Gl210s Glenton ireland brochure by Glenton Palmer Holidays

IRELAND collection 2017 EDITION 1 FREEPHONE 08000 24 24 24 glentonholidays.com

INSPIRING IRELAND The Emerald Isle was voted best destination in the world at the Group Leisure Awards 2016, beating worthy contenders such as France, Germany and Italy! If you’re itching to see what all the fanfare is about, why not join our Grand Tour of Ireland and experience a hefty chunk of the land of leprechauns on one action-packed holiday? Highlights of this spectacular adventure include Letterkenny, Ballina, Galway, Sligo and Limerick as well as heading way off the beaten track to sleepy Achill Island before a grand finale night at Dublin’s Taylors Three Rocks Irish entertainment venue.

Joining your INSPIRING IRELAND holiday is easy! Joining your coach at a local joining point Simply scan the list below to find your preferred coach joining point then follow the grid to see the departure times. When choosing your holiday, look for the relevant route code in the price panel. Please note these times are for guidance only – your confirmed time of departure will be printed on your travel ticket.

New for 2017 are treasures such as our Country Homes themed break taking in storybook Birr Castle and romantic Russborough House as well as our tempting Ireland Experience tour, based in lovely Lisdoonvarna and including gems like the amazing Ailwee Caves and beguiling Bunratty Folk Park. Be wowed by old favourites such as Killarney, Cork & the Ring of Kerry or take in beautiful scenery from Ireland’s glassy waters on our outstandingly popular Cruising the Emerald Isle holiday with treats such as the Donegal Bay Waterbus and sailing trips on both Lough Erne and the River Shannon.

CODE

Dundee

06.30

With so much to see and do, one trip to Ireland is never enough.

Dunfermline

05.30 07.20

08.15

East Kilbride†

07.00 09.30 09.30

Edinburgh

06.00 08.15 07.30 09.00

Our ratings and Recommendations

Based on customer feedback we’re delighted to introduce our new ratings and recommendations to tours we’ve operated in the past. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent:

95%

Location:

80%

Comfort & cleanliness: 90% Food:

Entertainment:

70% 60%

Ratings are based on returned customer questionnaires from tours in 2015 and until end September 2016. Entertainment ratings shown only if applicable. 2

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Bathgate

Cowdenbeath Cumbernauld

Falkirk Glasgow

08.30

08.00 10.30 10.30

Hamilton

07.30 10.00 10.00

Kilmarnock

08.45

Kirkcaldy

07.10

07.30

07.30 10.00 10.00

Stirling †

07.50

09.30

Glenrothes

Paisley†

06.45 09.15

09.00

On most departures, a people carrier will pick you up and transfer you to either Glasgow or Hamilton.

WITH GLENTON YOU GET SO MUCH MORE

BOOKING IS EASY Call Call our friendly holiday advisors on FREEPHONE 08000 24 24 24

Welcome Pack Every passenger on a GLENTON coach holiday receives a “doggy bag” containing snacks, water and our popular magazine, THE GLENTONEER, along with many other complimentary goodies.

Book online Visit our website www.glentonholidays.com and book your holiday online. Make sure you sign up for our weekly email newsletter – full of our latest deals and hot offers. LIKE US ON

TOTAL PEACE OF MIND ABTA & ATOL BONDED All holidays featured in this brochure enjoy the additional financial protection afforded by our ABTA membership. We are also bonded by ATOL providing extra financial security for air holidays. If you book with an unbonded company, you could well be risking your holiday and your hard earned money. Proud winners of “Best Booking Agent” at the Scottish Outdoor & Leisure Awards. As voted by the public.

Our collection features a fantastic range of hotels offering a variety of differing facilities. These are indicated on individual hotel descriptions by the following symbols: BAR This icon indicates that your hotel has one or more bar areas.

POOL Your hotel has an indoor and/or outdoor swimming pool.

LIFT Your hotel has a lift. On occasion, lifts may not access all floors and there may be stairs to negotiate.

GYM Hotels with this icon offer gym facilities.

ENTERTAINMENT Hotels bearing this symbol feature entertainment on one or more nights of your stay.

Come in Visit us at 30 Gordon Street in the heart of Glasgow centre. Visit your local travel agent All our holidays can be booked through our approved travel partners. For details of agents near you please call 08000 24 24 24.

How to pay We accept payment by cash, cheque or card. Please note there is no charge to pay by debit card however all credit cards incur a 2% handling fee. Terms and conditions apply to all bookings. Copies available on request.

Hand picked hotels

NO LIFT We regret there are no lifts. Please note that most hotels without elevators can provide low or ground floor rooms on request.

A non refundable deposit is payable within four working days of booking your holiday. Irish coach holidays incur a £50 deposit with all balances due four weeks prior to departure.

SAUNA Your hotel has a sauna and/ or steam room for the use of guests. WAITER SERVICE Where you see this icon, your evening meals will be waiter service rather than buffet style. B&B This icon indicates a holiday offered on a bed and breakfast only basis.

RESERVE YOUR SEAT

DRIVER

You can reserve your seat at the time of booking. Please note this is a guide only and seating layouts may differ. Sorry, it is not possible to reserve seats on mystery tours.

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ALL COACHES STRICTLY NO SMOKING

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If you holiday on your own, our GOOD COMPANIONS hosted tours are exclusively for mature single travellers! Relax with confidence in the company of like minded people. Please call for our dedicated GOOD COMPANIONS brochure.

If you organise or are involved with a club or society, why not let our specialist staff tailormake your group’s Irish holiday for you? Benefits include up to three free places. Call our groups team on 0141 221 1668 for details.

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The coach itself and its facilities were first class and our driver John was outstanding. Mr C Lunny

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Many of our exciting Irish holidays feature all the benefits of Select so your journey will be just as enjoyable as your destination!

