Isle of Man Explorer

ISLE OF MAN EXPLORER

 

2 – 6 September 2026

Wednesday - Sunday

5 Days

From £839

 

The Isle of Man has over 200 square miles of beautiful unspoilt countryside and coastline with little coves and superb beaches.  Our base is the island capital Douglas, with its delightful promenade, Victorian pier, and specialist shops.  With excursions to both north and south of the island, featuring three different Manx railways, not forgetting the ride up Snaefell, we feel this will be a very enjoyable and relaxing holiday.

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

 

The Great Laxey Wheel   |   Castletown   |   Douglas   |   Island Tour  

 

DAY ONE - Arrival

We depart from your home and join your coach to travel to Heysham to connect with the afternoon sailing to the Isle of Man and on to your hotel in Douglas.

 

DAY TWO – The Great Laxey Wheel

This morning we make our way to Laxley where we have free time before we visit The Great Laxey Wheel. Designed by the Victorian engineer Robert Casement, the Laxey Wheel was built in 1854 to pump water from Glen Mooar which was part of the Great Laxey Mines industrial complex.

 

Standing at over 72 feet high the wheel, which is also known as Lady Isabella, has been one of the Isle of Man’s most popular tourist attractions for well over 150 years.

You’ll have the opportunity to watch the wheel turning before attempting to climb to the top where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views across the Glen Mooar Valley. Once back on solid ground you can walk through the valley to find the Great Laxey Mines – learn about the lives of the miners, walk into the mine audit and take a trip on the Great Laxey Mines Railway which was once used to carry lead and zinc ores from deep inside the Great Laxey Mine.

 

DAY THREE – Southern Island Tour and Castletown

Today we have a scenic tour of the southern part of the Isle of Man, where you will discover Port Erin, a popular destination since Victorian times thanks to a beautiful, sheltered bay and fine sandy beach, The Sound where you can admire the views across to the Calf of Man and spot seals in the surrounding waters and then onto Castletown. The former capital of the island, the castle dominates the town and there is an impressive selection of shops and restaurants in its narrow winding streets. Free time here before we make our way back to hotel for dinner this evening. 

 

DAY FOUR – Northern Island Tour and Douglas

This morning we explore the north of the island, with its picturesque villages, and country lanes. Heading to Ramsey, before visiting Peel.  We’ll then return to Douglas,

where you have the chance to spend the afternoon at leisure. Take a stroll along the promenade, browse through the shops or just sit and watch the world go by.

 

DAY FIVE - Departure

We depart out hotel and take the ferry Heysham, and we begin our journey home.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

 

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

Return ferry crossings (Heysham/Douglas)

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Tea / coffee after dinner each evening

The Great Laxey Wheel.

 

THE EMPRESS HOTEL, DOUGLAS

 

The Empress commands a prime position on the Victorian promenade overlooking Douglas Bay, the hotel has been extensively upgraded and proudly maintains its position as one of the best hotels on the island.  A large conservatory spans the entire length at the front of the building; it also has a piano bar.  Your first impression of the Empress will be that of refinement mixed with a relaxing friendly atmosphere.

 

Please Note:  There are 18 steps into the hotel.  Wheelchair access via ground floor restaurant.  Not all bedrooms have level access from the lift, there are stairs to be negotiated in and around the hotel. (The hotel is not suitable for those with limited mobility).

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

 

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

Return ferry crossings (Heysham/Douglas)

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Tea / coffee after dinner each evening

The Great Laxey Wheel.

 

THE EMPRESS HOTEL, DOUGLAS

The Empress commands a prime position on the Victorian promenade overlooking Douglas Bay, the hotel has been extensively upgraded and proudly maintains its position as one of the best hotels on the island.  A large conservatory spans the entire length at the front of the building; it also has a piano bar.  Your first impression of the Empress will be that of refinement mixed with a relaxing friendly atmosphere.

Please Note:  There are 18 steps into the hotel.  Wheelchair access via ground floor restaurant.  Not all bedrooms have level access from the lift, there are stairs to be negotiated in and around the hotel. (The hotel is not suitable for those with limited mobility).

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
4 star	Tea/coffee making facilities	lift (but steps to be negotiated in and around the hotel and from the lift to the bedrooms)
Bar	Television
Restaurant	Hairdryer
Lounge	Wi-Fi

 

GROUP BOOKINGS

Looking to take a group, if you book 20 places or more on this tour the tour organiser will go Free of Charge.

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
5	2 – 6 SEP 2026	WEDNESDAY	£839	£76 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE			£36

Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply.  Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office.  If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

The Empress Hotel, Douglas