Looe
Coach holidays to Looe offer a stress-free way to discover one of Cornwall's prettiest fishing towns, with its twin harbours, sandy beaches and fresh seafood all just a comfortable coach ride away.
Nestled on Cornwall's rugged southeast coast, Looe is the kind of place that lingers in your mind long after you've headed home. This historic fishing town is split into two halves—East and West Looe—divided by a wide river estuary and linked by a handsome Victorian bridge. The working harbour is still full of life, humming with the energy of the day's catch. You'll find sandy beaches curving beneath rows of colourful cottages, and winding side streets packed with quirky independent shops, cosy pubs, and restaurants serving seafood fresh from the boats. Whether you fancy a stroll along Banjo Pier, a boat trip to the wildlife on Looe Island, or simply watching the trawlers drift in and out, it’s quintessential Cornwall in one charming package.
Getting here is a breeze. Choosing a coach holiday to Looe takes all the stress out of the trip; there are no long drives down narrow lanes or hunts for parking spaces—just a comfortable journey with every detail sorted for you. You can simply sit back and soak in the scenery while someone else handles the navigating. Once you arrive, you'll have plenty of time to explore the harbour, tuck into some fresh crab or mackerel, wander along the South West Coast Path, or pop over to nearby Polperro for the day. Many of our tours pair Looe with other Cornish highlights, letting you see more of the county in one relaxing break. Take a look at the dates and departure points on our site to find the perfect getaway for you.
Coach tours visiting Looe
Newquay and Cornish Treasures
by Shearings
From tales of pirates and smugglers to beautiful coastal towns, enjoy a combination of rich history and stunning scenery on this Cornish escape.
Where you’ll stay
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Kilbirnie Hotel ★★★
Escape to the Cornish coast with a stay at the Kilbirnie Hotel in Newquay, a warm and welcoming home-from-home just moments from the sea. Perfectly placed on Narrowcliff, this friendly hotel puts seven stunning beaches right on your doorstep, so you can swim, surf or simply soak up the sunshine. All 66 bedrooms have been beautifully refurbished with modern décor, upgraded bathrooms and thoughtful touches, and you can choose anything from a cosy Standard Room to a spacious Family Room or a breathtaking Sea View Room overlooking the ocean. Dive into the indoor and outdoor pools, unwind on the terrace, or enjoy a relaxing drink in the spacious bar.
When hunger calls, the Sunset View Restaurant serves wonderful homemade food made from locally sourced ingredients. Whether you're travelling solo, with friends or as part of a group, the Kilbirnie Hotel makes the ideal base for exploring everything Newquay has to offer. Book your coach tour today and discover why guests return year after year to this much-loved Cornish gem.
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🧳 Arrival
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to Newquay and our hotel for four nights.
Meals: Dinner
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📸 Excursion
St Ives and Penzance
Today, we enjoy included excursions to two of Cornwall's most popular towns. St Ives is considered the dazzling jewel in Cornwall’s crown with its picturesque fishing harbour, maze of narrow cobbled streets, independent shops and fisherman’s cottages. We then journey to Penzance, known for its majestic cliffs, rocky coves and sandy beaches.
Why not try the local food, such as a traditional Cornish Pasty, or browse the shops along Chapel Street?
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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📸 Excursion
Day at leisure or Looe and Polperro
Enjoy a day at leisure in vibrant Newquay.
Alternatively, join our optional excursion to visit two more of Cornwall's treasures – Looe and Polperro. Looe is a picturesque fishing harbour situated on the South East coast, and with one of the largest fishing fleets in Cornwall, it is an ideal place to enjoy fresh seafood.
From here, we’ll head to Polperro, a picture-postcard Cornish fishing town with whitewashed cottages and a pretty harbour dotted with cafés and gift shops.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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📸 Excursion
Bodmin Moor and Jail, Jamaica Inn and Port Isaac
Today, we explore Cornwall's myths and legends with an interesting visit to Bodmin Moor, where the beast is supposed to roam!
A stop at the imposing Bodmin Jail is next, where we’ll learn about life in the Georgian and Victorian penal system.
From here, we’ll continue to the Jamaica Inn, which is Cornwall's most famous smugglers haunt and the inspiration for Daphne du Maurier's best-selling novel.
Our final visit of the day is to pretty Port Isaac. Once a hang-out for the notorious Cornish pirate, it is now a fishing village with olde-world charm, and some may also recognise it from the well-known TV series Doc Martin, which is filmed here.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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🏡 Departure
Return home.
Meals: Breakfast
Image Attribution
- Looe — (Photo by Nik on Unsplash )
- St Ives — (Photo by BEN ELLIOTT on Unsplash )
- Bodmin — (Photo by Greg Willson on Unsplash )