FOOTLOOSE IN THE EMERALD ISLE

Dublin to Dublin

Thursday 8th to Friday 16th August 2024

8 nights including 2 Gala Dinners

We are delighted to welcome walkers and strollers alike on this walking cruise through Eire in the stimulating company of our experienced walking guides. Revel in the lush, soulful landscapes of the beautiful Emerald Isle and take in its timeless, spiritual beauty.

Ramble in lush landscapes with our walking guides or discover the magnificent 800-acre estate of Kilruddery House with our strollers before sailing south to Rosslare. Enjoy a full day of refreshing walks or visit the fairy-tale, Gothic revival Johnstown Castle, and embark on a city tour of fascinating Wexford where winding medieval streets are rich with Viking history.

Walking Highlights

• Walks from Rosslare

• Walks from Kinsale

• Walks from Cobh

• Walks from Waterford

• Walks from Dublin

Join the walkers from colourful Kinsale, or explore this vibrant coastal town renowned for its rich history on a guided tour. Relish a city tour of cosmopolitan Cork, sitting proudly on an island in the middle of the River Lee and visit the poignant Emigration and Maritime Story at Cobh Heritage Centre. Alternatively opt for a full day ‘Footloose’ adventure around Great Island.

Pull on your boots and stride out from Waterford, or admire the superlative craftmanship of the world’s finest crystal which has been produced here for over 200 years and uncover the highlights of the city, a treasure-trove of ancient artefacts and elegant architecture.

The fair city of Dublin, astride the River Liffey, is vivacious and cultural, exuberantly blending old and new. Explore this vibrant UNESCO City of Literature and discover the twin cathedrals of Christ Church and St Patrick, or stretch your legs on a final ‘Footloose’ experience.

T ravel Plan – 8 nights

Thursday 8th August Dún Laoghaire, Dublin - Embarkation.

Friday 9th August

Dun Laoghaire - Kilruddery House and Gardens/half day walk.

Cruise south from Dublin.

Saturday 10th August

Rosslare - Johnstown Castle/full day walk.

Rosslare - City tour of Wexford.

Sunday 11th August

Cruise south east coast of Eire.

Kinsale - Walking tour/half day walk.

Monday 12th August

Cobh - City tour of Cork/full day walk.

Cobh - Cobh Heritage Centre.

Tuesday 13th August

Cruise south coast of Eire.

Waterford - Waterford Crystal Museum/half day walk.

Wednesday 14th August

Waterford - City tour/half day walk.

Cruise east coast of Eire.

Thursday 15th August

Dublin - City tour/full day walk.

Dublin - St Patrick's and Christ Church Cathedrals.

Friday 16th August Dublin - Disembarkation.