Bryan & Shannons Irish Honeymoon

Shannon, Bryan & Nora

Tuesday 10th June – Sunday 15th June 2025

Number of Travellers:  3
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Overview

Picturesque coastal towns and villages, green pastoral fields, soaring cliffs, wild barren landscapes, the crash of the ocean, the laugh of a local. Ireland is romantic, and authentic, a home away from home where both old and modern seem to cohabit seamlessly on a small island in the middle of the sea. Packed with history and tradition your days are spent exploring the island of Ireland’s famous and off-the-beaten-track sites of natural, cultural and political interest. A world-renowned food scene means your evenings are spent dining in style and with the promise of a pub just around the corner, music and laughter are never far away. Your trip to Ireland will surprise and delight you but the people of Ireland will stay with you, long after your journey has taken you home.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1 | Tuesday 10th June | Wild & Rugged Bantry | Overnight: Bantry

Day 2 | Wednesday 11th June | Local Cheeses & Local Characters | Overnight: Kinsale

Day 3 | Thursday 12th June | Food & Fort Tours in Kinsale | Overnight: Kinsale

Day 4 | Friday 13th June | The Copper Coast & Cork City | Overnight: Waterford

Day 5 | Saturday 14th June | Relax & Unwind in Waterford | Overnight: Waterford

Day 6 | Sunday 15th June | Depart

Day by Day

Day 1 - Tuesday 10th June - Wild & Rugged Bantry

Heading south this morning, we discover an unspoilt, rolling green landscape so impressive it has been named a European Destination of Excellence. In fact, some of Ireland’s best dairy produce comes from this region – sampling the local cheese is a must. Arriving in Bantry, settle in this evening and enjoy the beautiful and quaint town.

Booking ref: BK576373/1

Overnight: Bantry | The Maritime Hotel
Room Type: x1 King Harbour View
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 1 - Killarney to Bantry Read More +

Driving Route: https://maps.app.goo.gl/cjj4kEqJy3fCetHt5

This driving route will take you through:

Molls Gap: a scenic mountain pass with views of one of Ireland’s highest mountain ranges

Kenmare: a great stopping point for a browse around the locally owned shops, or to grab a coffee.

Glengarriff: a beautifully colourful village with lots of waymarked trails if you fancy a walk

 

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In Glengariff, we recommend Sugar Loaf Cafe or The Blue Loo.

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We recommend The Brick Oven, O’Connor’s Seafood Restaurant, Donemark West, or The Ocean Restaurant at your hotel.

Day 2 - Wednesday 11th June - Local Cheeses & Local Characters

Head further south along the Haven Coast to Kinsale, a foodie haven at the end of the Wild Atlantic Way. First, we visit a local dairy farm that has been making cheese since 1979 for a private tour. Today, nearly 45 years on, the cheese range continues to be made by hand, using the traditional techniques and skills that have been passed from mother to daughter. Check in to your hotel and enjoy some free time to wander. A sunset stroll along a waterside walkway is a perfect end to your day’s touring.

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Overnight: Kinsale | Actons Hotel
Room Type: x1 Family Room
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 2 - Bantry to Kinsale via Durrus Cheese Read More +

Driving Route: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EmQR3kwXVEthkXps6

Day 2 - Cheese Tasting Experience Read More +

Activity: Cheese Tasting Experience
Guide: Jeffa Gill
Start Location: Durrus Cheese | Start Time: 09:30
Phone: +353 (0)27 61100 | Website: http://www.durruscheese.com/

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We recommend Cosy Cafe, The Bulman, or The Spaniard.

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We recommend The Black Pig Winebar, The Supper Club, or Jim Edwards.

Day 3 - Thursday 12th June - Food & Fort Tours in Kinsale

Kinsale is a bolthole for Ireland’s most culinary-minded, and its pretty harbour with mystical sea views is an idyllic place for an adventure. Today you’ll embark on a delightful culinary journey where every bite tells a story of tradition, innovation, and local flavour. As your local guide regales you with stories of the town, enjoy fresh seafood, artisan cheeses, and vibrant produce sourced from nearby farms. A visit to the 17th-century star-shaped Charles Fort is a perfect end to your day here before returning to your hotel.

