful gardens are a particular highlight with magnolias, rhododendrons and camellias at their best in Spring and early summer. Follow one of the many paths leading through the extensive woodland and take in the sweeping views over the valley. Lovely NT café for lunch. Entrance fee included. £14 NT Member discount.

DAY 3

Great day out today – starting with a visit to Mevagissey. Narrow streets lead down to the towns distinctive twin harbour - a safe haven for the many fishing boats. Stroll through the traditional streets and pick up a postcard of gift in one of the shops or galleries. Plenty of places to grab a coffee. After we visit the Lost Gardens of Heligan. This remarkable garden has a wide range of areas from the more formal walled Victorian Gardens down the valley to the exotic outdoor Jungle with raised boardwalks past giant rhubarb, banana plantations and through tunnels of towering bamboo. Price includes entrance.

DAY 4
Mid-morning we depart for the picture postcard fishing village of Polperro with plenty of time to explore, and find somewhere nice for lunch. Returning to Looe for an afternoon relaxing around the hotel, exploring the town or venture further afield along the South West Coast Path.

DAY 5

We leave the hotel after breakfast and have a stop for lunch before arriving back to your local drop off point around 3.30/4.30pm.

Meal Plan - Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Portbyhan Hotel

The Portbyhan has been transformed with a £2.1 million refurbishment programme. This now contemporary styled 44 bedroomed hotel sits in an unrivalled position in the heart of West Looe, overlooking all the hustle and bustle of Looe’s working fishing harbour.

All bedrooms are en-suite, with TV, Tea & Coffee making facilities, Direct Dial Telephones, hairdryer and complimentary WiFi.  Some rooms have front views over the
picturesque harbour and town – limited availability and supplements apply. The Riverside Restaurant has an excellent hot buffet breakfast - in the evening, there is a choice of menu with spectacular views of the harbour Relax and enjoy a drink in the Crow’s Nest Bistro & Sun terrace which offers lovely views of the town. During our stay in the hotel there will be some entertainment in the evening. Come along and enjoy this excellent hotel – highly recommended.