Christmas on the Isle of Wight

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Treat yourself to a memorable festive getaway this year, with plenty of food, entertainment and excursions to soak up all the seasonal charm the island has to offer. The Isle of Wight has been a popular seaside destination since Queen Victoria chose to spend her family holidays here in the 19th century, and with its elegant resort towns and miles of unspoilt coastline, it's the perfect place to enjoy the big day.

Christmas on the Isle of Wight
Itinerary
23rd December - Arrival
After joining the coach, we make our way to our hotel and check in.
Christmas Eve - Island Highlights Tour
Our fantastic Island Highlights tour takes in this unique island's many famous sights. After Ventnor, a pretty resort built on a series of terraces, we make for Alum Bay. Here we can admire the multi-coloured cliffs and famous chalky outcrop The Needles. We continue to Newport, regarded as the capital of the Isle of Wight, with a historic quayside and selection of speciality shops.
Christmas Day - Christmas Celebrations
Christmas Day is a wonderful day of leisure at our hotel where we indulge in a Christmas lunch with all the trimmings, followed by a light buffet served in the evening.
Boxing Day - Ryde & Pantomime
For today's half-day excursion, we spend some time at leisure in Ryde with its long stretch of golden sand, pretty esplanade, marina and beautiful gardens. Take a stroll along the famous 19th-century pier, the oldest in England, or admire the many boats moored in the town's busy harbour. We return to Shanklin in the afternoon for our fun-filled pantomime performance, followed by dinner at the hotel.
27th December - Return Home
After breakfast, we check out of our hotel and head for home.

Christmas on the Isle of Wight

- Return coach travel & ferry crossings
- 4 nights at the Shanklin Beach Hotel, Shanklin (JG2+ rating) with dinner & full English breakfast. Christmas Day includes breakfast, a traditional Christmas lunch & a light evening buffet
- Entertainment every evening
- Pantomime ticket at the Shanklin Theatre
- Island Highlights tour (Ventnor, Alum Bay & Newport)
- Excursion to Ryde


Christmas on the Isle of Wight

- Pantomime ticket at the Shanklin Theatre
- Island Highlights tour (Ventnor, Alum Bay & Newport)
- Excursion to Ryde


JG2+
JG2+ rated hotels offer a slightly higher standard of hospitality, often with good home cooking plus enhanced décor, facilities and services, which is recognised and welcomed by our customers. Food may be buffet style in some of the larger hotels. They may also enjoy an enviable location and/or higher levels of satisfaction on online hotel rating sites and our own customer feedback surveys.Shanklin Beach Hotel, Shanklin
JG2+ rating
The Shanklin Beach Hotel is located on Shanklin's seafront, offering stunning sea views. The contemporary en-suite rooms feature satellite TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. The hotel also offers a bar and restaurant with views of the esplanade.