Isle of Wight - Ryde 2026

ISLE OF WIGHT - RYDE

 

13 – 17 July 2026

Monday – Friday

5 Days

From £679

 

The Isle of Wight is often described as ‘The Garden Isle’, the wonderful scenery and attractive resorts make it the perfect place for a relaxing holiday. Enjoying an unseasonable amount of warmth and sunshine, and with fifty per cent of its coastline honoured by the title 'Heritage Coast'.  Queen Victoria fell in love with the Island and after her first visit to Osborne House pronounced: 'It is impossible to find a prettier spot.'

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

 

Shanklin   |   Cowes   |   Osborne House & Grounds |   Isle of Wight Steam Railway   |   Ryde   |   Godshill

 

DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel south for our ferry crossing to the Isle of Wight, after disembarking we continue to our hotel, time to settle in before dinner.

 

DAY TWO – Ryde and Osborne House

This morning we travel the short distance to Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s palace by the sea. We visit state rooms as well as the beautiful gardens and Queen Victoria’s beach, where there is a bathing machine in which the Queen used to get undressed! Tying in with Queen Victoria and the 2017 “Victoria and Abdul”, a trail has been specially created, Victoria’s Island Trail, to celebrate the island’s royal connections, with Osborne House being a key location on the trail. There are acres of grounds and gardens to relax in, horse and carriage rides to take and a delightful restaurant and café. Don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes!  We return back to Ryde with free time to explore at your own pace.

 

DAY THREE – Godshill and Shanklin

Today we head to Godshill, one of the most photographed and prettiest villages on the Island, there are plenty of cafes, pubs, tearooms, and beautiful sights to keep you entertained, maybe visit the model village during our stop as well. We then travel to Shanklin for a free time to explore the resort, before returning to our hotel.

 

DAY FOUR – Isle of Wight Steam Railway and Cowes

This morning we travel to Havenstreet, where we enjoy the Isle of Wight Steam Railway. Experience a nostalgic 10 mile steam train journey and are transported back in time with the sights and smells of a bygone era that will charm, engage and captivate.

 

After our rail journey, we make our way to Cowes, where you  have time to meander around the streets or stroll along the Parade and Esplanade; perhaps enjoy refreshments at one of the many cafes. Whatever you decide to do, Cowes is a delightful place to visit.

 

DAY FIVE – Departure

After breakfast we leave our hotel and make our way to our ferry crossing and home with comfort stops en route.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Welcome tea/coffee on arrival

Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

Return Ferry crossings (Portsmouth – Fishbourne)

Hotel entertainment on two evenings

Admission to Osborne House & Grounds

Isle of Wight Steam Railway.

 

ROYAL ESPLANADE HOTEL, RYDE

The traditional, Victorian Royal Esplanade hotel enjoys a superb seaside location, close to the promenade in the heart of the lively resort of Ryde, and just a short walk to the centre of town. The 70 bedrooms are well decorated and offer a mix of styles with excellent bathrooms. The restaurant and bar offer attractive decor and comfortable seating areas and there is a large entertainment lounge and a rear outdoor terrace.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Welcome tea/coffee on arrival

Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

Return Ferry crossings (Portsmouth – Fishbourne)

Hotel entertainment on two evenings

Admission to Osborne House & Grounds

Isle of Wight Steam Railway.

 

ROYAL ESPLANADE HOTEL, RYDE

The traditional, Victorian Royal Esplanade hotel enjoys a superb seaside location, close to the promenade in the heart of the lively resort of Ryde, and just a short walk to the centre of town. The 70 bedrooms are well decorated and offer a mix of styles with excellent bathrooms. The restaurant and bar offer attractive decor and comfortable seating areas and there is a large entertainment lounge and a rear outdoor terrace.

 

HOTEL SYMBOLS

TV, tea making facilities, hairdryer, lift, Wi-Fi in public areas.

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
5	13 – 17 JUL 2026	MONDAY	£679	NONE
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. 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).

Royal Esplanade Hotel, Ryde Isle of Wight Steam Railway Osborne House