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ISLE OF MAN
ISLE OF MAN
NAPLES OF THE NORTH
5
DAYS
DAY 1
We travel to Heysham to board the
2:15pm Isle of Man Ferry to Douglas. We
check into The Empress Hotel overlooking
Douglas Bay, just a 2 minute walk from
the beach and a short distance to the
cafes, bars and shops.
DAY 2 ISLE OF MAN STEAM RAILWAY
Our day begins with a journey aboard the
Isle of Man Steam Railway, a perfectly
maintained, original Victorian train system
and the longest narrow gauge steam line
in Britain. We board the train in Douglas
and travel through the countryside to the
resort of Port Erin before continuing our
journey by coach to The Sound. Here we
find protected picturesque fishing
cottages and a Viking Castle. Entry is free
for National Trust and English Heritage
Members.
Your holiday includes
RETURN COACH TRAVEL
4 NIGHTS
8 MEALS
4 Breakfasts and 4 Dinners
INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS
• Isle of Man Steam
• Afternoon visit to Peel
• Manx Electric Railway
• Laxey – Laxey Wheel
• Isle of Man TT Motor Museum
DAY 3 PEEL
This morning, enjoy free time in the
centre of Douglas. Visit the Manx
Museum (Free of Charge) to learn about
the island’s fascinating 10,000 year old
history. In addition, explore the island’s
capital aboard a traditional horse-drawn
tram ride along the promenade. In the
afternoon, we head to the West Coast
resort of Peel, with its flat sandy beach,
Marina and Castle (reputedly haunted by
Moddey Dhoo, the phantom hound!). We
return to Douglas through the town of St
Johns home to Tynwald Hill, the
ceremonial landmark of the Manx
Parliament that has remained
independent for over 1200 years.
DAY 4 LAXEY WHEEL/TT MUSEUM
This morning we board the Manx Electric
Railway in Douglas and travel to Laxey
home to probably the most famous
landmark on the island, the great Laxey
Wheel. Our journey continues from Laxey
up to Snaefell Mountain to enjoy
spectacular views. We enjoy time for
lunch at the Worlds’ largest working
waterwheel followed by a visit to the Isle
of Man TT Motor Museum. Our journey
back to Douglas follows a section of the
famous TT Motorcycle Racecourse.
DAY 5
After breakfast, we head to the Port and
our 08:45am ferry back to Heysham.
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YOUR HOTEL
THE EMPRESS HOTEL
★★★☆☆
This elegant hotel overlooks
Douglas Bay and is within walking
distance of the town centre. A large
conservatory features panoramic
sea views and a Piano Bar located
on the 1 st Floor. Leisure facilities
include a Gym, Sauna and Steam
Room. Rooms offer TV, Tea/Coffee
Facilities, Hairdryer and Iron/Ironing
Board.
DEPARTURE DATES/PRICES
01 APRIL 2021 £499.50
27 JULY 2021 £569.50
11 SEPTEMBER 2021 £549.50
Single Room Supplement £60.00
© The Empress Hotel
TO BOOK CALL 01827 849700 OR VISIT MIDDLETONSTOURS.CO.UK
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