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Get your Christmas off to a flyer this year…
Today’s deal is Day Trips to Winchester, Bath or Bournemouth Christmas Markets including Return Hovercraft & Coach @ Hovertravel, Ryde, Adult deal price only £39.50
Hovertravel provides the fastest Isle of Wight ferry route across the Solent from Ryde to Southsea in just 10 minutes.
It is the world’s only year-round passenger hovercraft service.
We are delighted to be working with the Hovertravel team for the very first time on TPIW.
To celebrate we are offering you these fabulously festive offering.
Enjoy a trip to:
* Winchester Christmas Market on: Wednesday 9th | Saturday 12th | Sunday 20th December 2026
Visit one of the best Christmas Markets in Europe, enjoy the bustling atmosphere, stunning location & exhibitors in pretty wooden chalets situated in the cathedral grounds
* Bath Christmas Market on: Saturday 5th December 2026
Wander through the bustling artisan stalls, browse unique gifts, & enjoy seasonal treats like mulled wine, mince pies, & festive snacks. Stroll the picturesque streets, admire the stunning Georgian architecture, & soak up the magical Christmas atmosphere for a perfect Winter outing
* Bournemouth Christmas Tree Festival on: Saturday 19th December 2026
Enjoy the hustle & bustle of the town or soak up the Winter sun along the seafront. Finish the afternoon with a stroll through the stunning Christmas stalls or settle yourself into the cosy, Alpine Bar & embrace the festive ambience
For all trips the Hovercraft will depart Ryde at 8.15am. The coach will then depart Southsea at 8.30am, before heading to your location of choice
You will several hours to spend at your location of choice before boarding back on the coach. You will arrive back in Ryde via the Hovercraft at 6.55pm
Choose from:
* Adult (16+) Day Trip – deal price £39.50…normally £45.00
* Child (5-15) Day Trip – deal price £27.50…normally £35.00
* Infant (under 5) – FREE
Hovertravel is your fastest link from the Island to Southsea.
Easy onward travel connections are available using the Hoverbus to Portsmouth, bus and train connections at Ryde, plus large car parks at both terminals.
Whether you are using Hovertravel for a day out, or for a longer stay, it is the fastest and most convenient Isle of Wight ferry service to get your adventure started.
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