EVENT TRAVEL · EVENT TRAVEL Bloom in the Park..... 5

EVENT TRAVEL Bloom in the Park .............................................................................................................. 5Dublin Horse Show ........................................................................................................... 5Tullamore Show ................................................................................................................. 5National Ploughing Championships .......................................................................... 5

LUXURY DAY TOURS January Sales ...................................................................................................................... 6IKEA ........................................................................................................................................ 6Ballymaloe Country House & Gardens ..................................................................... 6Cobh & Spike Island ......................................................................................................... 6Grandparents Day in Knock .......................................................................................... 6Day Trip to Galway’s City of Tribes .......................................................................... 6

SHORT GETAWAYS IN IRELANDKylemore Abbey & Galway City ................................................................................... 7Peggy Lynch’s Knock & Lough Derg Pilgrimage ................................................. 7Wicklow Wanderer ........................................................................................................... 7

COACH HOLIDAYS IN IRELAND & NORTHERN IRELANDBeautiful Belfast & The Causeway Coastline ......................................................... 8Delightful Donegal & Derry City ................................................................................. 8Galway, Connemara & The Aran Islands .................................................................. 9Wonderful Westport & Connemara ........................................................................... 9Ireland’s Ancient East ................................................................................................... 10Waterford, Wexford & The Sunny Southeast ...................................................... 10

UK COACH HOLIDAYSLondon’s Tutankhamun, Big Ben & Kew Gardens ............................................... 11Glasgow and the Scottish Highlands ...................................................................... 12Delightful Devon and the English Riviera ............................................................. 13Discover Shakespeare & The Enchanting Cotswolds ....................................... 14Explore Edinburgh & the Royal Military Tattoo Parade ................................... 15England’s Magnificent Lake District ........................................................................ 16The Legends and Valleys of Wonderful Wales .................................................... 17

SPECIALIST COACH HOLIDAYSThe Balmoral Agricultural Show ............................................................................... 18The Royal Welsh Agricultural Show ........................................................................ 18A Walking Tour in Northern Ireland ....................................................................... 19A Walking Tour in the Wonderful Lake District .................................................. 19

COACH HOLIDAYS TO MAINLAND EUROPEBeautiful Bruges & Brussels ..................................................................................... 20The Beaches of Brittany & Jersey Island ............................................................... 21Explore the Magic of Paris & Monet Gardens ................................................... 22Discover Lourdes & Mont St Michel ........................................................................ 23

LUXURY CHRISTMAS SHOPPING TRIPSDublin Overnight Luxury Christmas Shopping Experience ......................... 24Belfast Luxury Christmas Shopping Experience ............................................... 25Galway Christmas Markets ......................................................................................... 25

NO-FLY CRUISING DIRECT FROM IRELAND ............................................ 26

The Lake District (see pages 16 & 19)

Snowdonia (see page 17)

Bruges (see page 20)

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O’Callaghan Coach Holidays is a branch of O’Callaghan Coaches. Based in Killarney, Co. Kerry, it is a family-run company that was founded in 1969 by James and Lena O’Callaghan. O’Callaghan Coaches is now owned, run and managed directly by two of their children, Philip and Catriona. In 2019 the company celebrated 50 years in business, and, in that time, it has grown into Ireland’s most respected and major supplier of custom-built luxury VIP passenger transport vehicles.

At O’ Callaghan Coach Holidays there is an enthusiastic team of experienced professionals who have assembled an exciting programme of coach holidays for 2020.

When travelling with O’Callaghan Coach Holidays you can let our strong, professional and enthusiastic team take away all the stress of planning your trip! There are no luggage restrictions, no airports, just sit on the coach and let O’Callaghan Coach Holidays worry about the rest. Coach holidays give you the opportunity to get away to some fantastic locations and stay in wonderful hotels in the confidence that our all-inclusive packages will give you unbeatable value.

There is a large professional team of highly trained and very friendly drivers. An environment has been built where all drivers are part of our success and are proud to work with O’Callaghan Coach Holidays.

When it comes to birthdays, anniversaries, any special occasion or to just say thank you, an O’Callaghan Coach Holidays gift voucher is the perfect solution! It can be redeemed against any of the tours in our brochure. Just call our office on 064-6631095 and we can post one directly to you, or, call in to our office and purchase a gift voucher for any of our fantastic tours.

4 EASY WAYS TO BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY OR DAY TRIP:

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Whether you are a group attending a family wedding abroad, a company heading to a conference in Galway or a group of like-minded people who just want to get away, why not let our dedicated tour coordinators customise a package to suit your individual group requirements.

To date, we have arranged private day trips and extended tours for a wide range of people including: Hill Walking Clubs, Active Retirement Groups, Farming Societies, Sports Clubs, Golfing Societies, Religious Organisations, Corporate Groups, School Tours, Community Groups and many more.

For groups with a minimum of 20 passengers, we can prepare a bespoke itinerary to a destination of your choice. We offer all kinds of coach tours, everything from a day trip to a longer tour in Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK or into Europe, inclusive of transport, accommodation, meals and attractions.

Contact us today on 064-6631095 and let us take the hassle out of organising your personalised coach tour!

O’CALLAGHANCOACH HIRE & CHAUFFEURING

O’Callaghan Coach Hire & Chauffeuring has a fleet of coaches andtouring vehicles fitted to the highest specifications, catering for all group sizes

from airport pickups to multi-day sightseeing or golf tours of Ireland.

O’Callaghan Coach Hire & Chauffeuring is Irelands leading luxury passenger transport company specialising in chauffeur touring of Ireland. Our fleet of coaches and touring vehicles are of the highest standard and guarantee an

enjoyable, smooth and safe journey. Our standard chauffeur vehicle specifications include air conditioning, large seats with extra leg room, tables, wi-fi, central tracking, oversized luggage capacity (specially for high end touring with

no luggage restrictions).

We pick up in all major Irish Airports including Shannon, Dublin and Belfast, and our experienced driver/guides are knowledgeable on all the sights and golf courses throughout Ireland and the UK. Our driver/guides know all the places to

take you to experience the real authentic Ireland.

Whether it is a small or a large group, we can cater for all passenger numbers with our varied and flexible fleet of vehicles from Mercedes Cars and People Carriers (minivan) to mini, midi and full-size Luxury Touring Coaches.

Members of and Approved by Fáilte Ireland & The Coach Tourism & Transport Council of IrelandMembers of FOTO (Federation of Transport Operators)

Affiliated Members of IGTOA (Irish Golf Tour Operators Association)


Due to popular demand we are going on all 3-days!

Grab your wellies and join us at one of the largest outdoor exhibitionsand agricultural trade shows in Europe!

