Diamond Isle Explorer
17 - 21 May 27: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to the Isle of Wight with Johnsons Coaches staying at The Channel View Hotel
Monday 17th May 2027 – Friday 21st May 2027
Monday 18th October 2027 – Friday 22nd October 2027
5 Days
From £889
Discover the Isle of Wight on this relaxing five-day island escape, staying at the welcoming Channel View Hotel in Shanklin. Enjoy classic coastal scenery, charming towns and villages, and memorable included excursions. Highlights include elegant Osborne House, once Queen Victoria’s seaside retreat, time in Cowes and Ryde, the pretty village of Godshill, and a nostalgic journey through the countryside on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway. With return ferry crossings, half-board accommodation, Door to Door Service and the reassurance of our courier, this is an easy and enjoyable way to experience the island’s heritage, landscapes and seaside character.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
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Explore Cowes, the island’s famous yachting town
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Visit Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s much-loved seaside home
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Discover the chocolate-box village of Godshill
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Enjoy free time in Shanklin and Ryde
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Take a nostalgic ride on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Channel View Hotel
The Channel View Hotel is in a unique location occupying an elevated cliff-top position overlooking Shanklin bay. Restaurant, Bar, Indoor Pool, Sauna & Solarium. Mobility Grade: 3 – Elevated position but Hotel has good accessibility for all. A few isolated steps throughout but lift to all floors.
HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE
3-Star * En Suite Bedrooms * TV * Hospitality Tray * Lift * Indoor Pool
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES
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Door to Door Service
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Our own courier service
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Club Class Extra Legroom Coach
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Return ferry crossings
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4 nights half board
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Outlined excursions
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Osborne House
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Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Date, Price & Supplement
17 May 27
18 Oct 27
£889
Single Room: NIL
Insurance: £40
Prices are per person and for the entire holiday
Day One: Arrival |
We travel to the ferry port for our sailing to the Isle of Wight, arriving at our hotel in time for dinner. |
Day Two |
This morning we visit Cowes, the island's main port and world-renowned yachting centre. We then travel a short distance to Osborne House, Queen Victoria's seaside palace. Built as a family home, Osborne offers an intimate glimpse into royal life as you explore the Queen's bedroom, nursery rooms, and royal bathrooms. |
Day Three |
We head to Godshill, one of the island's prettiest and most photographed villages. You may wish to visit the Model Village during our stop. We return to Shanklin for a free afternoon. |
Day Four |
Today we enjoy a return journey on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway through scenic countryside. We then visit the seaside resort of Ryde for lunch, returning to the hotel via Bembridge and its famous windmill. |
Day Five |
After breakfast, we return to the mainland and journey home. |
| Date | Duration | From price | Book now | Call back | Favourites |
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| 17 May 2027 | 5 Days | £889.00 | Book now | Request call back | ★ |
| 18 Oct 2027 | 5 Days | £889.00 | Book now | Request call back | ★ |
Pick-up points
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| Name | Address |
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| Henley in Arden Depot |
Park & Ride, Johnsons Depot
Liveridge House Liveridge Hill, Henley in Arden |
Home pick-ups
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