SHAMROCKS AND LEPRECHAUNS
GIANTS, CASTLES AND A WHOLE LOT OF CRAIC FEATURE ON THIS IRISH FAMILY EXPERIENCE
One for the story books, everything's Eiré about this grand family adventure through the Emerald Isle, which will see you play the Game of Thrones and encounter leprechauns and giants along the way.
About this trip
What's included 9 NIGHTS Accommodation, 14 MEALS, 9 breakfasts, 5 dinners
The Trafalgar difference
FAMILY FUN
Become a medieval archer... dress the part and try your hand at hitting the bullseye. (Day 3)
CONNECT WITH LOCALS
On the edge of the Wild Atlantic Way visit the Feeney's sheep farm, where you'll learn about life on the farm before a 'Be My Guest' morning tea. (Day 6)
STAYS WITH STORIES
County Down's Slieve Donard Resort and Spa features Victorian architecture and a beautiful coastal landscape. (Day 2)
DIVE INTO CULTURE
Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction and monument in Belfast. (Day 5)
Visit Foynes Flying Boat Museum, the only dedicated flying boat museum in the world, to gain insight into the rich history of aviation. (Day 7)
LOCAL SPECIALIST
For included sightseeing in Dublin, Belfast and Londonderry
Sightseeing highlights
ORIENTATION of Limerick and County Galway
VISIT the Giant's Causeway, Titanic Visitor's Centre in Belfast and the Flying Boat Museum in Foynes
VIEW St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin and King John's Castle in Limerick
SEE Dublin's Georgian Squares and St. Mary's Cathedral in Limerick
SCENIC DRIVE of the Ring of Kerry
FERRY across the Shannon estuary
FERRY across the Shannon estuary
Travel highlights
Ferry across the Shannon estuary
Daily breakfast and up to half your evening meals
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Optional Experiences and free time
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
VIP entry to many sights
Itinerary:
Day 1
Arrive Dublin and Afternoon Sightseeing
You're in for a grand time on this family jaunt through the Emerald Isle, which begins in Dublin. Explore the lively Irish capital with your clan in tow before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers this afternoon for a Kick-Off Party and sightseeing tour with your 'Local Specialist'. View St. Patrick's Cathedral, the stately Georgian Squares and Trinity College.
Hotel - Ballsbridge
Included Meals - Kick-Off Party
Day 2
Dublin – Co. Down Coast
No need to follow the rainbow for this morning's chance encounter with Ireland's lucky little people. Visit the home of the last remaining leprechauns with a 'Local Specialist' and learn how your belief in their existence keeps them alive. Journey to County Down, arriving at the Slieve Donard Resort and Spa, one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' and your home for the night. Spend the afternoon at leisure strolling along the waterfront or relaxing at the pool of this lovingly maintained Victorian hotel, where you will also enjoy dinner tonight.
Hotel - Slieve Donard Resort & Spa
Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3
Co. Down Coast – Belfast Sightseeing (2 Nights)
It's time for some 'Family Fun' to play the Game of Thrones. After a leisurely start to your day, head to 'Winterfell Castle Archery Range' movie set for behind-the-scenes insights into this award-winning series. Dress in costumes from the program and try your hand at shooting medieval arrows using ancient bows. Snap a selfie or two, then head to Belfast, your home for the next two nights, where you'll delve into the crossroads of British and Irish culture during an introductory sightseeing tour with a 'Local Specialist'. See the City Hall, Queen's University and the Parliament buildings, then admire the colourful murals that line the city streets, an enduring symbol of Northern Ireland, depicting the region's political and religious divisions.
Hotel - Maldron City
Included Meals - Breakfast
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE
Enjoy Dinner and Drinks in Belfast
Join us for an evening of drinks, good food and true Irish hospitality at one of our favourite local restaurants. One drink included.
Adult Price: £42.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 4
Belfast – Giant's Causeway Excursion
Tread in the footsteps of Finn MacCool - his geometric Giant's Causeway is more the stuff of legends than the result of ancient volcanic activity which left its mark on the Northern Irish coast. Admire the 40,000 interlocking basalt columns that fade into the sea, then view the enchanting tunnel of the Dark Hedges. After a day of myths, legends and Hollywood blockbusters, consider tucking into an optional Fish and Chips pub dinner.
Included Meals - Breakfast
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE
Belfast Walk with Fish and Chips
What better way to soak up the atmosphere of this lively city than to join a local specialist for a stroll through its hidden side streets? We'll have an included drink in a historic pub and continue to a local restaurant for a quintessentially traditional meal; fish and chips.
Adult Price: £39.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 5
Belfast – Londonderry – Sligo
'Dive Into Culture' at the Titanic Belfast Visitor Centre and gain a new perspective into the world's most famous ship and the tragedy that befell it. Then, journey to Londonderry, where we join a 'Local Specialist' who will take us on a stroll along its ancient walls. We continue to Sligo, where we'll dine in our hotel tonight.
