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Private tour in Torquay Mark L
South Devon Coast Experience Tour
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Welcome to Devon and the West Country. I am Mark and with over 15yrs of experience in hospitality at five star level with a country sports instruction background as well as a decade in tour delivery I can deliver Devon to you at its finest. A life long local, this is where I thrive. Delivering great service, memorable experiences, travel inspiration moments all whilst championing my homeland of Devon and the wider Westcountry. I am a born and bred proud Devonian with family history in the South West casting back many generations to the 1600s. With a decade of touring experience and the last five years delivering for an award winning Devon based tour operator, I have ventured out into the field alone, freestanding and hoping to continue to inspire travelling guests and visitors with tours and day trips that will leave lasting memories of the South West. I am a semi pro photographer with experience in landscape workshops as well as wedding and event coverage utilising these skills to document your tour and send on the the photos once you are back home safe and rested. Torbay, South Devon, based with access across the whole of Devon and the South West. 15+ years experience in hospitality 10 years activities manager at 5* country estate qualified and accredited country sports instruction, clays, archery, air rifle, fly fishing, off road driving, survival skills, walking guide. 6 years private hire licensed driver guide Life long Devonian and Cornish connections with experience across whole South West First language English with get by French Not official blue badge holder but experienced guide of over ten years.
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A full day tour exploring South Devon's picturesque and historic coastline
Overview of your Torquay tour
Full day private driver guided tour of South Devon's coastal locations, options including, The sheltered collection of the three towns that make up Torbay with their fishing fleets, Naval connections and WW2 links. Paignton's Victorian waterfront, the grand pier and pastel coloured sea facing hotels, Brixham inner harbour to take in the colourful fishing fleet and individual cottages on the hills. Dartmouth, its colourful maritime history, Pilgrim Fathers connection, Royal Navy links as well as the infamous seafaring greats that have passed through the town. Driving onwards to the South Hams coast including Slapton sands, Blackpool Sands, Torcorss and the hidden WW2 USA history of Start Bay. With fresh fish and seafood in abundance, lunch can be booked for you in renowned seafood restaurants or a quaint country inn to suit taste and preferences. An afternoon of further exploration, a paddle in the sea on any number of Devon's fabulous beaches and maybe time for a Devonshire Cream Tea to finish the day.
Your Torquay tour itinerary
9 - 9. 30am - collection from your accommodation in the area, Exeter/Plymouth approx 1hr away. 10am - stroll along grand Victorian promenades where the aristocracy once paraded in their period costume best. 11am - drift across Torbay stopping at key locations in Torquay/Paignton/Brixham for interest, historic facts and inspiring photos. Off the tourist trail view points, secret coves and grand waterfront perspectives. 12 noon - cross the river Dart on an unusual ferry, included in tour cost, to Dartmouth. Maybe a lunch stop in the historic town and Naval port. Exploring the winding streets and river waterfront perspective. 1. 30pm - explore Dartmouth at leisure after lunch on foot with your guide to see key locations in the town. 2. 30pm - enjoy a coastal driven route to Blackpool Sands, Strete Gate and onto Slapton Sands where the D-Day landing exercises were practiced with tragic international cover up consequences. 4pm-5pm - return to accommodation/hotel or prearranged drop off point, station etc.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
Private Licensed 6 Seater Vehicle with Licensed Driver Guide and full vehicle and liability insurance. In car complimentary bottled water, hand sanitiser and clean towels in case you wish to paddle in the sea at any number of locations in the day.
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England, England, United Kingdom
Airport: Exeter,Cruise: Dartmouth,Station: Torquay Paignton Newton Abbot Exeter Plymouth,ByGuide:
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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