Northern Ireland & the Atlantic Coast: Dublin, Donegal, Westport & More
- Duration
- 6 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,253
FIRST-CLASS | SMALL GROUP: From Dublin, combine the gentle beauty of the Antrim coast and glens with the wild and rugged west coast of Ireland. Add visits to Belfast, Londonderry and the Giant’s Causeway and you have a well rounded insight into some of Ireland’s most outstanding regions.
This small group experience (maximum 16 participants) gets you off the beaten track so you get a real feel for the country. Our guides are hand-picked for their pride and passion for their country. Transportation is in modern Mercedes Benz mini-coaches and accommodation is in 3 star country hotels.
Depart from Dublin heading north to the city of Belfast. Have a tour of the city which includes the Albert Memorial Clock Tower (compared to the Tower of Pisa), the Opera house, Queen’s University and the Botanical Gardens. Later enjoy the newly opened Titanic Experience where a recreated story of the World’s most famous ship is exhibited complete with interactive exhibition. Continue north into Antrim through its beautiful glens arriving at the coast at Ballycastle. From here, arrive at the fascinating spectacular Giants Causeway which is reputed to be 60 million years old. Legend has it that it was built by a fictitious Irish Giant under the sea all the way to Scotland to the east. Then travel to Portrush for overnight.
Depart the next morning for Londonderry and have a walking tour of this old walled city before heading west to Donegal stopping at the Sliabh Llag Peninsula, a picturesque mountain region with great views of the Atlantic Ocean. Arrive in Donegal for overnight accommodation.
The following day, travel through County Sligo associated with W. B. Yeats. Visit Carrowmore Cemetery with its 60 stone circles and passage tombs which are around 5000 years old and date back to the Stone Age. Also visit Ben Bulben, a rocky mountain formation. Later arrive at Achill Island in County Mayo, the largest island off the coast of the country with a long history and archaeological findings. Arrive at the town of Westport for a 2 night stay.
The next morning, explore Connemara, the land of mountains, rivers, lakes and small villages where the Gaelic language is still widely spoken. This area is the wildest and most remote part of the country. Travel through the wild mountainous Connemara National Park with its diverse flora and fauna. Visit attractive ancient Clifden, the largest town in Connemara and the Twelve Bens, a series of steep sided mountain peaks. The day will end with an 11 kilometre/7 mile drive on the Sky Road which takes in wonderful coastal scenery. Return to Westport.
Your next day brings a further exploration into Connemara including the village of Cong situated on an island. Stop at Cong Abbey with its interesting early Irish architecture dating back to the 12th Century. You will then visit the unusual Quiet Man Museum which depicts aspects of the 1951 movie of the name filmed here starring John Wayne. Continue to Galway City, a bustling town with a lively nightlife, charming pedestrian streets and numerous pubs and cafes. Then it is time to complete your journey heading back to Dublin.
Accommodation in Dublin
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Portmarnock Hotel And Golf Links
Tucked away in a quiet corner of 'The Velvet Strand', one of Ireland’s most stunning stretches of uninterrupted coastline - the historic Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links, once the family home of the Jameson Dynasty, has been entirely re imagined to complement a breathtaking seaside …
Tucked away in a quiet corner of 'The Velvet Strand', one of Ireland’s most stunning stretches of uninterrupted coastline - the historic Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links, once the family home of the Jameson Dynasty, has been entirely re imagined to complement a breathtaking seaside location and to accommodate the busy, modern guest, just 15 minutes from Dublin International Airport.
With an award-winning Links Golf Course, an award-winning Spa, and two award-winning restaurants, Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links appeals as much to the business traveler, as to the golf enthusiasts or the quiet-seekers in search of some coastal respite. From the more active to fitness fans, the doorstep-beach spans a five-mile, pristine sandy stretch for before-breakfast joggers or for long romantic sunrise or sunset strolls. The neighboring picturesque fishing villages of Malahide and Howth offer celebrated specialist seafood fare and with Dublin City Centre and Grand Canal Dock less than a 25 minute drive away, there is quite literally, something for everyone.Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Convention facilities
- Golf Course
- Restaurant(s)
- Wedding Facilities
- Wireless Internet Access
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The Alex Hotel Dublin - South
The Dublin City centre O'Callaghan Alex Hotel was the third hotel in the O'Callaghan Hotels group on the corner of Merrion Square. This hotel welcomes you into its spacious lobby where you will be greeted with a warm welcome. Located off one of the corners …
The Dublin City centre O'Callaghan Alex Hotel was the third hotel in the O'Callaghan Hotels group on the corner of Merrion Square. This hotel welcomes you into its spacious lobby where you will be greeted with a warm welcome. Located off one of the corners of Merrion Square, O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel is close to the Georgian Squares where business and culture are intertwined and is only a few minutes walk from Trinity College and the popular shopping street, Grafton Street.
