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Kardan Travel

Kardan Travel is a leading coach company based on the Isle of Wight, providing day tours, holidays and private hire.

Kardan Travel is a leading coach company based on the Isle of Wight. We operate a full programme of Day Tours and Holidays throughout the year, direct from the Island. If you book one of our holidays, we will arrange a taxi to collect you from your home on the Island to the coach. We specialise in group travel for schools, sports clubs, societies, businesses or just for pleasure. Whatever your needs we can provide a service on the Island, mainland or the continent. We are happy to provide a no obligation quotation for your requirements, whether it is just a short local journey or a complete package including ferry, hotel and places of interest. For groups on the mainland who wish to come to the Island, we are able to come and collect you and bring you to the Island. We will book your ferry and if you wish, take you out while you are here. Kardan Travel have a modern fleet of executive and standard coaches, all fitted with seatbelts and maintained to a very high standard, your safety being our priority. Our executive coaches have club class seats, climate control, adjustable foot rests, seat back tables, toilet and washroom facilities. Our professional drivers are all trained to the highest standard and have all passed the driver’s CPC examination and are CRB checked. They have many years experience of driving throughout Britain and the continent. Our friendly, experienced and knowledgeable office staff are at the end of the phone to help you with bookings, quotations or general enquiries. We are members of CPT, the confederation of Passenger Transport and our holidays are bonded with B*H (Bonded Coach Holidays) for your protection.

12/11/2026

☀ WEEKEND BREAK FOR EARLY 2027 ☀
BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL TATTOO
Friday 19th February 2027 – 3 Days

We return in 2027 for our popular weekend break to visit the Birmingham International Tattoo. A parade like no other, Britain’s biggest indoor tattoo featuring military and other marching bands, pipes & drums, field gun racing, dog racing, standard bearers, dance teams and much more including a spectacular Grand Finale with over 1,000 performers.

Tour Itinerary
Friday –After Departing the island in the morning we head to Welford Park, maybe known to some as the home of the Great British Bake Off but come late winter time, you will see one of the finest snowdrop collections in the UK. The dainty droplets of snowdrops thrive amongst the 5-acre beech wood, enchanting riverbanks of the River Lambourn and the glorious gardens at Welford Park. Wrap up warm and enjoy a walk around the grounds of the picture-perfect Queen Anne style house then head to the tea tent for a warming drink. We then continue to the 4-star Mercure Hotel in Northampton where we enjoy a welcome cup of tea/coffee whilst our luggage is taken to our room.

Saturday – Stratford-upon-Avon
After breakfast we head to Stratford-upon-Avon for a day at leisure to enjoy this fabulous medieval market town and its history at the home of Shakespeare’s Birth.

Sunday- Birmingham International Tattoo.
After a leisurely breakfast we depart our hotel and head to Birmingham for the highlight of our tour the matinee performance of the Birmingham International Tattoo. A parade like no other, the Birmingham International Tattoo is Britain's biggest indoor tattoo (a type of military tournament) featuring military and other marching bands, pipes & drums, field gun racing, dog racing, standard bearers, dance teams and much more, including a spectacular Grand Finale with over 1,000 performers. After the performance we head south for the early evening ferry back to the Island.

❤️ Your Holiday Includes
• Complimentary Door to Door Service
• 2 Nights Half Board
• Porterage
• Entrance into Welford Park incl Tea/Coffee
• Day at leisure in Stratford-upon-Avon
• Birmingham Tattoo Platinum Tickets

KARDAN TRAVEL PRICE
£415 PER PERSON
Based on 2 adults sharing.
£40 Single Supplement.
All single rooms are double/twin for sole use

😍BOOK NOW WITH A LOW DEPOSIT OF £75 PER PERSON

For More Information Or To Book Your Place.
📞 01983 520995 or 826826.
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10/11/2026

🎁 THE PERFECT GIFT THIS CHRISTMAS.

🎄 Kardan Travel Gift Vouchers....
Why not treat a friend or a family member to a Kardan Travel Gift Voucher this Christmas. Vouchers can be used towards any Day Tour or Holiday we offer & are available for any chosen amount.

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📞 01983 826826 / 520995.

