Day 1 - We start with a local departure for our journey to the Welsh port where we board the ferry for the sea crossing to Ireland. We make our way to our first overnight stay at the Rochestown Lodge, Dun Laoghaire with dinner, bed & breakfast in en-suite bedrooms and tea/coffee making facilities. Features include bar, restaurant and leisure facilities.
Day 2 – We travel to Shannon for a 90 minute cruise taking in Lough Derg with stunning views as you listen to local folklore and legends. After we continue to the traditional village of Adare before we make our way to Treacys West County Hotel, Ennis for the next 2 nights with dinner, bed & breakfast. All rooms are en-suite with tea/coffee making facilities. Features include restaurant, bar and leisure facilities.
Day 3 – We head to the Shannon ferry to cross over the river and head to Listowel to experience the unusual recreation of the 1888 Lartigue Monorail Train. Next it’s on to the Foynes Flying Boat and Maritime Museum where we see the world’s only full size B314 Flying Boat from the 1937-1945 era. Return to the hotel later in time for dinner.
Day 4 - Today we travel to Tipperary and The Rock of Cashel and enjoy a trip on the Waterford and Suir Valley railway. Experience the beauty of the Suir Valley as you take in the panoramic views of the river, rolling farmland and mountains. Afterwards continue to Treacy’s Hotel, Waterford for 2 nights dinner, bed & breakfast accommodation in en-suite rooms with tea/coffee making facilities. Features include 2 bars, lounge area and leisure facilities.
Day 5 – A guided walking tour of Waterford – Ireland’s oldest city. You may like to visit the Waterford Crystal visitor centre and there is free time to explore the heritage quarter museums. Return to the hotel in time for dinner.
Day 6 – Morning visit to the town of New Ross and the Dunbrody Famine Ship, an authentic replica of the 19th century famine ship. Continue to the Rochestown Lodge, Dun Laoghaire for our final overnight stop with dinner, bed & breakfast.
Day 7 – Depart after breakfast for our journey home.
Please Note: If any of the attractions, train journeys etc., are unavailable or offered in a different form - no compensation will be payable.