Isle of Man & The Laxey Wheel

Isle of Man & The Laxey Wheel

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Isle of Man & The Laxey Wheel

5 Days Starting and ending in Douglas, Isle of Man

Visiting: United Kingdom

Tour operator:

Just Go Holidays

Tour code:

10062

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

Tour Overview

Discover the enchanting Isle of Man with our captivating tour, featuring a blend of history, stunning landscapes, and unique experiences. Enjoy return coach travel and ferry crossings, and unwind with four nights at a selected hotel in Douglas, complete with dinner and breakfast. Explore the iconic Laxey Wheel, the world's largest working waterwheel, and embark on heritage train journeys on the Manx Electric Railway and Snaefell Mountain Railway, offering breathtaking views. Delight in excursions to the charming towns of Ramsey and Peel, each with its own distinct character and scenic beauty. For an additional adventure, opt for a full-day excursion to Port Erin and Castletown, where you can capture the essence of the island's southernmost tip and explore the historic Castle Rushen. This tour promises a memorable journey through the Isle of Man's rich heritage and natural wonders.

Highlights

  • Excursions to Laxey Wheel, Ramsey, and Peel

  • Heritage train journeys on the Manx Electric Railway and the Snaefell Mountain Railway

  • Visit the Laxey Wheel, the largest working waterwheel in the world

  • Travel to the summit of Snaefell for panoramic views

  • Explore the peaceful port town of Ramsey

  • Discover the charming fishing port of Peel with its historic castle

  • Optional excursion to Port Erin and Castletown, including a visit to Castle Rushen

Itinerary

Isle of Man & The Laxey Wheel
Included Excursion
Manx Electric Railway, Laxey Wheel & Snaefell Mountain Railway (full day)


We take a trip on the historic Manx Electric Railway, which still uses its original Victorian and Edwardian rolling stock. From Douglas, our train journeys along the scenic east coast with views of the beautiful Manx countryside on one side and far-reaching vistas beyond the stunning cliffs on the other. We disembark in Laxey to visit the Laxey Wheel, the largest working waterwheel in the world and known colloquially as the Lady Isabella. Admire this feat of Victorian engineering as we watch the mighty wheel turn and can even climb to the top for panoramic scenes from across the Glen Mooar Valley.


From here, we join the Snaefell Mountain Railway, the only electric mountain railway in the British Isles. Dating from 1895, electric-powered trains take passengers over 2,000ft up to the summit of Snaefell, the Isle of Man’s highest point. Here we enjoy superb scenery, and if it’s a clear day, can even catch a glimpse of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales!


Included Excursion
Ramsey & Peel (half day)


Our half-day excursion first takes us to the peaceful port town of Ramsey, the island’s second-largest town, sheltered against the magnificent backdrop of the North Barrule hills. Home to masses of sand and shingle beach, the town also boasts one of the biggest harbours on the island.


We then travel to Peel, a charming fishing port with a history spanning hundreds of years. Located on the west coast, Peel is renowned for its narrow lanes crammed with fishermen’s cottages, the striking red sandstone that was used to build its castle and its views that stretch out all the way to Ireland’s Mountains of Mourne.


Optional Excursion
Port Erin & Castletown - £15pp (full day)


On our optional excursion, we start the day with a visit to delightful Port Erin, a peaceful town with pretty gardens and a sandy beach that was first favoured by Victorian holidaymakers. Next we travel to the island’s southernmost tip to enjoy a brief photo stop at The Sound. Here we have the opportunity to catch a snap of the local wildlife, from sunbathing seals on the rocks to basking sharks and dolphins in the blue waters below. For our final destination of the day, we journey to Castletown, the original capital of the Isle of Man. Explore the highlights of this historic town which offers many must-see features, from the busy, yacht-filled harbour, the beach and the imposing Castle Rushen which has been called ‘one of the best-preserved medieval castles in the world’.



What's Included

  • Return Coach Travel & Ferry Crossings

    The tour includes return coach travel and ferry crossings.

