Port: CowesIs an English seaport town on the Isle of Wight home to the

famous sailing regatta. Admire the yachts and boats and soak

up the sailing atmosphere whilst in port.

Port: CowesTour Code: COW/DDuration: 3 ¼ hoursPrice: £80pp

Tour Description: Enjoy a panoramic overview of this beautiful

island. Stop at Godshill, the most photogenic village on

the island with it’s thatched roofed houses. Continue to the

quintessentially English Village of Old Shanklin, a perennial

attraction. Dependent on weather, your journey will carry on

down to Niton, the Southernmost part of the Island, where on a

clear day you can see the famous Needles off in the distant and

the southern coastline of this stunning Island. Carry on exploring

the Island in the comfort of your coach before returning to the

Golden Horizon.

Island Panoramic Drive

Tour Notes: Guests should be able to get on and off the coach with minimal assistance. We request that wheelchair guests are accompanied as the guide cannot undertake responsibility for them during the tour. Walking is at the discretion of the guest. Suggested clothing to include rain wear (just in case) and comfortable shoes for the photo stops. The tour may operate in a different order to than described.

Port: DartmouthThe wonderful town of Dartmouth sits on the banks of the

picturesque River Dart and is one of Devon’s most popular

towns. This enchanting town has a rich maritime heritage as

well as being part of the South Devon Area of Outstanding

Natural Beauty, perfect for those wanting to explore the

stunning countryside and capture breath-taking landscapes.

Port: DartmouthTour Code: DTM/ADuration: 4 ½ hours Price: £89pp

Tour Description:

Depart Dartmouth pier by coach and transfer to Totnes passing

stunning scenery. On arrival enjoy a walking tour of this quaint

market town, full of fascinating history and culture. After, travel to

Paignton where you will board a traditional steam train for a train

ride to Kingswear. The scenery on this picturesque line is breath-

taking. Arriving in Kingswear, take a short ferry crossing across the

river Dart and conclude your excursion with a walking tour of the

historic town of Dartmouth.

Tour Notes: This tour involves up to 2 miles of walking, therefore please wear comfortable shoes. This tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility or wheelchair users. The train is a public service and will not be exclusive to Tradewind Voyages. At the time of going to print there is a limited number of skippers and due to any self-isolation, this service may be suspended at short or no notice.

Countryside Steam Train & The English Riviera

Port: DartmouthTour Code: DTM/DDuration: 1 ½ hours Price: £25pp

Tour Description:

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 house backed on to the river and ships came up to their

back door!

Tour Notes: Please note this tour is entirely on foot and includes up to 1.5 miles of walking. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility. We request that any wheelchair users be accompanied as the guide cannot take responsibility for them during the tour. Please wear flat and comfortable walking shoes.

Dartmouth Heritage Walk

Port: FalmouthHome to the third largest natural harbour in the world,

Falmouth is a delightful seaside town brimming with maritime

history, despite it being a relatively new town. Back in the 16th

century, Falmouth was nothing more than a house, a very fine

one of course. Arwenack, was the home of the Killigrew’s, one

of the most powerful families in Cornwall at that time. With the

help of Sir Walter Raleigh, Sir John Killigrew came to realise

that his land had great potential for a port and Falmouth was

born.

Port: Falmouth Tour Code: FAL/CDuration: 2 ½ hours Price: £25pp

Tour Description:

Home to the third largest natural harbour in the world, Falmouth is a

delightful seaside town brimming with maritime history.

Join your guide and discover the town’s fascinating history on this

walking tour. The walk will take you around Pendennis Headland to

walk below Henry VIII’s Pendennis Castle and enjoy stunning coastal

views, along the sea front to Gyllyngvase beach before return into

the town to admire the old quay and fine 18th century buildings and

back to your ship.

Tour Notes: This walking tour is approximately 3 ½ miles, guests must have a good level of fitness to participate on this tour. Toilets will be available 1 hour into the walk and in Falmouth. The ground is mostly level throughout but there may be some inclines and steps. We recommend flat and comfortable walking shoes.

Falmouth Walking Tour

Port: St Mary’sThe Isles of Scilly’s largest island and the gateway to the rest

of the islands. Covering an area of little more than 6 square

miles. Hugh Town is the central hub, with a cluster of shops,

banks and eateries, whilst Old Town is the other “major”

settlement, with a beautiful beach and nature reserve. The

coastline features large stretches of deserted sandy beaches,

dramatic rocky coves, beautiful walks and stunning seascapes.