• Return Coach Only: €40 per person• Return Coach with Breakfast & Dinner: €65 per person

Travel to Phoenix Park in Dublin for the 14th Annual Bloom in the Park Festival, with everything from display gardens, trade stands, gardening advice and cookery demonstrations!

Return Coach Only: €45 per personReturn Coach with Entry Ticket: €65 per person

The annual Tullamore Show is Ireland’s largest one day agriculturalevent. Enjoy a chance to enjoy the best of Ireland’s farming food and rural life!

• Return Coach Only: €35 per person

The annual Dublin Horse Show at the RDS has become a Dublin institution, with everything from the best show horses to the best international show jumpers!

• Return Coach Only: €45 per person


O’CALLAGHAN COACHES EVENT TRAVELOur Event Travel department organises return travel to some of the biggest events, concerts, games and shows of the year! Whether you are going to the National Ploughing Championships or to a match at the Aviva Stadium, a concert in the RDS or to one of Ireland’s fantastic Home & Garden Shows – let us look after you!

Here are just a few of the 2020 Events that we are travelling to and follow our Event Travel website and social media pages for updates on new shows and events added during the year!

SPORTSWe run Kerry GAA Supporters Coaches to ALL away games (league andchampionship). We also travel to Ireland soccer and rugby games at the Aviva Stadium, Croke Park and other venues as well as travelling to some of the top golf events of the year.

CONCERTSWe travel to the hottest concerts of the year in Croke Park, Pairc Ui Chaoimh, 3Arena, the RDS, Slane Castle and more! Contact us for details or follow our social media pages for updates on the most cost effective, convenient way of getting you there and back!

A day of shopping for everyone - Your options are Kildare Village OR Dundrum Town Centre OR Dublin City Centre. Before the Christmas festivities come to an end, enjoy a chance to hit the shops and grab some bargains in the January Sales!

• Return Luxury Coach Transport from Kerry/Limerick to Dublin with Expert Driver/Guide• Plenty of Room for your Shopping Bags!

• Return Luxury Coach Transport from Kerry/Limerick to Dublin with Expert Driver/Guide

The Allen family opened Ballymaloe House in East Cork in 1964 and this 300-acre property is still as popular as ever! Visit the House, the Gardens, the Farm Shop and the nearby Cookery School and Organic Garden, as well as the chance to enjoy a wonderful 3-course lunch in the renowned Ballymaloe Country House Restaurant.

Experience the wonderful everyday on a day trip to Swedish furniture favourite IKEA! Travel to IKEA’s Dublin store and feel inspired as you stroll through the IKEA showrooms with plenty of ideas for styling and designing your home! The store and warehouse is full of Swedish-designed household furniture and more.

Hop on board for a fantastic day out in county Cork. Arrive in Cobh and begin with a visit through the Cobh Heritage Centre and the Queenstown Experience. Enjoy time to visit the magnificent Cobh Cathedral before your short ferry crossing to Spike Island. Voted as one of the top international visitor attractions, Spike Island’s history spans over 1300 years.

A day trip to the medieval City of Tribes. Take a cruise on Lough Corrib, one of Ireland’s most beautiful waterways, and join a guided walking tour through Galway’s city centre. Visit Eyre Square and the Spanish Arch and wander on the cobblestones of Quay Street!

Join us for the 14th annual Grandparents Day of Celebration in Knock, with a morning break for Tea/Coffee & Scones and Evening Meal on the way home. Open to everyone, this special celebration was introduced to help pass on the importance of faith and keep prayer in the family life.

• Return Luxury Coach Transport with Professional Driver/Guide• Ballymaloe Tour & Lunch• Visit to the Cookery School & Organic Gardens

• Luxury Coach Transport with Expert Driver/Guide • Tea/Coffee & Scones • Evening Meal • Visit to Cobh Heritage Centre & The Queenstown Experience • Return Ferry/Guided Tour of Spike Island

• Return Luxury Coach Transport• Tea/Coffee & Scones • Evening Meal• Grandparents Day Celebrations in Knock

• Luxury Coach Transport with Expert Driver/Guide • Tea/Coffee & Scones • Galway City Walking Tour • Cruise on Lough Corrib • Evening Meal


Enjoy a short getaway to the West of Ireland, starting with a visit to Galway City on the first day with a relaxing cruise on Lough Corrib before our overnight night stay in Connemara. The following morning we will take a drive through Connemara National Park on our way to the lovely Kylemore Abbey.

The Garden of Ireland has so much to discover! On this tour we will visit the magnificent Powerscourt Estate. We will explore Mount Usher Gardens before a tour in the valley of Glendalough and the 6th century monastic site founded by St Kevin.

• Return Luxury Coach Transport

• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group

• 1 Night Hotel Accommodation

• Breakfast on one morning

• Lunch on one day

• Evening Meal on one evening

• Visit to Kylemore Abbey and the Victorian Walled Garden

• Cruise on Lough Corrib

• Visit to Galway City Centre

*€30 Single Supplement

Station Island on Lough Derg is a unique island rich in prayer and faith. St Patrick was called to this island and it has continued to call pilgrims for over a thousand years. This overnight tour to Donegal includes a visit to Knock on the first day and a one-day pilgrimage on Lough Derg’s Station Island on the second day.


• Professional Driver & Guide who will act as Tour Managers for the group


• Breakfast on one day

• Tea/Coffee & Scones, Lunch and Supper on two days

• One Day Pilgrimage on Station Island on Lough Derg

• Visit to Knock Shrine



• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group


• Breakfast on one morning

• Lunch on one day

• Evening Meal on one evening

• Entry to Powerscourt Estate

• Visit to Mount Usher Gardens

• Tour of Glendalough Monastic Site




Day 1Board your luxury coach and make your way to Belfast. We will enjoy a visit to Newbridge in Co. Kildare with time to explore the Newbridge Silverware Showrooms and Museum of Style Icons before arriving in Belfast.

Day 2Experience a tour along the scenic Antrim Coast and through the Glens of Antrim, visiting the Giant’s Causeway and the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

Day 3Enjoy a whistle-stop tour of Belfast City and visit the iconic Titanic Experience Visitor Centre with a free afternoon to explore the city further at your leisure.

Day 4This morning we will leave Belfast and stop in Kildare for a tour of The National Stud and Japanese Gardens before returning home.


Day 1Board your luxury coach and journey to Letterkenny where you will spend the next three nights, visiting Knock Shrine and Belleek Pottery along the way.

Day 2Start your morning with a visit to the stunningly beautiful Sliabh Liag Cliffs followed by a visit to Glenveagh National Park.

Day 3Today we begin with a Walking Tour of Letterkenny before the short drive to Derry City. Enjoy a guided tour through the city and the historic Walls of Derry with some free time to further explore Derry City.

