Dublin & Ireland’s Ancient East

Kilkenny Castle

Enjoy an unforgettable break in Ireland’s ancient East, home to medieval treasures, cultural gems and a real taste of the Emerald Isle.

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city • Tour of the Waterford Crystal centre and entrance to the Bishop’s Palace • Call at the picturesque fishing village of

Dunmore East • Visit Wexford County, ancestral home of former US President John F. Kennedy, • Learn about the Great Famine at the

Dunbrody Famine Ship & Museum • Guided tour of Hook Lighthouse • Spend a day in ‘Fair City’ Dublin, including a panoramic tour and free time to explore under your own steam • Explore the medieval town of Kilkenny, including entrance to the historic castle and St Canice Cathedral • Five nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation • Return flights to Dublin, with coach travel and transfers throughout • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Ha penny Bridge, Dublin

From your comfortable base at the four-star Riverside Park Hotel, you’ll venture to the 9th-century Viking city of Waterford, where original features including the ancient walled core and Reginald’s Tower, an impressive 11th-century fortification, remain standing. Take in the picture-perfect fishing village of Dunmore East, located on a secluded cove and popular with local artists, where you’ll spend some time exploring the quaint winding lanes and the pretty harbourside. Trace John F. Kennedy’s family history as you visit his ancestral family home at New Ross in Wexford County. He visited the town in 1963, and in 2008, his sister, Jean Kennedy Smith, unveiled a commemorative statue of him here. You’ll also learn all about the Great Famine at the Dunbrody Famine Ship & Museum, located on a replica 1840s ship modelled on vessels the Irish used to emigrate during this difficult time. Spend a day exploring ‘Fair City’ Dublin – possibly sampling a pint of the ‘black stuff’ at the famous seven-storey Guinness Storehouse and Gravity Bar, or exploring the historic College Green where Vikings founded the city, home to Trinity College, Ireland’s foremost seat of learning. The following day, a fascinating visit to medieval Kilkenny, home of the legendary, eponymous castle and a wonderful 13th-century Gothic cathedral, rounds off a wonderful trip.

Your Hotel

Hook Lighthouse, Wexford

Available May, Jun, Sep & Oct 2022 Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Birmingham £805 • Edinburgh £825 • Gatwick £805 • Heathrow £825 • Leeds/Bradford £799 • Liverpool £805 • Luton £805 • Manchester £805 Tour Only without flights from £670

Make your own way to the airport or your hotel. Room for Sole Use from £140

Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy HHHH Half-Board

The four-star Riverside Park Hotel, situated on the banks of the River Slaney, is just a short walk from Enniscorthy’s charming town centre, where you’ll find the 16th-century Enniscorthy Castle. The hotel has two restaurants, the Prom Bar with a veranda overlooking the river, and a leisure club with a pool, gym, sauna, and stream room. All rooms have recently been renovated and feature a TV, hairdryer, safe, iron and tea/coffee-making facilities.