NEW

All Glenton Select Holidays include:

ALL Select COACHES WILL HAVE ONBOARD WIFI BY EASTER Luxury travel in Glenton Select coaches - extra leg room - reclining leather 2017 seats - climate control - panoramic windows - satellite navigation • Premium welcome pack • Guided tour on one day of your holiday • Coffee and pastry on outward journey • Meal on return journey • On board library

Select coaches –

the epitome of comfort

At GLENTON we work very hard to use the best vehicles and drivers possible on all our holidays. We’re delighted and very proud to include for the first time our customer feedback, based on questionnaire returns from 2015 until the end of September 2016, for Select coaches and their drivers. Customers who rated the coach as good or excellent

93%

Customers who rated the driver as good or excellent

93%

PREMIUM WELCOME PACK At Glenton we believe in constantly reviewing and upgrading our services to clients. We recently re-designed our Premium Welcome Pack. On the outward journey each Select passenger receives a pack stuffed to the brim with goodies, as well as a copy of our popular magazine The Glentoneer.

Select Hotels –

those little extra touches

Sumptuous coach travel is only part of the GLENTON Select experience on your Irish holiday. In partnership with these well appointed vehicles, look forward to staying at top notch hotels like the Brandon House Hotel, New Ross, the Celtic Ross Hotel, Rosscarbery and a GLENTON favourite, the Hamlet Court Hotel – to name but a few!

DRIVER

Select SEATING PLAN 1D 2D 3D 4D 5D 6D 7D 8D 9D 10D 1C 2C 3C 4C 5C 6C 7C 8C 9C 10C

ALL COACHES STRICTLY NO SMOKING

WC GALLEY

1B 2B 3B 4B 5B 6B 7B 8B 9B 10B 11B 12B 1A 2A 3A 4A 5A 6A 7A 8A 9A 10A 11A 12A

Please note this diagram is a guide only. Coach layout and number of seats may vary on some Select vehicles.

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Your Ferry to Ireland With sailing times from Cairnryan of just over two hours, you’ll be on the Emerald Isle within a few hours of leaving home. Treat yourself to a refreshing drink or a tasty meal then sit back and relax as you glide across the Irish Sea.

Stena Line Step aboard a Stena Line ferry and you’ll find a lounge bar, barista coffee shop and a restaurant serving all your favourites. Chill out in the Living Room where you’ll find complimentary newspapers and a seventy inch television, view the offers at the shop, treat yourself to a massage at the Nordic Spa or catch a movie.

P&O Ferries There’s something for everyone aboard a P&O ferry to Ireland. Dine at the food court, relax in the comfortable lounge or on the top deck on sunny days. Sip your favourite tipple in a choice of bars or have a cappuccino at the coffee shop. Perhaps browse the bargains at the shop.

NEW FOR 2017

Dynamic Dublin Delights

Cosmopolitan Dublin is home to countless attractions like the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and Dublinia with its spellbinding Viking exhibitions. Then there’s Dublin castle, Trinity College, St Patrick’s Cathedral, elegant shops, cobbled squares and a plethora of traditional pubs. Perhaps enjoy a stroll taking in the enchanting blend of medieval, Georgian and modern architecture. Learn about Celtic culture at the National Leprechaun Museum or discover the city’s literary history at Dublin Writers Museum. You’ll be staying at the superb Royal Hotel, located just minutes from the beach in beautiful Bray and within easy reach of Dublin.

4 Days from £299

Sun 9 Apr £299 Sun 27 Aug £319 Single room supplement £70

K K

Guinness Storehouse excursion £15

PRICE INCLUDES

Sun 29 Oct

£299

Your Excursions

Guided tour of Dublin & Epic Ireland Enjoy a guided tour of dynamic Dublin taking in sights such as the Old Jameson Distillery, Grafton Street and Temple Bar. Later, we make our way to EPIC Ireland, Dublin’s new visitor experience where the story of the unique journey of the Irish nation unfolds through interactive visitor experiences. GPO Witness History Visitor Centre & Optional Excursion to Guinness Storehouse We visit the GPO Witness History Visitor Centre in legendary O’Connell Street where a band of rebels stormed the building on Easter Monday 1916. Experience the events from both sides of the conflict at this interactive attraction. Afterwards, enjoy time at leisure or join our optional excursion to the Guinness Storehouse Dublin. Ireland’s most popular tourist attraction where the story begins at the bottom of the world’s biggest pint glass and continues up through seven floors to the rooftop Gravity Bar.

Holiday Code: GIDUUN

• Dinner, B&B • Coach and ferry travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 2 for details.

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Sligo, Westport & Knock Get Together

84%

INCLUDES TWO NIGHTS ENTERTAINMENT & A GLASS OF WINE WITH DINNER Included Excursions: Sligo • Westport • Knock • Castlebar

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

Whoop it up with nights of fun, laughter and great entertainment at the superb Downhill Inn. This family run hotel is a mile from the centre of medieval Ballina and near the banks of the River Moy. Out and about we spend a day in historic Sligo, home to a thirteenth century abbey, contemporary art gallery and museum charting Sligo’s Stone Age past. We spend another day in the Georgian town of Westport, where you’ll find glorious churches, quaint avenues, a heritage centre and refined Westport House. Our final day out takes us to both the pilgrimage village of Knock with its Marian Shrine, and quaint Castlebar, custodian of the National Museum of Ireland.

5 Days only £199 Sun 12 Mar

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement Holiday Code: GIBADN

Please see page 15 for hotel ratings.

PRICE INCLUDES

• Dinner, B&B • Coach and ferry travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

FOUR STAR Letterkenny House Party

NEW FOR 2017 Don’t miss this sumptuous four star party break to the opulent Clanree Hotel. With its marble pillars and sweeping staircase, the Clanree is truly the essence of good taste. Look forward to delicious food in the spacious restaurant, traditional and lively entertainment including an Irish night in the hotel’s Tara Bar. We include an excursion to the walled city of Derry, a buzzing metropolis with graceful architecture and the fascinating Tower Museum. On another day we enjoy a scenic drive to Donegal Town where you might like to view the fifteenth century castle, visit the Railway Heritage Museum or simply relax at the harbour before we return via the Poison Glen.

Included Excursions: Derry • Donegal Town

5 Days only £279 Sun 5 Mar

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Please see page 12 for hotel ratings.

PRICE INCLUDES 6

Holiday Code: GILECN

• Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach and ferry travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Select extras • Premium welcome pack

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The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 2 for details.

St Patrick’s Day Delights Celebrate St Patrick’s Day on the welcoming Emerald Isle enjoying glitzy parades with colourful floats, traditional food and pulsating entertainment! Choose between, Letterkenny and Killarney.

