Holidays 2024

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Depart Local Area

After boarding your luxury coach, we make our way to South Wales and the port of Fishguard and our afternoon Ferry to Rosslare Port. On arrival we make our way to Wexford for our overnight stay at the 3 star Maldron Hotel located in the centre of town, where we will spend one night with dinner, bed & breakfast.

Day 2: Depart for Castleisland

After breakfast we continue our journey across the most southern part of Ireland via Youghal to Blarney, a visit can be made to the Castle (at own expense) and take part in the long-standing tradition of kissing the Blarney Stone to receive 'the gift of eloquence' (but only for the fit ones). We will stop at the Blarney Woollen Mills close to the village green, which offers the best range of genuine Irish products. We continue our journey to Castleisland and the 3 star River Island Hotel where we will spend the next 4 nights half board.

Day 3: Killarney & Jaunting Car Ride

After breakfast we travel to Killarney, Set in the Irish Lake District and internationally renowned for its scenic beauty. There will be a ride on the traditional Jaunting cars, which will take you for a ride through the National Park and along the edge of Lough Leane to Ross Castle. From here catch the Lily of Killarney to cruise across the lake, (all included) a memorable way to view the surrounding mountains. An included return coach transfer from Ross Castle back to Killarney town, here you will have free time. Later we return back to Castleisland to relax before dinner and entertainment.

Day 4: Ring of Kerry

Departing after breakfast we take a full day excursion around the Ring of Kerry. Dominated by MacGillycuddy's Reeks, savour 100 miles of spectacular scenery as you travel along the narrow coastal road of the Iveragh Peninsula. Beginning at Killorglin, home of the world's oldest market, the famous Puck Fair, through Glenbeigh, continue through the villages of Rossbeigh and Kells, with their beautiful golden beaches to Caherciveen for lunch. Passing through villages to Molls Gap, a cutting between bogland and mountains. The winding road passes Ladies view before returning back to our hotel in Castleisland.

Day 5: Dingle & the Dingle Peninsular

The Dingle Peninsular stretches 30 miles (48 kilometres) into the Atlantic Ocean from Ireland's south-west coast. Dominated by the range of mountains that form its spine. The peninsular has something to offer to everyone: sandy beaches safe for swimming, walking routes for all abilities, a thriving Irish language community, and a rich musical tradition. There was also a resident dolphin called Fungie here, the name given to him by the fishermen. He was a fully grown, middle aged, male bottlenose. His home was Dingle Bay. He has not been seen for a while presumed deceased, but you never know!! Returning back to our hotel to relax before dinner.

Day 6: Depart for Dublin

After breakfast we depart for Dublin, stopping on route at the Irish National Stud (entrance included). The Irish National Stud offers you a unique experience that can be enjoyed at your own leisure or as part of a guided tour. The Japanese Gardens are among the most loved of all Ireland's gardens, a veritable feast for the eye and ear with the sight and sound of trickling streams perfectly complementing the greenery and vivid colours that provide a tranquil backdrop to the beautiful Bridge of Life and Tea House. After our break here we continue onto Dublin and Bray for our last overnight stay at the Wilton Hotel Bray, with dinner.

Day 7: Depart for Home

After an early 'Grab & Go' breakfast and all overnight cases have been loaded onto the coach we travel into Dublin to catch the early morning ferry crossing from Dublin to Holyhead at 8.15hrs. (Breakfast is included on the ferry) Arriving in Holyhead approx 11.50am. We will make our way back through Wales with stops en-route. Arriving home early evening.