Overnight: Kinsale | Actons Hotel
Room Type: x1 Family Room
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3 - Private Food Tour Read More +

Activity: Private Food Tour
Guide: Suzanne
Start Location: The lobby of your hotel | Start Time: 11:00 | Approx Duration: 2 hrs
Phone: +353 (85) 107 6113 | Website: https://www.kinsalefoodtours.com/

We recommend skipping breakfast this morning. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.

Day 3 - Visit Charles Fort Read More +

Activity: Visit Charles Fort
Start Location: Charles Fort | Approx Duration: 1 hrs
Phone: +353 (0)21 477 2263 | Website: https://heritageireland.ie/visit/places-to-visit/charles-fort-military-fortress/

Your tickets are attached below.

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We recommend Fishy Fishy Restaurant, Kitty O Se’s, Bastion, or Man Friday.

Day 4 - Friday 13th June - The Copper Coast & Cork City

Leaving Kinsale this morning, travel along the Copper Coast. The Copper Coast is now a UNESCO Global Geopark. It extends along the County Waterford coastline for 25km and is named after the 19th-century copper mines that lie at the heart of this spectacular stretch of cliffs. Oceans, volcanoes, deserts and ice sheets all combined to create the rocks, which provide the physical foundation of the natural and cultural landscapes here. Afterwards, it’s time to check into the peaceful Faithlegg Estate, a perfect spot for relaxation.

Booking ref: 2750567

Overnight: Waterford | Faithlegg House
Room Type: x1 master deluxe room
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 4 - Kinsale to Waterford via Cork City Read More +

Driving Route: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QgeSssACcsRKHexM7.

Suggested routes:

Cork English Market, the oldest market in Europe, has been trading since 1788. The English Market in Cork City has survived famine, flood, war, fires, and multiple recessions to remain a strong part of Cork’s fabric.

Cork City Gaol is a wonderful castle-like building that housed prisoners in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Tramore Beach to stretch the legs.

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In Cork, we recommend Market Lane or Quinlan’s Seafood Bar.

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We recommend The Grattan or Everett’s.

Day 5 - Saturday 14th June - Relax & Unwind in Waterford

Waterford is a city with a strong mediaeval heritage. We recommend a stroll around town, the Medieval Quarter offers a glimpse of Waterford’s Viking, Norman and Georgian past. This compact city is rich in both history and modern charm, making for a delightful experience. You can also spend time at your hotel, check out the wildlife, indulge in a spa treatment, play a round of golf and much more.

Overnight: Waterford | Faithlegg House
Room Type: x1 master deluxe room
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 5 - Suggested Stops Read More +

Waterford Crystal enjoy a tour or afternoon tea onsite.

The Three Sisters offer super scenic river cruises.

The Irish Wake Museum explore one of the most iconic parts of Irish culture. In this intimate space, the themes of death and funeral practices are explored in order to gain a true understanding of the origins of a wake’s unique customs

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We recommend Momo Restaurant, The Granary Cafe, or The Olive Cafe.

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We recommend Bodega, The Gingerman, Mcleary’s Restaurant, or The Reg.

Day 6 - Sunday 15th June - Depart

This morning, drop your rental car at Dublin airport for your onward flight. We hope your time in Ireland has been memorable and we look forward to welcoming you to our shores once again.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 6 - Waterford to Dublin Read More +

Driving Route: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6tMUFvPj2KSJ2uTe9

Trip Details

Inclusions Read More
  • 5 nights accommodation, as stated in the itinerary above
  • Breakfast each morning
  • Entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary, specifically:
    • Entry to Charles Fort
    • Private Kinsale Food Tour
    • Private Cheese Experience
  • Personalised trip design and delivery
  • 24/7 In-Country Support from the Wilderness Team
Exclusions Read More
  • Flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Activities and entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Gratuities
Important Contact Numbers Read More
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EU: +353 (0)71 9344650
US: 888 351 4257

Out of Office Hours | 5:30pm – 9:00am

+353 (0)86 873 7223

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Accommodation

The Maritime Hotel

The Quay | Bantry | Co. Cork |
P75 XW35 | Ireland
Phone: +353 (0)27 54700
Web: themaritime.ie/en

Actons Hotel

Pier Road | Kinsale | Cork |
P17 PX80 | Ireland
Phone: + 353 (0) 21 4779900
Web: [email protected]

Faithlegg House

Waterford | Waterford |
Ireland
Phone: +353 (0)51 382000
Web: faithlegg.com

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Bryan & Shannons Irish Honeymoon

Tuesday 10th June – Sunday 15th June 2025