Letterkenny

83%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

Enjoy Letterkenny’s fun filled parade as well as a guided walking tour of this traditional town. Holiday also includes an excursion to the walled city of Derry, home to elegant architecture and where you might like to visit the Tower Museum with its Story of Derry and Armada Shipwreck exhibitions. Letterkenny’s Station House Hotel provides an excellent central location along with modern facilities and delicious food.

4 Days only £279 Thu 16 Mar

Included Excursions: Guided walking tour of Letterkenny • Derry

PRICE INCLUDES

Single room supplement £40

Please see page 12 for hotel ratings.

Holiday Code: GILESN

• Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach and ferry travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Select extras • Premium welcome pack

Killarney

92%

of customers who travelled on this holiday would rebook with GLENTON.

Look forward to Killarney’s lively parade with authentic Irish Music. You’ll be staying at the town’s superb Eviston House Hotel right in the heart of Killarney, enjoying traditional tunes in its popular Danny Mann pub. We explore the mystical Ring of Kerry, an unspoilt region with Iron Age forts, old monasteries and a landscape carved out of rock from the Ice Age. On another day we head to the seaport city of Cork, where the triple-spired gothic St Finn’s Barr Cathedral is a must see.

5 Days only £349 Included Excursions: Ring of Kerry • Cork

PRICE INCLUDES

Thu 16 Mar

Single room supplement £60

Please see page 19 for hotel ratings.

Holiday Code: GIKIES

• Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach and ferry travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Select extras • Premium welcome pack

The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 2 for details.

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NEW FOR 2017

Grand Tour of Ireland

& Taylors Three Rocks IRISH NIGHT Discover the Emerald Isle’s exquisite treasures then whoop it up on a traditional night out at Taylors Three Rocks – Dublin’s leading Irish song and dance venue.

Irish indulgences get underway with lovely Letterkenny where you’ll find craft shops, pretty parks and heritage sites. Derry delivers a grand procession of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian architecture encircled by ancient walls and we include both a guided tour and entry to the city’s Tower Museum. We pop into historic Donegal Town on the banks of the River Eske then pause at Sligo, a coastal resort with crashing waves and golden sands. Next up is fourteenth century Ballina, nestling at the mouth of the River Moy and blessed with a stunning coastline. We cross the Michael Davitt Bridge to Achill Island, with its sleepy villages, powdery beaches and sky scraping Mount Slievemore. Galway beckons, a colourful town with winding alleys then we venture onwards to the charming medieval city of Limerick. A toe-tapping evening of traditional Irish entertainment at Dublin’s legendary Taylors Three Rocks nightspot is icing on the cake of our spectacular Irish adventure!

Your Select Hotels

You will stay in carefully chosen hotels from the GLENTON Select collection. Please see itinerary for details.

9 days only £699 Thu 24 Aug

Holiday Code: GIGRTS

Single room supplement £180

PRICE INCLUDES:

• Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach and ferry travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Select extras • Premium welcome pack 8

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Your Holiday Itinerary Thursday. We journey to Cairnryan for our ferry then onwards to Letterkenny where we check in at the Station Hotel for two nights. Friday. Treats kick off with a guided tour of Derry, Ireland’s only walled city and where intriguing sights include St Columbs Cathedral and the political murals. We include entry to the award winning Tower Museum where “The Story of Derry” and “An Armada Shipwreck” are the main exhibitions. Saturday. We spend the morning in Donegal Town, home to a fifteenth century castle, Railway Heritage Museum and a craft village. From here we continue to Sligo for some free time to relax on the beach before heading to the Twin Trees Hotel & Leisure Club in Ballina for our two night stay. Sunday. This morning we follow the spectacular Atlantic Coast Drive, overlooking the ocean and the island of Clare, arriving at Achill Island. This hidden gem is home to a Neolithic tomb and a deserted village that stands as a poignant reminder of the Great Famine. Monday. Enjoy a morning at the National Museum of Ireland in Castlebar where you can learn all about the traditional way of life on the Emerald Isle through folk themed exhibitions. Afternoon brings a guided tour of Galway, a gorgeous city that packs a lot of hidden treasures into its winding streets. From here we travel to the Limerick City Hotel for our two night stay. The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 2 for details.

Tuesday. Get your bearings and a taste of Limerick with our morning guided walking tour then continue sightseeing at your own pace. Perhaps explore thirteenth century King John’s Castle on King’s Island in the medieval heart of the city - a thirteenth century fortress with a state-of-the-art visitor centre that brings history to life. Elsewhere, view the collections at the City Gallery of Art or the rare antiquities at the Hunt Museum. Wednesday. A free morning in Limerick to do your own thing before we journey to Bray and check in to the Esplanade Hotel for our two night stay. Time to get your glad rags on for our fantastic night out at Taylors Three Rocks. Here we tuck into a delicious three course meal along with a whiskey and an Irish coffee before the entertainment kicks off. Look forward to Irish dancers and musicians – and get ready to join in! Thursday. We head to Dublin Fair City where we visit the brand new GPO Witness History Visitor Centre in legendary O’Connell Street where a band of rebels stormed the building on Easter Monday 1916. Here you will experience the events of the Easter Rising from both sides of the conflict at this interactive attraction. The rest of the day is yours to explore at your own pace. Friday. We head for our ferry back to Cairnryan and continue home.

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FROM

86%

£499

of our customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

The Seaport City of Cork Dublin & Galway This captivating holiday of contrasts is based in Rosscarbery, a historic and picturesque town overlooking a sandy cove on the rocky West Cork coastline. Splendid sightseeing includes the inimitable city of Galway, celebrated in story and song and brim full of quirky cafés, speciality shops and hidden treasures. The seaport city of Cork boasts impressive architecture such as stately City Hall and the Gothic St Finn Barre’s Cathedral with its triple spires. A holiday highlight is our day at Bantry House & Gardens, a magnificent estate and home to the unique Rose Room housing tapestries originally made for Marie Antoinette. Our final treats take in Kilkenny, a charming city where historical treasures await around every corner and dynamic Dublin – home to St Patrick’s Cathedral, Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse and the eccentric National Leprechaun Museum.

