St Patrick’s Day in Dublin & Ireland’s Ancient East
St Patrick’s Day in Dublin & Ireland’s Ancient East
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St Patrick’s Day in Dublin & Ireland’s Ancient East
6 Days Starting and ending in Holyhead, UK
Visiting: Holyhead, Waterford, Dublin, Wicklow Mountains, Kilkenny, Carlow
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Tour code:
psp
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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Tour Overview
Experience the magic of St. Patrick's Day in Dublin and explore Ireland's Ancient East on this unforgettable tour. Begin your journey in Waterford, Ireland's oldest city, where you'll be enchanted by its medieval charm and historic landmarks. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Dublin, immersing yourself in the vibrant parade and lively festivities, with opportunities to enjoy traditional Irish music and a pint of the 'Black Stuff' in the city's famous pubs. Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Wicklow Mountains and the serene lakes of Glendalough, and enjoy a leisurely day or an optional excursion to the medieval city of Kilkenny. Stay in comfort at a 4-star hotel in Carlow, with convenient coach travel from the UK included. This fully guided tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and celebration, making it an ideal getaway for those seeking an authentic Irish experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Location: Holyhead
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Seven Oaks Hotel or The Park View Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Regional departure by coach, then to Holyhead for the ferry to Ireland, then onto our hotel for a five night stay.
Day 2 : Waterford
Location: Waterford
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Seven Oaks Hotel or The Park View Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Included excursion to Waterford, the oldest city in Ireland, first visited by the Vikings in 852AD. The walled city has retained much of its medieval character, together with the graceful buildings from its 18th century expansion – Reginald's Tower is the most historic urban medieval monument in Ireland. The elegant Chamber of Commerce building, the City Hall and the Bishop's Palace are prime examples of beautiful 18th century architecture and the parameters of the 10th century settlement can be clearly identified in The Viking Triangle.
Day 3 : Dublin & St. Patrick’s Day
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Seven Oaks Hotel or The Park View Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Included visit to Dublin to join the party atmosphere with the sparkling St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Enjoy the marching bands, dancing troupes, military processions and street entertainers doing what the Irish do best – providing great entertainment! Be sure to get a St. Patrick’s Day drink of the ‘Black Stuff’ in Temple Bar or one of the many other homely Dublin taverns and, of course, see the city’s main highlights, including Trinity College and the Ha’penny Bridge.
Day 4 : Wicklow Mountains
Location: Wicklow Mountains
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Seven Oaks Hotel or The Park View Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join our included, scenic drive into the Wicklow Mountains, admiring the rugged wilderness before making a stop at a typical Irish country pub. We visit the valley of the two lakes, Glendalough, celebrated equally for its beauty and for its historical and archaeological interests. We end the day in the town of ‘Ballykissangel’ fame, Avoca.
Day at leisure or Kilkenny
Location: Kilkenny
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Seven Oaks Hotel or The Park View Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a day to relax or join our optional excursion to the attractive city of Kilkenny on the banks of the River Nore, with its Elizabethan architecture and winding passages and lanes. Kilkenny has a fascinating medieval history and a thriving crafts industry. See the magnificent 12th century Kilkenny Castle which overlooks the River Nore and the Kilkenny Design Craft Centre home to a selection of Irish hand crafted gifts in the city. You have free time to explore the town at leisure, perhaps you would like to visit the castle.
Day 6
Location: Carlow
Meals Included: Breakfast
To Holyhead, then home.
What's Included
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Meals
5 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 5 dinners -
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided 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.
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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
The tour is fully guided.
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International Travel
International travel is included.
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Transport
Transport is provided by a comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach.
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Excursion to Waterford
Included excursion to Waterford, the oldest city in Ireland.
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Visit to Dublin
Included visit to Dublin to join the St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
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Scenic Drive in Wicklow Mountains
Included scenic drive into the Wicklow Mountains.
What's Not Included
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Insurance
Insurance is not included.
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Optional Excursion to Kilkenny
The excursion to Kilkenny is optional and not included in the base price.
Accommodation
You will stay for five nights in the 4-star Seven Oaks Hotel or 4-star Woodford Dolmen Hotel in Carlow, or similar.Mode of Transport
Travel is provided by a comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach, with ferry transfers from Holyhead to Ireland and return. The tour includes travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK.Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
You will stay for five nights in the 4-star Seven Oaks Hotel or 4-star Woodford Dolmen Hotel in Carlow, or similar.
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Is transportation included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK, although some may carry a supplement.
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What can I expect during the St. Patrick's Day celebration in Dublin?
During the St. Patrick's Day celebration in Dublin, you can enjoy the party atmosphere with the sparkling St. Patrick's Day Parade, featuring marching bands, dancing troupes, military processions, and street entertainers. You can also enjoy a St. Patrick's Day drink in Temple Bar or other Dublin taverns and see the city's main highlights, including Trinity College and the Ha'penny Bridge.
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What activities are included in the visit to the Wicklow Mountains?
The visit to the Wicklow Mountains includes a scenic drive through the rugged wilderness, a stop at a typical Irish country pub, and a visit to the valley of the two lakes, Glendalough, known for its beauty and historical and archaeological interests. The day ends in the town of Avoca, famous from 'Ballykissangel'.
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Is there an optional excursion available during the tour?
Yes, there is an optional excursion to the city of Kilkenny, where you can explore its Elizabethan architecture, medieval history, and thriving crafts industry. You can visit the 12th century Kilkenny Castle and the Kilkenny Design Craft Centre.
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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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Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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