Isle of Man Discovery Tour

Explore the Isle of Man with expert guide Louise. Discover iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and rich heritage on a personalized, accessible tour.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Great Laxey Wheel - Starting at the Laxey Wheel, we discover how Laxey evolved from an insignificant sleepy fishing village to the centre of a lucrative mining community with Lady Isabela, the largest surviving water wheel in the world, standing as a bold statement turning to keep the mines free of water.
  • Maughold - We venture onto…
What's Included
  • Private tour in Air Conditioned Private Vehicle
  • Entry into Museums and Castles
  • Blue Badge Driver Guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Refreshments
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Louise is enthusiastic about sharing her love for the Isle of Man through both tailored wildlife tours and captivating tours exploring the island’s remarkable history and heritage. As a certified Blue Badge Guide, Louise offers a personalised experience driving you to iconic landmarks and lesser known gems that are inaccessible by public transport. Our…

Location
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company
If you are coming off a cruise ship or the Isle of Man Steam Packet Ship then I can meet you at the Cruise Welcome desk which is found as you come into the main Steam Packet building from the getting off the ship and clearly marked. For all other travelers I can meet you at the front entrance door.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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969cliffj
Nov 30, 2024
Great day ! - Louise was an absolute pleasure to spend a day with! She is very knowledgeable, and her presentation of the island and its history was amazing. I highly recommend her tour and reserving her time well in advance. We only had one day on the Isle and can't think of a better way to have spent it.
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D1274evthomasb
Nov 25, 2024
A Perfect Day - What a brilliant and magical day. Louise took such incredible care of us. From the moment she picked us up from the airport, we were on our way to discovering the beautiful Isle of Man. She drove us through towns and out into nature, with beautiful views of the Irish Sea and the landscape. Along the way, she stopped to show us areas and items of historical significance (churches, monasteries, castles, cottages, racing tracks, and the most incredible water wheel- to name a few). We ate delicious local food and gained fascinating insights into Manx culture, Viking and Celtic history, and how ancient traditions are kept alive today. We thoroughly recommend this tour. Louise is a delight, her car is roomy and comfortable, and the Isle really is a place you must see to believe. We felt safe and secure with her as our guide, and we benefited greatly from her decades of experience on the Isle and her deep understanding of the natural world. We have so many beautiful pictures, and even more treasured memories. Thanks, Louise!
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Carmenss5708in
Oct 11, 2024
A kind and gifted guide. - My husband and I visited the beautiful Isle of Man for the first time. From the moment Louise met us at the front of our hotel, we knew that we had met the perfect guide. Not only was she kind and knowledgeable, she certainly went the extra mile for us. My husband was researching his ancestry and retracing his roots. Louise had gone to the trouble of finding information that he has not been able to get online. She had made extra phone calls and came up with more information that was invaluable. The tour itself was wonderful. Such a beautiful and scenic drive. Louise has such a love for her country and a deep knowledge of its history. She is a safe and confident driver. We stopped at every interesting site and Luis was very accommodating if we saw things that we thought were extra photo opportunities. A perfect day with a delightful person. We highly recommend Louise for this tour. Happy travels!
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Jimp362
Sep 26, 2024
A Fantastic Introduction to the Isle of Man - Louise is a gem. She is fun, incredibly knowledgeable, adaptable, and has great follow up. Our tour day started with rain and wind. She reversed her usual itinerary to adjust. It worked well, as it cleared up by about noon. We visited Tynwald Hill, Peel Castle, the Calf of Man, Cragnessh Village, The Great Laxey Wheel, and the TT racecourse (to name a few spots). We discussed everything from religion to motorbikes. She made it a wonderful day. We're here a bit longer and plan on taking her recommends on what to see next. If you want to get a great sense of all things Isle of Man, Louise is an outstanding guide.
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174sheriffn
Sep 26, 2024
Louise is brilliant - Louise is very experienced and knowledgeable about the entire island and its history. She personalized our tour based on our interests and we were never rushed. We got to k ow not just the island, but also its people. You will appreciate your time with her.
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Robert_n
Sep 26, 2024
Best new tour guide on Isle of Man - Seeing the Manx cats, Air Force museum, trains and trams, castles and farms and villages. Following the racing circuit and fantastic views. Great comfortable Honda CRV.
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Francisco
Sep 21, 2024
Fantastic Tour with Exceptional Guide! - We had the pleasure of spending an entire day touring the Isle of Man with Louise, and I can’t recommend her enough! From the moment we met her, Louise was incredibly nice and welcoming. Her knowledge of the island’s history, culture and hidden gems was impressive. Louise tailored the tour to our interests and made sure we experienced the best that the Isle of Man has to offer. Her car was comfortable and spotless, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable as we explored the island in total comfort. If you’re planning a visit to the Isle of Man, I highly recommend touring with Louise. She will make your day unforgettable!
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Clint
Sep 19, 2024
Excellent Isle of Man Tour Guide - A fantastic day exploring the Island with Louise as our guide. Exactly the experience we were hoping for, covering well known and lesser known areas of interest including the all important refreshment stops at beautiful beach front cafes. Louise was more than qualified with a wealth of both historical and modern knowledge which really brought the adventure to life.. thank you for a wonderful day, would highly recommend.
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Marco_r
Sep 18, 2024
Exploring the Isle of Man - Exploring the Isle of Man with a pro was the best decision! The scenery is breathtaking and our guide explained the island's history in a super entertaining way. #IsleofMan #Tour #TravelRecommendation
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Cecelia_b
Sep 5, 2024
A Gem of a Tour - Louise is a gem! She is warm, friendly and very knowledgeable about the Isle of Man. Her love for the rich history and culture of the Isle of Man comes through as she guides you around while telling the story of the island and its people. She is very accomodating allowing you to customize the tour to include the things that are of most interest. You never feel rushed. She answers all you questions and more. Within 10 minutes of meeting Louise, she felt like family. We would most definitely book a tour with Louise in the future and encourage others to do the same. Louise will not disappoint! Bravo!
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