Your holiday itinerary Day One. We journey to Cairnryan for our ferry crossing before heading towards Galway and our overnight hotel. Day Two. Enjoy a morning in gorgeous Galway, a lively, compact city that packs a lot into its quaint winding streets. Early afternoon we continue to the excellent Celtic Ross Hotel for our four night stay. Day Three. Our day kicks off with a guided tour of the seaport city of Cork taking in its historical landmarks and impressive architecture. An afternoon delight comes in the form of an excursion to the historic port and fishing town of Kinsale. Perhaps explore Charles Fort, a seventeenth century star-shaped fort or the grand tower house known as Desmond Castle. Day Four. Today we hop aboard a boat for the short sailing across the harbour to famed Garnish Island where you can discover beautiful gardens featuring some stunning and rarely seen plants. Day Five. A free day to explore historic Rosscarbery with its attractive central square, Blue Flag beach and prettily decorated buildings. Have a game of pitch and putt, hire a pedal boat and spot wildlife at the Lagoon or head out to nearby megalithic Drombeg Stone Circle. Maybe you’d rather relax in one of the traditional pubs or make use of your hotels superb leisure centre. Day Six. We check out of our hotel and travel to quaint Kilkenny for some free time. Here the main attraction is the commanding castle with its inspiring art gallery. Elsewhere, perhaps visit Rothe House & Garden, a unique sixteenth century merchant’s townhouse or just enjoy a cuppa in one of the town’s traditional tearooms. From here we continue to our overnight hotel. 10

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Day Seven. A fascinating guided tour of Dublin completes our Irish adventure. We then head for our ferry home.

Your Select Hotels

Your overnight en route hotels will be carefully chosen from the Glenton Select collection.

Celtic Ross Hotel – Rosscarbery The outstanding Celtic Ross Hotel boasts beautiful views over Rosscarbery Bay and has a comfortable lounge bar as well as an impressive leisure centre coupled with a holistic beauty suite.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

Comfort & cleanliness: Food: Entertainment:

Sun 2 Jul

88% 84% 51%

7 Days from £499 Sun 9 Apr

82%

£499 £529

Single room supplement £80

Sun 27 Aug £529 Sun 8 Oct

£499

Holiday Code: GIGCDS

PRICE INCLUDES:

• Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach and ferry travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Select extras • Premium welcome pack The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 2 for details.

FROM

95%

£299

of customers who travelled on this holiday would rebook with Glenton.

The Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough & Dublin Extending over much of County Wicklow on the east coast of Ireland, the picturesque Wicklow Mountains National Park boasts a landscape of chocolate box vistas showcasing untamed forests, twisting mountain roads, fast flowing streams and lush valleys. Out and about we visit cosmopolitan Dublin, home to countless attractions such as the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College, St Patrick’s Cathedral, numerous traditional pubs and the atmospheric cobbled tangle of shops and eateries known as Temple Bar. We also enjoy a feast for our senses at Powerscourt Gardens, discover Stone Age settlements at Lullymore Heritage Park and experience the glitz of Hollywood at the Silverware Museum of Style Icons. We stay at the incredibly welcoming Hamlet Court Hotel, the epitome of Irish hospitality and winner of Glenton Hotel of the Year for two years running!

Your Excursions Powerscourt Gardens, Avoca, Glendalough & the Wicklow Mountains Our day begins at the magnificent Powerscourt Gardens (entry included) where lush flowerbeds and shrubbery sit alongside striking statues linked by carefully designed walkways. We round off this day of delights in the verdant valley of Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains National Park, a conservation area of outstanding natural beauty. Dublin We enjoy a guided tour of dynamic Dublin that will help you get your bearings for an afternoon of free time to explore. Perhaps you’ll just stroll the ancient streets, marveling at the enchanting blend of medieval, Georgian and contemporary architecture. Learn about Celtic storytelling and superstition in the quirky National Leprechaun Museum or treat yourself to a pint of the black stuff in The Brazen Head, a pub that dates back to the twelfth century. Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park and Newbridge Silverware Centre & Museum of Style Icons The multi-award winning Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park is set on sixty acres of picturesque landscape with woodland trails and gardens. Discover Irish heritage and culture with the parks interactive multi-media and at the replica dwellings and exhibitions. We continue to Newbridge Silverware Centre & Museum of Style Icons where you’ll find collections from celebrities such as Princess Diana and Audrey Hepburn. The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 2 for details.

HAMLET COURT HOTEL - ENFIELD

Set in the quaint village of Johnstownbridge close to Enfield on the border between Counties Kildare and Meath, this family run award winning hotel bursts with charm, style and character. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

86%

Comfort & cleanliness:

93%

Food: Entertainment:

90% 71%

5 Days from £299

Holiday Code: GIENHS

Sun 12 Mar £299

Sun 20 Aug £379

Sun 16 Jul

Mon 23 Oct £349

Mon 10 Apr £349 £369

Mon 18 Sep £359

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

PRICE INCLUDES:

• Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach and ferry travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Select extras • Premium welcome pack

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FROM

88%

£319

of customers who travelled on this holiday would rebook with Glenton.

Donegal Delights & the Walled City of Derry Set on a hill above the River Swilly, lovely Letterkenny is where you’ll find craft shops, pretty parks, heritage sites and the warmest of welcomes. We venture out to Derry with its grand procession of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian architecture all encircled by ancient walls. Perhaps you’d like to visit the city’s award winning Tower Museum. On another day we head to the village of Belleek on the banks of Lough Erne to take in a guided tour of Belleek Pottery Factory. Here you can also explore the museum, visit the audio-visual theatre and browse the tempting gift shop. A morning exploring the spectacular gardens of Glenveagh.

Your Excursions Derry Enjoy a day in the recently rejuvenated walled city of Derry where intriguing sights include St Columbs Cathedral and the political murals. Perhaps visit the award winning Tower Museum where “The Story of Derry” and “An Armada Shipwreck” are the main exhibitions.

Glenveagh National Park A morning outing to the glorious landscape of untamed wilderness, craggy mountains, glassy lakes, cascading waterfalls and enchanted native oak woodland in this lovely national park. We visit one of the finest gardens in Ireland where the Visitor Centre houses engaging exhibitions and an audio-visual show.

