Isle Of Wight Weekend - Turkey & Tinsel At The Holliers Hotel

Itinerary

What's Included?

Includes

• Return coach travel & ferry crossings
• 3 nights at the Holliers Hotel, Shanklin (JG2 rating) with dinner & breakfast (includes traditional ‘Christmas’ dinner)
• Mince pies & coffee/tea on one afternoon
• Entertainment some evenings
• Excursions to Ventnor, Alum Bay, Yarmouth, Newport, Ryde & Cowes

Itinerary

Day 1

After joining the coach, we make our way to our hotel and check in.

Day 2 – Cowes & Ryde

We make our way to Cowes, a lively and refined seaport town. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the glorious sandy beach or visit one of the seafront restaurants for deliciously fresh seafood cuisine.

There’s also time to explore Ryde, with its stunning gardens, eclectic mix of shops and England’s oldest pier. Take a moment to watch the many boats moored in the town’s bustling harbour or stroll across Appley Beach’s fine golden sand.

Day 3 – Island Highlights

Our fabulous Island Highlights tour takes us to many of the island’s famous sights. We visit Ventnor, a lovely resort built on a series of terraces and Alum Bay to admire the multi-coloured cliffs and famous chalky outcrop, The Needles. We also visit the historic port town of Yarmouth, which contains some of the island's oldest architecture, including a 16^th-century castle. We continue to Newport, regarded as the capital of the Isle of Wight, with a historic quayside and a selection of independent shops.

Day 4

After breakfast, we check out of our hotel and head home.

Isle of Wight

With a wonderful mild climate, shimmering waters and sixty miles of award-winning sandy beaches, the Isle of Wight has been a favourite coach holiday destination for generations.

Discover the incredible range of things to do for all ages and interests, from seaside towns and enchanting villages to fun-packed theme parks and magnificent heritage sites including Queen Victoria’s favourite retreat, Osborne House, with spectacular grounds and sumptuous royal apartments. Or how about climbing aboard the Isle of Wight Steam Railway for great views around the island?

Isle of Wight Carousel

Accommodation

Hotel

Holliers Hotel, Shanklin

JG2 rating

The friendly, family-run Holliers Hotel is an 18^th-century coaching inn situated in the heart of the picturesque Old Village of Shanklin. Hotel facilities include a bar and restaurant.

Please note: The Holliers Hotel has no lift or ground floor rooms and is therefore unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Hotel Rating

JG2 rating

Hotels with a JG2 rating are a mixture of larger hotels and privately owned properties. Décor and furnishings may be simple but are clean and well maintained. All bedrooms have en-suite facilities, TV and may have tea/coffee making facilities. Food may be buffet style in some of the larger hotels. Services may be limited but efficient.