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Ireland Explorer
From the Giants Causeway to the Ring of Kerry, discover the spectacular highlights of Ireland on this 8 night tour. Start out from London and head up to Holyhead on the North Wales coast for your ferry crossing to Dublin. From here, visit Cork and Blarney Castle, the Ring of Kerry, Limerick, the Cliffs of Moher, the Aran Islands, Connemara and the Antrim coast with hotel stays in Killarney, Galway and Dublin.
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Itinerary - 8 Night Holiday by Rail
Day 1
London to Dublin
Depart from London Euston in the morning and enjoy the scenery as you travel up through the heart of England and along the coast of North Wales.
Arrive at Holyhead Port in the afternoon and catch a cruise ferry to Dublin. On arrival in Dublin Port you are transferred to the Ashling Hotel Dublin (or similar) for a 1 night stay.
After you have settled into the hotel, spend the rest of the day exploring all Dublin has to offer. In the evening why not head to the famous Temple Bar for dinner and live Irish music?
Day 2
Cork, Blarney Castle and Killarney
Check in at Dublin Heuston Station early this morning for your InterCity service to Cork. Breakfast is available on the train as you head down towards Ireland's southern capital.
On arrival at Cork Station, transfer by road to Blarney Castle for a tour which will include a visit to the famous Blarney Stone. Kiss the stone for a lifetime of eloquence and then return to Blarney village for a quick lunch.
After lunch, enjoy a short tour of Cork before taking the scenic journey along Cork Harbour to Cobh, home of the Queenstown Story Heritage Centre. This was once the embarkation point for generations of Irish emigrants and was also the last stopping point on the fateful voyage of Titanic in 1912.
From Cobh, journey on to Killarney where you will stay for 2 nights in a 3* hotel.
Day 3
Ring of Kerry Tour
After a leisurely start this morning and time for breakfast, depart for a spectacularly scenic tour around the Ring of Kerry.
Spend a full day seeing some of Ireland's most beautiful countryside including visits to Dingle Bay, Macgillicuddy Reeks, Moll's Gap and Ladies View. You'll also see Ireland's highest peak, Carrantuohill and the world renowned Lakes of Killarney.
Return to Killarney in the evening for your second night.
Day 4
Bunratty Castle, Cliffs of Moher and Galway
Transfer early this morning to Limerick for a short tour and then head north to Bunratty Castle, a tower house dating back to the 13th century which commands great views of the surrounding area. The nearby Folk Village is a reconstruction of a period village with historical cottages, offering an insight into Irish life in the 19th century.
Enjoy a pub lunch in the coastal village of Doolin before continuing on towards the Cliffs of Moher. On a clear day, there are views from these spectacular cliffs to the Aran Islands in Galway Bay and the hills of Connemara.
Cross the rugged, lunar landscapes of the Burren, rounding Black Head before heading along the shores of Galway Bay to Galway where you check in for 2 nights at a 3* hotel.
Day 5
Inishmor - Aran Islands
This morning, transfer by road to Connemara airport for a flight to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands. Enjoy a tour of the island before stopping for lunch in Kilronan.
After lunch, visit the prehistoric fort of Dun Aengus, the largest of many ancient forts on the island and considered to date back to the Iron Age. As well as its fascinating history, this monument offers fabulous views over Galway Bay from the sheer cliffs nearby.
Fly back to Connemara and transfer to Galway for your second night here.
Day 6
Connemara and Dublin
After breakfast this morning, climb aboard a coach bound for the breathtaking scenery of Connemara with its mountains, lakes and deep inlets. Along the way, you will visit the pretty village of Leenane, situated on Ireland's only fjord as well as Kylemore Abbey, built as a private residence and then purchased by Benedictine nuns feeling Belgium during WWI.
Enjoy lunch here before continuing through this beautiful region, passing Twelve Bens and Maamturks mountain ranges and enjoying plenty of opportunities for photos and shopping.
Return to Galway for an Intercity service down across to Dublin Heuston station. On arrival in Dublin, check in at the Ashling Hotel Dublin for a 3 night stay.
Day 7
Giants Causeway
Prepare for a full day of sightseeing today as you catch the Enterprise Express service early this morning from Dublin Connolly Station, heading for Belfast. At Belfast, disembark for a tour along the spectacular Antrim coast road with its ruined castles and dramatic seascapes.
Cross the Glens of Antrim on the way to Ballycastle and the Carrick-a-rede rope bridge. From here, continue to Dunluce Castle to take advantage of a great photo opportunity, before returning to Belfast and catching the train back to Dublin.
Day 8
Dublin
Relax and enjoy a day at leisure in Dublin today.
The area around Ireland's capital city has been inhabited since prehistoric times, but it is more recent occupation that has left the city with its treasure trove of historic monuments and buildings. Visit the Norman Castle, cross the famous Ha'penny Bridge, see the ancient Book of Kells at Trinity College or take a tour of the historic Guinness Storehouse.
Day 9
Dublin to London
Transfer by taxi to Dublin Ferry port to begin the journey home. After catching a cruise ferry to Holyhead port, travel by Virgin Trains back to London Euston and arrive in the afternoon.
Dublin at Night
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Blarney Castle
Ring of Kerry
Cliffs of Moher
Aran Islands
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Giants Causeway
Dublin
Dublin
Dublin is the capital and largest city of Ireland. Explore the unusual shops which line the narrow, cobbled streets of Temple Bar, visit some of the oldest surviving architecture in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Castle or go for a tour around the famous Guinness Storehouse.
Killarney
Killarney is an Irish town in County Kerry. With its beautiful location on the shores of Loch Lein, north of the MacGillicuddy Reeks mountain range, Killarney is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Ireland. Visit Ross Castle, with its collection of 16th and 17th century furniture before taking a boat out onto the Lough. Or, why not let a jarvie take you on a tour in his jaunting car (horse-drawn cart)!
Galway
Galway, known as Croi Culturtha na h’Eineann, or the Cultural Heart of Ireland, is a vibrant city located on the west coast of Ireland, on the River Corrib. Wander around the picturesque city centre, listen to some traditional Irish music in one of the pubs or discover the home of the famous Claddagh Ring, Dillons jewellers which was founded in 1750.
Ashling Hotel Dublin 
The Ashling Hotel Dublin is a luxury hotel with 225 bedrooms. Each room is equipped with modern essentials and upgraded bedrooms have panoramic views over Dublin. Enjoy a meal in the Chesterfields Brasserie or relax with a drink in the stylish Iveagh Bar. The Ashling Hotel Dublin is centrally located and is close to Heuston Station, the National Museum of Ireland, Guinness Storehouse, Phoenix Park and Dublin Zoo.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Lift
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Wake up calls
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Wi-Fi
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
8 Night Holiday by Rail
This package includes train travel from London Euston to Holyhead Port, Cruise Ferry from Holyhead Port to Dublin, 4 nights hotel accommodation in Dublin, a day trip from Dublin to Cork, Blarney Castle and Cobh, 2 nights hotel accommodation in Killarney, day trip to Bunratty Castle and the Cliffs of Moher, train and coach travel from Killarney to Limerick, flight to the Aran Islands, 2 nights hotel accommodation in Galway city, day trip to Connemara, train travel from Galway to Dublin, 2 nights hotel accommodation in Dublin, a day trip to the Giants Causeway and return ferry and train travel from Dublin to London. Prices are per person, based on 2 people travelling and sharing a double or twin bedroom. Please note: This holiday departs on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday year round. The Tour does not depart on St. Patrick's Day.
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