6 DAY ANCIENT IRELAND TOUR SAMPLE ITINERARY

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1 IMPORTANT: Please note that this itinerary is a framework for the tour. This means that: 6 DAY ANCIENT IRELAND TOUR SAMPLE ITINERARY 1. The overnights are pretty much set in stone and then we base each tour on the items in the list below. 2. Your guide will discuss the options with you throughout the tour and plan from there. This gives us flexibility to adapt each tour to suit you and fit in with the weather conditions. 3. This of course means that some things may not be included in your tour, but if there is something that you particularly want to do or see on your tour, mention it to your guide and he or she will see if it can be included. HIGHLIGHTS: REVEL AT SOME OF EUROPE S VERY BEST SCENERY : The Wicklow Mountains - Ireland s largest single area of upland Wilderness. The Knockmealdown Mountains and the Golden Vale of Tipperary. The Comeragh Drive through some of the least visited Irish mountains. The Hook Head Peninsula and the unspoilt Copper Coast of Waterford ENJOY SOME OF IRELAND S HISTORIC BUILDINGS : Kilkenny Castle, St Canice s Cathedral and the Round Tower - all within Kilkenny City Loftus Hall - The most haunted building in Ireland Jerpoint Park - Hear the fascinating story of the lost town of Jerpoint. Altamount House and Gardens - A great example of a Robinsonian style garden Blarney castle and gardens - Kiss the world-famous stone or get away from the crowds and explore the extensive grounds of the castle Visit the grave of Santa Claus VISIT SOME OF IRELAND S ANCIENT HISTORICAL SITES : Glendalough, A 5th Century Monastic Site nestled in the Wicklow Mountains Rathgall - Ireland s largest ancient Ringfort The Hook Head Lighthouse - the world s oldest continually working lighthouse The Ardmore Round Tower EVOCATIVE REMINDERS OF IRELAND S TURBULENT PAST: The Dunbrody Famine Ship and the harrowing story of the Irish famine. The Ros Tapestry and the story of the arrival of the Anglo Normans in Ireland Cobh/Queenstown - Centre of mass emigration and last port of call of the Titanic

2 A VISIT TO SOME OF IRELAND S LEADING NAMES: Waterford Crystal Factory - The World s most famous crystal producer. Jameson Distillery in Midleton - Arguably the home of Irish whiskey Stephen Pearce Pottery - A renowned Irish craftsman OVERNIGHTING IN: Kilkenny - Ireland s medieval capital and only inland city. Waterford Castle Hotel - Intimate five star luxury on its own private island. Kinsale - Ireland s attractive gourmet capital Ballycotton Bay on the south coast of County Cork

3 DAY 1 Dublin to Kilkenny Depart Grand Canal Hotel at 8:10am. Take the coastal road out of Dublin to the Wicklow Mountains and one of Ireland s great treasures, Glendalough. After that it's over the mountains for some ancient history and more recent grandeur before heading to Kilkenny for the night. 1. First major stop is St Kevin s 5th Century monastic site at Glendalough where you will be guided through the ancient buildings and graveyard. 2. Optional stroll through the Wicklow National Park to the lakes that give Glendalough its name. 3. Cross over the Wicklow Mountains, Ireland s largest area of upland wilderness via the Wicklow Gap and descend into the middle of Ireland. 4. Lunch in the Hollywood Inn, Hollywood. After which Hollywood, CA. is named. 5. Discover Rathgall Hill fort, Ireland s largest (by diameter) Ringfort with great views of the surrounding countryside. 6. Wander through the gardens of Altamont House in Carlow - the jewel in Ireland s gardening crown. 7. Arrive in Kilkenny where your guide will recommend excellent places for dinner and a drink. (Average drive time: 3 hours 15 minutes) ACCOMMODATION: Overnight in The Pembroke Hotel, Kilkenny City

4 DAY 2 Kilkenny to Waterford Kilkenny is Ireland s great medieval city, so much of the morning is spent exploring the city or some of its historic sites. Then we travel through some of Ireland s greenest landscapes to the lost town of Jerpoint. Visit the Dunbrody Famine ship before overnighting in a castle on its own private island! 1. Kilkenny morning, here you have free time to either explore the town or visit the following: Kilkenny Castle, St Canice s Cathedral, The Smithwick's Brewery ( 15 into Brewery or 13 for students and seniors), The Round Tower 2. See history unearthed and hear the amazing story of the lost town of Newtown Jerpoint. There is also the chance to witness a masterclass in sheepdog handling at this working farm. (He can even herd geese!). 3. Lunch in the picturesque heritage town of Inistioge on the banks of the River Nore. 4. An essential stop to the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, where the often-tragic story of Irish emigration is brought to life on the reproduction 1840 s emigrant vessel. 5. Or learn the story of the Anglo-Norman invasion (the English basically!) into Ireland in 1169 through the Ros Tapestries. (Average drive time: 2 hours 30 minutes) ACCOMMODATION: Overnight in Waterford Castle - a luxurious castle hotel on its own island! Please note on our 10th June and 19th August departure we will not be staying in Waterford Castle Hotel but will be staying in the Pembroke Hotel for two nights in Kilkenny.

