The Isles of Scilly - 6 days from £839

Accommodation

Atlantic Hotel (3-star)
5 nights' half board. Superbly located overlooking the harbour, the hotel offers a bar with panoramic views; an elegant waterfront restaurant, where an excellent dinner is included each evening; and a sun terrace. The hotel has been welcoming Page & Moy guests for many years and has played a large part in tailoring the itinerary to our requirements. Please note that the hotel does not have a lift and operates a no-smoking policy.

Itinerary

Day 1: UK/St. Mary’s

Arrive at the island of St. Mary’s - a haven boasting a mild climate, welcoming sea air and countless sandy beaches. You transfer to Hugh Town, the island’s main town. Unpack and unwind in the hospitable Atlantic Hotel, your home away from home for the next five nights.

Meals: Dinner

Days 2 - 5: The Isles of Scilly

The abundance of locally grown produce, a prosperous fishing community and unnamed country lanes prove nature is the only dictatorial force here. Discover this at St. Mary’s, the largest of the islands at almost three miles wide. White sandy beaches, coastal footpaths, quiet lanes and scenic nature trails urge you to explore them.

Hugh Town, a hub for islander activity is never more than a few minutes’ walk from the beach. Dotted with pubs, a museum, a choice of restaurants and craft shops, you’ll find all you need for an enjoyable stay.

Determine the pace of your holiday and opt in and out of the included excursions as you see fit.

Meals: Breakfast / dinner

Walking tour of St. Mary’s (full day)

It is easy to understand how the Isles of Scilly have invoked such a devoted fan base today. Admire long stretches of altering coastline and envisage St. Mary’s past as you stroll through the fortified garrison walls. Soon, Star Castle comes into sight, built in the shape of an eight-pointed star and faithful to its purpose to defend, this Elizabethan fort occupies high ground. Incredible views across the sea and surrounding islands are sure to spark a longing to revisit these shores time and time again.

Tresco Abbey Gardens (full day)

As the Gulf Stream drifts towards the Isles of Scilly, it carries with it warmer climes. The resulting humid climate has enabled exotic plants, that would otherwise perish on the mainland, to flourish into a cacophony of colour.

Journey to the neighbouring island of Tresco where complex pathways adorned by cacti, Mexican yuccas, mimosa and Chilean wine palm await you at Abbey Gardens. The tall windbreaks and enclosures house a remarkable range of plant species from around the globe, the tropical garden alone is home to some 80 varieties.

Star Garrison (half day)

Take an in-depth look into this former military outpost whose origins date back to the 16th century. A reminder of a time when Europe was riddled with conflict, it acts as an important historic site today, many of its features and structures are still in their almost original form.

The rest of the day is at leisure.

St. Martin’s (full day)

Stroll through fields of flowers and ramble over wild heath during today’s included excursion - a boat trip which takes you to St. Martin’s, the third largest of the Scilly Isles. The rugged cliffs and tranquil beaches of these shores have a soothing quality.

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St. Agnes (full day)

Accustomed city dwellers will note the reinforced sense of community that prevails in the smaller inhabited island of St. Agnes. This inconspicuous isle, which extends just one mile in length is home to a community of only 72 people. The curving white sand bars and weathered granite cairns which grace this coast are complemented beautifully by the tranquil sounds of the wind, waves and native sea birds. You will reach St. Agnes by boat.

Please note that operation of these boat trips is subject to weather conditions and the programme may vary.

Day 6: St. Mary’s/UK

Today you transfer to the airport for the short flight back to the mainland.

Meals: Breakfast