Jurassic coast, natural wonder

Your adventure begins in Dorset – a county known for the famous Jurassic Coast where the cliffs contain fossils and rock formations dating back millions of years. Embark on your journey starting in Lyme Regis, a quaint seaside town set rich with marine life, coastal walks, and maritime heritage. Spend the day scuba diving or snorkelling, then finish the evening with a spot of mackerel fishing.

Visit the magnificent Exeter Cathedral – a striking example of gothic architecture and medieval design. Undergoing extensive development between 12th and 14th centuries, the cathedral features a stretch of intricate gothic vaulting that remains the longest in the world. Ethereal stained-glass windows and secret underground passages can be experienced by guided tour. It is well worth spending some time here admiring this distinctive landmark that has been part of Exeter’s history for nearly 1000 years.

Explore Dartmouth Harbour, a quintessential English town that effortlessly combines fine British cuisine comprised of local produce, picturesque landscapes of natural beauty, and quaint historical architecture. Stroll around this scenic town before heading to one of the many historic pubs and enjoy a locally crafted gin & tonic or a fine Devonshire Ale.

The Next Day
Jump aboard a tender and meander up the River Dart, eventually arriving at ‘Greenway’, a Georgian house, home to Agatha Christie and her family during the 1950s. You can take a tour of the home, encountering first editions of her novels set amongst a tasteful display of silver, ceramics, and other collectibles procured by the family over the years. End your evening at a local winery with a private tour of Sandbridge Barton followed by wine tasting of their award-winning produce guided by expert sommeliers.

Begin your day in Plymouth with a stroll along the cobbled streets that lead to the Mayflower Steps, the place of embarkation for the Pilgrims during their maiden voyage to North America. Visit Dartmoor National Park in the afternoon, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and home to wild ponies that roam freely across the moorland tors, then a gentle hike to the ancient forest Wistman Woods will be arranged for you.
Sit for lunch at Osteria, in Ashburton, an award-winning restaurant that lies in a converted old bank. Peruse their wine cellar and enjoy a carefully curated menu that changes weekly to reflect seasonal produce.

The Next Day
After breakfast onboard, enjoy a coastal walk from Mount Edgecombe to Cawsand, ending with a bag of traditional English fish and chips and a local ale before returning to Plymouth town. In the afternoon, take a private tasting tour at the Plymouth Gin Distillery followed by sunset cocktails in Smeaton’s Tower, a landmark that dates back to 1759 and is much-loved by the locals. Spend the evening aboard your yacht enjoying freshly caught seafood and onboard entertainment.

Cornwall is home to the largest indoor rainforest, The Eden Project in Bodelva. Wander through a diverse range of biomes that lead to outdoor gardens, finishing the day at a local Cornish restaurant renowned for their locally sourced ingredients that showcases Cornwall’s abundant offering of fresh, high-quality produce.

Head to the Lost Gardens of Heligan for a day of adventure and exploration. These lands have been owned by the Tremayne family for over 400 years. They fell overgrown following the First World War, only later to be rediscovered by a member of the Tremayne family who set to restore the gardens. There’s more than 200 acres to explore across lakes, hidden paths, woodland trails and cultivated gardens.

After exploring the mystical gardens, head to Healeys Cyder Farm. A family-run award-winning producer of cyders, wines, spirits and preserves have been lovingly made here for almost 40 years. Amble through the apple orchards on a tractor, and discover the art of blending botanicals for distilling gin.

Visiting the Minack Theatre is an absolute must-see during your visit to Cornwall. Conceived by the visionary creative, Rowena Cade, and opened in 1930, this Greek inspired open-air arena is the ultimate experience in living theatre. Each year tens of thousands of people flock to the Minack to sit under the stars and watch live performance in a magical theatre space etched into the side of the cliff-face, largely hand-built by Rowena herself.

After the performance, enjoy a coastal drive to a harbour-front bistro with panoramic sea views and a selection of the finest freshly caught seafood.

Unwind in the beautiful Scilly Isles, a sub-tropical archipelago appreciated for its sandy white beaches, turquoise waters and incredible wildlife. As proud home to a fine vineyard, you can also take the opportunity to learn about wine-making with an intimate tour and tasting at St Mary’s Holy Vale Vineyard. Dine on fresh lobster with a Holy Vale wine pairing at one of the best fine-dining establishments on the Scilly Isles.

On your last day onboard, take a helicopter ride or sail to Tresco, a privately owned island and the second largest of the archipelago. Explore Tresco Abbey Garden, a horticultural wonder established in the 1830s and a subtropical gem nestled in the Scilly Isles and home to more than 20,000 exotic plants from across the globe.