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THE EMERALD ISLE 2026
A selection of Irish tours to choose from.........
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WANDERING THROUGH WICKLOW
5 Days/4 Nights - April to October 2026 - From £429
Date available for immediate confirmation: 7 September 2026
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Russborough House (Discover Ireland) |
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Lullymore Heritage Centre |
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Welcome to County Wicklow, ‘The Garden of Ireland’.
Take the afternoon ferry crossing from North Wales, arriving at the 4 star Arklow Bay Hotel in the seaside town of Arklow, situated in its own landscaped gardens with lovely leisure facilities. Offering 91 comfortable double/twin bedrooms with a proportion of step-in showers within the inventory (request). The hotel does have a lift.
Travel across the wilds of the Wicklow Mountains to the picturesque village of Enniskerry, with its picture‑postcard cottages, before the short hop to Powerscourt Estate. 47 acres of magnificent gardens await, as does its beautiful waterfall. Continue on to the seaside town of Bray or the capital city of Dublin.
Take the scenic route to 'Beyond the Trees', an accessible 1.3km tree top walk with viewing tower, visitor centre, walled gardens and courtyards to explore. Here, you will also find Avondale House former home of the Parnells and where Charles Stewart Parnell, one of Ireland’s most well-known political leaders was born. Enjoy a tour here before returning to the hotel via the delightful village of Glendalough, an area renowned for its natural beauty.
Slip over the border into Kildare to the Bog of Allen for a guided tour of the award winning Lullymore Heritage Centre and Discovery Park. Try your hand at traditional peat cutting and take a ride on the Peatland Heritage Railway, before heading back to Co. Wicklow and a tour of Russborough House, said to be Ireland's most beautiful Georgian house.
Tour includes:
4 nights half board in Co. Wicklow with:
Full Irish breakfast
Three course choice dinner with tea and coffee
Porter service; on-site coach parking
Admission to Powerscourt Estate
Admission to 'Beyond the Trees', including a tour of Avondale House
Admission to Lullymore Heritage Centre
Guided tour of Russborough House
Return ferry crossings
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DONEGAL'S WILD ATLANTIC WAY AND GIANTS CAUSEWAY
5 Days/4 Nights - April to October - From £369
Dates available for immediate confirmation: 15 June and 29 June 2026
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Glenveagh National Park (Discover Ireland) |
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Malin Head, Inishowen Peninsula (Failte Ireland)
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A tour to combine the spectacular scenery of the Inishowen Peninsula and the Glenveagh National Park, with a trip across the border to the Antrim Coast to the dramatic Giant’s Causeway.
Crossings can be organised from Cairnryan to Belfast or Holyhead to Dublin. Overnight stops can be arranged, if required
Staying at the 3 star Inishowen Gateway Hotel in the seaside town of Buncrana. There’s 80 twin/double comfortable bedrooms, some on the ground there and there is a lift to the first floor where the restaurant is located to take advantage of the views.
Enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Inishowen Peninsula, with its traditional villages and unspoilt beaches. Experience breathtaking views from Malin Head, the most northerly point in Ireland before continuing around the coast for an informative tour of Dunree Fort, an excellent relic of military history with outstanding views across Lough Swilly.
A long, but worthwhile day into Northern Ireland for a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Giant's Causeway. Explore the fascinating basalt stone columns left by volcanic eruptions 60 million years ago or, as legend would have it, the stepping stones of the giant Finn McCool! The state of the art visitor centre offers an enhanced visitor experience providing a flavour of the history, stories and experiences of the Causeway.
Inland to the stunning Glenveagh National Park. Learn about its fascinating history before taking a shuttle bus to the castle and its renowned Gardens. Admission to the castle is possible, subject to availability on the day, at an additional cost paid locally. Later, spend time at leisure in Buncrana, Letterkenny or Derry.
Tour includes:
4 nights half board in Co. Donegal with:
Full Irish breakfast
Three course choice dinner with tea and coffee
Porter service; on site coach parking
Regular entertainment
Guided tour of Dunree Fort
Admission to Giant's Causeway Centre
Visit to Glenveagh National Park including shuttle bus to Castle
Return ferry crossings
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HIDDEN GEMS OF THE EAST
5 Days/4 Nights - April to October 2026 - From £402
Dates available for immediate confirmation: 19 April; 21 June; 4 October 2026
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Huntingdon Castle (Mulvey Photography)
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Ireland’s Ancient East is a region of legends and stories from ancient times to modern day. Wander down the cobbled streets of medieval towns; see the world’s oldest working lighthouse; explore castles and gorgeous gardens, in addition to visiting cosmopolitan Kilkenny.
Afternoon ferry crossing from South or North Wales. Overnight accommodation can be arranged, if required.
Staying at the 4 star Riverside Park Hotel on the banks of the River Slaney in charming Enniscorthy, with 100 well-appointed, double/twin bedrooms with a proportion of step-in showers within the inventory. There is a lift and guests can take advantage of the leisure facilities during their stay.
Begin the day in New Ross and a guided tour of the 1840s Dunbrody Famine Ship and its insight and interpretation of the Irish emigrant experience. From here, to the Hook Peninsula to see the world’s oldest operational lighthouse with stunning views from the Hook headland. Johnstown Castle is our next destination, where we include a tour of the Gothic-Revival Castle. Before departing, explore the Irish Agricultural Museum, lake walks and ornamental gardens.
Waterford is Ireland’s oldest city. Enjoy a tour at the House of Waterford Crystal, where glowing balls of molten crystal are blown in front of your eyes. Venture on to the coastal town of Dungarvan, before heading along 'The Copper Coast' and time at leisure in the seaside resort of Tramore.
It’s a short drive to Huntingdon Castle and Gardens. Built in 1625 and still in the same ownership, a guided tour with a family member will tell tales of this beautiful castle and gardens. On then along the Mount Leinster Heritage Trail, through Fenagh and Bagenalstown, to Kilkenny for time at leisure.
Your tour includes:
4 nights half board in Co. Wexford with:
Tea, coffee and biscuits on arrival
Full Irish buffet breakfast
Three course, three choice dinner with tea and coffee.
Porter Service. On site coach parking.
Regular entertainment
Coach parking at Hook Lighthouse
Guided tour of the Dunbrody Famine Ship
Guided tour of Johnstown Castle
Waterford Crystal Factory Tour
Guided tour of Huntingdon Castle
Return ferry crossings
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FURTHER TOUR AVAILABILITY:
Ireland's Hidden Heartlands
5 Days/4 Nights - Bloomfield House Hotel, Mullingar - 28 September 2026
West Cork's Wild Atlantic Way
7 Days/6 Nights - Clonakilty Park Hotel, Clonakilty - 31 May or 14 June 2026
Kilarney and the Ring of Kerry
7 Days/6 Nights - Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney - 4th October 2026
Magical Mayo
7 Days/6 Nights - Great National Hotel, Ballina - 14 June 2026
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Prices are based on a minimum of only 25 paying passengers with a free single room for the driver.
Full details of each offer will be advised in our written quotation.
Overnight stops, alternative durations or additional inclusions can be arranged - please ask for details.
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We look forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards,
The UK and Eire Team
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