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2024 Tour code: MXB24
About the tour
The Isle of Man is an incredible blend of breathtaking coastal landscapes, sandy beaches, and stunning scenery. The island's rich Celtic heritage is everywhere, and we experience it as we ride vintage railways, explore historic towns, and enjoy the Isle's relaxed pace of life.
Every day is an adventure full of picturesque landscapes and captivating history as we journey on a horse-drawn tram down Douglas promenade, explore Peel's medieval castle, and soak up the natural beauty of the Calf of Man. This captivating island promises a getaway full of culture, beauty and rejuvenation.
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Itinerary
Our holiday begins today as we meet in Heysham, Lancashire and get ready to board the early afternoon ferry that will take us to the gorgeous Isle of Man. As we sail this picturesque journey, on a clear day, we can see stunning views across the Irish Sea while keeping an eye out for wildlife like seabirds and maybe even dolphins.
We catch our first glimpse of the Isle of Man's beautiful landscape as we approach Douglas. Once on land, we stroll along the waterfront, taking in all the stunning sights on our way to the Claremont Hotel, where we'll be staying for the next five nights. After checking in, we enjoy dinner and settle in.
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4.7 / 5 · 552 reviews
Margaret Rose
Submitted 1/Jul
A wonderful friendly island, amazing scenery, a vintage train at every turn and the Isle of Man T.T course. Great hotel.
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Janice Davies
Submitted 1/Jul
Good journey Lovely hotel Helpful tour manager Well planned excursions
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Mr James Blyth
Submitted 1/Jul
Absolute tonic ... Great trips on varied trains/trams beautiful scenery, and a relaxed pace of Isle of Man life1
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Richard Varley
Submitted 1/Jul
Enjoyable and well run holiday.
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Mrs Elaine Forrest
Submitted 29/Jun
This was a pleasant trip In the whole . Nice hotel, interesting trips and lovely island . Our coach driver was excellent and very flexible and helpful . However our tour manager had never been to the island so there was a lack of informative detail which actually cost us additional expense.
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Peter Wintle
Submitted 29/Jun
On the whole our Isle of Man experience was very good, one downside was the group farewell dinner on the last night it was very slow service with like warm food being served. For such a short break and don’t think farewell dinners are necessary. On all other evenings the food was very good. Tour group leader was also very good and helpful.
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