Connemara - Antrim Coast

7

Days

5

Days

Discover the unspoilt magic of the beautiful Connemara Coast A Brilliant Tour of Ireland and the story of ‘Titanic’

ITINERARY ITINERARY

SUNDAY

Morning departure to North Wales to join our sailing from Holyhead to Dublin. Late afternoon arrival we travel to the Talbot Hotel Stillorgan where Dinner is included.

MONDAY

A traditional Breakfast at leisure. We depart at around 9:30am to include a short tour of Dublin and then we travel to Westport where we arrive at the Castlecourt Hotel to enjoy a four night stay. Dinner and full Breakfast are included each day.

TUESDAY - THURSDAY

Westport has been attracting tourists for many years and is situated in County Mayo. During our stay we include a Tour of the Connemara Coast taking in breathtaking views of Islands, Mountains and Lakes.

We are escorted by a local guide to hear the fascinating Irish history of this fabulous area. We also include an excursion to the vibrant City of Galway. This harbour City is rich in Irish culture, music, traditional Pubs and has a unique atmosphere.

There will be a free day in Westport or you can join our optional tour to Achill Island with its famous and dramatic Atlantic Drive along the Corraun Peninsula.

FRIDAY

We depart after Breakfast this morning to return to Dublin giving you a couple of hour’s free time at this wonderful destination. We then transfer to the Talbot Hotel for our last night with Dinner once again included.

SATURDAY

Early departure to join the 8:10am Stena Line Ferry for our return to Holyhead. On board we include Breakfast. We then journey along the Welsh Coast and arrive back in the West Midlands late afternoon.

CASTLECOURT HOTEL

The Castlecourt Hotel is situated just a short walk from Westport centre. It has over 150 Bedrooms all with Private Facilities, TV, Telephone and Hairdryer. There are Reception Services, Restaurant, Café, Lounge, Passenger Lifts and a Bar. There is a Leisure Centre, Indoor Pool and Hairdressing Salon. Entertainment is normally provided.

MONDAY

Early morning departure calling at Gretna Green, we then travel to the port of Cairnryan. Here we join our Stena Line crossing to Belfast. We then make the short journey to our Hotel where we stay for three nights, with Dinner and Breakfast included.

TUESDAY

After a hearty Breakfast we are joined by a local Guide for a tour of Belfast. It is an international destination full of history and interest. Here in the famous shipyards of Harland and Wolff, the ill-fated Titanic was built.

We include admission to the Memorial built in memory of the tragic events that happened over 100 years ago – A fascinating visit. We return to the Hotel for Dinner.

WEDNESDAY

A full and exciting day driving along the spectacular Antrim Coast. We visit the world famous Giants Causeway where we include admission to the Giants Causeway Visitor Centre. We return in time for Dinner.

THURSDAY

Irish Breakfast and then we depart across the border to Southern Ireland and the vibrant city of Dublin. Time to view the main sights before our transfer to the Talbot Hotel. Dinner is once again included.

FRIDAY

An early start as we travel to the Port of Dublin for our 8:10am crossing to Holyhead. On board we include a Buffet Breakfast. We return through Wales and along the M6 back to the West Midlands, arriving late afternoon.

STORMONT HOTEL

The Hastings Stormont Hotel is situated around 4 miles from Belfast overlooking the gardens of Stormont Castle. It has over 100 well-appointed Bedrooms all with Private Facilities. There is a Restaurant, Lounge Bar and Passenger Lift. Full Irish Breakfast is served Buffet style and Dinner has a Choice Menu.

PRICE INCLUDES

▶ Coach Travel ▶ Irish Sea Crossings ▶ 2 Nights – Talbot Hotel, Dublin ▶ 4 Nights – Castlecourt Hotel, Westport ▶ Dinner – Each Evening ▶ Irish Breakfasts ▶ Short Tour of Dublin ▶ Connemara Coast Tour ▶ Excursion to Galway ▶ Hotel Entertainment ▶ Hotel Leisure Centre

Departure Dates Price £ SUNDAYS

June 05 695.00 September 04 695.00 Single Supplement 130.00

PRICE INCLUDES

▶ Coach Travel ▶ Irish Sea Crossings ▶ 3 Nights – Stormont Hotel, Belfast ▶ 1 Night – Talbot Hotel, Dublin ▶ Dinner – Each Evening ▶ Irish Breakfasts ▶ Guided Tour of Belfast ▶ Admission into Titanic Belfast ▶ Tour of Antrim Coast ▶ Admission into Giants Causeway ▶ Visit to Dublin

Departure Dates Price £ MONDAYS

May 16 525.00 June 27 535.00 August 22 545.00 September 19 535.00 Single Supplement 110.00 Stormont Hotel