Facilities
- Bar
- Fitness Centre
- Meeting Rooms Available
- Parking Nearby ($)
- Restaurant
- WiFi
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Riu Plaza The Gresham Hotel
The Gresham Hotel is the best known of all the hotels in Dublin City. Situated in the heart of the City, the hotel is located on O'Connell Street and is just a short walk from Croke Park, Temple Bar, the IFSC and the new Convention …
The Gresham Hotel is the best known of all the hotels in Dublin City. Situated in the heart of the City, the hotel is located on O'Connell Street and is just a short walk from Croke Park, Temple Bar, the IFSC and the new Convention Centre Dublin (CCD). The hotel is close to the shopping districts of the city making it the ideal Dublin City Centre Hotel for your business or leisure needs. The extension to the LUAS Red Line makes it easy for you to travel to the Three Arena Dublin and Convention Centre Dublin.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- Bar
- Business Centre
- Coffee/Tea
- Conference Facilities
- Gym/Fitness Centre
- Hairdryers
- Housekeeping Service
- Internet Access
- Laundry Service
- Lobby
- Non-Smoking Rooms
- Restaurant(s)
- TV
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Cassidy's Hotel
Cassidys Hotel, Dublin 1, is situated in the heart of Dublins city centre opposite the famous Gate theatre on Upper O'Connell Street and close to everything a visitor to Dublin could want. Dublin's shopping districts and museums are all within a short stroll of Cassidys …
Cassidys Hotel, Dublin 1, is situated in the heart of Dublins city centre opposite the famous Gate theatre on Upper O'Connell Street and close to everything a visitor to Dublin could want. Dublin's shopping districts and museums are all within a short stroll of Cassidys hotel. This Dublin hotel forms one of the cities famous Georgian terraces on Parnell square.
Facilities
- Babysitting Services
- Bar
- Car Hire
- City tours
- Complimentary WI-FI
- Conference Centre
- Currency Exchange
- Doctor on Call
- Fitness Centre
- Ironing Facilities
- Laundry Service
- Luggage Storage
- Multi-lingual Staff
- Restaurant
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The Merrion Hotel
The Merrion Hotel, located in the heart of Dublin city centre, is the capital's most luxurious five star hotel and a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World. The Merrion Hotel is home to the 2-star Michelin Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, The Cellar Bar …
The Merrion Hotel, located in the heart of Dublin city centre, is the capital's most luxurious five star hotel and a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World. The Merrion Hotel is home to the 2-star Michelin Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, The Cellar Bar and Restaurant and the intimate No. 23 Cocktail Bar. An impeccable restoration of four Georgian townhouses, The Merrion Hotel is a marriage of exquisite comfort, relaxed elegance and advanced guest facilities, including free Wi-Fi, an 18m pool, spa and gym. This luxury hotel is to be found in the heart of Georgian Dublin, opposite Government Buildings and a few minutes' walk from galleries, museums, the I.F.S.C, Dublin Convention Centre, pubs, restaurants and the shops of Grafton Street.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- 24 Hour Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Babysitting Services
- Business Centre
- Check-In Time
- Concierge
- Currency Exchange
- Doctor on Call
- Internet Access - Wireless
- Luggage Storage
- Multi-lingual Staff
- Porter Service
- TV
- Wakeup Calls Available
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Brooks Hotel Dublin
Situated only minutes from Grafton Street in the fashionable heart of Dublin city, Brooks Hotel is the perfect place to stay, whether for business or pleasure. Most of the city's key attractions are within walking distance to the hotel and include: the best shopping streets …
Situated only minutes from Grafton Street in the fashionable heart of Dublin city, Brooks Hotel is the perfect place to stay, whether for business or pleasure. Most of the city's key attractions are within walking distance to the hotel and include: the best shopping streets in the capital, St. Stephen's Green, the Guinness storehouse the Irish parliament building, Dail Eireann, Christchurch Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Trinity College and many popular art galleries, theatres, museums and entertainment venues. The Luas servicing Dundrum shopping centre is just a few minutes' walk away and the Dart station is only 10 minutes' walk from the hotel.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- Air Conditioning
- Bar
- Business Centre
- Fitness Centre
- Housekeeping Service
- Laundry
- Library
- Lounge
- Meeting Rooms Available
- Room Service
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Ashling Hotel
The Ashling Hotel Dublin offers a great central location, adjacent to Heuston Station, Dublin Zoo, Kilmainham Gaol, Collins Barracks and on the Luas red line, making it the ideal choice for Dublin Hotels. The hotel is also only a short stroll away from St. James's …
The Ashling Hotel Dublin offers a great central location, adjacent to Heuston Station, Dublin Zoo, Kilmainham Gaol, Collins Barracks and on the Luas red line, making it the ideal choice for Dublin Hotels. The hotel is also only a short stroll away from St. James's Gate, making it the perfect choice for Guinness Storehouse Hotels. You'll know when you have arrived at the Ashling Hotel Dublin City - a genuinely warm welcome, spacious bedrooms, strategic location and friendly, professional staff - all combine to offer you a unique experience throughout your stay - the ideal hotel in Dublin!
Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- Bar
- Coffee/Tea
- Gift Shop
- Internet Access
- Laundry Service
- Lobby
- Luggage Storage
- Meeting Rooms Available
- Parking
- Restaurant
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The Fleet Street Hotel
Perfectly located in the heart of Temple Bar, in the midst of cool cafes, traditional bars and trendy shops The Fleet Street Hotel offers affordable comfort mixed with modern style. Within a moments walk you will find major attractions such as Trinity College, the famous …
Perfectly located in the heart of Temple Bar, in the midst of cool cafes, traditional bars and trendy shops The Fleet Street Hotel offers affordable comfort mixed with modern style. Within a moments walk you will find major attractions such as Trinity College, the famous Grafton Street, O' Connell Street and The Convention Centre Dublin.
Described as funky, cool and friendly. The Fleet Street has grown into its own, with newly refurbished hotel accommodation that offers a mixture of new elegance rooms, double rooms, twin rooms, family and triple rooms to suit each individual's needs.Facilities
- Bar
- Complimentary WI-FI
- Garden Terrace
- Grouned Coffee at Lobby
- Lounge
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Academy Plaza Hotel
An exceptional 3 star hotel, The Academy Plaza is perfect for any leisure traveler visiting Dublin looking for a mid priced hotel with fantastic location to experience everything the city has to offer. Rooms are very comfortable and proximity to all the renowned attractions is …
An exceptional 3 star hotel, The Academy Plaza is perfect for any leisure traveler visiting Dublin looking for a mid priced hotel with fantastic location to experience everything the city has to offer. Rooms are very comfortable and proximity to all the renowned attractions is perfect. Guests can avail of the Clerys Q-Park facility which is situated across the road from the Hotel. This secure car park is open 24 hours a day and offers a discounted daily rate for Academy Plaza guests. Ideally located just a few steps away from Dublin's bustling O'Connell Street, Academy Plaza Hotel is a 5 minute walk from Connolly Train Station and just a short stroll from the Writers Museum and the lively nightlife of Temple Bar. There is an air coach stop at the Academy Plaza, which is next to the hotel and is a cost effective method of getting to/from Dublin Airport. The 304 contemporary air conditioned bedrooms are decorated in rich colours. Rooms feature flat-screen LCD televisions, work desks, laptop sized safe and marble-finished bathrooms. There is also complimentary wireless internet and tea and coffee facilities.
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O'Callaghan Davenport Hotel
The Davenport Hotel, nestled in the heart of Georgian Dublin is undoubtedly one of Dublin's best locations for meetings, conferences and events. The hotel is close to transport links from every part of the country, by LUAS, coach, train, DART or by car and the …
The Davenport Hotel, nestled in the heart of Georgian Dublin is undoubtedly one of Dublin's best locations for meetings, conferences and events. The hotel is close to transport links from every part of the country, by LUAS, coach, train, DART or by car and the Aircoach stops beside the hotel so delegates flying in to the city have a direct link to Dublin Airport.
Facilities
- Bar
- Restaurant
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- Duration
- 6 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,253
Itinerary View Trip Map
Taxi Dublin Airport to Dublin City Hotel
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Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch
Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is a perfectly situated Dublin City hotel with various cultural gems just a stone's throw away. Opposite our hotel sits one thousand year old Christ Church Cathedral which has stunning architecture and a unique heritage. Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is also located close to the Temple Bar Sector of the city, which offers a busy hub of food, drink and entertainment, and houses a plethora of restaurants, bars and cafes including the Hard Rock Cafe. Shopping is an easy 11 minute walk to Grafton Street where there is an extensive selection of high street stores with the beautiful St Stephens Green completing the route.
