Polperro is the most popular pairing â an ancient, car-free fishing village nestled in a steep valley, about 8 km (5 miles) along the coast. It is reachable by a scenic coastal walk or a short drive. Further inland, the Victorian country estate of Lanhydrock and the open moorland of Bodmin Moor are both within easy reach for travellers who want contrast between coast and countryside. Having your own private transfer gives you the flexibility to plan this kind of combined itinerary rather than being locked into fixed routes.
Looe sits in south-east Cornwall, roughly 22 km (14 miles) from Plymouth, which makes it a straightforward day trip from the wider south-west. From further afield, the journey by road from London covers around 375 km (233 miles), typically taking 4 to 4.5 hours depending on traffic. A private transfer means you travel directly to Looe without connections or schedule changes â particularly useful given that the town's train and bus links require multiple changes from most UK cities.
A full day is ideal. Spend the morning exploring East and West Looe on either side of the river, walk out to the Banjo Pier, and take in the harbour. After lunch â fresh crab or a proper Cornish pasty are both strong choices â you can join a boat trip to Looe Island nature reserve, walk a stretch of the coastal path toward Talland Bay, or simply take your time on the beach. The town is compact enough to cover on foot, so nothing feels rushed.
Looe Island (also called St George's Island) is a 9-hectare marine nature reserve about 1.6 km (1 mile) offshore. It's home to grey seals, nesting seabirds, and Soay sheep, and guided boat trips from the harbour run seasonally, with roughly two hours on the island included. It's one of the more distinctive things you can do along this stretch of the Cornish coast and fits comfortably within a single day visit.
Looe works well for a wide range of travellers. Families enjoy the beaches, crabbing off the quayside, and the boat trips. Those who appreciate food and local character will find the harbour, fresh seafood, and independent town centre rewarding. Walkers can join the South West Coast Path directly from town. It is also a genuinely relaxed option for anyone who simply wants a scenic, unhurried day by the sea without the crowds of better-known Cornish destinations.
Looe is one of Cornwall's most picturesque fishing towns, split across two riverbanks connected by a medieval bridge. The harbour is genuinely working â you can watch fishing boats unload their catch, sample some of the freshest seafood in England, and stroll beaches that feel a world away from city life. Add in the South West Coast Path running right through town, boat trips out to a protected island nature reserve, and narrow streets full of independent shops and cafes, and you have a day that fills itself naturally.
Daytrip is a private car service platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Daytrip offers private door-to-door transfers with optional sightseeing stops, hourly driver hire, and curated day trips â all with local English-speaking drivers and operating across 130+ countries.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure.
Yes! Book a private, door-to-door airport transfer with a local English-speaking driver. Enjoy fixed and transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and the option to pay in advance without the hassle of exchanging cash at a foreign airport.
You will receive the vehicle that best fits the number of travelers in your group, ranging from a sedan to a van for groups of up to 7. Depending where you travel, you can book anything from a sedan comparable to a Toyota Corolla to a Mercedes V-Class to a Classic Cuban Car. While the exact model may vary, we always ensure that the vehicle provided meets your needs in terms of safety, reliability, and comfort. You may be upgraded to a larger vehicle class free of charge depending on availability. Since our largest vehicle seats 7, for groups larger a combination of vehicles will be used. We will send you the exact vehicle details a few days before your trip.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
