Saint Michael's Mount

Embark on a boat trip departing from the historic town of Penzance. Make your way towards Lands End, experiencing the magic of the Minack Theatre, Porthcurno Beach, and the charm of idyllic fishing villages – all from the unique vantage point of the sea. Then, sail to the Land's End tip, passing the historic Longship Lighthouse. Venture out to the offshore shelf where the ocean depths meet the coast, offering the perfect opportunity to spot dolphins and other wildlife. Enjoy a sweeping view of the bay, with the chance to encounter the wonders of our local marine life along the way, before your return journey takes you past St Michael’s Mount and back to Penzance.

Day 1 Depart London and travel through the old kingdom of Wessex to the historic city of Winchester. The former capital of Anglo-Saxon England boasts a magnificent cathedral and the Norman Great Hall. From this bustling city, head to a quieter but equally profound place, the standing stone circle of Stonehenge. Having explored this mystical place, your tour will continue to Exeter, the Romans most southwesterly fortified settlement and your base for 2 nights. Day 2 Your morning is spent exploring the magnificent wilderness of Dartmoor, the ancient "Clapper Bridge" at Postbridge, and the historic market town of Tavistock, home to Francis Drake. Return to Exeter in the early afternoon to explore the Roman town, with its underground passages, ancient walls, Royal Albert Memorial Museum and famous 12th-Century Norman Cathedral. Day 3 Head west to the North Cornish coast and the Elizabethan fishing village of Boscastle. Indulge in a cream tea, take a stroll out to the dramatic headland or learn a spell or two in the Museum of Witchcraft. Travel to the village of Tintagel and the ruins of its headland Castle, whose romantic cliff-top setting is purportedly the birthplace of King Arthur. After lunch, the tour heads to Port Isaac where you can get your Doc Martin fix and fall in love with this picturesque fishing village, before heading south to the bustling port town of Falmouth for the next two nights. Day 4 Explore the most westerly tip of England on this magnificent day, taking in St. Michael’s Mount, the incredible Minack Theater, built into the cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the beautiful National Trust beach at Porthcurno. You visit Land’s End before following a landscape dotted with the relics of the Cornish tin mining heritage, and now a filming location for the Poldark series. St Ives is the final stop of the day with its plethora of artists’ galleries in the maze of narrow, harbour-side streets. You return to Falmouth for the night. Day 5 This morning, you say farewell to Cornwall and travel across Bodmin Moor, a wild moorland that’s designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty. We’ll take a break before leaving Cornwall and continuing to Glastonbury. Here you can visit the ruins of 7th century Abbey, relax over some lunch or scale Glastonbury Tor for the views across five counties. From here, you travel back to London, a busy city far removed from the experiences you’ve enjoyed in the magical counties of Devon and Cornwall.

Embark on an adventure starting from Penzance Harbour, where Mounts Bay unfolds its abundant wildlife and rich historic landmarks in a compact expanse. Climb aboard the boat with your guide, a professional with a master's degree in zoology or marine biology. Enjoy a flexible route, tailored to the daily wildlife and weather conditions, ensuring an optimal and dynamic experience. Keep your eyes peeled for the local marine life and snap incredible photos. Traverse the picturesque coastline from Penzance Harbour to the iconic Minack Theatre or venture across to the enchanting St. Michael's Mount. Discover a haven for marine life in the bay's vibrant ecosystem, with animal encounters throughout the trip.

Explore Cornwall your way with this guidebook that illustrates a scenic 212-mile (340 km) point-to-point trip across 25 of the region’s most captivating destinations. Designed for flexibility, the guide is organised into themed sections—each covering Bude to St Ives, South & Central Cornwall including Bodmin and Truro—so you only visit the places that you choose. __________________________________________________________________ WHAT TO EXPECT • This is an online travel guide – much like a digital book – ready for you to read, browse, and get inspired while planning at home or using your phone on the go. • The guidebook offers an overarching plan to help shape your multi-destination holiday, with different ideas and sample itineraries. It shows how destinations can be combined to suit your timeframe – typically from 3 to 14 days. • It’s designed to help you decide where to go, what to see, where to stay, and to inspire your trip in a way that suits your interests. It also includes helpful tips such as how to get there and where to park. • Please note: the guide itself is not customisable. However, each route includes Uncover Britain’s own pre-populated Google Maps with suggested pins and directions, plus customisable directions by section using Google Maps. __________________________________________________________________ GO BEYOND THE CLASSICS WITH: • Falmouth – A bustling maritime town with beaches, a harbour, and naval history • Truro – Cornwall’s only city, home to a cathedral, galleries, and Georgian charm • Padstow – A popular harbour town with a thriving food scene and Rick Stein’s restaurant • Bodmin & Bodmin Moor – Discover mining heritage, wild moorland, and hidden stories • St Ives – Famous for its beaches, art galleries, and colourful seaside charm • Penzance – A lively coastal town with a historic promenade and harbour views • Castles & Heritage Sites – Visit Tintagel, Pendennis Castle, St Mawes Castle, and St Michael’s Mount • Hidden Coves & Coastal Legends – Explore Godrevy Lighthouse, the Minack Theatre, and mystical Cornish caves • Poldark Locations – Follow in the footsteps of the BBC’s Poldark through iconic film locations • The South West Coast Path – Take in spectacular clifftop views and coastal walks __________________________________________________________________ While you could search for places to go on your own, this guide offers curated context and ready-made itineraries along a recommended journey—so you don’t have to second-guess or piece everything together yourself. HOW TO ACCESS: see Know Before You Go

Run by a passionate Cornish local tour guide, this touring experience offers a spellbinding combination of iconic Cornish landmarks, majestic and expansive beaches and idyllic fishing villages and harbours. We are driven by wanting to share with visitors some of the harder to access and 'off the beaten path' locations that make Cornwall so unique. Neolithic stone circles and underground burial chambers, medieval churches that contain ancient wooden carvings within, engine houses signifying tin mines underneath - and parts of the 'hidden Cornwall' that many locals never get to see... Our mission on this tour is to ofer something totally unique - vehicle based but with plenty of opportunity to get out and immerse yourselves in the sghts and sounds of the 'real' Cornwall. You'll even have the opportunity to walk little stretches of the Cornish coastal path if you wish! PLUS very many points of interest en route – some visible from vehicle, others just moments from the car. There is so much to take in on this circular, West Cornwall tour. An absorbing jourmey that gives a true flavour of this part of the world in a relatively short space of time. On the day of your private tour, we'll have a comfortable vehicle waiting outside your accommodation ready to take you on a journey of discovery. There is so much history to impart and Cornwall's culture and customs will intertwine with tales of piracy, invasions, shipwrecks, battles and witchcraft! Ancient hillforts, Cornish scientific endeavour and stories of heartbreaking disasters will all mingle to give you a meaningful insight into the identity of the Cornish people and Cornwall's place in the world. Packed with historical context, you’ll enjoy a lively, engaging and fun experience-with so much to see and take in. However, we also understand that you're on holiday, so the day will feel relaxed and unhurried.

The West Cornwall Private Tour is exclusive to you and your travelling companions. We visit the most westerly point of the UK. You will explore the ancient stone circle at The Merry Maidens. The coastline views in West Cornwall are second to none and with me, Becky, as your guide you get a full Cornish experience. We even manage to get a crab sandwich(season and weather dependent) or pasty and cream tea! We will pick you up from your accommodation at 9am and return you at 5pm. We explore no matter what the weather, Cornwall is beautiful no matter what, but we also have some good ideas of where to hide from any heavy downpours we have.