European Discovery - Ireland

On the Leprechaun Trail

• Dublin and Cork – two of Europe’s coolest cities
• The heritage towns of Kilkenny and Waterford, a name now synonymous with crystal
• Killarney – jaunty car through glaciated valley and boat trip on Serpent’s Lake
• The hills of the Burren and Aillwee Cave
• The craic with the warm, generous folk of southern Ireland

Programme Highlights
Starting in Dublin, experience the elegant architecture, fascinating and turbulent history, plus its unique scenic location perched at the edge of the Irish Sea. The picturesque South of Ireland is famed for its relaxed pace of life and outstanding natural beauty. Enjoy a relaxed pace of life while you experience the sights and ‘craic’ in Wicklow, Wexford and Waterford before discovering the laid back vibe in the People’s Republic of Cork and the special magic of the Kingdom of Kerry.

Programme Map of the Crystal Trail

A Kerry Mystery – an insight into the heritage of Ireland

• Jaunty car ride Gap of Dunloe
• Boat trip on the Lakes of Killarney 
• Irish sports: Hurling/Gaelic football 
• Blarney Stone and the gift of the gab 
• The history of the Irish Diaspora

Programme Highlights
The “kingdom” of Kerry is a charismatic region of spectacular beauty on the Iveragh Peninsula in southern Ireland. Known as the “kingdom” due to its isolated character and the fact its dialect and culture differ somewhat from the rest of Ireland – it’s a mystical place to explore. Kerry and its’ people have played a leading part in the story of modern day Ireland – the liberator Daniel O' Connnell was born in Cahersiveen - capital of the Iveragh Peninsula. Discover the Gaelic heritage of Ireland and how it is alive and thriving in the 21st century in this part of Ireland.

Programme Map of Kerry