Isle Of Man

Day 1

We make an early start today up to Heysham for our ferry crossing across to the Isle of Man for our 4-night stay.

Day 2

First stop today is Castletown, once the centre of 19th Century political life on the Isle of Man. From here you will see the wonderfully preserved Castle Rushen before heading onto unmissable, spectacular views of the Calf Sound. Next stop, Cregneash with admission to the National Folk Museum. Set in beautiful countryside, explore the thatched Manx cottages. Journey back in time at leisure in Port Erin, nestling in its scenic bay, before
hopping aboard the island’s heritage steam railway for the journey back to Douglas.

Day 3

This morning we spend in Peel, said to be the best example of a typical Manx town. Here we include admission to the House of Manannan, where the island’s mythological sea god, Manannan, welcome you to his fascinating Kingdom and guides you through the island’s rich Celtic Viking and maritime past. Take a stroll along Peel’s beach or relax in one of the cafes before heading back to Douglas for free time.

Day 4

We begin the day joining the Manx Electric Railway. Built between 1893 and 1899, it connects the island’s capital, Douglas, with Laxey in the east. At Laxey, we join the Snaefell Mountain Railway for a spectacular climb to the islands highest point at 2036 feet before visiting the ‘Lady Isabella’, the world’s largest working watermill. Continue on to Ramsey by coach, the main town in the north of the island, where we include admission to the fine-looking Milntown Gardens.

Day 5

After an early breakfast we make our way back to catch our ferry back to Heysham and start the long drive home arriving in our local area late evening.