Roath Family's Irish Adventure

Day 1 - Thursday 4^th December - Welcome to Dublin

Arriving in Ireland today, a private transfer will pick you up from the airport and whisk you into the city to your boutique hotel in the city centre.

This afternoon head to one of Ireland’s most beloved attractions, the Guinness Storehouse. Meet with a small-group and get a guided inside look into the brewery and it’s history. Top it all off with 360 views of Dublin as you sip a pint of the good stuff!

By evening, you’ll arrive in Belfast, where the city’s renowned foodie scene and classic pubs await.

Overnight: Dublin | The FitzWilliam Hotel - Dublin
Room Type: Premium Deluxe King/Twin
Meals Included: None

Day 2 - Friday 5^th December - Crafting in Dublin

Visit St Stephens Green this morning, a historic park and gardens in the centre of Dublin. Grab some coffees and pastries and stroll the gardens and monuments in the bright morning sunshine. Maybe even take a wander to the National Gallery for a look at all things Irish art.

Make your way to Drury Street where Jill and her skilled team will take you through the process of forging a bespoke piece of jewelry to commemorate your graduation and time in Ireland.

This evening, visit one of the local pubs for some traditional Irish pub food and drinks with the locals.

Overnight: Dublin | The FitzWilliam Hotel - Dublin
Room Type: Premium Deluxe Double/Twin
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3 - Saturday 6^th December - Rock of Cashel and Lorge Chocolatier

Heading east, take your time travelling through Ireland’s hidden heartlands. Stop and visit the Rock of Cashel, one of Ireland’s most iconic collections of medieval buildings. Perched on a precipice of limestone in the Golden Vale, it offers over 1,000 years of fascinating history and folklore.

Later, visit an award winning chocolatier in Kenmare for a chocolate making workshop! Come away with a sweet treat to top off your day.

Tonight, as the sun sinks behind the hills, relax in your charming hotel.

Overnight: Kenmare | Sheen Falls Lodge
Room Type: Estate Rooms
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 4 - Sunday 7^th December - Exploring Beara Peninsula

With peninsulas that stretch out into the Atlantic Ocean, old-growth forests and towering mountains, Kerry is undoubtedly one of  Ireland’s most beautiful regions.

Join a local guide today to explore its wild and contrasting landscapes. Visit the lesser-known Beara Peninsula, learning about its history as you hike among the old copper mines. For those wishing to explore via cycling, check in with Sheen Falls for a bicycle to head out exploring.

As the golden evening light begins to slide across the sea, return to your lovely hotel and enjoy dinner in the local town of Kenmare.

Overnight: Kenmare | Sheen Falls Lodge
Room Type: Estate Room
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 5 - Monday 8^th December - The Burren National Park and The Cliffs of Moher

This morning make your way from Kenmare through Killarney National Park and north towards County Clare. For a stop along the way, why not take a visit in Adare one of Ireland’s prettiest villages with it’s thatched cottages.

Later, visit the striking Cliffs of Moher, absorbing their majesty in a quiet, secluded spot away from the crowds. Home to thousands of seabirds, including razorbills, fulmars and puffins, the cliffs are alive with activity above the crashing waves far below. This evening, return to your luxury hotel retreat for a drink or two by the crackling fire.

Overnight: Ballyvaughan | Gregans Castle
Room Type: Junior Suite

Day 6 - Tuesday 9^th December - 4 x 4 Aran Islands

It’s hard to resist the allure of one of the many islands that dot the Irish coastline and today you will take to the water and ferry to The Aran Islands. The history of these islands goes back millennia and today Gaelic is still the daily spoken language of the inhabitants.

The Aran islands seem to defy their size by all they have to offer: breathtaking scenery, medieval castles, cliffs and prehistoric forts are all to be found on this little group of islands. Inis Mór, the largest of the three islands, is your destination today where you will meet two brothers who offer a unique off road tour of the islands.

Overnight: Ballyvaughan | Gregans Castle
Room Type: Junior Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 7 - Wednesday 10^th December - Galway City and Ashford Castle

Galway is the capital of Ireland’s west. Known as the ‘town of the tribes’ the small centre of cobblestone streets and colourful store fronts is vibrant, fun and cosmopolitan. Spend a bit of free time here this morning taking in all that this bustling city has to offer including local markets, shops, and street performers.

Head towards your accommodation for the evening and meet out friends in Ireland’s Falconry School. Walk along the Ashford estate with a handler and your friendly hawks soaring above.

Your accommodation this evening is a fitting finale to your time on the Wild Atlantic Way. Ashford Castle is one of Ireland’s finest luxury castle hotels, set in a private estate of woodland, lakes and walks on the border of Co. Galway and Co. Mayo. This authentic and opulent  Castle Hotel stands proudly overlooking Lough Corrib, with a backdrop of the stone walls of Galway.

Overnight: Cong | Ashford Castle
Room Type: Deluxe Lake
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 8 - Thursday 11^th December - Depart

Head to the airport to make your onward connections. Waving farewell for now but taking with you special memories and wonderful stories of your explorations.

Meals Included: Breakfast