Timeless Isle of Man Adventurer 2027

Duration

8 Days

Departure Dates

19th July 2027, 20th September 2027

Prices from

£1,545 Per person

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Discover the heritage and railways of the fantastic Isle of Man at its very best! Enjoy a fantastic steam journey, unique electric trams, mountain railways, horse-drawn trams, and spectacular views at the summit of Snaefell. Visit the medieval Castle Rushen, the historic Cregneash Village, and the mythological Manannan Museum plus free time to explore the harbourside town of Ramsey.

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8 DAYS FROM £1,545

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DEPARTS

Monday 19 July 2027

Monday 20 September 2027

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Discover the captivating heritage of this independent isle
Journey on the unique Manx Electric Railway
Marvel at spectacular views from the Snaefell Mountain Railway
Visit the iconic Great Wheel of Laxey
Explore Peel Castle and the mythological Manannan Museum
Learn the story of WW1 Knockaloe Camp
Ride behind steam on the magnificent Isle of Man Railway
Visit Castle Rushen, a beautifully preserved medieval fortress
Explore the fascinating Old House of Keys
Step back in time at the historic Cregneash
Enjoy free time to explore the harbourside town of Ramsey
Rover ticket for all the Isle of Man Railways

Also included in your Tour Fare:

7 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal
Services of experienced Tour Manager

DAY 1

Journey from your home station via rail and ferry to Douglas on the Isle of Man and, on arrival, we will make our way to the Ramsey Park Hotel, our hotel for the next seven nights. We enjoy free time to explore our new surroundings before meeting for our first evening meal together.

DAY 2

After breakfast today, we take the Manx Electric Railway from Ramsey to Laxey where we board the electric Snaefell Mountain Railway for our journey to the top of the island's highest peak, Snaefell at 2,036ft, where breathtaking views await. After a break at the summit, we make the short journey to visit Lady Isabella - the Great Wheel of Laxey, an iconic feature of the island, and we explore the wheel and mines before returning to Ramsey for our evening meal.

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DAY 3

Today, we will enjoy an exploration of the island's history and heritage beginning with a private coach transfer to the Knockaloe Centre where we will learn the story of the world's largest WW1 Internment Camp before exploring the history of the village with its fascinating collections of letters and artefacts. Afterwards, we make our way to Tynwald Hill and St John's Church, the ancient and traditional meeting place of the Manx Parliament, before continuing to the seaside town of Peel where we visit the imposing Peel Castle, originally constructed by the Vikings. After exploring this fascinating fortress, we make the short journey to the House of Manannan Museum where the island's mythological sea god, Manannan, welcomes us to his Kingdom and we embark on an immersive journey through the rich Celtic, Viking, and maritime history. After our day of heritage, we return to Ramsey by coach in time for our evening meal together.

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DAY 4

After our full day of history yesterday, we spend the day at leisure to relax and enjoy the facilities of the hotel or to explore Ramsey. You may wish to stroll the beautifully restored pier, visit the Fynoderee Distillery, or use your included Heritage Pass and Explorer Ticket to venture further afield. This evening, we reconvene at the hotel for our evening meal together.

B, D

DAY 5

Today, after a leisurely breakfast, our private coach takes us to Douglas for a ride behind steam on the magnificent Isle of Man Railway, the longest narrow-gauge steam line in Britain to still use original carriages, journeying to Port Erin. Here, we rejoin our coach and continue to Castletown to visit Castle Rushen, one of Europe's most finely preserved medieval fortresses plus the fascinating Old House of Keys, the former meeting place of the Isle of Man Parliament, where you may even have the chance to join a debate in the chamber. Afterwards, we make our way to the oldest open-air folk museum in Britian, Cregneash, a remarkable living museum with traditional thatched cottages showcasing life and farming on the island before returning to our hotel in time for our evening meal.

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DAY 6

After a leisurely breakfast, today is free to enjoy any parts of the island you still wish to visit or why not re-visit your favourite part of the tour again using your Heritage Pass and Explorer Ticket. You may wish to travel to Douglas where we recommend a visit to the Milntown Estate, a beautiful house and gardens that is easily accessible by local transport or why not partake in one of the quaint café's afternoon teas. We reconvene at the hotel for our evening meal together.

B, D

DAY 7

After breakfast this morning, our private coach will take us on a scenic drive from Ramsey to Douglas and, on arrival, we visit the tram stables before enjoying a horse-drawn tram ride along the beautiful Victorian promenade. Afterwards, we visit the Manx Museum, bursting with artefacts unique to the Isle of Man from Viking treasures to the world-famous TT races, and we enjoy some free time before returning to the hotel for our final evening meal together.

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DAY 8

After breakfast, we bid farewell to the Isle of Man and board our ferry to Heysham for our homeward journeys.

*Important Note: Whilst the arrangements for all described steam train travel are in place, we do reserve the right to make substitutions should it be deemed necessary for whatever reason.

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

HOTEL

Ramsey Park Hotel, Ramsey, Isle of Man

Set in one of the most scenic parts of the Isle of Man beside Mooragh Lake with views over the sea, the luxurious Ramsey Park Hotel offers panoramic views and a Lake View Restaurant serving delicious, seasonal dishes. The contemporary bedrooms provide an en-suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee making facilities.

FARES

Fare Region	First*	Standard
London: Euston	£1,925	£1,755
Greater London	£1,925	£1,769
South of England	£1,989	£1,805
East Anglia	£2,009	£1,805
South West	£1,945	£1,769
Heart of England	£1,819	£1,715
Midlands	£1,799	£1,699
Yorkshire	£1,819	£1,725
North East	N/A	£1,695
North West	£1,739	£1,665
South Wales	£1,899	£1,749
North Wales	£1,865	£1,719
Scotland	£1,879	£1,739
Join & Leave at Hotel	£1,545
Join & Leave at Port of Heysham	£1,615
Single Traveller Supplement	£350
Deposit	£155

*Please Note: Some local and regional train services are Standard Class seating only and First Class ticket holders will travel in standard class accommodation for these sections of their journey.

7 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal

Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class)

Rail & coach travel, with transfers as described

All excursions & admissions as detailed

Services of experienced Tour Manager

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Ramsey Park Hotel, Isle of Man

Manx Electric Railway

Snaefell Mountain Railway

Great Laxey Mine Railway

Isle of Man Steam Railway

Manx Museum

Manx Electric Railway ©Shutterstock

Manx Electric Railway

Snaefell Railway ©Shutterstock

Laxey Wheel ©Shutterstock

Peel Castle ©Shutterstock

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