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4 nights half board
Tea/coffee on arrival
Journey on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Visit to Godshill
Visit to Osbourne House
Visit to The Needles
A day at leisure in Ryde
All coach travel & ferry crossings
Entertainment on 2 nights
Day 1 - Monday
Travel to the Isle of Wight
We make our way to Portsmouth for our short ferry crossing to the Isle of Wight. On to Ryde, for our 4-night stay.
Day 2 - Tuesday
Isle of Wight Steam Railway & Godshill
Today we experience a nostalgic trip back to the golden age of steam on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway in beautifully restored carriages, for a view of the Islands unspoilt countryside. We continue on to the charming village of Godshill, with its thatched cottages, boutiques and tea rooms.
Day 3 - Wednesday
Osbourne House & The Needles
Walk in the footsteps of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert with a visit to the former royal residence of Osbourne House. Explore the stately interiors and beautiful grounds leading down to the sea, with its own Swiss cottage imported for the royal children to play house in.
This afternoon, we continue on to the Needles landmark, the most iconic scene on the island, and for the brave the opportunity to get a closer view on the chairlift down to Alum Bay with its multi-coloured sand cliffs and beach below.
Day 4 - Thursday
At leisure in Ryde.
Today is at leisure in the bustling resort of Ryde, with a traditional pier and promenade, boutiques, great cafes and restaurants. The railway and bus stations are both close by in case you want to explore the island for the something a little different. Perhaps even hop on the unique and amazing hovercraft service which can whisk you across the Solent to Southsea in just 10 minutes!
Day 5 - Friday
Home Time
We check out of our hotel after breakfast and make the short journey to Fishbourne to catch our ferry crossing back to Portsmouth.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
The traditional, Victorian Royal Esplanade Hotel is located in a superb seaside location, close to the promenade in the heart of the lively resort of Ryde and just a short walk to the centre of town. All bedrooms are well decorated and offer a mix style with excellent bathrooms. The restaurant and bar offer attractive décor and comfortable seating areas and there is a large entertainment lounge and a small outdoor terrace
Accessibility:
The hotel does not have any ground floor bedrooms, but there is
a lift (suitable for wheelchairs) which travels to all floors.
Not all rooms, however have level access from the lift.
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address |
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Bluebell Hill Commuter St | Bluebell Hill Commuter Stop CAR PARK CLOSED * * NO PARKING** |
Brompton Farm Road | Brompton Farm Rd, Opp Harlech Close junc bus stop Bus stop by Tesco gargae on Brompton Farm Road |
Chatham Pembroke Court | Chatham Pembroke Court Flats Gala Bingo Go Outdoors heading toward Luton Arches |
Chattenden bus stop (Jet) | Chattenden Bus stop nr Jet garage Outbound |
Gillingham Watling Street | Gillingham Barnsole Road Junction Watling Street |
Hoo Co-op | Hoo Co-op Bus Stop Main Road |
Hoo Marina | Hoo Marina Bus Stop |
Rainham Mark, Caldew Av | Rainham Mark, Caldew Avenue Bus Stop |
Rochester Casinos | Rochester Opposite Casinos Bus Stop |
Strood Passmores | Strood Passmores Bus Stop |
Wainscott Co-op | Wainscott Co-op Hollywood Lane |
Wainscott Hollywood Ln | Wainscott, Hollywood Lane, Cooling Road Bus Stop Bus stop before 2 mini roundabouts |
Wigmore Woodside Bus Stop | Wigmore Woodside Bus Stop near shell garage and vets |