Ireland’s Ancient East & Lakelands
Ireland’s Ancient East & Lakelands
Ireland’s Ancient East & Lakelands
6 Days Starting in holyh and ending in Holyhead, UK
Visiting: Cavan, Enniskillen, Lower Lough Erne, Ulster American Folk Park, Dublin, Holyhead
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Tour code:
pae
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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Tour Overview
Discover the magical Irish Lakelands, a region immersed in history, tranquillity and natural beauty. Explore years of history wrapped in myth and legend, as well as local traditions that will enchant and excite. County Cavan is regarded as Ireland’s Lake District and it shares a border with its neighbour, Northern Ireland’s own Lake District, County Fermanagh.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In County Cavan
Location: Cavan
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club
Meals Included: Dinner
Regional departure by coach, then to Holyhead for the ferry to Ireland. Head to our hotel in County Cavan for four nights.
Day 2 : Lough Erne & Enniskillen
Location: Enniskillen, Lower Lough Erne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we enjoy an included excursion to the bustling town of Enniskillen, superbly situated between the upper and lower Lough Erne.
The day begins with a scenic drive of the lakelands, alive with myth and legend, where glistening waters and lush green landscapes frame this stunning picture-postcard scene.
See Enniskillen's Buttermarket, the impressive castle, home to a fascinating heritage centre, and explore the winding streets lined with shops selling traditional Irish goods. Relax in one of the many cafés or bars dotted about the town and soak up the unique and charming Irish atmosphere.
Day 3 : Ulster American Folk Park
Location: Ulster American Folk Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today’s included excursion takes us on another scenic journey, as we head into Northern Ireland to the Ulster American Folk Park, an award-winning museum that brings three centuries of Irish emigration to life.
Costumed re-enactments, themed exhibits and traditional crafts portray the the epic story, as you walk in the footsteps of those who emigrated from Ulster to America in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Day 4 : Day At Leisure Or Mullaghmore & Sligo
Location: Cavan
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Relax with a day at leisure or enjoy a day of fantastic scenery on our optional excursion into 'Yeats Country', as we head first to the lovely fishing village of Mullaghmore. Dramatic views abound over the North Atlantic Ocean, whilst Ben Bulben Mountain creates a striking backdrop.
We make a short stop at Drumcliff, best known as the final resting place of W.B. Yeats, whose simple grave is found in the village's churchyard.
Continuing to Sligo, there is time to explore the vibrant town with its many historical buildings, including the 13th century abbey, Sligo Cathedral and the W.B. Yeats memorial building.
Day 5 Dublin
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Johnstown Estate
Meals Included: Breakfast
We head to Dublin where you can join our optional sightseeing tour, which will take in the main sights.
The first thing you notice is the wealth of elegant Georgian architecture, notably in Fitzwilliam and Merrion Squares. The city is divided by the River Liffey, crossed by numerous bridges, including the Ha’penny Bridge. You’ll find plenty to see and do in Dublin’s Fair City!
We stay overnight in the Dublin outskirts.
Day 6 : Return Home
Location: Holyhead
Meals Included: Breakfast
To Holyhead, then home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
This trip includes coach travel from/to a local UK joining point
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Fully Guided
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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International Travel
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 4-star Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club in Ballyconnell, County Cavan. Then you will stay for one night at the 4-star Johnstown Estate in County Meath.
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Fully escorted by our experienced drivers/crews. And in most towns and cities we either include or offer optional sightseeing tours with expert local guides to help you get the most from your visits.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
On Leger Coach Holidays, your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full.
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What type of coach will be used?
You will travel on either our Luxuria Coach or our Silver Service Coach
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Some tours carry a supplement for solo travellers, please ask for details if the Single price is not shown
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of leger holidays charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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