Day 4Today we will depart Letterkenny and on the return journey home will stop at Drumcliffe in Co. Sligo to visit the final resting place of W.B. Yeats followed by some free time in Galway City.


The city of Belfast is filled with culture, history and modern redevelopment of its centre. This action-packed tour includes a visit to The Titanic Experience in Belfast, the Giants Causeway, a tour through the Glens of Antrim and along the scenic Antrim coast with an exhilarating visit to the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and finish with a tour of the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens in Kildare.

Your 4-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport • Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Full Breakfast on 3 mornings • Evening meal on 3 evenings • Lunch on 2 days• Entry to the Titanic Experience, the Giants Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge • Tour through the Glens of Antrim • Visit to Newbridge Silverware Showrooms and Museum of Style Icons • Tour of the Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens

Discover breath taking scenery, traditions, culture and history with a great value tour to vibrant Donegal and Derry. Visit Letterkenny, Glenveagh National Park, the Sliabh Liag Cliffs and the history steeped Walls of Derry. An added bonus on this tour is time in Knock, Belleek and Galway City.

Your 4-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport • Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Full Irish Breakfast on 3 mornings • Evening Meal on 3 evenings• Lunch on 2 days • Entrance in to Glenveagh National Park & Belleek Pottery• Shuttle Transfer to Sliabh Liag Cliffs • Guided Tour of Derry City• Walking Tour of Letterkenny


Day 1We visit Coole Park Literary Visitor Centre in Gort before a visit to Brigits Celtic Gardens, where the tradition of making Celtic crosses continues. Later, continue to Connemara and the lovely town of Clifden.

Day 2Today we cruise along Killary Harbour, Ireland’s only fjord. In the afternoon, we will be visiting Kylemore Abbey and the magnificent walled Victorian Gardens. Overnight in Clifden.

Day 3Today we explore the Island of Saints & Scholars, Inis Mór, steeped in Irish traditions and culture. In the evening return by ferry to Doolin and overnight in Ennistymon.

Day 4In the morning visit the renowned Cliffs of Moher before a visit to the Burren Centre and the Burren National Park.


Day 1Board your coach and make your way to the beautiful town of Westport. In the afternoon visit Westport House and Gardens, one of Ireland’s premier heritage attractions.

Day 2This morning, enjoy a visit to Glen Keen Farm, a unique centre and one of Ireland’s largest sheep farms. In the afternoon enjoy a leisurely cruise along Killary Fjord, Ireland’s only fjord.

Day 3Today we will cross the bridge and explore the island of Achill. The island boasts miles of unspoilt Blue Flag beaches, majestic mountains and breath-taking landscapes.

Day 4Enjoy a morning visit to Knock Shrine before some free time on the route home to enjoy Galway City.


The Wild Atlantic Way route follows the western coastal route and pinpoints some of Ireland’s most spectacular locations, including some of the finest beaches in the world. The WAW tourist trail uncovers some of the most beautiful and unexplored parts of Ireland. On this tour, we focus on Galway and Connemara before travelling to the Aran Islands and returning via Co. Clare.

Your 4-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport • Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Full Breakfast on 3 mornings • Evening meal on 3 evenings• Visit to Coole Park Literary Visitor Centre & Park • Celtic Cross making demonstration at Brigits Gardens • Killary Fjord Harbour Cruise• Entry to Kylemore Abby & The Victorian Walled Gardens • Ferry Crossing to the Aran Islands • Tour on Inis Mór • Visit to the Cliffs of Moher • Visit to the Burren Centre and the Burren National Park

Our Wonderful Westport and Connemara coach tour brings you the wonders of County Mayo! Located on the edge of the Atlantic, this tour will give you the opportunity to discover Westport town, known for its Georgian architecture and Westport House, a mansion with dungeons. Nearby is the holy mountain of Croagh Patrick, which welcomes thousands of pilgrims each year, while the beauty of Connemara includes unspoilt beaches, museums, farmland and the heartland of traditional Ireland.

Your 4-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport • Professional Driver/Guide who will act as Tour Manager for your group • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Full Irish Breakfast on 3 mornings • Evening Meal on 3 evenings• Lunch on One Day • Visit to Westport House & Gardens• Coach Tour on Achill Island • Cruise on Killary Fjord in Galway• Visit to Knock Shrine • Tour at Glen Keen Farm


Day 1On the first day we will travel to the Battle of the Boyne Centre, and learn the history of where father and son waged war against each other in the 11th century. We will also visit the nearby Old Mellifont Abbey.

Day 2Start the day with a visit to the Hill of Tara, the ancient seat of the High Kings of Ireland. Later we will visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Brú na Boinne, visiting Newgrange chamber and Knowth.

Day 3This morning after breakfast we will travel in to Dublin and take a tour at Glasnevin Cemetery before a visit to the Rock of Cashel along the return journey home.


Day 1First stop will be at the Old Midleton Distillery for a tour. Later in the afternoon we visit Waterford Crystal.

Day 2This morning we visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship and relive what it was like to be on board. Afterwards we will visit the Irish National Heritage Park that brings to life over 9000 years of Irish history.

Day 3We visit Kilkenny Castle which has been in existence for over eight centuries. In the afternoon you can take in the Smithwicks Experience and see how the world-famous ale has taken centuries of turbulent times on the chin and survived against the odds.

Day 4This morning we will visit the Kennedy Homestead before the return journey home.


From ancient high kings to modern day poets, saints and scholars to ramblers and fishermen, Ireland’s Ancient East pulsates with legendary tales. Over 5,000 years of history lie buried within the verdant meadows, bustling towns and rugged stone monuments of Ireland’s Ancient East. Our 3-day tour includes churches, castles, megalithic tombs that tell the story of Ireland’s ancient histories through the ages.

Your 3-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport • Professional Driver/Guide who will act as tour manager for your group • 2 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Full Irish Breakfast on 2 mornings • Evening Meal on 2 evenings• Guided tour of the Brú na Boinne Visitor Centre, including Newgrange and Knowth • Visit to the Hill of Tara, Old Mellifont Abbey and the Rock of Cashel • Tour at the Battle of the Boyne Centre• Guided visit to Glasnevin Cemetery

Join us for a 4 day holiday to Ireland’s Sunny South East. We will visit Waterford Crystal and the Midleton Distillery, and take a stroll back in time into Kilkenny castle. Enjoy a drink in the Smithwicks Experience. Visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship, the Kennedy Homestead and the Irish National Heritage Park.

