Killarney & the Ring of Kerry

Killarney & the Ring of Kerry

 

8 days 17^th June 2024

 

Join us on this superb Irish tour to one of the most popular areas of Southern Ireland in County Kerry. Staying at a 4* superbly appointed hotel in a prime position in the centre of Killarney, offering first class hospitality and nightly live entertainment. We are including a traditional Jaunting car ride, a scenic lake cruise, Muckross house & farm, the Cobh Harbour Titanic tour and of course a full guided day around the beautiful ring of Kerry.

 

Tour Itinerary

           

Monday – Leaving Wiltshire we travel to Pembroke and our ferry over to Rosslare. We arrive at our overnight hotel in Wexford in time for dinner.

 

Tuesday – We continue our journey down to County Kerry via County Cork with a lunchtime stop at Blarney castle, and an opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone! We arrive at our main hotel in Killarney mid-afternoon with time to settle in before tonight’s dinner followed by entertainment.

 

Wednesday – A coach free day for you all today, when after breakfast we will enjoy a traditional Irish ‘Jaunting car’ experience and a ride through the scenic national park. Leaving from and returning to our hotel, gives you the rest of the day to do as you please, explore the town on your doorstep or to use the superb leisure facilities in the hotel.

 

Thursday – The highlight of the tour for many will be todays guided tour of the beautifully scenic ‘Ring of Kerry’. Formed during the last ice age, this picturesque peninsular with its traditional villages, lush countryside and ocean views makes this a wonderful 100 mile drive complemented by a fully trained guide. Plenty of stops and points of interest throughout the day.

 

Friday – This morning we take you on a scenic lake cruise on the world famous ‘Lakes of Killarney’ followed by a visit to the 19^th century mansion within the Killarney national park on the shores of Muckross Lake ‘Muckross House’. Built between 1839-43, by Scottish architect William Burn, it was built for the Herbert family. Staying in the family for generations the Herberts undertook extensive garden works for the preparation of the visit in 1861 by Queen Victoria! The estate is made up of 3 farms, formal and informal grounds, a weavers, a garden restaurant and of course the beautiful mansion itself, all of which you can explore at your own pace.       

 

Saturday – A free day for you to enjoy Killarney as you wish.

 

Sunday – We leave Killarney today and visit the ‘Titanic’s late port of call’ at the Cobh visitor centre located in the historic White star line building, the very last place from where the passengers departed. Take the guided tour and retrace the footsteps of our Queenstown passengers. A unique experience to take you on a virtual journey to board the Titanic for her Maiden voyage to New York. Immersed in life on board you’ll learn a little about the conditions on board for 3^rd and 1^st class passengers. You’ll visit the exhibition area with audio visual screens and story boards and the story room to learn the fate of the Queenstown passengers. A fascinating tour for a unique and emotive journey back in time. We will have time for lunch here before continuing to County Waterford and a visit to the city of Waterford, Irelands oldest city. Free time to explore the famous Waterford crystal or the Waterford museum of treasures. We finish the day at our overnight hotel in Wexford arriving for our 3-course evening meal and a relaxing evening.

 

Monday – An early start this morning to catch our morning ferry back to Wales. Complimentary hot drinks and biscuits on the coach before we board the ferry where you will all have vouchers for a full breakfast on board at a time that suits you. Once back in Wales we continue our journey home arriving back in Wiltshire late afternoon after your memorable holiday in the Emerald Isles.

 

Your Hotels

 

Maldron Hotel – Wexford 2 nights

 

4* Killarney Towers Hotel - Killarney 5 nights

 

Both hotels have en-suite bedrooms with TV, hairdryer, hospitality trays, telephone, and Wi-Fi. Bar, lounges, lift, and leisure facilities including indoor heated swimming pool, jacuzzi and steam room.

 

Price Includes

Luxury Coach Travel with Extra Leg Room

Home Pickup, Full Hostess Service

7 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast (One Breakfast on Board Returning Ferry)

Return Ferry Crossings

Porterage

Guided Tour of Ring of Kerry

Entrance to Muckross House, Gardens & Farms

Entrance to Cobh Titanic Experience

Jaunting Car Ride From Hotel

Scenic Boat Cruise on Killarney Lakes

Visits to Blarney Castle & Waterford

 

8 Days £1,140.00

Single Supplement £230 (Limited)

Double for Sole use