Day 1: Following your home taxi collection we make our way to the south coast to board the ferry to the Isle of Wight. Upon arrival, we make the short journey to the Trouville Hotel in Sandown, for our four night stay on a dinner, bed & breakfast basis. We are greeted by our hosts with tea, coffee & mince pies on arrival, and this evening’s dinner is followed by an evening of music & dancing in the ballroom.
Day 2: Christmas Eve - After breakfast, we make our way to Shanklin old village, which contains some of the oldest dwellings on the Island before continuing to Godshill. With its delightful medieval church, charming thatched-roofed cottages and a winding main-street lined with traditional tearooms, Godshill is as picturesque as it is popular. We return to the hotel in time for a cup of tea or coffee with Christmas cake, served in the bar, before taking our seats for this evening’s delicious dinner. Our meal will be followed by an evening of music & dancing in the ballroom.
Day 3: Christmas Day - Merry Christmas!!!! Today is at leisure to relax and open your Christmas presents. Late in the morning, we join our hosts for a glass of sparkling wine with Christmas carols & a visit from someone special! A traditional Christmas lunch is served in the restaurant, after which we can settle down to watch the Kings speech. Tea & coffee will then be served in the Lounge, followed by a quiz. This evening’s meal will be a buffet dinner, followed by an evening of music & dancing in the ballroom.
Day 4: Boxing Day. - After breakfast, we depart for the popular resort of Ryde, the island’s largest town. With its long, spacious stretches of sandy beach, half-mile long pier, and elegant esplanade, Ryde is a quirky mix of a traditional seaside fun, Victorian architecture and unexpected hidden gems!
We return to the hotel in time to enjoy an afternoon tea served in the restaurant. You will enjoy a glass of bucks fizz, along with a delicious selection of sandwiches, cakes & scones all served beautifully on 3-tiered stands. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. This evening’s dinner is followed by an evening of music & dancing in the ballroom.
Day 5: After breakfast we catch the ferry back to the South Coast, continuing to Norfolk with suitable stops en-route. Upon arrival, our door to door service will be waiting to take you home.
Festive Programme Subject To Change
Holiday Information:
4 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
Price: £917pp
Single Supplement: £nil (Limited Availability)
Insurance: TBC (Insurance not currently available)
Tour Reference: AWE4819
Deposit Required: £50pp
Balance Due: 10 weeks prior to departure