Join your comfortable coach at your convenient local pick up point this morning, and head to the south coast for your short ferry crossing to the lovely Isle of Wight. On arrival at your sea front hotel in the popular resort of Sandown there will be time to settle in and perhaps take a stroll for a breath of sea air along the pretty prom or visit the pier with its traditional entertainment. Make sure you have time for a drink in the bar to meet new friends before enjoying your first evening meal.

Enjoy a traditional English breakfast each day to set you up properly for your day ahead.  Your centrally located hotel makes the typical Victorian seaside resort of Sandown easy to explore. Try the crazy golf on the pier for a fun activity (you don't need children!) For something different visit the Dinosaur Museum, then have a wander along Sandown Bay on your own fossil hunt - you could find a very special old souvenir with the island having one of the highest concentrations of dinosaur fossils anywhere in the world! Perhaps have a paddle in the sea or sit on the prom and watch the world go by, maybe with some fish and chips or an ice cream! Or simply unwind in one of the tea rooms or enjoy a glass of Cider in one of the traditional pubs.

You'll have plenty of time to explore Sandown and maybe go even further? Having said that, if you don't want the hassle of organising everything yourself then make sure you join us on our fabulous INCLUDED excursions.

Relax at the end of each day with your included evening meals plus entertainment provided by your hotel on some evenings. Or you may prefer a wander out along the lovely prom to watch the twinkling lights on the sea and the traditional entertainment of the nearby pier.

After a final hearty breakfast it is time to say farewell to the Isle of Wight today. Board your comfortable coach for the short crossing across the Solent, and a relaxing onward journey home full of lovely memories with your newly made friends.

Farringford is a Grade 1 listed building that was the main residence of renowned Victorian Poet Laureate Alfred, Lord Tennyson from 1853 until his death until in 1892. Here he wrote some of his most famous works, including Maud and The Charge of the Light Brigade, as well as entertaining eminent artists and intellectuals of the day. The estate remained a family home until eventually becoming a hotel in 1945.

More than half a century later this dramatic Gothic house has been meticulously restored and redecorated in a late 19th-century style that reflects the Tennysons’ tastes, interests and lifestyle, featuring personal artefacts and original furniture.

It is now open to the public as a heritage attraction. The extensive grounds have also been restored to their authentic Tennyson-era condition, including an enchanting walled garden with a planting scheme based on contemporary descriptions and artistic depictions by the poet’s friends.

Quarr Abbey, located on the Isle of Wight, is a peaceful Benedictine monastery surrounded by tranquil gardens and woodlands. Known for its unique red-brick architecture, the abbey is a place of prayer and reflection, attracting visitors seeking serenity. The site offers a glimpse into monastic life, with opportunities to explore the grounds, visit the tearoom, or browse the farm shop. Quarr Abbey’s combination of spiritual heritage and natural beauty makes it a special retreat for visitors.