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Ireland's Romantic South
Day 1 Lake Side Hotel Killaloe
Day 2 Springhill Hotel Kilkenny
Day 3 Town + Country Home Kinsale
Day 4 + 5+ 6 Old Weir Lodge Killarney
Day 7 Merriman Hotel Kinvara
Day 8 Depart
Car Hire for duration.
355 euro or $499 pp sharing B&B Nov 09 - Mar 2010
445 euro or $625 pp sharing B&B April - Oct 2010
Land Only Package.
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Day 1
Killaloe, on the Clare side of the river, is made up of charming narrow streets, flanked by old shops along the steep hill looking down over the 13th century cathedral. The town was home to Brian Boru, the High King who united Ireland against the Vikings, so this picture perfect town with its Victorian streets and old canal banks was once capital of all Ireland.
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Day 2
Ireland's 'craft county' is an unassuming treasure and great for fuss-free family breaks.
There is no pressure to see spectacular landscapes, but it offers a relaxed rural experience with rolling hills courtesy of Mount Leinster and the Blackstairs; two major rivers the Barrow and the Nore; medieval abbeys; Norman castles and some magnificent formal gardens, inspired by the Anglo Irish aristocracy who held sway in this prosperous county.
Kilkenny city is dominated by the splendid 13th century Kilkenny Castle, one of the many medieval structures that make this town so special.
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Day 3
The medieval town of Kinsale is not just about food. its also about traditional bars, beautiful buildings, narrow streets, shops and galleries and lots of activities on land and sea. You'll find Kinsale's not just a place - it's more a state of mind!
Overnight in Town & Country Home Kinsale.
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Day 4+5+6
Killarney promotes its-self as the gateway to the Ring of Kerry and has been Ireland's top town for tourism for many years, only losing its crown to Dublin in recent times. The town, although attractive, is outshone by the surrounding countryside with it's mountains, lakes, woods and overall beauty which attracts visitors worldwide. You can take a ride though part of this beauty by taking a Jaunting Car, the local form of horse drawn carriage. Killarney town has much too interest the tourist, not least, the fine restaurants, gift shops and traditional pubs, of which there are many.
The Gap of Dunloe is about 6 miles west of Killarney, a wild gorge about 12.8 kilometre's long with Macgillycuddy's Reeks and Tomies mountains on either side. The highest mountain is Carrantuohill, and at about three and a half thousand feet high is the highest mountain in Ireland. For the very fit a walk though the gap is the best option while for the less able a Jaunting Car ride would suit. There are also ponies for hire, the choice is yours. The scenery in the Gap is spectacular, with steep sides and deep glacial lakes. Don't try and drive though, the road is very narrow.
The Ring of Kerry is a route which meanders around the Iveragh Peninsula, mostly skirting the coast. 176 kilometre's in circumference, it takes about 4 hours to complete, without stops. Drive from Killarney towards Kenmare on the N70 and follow the signs. You will pass St Finan's Bay, Bolus Head and Doulus Head, with the ring ending at Killorglin. In places the views are sensational, especially at Caherdanial where you will find Ireland's only beach pub. At regular intervals you will come across restaurants, cafes and gift shops majoring in Irish crafts.
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Day 7
Kinvara is situated in South County Galway, Ireland, just on the edge of the world renowned "Burren" on Galway Bay. Often described in tourist guides and other publications as a "Picturesque Seaside Village",
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