What to do and see in Isle of Man, Isle of Man: The Best Day Trips from

October 4, 2021 Madelene Haan

The Isle of Man is simply magical, an enchanted journey back in time that somehow still feels modern. The island is peppered with stone churches, castles, forts and intricately carved Celtic crosses, all in varying states of preservation. A ride on the steam engine Heritage Railway is a wonderful way to take in the splendid countryside. Don’t miss the Victorian-era Laxey Wheela or Curraghs Wildlife Park, a fun way to get up close and personal with some of the island’s most adorable natives.
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1. Private tours of the Isle of Man with a qualified and entertaining Driver Guide

Visit Mann Tours
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Discover the beautiful Isle of Man on this half day tour duration 4.5 hours. Explore this unique island with an experienced and entertaining fully qualified, registered and insured Driver Guide. The Isle of Man boasts over 100 miles of beautiful coastline consisting of sweeping sandy beaches and rugged cliffs. With a mild climate, rolling hills, and an abundance of open spaces and interesting landmarks, the Island has something for everyone. Shrouded by mystery, a sea-bound kingdom with its own captivating story to tell. With a rich history, that echoes through the ages. There are many impressive historical features to explore, including Neolithic tombs, Manx Celtic crosses, Viking burials, castles and forts. The benefit of visiting with a local guide is that you will be able to see some of the lesser known sites, as well as attractions tailored to your particular interests. 

Inclusions: Blue Badge guide, Professional Driver/guide, Complimentary pick up, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By MetrowLa

My mother and I went on this tour with John! My mom loved it, and we agree it's been the best part of our entire trip! I am not exaggerating when I say this tour was not only the best tour I have had, but one that has deeply affected me. I have Manx heritage, and already had resonance to the culture with my current beliefs. Until this tour, I didn't realize just how much it did. His knowledge in history of the island, its cultures and influences over history were amazing. He also helped us connect with some family, and see our family's old farm and grave! When visiting my great great grandparents grave, he beautifully played the bagpipes for us. He is an amazing guide and an amazing person. I can't pick a best part of the tour, because it was the best part of our trip and my first trip to the IOM. Thank you

2. Full day Private Tour of the Isle of Man with experienced qualified driver guide

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Setting off from Douglas we head north to Laxey and visit the famous Lady Isabella Water Wheel - onto King Orrys Grave for our first taste of one of the Islands Neolithic sites. Then to Maughold Church - Ramsey - St Johns and Tynwald Hill. Peel with its Castle and House of Mannanan museum. Niarbyl then over the mountain of South Barrule down to the Calf Sound - Cregneash folk village - Castle Rushen and return to Douglas over the Fairy Bridge

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By MetrowLa

My mother and I went on this tour with John! My mom loved it, and we agree it's been the best part of our entire trip! I am not exaggerating when I say this tour was not only the best tour I have had, but one that has deeply affected me. I have Manx heritage, and already had resonance to the culture with my current beliefs. Until this tour, I didn't realize just how much it did. His knowledge in history of the island, its cultures and influences over history were amazing. He also helped us connect with some family, and see our family's old farm and grave! When visiting my great great grandparents grave, he beautifully played the bagpipes for us. He is an amazing guide and an amazing person. I can't pick a best part of the tour, because it was the best part of our trip and my first trip to the IOM. Thank you

3. Photography Tours around the Isle of Man - South Western Coastline - Half Day

Photography Tours, Isle of Man
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Perfect for the enthusiastic photographer, this is the ideal way to privately tour and photograph the beautiful Isle of Man. David will take you to the most photogenic locations our gorgeous Island has to offer and ensure you return home with an amazing collection of photographs. You will travel in luxury around the Island with the Isle of Man’s most experienced, qualified and awarded photographer. We carry a maximum of five passengers and a minimum of two persons. Capture your own stunning land and seascapes with the help, advice and knowledge from David, your driver, guide and educator. He is an accomplished and well respected photographer throughout the industry. 
He is a regular speaker, judge and educator at many prestigious events and societies throughout the world. You will also receive guidance and tuition on how to achieve the very best results from your camera. You are in capable hands !

Inclusions: Tripods and filters are available to loan, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Photography tuition

Exclusions: Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Entry fees, Gratuities, The cost of hiring a wheelchair

4. Steam Trains and Castles with qualified Isle of Man Tour Guide (6 hours)

Douglas, Isle of Man Guided Tours of Mann
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This is a sixhour tour intended for those who want to take a trip back into the past travelling on a restored Steam Train and visiting one of the best-preserved Norman Castles in the United Kingdom. After Visiting Castletown we will travel to the Sound for Lunch, a breeding ground in the summer for the North Atlantic Grey Seal and have lunch at the Sound Café which has floor to ceiling windows providing uninterrupted views of the Calf of Man and the Sound After lunch a visit Cregneish Folk Village which was founded in 1935 by Manx National Heritage, where traditional farming methods are in place, the elusive Manx cat is to be found and the native Loaghtan sheep are bred. The village was also used in the making of the film ‘Waking Ned (Devine)’in the 1990’s We then return to Douglas. Guests can be picked up at a location of their choice

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Blue Badge Guide , Free pick up from hotels and airport, Government Registered Driver Guide

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By joe2d2

Jane's enthusiasm, knowledge, and humor seemed endless as she whisked us from one amazing location to the next. It was an amazing and sometimes emotional day to finally connect with my heritage on the island. Jane crafted a tour based on my limited heritage information and with her help, we were lucky enough to find some of my ancestors gravestones. We felt so welcome, so connected, and so fortunate to have stumbled on Jane as our introduction to this amazing place. Thank you again!