Guided Tour of Belleek Pottery Centre We enjoy a guided tour of Belleek Pottery Factory which houses some of the finest porcelain china in the world. See how unique pieces are made using traditional methods passed down through the generations.

CHOICE OF HOTELS IN LETTERKENNY Station House Hotel

Clanree Hotel

This contemporary, centrally located hotel has all Letterkenny’s attractions on its doorstep. Rooms are spacious with all modern facilities.

This four star lavishly decorated hotel features opulent marble and gold public areas and a cosy, traditional pub with live entertainment as well as superb leisure facilities.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

Location:

100%

Food:

£319 £329 £339

Single room supplement £60

K K K

Tue 1 Aug Mon 11 Sep

£339 £339

Holiday Code: GILESN

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• Dinner, B&B • Coach and ferry travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack 12

96%

Food: Entertainment:

80%

5 Days from £319

87%

Comfort & cleanliness:

93%

Entertainment:

Mon 8 May Sun 4 Jun Mon 3 Jul

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent:

100%

Comfort & cleanliness:

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90% 53%

5 Days from £369 Mon 24 Apr

Mon 19 Jun

£369 £379

Single room supplement £60

Holiday Code: GILECS K K

Mon 17 Jul

£389

PRICE INCLUDES:

Giant’s Causeway & The Titanic Experience

90%

of customers who travelled on this holiday would rebook with Glenton.

Your Excursions

World Port Day

Belfast boasts stunning visitor attractions splendid architecture and contemporary shopping centres. A highlight of our holiday is the extraordinary Titanic Experience where you relive the story of the legendary ocean liner’s triumphant launch and tragic demise. We also visit the glorious Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills Distillery and the burial site of St Patrick, Patron Saint of Ireland.

Belfast & the Titanic Experience A guided tour of Belfast followed by a visit to the Titanic Experience. This fabulous attraction features nine galleries with special effects, reconstructions and interactive zones.

& Zundert Flower Parade

RAMADA ENCORE HOTEL - BELFAST The stylish Ramada Encore is located in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter and within fifteen minutes’ walk of The Odyssey Arena, Titanic Quarter and local bars and shops.

Giant’s Causeway & Bushmills Distillery Today we marvel at the unique rock formations and rugged symmetry of the legendary Giant’s Causeway. Then it’s on to Bushmills Distillery where we are treated to a tour and a taste of the “water of life”. Mount Stewart House & Gardens, Down Cathedral & St Patrick’s Grave Today we visit Mount Stewart House & Gardens, a neoclassical mansion set in award-winning grounds. We then board a ferry to Downpatrick where we visit Down Cathedral, close to the resting place of St Patrick.

5 Days from £369 Mon 1 May £369 K

Please see website for hotel ratings.

PRICE INCLUDES

Tue 1 Aug £389 K

Mon 9 Oct £389 Holiday Code: GIBERN

Single room supplement £95

• Dinner, B&B • Coach and ferry travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

Historic Belfast & Dublin Fair City

95%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

Your Excursions

World Port Day

North and south, Belfast and Dublin; this tour is the ideal opportunity to relish the treasures on both sides of the border. Belfast boasts grand architecture and the amazing Titanic Experience where you can relive the story of the tragic liner. Dublin has a grand castle, Viking exhibitions, Guinness Storehouse and Leprechaun Museum. Another treat is the Boyne Valley with a visit to the Battle of the Boyne Centre.

Titanic Experience & Belfast Our day kicks off with a visit to the enthralling Titanic Experience. This exhibition extends over nine galleries with special effects, dark rides, reconstructions and interactive zones. Afterwards, a guided city tour taking in landmarks such as the Crumlin Road Jail, Cathedral Quarter, Queens University and the political murals.

& Zundert Flower Parade

Ballymascanlon House Hotel - Dundalk Nestling in acres of parkland, this splendid Victorian House is steeped in history yet has all the comforts of modern life.

Please see website for hotel ratings.

PRICE INCLUDES

Boyne Valley & Drogheda We tour the Boyne Valley one of the most significant prehistoric sites in Europe. We stop at the Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre and medieval Drogheda. Dublin A guided tour of Dublin to get your bearings followed by free time.

5 Days from £349

Mon 15 May £349 Mon 12 Jun £359 Single room supplement £60

K K

Mon 14 Aug £359 K Mon 18 Sep £369 K Holiday Code: GIDNBN

• Dinner, B&B • Coach and ferry travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 2 for details.

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only

100%

£399

of our customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

Cruising IN the Emerald Isle This laid-back holiday features blissful cruises on Ireland’s silvery waterways where you simply relax and lose yourself in peaceful, stunning scenery. Discover Donegal Bay aboard Ireland’s largest waterbus gliding past tiny islands and getting up close to wonderful wildlife. On other days we sail along the majestic waters of the River Shannon and Lough Erne as they meander their way through idyllic countryside and past the secluded villages that hug the picturesque banks. Enjoy the added bonuses of free time in enigmatic Enniskillen and delightful Donegal town.

Your Excursions Donegal Bay Waterbus Cruise & Donegal Town Enjoy fascinating commentary along with a sprinkling of Irish humour aboard the comfy waterbus as you sail past fascinating sights such as the Old Abbey and Seal Island. Whoop it up on the return sailing as you enjoy live music from the friendly crew. Our day also includes free time in Donegal town. Lough Erne Cruise & Enniskillen Today’s cruise glides us around lovely Lough Erne, a dazzling lake split in two by the town of Enniskillen and fringed by soaring mountains, lush countryside and craggy cliffs. Afterwards, enjoy free time in Enniskillen, Ireland’s only island town and home to quaint jetties and ornate bridges. Carrick-on-Shannon Cruise We have time to visit Carrickon-Shannon, a riverside town steeped in history and boasting a modern marina that gives access to the River Shannon and its stunning lakes. We also embark on a scenic cruise on the mighty Shannon, Ireland’s longest river and one of the most peaceful waterways in Europe. 14

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great northern hotel – bundoran

This outstanding four star hotel stands in over a hundred acres of parkland including a championship golf course and boast spacious lounges, two bars and a superb leisure club. The pretty seaside town of Bundoran is just a short stroll away. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

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5 Days only £399 Mon 29 May Mon 3 Jul

Holiday Code: GIBUGN Mon 4 Sep

Single room supplement £80

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Sligo, Westport & Knock Splendid sightseeing is in store as we head to Sligo, a coastal town that inspired Yeats’s greatest work and where some of the biggest waves in Western Europe crash down upon the sandy beach. Westport boasts a fine stately home, Castlebar is home to the Mayo Memorial Peace Park, while the pilgrimage village of Knock is said to be where an apparition of the Virgin Mary appeared. Your holiday is based in fourteenth century Ballina, County Mayo’s largest town nestling at the mouth of the River Moy and blessed with a stunning Atlantic coast.

