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Tours and Itineraries in the Heart of Devon

There are plenty of attractions and natural sites to visit in the Heart of Devon. To discover some of the best sites the area has to offer, join a guided tour or follow one of our themed itineraries.

By leaving your car behind and travelling by public transport, you can sit back and enjoy the wonderful scenery of the Heart of Devon. The area has excellent transport links, with most towns and villages accessible by bus or train. Some public transport operators offer 'explorer' tickets, where you buy a day ticket and can hop on or off at your leisure.

The Tarka Line train runs from Exeter to Barnstaple, and is one of the country's most scenic rural branch lines. Passing through the towns of Crediton and Eggesford, as well as smaller villages along the route, it is also known as the Rail Ale Trail, with charming pubs serving real ales at many of the stops.

Download our day out on the Tarka Line itinerary here.

Download our suggested itinerary for enjoying Mid Devon on the bus here.

The Jurassic Coast is easily explored by public transport, with a dedicated bus travelling between Exeter and Poole, stopping at each of the Jurassic Coast gateway towns. Most of the buses used on this route are double decker, giving you spectacular views of the coastline. One of the best ways to explore this fascinating coast is by boat, and trips operate from most of the Jurassic Coast towns.

Download our car free day out on the Jurassic Coast itinerary here.

If you prefer to get away from the roads and explore the coast and countryside on foot, there are excellent walking and cycling trails in the Heart of Devon. The South West Coast Path National Trail runs along the entire coast of the south west, and there are a great variety of guided walks to join - details usually available from the local Tourist Information Centres.

The Dartmoor Sunday Rover is a great way to visit Dartmoor National Park, and many of Dartmoor's visitor attractions offer reduced price admission when you show you Sunday Rover ticket.

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Download a guide to visiting Dartmoor National Park without a car here.

If you want to discover more about Exeter, join a free Red Coat Guided Walking Tour. Guides are very knowledgeable and you will learn about the history of the city as well as some fascinating stories from the past and present. You can also join a free guided walking tour of the historic port of Topsham with the Topsham Society Guides. For a fun day out with friends or family, why not purchase a Treasure Trail guide to follow exciting trails throughout Devon!

Download our suggested itinerary for a day out in Exeter here.

Find out more about Devon's scenic rail journeys on our Days Out By Train page. If you want to get the best out of your visit, and don't have much time to plan, visit our Days Out pages for ideas of what to do and more themed itineraries.