5 DAY 3 Waterford to Wexford It s a sunny south east kind of day today as we explore the very bottom right hand corner of Ireland - County Wexford. From the world s oldest continually working lighthouse to fishing villages, castles and abbeys, it s a day you won t forget. We are staying in the stunning Waterford Castle again tonight so, you don t have to pack up in the morning. 1. Hook Lighthouse is the world s oldest continually working lighthouse and the origin of the term, by Hook or by Crook 2. Get spooked at Loftus Hall, the impressive stately home that claims to be Ireland s most haunted building. 3. Enjoy a lunch of the freshest local produce in the fishing village of Fethard-on-Sea 4. Walk in awe around Tintern Abbey, once one of the most powerful Cistercian Abbeys in Ireland. 5. Experience the excellent free tour of Ballyhack Castle before catching the ferry back across to Waterford castle. If you feel like taking a day off from touring you can always relax at the castle and enjoy some of their optional activities such as: Golf, clay pigeon shooting, falconry or indulge yourself with a spa treatment (or two). (Average drive time: 2 Hours) ACCOMMODATION: Overnight in Waterford Castle - a luxurious castle hotel on its own island!

6 DAY 4 Waterford to Ballycotton Today is all about Waterford and the south coast. Waterford is home to some of Ireland s greatest 18th Century architecture and has a legacy of great craftsmanship in silverware, building and of course crystal. We then travel west along the coast into County Cork to spend the night overlooking the sea in Ballycotton Bay. 1. Visit the iconic Waterford House of Crystal, home to one of Ireland s most renowned exports and craftspeople. 2. Discover the Viking Triangle in this city of Nordic origins. 3. Immerse yourself in history of Waterford in the Bishop s Palace Museum. 4. Go back in time in Ireland s only medieval museum in Reginald s Tower - once the centerpiece of the city s defences. Leaving Waterford behind:. 1. Possible scenic drive through the Comeragh Mountains. 2. Stroll up to the scenic Mahon Falls. 3. Visit Mount Melleray Abbey in Cappoquin - one of Ireland s few remaining working monasteries (Average drive time: 2 hours 30 minutes) ACCOMMODATION: Bayview Hotel, Ballycotton, County Cork

7 DAY 5 Ballycotton to Kinsale We are exploring Cork - Ireland s largest county - today which, as you will see, is diverse in terms of scenery, coastlines and history. After a bit of whiskey tasting there are visits to locations that have witnessed events that would shape Irish and International history. 1. Visit to the Choctaw Memorial in Midleton, built as a thank you from the Irish people to Native Americans for their help during the Great Hunger. 2. The Water of Life! A taste of Irish whiskey at its undisputed home - The Jameson Distillery in Midleton 3. Call into the town of Cobh (AKA Queenstown) on Cork Harbour - a centre of mass emigration and the last port of call of the Titanic - and a visit to the excellent Queenstown Experience. 4. Heading into West Cork we stop at Beal na Blath (the mouth of the flowers) and the ambush site of General Michael Collins in A poignant reminder of one of the key moments in Irish history 5. Then it's back to the coast to overnight in the picture-postcard town of Kinsale, Ireland s gourmet capital. (Average drive time 3 hours) ACCOMMODATION: The Blue Haven/Old Bank House in Kinsale

8 DAY 6 Kinsale to Dublin Sadly, it s the last day of the journey and time to head home to Dublin, but first we have some major attractions to see! You can explore Cork city, kiss the world-famous Blarney stone and visit the iconic Rock of Cashel. 1. Firstly, you have the choice of exploring Cork city, including the world famous English Market (Where Queen Elizabeth II came and did her grocery shop!) 2. Or Kiss the World-Famous Blarney Stone or get away from the crowds and explore the extensive grounds and gardens ( 18 per person, 16 if booked online ). 3. Depart Cork City and travel Northwest through Counties Cork, Limerick, Tipperary, Kildare and Dublin. 4. The Magnificent Rock of Cashel one of Ireland s greatest historical sites (included in tour price). 5. Drive through the Curragh Racecourse once used as the Braveheart film set. (Average drive time: 4 hours) Arrive back in Dublin at about 6pm. Drop off at the Grand Canal Hotel, Dublin 4

9 Tour Price: 1,729pps for For 2019 prices, click here. Single Supplement: 300 Whats included: Journey of discovery in a Driftwood mini coach tour vehicle. Services of highly trained professional Driftwood tour guide 6 full days on tour 5 nights accommodation including two nights in a luxury 5 star castle hotel 5 Full Irish breakfasts Most daily activities and visits Entrance fees Jerpoint Park, House of Waterford Crystal, Jameson Distillery, Dunbrody Famine Ship Ferry tickets All relevant taxes Guaranteed departure and tour price from the moment you make your deposit Loads of laughs Optional Extras: Blarney Castle 18 ( 16 if booked online) Kilkenny Castle 8 Queenstown Experience 10 The Ross Tapestry 7 Smithwicks Brewery Bishops Palace Museum 15, ( 13 for seniors) 7 ( 6 for students or seniors)

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