5. Photography Tours around the Isle of Man - Western Coastline - Half Day

Photography Tours, Isle of Man

Perfect for the enthusiastic photographer, this is the ideal way to privately tour and photograph the beautiful Isle of Man. David will take you to the most photogenic locations our gorgeous Island has to offer and ensure you return home with an amazing collection of photographs. You will travel in luxury around the Island with the Isle of Man’s most experienced, qualified and awarded photographer. We carry a maximum of five passengers and a minimum of two persons. Capture your own stunning land and seascapes with the help, advice and knowledge from David, your driver, guide and educator. He is an accomplished and well respected photographer throughout the industry. 
He is a regular speaker, judge and educator at many prestigious events and societies throughout the world. You will also receive guidance and tuition on how to achieve the very best results from your camera. You are in capable hands !

Inclusions: Tripods and filters are available to loan, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Photography tuition

Exclusions: Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Entry fees, Gratuities, The cost of hiring a wheelchair

6. Photography Tours around the Isle of Man - Eastern Coastline - Full Day

Photography Tours, Isle of Man

Perfect for the enthusiastic photographer, this is the ideal way to privately tour and photograph the beautiful Isle of Man. David will take you to the most photogenic locations our gorgeous Island has to offer and ensure you return home with an amazing collection of photographs. You will travel in luxury around the Island with the Isle of Man’s most experienced, qualified and awarded photographer. We carry a maximum of five passengers and a minimum of two persons. Capture your own stunning land and seascapes with the help, advice and knowledge from David, your driver, guide and educator. He is an accomplished and well respected photographer throughout the industry. 
He is a regular speaker, judge and educator at many prestigious events and societies throughout the world. You will also receive guidance and tuition on how to achieve the very best results from your camera. You are in capable hands !

Inclusions: Tripods and Filters are available to loan, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Photography Tuition

Exclusions: Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Entry fees, Gratuities, The cost of hiring a wheelchair

7. Photography Tours around the Isle of Man - Southern Coastline - Full Day

Photography Tours, Isle of Man

Perfect for the enthusiastic photographer, this is the ideal way to privately tour and photograph the beautiful Isle of Man. David will take you to the most photogenic locations our gorgeous Island has to offer and ensure you return home with an amazing collection of photographs. You will travel in luxury around the Island with the Isle of Man’s most experienced, qualified and awarded photographer. We carry a maximum of five passengers and a minimum of two persons. Capture your own stunning land and seascapes with the help, advice and knowledge from David, your driver, guide and educator. He is an accomplished and well respected photographer throughout the industry. 
He is a regular speaker, judge and educator at many prestigious events and societies throughout the world. You will also receive guidance and tuition on how to achieve the very best results from your camera. You are in capable hands !

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Photography tuition, Tripods and filters are available to loan

Exclusions: Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Entry fees, Gratuities, The cost of hiring a wheelchair

8. Photography Tours around the Isle of Man - North Eastern Coastline - Half Day

Photography Tours, Isle of Man

Perfect for the enthusiastic photographer, this is the ideal way to privately tour and photograph the beautiful Isle of Man. David will take you to the most photogenic locations our gorgeous Island has to offer and ensure you return home with an amazing collection of photographs. You will travel in luxury around the Island with the Isle of Man’s most experienced, qualified and awarded photographer. We carry a maximum of five passengers and a minimum of two persons. Capture your own stunning land and seascapes with the help, advice and knowledge from David, your driver, guide and educator. He is an accomplished and well respected photographer throughout the industry. 
He is a regular speaker, judge and educator at many prestigious events and societies throughout the world. You will also receive guidance and tuition on how to achieve the very best results from your camera. You are in capable hands !

Inclusions: Tripods and filters are available to loan, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Photography tuition

Exclusions: Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Entry fees, Gratuities, The cost of hiring a wheelchair

9. Photography Tours around the Isle of Man - Western Coastline - Full Day

Photography Tours, Isle of Man

Perfect for the enthusiastic photographer, this is the ideal way to privately tour and photograph the beautiful Isle of Man. David will take you to the most photogenic locations our gorgeous Island has to offer and ensure you return home with an amazing collection of photographs. You will travel in luxury around the Island with the Isle of Man’s most experienced, qualified and awarded photographer. We carry a maximum of five passengers and a minimum of two persons. Capture your own stunning land and seascapes with the help, advice and knowledge from David, your driver, guide and educator. He is an accomplished and well respected photographer throughout the industry. 
He is a regular speaker, judge and educator at many prestigious events and societies throughout the world. You will also receive guidance and tuition on how to achieve the very best results from your camera. You are in capable hands !

Inclusions: Tripods and filters are available to loan, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Photography Tuition

Exclusions: Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Entry fees, Gratuities, The cost of hiring a wheelchair

10. Albany Tours - Southern Manxland Tour for Isle of Man, with a great fun guide!

Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, Sea Terminal, Douglas, Isle of Man IM1 2RF, Isle of Man Albany Isle of Man Tea & Tours

Steeped in the history of Viking invaders and blessed with a captivating landscape of glittering seas and rolling hills, the Isle of Man is unique amongst the islands of Britain. Home to Manx cats, the iconic TT races and the world's oldest continuous parliament, you'll journey into the heart of a land filled with ancient myths and legends in the company of Nigel, a man who arrived here thirty years ago, married a Manx girl and refused to leave.

Inclusions: A typical Manx taster picnic is provided, including traditional Manx cheeses, seafood, pate and soft drinks., Bottled water

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Reviewed By alandbhen

We are from New Zealand and Nigel showed us all of the I-O-M over two days. What he doesn't know about the island isn't worth knowing. Brenda and Le.

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