Situated just off the south English coastline, is your destination for this new 9 day holiday to the Isle of Wight. Featuring visits to Carisbrooke Castle, Osborne House, and many other places on this amazing isle, we hope you join us for this exciting new break. Staying in the Ocean View Hotel, Shanklin you will have one of the best positions in the town to enjoy the sea views, and our days out will be filled with so many amazing parts of the island that you will come home feeling that you really have sensed the unique culture and rich folklore of the Isle of Wight. Our holiday also has an overnight stop in on the first and last night of your journey.
HOLIDAY INCLUDES
- 8 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
- Luxury Coach Travel
- Ferry Crossings
- Excursions
- Entertainment
- Sea View Rooms From £5pn
- No Single Room Supplements (limited rooms)
SUN: Join the coach for the start of your adventure to the beautiful Isle of Wight. Overnight stay in a hotel this evening with dinner provided.
MON: This morning we continue our journey. We spend some time in Southampton where you can enjoy some time exploring the Cultural Quarter or wander the waterfront full of maritime history. Travelling to the port mid-afternoon for our sailing to the Isle of Wight and check into the 3* Ocean View Hotel, our comfortable accommodation for the following 6 nights. With sea views, indoor pool, ballroom and entertainment most evenings this will be a wonderful base for your holiday on the island.
TUES: We have a tour of the island’s west coast today with visits to Alum Bay, where the iconic Needles Landmark which stretches out into sea commemorating the location of Marconi’s first wireless transmission. Time to explore here before we visit Yarmouth, with its historic 16th century castle and Grade II listed pier. The port town has local gift shops and cafes to enjoy. In the afternoon we have a tour of Carisbrooke Castle, famous for its donkeys and as a royal prison to Charles I and now the location of the stunning new Edwardian-style Princess Beatrice Garden. Return to the hotel in Shanklin in time for evening meal.
WED: After breakfast, enjoy a full day excursion today to Osborne House, Queen Victoria & Prince Albert’s luxurious seaside palace which rests overlooking breathtaking landscaped gardens. Immerse yourself in the opulent interiors, admire the private Royal apartments, and explore the immaculate gardens and grounds.
THUR: Enjoy breakfast in the hotel and then a day in Shanklin at your leisure. The town has a beautiful sandy beach, Shanklin Chine, parks and gardens and many shops to explore.
FRI: We enjoy a day exploring the east of the island today and journey to Ryde, a traditional town with promenade, pleasure pier and award winning beach. Enjoy time here before travelling on to the beautiful little village of Godshill which boasts some of the islands oldest architecture. The Museum of Island and Roman Villa are all within walking distance of its centre. In the afternoon we tour along to Cowes, a vibrant town with independent shops, pavement cafes, and home to the oldest sailing regatta in the world.
SAT: This morning we travel to Ventnor along the coast. Enjoy time here to explore the seaside town with award winning park and Botanic Gardens, many shops , bars and restaurants.
SUN: We depart the island this morning on the ferry and travel north to begin our journey back home. On the way we have a stop for lunch and refreshments before arriving in our overnight accommodation.
MON: After a hearty breakfast, we depart the hotel and Enjoy the return journey back home from the unforgettable Isle of Wight.
OCEAN VIEW HOTEL - SHANKLIN
Overlooking the English Channel, this relaxed hotel is a minute’s walk from Shanklin Beach, 5 minutes by foot from waterfalls at Shanklin Chine and 10 minutes’ walk from Shanklin train station.
Simple rooms feature flat-screen TVs, desks and en suite bathrooms, as well as tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms add sitting areas, and balconies or terraces with channel views. Other amenities include an indoor pool, a bar and a restaurant, plus a garden, and game room with a pool table.