Dartmouth: all 7 tours and excursions for your cruise
Dartmoor and buckfast abbey
- Cruise line: Silversea
Embrace the scenic splendour and legacy of Dartmoor and Buckfast Abbey during this panoramic, half-day sightseeing excursion. Devon Countryside Drive Depart the pier for a panoramic overview of Dartmoor. Pass through the fertile Devon countryside, and by rolling farmland and wooded hillsides. See trees, hedgerows and flora at the entrance to small farming and agricultural communities, which are home to clusters of centuries-old houses and buildings. Devon's most famous...
Slapton sands and english cream tea
- Cruise line: Silversea
Experience the traditions and World War II history of Dartmouth during this scenic and informative, half-day sightseeing excursion. Torcross, Sherman Tank, Ken Small Memorial Speech, War Memorial Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to Torcross. Upon arrival, see a Sherman tank and listen to Dean Small, son of the late Ken Small, explain the significance of this remote stretch of beach and recount the story of how his father recovered the Sherman...
Countryside steam train and the english riviera
- Cruise line: Silversea
Embrace the stunning natural splendour of the English Riviera and countryside during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion. Scenic River Dart River-Boat Ride Following a breif guided stroll of this historic naval town, depart the pier via river-boat for the leisurely, approximately 1.5-hour cruise up the River Dart. Along the way, pass through deep countryside surrounded by green hills. The light-green fields and patches of red plough-land stand out in striking...
Greenway house and gardens
- Cruise line: Silversea
Explore the life, home and career of renowned crime novelist and playwright Agatha Christie during this scenic, half-day riverboat excursion on a ferry to her Devon holiday home. Scenic River-Boat Ride Depart the pier via river-boat for the leisurely, approximately 40-minute cruise up the River Dart. Along the way, pass through deep countryside surrounded by green hills. The light-green fields and patches of red plough-land stand out in striking contrast to the dark...
Greenway house and gardens
- Cruise line: Silversea
Explore the life, home and career of renowned crime novelist and playwright Agatha Christie during this scenic, half-day riverboat excursion on a ferry to her Devon holiday home. Depart the pier via river-boat for the leisurely, approximately 40-minute cruise up the River Dart. Along the way, pass through deep countryside surrounded by green hills. The light-green fields and patches of red plough-land stand out in striking contrast to the dark tones of the trees that line the...
Dartmouth heritage walk
- Cruise line: Silversea
Discover some of Dartmouth's historical landmarks on this delightful Heritage Walk.Visit the old market that was originally a tidal creek that powered a mill until 1800, see the oldest Baptist meeting house dating back to 1646 where Thomas Newcomen, inventor of the first successful steam engine, was a Baptist preacher and see Bayard Cove where the Mayflower anchored during her stay in Dartmouth. Stroll along Butterwalk and see merchant houses dating back to 1628 - these houses backed on to the river...
Hiking with silversea expedition team
- Cruise line: Silversea
The Expedition Team will offer two Dartmouth outings: the Coastal Heritage Hike (Diamond Jubilee Route), a moderate approximately 5.8 km (3.6 mi) trail showcasing coastal scenery and rural landscapes, and the Riverside Castle Walk, a gentler approximately 3.6 km (2.2 mi) route following the River Dart to the historic Dartmouth Castle. Together, these options provide guests with an engaging blend of nature, history, and local charm.This is a sample description of the activity and may vary depending...