Your 4-Day Holiday Includes• Luxury Coach Transport • Professional Driver Guide who will act as tour manager for the group • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation • Full Breakfast on 3 mornings • Evening meal on 3 evenings • Entry to Midleton Distillery, Waterford Crystal, Kilkenny Castle, Smithwicks Experience, Dunbrody Famine Ship, Kennedy Homestead & Irish National Heritage Park

Newgrange

The Dunbrody Famine Ship

This tour will be based around London and will cover all the major highlights of the city, including London Tower, the Changing of the Guard at Bucking-ham Palace and a visit to the Natural History Museum. The Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew offer magnificent scenery and landscapes. A special feature on this tour is a visit to the Tutankhamun and the Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh Exhibition at the London Saatchi Museum on its final world tour.

Your 6-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport with Return Ferry• Professional Driver/Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group• 5 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Evening meal on 5 evenings• Full breakfast on 5 mornings• Entry to the Tutankhamun and the Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh Exhibition • Guided Tour of London City• Visit to Oxford City• Kew Gardens • British Natural History Museum

Day 1Start the tour with an early morning ferry sailing from Rosslare to the Bristol area, where we will be staying for the first night.

Day 2After breakfast board the coach and today we will be taking a tour in Oxford, the City of Dreaming Spires, full of magnificent cathedrals, churches and of course the renowned university. Later in the day we travel on to our hotel on the outskirts of London.

Day 3An early start this morning as we visit the Saatchi Gallery to view the Tutankhamun and the Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh Exhibition. The collection includes over 150 original artefacts on their final world tour before they return to Egypt permanently. In the afternoon take a visit to the British Natural History Museum.

Day 4Today we will explore London some more with our city guide, starting with the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace before a walk by Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Downing St, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square and St Paul’s Cathedral. Later enjoy some free time to shop on Oxford St, take a stroll in Hyde Park or take a ride on the London Eye.

Day 5Kew Gardens is a botanical garden in southwest London that houses the “largest and most diverse botanical and mycological collections in the world”. Enjoy time to visit Kew Palace, the Waterlily House, the Victorian glasshouses, the Treetop Walkway, the rock gardens and arboretums. Later in the day we travel back to the Bristol area.

Day 6Today we will return by ferry to Rosslare and back to your original starting point.


Kew Gardens


Scotland is a world class tourist destination and it is hard to surpass its cultural and natural heritage. This is your chance to experience it first hand- so sit back, relax and enjoy! Discover the astounding beauty of the Scottish Highlands and the Glasgow region. Cruise along Loch Ness in search of the infamous monster as part of this diverse 5-day tour filled with castle visits, rugged mountains, scenic villages and city exploration.

Your 5-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport with Return Ferry• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group• 4 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Evening meal on 4 evenings• Full breakfast on 4 mornings• Tour at Inveraray Castle• Visit the Culzean Country Estate• Tour at the Robert Burns Museum• Guided Tour of the Auchentoshan Distillery• Cruise on Loch Ness• Visit to Glasgow city

Day 1Board your luxury coach and travel via Belfast to Scotland.

Day 2As we travel along the western coastline, today we will visit Culzean Country Park, a glorious 260-hectare estate perched on the Ayreshire cliffside. The grounds cover the Castle, the gardens, the beach coves and woodlands and country park. In the afternoon we will be taking a tour at the Robert Burns Museum, the humble cottage where Scottish poet Robert Burns was born and spent the first years of his life.

Day 3We venture north into the heart of the highlands, with a drive through Scotland’s most beautiful glens and a visit to the town of Fort William, located at the foothills of Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain. Later we travel further into the highlands to the town of Fort Augustus and take a cruise on Loch Ness – keep an eye out for Nessie the monster!

Day 4Today we travel to Inveraray Castle, a country home in western Scotland on the shores of Loch Fyne. Seat of the Duke of Argyll, it featured on the TV series Downton Abbey. In the afternoon we will take a tour of the Auchentoshen Distillery, which produces one of Scotland’s finest single malt whiskeys.

Day 5This morning, enjoy some free time in Glasgow before we depart Scotland to catch our return ferry to Belfast.


Culzean Country Park

Inveraray Castle


Visit the delightful Devon coast and experience all that this beautiful county has to offer. Explore magnificent gardens, castles, cliffs, moorland park and medieval towns and discover the unspoilt beauty of the southwest and its stunning landscape and picturesque harbour towns.

Your 6-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport with Return Ferry• Professional Driver & Guide who will act as Tour Managers for the group• 5 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Full Breakfast on 5 mornings• Evening meal on 5 evenings• Entry to Arlington Court and Powderham Castle• Guided Tour in Torquay• Visit to the Eden Project in Cornwall• Drive in Exmoor National Park• Visit to Lynton & Lynmouth

Day 1Board your luxury coach and start your journey to Devon, nicknamed The English Riviera. We travel by ferry to the UK and overnight near Bristol.

Day 2This morning we begin with a visit to the stately home of Arlington Court, a family home for over 500 years and an unexpected jewel on the edge of Exmoor. In the afternoon, we will arrive to the south coast harbour town of Torquay, where we will be staying for the next three nights.

Day 3Today we take a tour of Torquay, a vibrant seaside town with a marina, museums, caves, cliffs, galleries and gardens. It is also the home of the famous 19th century novelist Agatha Christie. In the afternoon we will visit nearby Powderham Castle, a 600-year old fortified manor house and home of the Earl & Countess of Devon.

Day 4After a drive to nearby Cornwall, today the group will visit the Eden Project, the largest indoor rainforest in the world. With it’s stunning garden displays, world-class sculpture and art, cutting-edge architecture and steamy jungles and waterfalls, it’s easy to see why the Eden Project has earned the nickname of the Eighth Wonder of the World.

Day 5Depart Torquay and enjoy a journey through the scenic Exmoor National Park to the twin towns of Lynmouth and Lynton. These two villages on the coast, one above the other, were known by the Victorians as Little Switzerland. Lynton is an attractive little village and 600 feet below is the small harbour town of Lynmouth. The two villages are linked by a famous cliff railway. In the afternoon we return to the Bristol area.

Day 6Board your luxury coach once more for your journey back to Ireland. Travel by ferry back to Rosslare Harbour and on to your original starting point.


Powderham Castle

Torquay


The Eden Project



Discover the rolling hills, beautiful villages and castles of the Cotswolds in this breath-taking Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Cotswolds are steeped in history and charm with tiny villages of thatched cottages, spired churches and picturesque countryside enchanting every visitor. Join us on this magical 5-day trip into the best of the Cotswolds, where you will visit Stratford-upon-Avon, home of William Shakespeare, as well as a visit to the renowned Blenheim Palace. We will also visit the medieval Warwick Castle, built by William the Conqueror and steeped in history, magic, myth and adventure.

