07:15 - 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.

Isle of Wight

Getting there involves boarding a ferry from Southampton to cross the Solent, the strait of the English Channel that separates the south coast of England from the Isle of Wight.

Once on the Isle of Wight, we visit Osborne House, designed by Prince Albert himself and frequented by him, Queen Victoria & their family as their private summer residence. Entrance to the gorgeous Osborne House is included.

We also visit Shanklin and/or Sandown to spend some time enjoying the beautiful beaches here.

And lastly, we visit Godshill. Here you can explore the traditional village with some of the oldest architecture on the Isle of Wight, including traditional thatched roof cottages, see the adorable miniature model village, or purchase some local cider to take home.

We then take a scenic drive back to the ferry terminal to head back to Southampton and, finally, London.