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The Channel Islands offer a delightful combination of French charm and traditional English appeal, and our Guernsey island hopping holidays allow you to explore three of them.

Scenic Guernsey has inspired writers and artists for generations, whilst the smaller islands of Sark and Herm offer a slower pace.

Flights connect the UK with Guernsey, with onward ferry connections to Sark and Herm. There are no cars on these two small islands, which are explored on foot, by bicycle or (on Sark) by horse-drawn trap.

Suggested Itinerary, which can be tailor-made to your requirements:

• Guernsey - 3 nights (fly)

• Sark - 2 nights (by ferry)

• Herm - 2 night (by ferry)

Scenic Guernsey has inspired writers and artists for generations. French poet Victor Hugo was exiled here for 14 years, during which he completed Les Miserables and the painter Renoir was mesmerised by the shimmering light of Moulin Huet Bay. The capital is St Peter Port, a sparkling marina filled with yachts and fishing boats. Roads are steep and often cobbled and fresh crab, lobster and prawn regularly feature on the menu. For six weeks during October and November, the fabulous Tennerfest food festival is held here.

Lovely green spaces include Saumarez Park and the flowers of the Candie Gardens. Picturesque Fermain Bay can only be reached on foot. The island is steeped in history, having been occupied by Nazi Germany during World War Two, and you can visit the German Underground Hospital. The 800 year old Castle Cornet that guards the harbour is another must-see, complete with its noon-day gun fired by scarlet-clad gunners. Traditionally this island has attracted families looking for a relaxing beach holiday, as its coastline is spectacular, but couples are increasingly discovering it, as Guernsey has become more fashionable.

Sark is a 55 minute boat crossing from St Peter Port, the smallest of the Channel Islands. This tiny island is car-free, so you will need to explore its wooded valleys and hedgerow-lined paths on foot, by bicycle or by horse-drawn trap. Don’t miss viewing the narrow La Coupee isthmus, which connects the island to Little Sark and is gradually being eroded away, and the Venus Pool. The formal gardens of La Seigneune are also enchanting and star gazing at the observatory is outstanding.

Herm is another small car-free island only 20 minutes by boat from St Peter Port. With many tranquil turquoise beaches and masses of wildflowers, it will take you about 2 hours to walk around the entire perimeter of the island. Be sure to walk along famous white sands of Shell Beach, visit St Tugual’s Chapel and perhaps take a kayak tour in search of marine life. Between May and June you should see nesting puffins. The island also holds an annual Real Ale and Cider festival.

Note: Car hire can be arranged in Guernsey, but be aware that some hotels in St Peter Port have limited or no parking & public car parks require a parking clock, which can be purchased locally.

PRICING

Price is based on two adults sharing en-suite accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis. Flights from Southampton to Guernsey, ferry to Sark and local hotel transfers are included. Herm ferry to be paid locally (approx £13.50 pp return).

We offer a choice of hotels at different prices, so please discuss your requirements with us. All hotels are subject to availability.

Photographic ID is required to travel to the Channel Islands (e.g. passport). It is essential that you have personal holiday insurance, and an appropriate driving licence if you plan to hire a car. The FCO should also be consulted.