Summer on the Isle of Wight last few rooms
Monday 10 August 2026 to Friday 14 August 2026
£750pp
- Destination
- Itinerary
- Full inclusions
- Hotel
- Booking request
Be quick - just two twin rooms left!
Why visit the Isle of Wight? This island, in summer, is one of the UK's best-kept seasonal secrets. Golden sands, dramatic cliffs, rolling countryside, calm seas, fresh seafood and glowing skies in the warm evenings - perfect. A short ferry ride and you're a world away on an island where the pace of life is relaxed, almost Mediterranean in places.
Why visit with Shaws? In 2024 99% of our holiday customers said they would book again and 99% also said they would recommend us to a friend. In 2025 passengers rated our holidays 4.7/5 for value for money and we've earned the same 4.7/5 star rating on Google reviews. Shaws Coaches has a strong reputation for a dependable service, with a proven track record for punctuality and professionalism. Our friendly booking team and highly-rated tour drivers are ready to welcome you.
What do our customers say? "Hotel staff very attentive and friendly" • "The Isle of Wight was a delight, and quite a surprise in its beauty"
Tour code: A3519
Monday
Cross The Solent with tea/coffee on arrival at the hotel.
Tuesday
Take a summer sailing around the yachting capital of the UK this morning during a 35 minute cruise from Cowes Harbour. Soak up views of the Royal Yacht Squadron with live commentary throughout. There’s free time to enjoy the shops, galleries and seafront in Cowes before spending the afternoon at Queen Victoria’s lavish ‘holiday home’, Osborne House (EH). The sumptuous furnishings and immaculate gardens give a glimpse into the Royal Family’s extravagant lifestyle. Gain a sense of colonial history in the State Rooms, imagine family time on the private beach and enjoy a riot of colour in the Italianate gardens.
Wednesday
Experience the golden age of travel on the IOW Steam Railway this morning. Pass through unspoilt countryside and ancient woodland in beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian carriages before disembarking and uncovering 150 years of railway history at Havenstreet’s restored 1940s station. Enjoy a free afternoon by the sea in Ryde, just five minutes’ walk up the hill is The Museum of Ryde (small entry fee) - home to the now banned Donald McGill postcards!
Thursday
Spend time in the pretty seaside resort of Ventnor - loved by the likes of Dickens and Churchill for its timeless charm. Note: There is a steep walk down to the beach from the town. This afternoon, see Ventnor Botanic Garden at the height of summer! The hot and humid Temperate House will transport you to a rainforest paradise complete with a waterfall and Giant Waterlilies. You’ll find some lovely art exhibitions and an interesting heritage centre too.
Friday
Cross The Solent on the mid-morning ferry, and home.
- 4 night stay with breakfast
- 3 course dinner with tea/coffee every evening
- Cowes Harbour Cruise (35 minute)
- Entry to Osborne House (EH)
- Ride on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway
- Entry to Ventnor Botanic Garden
- Free time in Cowes, Ryde and Ventnor
- Tea/coffee on arrival at the hotel
- Porterage
- All travel including home collection*
- International Passenger Protection
- Reserved coach seat
- 18kg suitcase pp
- Executive touring coach featuring a refreshment station, reclining seats, reading lights, curtains, foot and arm rests, toilet, safety belts, air suspension and individual air-flow control
- An experienced, friendly, highly-rated and professional tour driver
- Friendly booking team on hand to answer any questions you might have in the run up to your holiday
- LOW DEPOSITS! Just £50pp with the balance due 8 weeks prior to departure
- LOYALTY DISCOUNT! Book 3 holidays (in any calendar year) and save £15pp, book 4+ and save £20pp, just let us know in special requests that you'd like to redeem your discount
- SAVE £10pp by meeting the coach at Maxey, Stamford Bus Station or Peterborough Extra Services
- £5pp DISCOUNT for English Heritage Members
- *Providing you live in Bourne, Stamford, Peterborough, Uppingham, The Deepings, Spalding, Whittlesey, Oakham and most of the villages between them and Maxey (we're happy to collect from outside of our free pick-up area with a small additional charge)
- We’re pleased to offer home collection from the Welwyn area following our successful partnership with Reg’s Coaches. Departures from Welwyn, Welwyn Garden City, Codicote, Woolmer Green, Knebworth, Hatfield, Stevenage and many of the nearby villages incur a small supplement of £30pp. We’re happy to pick up outside these areas, please enquire
The Royal Esplanade Hotel, Ryde, Isle of Wight 
- Grade II listed Victorian property, situated at the foot of the pier
- Within walking distance of the beach, harbour & boutique shops
- Winners of a Tripadvisor 2025 Travellers’ Choice Award
- Ensuite rooms with TV, radio, phone and complimentary tea/coffee tray
- Restaurant, bar and lounge
- Outdoor terrace
- Lift (unsuitable for mobility scooters)
- Singles are true singles
ACCESS: Limited rooms with level access (located on the first floor, accessed via the lift), eight unavoidable steps at the entrance, some steps in public areas, limited walk-in showers, limited wheelchair capacity on the ferry - please let us know if you plan to bring one