Ireland always offers a very warm welcome along with all of the delights that you would expect from a land full of charm and endless beauty. Discover its appeal on a tour that visits some of the most beautiful places in this special Country and gives a taste of what the unspoilt Ireland really has to offer. The River Island is a hotel that welcomes us back every year and unfailingly offers our passengers a homely haven, centrally located in the vibrant market town of Castleisland.
Itinerary
Wednesday We make an early start from Cornwall to catch the Irish Ferry from Pembroke to Rosslare in the afternoon. We complete the journey to Waterford and Dooleys Hotel for our first night and Dinner, Bed and breakfast.
Thursday We have a leisurely start to our day today. We will begin by travelling to Blarney and including a visit to the Castle to take part in the tradition of kissing the Blarney Stone. You will also have time to visit the Blarney Woollen Mill close to the village green offering an excellent range of genuine Irish products. We will then make our way to the River Island Hotel at Castleisland, our base for the next 3 nights.
Friday A guided day excursion to the beautiful Ring of Kerry, 100 miles of spectacular scenery around the Iveragh Penninsula dominated by Mac Gillcuddys Reeks. You will enjoy the fabulous views of Dingle Bay and the Penninsula beyond before we travel on to Waterville at Derryvane overlooking Ballinskelligs Bay. This mystical & unspoilt region of Ireland has attracted visitors for hundreds of years. Its spectacular beauty is beyond question and the area offers an important insight into ancient heritage of Ireland.
Saturday A full day excursion to Killarney set in the Irish Lake District and internationally renowned for its scenic beauty. The most popular way to learn about the town and its lakes is to take a jaunting car ride or boat cruise on the lake. The Tangney family have been running these excursions from the centre of Killarney for five generations. The tour runs through the Killarney Natural Park and along the edge of Lough Leane to Ross Castle. From here you can catch the “Lilly of Killarney” to cruise along the lake, a memorable way to view the surrounding mountains. Back in town, St Mary’s Cathedral is well worth a visit and also leave plenty of time for lunch and exploring the quaint and colorful streetscapes that make up the town centre.
Sunday Today we depart Castleisland and travel to Cork which like Venice has grown from a series of islands into a cosmopolitan city. You will have free time for shopping and lunch before continuing our journey along the coast to Dungarvan, a beautiful seaside market town. You will have time to visit Dungarven Castle or just relax at one of the harbour-side cafes. We then continue our journey to the Maldron Hotel, Wexford for our final night in Ireland.
Monday After a good breakfast we make our return journey on the morning ferry from Rosslare to Pembroke arriving home in Cornwall late Evening.
Terms
Limited number of single rooms available at a supplement of £85
Home pick up available from most areas at a cost of £10 per person
A £100.00 non-returnable and non-transferable deposit per person is required at time of booking to secure your seat, the balance payable 6 weeks prior to departure. Tour subject to loading.
Total Price Includes:
* Coach Travel * Ferry Crossings * Holiday Insurance * 5 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast * Excursions as detailed *
* Guided tour of The Ring of Kerry * Entertainment as detailed * Free Parking at Depot *
* Pick up points in most towns & villages *