Group Travel Tour Operator and DMC for Isle of Man
Manx Heritage Trams and Trains
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Douglas Steam Railway Station
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Manx Electric Tram ©Visit Isle of Man
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Peel ©Visit Isle of Man
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Isle of Man - Snaefell Mountain Railway no 1 Tram
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Isle of Man Motor Museum
This tour gives you the opportunity to experience the Isle of Man’s three heritage railways. The Manx Electric Railway which runs from Douglas to Ramsey; the Snaefell Mountain Railway which climbs to the mountains summit; and the Isle of Man Steam Railway which dates back to 1874. We take a step into the Island’s past with trips to the House of Keys and a return journey on the Douglas Bay Horse Tram.
Dates
4th October, 21st October - 2024; 11th April, 13th May - 2025
Suggested itinerary by coach
Day 1
Travel to Douglas
Take the ferry from Heysham to Douglas and travel to your hotel.
Day 2
Isle of Man Steam Railway, Castletown and Port Erin
Travel by coach to Castletown and visit the House of Keys, an interactive retelling of the islands government. Continue south passing Cregneash to the Sound with magnificent views of the Calf of Man. At Port Erin we take a look around the Railway Museum before boarding the Steam Train back to Douglas.
Day 3
Manx Electric Railway, Snaefell and Peel
After breakfast, we take the Manx Electric Railway to the pretty town of Laxey, famous for the Great Laxey Wheel, and join the Snaefell Mountain Railway for a return journey to the summit. Free time in Peel, so many options here, you may choose to visit the House of Manannan, Peel Castle, or treat yourself to an ice-cream in the harbour. We return home via Tynwald Hill.
Alternatively in the afternoon your group may choose to visit the Isle of Man Motor Museum and explore the amazing stories behind a collection of over 500 unique exhibits from around the world, including classic cars & motor vehicles and rarely seen private motorcycles. Situated on the former RAF Jurby in the sunny north of the Isle of Man, and opened in 2015, it has become a petrolhead’s paradise with something for everyone to enjoy (supplement on request).
Day 4
Douglas Bay Horse Tram and free time in Douglas
This morning we take a journey on the charming Horse Tram along the Victorian promenade. The rest of the day is taken at your leisure. We highly recommend a walk up to the Manx Museum. This free to visit attraction is packed full of artefacts and treasures unique to the Isle of Man’s 10000 year history.
Day 5
Return home
Suggested Hotels – Inspected by Greatdays staff in October 2019
The Chesterhouse, Douglas ***
The Chesterhouse Hotel is centrally located on Douglas promenade. This warm and welcoming hotel has 67 bedrooms. There is a lift but due to the layout of the hotel they are unable to accommodate guests in wheelchairs. Please speak to Greatdays staff for alternative hotels. There is a large restaurant serving a plentiful buffet for breakfast and dinner. Coach parking is offsite and may be chargeable. The restaurant also has a small bar area. 2 nights entertainment included in a 4 night stay.
The Rutland Hotel, Douglas ***
Situated on the Douglas promenade near the shops, The Rutland is a group friendly hotel with 64 bedrooms. There is a lift to all floors, some corridors have several steps in the them due to the layout of the building. There is a smart restaurant, and separate lounge/ bar. Coach parking is offsite and may be chargeable.
The Chesterhouse Hotel – 2024
| Dates | 5 days / 4 nights |
| 4th October 2024 | From £412.00 per person |
The Rutland Hotel – 2024
| Dates | 5 days / 4 nights |
| 21st October 2024 | From £412.00 per person |
The Rutland Hotel – 2025
| Dates | 5 days / 4 nights |
| 11th April 2025 | From £475.00 per person |
Single room supplement available upon request.
