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Adare, West Coast of Ireland & the Lakelands
This captivating tour opens up the heart of Ireland to reveal its natural beauty, fascinating history and rich culture. There is so much variety with our base Adare – ‘Ireland’s prettiest village’, ideally placed for our excursion programme, which takes in the formidable Bunratty Castle, and the charming, bustling resort of Killarney in Co. Kerry. Our itinerary also takes us to Cashel, overlooked by the imposing Rock of Cashel.
Tour Includes
- 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Convenient local joining points
6 days from £1,109pp
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Regional departure by coach, then to Holyhead for the ferry to Ireland, then to our overnight hotel.
Includes Dinner
We head west across Ireland, making a short stop in Cashel, to view the famous Rock with its imposing cathedral. Continue to Ireland’s third largest city, Limerick, with a history stretching back to Viking times.
The main focal point of the city is King John Castle, which stands on the banks of the River Shannon. Amongst a host of fine buildings, including two cathedrals, there are also many examples of the Georgian period. We later reach Adare, where we stay for three nights.
Includes Breakfast
Includes Dinner
Included Highlights
Our included excursion takes us to Bunratty and the 15th century Castle, which is the most complete in Ireland and houses fine displays of medieval furniture, utensils and weaponry. Its history stretches over 500 years of turbulence and was finally restored in 1954.
Next to the Castle is the Folk Village, a fascinating collection of authentic 19th century houses and cottages where you get a feeling that time has stood still.
Close by is Ireland’s most famous pub, ‘Durty Nelly’s’, allegedly Irelands oldest pub where we can enjoy Irish hospitality at its best and of course a pint of Guinness. For those of you in need of shopping therapy, a walk round the Village Mills might be more to your taste. We later head to Killaloe, where we offer an optional cruise on the Shannon’s largest lake, Lough Derg.
Enjoy the peace and tranquillity, together with the beautiful scenery, as we leisurely ply the waters.
Includes Breakfast
Includes Dinner
Included Highlights
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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| Lough Derg Lake Cruise | 2025 £16 | 2026 £17 |
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in Euros (cash payments only).
We set off on our optional full day excursion to the picture-postcard town of Killarney, world famous for its beautiful setting.
The town has a good selection of shops, cafés and bars for you to explore before setting off on an optional ride on one of the famous horse-drawn Jaunting Cars through the National Park and along the shores of Lough Leane to Ross Castle.
Includes Breakfast
Includes Dinner
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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| Killarney | 2025 TBC | 2026 TBC |
| Ride on one of the famous horse-drawn Jaunting Cars | 2025 £20 | 2026 £21 |
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in Euros (cash payments only).
Spend part of the morning in 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; the history of which can be seen in the Adare Heritage Centre, which takes you back in time and the exhibition includes a 20 minute film which brings it all to life. The thatched cottages lining Main Street provide a wonderful photo opportunity.
We later leave our hotel and head to Dublin, where our optional sightseeing tour will show you the main highlights. The first thing you notice is the wealth of elegant Georgian architecture, notably in Fitzwilliam and Merrion Squares, which the Irish are proud to preserve and maintain. 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.
Includes Breakfast
Included Highlights
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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| Dublin Sightseeing | 2025 £23 | 2026 £24 |
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in Euros (cash payments only).
To Holyhead, then home.
Includes Breakfast*
Accommodation
You will stay for three nights at the 4-star Fitzgerald’s Woodlands House Hotel, situated in beautiful grounds on the edge of the village of Adare.
Overnight stays in the Dublin area will be in city-style hotel.
Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort
Situated on the shores of the Blessington Lakes, against the stunning backdrop of the Wicklow Mountains. The hotel is set in a 200 acre estate in a spectacular setting. All bedrooms have TV, tea/coffee making facilities and safe. Enjoy a drink in the bar, before taking in the beautiful views across to the lake from the Lime Tree Restaurant.
Hotel Facilities
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General
- 4 Star
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
Room
- TV
- Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Safe Box
- Fridge
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Shower or Bath
- Telephone
- Free Wifi
- Iron or Trouser Press
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Rooms on Request
Hotel
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- WiFi Available
Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel & Spa
Fitzgerald's Woodlands House Hotel, situated in beautiful grounds on the edge of the beautiful village of Adare. The hotel, family owned, has built an enviable reputation due to the excellent facilities and service. All bedrooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, tea/coffee-making facilities and T.V. Relax in Fitzy's Bar, enjoy the fine food served in the elegant restaurant and take a dip in the indoor pool, with sauna, Jacuzzi and steam room. Please note: The Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel & Spa does not have a lift but many rooms are on the ground floor. However, there are a number of steps throughout the hotel, including a step in the bedrooms.
Hotel Facilities
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General
- 4 Star
- Indoor Swimming Pool
Room
- TV
- Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Telephone
- Shower over Bath
- Free Wifi
- Iron or Trouser Press
Accessibility
- Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
- Disabled Rooms Available
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Rooms on Request
Food & Drink
- Vegetarian Meals On Request
- Gluten Free Meals on Request
- Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
- Vegan Menu
Service
- Gym
Hotel
- Swimming Pool
- WiFi Available
Silver Service Coach
More than simply your method of transport, Silver Service offers a coach with added comfort and facilities, such as deluxe reclining seats with leather headrests, an onboard entertainment system, and a spacious rear lounge so you can socialise with your fellow passengers.
Silver Service Features
- Specially designed reclining seats, with leather headrests, footrests and extra legroom.
- A spacious rear lounge where you can relax, socialise and get to know your fellow passengers.
- Our onboard entertainment and satellite navigation system makes your journey fly by.
- Free personal headphones mean you can tune into the music channel, listen to the radio or watch DVDs being played by your crew.
- Personal tables so you can enjoy your refreshments in comfort as you take in the passing scenery.
Reviews
3.2 Out of 5 ( 5 Reviews )
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Quality
3.6 / 5
Value for Money
3.6 / 5
BL, 1 year ago
Good travel and hotels but could done to stay longer in Ireland to justify the travel time getting there and back.
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Alan Flux, 1 year ago
Very interesting and informative. Wonderful hotels and great couriers. Excellent itinerary. We both want to go again.
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Gill Pulford, 1 year ago
The tour itself was lovely but the travelling there and back was 2 full days.
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