Shanklin & Xmas At Osborne House 5 Days - Shanklin
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TALFS5SOHW
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
Shanklin boasts a long, safe sandy beach which lies at the foot of the spectacular cliffs on which most of the town is situated. The two are connected by a cliff lift. The traditional seaside part of town blends into the picturesque thatched cottages of Shanklin Old Town at the head of the impressive Shanklin Chine. The delightful nature trail through the Chine is not to be missed and includes a surprising relic of the Second World War - a section of PLUTO, the Pipeline Under The Ocean, which was used to pump fuel under the sea to France for the Normandy landings. Although a quieter and more intimate resort than Sandown it nevertheless has its own theatre, lively pubs and entertainments.
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Outward Travel - Festive Specials
Travel to your chosen Leisureplex Hotel and enjoy a festive-packed break!/nYour Festive Special Break includes: Bucks Fizz on arrival, traditional Christmas day lunch and a visit from Santa and evening entertainment with games and prizes./nOn the final night of your stay there will be an optional fancy dress party./n
Day 2 - Ryde & Sandown
Explore two of the island’s most popular seaside resorts today as we make our way to Ryde – once much-loved by Queen Victoria here you will find long stretches of sandy beaches and a thriving independent shopping scene. We also visit Sandown – a traditional seaside town in a sheltered bay with a magnificent pier and a whole host of attractions./n
Day 3 - Alias Christmas Day
Day 4 - Excursion to Festive Osborne House
Admire the beautiful decorations and stunning Christmas trees at opulent Osborne House and learn more about Queen Victoria's Christmas celebrations. Many of today's most treasured festive traditions originated in Victorian times and typically, the house would be adorned with 12 splendid Christmas trees around which the Royal family would celebrate./n
Day 5 - Return Travel
The Shanklin Hotel
Situated in Shanklin Town, the Shanklin Hotel is one of the best known
hotels on the island, with superb views across the resort from its restaurant
and many bedrooms. Shanklin Old Village, with its picture perfect array
of thatched roof buildings is a few minutes’ walk away and the beach is
accessible via the nearby cliff lift. Facilities include a splendid bar and indoor
swimming pool. In the hotel’s spectacular Starlight restaurant, you will find
a dancefloor and entertainment to enjoy on most evenings. Our en-suite
bedrooms come with comfy beds for a great nights sleep, tea and coffee
making facilities, flat screen TV with Freeview and radio and hairdryer. Free
Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and there is a lift that serves most floors.
The hotel has a large car park.