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3 Day Isle of Wight & the Southern Coast Trip from London
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Queen Victoria loved her holidays. She travelled to Scotland, France, and Italy and stayed at lavish palaces and princely courts. But there’s nowhere she loved more than the Isle of Wight, a diamond-shaped pearl in the English Channel. It’s not far from London and boasts beautiful beaches, epic white sea cliffs, a warm climate, and remnants from the Romans, Normans, and two World Wars. She inspired travelers from all around the world to visit this island; and after more than one hundred years of holidays here, we think the place just gets better and better. On this tour, you visit Queen Victoria’s Italian-inspired holiday home, Osborne House. You venture to the seashores and see gorgeous cliffs, barren bunkers, and stunning white rock structures. Guest will have more free time to visit Winchester. Join this trip, follow in the footsteps of royalty, and let your guide lead you through England’s favorite holiday island.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Quarr Abbey: Monks exiled from France established this monastery
- Yarborough Monument: Look up at the tallest monument on the Isle of Wight
- Osborne House: Queen Victoria’s favorite holiday spot
- The Needles: These glorious white chalk eruptions from the ocean will keep your camera busy
- Winchester: Discover a city that contains artifacts from every era of English history
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
London
Get your sunglasses and sun cream ready, you’re departing London and heading to the sunny, southern Isle of Wight.
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Portsmouth
Sightseeing. First, you head to the ancient port-city of Portsmouth. This bustling spot blends modern marvels with centuries of sea-faring stories. You can grab a bite to eat here before your guide picks you up and takes you to the ferry at Gunwharf Terminal. Even if you’re not a sea-loving, fish-catching, ocean-dweller, you’ll still find this ferry enjoyable. It takes less than an hour and there’s plenty of onboard refreshments.
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London
Sightseeing at Isle of Wight. Your first stop on the Isle of Wight is the important religious site of Quarr Abbey. The building here is beautiful and combines French, Byzantine, and Moorish designs.
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London
In the evening, you arrive at the unforgettably quaint village of Shanklin in time for an early dinner. Perhaps it’s time to try the seafood?
Day 2
London
Sightseeing at Isle of Wight. Today, you’re going to discover the unmissable highlights of the Isle of Wight. You eat breakfast and then venture to the Yarborough Monument. This is the tallest monument on the island and celebrates the life of a wealthy earl from the 19th century.
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London
Sightseeing at Osborne House. You continue to a photo-stop at the beautiful views of endless green fields at Brading Downs and then head to Osborne House. Queen Victoria said, “it is impossible to imagine a prettier spot”. And we agree. Osborne House was Queen Victoria’s holiday home and as you explore the Italian-style building, you discover pristine green gardens, ornate golden rooms, and historically fascinating artefacts.
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London
Sightseeing. And after that magnificent man-made marvel, it’s time to see the Isle of Wight’s most beautiful natural wonder, the Needles. These sharp white stacks that stick out of the ocean are beautiful to behold. You can hop on a boat to get close to them and venture to an old defensive battery that’s nearby. Your last stop today is at the cliffs of St. Catherine’s Down. As the sun starts to set, these epic cliffs and green valleys look stunning.
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London
You travel back to Shanklin in time for dinner.
Day 3
Winchester
Sightseeing. It’s the final day. But cheer up, because we’ve saved some of the best sights for today. In the morning, you say goodbye to Shanklin and head on the ferry back to Portsmouth. Now that you’ve reacquainted yourself with the mainland, we take you to one of England’s most history-soaked cities, Winchester. But visiting Winchester isn’t easy, because there’s almost too much to do. There’s a glorious cathedral, an ancient mill, cute cafes, and more than enough museums.Once you've had time to explore this wonderful city, it’s time to head home
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London
You have a short stop at Runnymede; the home of the Magna Carta and the cornerstone of modern democracy, before arriving in London in the evening.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Transport in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach Air conditioning as standard The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide Admission to Osborne House
Not Included
Entry fees to visitor attractions unless specified Food and drinks unless specified Tips
What to Bring
Pack your waterproof clothing and walking shoes
Restrictions
To maintain the integrity of the tour and ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we cap bookings from any one party at 8 passengers. For groups larger than 8, please submit an inquiry for a private tour.
Meeting & Pickup
Check-in closes at 09:00 (tour departs at 09:15) - Stance 3, Greenline Coach Terminal London, Stance 3, Greenline Coach Terminal, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SH * Please note that from 1st of April 2025, this tour will depart at 9:30am.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Minimum age: 5 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
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