Your 5-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport• Return Ferry from Ireland to the UK• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group• 4 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Full Breakfast on 4 mornings• Evening meal on 4 evenings• Coach Tour through the Cotswolds• Visit to Warwick Castle• Visit to Blenheim Place• Visit to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare • Visit to Bourton-on-the-Water

Day 1Board your luxury coach and travel by ferry to the UK and begin your visit to beautiful countryside of the Cotswolds.

Day 2After a leisurely breakfast we will visit Blenheim Palace. This spectacular country house is home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and was originally a gift from Queen Anne to John Churchill, the 1st Duke of Marlborough. After lunch enjoy a drive through the rolling hills and pretty villages that make the Cotswolds so famous.

Day 3This morning we travel to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. During the day we will visit the homes of Shakespeare’s life, including Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Mary Arden’s Farm, Halls Croft and Shakespeare’s New Place. The whole town is steeped in history, and today the group will have free time to explore the homes best associated with Shakespeare and his family.

Day 4This morning our next visit will be to Warwick Castle, rated amongst the top attractions in the Cotswolds. Experience over 1,100 years of history, magic and myth at this fortress that rises from the banks of the River Avon. The Castle has been preserved, with state rooms, towers and dungeons all to be explored. This afternoon we will visit Bourton-on-the-Water, regularly voted as one of the prettiest villages in England and known as the Venice of the Cotswolds.

Day 5After a relaxing and scenic few days, we will load the coach one last time and make our journey back to Ireland by ferry.


Blenheim Palace

Shakespeare’s birthplace

Day 1Board your luxury coach and travel via Belfast to Scotland. On the first night we will be staying in Stranraer.

Day 2This morning we begin with a tour at the Auchentoshan Distillery near Glasgow before a leisurely afternoon cruise on Loch Lomond before arriving at our hotel in Drymen.

Day 3Today we will begin with a visit to Falkirk and the engineering marvel that is the Falkirk Wheel, the worlds’ only rotating boat lift. Afterwards, visit the majestic Kelpies, an imposing structure 30m high with two horse heads depicting ancient kelpies (shape shifting water spirits). In the afternoon we will visit Stirling and Stirling Castle, one of the most impressive castles throughout all Scotland.

Day 4Enjoy a guided tour of Edinburgh City and wander along the Royal Mile. Enjoy some free time to discover the city at your own pace before attending the traditional Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Festival at Edinburgh Castle.

Day 5After a late night in Edinburgh relax this morning before we return to Ireland via Belfast.


A country steeped in history and surrounded with stunning natural beauty, Scotland is always a top destination for visitors. As we take a cruise on lovely Loch Lomond and visit the majestic Kelpies, we will also explore the Trossachs National Park and marvel at the engineering of the Falkirk Wheel. We will also take a tour in Edinburgh City before taking in the annual Royal Military Tattoo Parade at the entrance to Edinburgh Castle.

Your 5-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport with Return Ferry• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group• 4 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Evening meal on 3 evenings• Lunch on one day• Full breakfast on 4 mornings• Tour at the Auchentoshan Distillery• Boat Cruise on Loch Lomond• Canal Ride on the Falkirk Wheel• Visit to the Kelpies Equine Structure• Entry to Stirling Castle• Guided tour in Edinburgh City• Ticket to the Royal Military Tattoo Parade at Edinburgh Castle

Auchentoshan Distillery

Edinburgh Royal Military Tattoo


Day 1Meet your coach and travel by ferry from Dublin to the UK. Journey via the stunning North Welsh coast and arrive at your Lake District Hotel in time for your evening meal. Day 2Today we enjoy the magic of the Beatrix Potter Centre in Bowness-on-Windermere, visiting the wonderful landscape where her tales are brought to life. Enjoy an afternoon cruise on Lake Windermere before a chance to explore Ambleside, on the lake shore.

Day 3Today we will travel to Keswick, nestled between the North Lakeland Fells and Derwentwater – England’s widest lake. Return via Grasmere, the home of William Wordsworth. Enjoy a visit to Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum. Day 4Today we travel to Lake Ullswater, the second largest lake in the National Park, where you will enjoy a cruise from Glenridding to Pooley Bridge. We will then travel to the spectacular Kirkstone Pass to the south of the lake for some of the best views in the whole park before returning to your hotel. Day 5We will make our return journey home today with your ferry from Holyhead to Dublin, time to ponder the wonderful sights you have experienced during your holiday in the English Lake District! *€90 Single Supplement

The Lake District is known as England’s “breathing space” and is by far the UK’s most popular National Park. Every year, some 15 million people explore the region’s fells and countryside and it’s not hard to see why. It is a postcard panorama of craggy hilltops, mountain tarns and glittering lakes and you will reluctantly depart this enchanting place but will leave with some wonderful memories.

Your 5-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group• Return ferry from Dublin to Holyhead• 4 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Evening meal on 4 evenings• Full breakfast on 4 mornings• Guided tour of Dove Cottage and Wordsworth Museum • Lake Cruise on Lake Windermere• Lake Cruise Lake Ullswater• Visit to the Beatrix Potter Visitor Centre


Keswick

Lake Windermere

There is so much to discover in beautiful Cymru! Wales is a country steeped in history, from the grandeur of the castles and the magic of the traditional steam-powered railways to the mountain highs of Snowdonia National Park and the depths of the underground coal mines. On this tour we will discover some of the nation’s highlights in both the north and south of the country.

Your 5-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group• Return ferry from Ireland to the UK• 4 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Evening meal on 4 evenings• Full breakfast on 4 mornings• Visit to Caernarfon Castle• Train Ride on the Welsh Highland Railway• Entry to Bodnant Gardens• Visit to Silver Mountain Mining Experience• Admission to the National Botanic Gardens of Wales

Day 1Board your luxury coach and travel via Dublin to Caernarfon in Wales. Enjoy some free time to explore this beautiful city before your evening meal.

Day 2This morning we step back in time and take a train ride on the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highlands Railway before travelling through Snowdonia National Park on our way to visit the beautiful village of Betws-y-Coed. Later in the afternoon we will visit the stunning Bodnant Gardens, nestled in the foothills of Snowdonia.

Day 3Today we begin with a tour of Caernarfon Castle and its imposing towers before travelling south to the lovely coastal town of Aberystwyth. In the afternoon we will take a historic tour through the Silver Mountain Mining Experience. In the evening we will travel on to the southern part of the country.

Day 4Today we will enjoy a visit to the National Botanic Gardens of Wales before an afternoon tour along to the lovely Welsh coast and a visit to the beautiful town of Tenby.

Day 5Today we will return by ferry to Ireland to our starting base.


Snowdonia

Caernarfon Castle


Tenby

Bodnant House & Gardens


Day 1Today we will travel to Belfast with a visit to the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens along the way and a stop for lunch on route. Enjoy a whistle-stop city tour when you arrive in Belfast.

