Railtrail Annual Brochure 2024

T imeless I sle of M an A dventurer

An exciting new tour showcasing the very best the Isle of Man has to offer! Stay at a luxurious hotel set beside a stunning lake and overlooking the sea to Cumbria. Enjoy horse drawn trams, steam railways, heritage electric trams, a mountain railway, exciting history, and superb scenery.

DAY 1 We arrive at Douglas on the Isle of Man where we transfer by private coach to the Ramsey Park Hotel in its prime location next to the beautiful lake Mooragh in Ramsey. Once we are checked-in we enjoy our first evening meal together. (D) DAY 2 Today, after a leisurely breakfast, we transfer from Ramsey by private coach to the historic open air folk museum of Cregneash . This living museum has traditional thatched cottages showcasing life and TOUR HIGHLIGHTS ★ Join us for our new tour in 2024! ★ Discover the captivating heritage of this independent isle ★ Rover ticket for all the Isle of Man railways ★ Ride the unique Manx Electric Railway ★ Explore the harbourside town of Ramsey ★ Marvel at the scenery on a journey to Douglas by vintage bus** ★ Enjoy the beautiful promenade and town of Douglas ★ Search for the elusive Manx cat at historical Creagneash village ★ Ride the horse drawn trams along Douglas promenade ★ Explore Peel castle & visit the Mannanan museum! ★ Steam journey on the Isle of Man Steam Railway ★ Discover medieval Castle Rushen ★ Fascinating Old House of Keys ★ Spectacular views from Snaefell Mountain Railway ★ Visit the Knockaloe Line visitor centre, telling the story of the WW1 internment camp on the island Also included in your Tour Fare: ★ Dinner every evening ★ Rail travel, seat reservations & ferry from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class) ★ Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager ★ Hotel Porterage ** We reserve the right to substitute vintage vehicles should they become unserviceable for any reason.

Fares From £1140

Laxey Wheel

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DAY 3 Today we will enjoy an exploration of the island’s history & heritage. After breakfast we board our private coach and transfer to the pretty seaside town of Peel. Here we visit the imposing Peel castle which was originally constructed by Norwegians and stands on St Patrick’s Isle which is connected to the town by a causeway. After exploring this fascinating fortress, we make the short journey to the House of Mannanan museum where the island’s mythological sea god, Manannan, welcomes us to his fascinating Kingdom.The museum will guide us through the island’s rich Celtic,Viking, and maritime past. After some free time for lunch, we will reconvene with our private coach and make the short journey to the Knockaloe visitor centre .We will listen to the story of the camp from one of the wonderful volunteers and have time to explore theVisitor Centre

farming on the island from the 19th and early 20th centuries, we may be lucky enough to see the fabled Manx cat and Loughtan sheep up close. We continue to Castletown via the beautiful nearby calf sound for a photograph stop and, on arrival, we visit the wonderfully historic attractions, Castle Rushen , one of Europe’s most finely preserved medieval fortresses and the fascinating Old House of Keys , the former meeting place of the Isle of Man Parliament, where you may even have the chance to join a debate in the chamber. Afterwards we enjoy some free time in Castletown before transferring to Port Erin where we enjoy a whiff of steam on the magnificent Isle of Man Railway , we enjoy a journey back to Douglas on this beautifully restored railway. On arrival our private coach will transfer us back to the Ramsey Park for our evening meal. (B,D)

Horse drawn tram

Snaefell Mountain Railway

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