Best Of The Diamond Isle And Osborne House | 2027
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TGRA10210
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
5 days
5 DAYS | HALF BOARD | BY COACH
Set against the sandstone cliffs overlooking the English Channel, this Victorian resort has attracted visitors for generations. Today it retains its charm with a sandy beach flanked by colourful beach huts and an esplanade teeming with seaside amusements and tea shops. Out and about, the Isle of Wight, known as ‘England in Miniature’, is a delight to behold with characterful villages and landmarks such as the famous Needles and Queen Victoria’s Osborne House – her favourite retreat and nostalgic step back to a bygone era. And with a peaceful pace of life, the Diamond Isle is such a wonderful escape.
What's Included:
- Coach travel with reserved seating
- Return ferry crossing included
- Tour Manager escorted
- Half board accommodation
- Visit to Osborne House & Ryde
- Excursion to the Isle of Wight Pearl, Alum Bay, The Needles
- Time in Godshill
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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
Everything Included IOW
- Free local joining points
- Return ferry crossings
- All coach travel
- Reserved seats on tour coach
- Tour Manager escorted
- Hotel accommodation and board as stated
- No single room supplement (subject to availability)
- Excursions/itinerary as stated
- Admission fees & entertainment if stated
- ABTA bonded
- Collect Coach Miles™
Excursions
Your itinerary:FULL DAY: Osborne House & Ryde
This morning we make our way to Queen Victoria’s seaside retreat, Osborne House, where she died in 1901. This beautiful Italianate villa and grounds are maintained as it was at the time offering a wonderful snapshot of Royalty during Victoria’s reign. Afterwards we head to Ryde, a delightful 18th century town and holiday resort with spectacular views across the Solent to the mainland.
FULL DAY: Isle of Wight Pearl, Alum Bay, the Needles
Hugging the south coast of the island we begin our day with a visit to the Isle of Wight Pearl, offering a combination of beautifully created jewellery and stunning views of the coastline. We continue to Alum Bay with its famous twenty-one colour sand cliffs and views of the famous Needles.
HALF DAY: Godshill
A half day excursion to Godshill, arguably the prettiest village on the island.
What is included
What's Included:
- Coach travel with reserved seating
- Return ferry crossing included
- Tour Manager escorted
- Half board accommodation
- Visit to Osborne House & Ryde
- Excursion to the Isle of Wight Pearl, Alum Bay, The Needles
- Time in Godshill
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Escorted Travel
Our Drivers and Tour Managers
They are simply the best in the business
Every one of our coach holidays includes the services of a coach driver and is always fully escorted by a knowledgeable Tour Manager, they are on hand every day and night and stay in the same hotel to ensure your holiday is stress-free.
Our Tour Managers are there purely for your extra comfort and enjoyment, from organising activities to breaking the ice and helping you all make the most of your holiday.
We hand-pick these extra special people because of their passion for people and places; they are the heartbeat of our coach holidays, a smiling face, a helping hand and always a listening ear and have the ability to turn a great time into a truly magical and memorable holiday experience.
Highlights
Osborne House, Ryde, Isle of Wight Pearl, Alum Bay, Needles, Godshill Back to topAccommodation
Ocean View Hotel
OCEAN VIEW HOTEL, SHANKLIN
The Ocean View Hotel is situated in a prime cliff top location looking out across Sandown Bay. The hotel has a coffee shop, bar, games room, and restaurant. The hotel also has a lift serving all floors and Wi-Fi in public areas.
FACILITIES
Restaurant
Coffee shop / Bar / Piano Lounge
Free Wifi available
Comfortable Bedrooms
Tea & Coffee Facilities
TV in room
Games Room
Lift