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Plan your trip to Channel Islands

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Planning notes by The Travel Insights · Updated 2026-09-10

Suggested trip lengths and day groupings below are our editorial starting points. Your personalized plan will depend on your interests, pace, and dates.

How much time to allow

Allow four or five days for one main island, or a week or more for a carefully connected Jersey–Guernsey trip. Smaller islands add crossing time.

Choose a connected route

Choose Jersey or Guernsey as the initial focus. Sark and Herm need confirmed boat arrangements and should not be added merely because they look close on a map.

Where to base yourself

Use a base near your main island’s transport links for a car-free stay, or choose a coastal property when relaxation is the priority.

Before booking

Check ferry schedules, sea conditions, and baggage arrangements. Island-hopping is a transport commitment; leave a buffer before the journey home rather than planning a tight same-day chain.

Sources and visitor information

Places to explore in Channel Islands

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Experiences to explore

Browse these experiences as a starting point. The planner considers your interests, pace, and published schedules when building your days.

Heritage Pass

Heritage Pass

The Heritage Pass offers great value for money to Jersey visitors. The Pass includes unlimited access to our 6 must see cultural attractions. The sites are Elizabeth Castle* , Mont…

Approx. 10080 minutesView on Viator →
Tour and Tasting Experience

Tour and Tasting Experience

Experience a taste of Jersey with a unique insight into Jersey's only working vineyard and distillery. You’ll learn about the history of the estate, the different grape varieties …

Approx. 60 minutesView on Viator →
Jet Ski in Jersey with Tuition and On-water Supervision

Jet Ski in Jersey with Tuition and On-water Supervision

This is a unique introduction to jet skiing in a safe, controlled and supervised environment. We are licensed by local maritime authorities and have a very high safety record since…

Approx. 60 minutesView on Viator →
Escorted Coastal Tour by Jet Skis from St. Aubin

Escorted Coastal Tour by Jet Skis from St. Aubin

This is a unique opportunity to see the stunning rugged coastline up close. Sometimes we see dolphins!…

Approx. 90 minutesView on Viator →
Jersey Tour App Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz UK

Jersey Tour App Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz UK

Self-guided Tour & Treasure Hunt Travel Experience The smartphone travel tool that helps you discover the great outdoors & connect with the world around you. Utilising seamless GP…

Approx. 240 minutesView on Viator →
Historic St Helier: Statues, Sailors and Soldiers city game

Historic St Helier: Statues, Sailors and Soldiers city game

When was your last ‘a-ha!’ discovery moment in St Helier? Go for this self-guided walk around the historic town centre and find its hidden gems. Solve fun location-specific riddles…

Approx. 180 minutesView on Viator →

Make room for the trip you want

Start with the number of days you have, then choose an unhurried, balanced, or fuller pace. Review the suggested route before generating your daily plan. Transport allowances are estimates; confirm services and meeting points before booking.

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