Irresistible Isle Of Man
- Duration: 6 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TANG4493
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
6 days
6 Day Tour - Tour Number AB3021
The Isle of Man is Britain's “Treasured Island” just 60 miles from the mainland, with its own parliament, language, unique history and miles of unspoilt secluded countryside.
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
Itinerary
Douglas Marina by Jim LinwoodDay 1 Morning departure for the journey north for an overnight stop.Day 2 Continue the journey to Heysham for the 14.15 hours sailing to Douglas arriving at 17.45 hours and to the hotel for a four night stay.
Day 3 Today you will meet your tour guide who will be with you for 2 1⁄2 days. You will travel to Castletown for a taste of island history and a visit to Castle Rushen and the Old School House. Afterwards you will visit the Sound and obtain lunch before continuing onto Cregneash Folk Village, a living illustration of a farming and crofting community in the 19th and early 20th century. Then onto Port Erin for a short break before a steam train ride to Douglas.
Day 4 Today you will visit Laxey, the home of ‘Lady Isabella’ the largest working watermill in the world. Then you will enjoy a railway journey to Snaefell Summit. Enjoy the views before the return journey back to Laxey. Continuing to Maughold and to Ramsey before returning by way of the Mountain Road TT course.
Day 5 A visit to Peel, an attractive seaside resort complete with castle, sandy beach, harbour and kipper factory with a visit to the House of Mannanan to see the maritime history of the island. The afternoon will be spent in Douglas for you to explore.
Day 6 After an early breakfast, you will board the ferry at 08.45 hours to Heysham. After disembarkation you will commence the homeward journey
NB: On the September date, the guide will be with you on different days due to opening times of the attraction
Included in cost
Included in Cost- Coach travel l porterage
- return ferry crossings
- 5 nights dinner, bed & breakfast
- an Isle of Man explorer ticket
- steam train ride
- 2 nights entertainment
- 2 1⁄2 days with a local guide
- return journey on the Snaefell Mountain Railway
Images
Peel BayImages
Laxey Wheel by Bobbie ClarkImages
Castle Rushen © Visit Isle of Man.com Back to topAccommodation
Your Holiday Hotel
Empress Hotel - 3rd May
Overlooking the open seaside at Douglas. All bedrooms are en- suite with TV, WiFi, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Lift and some steps to some rooms, bar, restaurant, mini gym, sauna and steam room.
NB: There are 18 steps to the entrance, but there is access via ground floor restaurant. Lift for small wheelchairs. Not suitable for persons with limited mobility.
The Chesterhouse Hotel - 18th September
The hotel is located on the sea front at Douglas and close to the town centre. All bedrooms are en- suite with showers, TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Small lift, bar, lounge and restaurant.
NB: Due to the original architectural features of this hotel it is not suitable for any guests requiring ‘wheelchair’ street level access’ as there are 6 external steps to access the hotel.
Overnight hotel
All bedrooms are en-suite with TV and tea/coffee making facilities.
Single room supplement £85
Holiday insurance £22.00 (70 years and over £34.50
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