The Isle of Man is shrouded by mystery, a sea-bound kingdom with its own captivating story to tell. It has a rich history that echoes through the ages, and we explore it from top to bottom on its heritage trains and trams. This popular tour is a wonderful way to discover the island’s countryside, coast and attractions whilst travelling on its fabulous heritage railways. We stay in the island’s most popular resort, Douglas.
Our May 2026 date also includes a day ticket nfor the Douglas Horse Tramway!
First Day We make our way north to Heysham and the three-and-a-half-hour ferry crossing to the Isle of Man.
Days at Resort
A | To Castletown, which was the island’s former capital with its narrow streets, quaint houses, and a mediaeval castle. We then view the Calf of Man (look out for the seals!) before spending time in Port Erin with its crystal-clear waters and beautiful setting and we spend some time there. We complete the day with a hour-long, single journey you will never forget on the Isle of Man Victorian Steam Railway, described as 'perfectly frozen in time', from Port Erin to Douglas.
B | Lovely scenery as we make a circular tour including a stop in Ramsey, a bustling town with a busy shopping street, harbour and beach. We return to Douglas for free time in the Afternoon (on the May 2026 date you have time to enjoy a ride on the Horse Tramway).
C | We catch the unique Manx Electric Railway from Douglas to Laxey. The line still operates with most of its original Victorian and Edwardian rolling stock. In Laxey we transfer to the Snaefell Mountain Railway for a ride to the summit. The ride takes about 30 minutes and offers amazing views of Laxey Glens and the surrounding countryside. We return by the same historic railways, completing a memorable day of heritage rail travel.
Last Day We return to the mainland and the journey home.
Price Includes:
- Pickup & drop off service (see here for details.
- Return coach travel
- Ferry crossings
- Tours as indicated (including train rides)
- May 2026 date: also includes a day ticket nfor the Douglas Horse Tramway!
- Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal
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| Departure Date |
Tour Reference |
Days |
Price (from) |
Pickup Points |
Rooms |
Availability |
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| Thu 18 Jun, 2026 |
IOM26 4 |
5 |
£689.00 |
- (06:15) Swindon Central - Princes St (Bus Stop G)
- (06:45) Swindon Greenbridge Matalan
- (07:30) Cirencester - Co-Op Petrol Garage A417/429 Junction
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- Single RoomAvailability: 0
- Twin RoomAvailability: 1
- Double RoomAvailability: 0
- Double for Sole OccupancyAvailability: 0
- Twin Sea ViewAvailability: 0
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FULL
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| Fri 11 Sep, 2026 |
IOM26 3 |
5 |
£689.00 |
- ...A Home Pickup
- Aldbourne The Square
- Arle Court Transport Hub Park & Ride M5 Junction 11
- Blunsdon House Hotel Do not enter hotel
- reverse into The Ridge
- Chieveley - Service Station Coach Park
- Chiseldon Esso Garage
- Cirencester - Co-Op Petrol Garage A417/429 Junction
- Cricklade Town Hall
- Highworth - Brewery Street Car Park
- Hungerford - The Bear A4
- Leigh Delamere - Service Station Coach Park
- Marlborough - High Street Polly Tea Rooms Bus Stop
- Newbury - The Wharf Coach Bays
- Reading Services M4
- Royal Wootton Bassett The Crown
- Shrivenham Barrington Arms
- Swindon Central - Princes St (Bus Stop G)
- Swindon Greenbridge Matalan
- Wroughton - Ellendune Centre Car Park
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- Single RoomAvailability: 0
- Twin RoomAvailability: 0
- Double RoomAvailability: 0
- Double Sea ViewAvailability: 0
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| Sun 9 May, 2027 |
IOM 2 |
5 |
£729.00 |
- ...A Home Pickup
- ..Brighton - Grosvenor/ Pier 9 Casino Grand Junction Rd
- ..Brighton - London Rd Near Miller & Carter
- ..Cosham Health Centre Bus Stop (Old Post Office)
- ..Eastleigh - Bus Station "Coach" Bus Stop (Next to Romsey Road Car Park)
- SO50 9FH
- ..Fareham - Quay St Bus Stop X
- West St (British Heart Foundation Shop)
- ..Goring Goring Rd (Toby Carvery Pub)
- ..Havant Market Parade Bus Stop (next to Havant Park)
- ..Hove Town Hall
- Church Rd
- ..Lancing Beach Green
- ..Littlehampton The Street
- Rustington (near Tesco Express)
- ..Locks Heath Locks Heath Centre Bus Stop
- Centre Way
- Park Gate
- ..Portchester Precinct Bus Stop
- Roundabout by Red Lion Pub
- ..Shoreham on Sea High Street Shops
- ..Waterlooville Precinct Bus Stop
- St Georges Walk
- ..Worthing The Dome Ciinema
- Marine Parade
- Aldbourne The Square
- Arle Court Transport Hub Park & Ride M5 Junction 11
- Blunsdon House Hotel Do not enter hotel
- reverse into The Ridge
- Chieveley - Service Station Coach Park
- Chiseldon Esso Garage
- Cirencester - Co-Op Petrol Garage A417/429 Junction
- Cricklade Town Hall
- Highworth - Brewery Street Car Park
- Hungerford - The Bear A4
- Leigh Delamere - Service Station Coach Park
- Marlborough - High Street Polly Tea Rooms Bus Stop
- Newbury - The Wharf Coach Bays
- Reading Services M4
- Royal Wootton Bassett The Crown
- Shrivenham Barrington Arms
- Swindon Central - Princes St (Bus Stop G)
- Swindon Greenbridge Matalan
- Wroughton - Ellendune Centre Car Park
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- Single RoomAvailability: 0
- Twin RoomAvailability: 7
- Double RoomAvailability: 8
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