08/11/2026

😍 WELLS & WONDERS OF SOMERSET
😍 Friday 17th September 2027 - 4 Days

4* Swan Hotel - Wells

The historic Swan Hotel is fabulously located in the very centre of the city, for a weekend well spent in Wells and its surrounds! We enjoy free time to explore the fine city, with the highlight being a guided tour of Wells Cathedral, described as "unquestionably one of the most beautiful" and "the most poetic" of English cathedrals, completed with a tasty cream tea.

Tour Itinerary
Friday - After a home pick-up we head to Salisbury for viewing & lunch. We then continue to the city of Wells arriving at the Swan Hotel late afternoon, there will be time to settle in prior to dinner this evening

Saturday- Wells and Wells Cathedral
We enjoy a full day in Wells today, the smallest city in England. Small but perfectly formed, Wells offers numerous historical marvels such as the famous 14th century Astronomical Clock, The Bishop's Palace & Gardens and, of course, the outstanding cathedral. We begin our day at the popular outdoor street market held every Saturday in Wells Market Place. In the afternoon we enjoy a guided tour of Wells cathedral, taking in highlights such as the magnificent West Front, the stunning stained glass Jesse Window, the Cathedral Clock and the Scissor Arches.

Sunday- Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury & Cheddar Gorge
After breakfast, we travel to historic Glastonbury, a town associated with the legend of King Arthur and famed for its alternative lifestyle and annual music festival. We enjoy a 45-minute guided tour of Glastonbury Abbey, whose buildings, ruins and parkland are said to conceal Arthur's burial place. After free time for lunch in Glastonbury, we visit Cheddar Gorge, a towering limestone gorge in the Mendip Hills. We have time at leisure to view the cliffs, stalactite-filled caves, independent shops and cafes before returning to the hotel.

Monday -Dorchester & Sculptures by the Lakes
We head back to the Island via Dorchester, a vibrant town with plenty to explore, where you will have time for shopping and lunch. We then travel the short journey to visit Sculpture by the Lakes. Described as one of the most beautiful and unique settings in the UK. With over 120 pieces positioned across The Sculpture Park, it is a place where you can experience art and the landscape working seamlessly together, discover something special in The Makers Yard - enjoy delicious homemade food in The Kitchen, fresh local produce in The Pantry, find unique gifts and goodies in The Store and curated exhibition pieces in The Gallery. Afterwards we make our way to Southampton for our ferry home arriving back on the Island early evening.

KARDAN TRAVEL PRICE
£595 PER PERSON
Based on 2 adults sharing.
£120 Single Supplement (Double for sole use)

♥Your Holiday Includes ♥
Door To Door Service.
Porterage
3 Nights at 4* Swan Hotel.
Half Board Basis with choice of menu.
Wells Cathedral Tour.
Tour of Glastonbury Abbey.
Entrance into Sculpture by The Lakes.
Entrance into Cheddar Gorge.

For More Information Or To Book Your Seat.
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✅️ ABTOT Bonded Coach Holiday protected: Membership number 7065

03/11/2026

🎄 Let's have some Festive Fun!

We still have some fantastic tours & holidays available for some festive fun in 2026.

🎄 Christmas Themed Day Tours From £51.95
RHS Glow - RHS Wisley - 21st Nov.
Wi******er Christmas Market - 28th Nov.
Bath Christmas Market - 03rd Dec. **Limited Availability**
Christmas Mystery Tour - 05th Dec. **1 Seat Left**
Canterbury Christmas Market - 10th Dec. **1 Seat Left**
Festival Of Light Longleat - 12th Dec. **Limited Availability**
Santa Christmas Lunch Cruise - 16th Dec.
Bristol Christmas Shopping - 17th Dec.
Oxford At Christmas - 19th Dec.

🎄 Available Christmas Themed Holidays
4 Days Liege & Maastricht Christmas Markets - 04th Dec.

For More Information Or To Book Your Seat.
📞 01983 520995 or 826826.
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01/11/2026

😍 DAWLISH & DEVON HIGHLIGHTS
😍 Monday 19th April 2027 - 5 Days

3* Langstone Cliff Hotel - Dawlish

Dawlish is located at the outlet of a small river, Dawlish Water (also called The Brook), between Permian red sandstone cliffs, and is fronted by a sandy beach with the South Devon Railway Sea wall and the Riviera Line railway above. The Lawn, through which Dawlish Water flows is also known for its black swans (introduced from Western Australia, which live with other exotic waterfowl in a small urban sanctuary on Dawlish Water.

