Time short? With new flight routes to Dublin, Cork and Shannon airports, why not visit Ireland for a week end break. Contact us to to plan a full trip with lots to do. Tour outside the city while staying in a fantastic boutique Dublin city hotel.
Inclusions
Luxury Four Star and Five Star Hotels, Castles & Manor Houses
Private Driver Guide or Luxury Car Hire plus Airport Transfers
Full Irish Breakfast every day
Fine Dining Evening Meals or Local Restaurant Recommendations
Specialized Private Guided Walking, Historical, Whiskey & Foodie Excursions
Evening Irish Music & Dance Entertainment
Dublin City Short Break
Golf
Dublin City Short Break
Dublin city is vibrant, fun and full of culture. Stay in a luxurious city centre hotel, and enjoy the city in old-world elegance. See Trinity College, The Guinness Storehouse and the
Ireland Golf Short Break
Stay three nights in Dublin city Centre with golf each day in the best links and courses outside the city. We
New Years Eve in an Irish Castle
Explore the coastal sites of the rugged west of Ireland while bringing in the New Year in a luxury Irish Castle Hotel. Take peaceful walks on a windswept beach and enjoy Irish music in a local pub. Contact us to book your magical New Year’s break in Ireland.
Dublin City and the Boyne Valley
Spend a day sightseeing in Dublin, Ireland’s vibrant capital city. Don’t miss the Guinness Store house for the history of the famous pint of stout, Trinity College for the Book of Kells, Temple bar for the pubs and people watching or Dublinia museum for the history of the Vikings in Dublin. Eat in a Michelin star restaurant and discover gourmet Ireland. Take the a day out of the city and first visit Newgrange (c 3,200 B.C.), it is the best-known monument of the World Heritage Site of Brú na Bóinne, predating the ancient pyramids by 400 years and Stonehenge by 1000. The fantastic visitors centre will fascinate you. Visit Monasterboice, an early Christian site with a round tower and 10th Century High Cross, the Hill of Tara (seat of the high kings of Ireland) or Trim Castle, the largest Anglo- Norman castle in Ireland and part of Braveheart’s film set. There is a lot to see in Ireland’s historical Boyne valley, spend the day discovering Ireland’s history. For an extended trip see our Ireland’s Ancient East Tour.
Ireland Short Breaks
Let your airport transfer take you to your beautifully appointed, city centre hotel. We will request an early check in so you can settle in and rest after your flight. After you are refreshed take a stroll through the city centre to stretch your legs and get to know your surroundings. |
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Powerscourt house & gardens are voted Top 10 Houses in the world by Lonely Planet and voted no. 3 of Best Gardens in the world by National Geographic - This is world famous estate is not to be missed. Enjoy the house and the gardens taking your time to unwind and enjoy your stunning surroundings. A sublime blend of formal gardens, sweeping terraces, statues and ornamental lakes, secret hollows and rambling walks. Managed by Head Gardener, Alex Slazenger and a team of four gardeners, Powerscourt Gardens were designed from 1731 onwards, with the desire to create a garden which was part of the wider surrounding landscape. Powerscourt Gardens include The Walled Gardens, The Italian Garden, The Dolphin Pond, The Japanese Gardens, Pets Cemetery and Pepperpot Tower, among other features and attractions.
Ireland’s Highest Waterfall - Powerscourt Waterfall is Ireland’s highest at 121m (398ft.) and is 6km from the Main Estate. It is set in one of Ireland’s most beautiful parklands at the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains. Take time to explore the pathways that meander through the flora and fauna, walk along the woodland pathways and listen to the birdsong. Request a trail from the hotel to bring you the 6km to the site.
Visit the Avoca cafe and shop. It was set up in 1723 as a co-operative where farmers could spin and weave their wool. Today, Avoca has grown into one of Ireland’s most loved brands producing signature throws and blankets, using natural yarns like lamb’s wool, cashmere, mohair and angora.
Enjoy the facilities at the resort, relax and be rejuvenated.
