Smugglers Secrets of Devon and Cornwall

SMUGGLERS' SECRETS OF DEVON & CORNWALL

 

27 September – 1 October 2027

Monday – Friday

5 Days

From £659

 

Discover Devon and Cornwall's colourful smuggling past on this varied five-day holiday. From the picturesque seaside town of Salcombe and the maritime city of Plymouth to a tasting experience at Devon Rum Co., the legendary Jamaica Inn and the dramatic North Cornwall coast, this tour combines fascinating stories, beautiful scenery and memorable experiences.

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

 

• Enjoy free time in the fascinating town of Totnes

• Experience a tasting at Devon Rum Co.

• Explore historic maritime Plymouth

• Discover the stories of smugglers at Jamaica Inn

• Visit Tintagel and picturesque Port Isaac.

 

(27) DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel south to Devon, arriving at our hotel we enjoy tea/coffee and biscuits before settling in.

 

(28) DAY TWO – Totnes and Devon Rum Co. Tasting Experience

This morning we travel to the historic market town of Totnes, where there is free time to explore its characterful streets, browse the independent shops and enjoy lunch at your leisure. This afternoon, we continue to the Devon Rum Co. for a tasting experience. Enjoy a signature rum cocktail before discovering the story of Devon Rum Co. and the wider world of rum, followed by a behind-the-scenes look at how their premium spirits are crafted. The experience concludes with a tutored tasting of four award-winning artisan rums.

 

(29) DAY THREE – Plymouth

Today is free to explore our base, the historic maritime city of Plymouth. Take a stroll around the famous Hoe, discover the Barbican and its historic streets, browse the city centre shops or simply enjoy the waterfront at your own pace.

 

(30) DAY FOUR – Jamaica Inn, Tintagel and Port Isaac

For our final excursion, we travel across rugged Bodmin Moor to the famous Jamaica Inn, associated with Daphne du Maurier and home to a museum filled with smuggling artefacts. We then continue to the North Cornwall coast and Tintagel, known for its dramatic castle ruins, before visiting the picturesque harbour village of Port Isaac, well known as the setting for TV’s Doc Martin.

 

(1) DAY FIVE – Departure

After breakfast this morning we depart our hotel and make our journey home, with comfort stops en route.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Tea/coffee & biscuits on arrival

Jamaica Inn Smuggling Museum

Devon Rum Co. Tasting Experience.

 

COPTHORNE HOTEL, PLYMOUTH

The Copthorne Hotel Plymouth is located in the bustling city centre with sweeping views down Armada Way and is ideally placed for exploring the historic Barbican and famous Plymouth Hoe. All bedrooms are en suite and include satellite television, telephone, hairdryer, iron and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift and on-site coach parking. Please note, there are no ground-floor rooms and walk-in showers are only available in upgradeable rooms on request.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Tea/coffee & biscuits on arrival

Jamaica Inn Smuggling Museum

Devon Rum Co. Tasting Experience.

 

COPTHORNE HOTEL, PLYMOUTH

The Copthorne Hotel Plymouth is located in the bustling city centre with sweeping views down Armada Way and is ideally placed for exploring the historic Barbican and famous Plymouth Hoe. All bedrooms are en suite and include satellite television, telephone, hairdryer, iron and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift and on-site coach parking. Please note, there are no ground-floor rooms and walk-in showers are only available in upgradeable rooms on request.

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
Hotel	Tea/coffee making facilities	Lift
Bar	Television	No ground-floor rooms
Restaurant	Telephone	Walk-in showers in upgradeable rooms
Lounge	Hairdryer
On-site coach parking	Iron
Wi-Fi	En suite
City centre location

 

GROUP BOOKINGS

Looking to take a group, if you book 20 places or more on this tour the tour organiser will go Free of Charge.

 

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
5	27 SEP – 1 OCT 2027	MONDAY	£659	£120 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE			£38

 

 

 

Why Travel with Jones Holidays?

With our warm, friendly hosts, comfortable coaches, and attention to detail, your holiday will be smooth, enjoyable, and filled with good company. Let us take care of everything.

At Jones Holidays, we believe solo travellers deserve fair prices and peace of mind. That's why our Single Supplement Price Promise ensures you only pay what we pay—nothing more. If hotels charge us a single supplement, we’ll pass it on without adding a penny extra; that’s our promise to you.

Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply.  Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office.  If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

Copthorne Hotel Plymouth Jamaica Inn - Smuggling Museum Devon Rum Co