Your Excursions

Downhill Inn – Ballina

Sligo A visit to the historic port town of Sligo, perhaps visit the thirteenth century abbey with its intricate carvings including Gothic and Renaissance tomb sculptures or head to the Niland Centre and view contemporary art. Alternatively, the County Museum houses an exhibition detailing Sligo’s Stone Age past.

This excellent family owned and run hotel has spacious and comfortable public areas and is located a mile from the centre of Ballina, within walking distance of the River Moy.

Westport & Foxford Woollen Mill Pretty Westport is home to elegant churches, splendid Westport House and a Georgian town centre. We continue to award winning Foxford Woollen Mills Visitor Centre where we enjoy a multimedia tour of the origins of the mill, dating back to the late 1800s. We are then taken through the working mill as it is today to view the mastery of craftsmanship. Afterwards, perhaps browse the gift shop or have a cuppa in the café. Knock & Castlebar A morning visit to the famous pilgrimage village of Knock, home to the Marian Shrine and a museum. The afternoon will be spent in Castlebar where you’ll find the National Museum of Ireland which boasts amazing collections of Irish heritage, culture and natural history. The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 2 for details.

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Entertainment:

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5 Days from £199

Holiday Code: GIBADN

Sun 12 Mar £199

Mon 19 Jun £299

Mon 22 May £289

Mon 14 Aug £299

Mon 3 Apr

£259

Single room supplement £60†

Mon 10 Jul

£299

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£369

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Irish Lakeland, Dublin & Galway Lovely Mullingar stands on the River Brosna midway between Loughs Owel, Ennell and Derravaragh and is encircled by the Royal Canal in leafy County Westmeath. Home to interesting architecture, the town is dominated by the Cathedral of Christ the King. Enjoy a stroll along the canal banks, partake of Irish hospitality in a welcoming pub or wander around the shops and museums. We visit enchanting Carrick-on-Shannon and gorgeous Galway as well as the unmissable city of Dublin.

Your Excursions Carrick-on-Shannon Known as the cruising capital of Shannon, this colourful riverside town is one of Ireland’s most cosmopolitan communities and offers easy access to the River Shannon and its stunning lakes. We return early afternoon for free time in Mullingar. Galway Though compact enough to stroll around at a leisurely pace, the gorgeous city of Galway packs a lot of holiday into its fascinating winding streets that are full to the brim with craft shops, friendly pubs and hidden treasures. Dublin Magical Dublin abounds with great shops and restaurants yet around every corner there is a fascinating reminder of the city’s rich heritage. We enjoy a guided tour followed by free time to explore the Fair City.

BLOOMFIELD HOUSE HOTEL - MULLINGAR

Set on the shores of Lough Ennell, this elegant hotel oozes class with its marble fireplaces and gilded mirrors. The restaurant is known for its imaginative cuisine. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

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5 Days from £369 Sun 30 Apr

Mon 12 Jun

£369 £369

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Ireland’s Copper Coast Waterford, Cork & New Ross Historic Dungarvan is our base for this enticing holiday. This colourful town features arts galleries, craft shops and a Gothic church while the pretty harbour bustles with pleasure boats. We explore the Copper Coast popping into pretty Tramore and wonderful Waterford - a thousand-year-old city with a medieval flavour, atmospheric streets and a lively waterfront. Other treats include cultural Cork as well as New Ross, located on the banks of the River Barrow and where you might like to visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship, an exact replica of the ship that took thousands of Irish people from the Great Famine to a new life in America.

Your Excursions Tramore & Waterford We drive along the Copper Coast to the golden sands of Tramore before continuing to wonderful Waterford. Founded by the Vikings, Waterford is home to a museum chronicling the city’s history as well as Waterford Crystal where two centuries of crystal manufacturing unfold and the latest masterpieces are created right before your eyes. Cork Cork is home to impressive architecture such as the imposing triple spired cathedral and stately city hall. Perhaps visit the haunting nineteenth century City Gaol or view the fascinating exhibitions at the Vision Centre. New Ross We make our way to New Ross, home to the ruins of a Cistercian abbey and leafy woodland walks. The town’s main attraction is the Dunbrody Famine Ship. One of Ireland’s premier tourist attractions, this authentic reproduction of an 1840s vessel features costumed performers and themed displays as you experience life as famine emigrant. Elsewhere in New Ross you’ll find the John F Kennedy Memorial Park where the visitor centre houses exhibitions and an audiovisual show. The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 2 for details.

Lawlors Hotel - Dungarvan

This long established family-run hotel is located in the heart of Dungarvan just a short stroll from the river and shops. There is a pleasant terrace as well as a comfortable and stylish lounge bar.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

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5 Days from £329 Mon 3 Apr

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£329 £369

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£479

Connemara, Galway & the Aran Islands This scenic holiday is based in Clifden, Connemara’s largest town nestling amidst mountains and craggy coastline. We include a free day to enjoy the resort when you might like to visit the castle ruins, discover the town’s history at the heritage centre or browse the unique speciality shops. A true Irish experience awaits when we sail to the mystical Aran Islands, one of the last outposts where Gaelic is still the everyday language. We visit the gorgeous harbour town of Galway, home to eighteenth century Eyre Square and a Latin Quarter with twisting lanes and quirky cafés. Our holiday stops in luscious Letterkenny on our outward journey.

