Bantry Bay & the Ring of Kerry
Bantry Bay & the Ring of Kerry
$1011
Tour Overview
The magical southwest corner of the Emerald Isle is a truly stunning place to escape to. Replete with charming fishing towns and villages, enchanting castles and slumbering seascapes, these verdant green hills embody the best of rural Ireland. We combine the peaceful countryside with the vibrant city of Dublin and discover more of the country’s highlights during our charming break. Never again be lost for words after kissing the Stone of Eloquence, look out for seals on the ferry to the unique Garnish Island and absorb the breathtaking scenery of the Ring of Kerry.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Ring Of Kerry
Discover the mystical and unspoilt region of Ireland that has attracted visitors for hundreds of years – the Ring of Kerry. Forming part of the Wild Atlantic Way, the Ring of Kerry offers an incredible insight into the ancient heritage of Ireland with its Iron Age forts, historic monasteries and a landscape carved out of rock by the last Ice Age 10,000 years ago.
Day 2 : Dublin
The fair city of Dublin is a beautiful medieval city, with a long and colourful past - its museums, art galleries and wonderful architecture, all chronicling its fascinating history.
Tracing its origins back to a small Viking settlement, it has much history to offer its visitors. See the Book of Kells, written around 800AD, one of the most beautifully illustrated manuscripts in the world or visit the many castles in the area.
What's Included
Includes
- Return coach travel & ferry crossings
- 2 nights at a selected hotel in the Dublin area (JG3 rating) with dinner & breakfast*
- 3 nights at a selected hotel (JG3 or JG4 rating) with dinner & breakfast
- Excursions to Blarney Castle, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Garnish Island, Beara Peninsula & Dublin
- Ferry boat to Garnish Island
- Irish coffee-making demonstration
- Escorted by a tour manager in Ireland
Optional locally guided city tour of Dublin (£16pp)
*Please note: due to our early departure, breakfast on the final morning will be taken on the ferry.
Accommodation
Hotel Hotel
Westlodge Hotel, Bantry (JG3 rating)
The Westlodge Hotel is situated on the edge of the market town of Bantry, overlooking beautiful Bantry Bay. Set in 23 acres of landscaped gardens, the hotel offers en-suite rooms with a TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. There is also a bar, restaurant and leisure centre with indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and gym as well as a 9-hole pitch & putt course.
Maritime Hotel, Bantry (JG4 rating)*
The Maritime Hotel offers comfortable and stylish en suite rooms in a spectacular setting against the backdrop of the three rugged peninsulas of Mizen Head, Sheep’s Head and Beara. Hotel facilities includes restaurant, wellness centre with indoor pool and free Wi-FI.
*19th Oct date only
The West Cork Hotel, Skibbereen (JG3 rating)**
The West Cork Hotel overlooks the peaceful llen River and is situated close to the centre of Skibbereen. The tranquil and friendly hotel offers en-suite rooms with a TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, bar and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
**29th Sept date only
Selected Hotel, Dublin (JG3 rating)
We also spend the first and our last night of our break at a conveniently located hotel in the Dublin area.
1 Select your preferred date
Sunday - Friday
Sep 01, 2024 - Sep 06, 2024Sunday - Friday
Sep 29, 2024 - Oct 04, 2024Saturday - Thursday
Oct 19, 2024 - Oct 24, 2024Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
National Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 95 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of national holidays charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.