Tour Itinerary

Monday. After a home pick-up we head westwards making regular stops for en- route arriving in Dawlish late afternoon, Tea/coffee will be served before settling into your rooms.

Tuesday- Thursday at leisure with three included excursions.

Excursions
Full Day - Dartmoor National Park & Plymouth
After breakfast, we travel across the heart of Dartmoor stopping at Princetown, being the place where Sir Arthur Conan Doyle found his inspiration for "Hound of the Baskervilles". Here we visit the Dartmoor Prison Museum and learn about life 'inside' one of the worlds most famous and notorious jails. We then continue our journey to Plymouth Barbican where Drake and Raleigh once weighed anchor, today you can find a bustling community of specialist shops, restaurants, cafés, and world-class attractions, all in a picturesque harbour setting.

Full Day - Powderham Castle & Deer Park
After a leisurely breakfast we make our way to Powderham Castle, which has over 600 years of history situated on the banks of the river Exe and surrounded by a beautiful deer park. There will be a guided tour of the house and free time to enjoy the rose and woodland gardens.

Half Day - River Exe & Buckfast Abbey
After breakfast we have a cruise on the quiet and calm waters of the beautiful River Exe to Topsham with tea or coffee included, we then continue to Buckfast Abbey for viewing and lunch, before returning to Dawlish where the rest of the day is at leisure.

Friday - After breakfast we head back to the Island via Weymouth where we stop for lunch & viewing. Arriving back on the Island early evening.

KARDAN TRAVEL PRICE
£859 PER PERSON Based on 2 adults sharing.
£105 Single Supplement
Single Rooms are doubles for sole use.

♥Your Holiday Includes ♥
Door To Door Service.
Porterage
4 Nights at 3* Langstone Cliff Hotel.
Half Board Basis with choice of menu.
Tea/Coffee after dinner.
Excursions as listed.

For More Information Or To Book Your Seat.
📞 01983 520995 or 826826.
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✅️ ABTOT Bonded Coach Holiday protected: Membership number 7065

30/10/2026

🌸🌿 RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2027 is NOW ON SALE!
🌿🌸 Day Tour Friday 21st May 2027

Don't miss your chance to visit the world's most famous flower show! 🌺
Experience the very best in horticulture and garden design as you explore:
🌼 Award-winning show gardens
🌷 Spectacular floral displays
🌿 Inspiring planting ideas
🪴 The latest gardening trends from leading designers and growers

☀ Various Island Pick Up Points ☀

Day Tour - £194.95 per person, includes travel from the Island & Admission into the show.

For More Information Or To Book Your Seat.
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28/10/2026

☀󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 HISTORIC CITIES OF NORTHERN PORTUGAL & SPAIN
☀󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣 Friday 15th October 2027
☀󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴 10 Day Holiday

A superb Portuguese tour is this incredible trip to Northern Portugal, and with good reason. We delve into this beautiful region with sun-drenched vineyards, historical landmarks and charming villages. Highlights include a Porto upstream Douro cruise, a guided tour of the historic city of Porto, sample Port at a local w**e estate, a guided tour to O Grove in Galicia and a river cruise on Spain’s Ria de Arousa.