Port: St Mary’sTour Code: SMA/ADuration: 4 hours Price: £75pp

Tour Description:

The beautiful Isles of Scilly archipelago is dotted with sites of Special

Scientific Interest and Marine Conservation zones, perfect for

exploring by boat. Journey around the raw and rugged eastern

isles which are a haven for wildlife. End at St. Martin’s, home to

St. Martin’s vineyard. Stroll through the vineyard and savour the

tastes of the local wines along with delicious Cornish cheeses before

returning to the Golden Horizon.

Tour Notes: This excursion is dependent on tides and conditions; therefore, the duration and itinerary can change last minute. The tour is unguided, but there will be an escort. The skipper on the wildlife cruise will provide commentary. The Wildlife cruise departs and returns to the ship, using the embarkation ladder. There is no option to wait and be picked up later, due to tides. Wear flat comfortable shoes to negotiate inclines, rough ground and approximately 2 miles of walking. This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.

Wildlife Cruise & St Martins Vineyard

Port: PlymouthThe ancient city of Plymouth is perhaps one of the best-known

Maritime cities in the world. Its strategic positioning and large

natural harbour made Plymouth a traditional stronghold for

the Royal Navy and Royal Marines and historic evidence of

their continuous presence is to be seen at every glance. Across

the water of Plymouth Sound lies fortified Drake’s Island

guarding the approaches and in contrast the idyllic Mount

Edgcumbe country estate sits elegantly opposite.

Port: Plymouth Tour Code: PLY/DDuration: 2 hours Price: £35pp

Tour Description:

Discover the ancient city of Plymouth with a local guide. Walk up from

the waterside to Plymouth’s Barbican. This is the original trading dock of

the city. Nowadays the warehouses are homes to fashionable galleries,

cafés and quaint antique shops. You will see the Mayflower steps from

where the Pilgrim Fathers departed for the New World in 1620 and

enjoy views of Sutton Harbour. Nearby lies the fortified Garrison, or

Citadel overlooking the approaches to the harbour. Walk up to the Hoe

where Drake was famously playing bowls when he received news of the

invading Armada. ‘We have time to finish the game’ he is reported to

have said! From here there are fine views across the city and out to sea.

At this point, return downhill to the Barbican and the busy portside

before returning to the ship.

Tour Notes: There is approximately 2 miles of walking, with some steps and inclines throughout. Please wear flat and comfortable shoes. This tour is not recommended to wheelchair guests.

Plymouth Walking Tour

Port: St Mary’sTour Code: SMA/BDuration: 3 hours Price: £45pp

Tour Description:

Tender ashore to Scilly’s second largest island, Tresco where you will

visit the world-class Tresco Abbey gardens. This incredible sub-tropical

‘botanical paradise’ has been planted in the ruins of a Benedictine priory

under the direction of Augustus Smith. Today the gardens are home

to an impressive collection of 20,000 plant species heralding from as

far as New Zealand, South America and South Africa. Stroll around

the gardens at leisure to uncover the many treasures including the

magnificent Valhalla figure head collection of ship-wrecked figureheads

and decorative carvings, most dating from 19th Century merchant sailing

vessels and steamships who met their demise off Scilly’s shores.

Tour Notes: Please note guests are expected to walk up to 1.8miles (one-hour) over some uneven surfaces with slopes and steps. This tour is not recommended for wheelchair guests. It is advisable to wear flat and comfortable shoes and clothing. If guests wish to purchase refreshments this will be at their own expense.

Exotic Tresco Abbey Gardens

Port: Poole Tour Code: POO/ADuration: 4 hours Price: £80pp

Tour Description:

Travel through the Hartland Moor National Reserve to Lulworth Cove,

on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Enjoy a stop here to admire

the views before continuing to one of England’s most impressive

and romantic medieval ruins. Corfe Castle’s hilltop position offers

magnificent views of the surrounding countryside. By the 13th century the

castle was being used as a royal treasure storehouse and prison and it

remained a royal fortress until 1572 when it was sold by Elizabeth I to her

Lord Chancellor, Sir Christopher Hatton.

Tour Notes: This tour includes up to 1.5km of walking. Access to the castle is over a cobbled footpath and paths within the castle are steep with steps. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. Any wheelchair users must be accompanied as the guide cannot take responsibility for them during the tour.

Lulworth Cove & Corfe Castle

Port: PooleThis Dorset town is home to Europe’s largest natural harbour,

a site of nature conservation. The coastal town also has a rich

heritage which dates back thousands of years. From Poole

Harbour, watch as boats head south to Brownsea Island or

spend the day visiting some of England’s south coast jewels.