  • Excursions to Laxey Wheel, Ramsey & Peel

    The tour includes excursions to the Laxey Wheel, Ramsey, and Peel.

  • Heritage Train Journeys

    The tour includes heritage train journeys on the Manx Electric Railway and the Snaefell Mountain Railway.

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What's Not Included

Optional Excursion to Port Erin & Castletown

The optional excursion to Port Erin and Castletown is not included and costs £15 per person.

Accommodation

Stay at the Hydro Hotel, an elegant period hotel on the seafront in Douglas, offering comfortable en-suite rooms, a bar, and restaurant. Alternatively, enjoy the Best Western Palace Hotel with its Victorian Promenade location, featuring a restaurant, bars, a heated indoor pool, sauna, and gymnasium.

Mode of Transport

Enjoy return coach travel and ferry crossings, with heritage train journeys on the Manx Electric Railway and the Snaefell Mountain Railway included in the itinerary.

Check out our Q&As

  • What is unique about the Manx Electric Railway?

    The Manx Electric Railway still uses its original Victorian and Edwardian rolling stock, offering a historic journey along the scenic east coast of the Isle of Man.

  • What can visitors expect to see at the Laxey Wheel?

    Visitors can admire the Laxey Wheel, the largest working waterwheel in the world, known as the Lady Isabella. They can watch the wheel turn and climb to the top for panoramic views across the Glen Mooar Valley.

  • What is special about the Snaefell Mountain Railway?

    The Snaefell Mountain Railway is the only electric mountain railway in the British Isles, taking passengers over 2,000 feet up to the summit of Snaefell, the Isle of Man's highest point, offering superb scenery and views of England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales on clear days.

  • What are the highlights of the excursion to Ramsey and Peel?

    In Ramsey, visitors can enjoy the peaceful port town with its sandy and shingle beach and one of the biggest harbours on the island. In Peel, they can explore the charming fishing port with narrow lanes, fishermen's cottages, and views stretching to Ireland's Mountains of Mourne.

  • What can be seen during the optional excursion to Port Erin and Castletown?

    In Port Erin, visitors can enjoy pretty gardens and a sandy beach. At The Sound, they may spot local wildlife like seals, basking sharks, and dolphins. In Castletown, they can explore the historic town with its yacht-filled harbour, beach, and the well-preserved medieval Castle Rushen.

Reviews of this operator

Tracie Chana (Google Reviewer)  

My trip to Scarborough and...

02-Dec-2023

My trip to Scarborough and Witney.was fantastic .food at the grand hotel was buffet style.so you could help yourself.i went Monday to Friday from 20 November 2023

rochelle pitt (Google Reviewer)  

Just had a Cornwall short...

25-Feb-2025

Just had a Cornwall short break. Steve our driver was kind and courteous. The pentire hotel was a wonderful stay. I would definitely do it again.

Christine Frodsham (Google Reviewer)  

Just come back from Liverpool,...

09-Mar-2024

Just come back from Liverpool, our driver, Gareth, was lovely, he looked after us, was an excellent driver and nothing was a bother. The coach was very clean and comfortable. My first time with the company and would recommend. Have requested brochures for next trip.

Patricia Stockton (Google Reviewer)  

Just returned from a 5day...

31-May-2024

Just returned from a 5day break to Weson super Mare, Bath & surrounding area, with my partner. The driver Martin was very professional, and a credit to your company. The hotel was a bit dated but could be overlooked by the quality of the home made food, it was fantastic & enough for the best of appetites. The staff & entertainment were also amazing. An excellent fun filled break.

Helen Stephens (Google Reviewer)  

Just came back from Benidorm,...

31-Mar-2025

Just came back from Benidorm, didn't know what to expect but we were very impressed with how well organised everything was. We had a long journey from Cornwall and the two feeder drivers were really nice and on time. Had a wonderful tour driver, Corey who was brilliant and really looked after everyone. The hotel was really good, spotless and the staff were nice. Only niggle was there wasn't much entertainment in hotel and food could have been a bit hotter.

