Our Half Day Southern Discovery Tour explores the south and west of the Isle of Man. Travelling towards the centre of the island via the famous TT course, we will make our first stop at St. Johns to visit Tynwald Hill. Tynwald is believed to have been established by Norse Viking settlers over a thousand years ago making it the oldest continuous parliament in the world.

The hill is now one of the Island’s most Iconic landmarks symbolising Isle of Man’s independence as a self-governing crown dependency. There is a wealth of history to explore in this area including the Royal Chapel, a Giant’s grave, Ballaharra Neolithic Stones and Bunscoill Ghaelgagh our Manx Language Primary School.

Heading west, we’ll venture to Peel, known as sunset city, with its stunning backdrop of the ancient Castle, fishing harbour and sandy bay. We can wander through quaint streets with their tiny fishing cottages or take in the fresh sea air along the promenade with an ice cream or around the castle, keeping a look out for the Atlantic grey seals or our resident Bottlenose dolphins, Moonlight and Starlight. Opportunity to purchase local gifts in the House of Manannan and see a replica Viking ship, long and round house.

Travelling south along the west coast we will pass through tiny hamlets, see beautiful coastal views and rolling pastoral countryside.

Arriving at the Southern tip of the island, we will discover The Sound which overlooks one of the most dangerous sections of water stretching to the Calf of Man, now a nature reserve with abundant wildlife. This is truly spectacular scenery.

Overlooking the Calf of Man, Cregneash was one of the last strongholds of the Manx language and customs which characterised the traditional crofting way of life. We can wander amongst the traditional thatched Manx cottages, that contain a living folk museum, there is a chance to see two of our favourite and somewhat rare Manx animals, a cat with no tail and the brown Loaghtan Sheep.

An opportunity if desired to visit Balladoole Heritage Site. Explore the wonderful layers of rich history at this special place, including a Viking Ship Burial, Bronze age burial and a Christian Keeill - an ancient type of chapel. Set in the backdrop of beautiful Scenery and stunning views

Lastly we will visit Castletown, the Isle of Man’s ancient capital which is wrapped around what is said to be the best-preserved medieval castle in Europe. With its beautiful square, attractive harbour and steeped in history, this is a gem not to be missed.

Our tour will conclude by returning via Fairy Bridge, where traditionally people say hello to the “Mooinjer Veggey” or Little People!

The tour timings allow for time at each destination and travel between points of interest as well as opportunity for refreshments / comfort stops and to purchase souvenirs.
Entrance to Heritage Sites included (E.g Castles and Museums)