IRELAND
5 DAYS from £444
The Temple Bar, Dublin
Dublin & The Wicklow Mountains Our hotel makes a great base from which to explore all of Dublin and the famous horsing world of County Kildare, without paying the Dublin price tag! As well as a full day in Dublin, we have included excursions to the Irish National Stud & Gardens, the vibrant town of Bray and a scenic drive of the Wicklow Mountains. NEW
Lullymore Bog & Hill Of Allen
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Dublin with Hop-on Hop-off Tour Today, we have a full free day in Dublin with the convenience of the green hop-on, hop off bus tour so we can explore the many famous sights, attractions and shops at our leisure. The perfect way to explore Dublin, the bus tour includes live fun commentary by local guides. Attractions include Trinity College, the Book of Kells, Kilmainham Gaol, Dublin Zoo, the Epic Irish Emigration Museum, St Patrick’s and Christ Church cathedrals and Dublin Castle. There are also plenty of choices for lunch. HOW ABOUT? How about a visit to the Guinness Storehouse? Go behind the gates to discover what goes into the process of making a pint of the black stuff. Savour the sights, sounds, tastes, and aromas of Guinness with an immersive visit and the opportunity to sample a glass yourself! Ask your Account Manager for details. This morning, we visit the Irish National Stud & Gardens where we enjoy a guided tour to learn about the lives of the magnificent horses bred and stabled here. We can also visit the Irish Racehorse Experience, an interactive exhibition which guides us through the process of buying a horse at auction, choosing a trainer, jockey and so forth, before reaching the atmospheric ‘Race Day’. Through a simulator, we get to sit on our racehorse and find out how our investments fare in a race! The final Living Legend room overlooks the paddocks and the Day 3 Irish National Stud & Lullymore Heritage Park
retired ‘legends’ that live on the farm. There are also beautiful gardens, including the Japanese Gardens and St Fiachras Garden, to enjoy. After lunch, we embark on a guided tour of Lullymore Heritage Park, a unique site offering an insight into the Irish peatlands and the people who lived and worked within it. We discover its heritage, from Pagan worship right through to the industrial revolution, and how key it was to the industrial use of peat. The park encompasses 60 acres of meandering trails and exhibitions which can be experienced on the Peatlands Heritage Railway. During our visit we try our hand at traditional This morning, we take a visit to the delightful seaside town of Bray with free time to explore. It’s known for its mile-long promenade and vibrant town centre. In the afternoon, we take a scenic tour of the Wicklow Mountains National Park taking in the beautiful open vistas, mountain roads, streams and wooded valleys before returning to our hotel. turf cutting with an expert local guide? Day 4 Bray & the Wicklow Mountains HOW ABOUT? Why not treat your customers to Lullymore’s delicious homemade scones in the café? Ask your Account Manager for details. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home. INCLUSIONS • Return ferry crossing UK – Ireland • DoDublin Hop-on Hop-off bus • Guided tour of Irish National Stud & Gardens • Guided tour of Lullymore Heritage Park
Hamlet Court Hotel Enfield, County Meath plus
This family run hotel is a real gem. Located in the small village of Johnstownbridge, just minutes from the M4, the hotel offers exceptional service, personal touch and a warm Irish welcome. All 30 spacious bedrooms are to a great standard and are well decorated in a homely style. The traditional restaurant serves home cooked food whilst the traditional authentic Irish bar is a welcoming space where guests can enjoy a drink. • Ground floor rooms • Lift • Live music in the bar on 1 night • Live music with Irish dancers on last night • Coach parking is on site & free of charge 4 Nights Half Board Twin from £444pp Double for Sole Use Supplement from £132
Live music included.
Wicklow Mountains
Irish National Stud St Fiachras Garden
Albatross Approved Rating: ✓ Visited ✓ Inspected ✓ Graded
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