Galway Dublin Sights & Seaviews Itinerary
Overview
- Dedicated Concierge Service – 24 Hour Support and Concierge throughout the groups stay in Ireland
- 3 night’s accommodation in Galway and Breakfast each morning
- 3 nights’ accommodation in Dublin and Breakfast each morning
- 2 Rounds of Golf
- Full cooked Breakfast daily
- Daily Restaurant recommendations
- Luxury Transport for 7 days with leather armchair seats, air conditioning, extra leg room, WIFI and tinted windows
- Meet & Greet at Dublin Airport by Experience Ireland Golf & Travel Representative
- Experienced Driver/Guide who will act as tour manager
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in all hotels
- All local taxes, fuel and tolls
Day 1
Arrive in Dublin Airport and after clearing customs meet with your Experience Ireland Golf and Travel Driver/Guide who will be your personal chauffeur and guide for the duration of your trip.
Depart Dublin for Galway via Clonmacnoise Monastic Site. Clonmacnoise Monastic Site was a centre of learning excellence, and many manuscripts, including the Annals of Tighernach (11th century) and the Book of the Dun Cow (12th century), were written here. The monastery flourished for 600 years as a center of learning and religious instruction as well as providing much of Ireland’s finest Celtic art and illuminated manuscripts. The surrounding area of Clonmacnoise is a microcosm of landscapes within the Midlands. These include the Shannon callows, eskers, boglands both preserved and cutaway.
Welcoming guests since 1740, this luxury, five star hotel is nestled peacefully on a stunning 138 acre estate on the shores of Lough Corrib near Galway City. Guests can also dine aboard the award-winning Pullman Restaurant, set on two original Orient Express carriages.
In the Oak Cellar Bar in the hotel you can hide away in the cosy, rustic interiors that exudes warmth and original character features. The adjacent lounge – a hat tip to an elitists men’s club, with restored herringbone parquet floors, darkened mahogany panelling, softened with tartan upholstered chairs and aged leather sofas. An ideal hideaway, just off what was the original parlour of the house.
… by the Experience Ireland Golf & Travel Team, we would highly recommend the 8 oz Rib Eye Steak.
Day 2
After a leisurely breakfast, meet with your Experience Ireland Golf and Travel Driver/Guide in the lobby of your hotel. Depart for a cruise on Lough Corrib before taking a trip to the Cliffs of Moher with your driver/guide.
Lough Corrib Cruise, step on board and join local historian and boat captain Patrick Luskin as he takes you on a fascinating journey through time. Lough Corrib is the largest lake in the Republic of Ireland and reputedly has 365 islands – one for every day of the year. Patrick will tell you about the history and folklore of the lake and the surrounding area as the landscape unfolds before your eyes. During the cruise you’ll experience the breath-taking scenery of the surrounding Connemara Mountains and see Ashford Castle from the water. A visit to The Old Steamers Quay and views of Lord Ardilaun’s Obelisk are highlights.
The Cliffs of Moher, standing 214m (702 feet) at their highest point they stretch for 8 kilometers (5 miles) along the Atlantic coast of County Clare in the west of Ireland. From the Cliffs of Moher on a clear day one can see the Aran Islands and Galway Bay, as well as the Twelve Pins and the Maum Turk mountains in Connemara, Loop Head to the south and the Dingle Peninsula and Blasket Islands in Kerry. O’Brien’s Tower stands near the highest point and has served as a viewing point for visitors for hundreds of years.
Welcoming guests since 1740, this luxury, five star hotel is nestled peacefully on a stunning 138 acre estate on the shores of Lough Corrib near Galway City. Guests can also dine aboard the award-winning Pullman Restaurant, set on two original Orient Express carriages.
Galway’s most unique dining experience. Step back in time and dine aboard the Pullman Restaurant. Comprising of two original Pullman carriages, beautifully restored and set on the grounds of the hotel. Book a private booth or sit by the window with spectacular views overlooking Glenlo Abbey Estate and Lough Corrib.
… by the Experience Ireland Golf & Travel Team, we would highly recommend the Castlemaine Lamb.
Day 3
After a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a falconry experience on the Estate followed by some afternoon fishing.
Come up close and personal with many birds of prey within the sheltered Walled Garden. Guided and instructed by experienced Falconers, this is a once in a lifetime life time opportunity to interact with some of nature’s top predators.
