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Serene Gardens of Cornwall -2025

Serene Gardens of Cornwall 2025

Duration

5 Days

Departure Dates

7th August 2025

Prices from

£880 Per person

Experience a joyful Cornish holiday visiting some of the most enchanting gardens in Cornwall from great grandeur to hidden sanctuaries. Discover the Lost Gardens of Heligan, relax in the tranquillity of Pinetum Gardens, learn the history and secrets of Pencarrow House, and visit the world-renowned Eden Project plus enjoy a nostalgic steam journey.

Dawlish Seawall ©GWR
Dawlish Seawall ©GWR

5 days from £830

 

DEPARTS

Thursday 24 April 2025

Thursday 7 August 2025

 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Journey along the famous English Riviera coastal route

  • Explore the Lost Gardens of Heligan, Europe’s largest garden restoration

  • Tour the historical Pencarrow House & Gardens

  • Visit the fabulous Eden Project

  • Discover the tranquillity of Pinetum Gardens

  • Explore the Victorian Lanhydrock House & Gardens

  • Steam nostalgia on the Bodmin & Wenford line

 

Also included in your Tour Fare:

  • 4 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal plus 1 cream tea

  • Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager

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