The Isle of Man

Situated in the middle of the Irish Sea, and dating back to 650 BC, the Isle of Man has some stunning scenery with a rugged coastline and towering peaks.  A full day’s tour of the North of the island includes a visit to Laxey for a view of the iconic “Lady Isabella”, the world’s largest working water-wheel and a visit to Ramsey. There is a day at leisure in Douglas, and a full day’s tour of the South includes a train ride to Port Erin, a visit to the Cregneash National Folk Museum, for an insight into traditional Manx farming and the croft way of life.  Also allocated is time in Peel, the best example of a typical Manx town.

Chesterhouse, Douglas ***  15 April 2024

Located on the Promenade overlooking Douglas. Not suitable for people requiring wheelchair access as there are quite a number of steps from the road to front entrance. Hotel has a lift.

Rutland Hotel, Douglas ***  12 June 2024 and 27 September 2024

Situated at the northern end of Douglas Promenade overlooking Douglas Bay, the 3-star hotel offers contemporary accommodation and a bright and airy restaurant. The hotel has a lift, but the steep entrance does make this hotel unsuitable for people with extreme walking difficulties.

The tastefully decorated bedrooms all have TV, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer.

Empress Hotel, Douglas ***  11 October 2024

An elegant 3-star Victorian hotel that enjoys a central position on the promenade overlooking Douglas Bay, and within walking distance of the town centre. The hotel has a very nice restaurant and bar. There is a lift. Steps at the front of the hotel can be avoided by using lower-level access. However, there are several steps in corridors and public areas. All the traditional bedrooms have TV, tea/coffee facilities and hairdryer.

PRICE INCLUDES

Door to door pick up service

Elite coach travel

4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast

Return ferry crossing from Heysham to Douglas

Entry to Laxey Wheel and Mines Trail

One-way train journey to Port Erin

Entry to Cregneash National Folk Museum

Free day in Douglas

Chesterhouse, Douglas ***  15 April 2024

Located on the Promenade overlooking Douglas. Not suitable for people requiring wheelchair access as there are quite a number of steps from the road to front entrance. Hotel has a lift.

Rutland Hotel, Douglas ***  12 June 2024 and 27 September 2024

Situated at the northern end of Douglas Promenade overlooking Douglas Bay, the 3-star hotel offers contemporary accommodation and a bright and airy restaurant. The hotel has a lift, but the steep entrance does make this hotel unsuitable for people with extreme walking difficulties.

The tastefully decorated bedrooms all have TV, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer.

Empress Hotel, Douglas ***  11 October 2024

An elegant 3-star Victorian hotel that enjoys a central position on the promenade overlooking Douglas Bay, and within walking distance of the town centre. The hotel has a very nice restaurant and bar. There is a lift. Steps at the front of the hotel can be avoided by using lower-level access. However, there are several steps in corridors and public areas. All the traditional bedrooms have TV, tea/coffee facilities and hairdryer.