| Meal Plan | Full Breakfast |
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| Duration | 1 Night |
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Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch |
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Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch
Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is a perfectly situated Dublin City hotel with various cultural gems just a stone's throw away. Opposite our hotel sits one thousand year old Christ Church Cathedral which has stunning architecture and a unique heritage. Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is also …
Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is a perfectly situated Dublin City hotel with various cultural gems just a stone's throw away. Opposite our hotel sits one thousand year old Christ Church Cathedral which has stunning architecture and a unique heritage. Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is also located close to the Temple Bar Sector of the city, which offers a busy hub of food, drink and entertainment, and houses a plethora of restaurants, bars and cafes including the Hard Rock Cafe. Shopping is an easy 11 minute walk to Grafton Street where there is an extensive selection of high street stores with the beautiful St Stephens Green completing the route.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- Coffee/Tea Making Facilities
- Conference Facilities
- Hairdryers
- Housekeeping Service
- Internet Access - Wireless
- Laundry Service
- Lounge
- Luggage Storage
- Multi-lingual Staff
- TV
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Dublin to Belfast, the Antrim Coast and Giant's Causeway
Please make your own way to the starting point - opposite the Kilkenny Shop (Nassau St, Dublin) - for the 9:00am departure. Ensure you arrive at least 30 minutes early. This morning, you will meet your tour guide in Dublin for the first leg of the Journey and take off for Belfast. You will have a tour of some of the key areas in the city and visit the redeveloped Titanic Quarter.
In the afternoon, head to the Antrim Coast and Glens. You will ride along the coastline from Ballycastle to the famous Giant's Causeway, which you can explore before heading to Portrush.
Overnight in Portrush.
| Duration | 1 Night |
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Moderate Hotel Portrush |
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Moderate Hotel Portrush
We try to reserve accommodation that's no more than a 20-minute walk from the town centre. We regularly check our accommodation partners to ensure they reach a certain standard.
We try to reserve accommodation that's no more than a 20-minute walk from the town centre. We regularly check our accommodation partners to ensure they reach a certain standard.
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Derry and Donegal
Today, the first stop is in Derry, designated a UK City of Culture. Spend some time exploring the old city or one of the many museums or galleries before crossing the border back into the People's Republic of Ireland. Travel into one of the most remote parts of the country, County Donegal, with its stunning scenery and strong Gaelic culture. You will travel through national parks and fishing villages. It may be possible to drive around the Sliabh Liag peninsula before arriving at your overnight stop in Donegal.
Overnight in Donegal.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast |
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| Duration | 1 Night |
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Moderate Hotel Donegal |
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Moderate Hotel Donegal
We try to reserve accommodation that's no more than a 20-minute walk from the town centre. We regularly check our accommodation partners to ensure they reach a certain standard.
We try to reserve accommodation that's no more than a 20-minute walk from the town centre. We regularly check our accommodation partners to ensure they reach a certain standard.
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Carrowmore and County Mayo
Travel south from Donegal into County Sligo and to the resting place of the famous poet, W.B Yeats. Take in the mountain scenery of Ben Bulben and the largest collection of megalithic tombs in Carrowmore. The route turns westward into County Mayo, an area hit hard by the great potato famine. You arrive at the edge of Europe at Achill Island, an area of majestic peace and quiet. After a time here, you will travel to Westport where the evening is at your leisure.
Overnight in Westport.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast |
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| Duration | 2 Nights |
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Moderate Hotel Westport |
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Moderate Hotel Westport
We try to reserve accommodation that's no more than a 20-minute walk from the town centre. We regularly check our accommodation partners to ensure they reach a certain standard.
We try to reserve accommodation that's no more than a 20-minute walk from the town centre. We regularly check our accommodation partners to ensure they reach a certain standard.
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Connemara
Today is a relatively flexible day in the Connemara region, and will depend on the weather or your group's preferences. Possibilities include Connemara National Park, a Killary fjord boat trip, Clifden, Sky Road, and the Twelve Bens of Connemara. Tonight in Westport, it is highly recommended you sample some local seafood.
Overnight in Westport.
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Cong and Galway
You leave Westport this morning and head inland through the heart of the Connemara to the village of Cong. Visit Cong Abbey, or the Quiet Man Museum, then pass through the Maam Valley to Galway city. You have some of the afternoon at your leisure in Galway before returning to Dublin.
The tour ends back at the meeting point - opposite the Kilkenny Shop (Nassau St, Dublin) - around 7:00pm. You are free to make your own arrangements from here.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast |
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| Duration | 1 Night |
Other Information
DEPARTURES:
2022: Tuesday's and Saturday's from March 30 to October 30
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Private arrival airport transfer
- 5 nights in moderate accommodations
- 5 day small group tour (max 16 guests) including:
- Touring transportation in a Mercedes minicoach
- Services of a professional driver/guide
- Road, bridge or ferry tolls
- Breakfast daily (excluding day 1)
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Travel Insurance
- International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals and beverages not specifically indicated
- Optional excursions
- Departure transfer
- Items of a personal nature
- Gratuities
- Visa fees if applicable
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please enquire.
25 Oct 2022
