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Louise is enthusiastic about sharing her love for the Isle of Man through both tailored wildlife tours and captivating tours exploring the island's remarkable history and heritage. As a certified Blue Badge Guide, Louise offers a personalised experience driving you to iconic landmarks and lesser known gems that are inaccessible by public transport.
Our Island Discovery Tour is a complete whistle stop experience of the Isle of Man. Travelling along some of the world famous TT course, we'll visit famous landmarks from the north to the south of the island, with plenty of stops for refreshments and opportunities to purchase souvenirs.
Every tour can be tailored to suit your pace, preferences, and individual needs including visiting places that are wheelchair accessible if required, so don’t hesitate to get in touch and discuss your specific needs with us.
The tour timings allow for travel between points of interest and refreshments stops.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Contact made via email / media / telephone message. I can meet you at an arranged and convenient pick up point with accurate instructions as to where I will be to meet you. Drop off point does not need to be the same as your pick up point and can be arranged as needed for your convenience.
If you are coming off a cruise ship or the Isle of Man Steam Packet Ship then I can meet you at the Cruise Welcome desk which is found as you come into the main Steam Packet building from the getting off the ship and clearly marked. For all other travelers I can meet you at the front entrance door.
Itinerary
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1
Starting at the Laxey Wheel, we discover how Laxey evolved from an insignificant sleepy fishing village to the centre of a lucrative mining community with Lady Isabela, the largest surviving water wheel in the world, standing as a bold statement turning to keep the mines free of water.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
We venture onto Maughold, situated in a stunning area of natural beauty, we can explore a unique blend of Celtic and Viking heritage as we view some remarkable examples of carved stone crosses and explore the remnants of the first monastery on the island dating back to the 6th century.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Stopping in Ramsey, we'll see a bustling working harbour and a Victorian swing bridge; we’ll also encounter miles of sandy beaches and bays now a protected marine nature reserve.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Heading towards the west of the island, we’ll venture to Peel with its stunning backdrop of the ancient castle, fishing harbour and sandy bay. We can wander through the quaint streets with their tiny fishing cottages or around the castle, keeping a look out for the Atlantic grey seals or our resident bottlenose dolphins, Moonlight and Starlight.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5
Making our way towards the centre of the island, we'll see Tynwald Hill. Tynwald is believed to have been established by Norse Viking settlers over a thousand years ago making it the oldest continuous parliament in the world. The hill is now one of the island’s most Iconic landmarks symbolising Isle of Man’s independence as a self-governing crown dependency. There is a wealth of history to explore in this area including the Royal Chapel, a Giant’s grave and the Ballaharra Neolithic stones.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Venturing to the Southern tip of the island, we'll discover The Sound which overlooks one of the most dangerous sections of water stretching to the Calf of Man, now a nature reserve with abundant wildlife. Also an opportunity for refreshments.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Overlooking the Calf of Man, Cregneash was one of the last strongholds of the Manx language; amongst the traditional thatched Manx cottages, that contain a living folk museum, there is a chance to see two of our favourite Manx animals, a cat with no tail and Loaghtan Sheep.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Lastly we'll visit Castletown, the island’s ancient capital which is wrapped around what is said to be the best-preserved medieval castle in Europe. The tour timings allow for travel between points of interest and refreshments stops.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour timings allow for travel between points of interest and refreshments stops.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour timings allow for travel between points of interest and refreshments stops.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant seats available upon request
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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