TOURING

Leave Dublin City and drive through the famous Phoenix Park, one of the largest parks in Europe and also the location of Aras an Uachtaran, the residence of the President of Ireland. Taking the Navan Road, you will drive past the famous hill of Tara, formerly the religious, cultural and political centre of Ireland during pagan times.

From here you will drive through the market town of Navan then east to the village of Slane and Slane Castle, the present day home of Lord MountCharles.

Crossing the Boyne River you will arrive at the Boyne Valley Heritage Centre, which details the history of the Boyne Valley, from the heritage centre you can continue to Newgrange for a two hour tour of one of Europe’s most mysterious Neolithic Burial Mounds.

Departing Newgrange you drive to Drogheda. A walled town of long history, from here you arrive at Monasterboice with it’s ancient carved crosses dating back to the 6th Century, we would suggest that you stop here for lunch.

Continuing on from here to the excavated site of Mellifont Abbey, which dates back to the 21st Century.

From here you will travel through the villages of Balbriggan and the seaside town of Skerries, back to the main Dublin road through the villages of Lusk and Swords you will arrive at Malahide Castle, you can tour the Castle and the surrounding grounds and also have light refreshments if desired.

Departing Malahide, you drive along the coast road through Portmarnock and the hill of Howth back to Dublin City.

Dublin City Tour

You will visit Trinity College to view the famous Book of Kells then drive past Government Buildings, Merrion Square and Ballsbridge where you will see some fine examples of Georgian architecture.

Visit Dublin Castle for a tour of the State Apartments and then onto St Patrick’s Cathedral where Jonathon Swift is buried in the Nave. Drive by Christchurch Cathedral, which dates back to the year 1038.

Continuing onto the Phoenix Park, the largest park in Europe where Aras an Uachtaran, the residence of the President of Ireland is located. The architect Hoban designed the White House in Washington used this house as a model; the American Ambassador also has his residence in the Phoenix Park.

The Park is also the location of the Zoological Gardens which is the third oldest in the World, it was founded in 1830.

The Irish Government owned residence of Farmleigh, which has recently been restored; this is also situated in the Park and is open to the public for guided tours on certain days.

Next you can visit the famous Guinness Brewery and the newly refurbished Store House where you can take a very informative tour and sample the famous Brew in the glass walled round tower at the top of the Store House, which affords spectacular views over the City.

On this magnificent tour you can experience the widely diverse scenic wonders of Wicklow, the wild Moorlands that are the Featherbed mountains, the wonderful Glens, Valleys and Lakes and the many picturesque villages.

Depart Dublin City and drive along the Coast road going south through towns of Dun Laoire and Sandycove (where the Martello Tower and James Joyce Museum are located). Pass through the quaint villages of Dalkey and Killiney Bay and on through the seaside town of Bray.

Arrive at Kilmaacanogue and the Avoca hand weaver’s shop where you can stop for shopping and morning coffee is desired . Drive on from here through the Wicklow Hills arriving at the small village of Roundwood where at this point it is possible to have a very good pub lunch and stroll through the village is desired.

Leaving Roundwood drive to Glendalough, a sixth century ecclesiastical centre founded by St Kevin, it was once one of the foremost European learning centres. Here you will be able to spend a relaxing time at the beautiful lakes and also visit the heritage centre.

Departing Glendalough you can drive through the village of Laragh and onto the spectacular Glen Na Masse waterfall. Drive back to Dublin via the scenic Sally Gap and the famous Featherbed Mountains.

Cliffs of Moher: 

The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland's top Visitor attractions. The Cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and range for 8 kilometres over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare. O'Brien's Tower stands proudly on a headland of the majestic Cliffs. From the Cliffs one can see the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, as well as The Twelve Pins, the Maum Turk Mountains in Connemara and Loop Head to the South.

Atlantic Edge is the exciting interpretive centre now open at the Cliffs of Moher New Visitor Experience. Housed at the centre of the underground building a huge domed cave contains images, exhibits, displays & experiences that will delight young and old alike. A selection of interactive exhibits & displays shows aspects of these themes and their connection with the Cliffs.

Ring of Kerry

The Ring of Kerry is part of the mystical & unspoilt region of Ireland that has attracted visitors for hundreds of years. Its spectacular beauty is beyond question and it is a natural centre for outdoor pursuits including golf, watersports, cycling, walking, riding and the very best fishing for salmon & trout. The Ring of Kerry has some of the finest beaches in Europe that provide all the facilities for a traditional seaside holiday. Above all the Ring of Kerry provides an amazing insight into the ancient heritage of Ireland - see the Iron Age Forts & Ogham Stones, Old Monasteries and a landscape carved out of rock by the last Ice Age 10,000 years ago. Visitors to Ireland should not miss a trip to the beautiful Ring of Kerry.

Bantry Bay

Bantry Bay in West Cork is of legendary beauty. Bantry, at the head of the bay, is a busy market town and fishing port. The Bantry and West Cork character is considered to be one of the most friendly, helpful, outgoing, quick witted, generous and possessing the gift of unlimited conversation with a great sense of humor. West Cork is recognized as one of the last bastions of true Irish hospitality. You are assured a warm welcome.

Waterford Castle

Waterford Castle is a luxury island resort comprising a castle hotel, championship golf course and "Castle Garden" holiday homes. This island resort is located in Waterford, Ireland and is set to become a world class resort to rival the finest in Europe. The resort is located on its own private island, making it an island haven. The castle enjoys a truly picturesque and enchanting location of the surrounding River Suir and countryside. The hotel combines the gracious living standards of an elegant past with every modern comfort, service and convenience. Come to the water's edge and the island's ferry awaits to take you across a channel of centuries, back in time to an age you thought only belonged in books.

Waterford Crystal

The Waterford Crystal Visitors Centre Tour gives you an opportunity to witness how our crystal is produced, from molten crystal through to finished masterpieces. Now the fourth largest tourist attraction in Ireland, the numbers of visitors have grown significantly over the last 15 years when Waterford Crystal first welcomed 100,000 visitors through our doors.

Kilkenny Castle

One of the most instantly recognised buildings in Ireland, Kilkenny Castle has been an important site since Strongbow constructed the first castle, probably a wooden structure, in the 12th century. The Butler family bought the Castle in 1391 and lived there until 1935. They were Earls, Marquesses and Dukes of Ormonde and lived in the castle for over five hundred years. They were a remarkable family, resilient, politically astute and faithful to the crown and to Ireland as dictated by the politics of the times. These loyalties determined their fortunes and career, and so too the fortunes of their seat The property was given to the Nation in 1967 and the castle and grounds are now managed by the Office of Public Works. The gardens and parkland adjoining the castle are open to the public and the Parade Tower is a conference venue. Tours take place every 20 mins during July and August and take approx 45-50 Mins.