6 days - from only £729pp
ABOUT THE TOUR
Enjoy a taste of the real Emerald Isle! A fascinating holiday of contrasting attractions, packed full of shamrock delight. Discover the charm of the Irish people, where traditions remain untouched as we visit many incredible destinations including Waterford, Kilkenny and, of course, the Irish capital, Dublin, on this incredible holiday dedicated to the solo traveller.
TOUR INCLUDES
Day 1:
Regional departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to Holyhead for the ferry to Ireland, and onwards to our hotel in Ireland’s South East corner for four nights.
Included meals: Dinner
Day 2: Free Time or Wexford
Optional excursion to the old Norse estuary town of Wexford once, known as Waesfjord (‘the harbour of the mud flats’), with its narrow winding streets, picturesque harbour, and lively pubs and hostelries.
The town is situated where the River Slaney enters Wexford, once a thriving port. We return to our hotel for an afternoon at leisure.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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TBC | TBC |
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in cash in Euros (for tours to Europe) or Sterling (for UK tours).
Day 3: Waterford
Spend today in the charming town of Waterford, with the oldest city in Ireland, first visited by the Vikings in 852AD.
The walled city has retained much of its medieval character together with the graceful buildings from its 18th-century expansion. The parameters of the 10th-century settlement can be clearly identified in The Viking Triangle. Reginald's Tower is the most historic urban medieval monument in Ireland.
The elegant Chamber of Commerce building, the City Hall and the Bishop's Palace are prime examples of beautiful 18th century architecture.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Kilkenny
This morning we head to the charming inland city of Kilkenny, Ireland’s medieval capital, on our included excursion.
Above the broad sweep of the River Nore sits the castle, while a pretty humpbacked stone bridge leads up into narrow, cheerful streets laced with carefully maintained buildings.
You have free time to explore the town at leisure, perhaps you would like to visit Kilkenny Castle or join our optional walking tour, a popular and enjoyable way to get to know the Medieval Capital of Ireland.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Included Highlights
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
2023 | 2024 | |
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TBC | TBC |
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in cash in Euros (for tours to Europe) or Sterling (for UK tours).
Day 5: Dublin
We leave our hotel and head north through the spectacular Wicklow Mountains. We will visit the town of ‘Ballykissangel’ fame, Avoca, and the valley of the two lakes, Glendalough, celebrated equally for its beauty and for its historical and archaeological interests.
This afternoon we continue to Dublin. The city has plenty to delight even the most familiar visitor. Magnificent Georgian architecture adds drama to every moment.
Live entertainments, charming distractions and tempting indulgences await around every corner.
Our optional sightseeing tour is a popular and enjoyable way to get to know Ireland’s capital.
We continue to our hotel on the outskirts of Dublin for an overnight stay.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Avoca
Included Highlights
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
2023 | 2024 | |
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£21.50 | £23.00 |
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in cash in Euros (for tours to Europe) or Sterling (for UK tours).
Day 6:
Return home.
Included meals: Breakfast*
You will stay for four nights at the 4-star Treacy's Waterford.
Overnight stay will be on the outskirts of the Dublin area and will be in a city-style hotel.
Treacys Hotel, Spa Leisure Centre Waterford is a quality three star heritage hotel that combines modern comfort with quintessential Irish style, featuring spectacular Waterford Crystal chandeliers and rich oak panelling. The hotel is ideally located on the waterfront in historic Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city centre. In a prime location on the quay, the hotel boasts 163 guest bedrooms, thoughtfully designed with comfort in mind, and equipped with T.V., tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryer. The hotel has a restaurant and bar. Enjoy the leisure centre with swimming pool and jacuzzi.
Travel from most joining points is included within your coach holiday price.
See our full list of our joining points.