Overview
"Probably the most militarised county in WWII", some 1.5 million GI's were stationed in the county of Devon. The north and south coasts of Devon were used extensively to both house the GI's and enable them to practice amphibious landings before the Normandy landings. This includes the notorious Slapton sands, one of the US military's darkest secrets of WWII. Focussing on the south coast, in addition to Slapton we'll visit Plymouth, where some 36,000 GI's departed. Plymouth is said to be the most bombed city in WWII (per sq mile) more than London and Coventry and is still the largest naval dockyard in Western Europe. Down the coast the picturesque coastal town of Dartmouth is home to two stunningly preserved castles at the mouth of the River Dart as well as Britannia Naval College, home to US naval command and where Queen Elizabeth first set eyes on the Duke of Edinburgh. Finally Brixham, now Englands' biggest fishing port with some of the best preserved naval gun batteries of WWII.
What's Included
- Chilled water
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver/guide
- Lunch A table is booked for lunch, however choice of food and the cost is guest responsibility
Meeting and Pickup
Included in your fee is collection and drop off at your accommodation within a 30 mile radius of Brixham. Additional premium travel charge is agreed at £1.50 a mile. This fee is agreed before the tour and paid separately securely over the phone, cash on the day or by secure mobile device on the day. If the travel premium charge cannot be agreed, then you are entitled to cancel the tour with a full refund. Your tour vehicle is a luxury 7 x seater Mercedes V220 and recognisable by its colour (pebble grey) and the decals on the side of the vehicle. I will send you a photo of the vehicle before the tour. I will be recognisable as I will be dressed in smart chinos and top with company logo on. Please note, the locations above are only samples, we will pick up in most places in Devon
What To Expect
Plymouth
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Dartmouth Castle
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Slapton Sands
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Torcross
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Dartmouth
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Reasonable fitness levels and the desire to walk short distances will ensure you get the most out of this tour
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the World War II Heritage Tour?
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Activity code: C-314004P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- Chilled water.
- Private transportation.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- driver/guide.
- Lunch. A table is booked for lunch, however choice of food and the cost is guest responsibility.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the World War II Heritage Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Reasonable fitness levels and the desire to walk short distances will ensure you get the most out of this tour
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for World War II Heritage Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Chilled water
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver/guide
- LunchA table is booked for lunch, however choice of food and the cost is guest responsibility
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Reasonable fitness levels and the desire to walk short distances will ensure you get the most out of this tour
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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