3-Day Isle of Wight and the Southern Coast Small-Group Tour from London
Overview
Available languages
72 hours
Mobile ticket
*Osborne House entrance included in tour price.
Queen Victoria loved her holidays. She travelled to Scotland, France, and Italy and stayed at lavish palaces and princely courts in lush locations, but there’s nowhere she loved more than the Isle of Wight, a diamond-shaped pearl in the English Channel.
It’s not far from London and boasts beautiful beaches, epic white sea-cliffs, a warm climate and remnants from the Romans, Normans, and two World Wars.
On this tour, you visit Queen Victoria’s Italian-inspired holiday home, Osborne House*. You venture to the sea-shores and see gorgeous cliffs, barren bunkers and stunning white rock structures. And on the mainland, you even get a chance to celebrate your journey with a drink at the home of Bombay Sapphire Gin.
Join this trip, follow in the footsteps of royalty and let your guide lead you through England’s favourite holiday island.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years
Please note: you will be required to choose between either a 3-star bed and breakfast or 3-star hotel at time of booking
Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
Portsmouth - You have free time in Portsmouth between 11am-1pm. If you'd like to visit the Mary Rose or HMS Victory, reserve your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
Quarr Abbey - We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
Osborne House - Included in tour price.
B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.
In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 21 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
Entry Fee: Osborne House included in tour price.
Small-group tour (maximum 16 people). Transport by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
2 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast in either a B&B or 3-star Hotel.
The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide.
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Admission fees: Unless specified
What To Expect
London - Portsmouth - Quarr Abbey
Accommodations
You stay two nights at the unforgettably quaint village of Shanklin.
Rabbie's
Check-in 15 minutes prior to departure and meet with your driver guide for this 3-day tour.
First, you head to the ancient port-city of Portsmouth. This bustling spot blends modern marvels with centuries of sea-faring stories. Head to the top of the 170 metre high Spinnaker Tower for the best views of the City, the Isle of Wight and the South Coast. Follow the historic harbour trails or visit the remains of King Henry the VIII’s tragic warship Mary Rose before joining your guide for your ferry at Gunwharf Terminal.
Quarr Abbey
Your first stop on the Isle of Wight is the important religious site of Quarr Abbey. The building here is beautiful and combines French, Byzantine, and Moorish designs.
Flexible day touring around the Isle of Wight
Accommodations
You stay two nights at the unforgettably quaint village of Shanklin.
Look up at the tallest monument on the Isle of Wight. This is the tallest monument on the island and celebrates the life of a wealthy earl from the 19th century.
Osborne House
Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday spot looks more like an Italian Renaissance palazzo than an English palace. Osborne House was Queen Victoria’s holiday home and as you explore the Italian-style building, you discover pristine green gardens, ornate golden rooms, and historically fascinating artefacts.
The Needles
These glorious white chalk eruptions from the ocean will keep your camera busy. These sharp white stacks that stick out of the ocean are beautiful to behold. You can hop on a boat to get close to them and venture to an old defensive battery that’s nearby.
Your last stop today is at the cliffs of St. Catherine’s Down. As the sun starts to set, these epic cliffs and green valleys look stunning. You travel back to Shanklin in time for dinner.
Shanklin - London
Winchester
Visiting Winchester isn’t easy, because there’s almost too much to do. There’s a glorious cathedral, an ancient mill, cute cafes, and more than enough museums. Once you've had time to explore this wonderful city, it’s time to head home.
Runnymede National Trust
This lovely, pastoral area is said to be the birthplace of modern democracy. In 1215, Magna Carta simply described Runnymede as a meadow between Windsor and Staines. Runnymede was the location for the sealing of the Magna Carta by King John on the fifteenth of June 1215, with the 1225 version becoming the definitive version. Runnymede is still used today as a site for significant commemoration and is the location of the Magna Carta memorial (erected 1957), the John F. Kennedy memorial (1965), the Commonwealth Air Forces memorial (1953), and the Fairhaven Memorial Lodges (1931).
Options
Hotel Twin Room
Twin en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (2 x separate single beds).
B&B Twin Room
Twin en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (2 x separate single beds).
Hotel Single Occupancy Room
Accommodates 1 person in one single en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (1 x single bed).
B&B Double Room
Double en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 x double bed).
B&B Single Occupancy Room
Accommodates 1 person in one single en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 x single bed).
Hotel Double Room
Double en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (1 x double bed).
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Happy customer.
Annette F,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wonderful trip. Filled with great sights and places. Mark, our tour guide was engaging, amusing, interesting and professional. I would recommend this trip.
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