T O U R I T I N E R A R Y
Days 1 & 2 – Portsmouth to Santander
After an afternoon home pick-up, we cross the Solent and travel to Portsmouth for our evening departure to Santander with Brittany Ferries. Inside cabins, dinners and breakfasts included whilst on board for the two nights.
Day 3 – Vila Praia de Ancora
We arrive in Santander in the morning and make our way through Spain with a stop at the historical city of Leon. Where we have some time to explore this Roman City which has links to the Pilgrim’s route to Santiago de Compostela. The Sistine Chapel & Pulchra Temple are key monuments to look out for, before heading to Portugal to the 4* Hotel Meira situated in the picturesque town of Vila Praia de
Ancora. Our home for the next 5 nights.
Day 4 – Full day Galicia with Cruise, Combarro & Valença
Today we are joined for the day by a local step on guide who will accompany us north into Spain. First, we visit the pretty Galician island of La Toja, before
enjoying a 1-hour cruise on the Ria de Arousa including mussels and w**e tasting. After lunch, we return south with stops at the old quarter of Combarro, and the border town of Valença overlooking the River Minho.
Day 5 – Free Day
Today we enjoy a relaxing day in our resort. We can spend time in our hotel, making the most of the leisure facilities, or explore the nearby golden sands which are a few minutes’ walk away.
Day 6 – Porto & W**e Estate Visit
Today we enjoy a guided tour of the historic city of Porto, Portugal’s second city, with its beautiful buildings and atmospheric squares. In the afternoon we visit a Port w**e estate across the river in the Vila Nova de Gaia area and learn the process of producing Port whilst enjoying a sample or two!
Day 7 – Porto Upstream Douro Cruise & Tour
We meet our guide at the Estiva quay in Porto, then board a boat heading to Régua, known worldwide as the capital of “Vine and W**e”. We enjoy breakfast on
board while sailing through the Douro waters, admiring the breathtaking valley. We enter the Crestuma-Lever Dam (height of 14 meters) and the Carrapatelo Dam (height of 35 meters). While we cruise through the Douro river we tuck into lunch,
viewing the beautiful scenery and learn about the history of the region with commentary from our audio guides.
Day 8 – Vila Praia de Ancora to Palencia
After breakfast we say goodbye to Vila Praia de Ancora and head to Palencia, Spain for our overnight stop.
Days 9 & 10 – Palencia to Bilbao and home
We leave Palencia and head to Bilbao for our sailing back to Portsmouth. Inside cabins, dinner and breakfast included on board. Arriving back on the Island on the evening of Sunday 24th October.

❤️ Your Holiday Includes
• Complimentary Door to Door Service
• 9 Nights Half Board
• Porterage
• Choice of menu & W**e/Water in main hotel
• Tea/Coffee after dinner at hotels
• Ferry Crossings with Brittany Ferries incl. cabin/meals.
• Step on guided tour of Galicia
• 1hr Ria de Arousa cruise with W**e Tasting & Mussels
• Guided tour of Porto
• Port W**e Estate entry
• Duoro River Cruise with Lunch

☀ Secure your place on this fantastic tour with a deposit of £150 per person.

KARDAN TRAVEL PRICE
£2295 Per Person.
Based on 2 adults sharing.
£295 Single Room Supplement.
Please note a city tax of approx. 1 euro p.p.p.n. payable locally at hotel.

For More Information Or To Book Your Place.
📞 01983 520995 or 826826.
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✅️ ABTOT Bonded Coach Holiday protected: Membership number 7065.

26/10/2026

☀ London - Imperial War Museum
☀ Day Tour - Tuesday 03rd November 2026

The Imperial War Museum in London is the world's leading museum of war. Founded during the First World War, it gives voice to the extraordinary experiences of ordinary people forced to live their lives in a world torn apart by conflict. Displayed across six floors, the museum's vast collections encompass a wealth of objects - from uniforms to photographs, vehicles to films, weapons, to works of art - each with a story to tell.

Or if you prefer to go off and do a spot of retail therapy or sightseeing in London you are most welcome too. The choice is yours.

☀ Various Island Pick Up Points ☀
Day Tour - £51.95 includes travel from the Island & admission is free.
For More Information Or To Book Your Place.
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23/10/2026

🇬🇧 Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life In Style - The King's Gallery, London.
🇬🇧 Tuesday 23rd March 2027

😍 EXTRA DATE ADDED.
Due to our September Day Tour selling out, we have added an extra date for March 2027 which is on sale now.

Discover the remarkable style of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch through clothing worn in all ten decades of her life - from birth to adulthood, from princess to queen. Featuring approximately 200 items, this is the largest and most
comprehensive exhibition of the late Queen’s fashion ever mounted. Highlights include her bridesmaid dress, wedding dress, Coronation dress and the ensemble worn for the wedding of Princess Margaret.

☀ Various Island Pick Up Points ☀

Day Tour - £76.95 per person, includes travel from the Island & Admission into the exhibition.

For More Information Or To Book Your Seat.
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Innovation Centre, Street Cross Business Park
Newport
PO305WB

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.kardan.co.uk/

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