Day 2Enjoy a full day at the Balmoral Agricultural Show, Northern Ireland’s largest agricultural event.

Day 3In the morning we will return to the Balmoral Show for a half day visit before boarding the coach and returning home, with a break for dinner on the return.


Day 1We have an early start for our ferry sailing from Rosslare before arriving at our hotel.

Day 2Enjoy a full day at the Royal Welsh Farm Show, the highlight of the British Agricultural calendar.

Day 3Enjoy a second full day at the Royal Welsh Farm Show, with a full programme of events and welcoming thousands of visitors from across the Ireland, the UK and Europe.

Day 4Today we will return by ferry to Rosslare and Ireland


The Balmoral Show is Ireland’s biggest annual extravaganza of all things Agricultural and Food and entertains and educates the entire family. There will be approximately 520 trade exhibitors and 1,000 livestock exhibitors at the event. We will take you there by luxury coach to enjoy this fantastic event. With an astounding level of agricultural competition, stunt attractions, shopping, displays and crafts, the Balmoral Show is always a fantastic day out!

Your 3-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport • Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group • 2 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Evening Meal on 3 evenings • Full Breakfast on 2 mornings• Lunch on one day • Whistle-stop city tour in Belfast• General Admission ticket to the Balmoral Show on 2 days• Visit to the Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens

The role of the modern Royal Welsh Show is a rounded one. As well as its principal function of showcasing the cream of Welsh livestock and the highest quality food and drink produced in Wales, it encompasses the wider spectrum of farming and rural life and successfully bridges the gap between town and country. It provides something to interest everyone including forestry, horti-culture, crafts, countryside sports, Sports Village and a programme of exciting entertainment that continues throughout each of the four days of the event.

Your 4-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport and Return Ferry• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group• 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation • Evening Meal on 3 evenings• Full Breakfast on 3 mornings• General Admission ticket to the Royal Welsh Show on 2 days


Day 1Board your luxury coach and travel to Belfast. We will stop along the way in Kildare for a visit to the National Stud and Japanese Gardens.

Day 2After a drive through the Glens of Antrim, our walk today will take us on a path along the northern Antrim coastline on the Causeway Coastal Way - the North Antrim Cliff Path from Dunseverick to the Giant’s Causeway.

Day 3A chance to walk on the spectacular Gobbin Cliff Path, located on the Antrim coastal route. On the return to Belfast we will stop off at Carrickfergus Castle for a visit.

Day 4Enjoy a historic walking tour through Belfast city centre. In the afternoon begin the return journey home.


Day 1Travel by ferry from Dublin to Wales and along the stunning North Welsh Coastline to your hotel.

Day 2The Langdale Valley Walk - 11km. This walk offers glorious mountain views. Sticking to low levels, we will meander along tracks and across pretty bridges.

Day 3Coniston to Elterwater - 12km. A pleasant and characterful village at the head of the Great and Little Langdale Valleys, taking in lake tarns, caves and ancient bridges.

Day 4Borrowdale Valley Walk - 13km. Surrounded by some of the highest mountains in England, walk through the ancient woodlands below Castle Cragg.

Day 5We will make our return journey home today after a memorable walking holiday in The English Lake District.


This tour offers a different kind of walking tour as we follow grassy trails and woodland tracks along the Causeway coastline, a rocky cliff path on edge of the Irish Sea and a walking route through Belfast’s historic city centre. A highlight of the tour is the Gobbins Cliff Path, following the cliff edge with tunnels, bridges, caves and stairs carved into the cliffside. The third walk will take you through Belfast City with a walking guide recounting the moments and events that have shaped the city. **Suitable for the regular walker at moderate level

Your 4-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport • Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Full Breakfast on 3 mornings • Evening Meal on 3 evenings • Lunch on 3 Days• Guided Walks on the Causeway Coastal Way, the Gobbins Cliff Path and the Belfast City Tour • Visit to the National Stud & Japanese Gardens, Carrickfergus Castle and the Giant’s Causeway

The Lake District is a walker’s paradise. During this 5 day holiday you will enjoy guided low level walking on paths and trails in some of the UK’s most stunning scenery. We have prepared a fantastic itinerary with a local Lake District walking guide for you to explore places where even the names inspire the imagination - Langdale Valley, Borrowdale Valley and Elterwater. *Suitable for the active low-level walker

Your 5-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport and Return Ferry• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group• 4 Nights Hotel Accommodation • Full Breakfast on 4 mornings• Evening Meal on 4 evenings • Packed lunch on 3 days 3 Days Guided Walking with accompanying guide


Day 1Board your luxury coach and travel by ferry from Rosslare with an overnight stay in the UK.

Day 2Today we take the short journey into Calais and on to our hotel in Bruges, where we will be based for the next three nights. The entire city of Bruges, known as the Venice of the North, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site and upon arrival passengers can enjoy the evening exploring the cobbled streets of Bruges at leisure. Day 3In the morning we will begin with a guided walking tour in Bruges centre and discover all there is to see in this charming city, including a visit to the renowned Basilica of the Holy Blood. In the afternoon, board your boat by the canal for a short cruise around the city before a chance to explore the city’s museums, shops, churches and canals at leisure.

Day 4Today we will visit Brussels, the centre of European culture and politics. Start the day with a city tour before an afternoon visit to the European Parlamentarium. Day 5Enjoy a final morning at leisure in Bruges before an afternoon return crossing to the UK. Day 6Today we return to Ireland by ferry. Relax on your coach journey back to your original pick up destination after a wonderful cultural tour.


Belgium is the home of fine chocolates, brilliant beers and cultural cities. We will base ourselves in Bruges, often referred to as the Venice of theNorth, a wonderful coach holiday destination. Stroll down the winding cobbled streets of this attractive medieval city, taking in tree-lined canals and impressive architecture. The entire historic centre of Bruges has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site – well worth exploring! We will also enjoy an excursion to the European capital, Brussels.

Your 6-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport• Professional Driver & Guide who will act as Tour Managers for the group• Return crossings between Ireland, the UK and France • 5 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Evening meal on 5 evenings• Full breakfast on 5 mornings• Guided City Tour in Bruges and Brussels• Visit to European Parlamentarium & Hemicycle• Visit to the Basilica of the Holy Blood • Canal Cruise in Bruges

Triumphal Arch, Brussels

Bruges

Basilica of the Holy Blood, Bruges


Day 1Board your coach and travel by overnight ferry to mainland France.

Day 2Today we visit the medieval town of Bayeux on route to our hotel in Dinan where we will be based for the next 3 nights. Bayeux is famous for its links with the Battle of Hastings invasion of 1066, which is retold in the Bayeux Tapestry, a UNESCO Memory of the World.

