Isle of Wight

Meet in Portsmouth and board the catamaran for the short journey to Ryde on the Isle of Wight. Join the rail service down the scenic east coast to Sandown and transfer to the Trouville Hotel for a four-night stay.

• Dinner

Your first visit today is to St Mildred's Church in Whippingham, which has close links to the royal family. Continue to fascinating Osborne House, Queen Victoria's family holiday home. You are at leisure to explore the exquisite state rooms and private royal apartments, gaining a glimpse into Victorian life for the most privileged members of society. Discover its vast manicured gardens or make your way down to the private beach, recently opened to the public.

• Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a panoramic tour around the island today, taking in some of the Isle of Wight's best and most beloved attractions. Begin at the stunning cliffs of Needles Park, where you can admire the lighthouse and ocean vistas. Then, continue to Yarmouth to admire the views from its charming harbour. Later visit historic Carisbrooke Castle and its award-winning Edwardian garden before ending the day at the picturesque village of Godshill.

• Breakfast, Dinner

Discover the Isle of Wight's heritage railway this morning. Take the island's public train from Sandown to Smallbrook Junction, where you board the Isle of Wight Steam Railway for a return journey to Wootton. This beautiful line dates back to 1862, and today promises an immersive and nostalgic experience, as you wind through the unspoilt countryside of the Isle of Wight, traversing through the heart of the island past scenic woodland, lush meadows, and picturesque towns. Along the way, stop at Havenstreet for a visit to the Carriage and Wagon Workshop.

• Breakfast, Dinner

Take the train to Ryde and board the catamaran back to Portsmouth. Here you are free to depart at your leisure.

• Breakfast