Hotel - Clayton
Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6
Sligo – Galway – Limerick
We 'Connect With Locals' and join the Feeneys on their sheep farm located on the edge of the scenic Wild Atlantic Way. Martin will teach you the art of sheepdog handling and you'll learn about the role and use of wool on the farm. You may even get to cuddle puppies before a delicious 'Be My Guest' morning tea with this warm couple. Later, we travel to Galway and enjoy an orientation tour. This evening, consider an Optional Experience to Bunratty Folk Park or the Knappogue Medieval Banquet.
Hotel - Maldron
Included Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE
Bunratty Castle And Folk Park
Come on a visit to the 15th-century Bunratty Castle and admire its fine furnishings, antiques and paintings. With your local specialist, you’ll experience an Ireland of the past, as you wander through the folk park with its thatched cottages and smoky turf fires. In the village, we'll have free time to explore the quaint shops and relax in the local tea room.
Adult Price: €22.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE
Medieval Castle Banquet
Enjoy a banquet and medieval entertainment in the great hall of the castle. The court jester will make an appearance, as will the castle’s musicians and the ladies and gentlemen of the medieval court – giving you an evening you won’t forget.
Adult Price: €73.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 7
Limerick – Cliffs of Moher – Killarney (2 Nights)
Your first stop today is the sheer Cliffs of Moher. Admire how they rise over 200 metres from the pounding surf below. We travel south to the Flying Boat Museum in Foynes. 'Dive Into Culture' as you board a replica Boeing 314 to experience life as a passenger. This afternoon, head to Tralee, where you'll have an opportunity to climb to the top of the Blennerville Windmill and gain insights into the role of this working windmill. Dinner is at your hotel this evening.
Hotel - Innisfallen
Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE
Celtic Steps
Enjoy a spectacular evening of Irish music, song and dance performed by champion dancers and musicians and showcasing the music of Kerry and beyond.
Adult Price: €36.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 8
Ring of Kerry Excursion
Admire Ireland's enduring scenic beauty on one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Circling the spectacular Ring of Kerry, we see mountains, valleys, lakes and sea blend into a landscape that has inspired writers and poets for centuries. The afternoon is free to explore Killarney on your own.
Included Meals - Breakfast
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE
Jaunting Carts and Cruise
Join us for a traditional pony and trap ride through the beautiful Bourne-Vincent National Park to Ross Castle. We've also organised a cruise on the largest lakes, where you'll enjoy hearing anecdotes from our Local Specialist.
Adult Price: €35.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 9
Killarney – Dublin
Visit Blarney Castle and secure your 'gift of the gab' after kissing its Blarney Stone, then journey through the lush landscapes and counties to the capital, Dublin. Our shamrock shenanigans nearing their end, we join our fellow travellers and Travel Director for a rousing Farewell Dinner, aboard a canal barge, tonight to reminisce over the fun we've had with our family and newfound friends.
Hotel - Ballsbridge
Included Meals - Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Day 10
Depart Dublin
For now, it's time to say a fond slán abhaile to your fellow travellers as you close the curtain on an unforgettable journey through the Emerald Isle. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.
Included Meals - Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip
Book with your travel director when you travel
AVAILABLE ON DAY 3
ENJOY DINNER AND DRINKS IN BELFAST
Join us for an evening of drinks, good food and true Irish hospitality at one of our favourite local restaurants. One drink included.
Adult Price: £42.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
AVAILABLE ON DAY 4
BELFAST WALK WITH FISH AND CHIPS
What better way to soak up the atmosphere of this lively city than to join a local specialist for a stroll through its hidden side streets? We'll have an included drink in a historic pub and continue to a local restaurant for a quintessentially traditional meal; fish and chips.
Adult Price: £39.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
AVAILABLE ON DAY 6
BUNRATTY CASTLE AND FOLK PARK
Come on a visit to the 15th-century Bunratty Castle and admire its fine furnishings, antiques and paintings. With your local specialist, you’ll experience an Ireland of the past, as you wander through the folk park with its thatched cottages and smoky turf fires. In the village, we'll have free time to explore the quaint shops and relax in the local tea room.
Adult Price: €22.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
AVAILABLE ON DAY 6
MEDIEVAL CASTLE BANQUET
Enjoy a banquet and medieval entertainment in the great hall of the castle. The court jester will make an appearance, as will the castle’s musicians and the ladies and gentlemen of the medieval court – giving you an evening you won’t forget.
Adult Price: €73.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
AVAILABLE ON DAY 7
CELTIC STEPS
Enjoy a spectacular evening of Irish music, song and dance performed by champion dancers and musicians and showcasing the music of Kerry and beyond.
Adult Price: €36.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
AVAILABLE ON DAY 8
JAUNTING CARTS AND CRUISE
Join us for a traditional pony and trap ride through the beautiful Bourne-Vincent National Park to Ross Castle. We've also organised a cruise on the largest lakes, where you'll enjoy hearing anecdotes from our Local Specialist.
Adult Price: €35.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change
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