Day 3 In the morning take a drive to the renowned Josselin Chateaux, a fairytale castle filled with antique memorabilia as well as formal gardens and doll museum. In the afternoon enjoy time to explore the idyllic ancient centre of Dinan at leisure.

Day 4Today we travel to nearby St Malo to hop on board the boat to Jersey Island. On arrival enjoy a half day island tour to include St Aubin’s Bay, St Brelade’s Bay, St Ouens beach and the medieval castle of Mont Orgueil. Later there will be an opportunity to explore St Helier at leisure before returning by boat to St Malo.

Day 5Depart from Dinan and today we will be exploring Mont St. Michel with its Benedictine Abbey, located on a little island less than 1km from the mainland. Enjoy your day on this wonderfully historic island before returning to Bayeux.

Day 6On our final morning in France enjoy a chance to explore Bayeux before the drive back to Cherbourg, with a visit to one of the Beach Museums on the way back. Take the evening ferry for your overnight return sailing back to Ireland.

Day 7Arrive back to Ireland and continue the journey to your original pick up location.


The Brittany region covers the north western area of France and is a visitor’s paradise with so many idyllic towns, unspoilt beaches and castles built over centuries. From dramatic coastline, medieval towns and fortified castles, Brittany is also a gateway to the Channel Islands, and on this tour, you will have a chance to visit Jersey Island and St Helier.

Your 7-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport & Ferries• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for the group• 6 Nights Hotel / Ferry Accommodation• Evening Meal on 6 evenings• Breakfast on 6 mornings• Entry to the Bayeux Tapestry and Mont St Michel Benedictine Abbey• Visit to Josselin Chateaux• Day Trip to Jersey Island • Utah Beach Museum

Mont St. Michel


Day 1Load your coach and make your way to the ferry port to enjoy your sailing to Cherbourg.

Day 2Arrive in Cherbourg and make your way to Rouen, capital of the Normandy region and a town rich in history with cobblestone streets and medieval half-timbered houses.

Day 3Today we will be visiting the city of Rouen, a vibrant city abundant in culture and history. Visit the famous Cathedral and follow the trail detailing the life and legacy of Joan of Arc.

Day 4Enjoy a morning visit to Monet Gardens, where Claude Monet lived and painted most of his works. The property is kept in pristine condition, especially the gardens and inside the house, rooms have been restored to their 19th century condition, just as they were in Monet’s time. Later that afternoon, continue your journey to Paris where you will stay for the next two nights.

Day 5Begin your visit to Paris with a guided tour of the city, taking in some of the city’s most famous landmarks, such as the Champs Elysees, Louvre Museum, Jardin des Tuileries, Notre Dame and the Latin Quarter. Enjoy some free time in the city in the afternoon before an early dinner at your hotel. In the evening visit the Eiffel Tower.

Day 6In the morning, visit the spectacular Palace of Versailles on the outskirts of Paris. The Palace, built by order of Louis XIV, includes the Hall of Mirrors, the King’s Apartments, the Chapel and the Palace Gardens, and has been on UNESCO’s World Heritage List for over 30 years. Later that afternoon the coach will return to Rouen for an overnight stay.

Day 7In the morning we depart Rouen and on the return drive we will visit one of the historic Normandy beaches. In the afternoon board your overnight ferry for the return sailing to Ireland.

Day 8Arrive back in Ireland and begin the final leg of your return journey.


Enjoy a spectacular 8-day holiday to France. The tour includes a visit to Rouen and the famed Monet Gardens, renowned as the home of Claude Monet. Explore the highlights of Paris, including the Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysees, the Louvre Museum, Montmarte, Notre Dame Cathedral and the Arc de Triomphe.

Your 8-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport and Overnight Ferry with Cabin• Professional Driver & Guide who will act as Tour Managers for your group• 5 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Evening meal on 7 evenings (as is traditional in France the menu is a set menu)• Breakfast on 7 mornings• Entry to Monet Gardens• Paris City Tour• Visit to the Louvre Museum and Notre Dame• Ticket to the Eiffel Tower• Tour of the Palace of Versailles• Walking Tour of Rouen

Eiffel Tower, Paris

Monet Gardens

Palace of Versailles


Day 1Load your coach and make your way to Cork for your overnight sailing to Roscoff. Enjoy an evening meal on board the ferry where you will have a cabin for your crossing.

Day 2Arrive into Roscoff early and begin with a visit to the idyllic ancient centre of Dinan, one of the most beautiful and best-preserved towns in the Brittany region. In the afternoon, continue to the lovely city of Niort where you are staying for your first night in France.

Day 3 Today we travel to the Bordeaux region for a vineyard tour before arriving in the town of Lourdes, where we will be staying for the next three nights. After dinner, passengers have the option of taking part in the nightly torchlight procession.

Day 4Enjoy a day at leisure in Lourdes, starting with morning mass and free time to explore in the town and at the Grotto of Massabielle. Other highlights include a 1.5km walk following the Stations of the Cross and the Town Trail following the life of Bernadette. In the afternoon we will take the short cable car ride to the summit of Pic du Jer, a viewing point overlooking Lourdes and the surrounding Pyrenees Mountains.

Day 5This morning we will take a short drive to Bartrès, a little village where Bernadette was raised, and we will also explore the beautiful Lourdes Lake. The afternoon will be free to visit the highlights of Lourdes. After our evening meal at the hotel we will take part in the nightly torchlight procession.

Day 6This morning we will depart Lourdes after the morning mass and travel on to the city of Niort for our overnight stay.

Day 7On the return journey we will visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mont St Michel, a Benedictine abbey on an island off the northern French coast. After the visit we return to Roscoff for our overnight sailing to Ireland.

Day 8We arrive back in Ireland in the morning and return home after the trip of a lifetime!


On February 11th 1858, 14-year-old Bernadette Soubirous saw the first of 18 apparitions of the Virgin Mary at the grotto of Massabielle in the little town of Lourdes. Located in the foothills of the Pyrenees Mountains, each year millions of pilgrims now travel to this special site. We are very excited to offer a “No–Fly” option to the awe-inspiring destination, Lourdes. While there you will have plenty of time to explore the main sites in the town as well as attending a morning mass and taking part in the nightly torchlight procession.

