A Taste Of The Emerald Isle

Itinerary

A Taste of the Emerald Isle

A sprinkling of Irish magic awaits on this delightful four-day break in the heart of the Emerald Isle. Enjoy a stay at our popular hotel, where we enjoy nightly live entertainment, learn how to pull the perfect pint of Guinness and more, plus a lovely itinerary that explores some of the beautiful highlights of this storied landscape, including the famously friendly city of Dublin, the charming town of Wexford and Avoca village, the filming location for the BBC drama, Ballykissangel.

A Taste of the Emerald Isle

We catch the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin and continue onwards to our hotel in Enniscorthy, our base for the next three nights.

A Taste of the Emerald Isle

Today we travel to the county town of Wexford on the mouth of the picturesque River Slaney. This charming town holds plenty of fascinating sights, from the well-preserved ancient West Gate Tower to the beautiful ruined Selskar Abbey which stands on the site where the first Anglo-Irish peace treaty was signed. Here we take the opportunity to wander through the narrow streets or enjoy true Irish hospitality in the many bars and restaurants in the relaxed atmosphere of this delightful town.

A Taste of the Emerald Isle

The medieval city of Dublin awaits on our optional excursion. Once Europe’s fifth largest city with a history that stretches back over a thousand years, Dublin is now one of the most vibrant cities in the world with museums, art galleries, wonderful architecture and numerous friendly pubs serving up the perfect pint of Guinness. We also have the option to join a locally guided tour of the city to get to know Dublin’s wonderful architecture and fascinating past.

A Taste of the Emerald Isle

We check out of our hotel and make a short stop in the small town of Avoca, the filming location of the popular TV series Ballykissangel, before we catch the ferry back to Holyhead. On arrival in Holyhead, we continue our journey home.

A Taste of the Emerald Isle

• Return coach travel & ferry crossings
• 3 nights at the Treacy’s Hotel, Enniscorthy (JG3 rating) with dinner & breakfast (includes a traditional Irish buffet on one evening)
• Free bar (6pm-9pm) on nights 2 & 3 on local brands (beer, wine, spirits & soft drinks)
• Cooking, Guinness pulling & Baileys coffee demonstrations
• Live entertainment every evening
• Excursions to Wexford & Dublin
• En-route visit to Avoca (Ballykissangel)

Optional guided city tour of Dublin (£19pp)

A Taste of the Emerald Isle

• 3 nights at the Treacy’s Hotel, Enniscorthy (JG3 rating) with dinner & breakfast (includes a traditional Irish buffet on one evening)
• Excursions to Wexford & Dublin
• En-route visit to Avoca (Ballykissangel)

Accommodation

Treacy's Hotel, Enniscorthy, Republic of Ireland JG3

Located in the heart of Enniscorthy, County Wexford, Treacy’s Hotel offers comfortable en-suite rooms with tea and coffee-making facilities, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and a hairdryer. Some guests may stay in the Slaney Suites, apartment-style accommodation just 120 metres from the main hotel, with the same standards and in-room facilities. Check-in, reception, meals and entertainment are all at Treacy’s Hotel. Facilities include a restaurant, bar and fitness centre, while guests can also access the Waterfront Leisure Centre across the road, with a gym, swimming pool, steam room and sauna.

‘Absolutely the best coach trip ever. Treacys Hotel in Ireland was absolutely fantastic...food was so lovely, room perfect, staff ever so friendly...day trips perfect...loved the Irish music in the evening.’ – J Davies

Hotel Rating

Hotels with a JG3 rating tend to be a more formal style of hotel, often part of a hotel chain, or are very-welcoming family-owned properties. Generally, they offer a greater range of facilities and services, and bedrooms tend to be a little more spacious with additional features. Public areas are larger and include lounge seating, bar and restaurant with good quality food served either buffet style or waiter service.