Isle of Wight

Described as "the diamond of the south" the Isle of Wight has cast a spell over visitors for centuries.

Our excursion to the island situated off the south coast of England takes in much of the unspoilt countryside, enchanting villages and wonderful coastal views that the Isle of Wight has to offer.  If you want to see what old England was like then travel with Anderson Tours for a day out to remember.

During our visit to the Isle of Wight we will visit some beautiful villages including Godshill & the seaside village of Shanklin which boasts two beaches!

To learn more about the Isle of Wight  see below

Tour Includes:
Return luxury coach travel
Return ferry crossings
Free time to explore some of the lovely villages of the Isle of Wight
Services of an Anderson Tours Tour Manager

06.45hrs - 08.30hrs London pick-ups

* Please note that during the months of November to March we depart on the 10:30am ferry.

The description & location of your pick up point is found on the top of your E-Ticket.

We recommend you arrive at your departure/pick up point at least 10 minutes prior to your tour ensure you do not miss your tour!  You must ensure you go to your booked pick up point as you may not be able to board at another location.

- Depart London and make our way to Southampton for the 10:30am ferry.

- On arrival in East Cowes on the Isle of Wight we drive to our first stop, Godshill, where you will have some free time. 

- From here we make the short drive (15-20 mins) to Shanklin. 

- Here you will have time to eat lunch and explore this lovely village (Lunch is not provided)

- After lunch we will continue to explore the Isle.

- 18.00hrs Our return ferry departs East Cowes.

- 21.00hrs Approximate arrival time back in London.

Please note the itinerary is intended as a guide and some details may be subject to change.

About the Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight is a British island and county in the English Channel between three and five miles from the south coast of Great Britain. It is situated south of the county of Hampshire and is separated from mainland England by the Solent. Popular since Victorian times as a holiday resort, the Isle of Wight is known for its natural beauty and for its world-famous sailing based in Cowes.

Being one of the most southerly points in the UK, the Isle of Wight has a warmer climate than other areas which results in high numbers of holiday-makers, particularly along the south of the island. It also has a longer growing season than other areas in the UK

East Cowes has been more characterised by industry than West Cowes in which yachting predominates, which some would argue has produced a cultural rift, leading to East Cowes being referred to derisively as Narnia by the West, due to the alleged eccentricity of its inhabitants.

Shanklin has two beaches; 'Small Hope Beach' and 'Hope Beach.' Small Hope Beach eventually meets Sandown Beach Hope Beach stretches in the opposite direction. Above Hope Beach is the esplanade which boasts some traditional seaside attractions, a cliff lift to carry you from the seafront to the top of the cliff, several cafes and restaurants and pubs, and a large, clean beach. There used to be a pier, but sadly, this was destroyed in the Great Storm of 1987. The esplanade along the beach is occupied by hotels and restaurants for the most part, and is one of the most tourist-oriented parts of the town. The other is the Old Village, at the top of Shanklin Chine.

Since 1952 Godshill has been the home of a model village of itself and Shanklin's old village. It is so detailed that it contains a scale model of the model village! Within that second model there is a third, even smaller model of the village.

If you enjoyed our Day trip to the Isle of Wight and would like to spend longer, why not travel with us again on our Isle of Wight Overnight tour.