Your Excursions

Clifden Station House Hotel - CONNEMARA

Westport We make an en route stop at pretty Westport, home to beautiful churches, glorious Westport House, quaint avenues and a Georgian town centre. Aran Islands We hop aboard the ferry to the atmospheric Aran Islands, look forward to a two hour tour taking in stunning beaches, weathered ruins and tiny settlements where time has stood still.

This well-appointed hotel occupies the site of a former railway station and its traditional Signal Bar is set in the old station master’s house. Relax in the stylish lounge and enjoy fine food in the award winning restaurant.

Galway Enjoy free time in the colourful, cultural, compact city of Galway.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

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6 Days from £479 Sun 23 Apr

Sun 25 Jun

£479 £499

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Sun 8 Oct

£479

Single room supplement £80

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killarney, cork & the Ring of Kerry It’s little wonder the locals are so proud of vibrant Killarney and its incredibly beautiful countryside. Famed for its festivals, carnivals and lake regattas, this exuberant region has become the Emerald Isle’s premier tourist destination. From our base in Killarney town, we also visit the seaport city of Cork and the breathtaking Ring of Kerry. Our journeys are bookended by restful dinner, bed and breakfast stops on the outward and return journeys.

Your Excursions

Ring of Kerry We visit the awe-inspiring Ring of Kerry, a mystical unspoilt region that abounds with fine beaches and ancient monuments. Killarney We include a free day for independent sightseeing in our resort. Maybe you’ll visit the fifteenth century Ross Castle or the magnificent Victorian mansion Muckross House. You could even take a boat trip to Innisfallen Island, home to monastic ruins that date back to the eleventh century. Cork We make our way to Cork with its impressive architecture such as the imposing triple-spired cathedral and the stately city hall. On our return we visit Blarney Woollen Mills for some shopping. Dublin We return to Dublin for a guided tour of the “fair city”. The many iconic sights include Trinity College, the Customs House, the General Post Office and the controversial Monument of Light, a silver spire that pierces the sky above O’Connell Street.

EVISTON HOUSE HOTEL – KILLARNEY

This family run Best Western hotel is set in the town centre close to all the amenities and attractions. The traditional Irish bar hosts live entertainment.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

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Comfort & cleanliness:

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7 Days from £549 Sun 7 May Sun 9 Jul

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Holiday Code: GIKIES Sun 24 Sep £549

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The Ring of Kerry & the Dingle Peninsula Nestling in Tralee Bay in County Kerry, the lovely town of Tralee offers a panorama of sea and mountains. Wide streets surrounded by narrow lanes give it a cosy village feel yet it bursts with things to see and do. Attractions include the Kerry and Kingdom Museum, the national folk theatre known as Siamsa Tire and innumerable lively pubs and welcoming cafés. On this magical tour we visit Killarney, the magnificent Dingle Peninsula and the spectacular Ring of Kerry.

Your Excursions Ring of Kerry Today’s excursion to the stunning Ring of Kerry is sure to be a holiday highlight. This is one of the world’s finest areas of natural beauty and every tiny village is steeped in history and folklore. Dingle Peninsula Today we take a leisurely tour through the ravishing scenery that graced the screen in Ryan’s Daughter, exploring the world famous and immensely beautiful Dingle Peninsula. Killarney We enjoy a full day in the historic town of Killarney. Why not take a spin in a jaunting car, visit the gothic style Franciscan Friary or take a relaxing stroll through the gardens of Killarney House, an oasis of tranquillity in the centre of town?

ballyroe heights hotel - tralee

Set in over six acres of delightful gardens and woodland, with great views of Tralee Bay and the Sliabh Mish Mountains, our hotel offers luxurious accommodation within a relaxed atmosphere. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

54%

Comfort & cleanliness:

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Food:

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Entertainment:

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6 Days from £379

Holiday Code: GITRBS

Sun 16 Apr

£379

Sun 23 Jul

£459

Sun 11 Jun

£449

Sun 15 Oct £399

Sun 7 Apr

£439

Sun 3 Sep

£439

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Wexford, Kilkenny, Waterford & the Dunbrody Famine Ship

NEW FOR 2017

This fascinating holiday of contrasts is based in County Wexford, the corner stone of Ireland’s Ancient East, it is steeped in heritage with miles of sandy beaches. We spend time in its capital, Wexford, a city founded by the Vikings in 800 AD and home to a lively arts centre. On another day we venture out to the bijou, yet charming city of Kilkenny, abounding with historical treasures. A highlight is our visit to the Dunbrody Famine Ship, an authentic reproduction of an 1840s vessel where costumed characters tell its story. From here we continue to wonderful Waterford. This thousand year old city has a medieval flavour, atmospheric streets, a lively waterfront and a museum chronicling its history as well as being home to the eponymous crystal.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Day One. We journey to Cairnryan for our ferry crossing to Ireland, then onwards to your chosen hotel for our four night stay. Day Two. The county’s ancient capital of Wexford is our treat where you’ll find a pretty marina, winding streets, grand churches and reminders of its Norman past. Day Three. Kilkenny is our destination today. Perhaps step behind the imposing stone walls of Kilkenny Castle, see the soaring eaves of St Canice’s Cathedral, view the shimmering stained glass of twelfth century Black Abbey or explore Rothe House – a unique sixteenth century townhouse. Day Four. First delight today is our guided tour of the Dunbrody Famine Ship where you experience life as a famine emigrant through costumed characters. We continue to Waterford for a walking guided tour of this ancient city. Afterwards, free time to perhaps stroll the cobbled streets, explore the picturesque quayside, visit the cathedrals or discover remarkable Reginald’s Tower. Day Five. After breakfast we head for our ferry then onwards home.

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CHOICE OF HOTELS

Brandon House Hotel & Solas Croi Spa - New Ross

This delightful country house hotel is within walking distance of New Ross and has an award winning restaurant, traditionally styled guest lounges and its Library Bar enjoys views over the River Barrow. Outside, you’ll find a pretty garden and there are impressive leisure facilities.

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Riverside Park Hotel - Enniscorthy This modern, luxurious hotel with a circular stone tower enjoys an enchanting location on the banks of the River Slaney, less than a ten minute walk from Enniscorthy Castle. It boasts a sumptuous interior with a lounge where entertainment is hosted and a promenade bar with views of the river.