Overnight in Glenlo Abbey, Galway
Day 4
After a leisurely breakfast, meet with your Experience Ireland Golf and Travel Driver/Guide in the lobby of your hotel. This morning depart Galway for Dublin via a brief tour of Connemara. On arrival in Dublin head to Teeling Whiskey Distillery for a tour and whiskey tasting.
Connemara where the sandy beaches meet the extreme rugged mountains and listen to one of the few places where the native Gaelic is spoken. Visit the beautiful Kylemore Abbey which is a working monastery and is the oldest of the Irish Benedictine Abbeys. Nuns have resided here since 1920.
Clontarf Castle Hotel in Dublin is a perfect blend of a boutique and luxury hotel, providing unique style and exceptional service in comfortable surroundings. Set in a Norman castle dating from 1172 it is just 10 minutes outside of Dublin City Centre.
Set in the original 12th century castle walls, the Fahrenheit Restaurant at the hotel has a majestic atmosphere with striking wooden beams, stained glass windows and panelled walls, allowing for reflection on bygone days. With carefully designed contemporary menus, impeccable service and sophisticated signature cocktails in a unique location, a dining experience at Fahrenheit Restaurant is an encounter like no other.
… by the Experience Ireland Golf & Travel Team, we would highly recommend the wild Irish Salmon.
Day 5
After an early breakfast, meet with your Experience Ireland Golf and Travel Driver/Guide in the lobby of your hotel and depart for Dun Laoghaire to take the 09:30 sailing to Dublin Port. Meet up again with your driver/guide at Dublin Port and visit the Guinness Storehouse.
Kick start your day with a fresh morning commute to Dublin City as you sail on Dublin Bay and admire the city from a truly unique perspective. During your voyage you will see aspects of the city that are not possible on any other mode of transport. Sail past Dalkey Island as you travel north and discover the magnificent Convention Centre, Eastlink Bridge (Opening), Dublin Port and Docklands and Poolbeg Lighthouse. Cruise duration is 60-70 mins.
Guinness Storehouse, located in the heart of the St. James’s Gate Brewery, the Guinness Storehouse is Ireland’s most popular tourist attraction. It’s the home of the Black Stuff, the heart of Dublin and an unforgettable start to your Irish adventure. The journey begins at the bottom of the world’s largest pint glass and continues up through seven floors filled with interactive experiences that fuse our long brewing heritage with Ireland’s rich history. At the top, you’ll be rewarded with a pint of perfection in our world-famous rooftop Gravity Bar.
Following your tour head to the Royal Dublin Golf Club for lunch before a late afternoon round of golf.
The Royal Dublin’s 18-hole links golf course is situated on an island reserve in the heart of Dublin City. It is Ireland’s second oldest golf club. It has hosted many Irish championships, starting with the Irish Amateur Open back in 1894. The Royal Dublin Golf Club hosted The Carroll’s Irish Open from 1983-1985 with Seve Ballesteros winning in 1983 and 1985 and Bernhard Langer winning in 1984. The Club has also regularly hosted the Irish Amateur Close and the Irish PGA.
… we would recommend eating in the Moran Room at the Club House after your round of golf. If the weather is good there is an option to dine on the terrace overlooking the 18th hole. Food is served until 8pm.
Day 6
After a leisurely breakfast, meet with your Experience Ireland Golf and Travel Driver/Guide in the lobby of your hotel and head for The Island Golf Club for the 2nd round of your trip.
Established in 1890, The Island Golf Club enjoys a unique setting bordered by sea on 3 sides. A classic links course set in a rugged terrain and nestled between the highest sand dunes along the east coast. It enjoys a growing international reputation and currently hosts Regional Qualifying for The Open Championship and will co-host strokeplay qualifying for the British Amateur Championship in 2019.
Knights Bar at the Clontarf Castle is truly is the jewel in the crown of this extraordinary 12th century castle, a beautiful room with its polished wooden floors, warm leather banquettes and classic upholstered booths, open fireplaces and ornate pitched ceiling. Visitors will experience a journey through modern Irish cuisine with carefully designed contemporary menus served in an enchanting 12th century Irish bar, Knights Bar has the perfect blend of contemporary sophistication and welcoming ambience.
… by the Experience Ireland Golf & Travel Team, we would highly recommend the braised tender Wicklow Lamb.
Day 7
After a leisurely breakfast, meet with your Experience Ireland Golf and Travel Driver/Guide and depart for Dublin Airport for your return flight home.
Board your plane with unforgettable memories and new friends.
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