Killarney, The Ring Of Kerry & Bantry Bay Wildlife Cruise

Itinerary

Day 1

Depart your local pick up point and head west across Wales to join your afternoon ferry for the crossing across to Ireland. Relax on board and enjoy the trip as you start thinking about everything you're going to see on this delightful holiday. Disembark and head on to the Waterford area for your first night in Ireland. Once checked in mid-evening, enjoy dinner and your first real taste of Ireland. Afterwards, why not relax in the bar with a drink.

Day 2

After a good night's sleep, rejoin your coach and head for the pretty coastal town of Cobh in Cork Harbour before continuing on to Killarney, your base for the next 4 nights. Check in to your hotel and settle in for an action packed few days.

Days 3-5

Enjoy hearty, traditional Irish breakfasts every morning to set you for whatever each day has in store for you. There'll be plenty of time to enjoy your hotel and the delights that Killarney has to offer but don't forget to join us on your INCLUDED excursions. Return to your hotel every evening to share stories with your fellow travellers and enjoy more delicious Irish meals.

Day 6

After a final hearty breakfast it is time to bid farewell to Killarney and head back east towards Waterford and your last overnight stay in Ireland.

Day 7

An early start today as we say goodbye to the Emerald Isle and start the journey back home. Join the 08:45 ferry for the crossing back to West Wales and then head on home through Wales full of great memories.

Killarney

People who live in Killarney are rightly very proud of their vibrant ‘little’ town and the incredibly beautiful surrounding countryside which makes Killarney a very special place indeed. Brim full of history, heritage, activities, and world class hospitality. Killarney is populated with enthusiastic and welcoming people, all eager to welcome you back but with your safety and wellbeing in mind. You’ll be spoilt for choice when you start exploring and the ‘craic’ in Killarney really is second to none. It’s a fabulous place!

The Ring of Kerry with Jaunting Cars & Lake Cruise

Today we’ll take you on a fabulous scenic tour around the beautiful Ring of Kerry. In addition to exploring by coach, we’ve included a traditional jaunting car (horse and cart) tour along with a lovely lake cruise.

From land to lake, experience the full range of scenery and history that Killarney has to offer and the best way to explore the Killarney National Park as well as the famous Lakes of Killarney. Start your tour onboard a traditional Jaunting Car and enjoy the unique beauty of Killarney National Park and its wildlife as you ramble through its tree-lined avenues before your arrival at Ross Castle (NB: admission to Ross Castle is not included).

Learn about the history, legends and folklore of the area from your local Jarvey Guide and also catch a glimpse of the Park’s unique wildlife including the Red Deer, the last native herd in Ireland. On arrival at Ross Castle, you will be invited to board MV Lake Cruiser and set upon a voyage through Killarney’s largest and most picturesque Lake, Lough Léin from the comfort of this glass-covered, heated vessel.

Immerse yourself in the unique ecosystem of the National Park with its glistening Lakeland and majestic mountains for miles and learn about the folklore and legends of the area as well as its landmarks with live commentary from your informative Captain.

Bantry Bay & Garnish Island

Located in the sheltered harbour of Glengarriff in Bantry Bay, Co. Cork, Garinish is a small island known to horticulturists and lovers of trees and shrubs all around the world as an island garden of rare beauty.

The gardens of Garinish (also known as Garnish, or Ilnacullin) owe their existence to the creative partnership, some eighty years ago, of Annan and Violet Bryce, then owners of the island, and Harold Peto, acclaimed architect, and garden designer. The island is renowned for its richness of plant form and colour, which change continuously with the seasons. Pathways wind around the landscape, leading to several fascinating garden buildings, such as the Grecian temple, the clock tower, the casita, and an original Martello Tower. Bryce House, the family residence on the island for many years, is presented as it would have appeared during their lifetime. A selection from their vast collection of important paintings, prints, drawings, and books can be seen on display inside.

Please note that credit and debit cards are not accepted on the island. Cash only.

Tour Includes

• 2 overnight stays in County Waterford including breakfast & dinner
• 4 nights stay in Killarney including breakfast & dinner
• Return ferry crossings between West Wales and Ireland
• Free time to explore Killarney
• Visit to Cobh and Visit to Blarney 
• Full day tour of the Ring of Kerry including Jaunting Cars and lake cruise
• Full day tour to Bantry Bay with Wildlife Cruise, visit to Garnish Island and to Glengarriff
• Direct Coach Travel
• Net Zero Carbon Offset Certificate

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Accommodation

Killarney Court Hotel

The Killarney Court Hotel, County Kerry, one of the best known hotels in Killarney and just a 10 minute walk from Killarney Town Centre, offers quality hotel accommodation in comfortable surroundings. The bedrooms are comfortable and well appointed as you would expect and the hotel has a lively Irish pub and restaurant where you can enjoy great food and drink accompanied by traditional Irish 'craic'.

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