County Clare, Galway and Cliffs of Moher

Regional departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to Holyhead for the ferry to Ireland, and onward to our overnight hotel.

Our journey west takes us to Killaloe for a cruise on the Shannon’s largest lake, Lough Derg. Enjoy the peace and tranquillity, together with the beautiful scenery.

We continue to our hotel in Ennis for three nights.

We visit Galway this morning, a thriving, bohemian, cultural city with lots to explore.

We then continue to the spectacular Cliffs of Moher (weather permitting). We include entrance to the excellent Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience. Be sure to take your camera as the views from the 700-feet high cliffs are simply breathtaking.

Visit Adare, which lays claim to being Ireland’s prettiest village, set on the west bank of the River Maigue. The village itself dates back to the Norman Conquest and the thatched cottages lining Main Street provide a wonderful photo opportunity.

We also visit Bunratty with time to explore at leisure. It is home to the 15th century castle, which is the most complete in Ireland and houses fine displays of medieval furniture, utensils and weaponry. Next to the castle is the Folk Village, a fascinating collection of authentic 19th century houses and cottages where you may get a feeling that time has stood still. Close by is Ireland’s most famous pub, ‘Durty Nelly’s’, allegedly Ireland's oldest pub, where you can enjoy Irish hospitality at its best and, of course, a pint of Guinness.

We leave Ennis and retrace our steps back to Dublin, where our optional sightseeing tour will show you the main highlights. The city is divided by the River Liffey, crossed by many bridges, most famously the Ha’penny Bridge and with a host of historic, artistic and literary connections, Dublin has a great deal to fascinate the visitor. We continue to our overnight hotel on the outskirts of the city.

To Holyhead, then home.