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Day 10
Meals included: B L D
Breakfast: Onboard in the ship’s dining room beginning around 6am. Morning: Around 9am, we'll depart on a tour of the Isle of Man. While officially a British protectorate, this tiny island between Ireland and England is not legally part of the United Kingdom. In fact, the island's independent parliamentary government has been operating uninterrupted since AD 979, making it the oldest continuously governing body in the world. Primeval politics aren't the only holdover from the island's past: Evidence of the Isle of Man's earliest inhabitants is peppered throughout. You'll witness a number of them this morning, beginning with a visit to a dry-stone waller, where you'll get a glimpse into the architectural features that characterize many of the British Isles' iconic structures of centuries past. Then, you’ll stop at a kipper factory to learn about a traditional British way to prepare fish, followed by a scenic drive around the island. Afterwards, we'll board a steam train around 12:30pm for a 1.5-hour ride where we'll be joined by a local expert who will provide more insight into the history and culture of the Isle of Man as we journey towards Douglas, the capital of the Isle of Man. Lunch: Enjoy lunch on the steam train, featuring local specialties. Afternoon: Around 3pm, we'll meet our ship in Douglas, where you can enjoy free time to make your own discoveries—ask your Trip Experience Leader for recommendations. Perhaps you'll soak up the sites and sounds of Douglas at Marine Drive where you may spot seals lounging on the rocks and dolphins swimming in the water. Or you may discover the Tower of Refuge, a stone structure evocative of a castle from the Middle Ages. Located on a submerged reef, this site was erected in the early 19th century and was used by sailors whose ships had been damaged or sunk. Then, your Trip Experience Leader will lead a Port Talk about Fishguard. Dinner: Onboard in the ship’s dining room. Evening: You have the freedom to spend the rest of your evening as you wish. Perhaps you’ll enjoy a nightcap at the bar or relax in the lounge. |
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Explore the Isle of Man
Explore the Isle of Man
Destination: Isle of Man