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£329

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£369

Mon 8 May £349

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Glorious Gardens & Mighty Castles This sightseeing holiday is set in Roscrea, a typical market town in County Tipperary with a wide main street flanked by shops. It is home to an imposing castle, built in 1213 within the grounds of Damer House and featuring stunning pre-Palladian architecture. Near the castle you’ll find an interesting twelfth century Romanesque church and round tower. Perhaps visit Mona Inch Abbey, located on what used to be an island, the fifteenth century Franciscan Friary with its preserved nave arcade or Fancroft Mills & Gardens, home to a whooshing waterwheel. Maybe you’d like to simply enjoy a drink and traditional Irish music in one of the friendly pubs.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Day One. We journey to Cairnryan for our ferry crossing then continue to Racket Hall Country House Hotel. Day Two. This morning we make our way to Birr Castle Demesne where we are treated to a guided tour of this storybook fortress. Its grounds are a tranquil oasis with romantic walks, a moat, rare plants and waterfalls. Afterwards, enjoy some free time in Birr before we continue to Portumna Castle and Gardens. This partly fortified Jacobean manor is surrounded by a willow maze and formal grounds. Day Three. Our treat today is Russborough House, a Palladian mansion set in parkland with views of Blessington Lakes. After viewing the ornate interior and unique exhibits, we spend the afternoon in the medieval town of Kildare. Here you might like to visit the heritage centre where a virtual seventh century monk takes you on a fascinating journey through time. Day Four. We visit well preserved Cahir Castle, built on an island on the River Suir in 1142, it retains its impressive keep, tower and defensive structure. The afternoon brings free time to stroll around Cashel town, home to ancient monasteries, a Georgian cathedral and fortified townhouses. Day Five. After breakfast, we head for our return ferry, then continue home.

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Racket Hall Country House Hotel – Roscrea

Elegant Racket Hall Country House Hotel nestles beneath the Slieve Bloom Mountains in the heritage town of Roscrea and offers countryside views, exposed brick walls, open fireplaces and a wood panelled bar. It makes the perfect base to get you in the mood for our rural themed itinerary.

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Sun 21 May

£369 £389

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Ireland experience This engaging holiday is based in Lisdoonvarna, a charming village in North Clare famed for a Victorian Spa where you can bathe in therapeutic mineral waters. En route, we call in at Dublin, a must see city with attractions such as the Guinness Storehouse, Leprechaun Museum and Viking exhibitions as well as cobbled squares and a plethora of pubs. Treats include a tour of the amazing Ailwee Caves followed by a visit to the breathtakingly beautiful Cliffs of Moher. We taste the water of life at Kilbeggan Distillery, try smoked salmon at Burren Smokehouse and enjoy a guided tour of medieval Galway. A truly memorable Irish experience is in store when we visit beguiling Bunratty Folk Park – a recreated historic village. Finally, our adventure is complete when we experience celebrity glitz and glamour at the Museum of Style Icons.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Day One. We journey to Cairnryan for our ferry crossing to Ireland then continue to our overnight hotel on the outskirts of Dublin. Day Two. First treat today is a morning tour of Dublin taking in sights such as Trinity College, St Patrick’s Cathedral and Dublin Castle. Afterwards, we get our taste buds tantalised with a tasting tour at Kilbeggan Distillery. Here you will be transported back through the centuries as you view the creaking waterwheel and steam engine. Suitably refreshed, we continue to County Clare and to Lisdoonvarna - Ireland’s premier spa town. We check into a hotel from the White’s collection for our three night stay. Day Three. This morning we head into the glorious Burren countryside, arriving at Ailwee Caves for a guided tour of this spectacular underworld of breathtaking caverns and thundering waterfalls. Later, we continue to the Cliff’s of Moher, a landscape unchanged for millennia and home to Ireland’s largest mainland seabird colony. On our return we stop at Burren Smokehouse and sample smoked salmon. Day Four. Gorgeous Galway beckons and our guided walking tour will get your sightseeing off to a great start. Afterwards, enjoy free time to wander the cobblestoned alleyways brim full of craft shops and hidden treasures. Day Five. We check out of our hotel and make our way to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park – an enchanting recreation The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 2 for details.

of a nineteenth century village with a school, post office, hardware store and the ubiquitous pub! After time to explore, our journey continues via the walled city of Limerick, home to thirteenth century King John’s Castle, then onwards to Kildare. Here we call in at the Newbridge Silverware Centre & Museum of Style Icons where you’ll find collections from celebrities such as Princess Diana and Audrey Hepburn. Late afternoon we check into our overnight hotel on the outskirts of Dublin. Day Six. Tuck into breakfast before we journey to Belfast for our return sailing and then continue home.

Your Lisdoonvarna Hotel

You will be staying in accommodation from the White Hotels chain in the village of Lisdoonvarna.

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£399

Single room supplement £85

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grand Irish OdYssey FLYING FROM EDINBURGH AIRPORT

Irish Adventure FLYING FROM EDINBURGH AIRPORT

Visiting Ireland is an unforgettable experience and there’s no finer way to discover the JOIN very best of this magical DIRECT AT land than on our Grand Irish AIRPORT Odyssey holiday. We take in the magic of the South West, the southern reaches of Cork, the rugged Atlantic coastlines, the wild and dramatic beauty of Connemara, the amazing landscape that is the Giant’s Causeway and take a trip around Belfast. The hotels on this holiday are located in Cork, Killarney, Galway, Letterkenny and Belfast areas. All hotels have been chosen to provide the best in comfort, convenience and value for money throughout.

11 NIGHTS FROM £1099 Sun 18 Jun

£1199

Single room supplement £350

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HALF BOARD Sun 24 Sep

£1099 Holiday Code: AEIRGI

Enjoy five nights in the lovely Emerald Isle on our escorted Irish Adventure holiday. JOIN Combining classic scenic DIRECT AT coach touring with lots of AIRPORT interesting excursions, sit back, relax and enjoy the full flavour of this enchanting land – from the welcoming towns and typical hospitality to the tranquil lakes and mountains of its glorious and wonderfully unspoilt South West corner. Staying at the family run Eviston House Hotel, in Killarney town centre.

5 NIGHTS FROM £599 Mon 22 May

£599

Single room supplement £139

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£649 Holiday Code: AEIREK

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