Catherine Dibble (Google Reviewer)  

Harrogate trip was fantastic. Beautiful...

15-Oct-2024

Harrogate trip was fantastic. Beautiful hotel food excellent.Carl our driver great... On to Knarsbough visit a lovely Old Mansion House loads of History.. finished with a Cream Tea... Great Value .

David Metcalf (Google Reviewer)  

Returned on Friday evening from...

27-Oct-2024

Returned on Friday evening from Scotland's Beautiful Banffshire. Good holiday, great value for money, but marred by some issues. 5-25am pick up from Chester, then huge detour to Preston because the feeder coach driver didn't know the route! 3 hours late leaving Preston, didn't arrive at hotel in Peterhead until 19-35. Straight in for our evening meal. Hotel very good, helpful and friendly, but too cramped at long tables for meals. Food always hot and tasty, rooms clean, comfy and warm. Bit of a hike to reach our lodge. Enjoyable excursions with our driver Martin, but unaware that onboard toilet only to be used when stationary. What's the point of having the toilet? Made some journeys very uncomfortable. Would think twice about booking again.

Zena Lampert (Google Reviewer)  

I am very disappointed with...

14-Feb-2024

I am very disappointed with my coach trip I paid £70 supplement for being single and I paid for a sea view when I arrived the room was small the bed was dirty the Seaview was a small square window and the view was a roof I asked to be changed was given a twin room with a seaview which was ok. The room was very dated the toilet flush didn’t flush there was enough Pugh milk to make one cup of tea and the sugar sachets had been there so long the sugar had gone hard. The dinner food was stone cold the salad lettuce was limp to say the least the food was atrocious so I decided to dine out. The breakfast I found eggs and toast which was edible. I have no idea why I paid an extra £70 the experience was awful. I will never go on another coach tour with just go holidays as they clearly do not checkout the hotels they allocate. Shame on you just go holidays I was appalled

Linda McDonnell (Google Reviewer)  

Booked for Bath Christmas market...

06-Dec-2024

Booked for Bath Christmas market for Sat 7th Dec, the trip is unbelievably going ahead although close to a red weather warning, I phoned to confirm if trip going ahead, the staff lied to me and told me the venue had confirmed the market was on but when I checked on their website it has been cancelled because of safety concerns.......Of course it has been cancelled!! I called back to be told that although the market wasn't running the shops should be open.......Why would anyone want to sit on a coach all day to go to another shopping centre....unbelievable. They are so tight, just cancel the trip and pay people back.....The trip is just for Bath Christmas Market and it isn't on, you cannot justify running the trip, it is stupid and dangerous and you deserve to lose many customers, I hope you do. Do not give them a penny or your money they don't deserve it. IMPORTANT: We take the safety of the public, stall holders and our staff seriously with this in mind and the Met Office forecast of winds exceeding 70mph from Storm Darragh we have taken the decision not to open Bath Christmas Market tomorrow, Saturday 7 December. This is to avoid any potential damage to people and property from the temporary market infrastructure. We are sorry for any inconvenience this causes but safety as to be our first priority – we look forward to seeing everyone back when we reopen. Please check here and on our social media for updates.

Pauline Nestor (Google Reviewer)  

We have recently come back...

02-Feb-2024

We have recently come back from a short stay at warners nornton grange isle of white which was booked through just go holidays. After quite a long conversation with a very rude customer service chap called Simon at just go holidays who more or less told me that I shouldn’t complain about anything as we booked in January and what do you expect to get and if you don’t make sure that what you should have in your room is there and don’t tell the reception don’t complain about it. I’m very upset and feel that Simon thought that I was not worth talking to. On the whole don’t bother to pay extra for an upgraded room because others that didn’t pay will get the same room with the same two bottles of water two packs of crisps two packs of biscuits and two soft drinks without paying an extra £70 and if you don’t get what you think you should get please do not bother to ring customer service they are not interested in helping you

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    Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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