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Mayflower Pilgrims Devon Discovery tour

  • Completely Customisable
  • Local Guide
  • Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
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Follow in the footsteps of the intrepid Mayflower pilgrims, and their final weeks in the UK. We'll discover the beautiful river Port of Dartmouth where the Mayflower laid at anchor whilst the Speedwell had repairs and subject to availability, and have a tour of the town with the town crier, Les in full regalia! Lunch at a place of your choice, perhaps an ancient country pub before exploring Plymouth, one of the Worlds most historic maritime cities, where the Mayflower finally left on its famous voyage, and see many of the places the pilgrims would have visited! This trip can include visits to Plymouth Barbican, Plymouth Hoe, Dartmouth, Bayards Cove

Tour Information

  • Daily Rate: 1-2 people £395
    3-4 people £445
    5-7 people £495

    We are able to accommodate groups of more than seven, simply get in touch to discuss prices and itineraries.
  • Can I include this tour in a multi-day tour? Yes! All of our tours are fully customisable and can be included into a multi-day tour.
  • Included: Your knowledgeable guide • Pick up and drop off to your hotel in Devon or Cornwall.
  • Not included: Meals.

    While food is not included, your guide will have a network of recommendations including cosy pubs or traditional cafes. We have an option for everyone. The choice is yours!
  • Please bring: Sensible footwear for strolls on the moor and warm waterproof clothing is advised.

    One of the joys of the South West is the possibility of experiencing four seasons in one day so remember to bring suitable clothing.
  • Don't forget... We offer you the chance to delve into your family’s ancestry and history. Click here to find out about incorporating our Family History & Genealogy Tour into your trip.
  • Add On Experiences For a list of our add on experiences please Click Here

Plymouth Barbican, Plymouth Hoe, Dartmouth, & Bayards Cove

All our luxury guided day tours can be tailored to your personal wishes. Our bespoke itineraries can be crafted to ensure you get to visit the places you want when you want. Simply let us know where you’re interested in heading and we’ll do the rest! Click below to get an idea of a trip we would create for you.

  • 09:00 Pick-Up

    We can pick you up from wherever you are staying in the area, to commence our tour, which can start in either Dartmouth or Plymouth depending upon which is most convenient. Your guide will point out places of interest on the way, and recap on the history of the Mayflower to ‘set the scene’

  • 10:00 Historic Dartmouth

    Commence our walking tour of historic Dartmouth. Subject to availability, this could be conducted by Les and Liz Ellis, the town crier and Consort in their full, magnificent regalia to add some authentic flavour to the experience. We visit the town with its ancient buildings, see the beautiful estuary of the River Dart, and visit Bayards Cove with its elegant Inn, housed in a 14th Century Tudor House!

  • 12:30-13:30 Lunch Break

    To be taken at an appropriate location depending on your preferences. Ancient country pubs, cosy cafes etc. are all possibilities.

  • 13:30-14:00 Journey to Plymouth

  • 14:00 The Historic Port of Plymouth

    The historic Port of Plymouth was once the Maritime Capital of the World! We will learn about some of the many voyages of discovery which left from the City, where the Mayflower finally left on its famous voyage. We’ll visit the historic Barbican area and see the Mayflower steps and Museum and also Island House where many of the Pilgrims lodged whilst in the town. We continue our exploration of Plymouth with a visit to The Blackfriars Distillery and home of Plymouth Gin. The refectory is said to be the room where the Pilgrims had their final supper before departure. We may take an optional guided tour of the Plymouth Gin distillery. Next stop is to stand on Plymouth Hoe, looking out on one of the worlds finest natural harbours. Here you are standing on history itself, the scene of some of the worlds most iconic voyages, including of course the sailing of the Mayflower.

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