United Kingdom · Castles & Palaces

Isle of Wight Day Trip from London Including Osborne House Entry Ticket

14 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Sandown. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Isle of Wight on a full-day trip from London
  • 02 Entry to Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s summer palace, included
  • 03 Travel by luxury coach and return ferry
  • 04 Free time in Shanklin and/or Sandown by the coast
  • 05 Explore the charming village of Godshill
  • 06 Enjoy scenic island views and a route through Blackwater and Newport

Escape London for a full-day journey to the Isle of Wight, combining coastal scenery, historic charm and relaxed free time to explore. Travel by luxury coach and ferry to the island, where your day includes entry to Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s former summer residence.

Along the way, enjoy time in seaside spots such as Shanklin and/or Sandown, visit the picturesque village of Godshill, and take in wonderful coastal views as you travel across the island. With return transport, ferry crossings and a tour manager included, this is an easy and memorable way to discover one of southern England’s most beloved island destinations.

Escape London for a full-day journey to the Isle of Wight, combining coastal scenery, historic charm and relaxed free time to explore.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities London, Southampton, Newport
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Isle of Wight

  • 07:30 - Depart London
    We depart from our London Bridge meeting point and head south.
  • 10:00 - Ferry Crossing
    We usually board the ferry for a 10:00 Southampton to East Cowes crossing, which takes around 50mins.
  • 11:00-11:15 - Arrive at Osborne House
    Once we have arrived on the Isle of Wight, our first stop is Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s summer palace (entrance is included).
  • 12:30 - Depart Osborne House
    This is the approximate time of departure only, subject to the weather and other concerns.
  • 13:00 - Arrive at Shanklin or Sandown
    After our visit of Osborne House, we will head south to Sandown &/or Shanklin, two of the most beautiful beaches on the Isle, for free time to enjoy the beach or have lunch.
  • 14:45 - Depart Shanklin/Sandown for Godshill
    We will then make our way to Godshill (only around 15mins’ driving distance) where you will have time to explore the Model Village and taste the locally made cider.
  • 16:00 - Depart Godshill
    We will take the scenic route back to East Cowes, time-permitting, driving through Blackwater and Newport.
  • 17:30 - Ferry Crossing
    Our return journey will start with the 17:30 ferry crossing from East Cowes to Southampton.
  • 21:30 - Arrive in London
    This is the approximate time of drop-off back in central London near London Bridge Station.

07:30 - Depart London

We depart from our London Bridge meeting point and head south.

10:00 - Ferry Crossing

We usually board the ferry for a 10:00 Southampton to East Cowes crossing, which takes around 50mins.

11:00-11:15 - Arrive at Osborne House

Once we have arrived on the Isle of Wight, our first stop is Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s summer palace (entrance is included).

12:30 - Depart Osborne House

This is the approximate time of departure only, subject to the weather and other concerns.

13:00 - Arrive at Shanklin or Sandown

After our visit of Osborne House, we will head south to Sandown &/or Shanklin, two of the most beautiful beaches on the Isle, for free time to enjoy the beach or have lunch.

14:45 - Depart Shanklin/Sandown for Godshill

We will then make our way to Godshill (only around 15mins’ driving distance) where you will have time to explore the Model Village and taste the locally made cider.

16:00 - Depart Godshill

We will take the scenic route back to East Cowes, time-permitting, driving through Blackwater and Newport.

17:30 - Ferry Crossing

Our return journey will start with the 17:30 ferry crossing from East Cowes to Southampton.

21:30 - Arrive in London

This is the approximate time of drop-off back in central London near London Bridge Station.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Sandown. 3 cities · 14 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Know before you go

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Itinerary is intended as a guide and some details may be subject to change
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
  • Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Sandown.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Sandown.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 14 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Sandown..

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