Taste of Cornwall free bar every night
Monday 02 March 2026 to Friday 06 March 2026
£710pp Single supplement £60
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Why visit Cornwall? A stay on the rugged Atlantic coast is guaranteed to leave you feeling refreshed and revitalised. The Esplanade Hotel sits atop Cornwall's famous Fistral Bay, west facing on the Atlantic Ocean, with mesmerising sunsets and crashing waves, backed by high cliffs and sand dunes. The remote and calming ambiance of Fistral Bay is perfectly complimented by the vibrant resort of Newquay which is just a 30 minute walk away.
Why visit with us? In 2024 99% of our holiday customers said they would book again and 99% also said they would recommend us to a friend. Shaws Coaches has a strong reputation for a dependable service, with a proven track record for punctuality and professionalism. Our friendly booking team and highly-rated tour drivers are ready to welcome you.
What do our customers say? "Eden Project - really informative and amazing" • "Our driver had a lot of knowledge regarding the areas, town passed and visited. He was very polite and nothin was too much trouble for him"
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Tour code: C3502
Monday
Check in at your coastal hotel with a warming tea/coffee waiting for you on arrival. Soak up views of Cornwall's iconic Fistral Bay from the hotel lounge as you settle in this evening.
Tuesday
One of Cornwall's top destinations awaits this morning - The Eden Project. This unique eco-visitor attraction explores the planet from a holistic perspective through awe-inspiring Rainforest and Mediterranean Biomes, outdoor gardens and insightful exhibitions. Explore a world beyond your senses in the Invisible World Exhibition which shines a light on our fragile world. Transport yourself to paradise in the Mediterranean Biome as sweet aromas fill the air and gnarled olive trunks tangle around you. Adventure into the humid tropics inside the Rainforest Biome where an accessible canopy walkway offers an unimaginable view. Return to the hotel this afternoon for a traditional Cornish Cream Tea before making the most of the free bar this evening.
Wednesday
Cornwall's unique climate allows the region's farmers to produce some delicious seasonal produce. Visit Truro, the county's only city, where you'll find that the weekly Farmer's Market on Lemon Quay is in full swing. From sea salt to hot sauce and honey to great bakes - you'll bound to find something you want to take home to your own pantry. It's donation entry to Truro Cathedral and entry to Cornwall Museum & Art Gallery is approx. £10pp. See some of the finest Victorian stained glass in the country at the Cathedral and uncover talented local artists at the gallery. Expect a taste sensation at Healey Cyder Farm this afternoon! Your Cydermaster Pass gives you behind-the-scenes access to this impressive distillery - take a self-led tour through the press house, museum, cellars and even the car showroom! Sample over 60 different products in the tasting room - all made on site! If you're not already too sozzled, it's back to the hotel with a free bar this evening.
Thursday
A breath of fresh sea air in Padstow awaits this morning – perhaps pick up a warming alfresco coffee to enjoy on the harbour edge or make the most of this window shoppers’ paradise as you wind your way through the boutiques. Back to the hotel for a hot buffet lunch with free time this afternoon to explore the coastal path or take the local bus into nearby Newquay.
Friday
Time to head home, feeling full and fresh.
- 4 night stay with breakfast
- 3 course dinner with tea/coffee each night (min 3 choices)
- Entry to The Eden Project
- Cydermaster Pass at Healeys Cyder Farm
- Cornish Cream Tea at the hotel
- Two nights of hotel entertainment
- Welcome tea/coffee at the hotel
- Hot buffet lunch at the hotel on Thursday
- Packed lunch from the hotel on Tuesday and Wednesday
- Special Cornish themed dinner one evening
- Free hotel bar every nights (6-9pm, selected drinks)
- Porterage
- All travel including home collection*
- International Passenger Protection
- Reserved coach seat
- 18kg suitcase pp
- Executive touring coach featuring a refreshment station, reclining seats, reading lights, curtains, foot and arm rests, toilet, safety belts, air suspension and individual air-flow control
- An experienced, friendly, highly-rated and professional tour driver
- Friendly booking team on hand to answer any questions you might have in the run up to your holiday
- HALF PRICE HOLIDAY DEPOSITS! Just £25pp when you book before 21 Nov (£50 thereafter, balance due 8 weeks prior)
- LOYALTY DISCOUNT! Book 3 holidays (in any calendar year) and save £15pp, book 4+ and save £20pp, just let us know in special requests that you'd like to redeem your discount
- SAVE £10pp by meeting the coach at Maxey, Stamford Bus Station or Peterborough Extra Services
- *Providing you live in Bourne, Stamford, Peterborough, Uppingham, The Deepings, Spalding, Whittlesey, Oakham and most of the villages between them and Maxey (we're happy to collect from outside of our free pick-up area with a small additional charge)
- *We’re pleased to offer home collection from the Welwyn area following our successful partnership with Reg’s Coaches. Departures from Welwyn, Welwyn Garden City, Codicote, Woolmer Green, Knebworth, Hatfield, Stevenage and many of the nearby villages incur a small supplement of £30pp. We’re happy to pick up outside these areas, please enquire
The Esplanade Hotel, Newquay 
- Set in a beautiful position above Fistral Beach
- Stylish hotel with a coastal ambiance
- Winners of a 2024 Travellers' Choice Award from Tripadvisor (ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor!)
- Ensuite bedrooms featuring TV, hairdryer, telephone, fridge, toiletries, complimentary tea/coffee tray
- Restaurant and Cocktail Bar, both overlooking the ocean
- All singles are double for sole
- Includes access to the heated indoor pool, hot tub and sauna
- Fistral Spa is located at the sister property – Fistral Beach Hotel - which is just a short walk away (pre booking is recommended)
- Lift
ACCESS Walk in showers available on request, six steps at the hotel entrance (avoidable via side entrance), no ground floor bedrooms
Ask us about sea view rooms which may be available at a supplement