River And Rail In Ireland
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TBAR573
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
5 days
5 Days | INCLUDES TRAIN RIDE & DUBLIN RIVER CRUISE!
This short break to the East Coast of Ireland is filled with treats including a guided rail tour and a scenic river cruise! There is also a visit to Kilkenny, where the modern and the medieval fuse. The Summerhill House Hotel in Enniskerry is where glamour and the countryside blend in one of Ireland’s prettiest villages.
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Sunday We take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin and on to our hotel in Enniskerry where we are met with a welcome cocktail.
Monday We make our way to Kilkenny. As Ireland’s medieval capital, it has a mixture of rich cultural heritage, beautiful streetscapes, and great shopping to offer. On our return we travel through the scenic Wicklow Mountains via Glendalough.
Tuesday We begin today with a 90-minute journey on Ireland’s oldest railway, following the coast from Bray, through Dublin to Malahide. We are accompanied by a local tour guide and enjoy a panorama of city, coast and countryside. Upon arrival at the seaside resort of Malahide we are served tea and scones. Following free time in Malahide we return to Bray on a scenic journey via Howth.
Wednesday To Dublin for a 1-hour river cruise that glides under Dublin’s historic bridges whilst we gaze at iconic buildings from a unique vantage point and our expert guide describes the highlights of Irish history. In the afternoon we are free to enjoy Dublin. Perhaps visit the home of a monumental Irish success story, The Guinness Storehouse which is a seven-storey visitor experience dedicated to Ireland’s world-famous stout and has itself become Ireland’s most popular visitor attraction with over a million visitors every year! (entry not included). Our evening meal is followed by an Irish coffee.
Thursday We catch the morning ferry from Dublin back to Holyhead. Breakfast will be served on board and then we take our journey home.
Price Includes
- Return coach travel
- Home pickup & drop off service (see here for details.)
- Ferry crossings
- Tours as indicated (including indicated guided train ride and boat trip)
- Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast (except on last morning when included on boat) and evening meal
Hotel Information
Summerhill House Hotel
3-star hotel set in glorious countryside near to Enniskerry.
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