Ireland's Ancient South (Hotel) - 5 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Rock of Cashel - Take in the medieval hilltop ruins, offering amazing views of the surrounds and hundreds of years of history
- Blarney Castle - Explore the famous castle grounds and kiss the legendary Blarney Stone to gain the gift of eloquence!
- Mizen Head - Soak in the jaw-dropping scenery of the most southern point of the Wild Atlantic Way coastline
- Midleton Distillery - Join a tour and tasting at this famous whiskey distillery, previously known as Jamesons!
- Cobh - Wander the pretty port town, which was the final stop of the Titanic on its fateful maiden voyage
- Kilkenny - Visit the interactive Smithwick’s Experience and spend free time exploring this lively town
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Trip includes
- 4 breakfasts
- 4 nights 3-star hotels
- Escorted by a local driver-guide
- Transportation in 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning
- Tour and tasting at Jameson Midleton Whiskey Distillery
- All road tolls
- 20kg luggage - see Trip Notes for details
- Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
Itinerary
Dublin - Rock of Dunamase - Cashel - Blarney Castle - Kinsale. Departing Dublin, we head south to the Rock of Dunamase. This imposing Celtic fortification was once a thriving early Christian settlement before it was pillaged by Vikings in 842 AD. You'll have free time...
Kinsale - Drombeg Stone Circle - Mizen Head - Bantry - Kinsale. Our first stop this morning is the Old Head of Kinsale - a headland view that will surely jolt you awake. Next, we take in the eerie Drombeg Stone Circle, locally known as the Druid’s Altar. Excavation...
Kinsale - Charles Fort - Midleton Distillery - Cobh - Waterford. Our first stop today is the spectacular Charles Fort - one of Ireland’s largest and most impressive military installations. This massive star-shaped fortress has played pivotal roles in Irish history. ...
Waterford - Jerpoint Abbey - Kilkenny - Kells Priory - Wateford. This morning we explore Jerpoint Abbey, a 12th-century Cistercian abbey, now in beautiful ruins. The abbey showcases captivating Romanesque and Gothic architecture that will leave you in awe. Our next...
Waterford - New Ross - Powerscourt House - Dublin. Our first stop is the town of New Ross, nestled on the River Barrow, where we'll visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship. This faithful replica of an 1840s emigrant vessel offers a poignant glimpse into the harrowing experienc...
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Min:5yrs, accompanied by an adult / Max:99
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