The Island of Jersey
5 day holiday - Monday 2nd June 2025
Highlights...
Full day Island Tour
La Mare Vineyard
St Aubins
The largest of the Channel Islands, although it only measures five miles long and nine miles wide, Jersey is nestled in the Channel just 14 miles off the French coast of Normandy. This unique little island has influences from both Britain and France. There are bonds with France going back around a thousand years, but in 1204 the Islanders chose to stay faithful to the English Crown and were granted self-governing privileges. Jersey has its own parliament and is actually one of the oldest assemblies in the Commonwealth. The currency on the island is predominantly Sterling, but Jersey also has its own currency, the Jersey Pound, and perhaps one of the only places you will see a pound note!
Jersey’s landscape has been shaped by the sea and this idyllic haven is home to historic castles, stunning unspoilt beaches, scenic coastal routes and dramatic cliff top panoramic views. It has one of the largest tides in the world and twice a day, at low tide, the island almost doubles in size exposing miles of extra sandy beach.
Jersey’s capital, St Helier, is a bustling harbour town with a tapestry of architectural styles that depict the story of the changes over time. This affluent town has a vibrant atmosphere with many streets carrying old French titles and some shop fronts still display the names of their island founders. St Aubin’s Bay, a vast expanse of sandy beach spread over the central part of the Southern coast, connects St Helier to St Aubin’s Harbour. This charming fishing village sits on one of the natural harbours and is known for its gorgeous panoramic views, historic buildings and delightful cobbled streets. One of the historic buildings is the Fort, built in 1540 to manage the entrance of the Port, which at the time was Jersey’s main port.
Atlantic Hotel, Jersey ★ ★ ★ ★
We will be staying at the luxury Atlantic Hotel, which boasts both spectacular sea views as well as relaxing surroundings. This privately-owned hotel offers a corner of paradise with its timeless elegance and sense of luxury. The Golf View bedrooms all have full height sliding doors with balcony offering views over the championship golf course. The en-suite bathroom, with shower over the bath, has Molton Brown toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, and hairdryer. The rooms have satellite colour televisions, Wi-Fi, safe, and complimentary fruit bowl, mineral water and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel restaurant, crowned Restaurant of the Year in November 2023, produces great food with the use of seasonal produce and from the island’s fields and shores. The three-course dinner each evening includes two glasses of house wine or soft drinks.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Monday 2nd June
You will be collected by your door-to-door car and taken to Gatwick Airport, where you will be greeted by your Tour Manager who will be with you throughout the holiday. When the group are together we will check-in, and once in the departure lounge there will be an opportunity to purchase a hot drink and pastry. Upon arrival we will be met by our transfer coach, bags will be loaded onto the luggage coach and taken to the Atlantic Hotel, while we will head to Samares Manor. We will enjoy a light lunch in the Café on arrival before a guided tour of the manor and some free time to explore the gardens and rural life museum. After our visit we will make our way to the hotel where your Tour Manager will assist with check-in and there will be time to settle in and enjoy the surroundings, before our evening meal.

Day 2 – Tuesday 3rd June
We begin our first full day on Jersey with an Island tour led by our coach driver from Bay Tours. We will travel East via St Brelades Bay and a visit to the Fishermans Chapel. We then drive through St Helier and follow the South East coastline to Gorey Harbour. A scenic stop here before continuing to St Catherines Harbour. Our tour will then take us along the North coastline through Rozel and on to our lunch stop. After lunch, the tour continues via Greve De Lecq and on to the West Coast. We will stop for a visit to the Jersey Pearl giving you an opportunity to explore the showroom and see craftsman at work or if you prefer to enjoy the delightful views over the Bay from the Café.

Day 3 – Wednesday 4th June
Today we will begin our day with a slow-paced walking tour of the delightful St Aubins with a Blue Badge Guide, who will share information about the history. We will then travel to our lunch stop, before heading to the Eric Young Orchid Foundation, a small unique centre dedicated to Orchids! Young’s passion for orchids began when he was just a teenager. After losing his first collection of Orchids during the Second World War, he went on to cultivate one of the most magnificent living orchid collections in the world. Our visit here will ensure we end our day delighted by the sheer diversity of this extravagant and colourful display.
Day 4 – Thursday 5th June
Our day begins with a visit to Seafield, a private garden, where we will have a Garden Tour hosted by the owner Mr Richard Miles. We will then head to La Mare Wine Estate, an award-winning sustainable vineyard. During our guided tour and tasting experience we will stroll the vineyard, have access to state-of-the-art winery, view the Alembic Charentais Cognac distillery and Production & Chocolate Kitchens, with tasting of fudge & chocolate as well as La Mare fine cider and Jersey Cream Liquer. Our lunch stop will be at The Old Portelet Inn which overlooks the beautiful Portelet Bay. Our afternoon visits will take us to St Brelades Bay, Corbiere Lighthouse and the headland or a scenic stop before returning to the hotel.
Day 5 – Friday 6th June
After a relaxed breakfast, porters will collect your luggage and your Tour Manager will assist with check-out. We will then board the coach for departure to Jersey Airport. On arrival at the airport, we will check in and purchase our lunch in the departure lounge. Following our flight back to London Gatwick Airport, your Tour Manager will assist at baggage reclaim. Our door to door cars will then arrive for the final part of your journey home.
Total Price of the Holiday: £3,150 per person
Deposit: £200
Balance due: 7th April 2025
Whats Included:
- Door to door cars from your home to the meeting point and back
- Coach travel throughout the holiday
- Return flights
- Four nights at the Atlantic Hotel
- 3-course dinner with 2 glasses of wine every night
- Full English or continental breakfast every morning
- Lunch with coffee or tea every day
- Morning refreshments on first day
- Admission/talks/tours at properties visited:
- Samares Manor
- Blue Badge Guide Tour
- Eric Young Orchid Foundation
- Seafield Private Gardens
- La Mare Vineyard
- Gratuities
- The services of your Tour manager throughout your stay
- V.A.T.
Room Upgrade: Upgrade your room to a Ocean View Room for an extra £300
For more information or to book call
020 4568 3377
