Isles of Scilly

Just 28 miles off the Cornish coast, the Isles of Scilly are a unique, sub tropical haven for a variety of wildlife and our itinerary allows plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

St. Mary's • Hugh Town • Beaches • Tresco • Pretty Coastal Paths • Hotel Pool

Day 1 Travel to Penzance for the morning sailing to St Mary’s. The Bell Rock Hotel is just a five minute walk from St Mary’s Harbour. A luggage transfer will be provided by a local operator.

Day 2 St Mary’s is the largest of the Isles of Scillies islands with 1,800 inhabitants. Spend the day exploring Hugh Town, the island's 'capital'. It is situated between two beaches and is home to a variety of shops, art and craft galleries and restaurants. This afternoon, enjoy a stroll along the Garrison Walls high above the town or simply relax at the hotel pool, on Porthcressa or Town Beach.

Day 3 Today, hop across the tiny archipelago to further explore this glorious destination. Included is a boat trip to the island of Tresco and admission to the gem that is Tresco Abbey Gardens. With a population of just 152 people in the 2021 census, Tresco's main inhabitants are the migratory birds who make The Great Pool their home in summer. The glorious 19th century garden, home to 20,000 plants from more than 80 countries is built around the ruins of a Benedictine Abbey.

Day 4 Another day at leisure enjoying the nature trails and coastal paths of St Mary's or further enjoying the hotels pool and St Mary’s beaches.

Day 5 Sadly it is time to leave the tranquillity of the island and return to the mainland on the afternoon ferry back to Penzance.

All tours are tailored to your requirements and can be adapted for travel by coach and/or air as you prefer. Occasionally itineraries change. Please see our current brochure or contact us for the latest version.

Bell Rock Hotel, St Mary's

This small hotel has been welcoming guests for over 100 years and is situated in Hugh Town, the capital of St. Mary's. It has a relaxed, informal atmosphere and enjoys a high level of repeat business thanks to the personal, attentive service.

• 2 star • 20 bedrooms

• No lift, but some ground floor rooms

• Indoor swimming pool

Your tour includes:

• Return ferry crossings

• Luggage transfers between port and hotel

• 4 nights half board in St Mary's with:
Porter service
Full English breakfast
3 course dinner with choice and tea/coffee

• Return crossings to Tresco and admission to Abbey Gardens

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