PORTSMOUTH & ISLE OF WIGHT
The Naval Dockyard is home to 3 historic ships and a number of museums and you could easily spend a full day at any one of the many attractions.
Visit Henry VIII's Mary Rose which sunk in 1545, after lying on the seabed for 437 years it was raised and now the slow restoration process is underway.
Visit The Warrior, England's first ironclad warship which was first launched in 1860. You will be able to explore the decks and experience something of what life was like onboard for the severn hundred man crew.
Visit The Victory, which was Lord Nelson's flag ship during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Flying the famous signal 'England expects that every man will do his duty' the British although out numbered by the Spanish and French won the day. Lord Nelson was hit by a musket ball and died aboard his beloved ship. The Victory is the oldest commissioned warship in the world. Discover more on a guided tour around the ship, which was once home to over 850 men and boys.
As well as the three ships you can also visit the Royal Naval Museum and discover 800 years of naval history.
Outside the Naval Dockyards you can enjoy a harbour cruise which offers a closer view of the naval dockyards and various modern naval ships. Charles Dickens was born in Portsmouth on 7th February 1812 and today you can visit the Museum which recreates the Regency style from that era. Visit the Submarine Museum, a unique opportunity to go onboard a submarine, and the Marines Museum. From Portsmouth you can also take the ferry across to the Isle of Wight and explore the local seaside resort of Ryde. (The crossing takes just over 20 minutes.)
THE SPINNAKER TOWER
The Spinnaker Tower is a new icon in Portsmouth. Soaring 170 m high, this striking tower offers spectacular views over the south coast. The external panoramic glass lift travels to the 3 viewing platforms where you can literally 'walk on air' across the exciting glass floor, learn about the history of the harbour and experience the 'wind in your hair' as viewing deck 3 is open the the elements. Find out more at www.spinnakertower.co.uk
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Booking Conditions
Please note the following conditions and informatoin does not apply to the London Walks featured on our site. All walks are run by the original London Walks Company and more information can be found on their website www.walks.com.
All our trips* depart from Bressenden Place, which is a few minutes walk from Victoria Underground Station. All day trips depart at 9am unless otherwise stated.
*Times and departure points for London Walks are displayed on the walks pages of this website. They DO NOT depart from Bressenden Place at 9am.
*Weekend departure times vary and it is your responsibility to check the departure time for your trip, which is published on our website. Tracks cannot be held responsible for missed departures due to late arrival.
Online Discounts:
These only apply to tours booked and paid for online, they are not available over the telephone or by any other means of payment. They are for a limited period and limited number of seats. The offer can be withdrawn at any time.
To take up the offer you must always write the discounted price on the booking form. Failure to do so will result in full payment being taken.
Double Booking Special:
Our double booking special offer will save you £2 on the price of your second day trip. To take advantage of the offer, you need only complete one booking form. In the comments box at the bottom of the page you need to provide details of the second day trip you wish to book. Discount only applies when ONE PERSON is travelling on TWO DIFFERENT departures, NOT to two people travelling on the same departure.
General Booking Conditions:
All Day Trips: Once booked and paid for are non refundable nor transferable under any circumstances.
Weekend and Short Breaks: 50% cancellation charges if cancelled before 14 days of travel, if cancelled less than 14 days 100% cancellation charges. Transfers on weekend tours can be made up to 14 days prior to departure, subject to availability. A transfer fee of £20 per person will be charged.
Tracks cannot be held responsible for any costs, incurred due to the late arrival or departure of the coach.
Those booked on our weekend and short break tours are required to have travel insurance to cover them throughout the tour.
We reserve the right to alter the itineraries as required. On the rare occasion when we have insufficient numbers we reserve the right to withdraw the tour. All clients will be notified in advance and offered an alternative tour or full refund.
Those travelling on tours outside the United Kingdom are required to travel with their passports and any necessary visa. The issue of a travel visa is the sole responsibility of the client.
Complaints
Should you have a complaint during the tour, contact your tour manager and they will do their best to rectify your problem. If we cannot resolve your complaint at the time, you should make your complaint in writing and send it to us at Tracks Travel Limited, The Flots, Brookland, Romney Marsh, Kent, TN29 9TG, within 21 days of the end of the tour. We will be unable to deal with any complaints unless we receive details in writing in that time period.