Your 8-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport and Return Ferry with Overnight Cabins• Professional Driver and Guide who will act as Tour Managers for your group• 5 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Evening meal on 7 evenings• Breakfast on 7 mornings• Pic du Jer Cable Car• Visit to Bartrès and Lourdes Lake• Visit to the historic town of Dinan • Vineyard tour in the Bordeaux Wine Region• Visit to Mont St Michel Abbey• Morning Mass and Evening Torchlight Procession in Lourdes

Vineyard tour


Limerick departures•7.25amAbbeyfealeChurch•7.40amNewcastlewest (across from Longcourt House Hotel)•8.00amAdareTouristOffice•8.15amLimerick(Finnegans Bar)

Kerry departures•5.45amDingle**•6.00amKillorglinChurch•6.30amRathmore**•6.30amTralee (Outside the Bus Station)•6.30amKenmareSquare**•7.00amKillarney, O’Callaghan Coach Holidays depot•7.00amFarranfore•7.10amCastleisland(across from Lidl)

Cork departures•7.00amBallyvourney(Lucey’s Transport)•7.20amMallow**•7.30amMacroom (opposite Riverside Park Hotel)•7.50amBallincollig,(Applegreen Station)•8.10amMahonPointShoppingCentre


Our amazing Dublin Christmas getaway is back! Travel in style on our Dublin Luxury Christmas Shopping Trip, taking in shopping hotspots Dundrum Town Centre, Dublin City Centre and Kildare Village Outlet Shopping.

• Saturday 14th November • Friday 27th November • Sunday 29th November • Thursday 3rd December • Saturday 5th December ** (Kenmare, Dingle, Rathmore &

Mallow pick-ups also on this date)

• Saturday 12th December

Your overnight holiday includes:

• Return Luxury Coach Transportation• 1 Night Hotel Accommodation• Evening Meal on 1 Evening• Full Irish Breakfast on 1 morning

• Plenty room for shopping bags!

Day 1Board your luxury coach and depart for Belfast. Begin your shopping experience with a visit to the Quays Shopping Centre in Newry, Co. Down. Withover50outlets,theQuaysCentreis home to some of the UK and Ireland’s major retailers. From here we travel on to our hotel in Belfast.

Day 2Enjoy a full day in Belfast City today where you can shop until you drop or enjoy a day exploring beautiful Belfast! The city has so much to offer - take a city tour, visit the Titanic Experience or the beautiful Botanic Gardens or spend the day shopping in the city’s bustling Victoria Centre quarter.

Day 3Today we will stop in Dublin to visit Dundrum Town Centre where you can enjoy some more free time and fill those bags before the final leg of your journey home.


Day 1Board your coach and travel to Galway. Enjoy your afternoon in Galway City and visit the Eyre Square Continental Christmas Market. Enjoy an afternoon of shopping in the city centre before arriving at your hotel before dinner.

Day 2After breakfast enjoy some free time in Galway City before you board your coach again. We have a stop in Limerick to pick up any last-minute shopping you may have forgotten!


A wonderful opportunity to visit Belfast! As well as a chance to shop and explore in Belfast city centre, this tour also gives you an opportunity to visit the Quays Shopping Centre in Newry and Dundrum Town Centre!

Your 3-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for your group• 2 Nights Hotel Accommodation• Full Breakfast on 2 mornings and Evening meal on 2 evenings• Transport to and from Shopping Highlights• Plenty room for all the shopping bags!

Join us for an overnight trip to the renowned Galway Continental City Christmas Markets in Eyre Square. We will also be stopping in Limerick, which always lights up in style for the festive season!

Your 2-Day Holiday Includes• Return Luxury Coach Transport• Professional Driver / Guide who will act as Tour Manager for your group• 1 Night Hotel Accommodation• Full Breakfast on 1 morning and Evening meal on 1 evening• Plenty of room for all the shopping bags!



We are delighted to yet again partner with JMG Travel and Cruise & Maritime Voyages for offer a wonderful choice of no-fly cruises direct from Ireland aboard the Magellan and the Marco Polo. The 2020 programme of cruising features some new destinations and convenient sailing departures from Cobh, Dublin and Belfast ports. Price includes complimentary return coach transfer from select points nationwide.

*Prices are subject to change depending on availability and special offers*

Here is a selection of the 2020 cruises available

Grand Africa & Indian Ocean Voyage • Departs: Cobh • Sail Date: Sunday 5th Jan 2020 • Duration: 78 nights (Prices from €6455pps)

Azores, Madeira & Portuguese Highlights• Departs: Cobh • Sail Date: Monday 23rd Mar 2020 • Duration: 14 nights (Prices from €1225pps)

Easter River Seine Experience• Departs: Cobh • Sail Date: Monday 6th Apr 2020 • Duration: 7 nights (Prices from €615pps)

Treasures of the British Isles• Departs: Cobh • Sail Date: Monday 13th Apr 2020 • Duration: 11 nights (Prices from €1015pps)

Portugal & Seville Fiesta• Departs: Cobh • Sail Date: Friday 24th Apr 2020 • Duration: 13 nights (Prices from €1149pps)

River Seine Experience• Departs: Belfast • Sail Date: Wednesday 24th Jun 2020• Duration: 8 nights (Prices from €749pps)

Iceland

Morocco

Gibraltar

Round Britain & River Seine Experience• Departs: Dublin • Sail Date: Monday 13th Jul 2020 • Duration: 11 nights (Prices from €1035pps)

Iceland and Faroes• Departs: Dublin • Sail Date: Friday 24th Jul 2020 • Duration: 12 nights (Prices from €1129pps)

Spain, Portugal & Morocco• Departs: Dublin • Sail Date: Wednesday 5th Aug 2020 • Duration: 12 nights (Prices from €1105pps)

Summertime Fjordland• Departs: Dublin • Sail Date: Monday 17th Aug 2020 • Duration: 10 nights (Prices from €919pps)

River Seine Experience• Departs: Dublin • Sail Date: Thursday 27th Aug 2020 • Duration: 7 nights (Prices from €665pps)

British Isles Discovery• Departs: Dublin • Sail Date: Thursday 3rd Sep 2020 • Duration: 10 nights (Prices from €879pps)

River Seine Experience• Departs: Ringaskiddy • Sail Date: Wednesday 16th Sep 2020 • Duration: 6 nights (Prices from €529pps)

Hidden Baltic Treasures• Departs: Ringaskiddy • Sail Date: Tuesday 22nd Sep 2020 • Duration: 14 nights (Prices from €1205pps)

Grand Canary Islands, Madeira, Iberian Treasures & Morocco• Departs: Cobh • Sail Date: Tuesday 6th Oct 2020 • Duration: 16 nights (Prices from €1289pps)

Iceland & Land of the Northern Lights• Departs: Cobh • Sail Date: Thursday 22nd Oct 2020 • Duration: 9 nights (Prices from €785pps)

Escape the Winter Festive Getaway• Departs: Cobh • Sail Date: Monday 7th Dec 2020 • Duration: 14 nights (Prices from €1069pps)

Christmas & New Year Canaries & Madeira• Departs: Cobh • Sail Date: Monday 21st Dec 2020 • Duration: 16 nights (Prices from €1574pps)


Madeira

Isles of Scilly

Seville

Norway

Gothenburg

Rouen

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