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Breathtakingly beautiful, the
pipes of Danny Boy are calling you to the North. The ancient and proud province
of Ulster is one the worlds truly fascinating experiences.
During our time
in Northern Ireland we provide walking tours with local guides to help you
interpret the age-old political and religious divisions.
Stay in downtown
Belfast. Next night sit by the turf fire as we listen to the fiddlers play in
the shadow of Historic Derry's walls (1601). Consider crossing our famous rope
bridge and adore the eighth wonder of the world, the Giants Causeway. Walk the
historic walled city of Derry. Scene of Bloody Sunday (1972).
Enchanting
Donegalwith its majestic Highlands. Fancy a relaxing Victorian seaweed bath in
Sligo? Maybe climb Irelands holy mountain, Croagh Patrick and immerse yourselves
in the rugged wilderness of Connemara. Last night in Galway to reflect and
party. Taste the juice of the barley in Kilbeggan whiskey distillery. An
extravaganza of sites and scenery, hikes and history, loadsa craic and local
characters, all simply amazing!
 Day 1: Dublin to Belfast
Leave Dublin's
Paddy Palace at 8am and begin your adventures at Drogheda where youll see the
preserved head of St. Oliver Plunkett (executed 1681) in St. Peters Cathedral.
Cross the border at South Armagh. A fascinating evening in Belfast awaits. We
strongly recommend the world famous Black Taxi tour (optional) to view the Peace
wall and political murals.
Day 2: Belfast to Historic Derry
A glorious
touring day! Cruise the Beautiful North Coast. You'll see the Carrick-a-rede
rope bridge (seasonal), walk the Giants Causeway and take fantastic photos of
Dunluce Castle. Overnight in Historic Derry.
Day 3: Donegal Day Tour
Begin today with an
excellent in-depth walking tour of Derry's walls (1601) and the well known
Bogside district. After Lunch we'll go off on a marvellous half day tour of
Donegal, and the divine Glenveagh National Park. Remote beauty! Overnight in
Historic Derry.
Day 4: Derry to Cong
Drive through
enchanting Sligo visiting the sacred grave of our national Poet, Nobel laureate
WB Yeats. Explore the vast archaeological and cultural richness of Irelands
North West Coast. Consider taking a seaweed bath (optional) as we make a beach
stop at surf hotspot Strandhill. Overnight in charming Cong in Connemara, scene
of John Waynes Hollywod classic 'the Quiet Man'.
Day 5: Cong to Galway
This morning we will
climb Croagh Patrick, Irelands holy pilgrimage mountain. After Lunch its an
evocative drive through the Doolough (black valley) and connemara. Mesmerising
scenery. Hear of famine times from your guide at the numerous memorials. Tonight
youll overnight in Galway, Irelands party capital.
Day 6: Galway to Dublin
You should take free
time this morning to explore the sights and sounds of lively colourful Galway,
maybe rise early and walk to see the Spanish Arch and Claddagh area. Onwards
then to the midlands and a visit to Kilbeggan Whiskey Distillery. We'll end our
adventures in the Phoenix Park, Dublin.
Please note: We reserve the right to amend our
intineraries without notice in the interests of your enjoyment, safety and/or in
extreme circumstances such national strikes, emergencies, days of national
mourning, civil unrest (higly unlikely) etc. Itinerary amendments are extremely
rare. Please remember we are proud young Irish patriots, we are determined to
ensure you love our Motherland as much as we do.
Tour Highlights:
- Slane Castle : Rock concerts
- The preserved head of St. Oliver Plunkett (1681)
- Battle of the Boyne Battlefield
- Monasterboice: Irelands highest
- 10th century Celtic crosses
- South Armagh: view the British fortifications in so-called
‘bandit country' (in the process of removal due Aug 2007)
- Belfast Cab Tour (optional)
- The green Glens of Antrim
- Giants Causeway
- Dunluce Castle - photo stop
- Traditional music night in Historic Derry
- Thrilling Rope Bridge (seasonal)
- Historic Walking Tour of Derry's walls
- Bloody Sunday Murals
- Grianan Aileach: Celtic hilltop ringfort
- Highlands of Donegal
- Seaweed Baths (optional)
- Croagh Patrick: Holy pilgrimage mountain
- Connemara: the Famine way
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