Grand Ireland Explorer

Your Hotels

The Abbey Hotel, Donegal: This three star hotel, located in the centre of the beautiful coastal town of Donegal offers a warm welcome, along with high standards of accommodation and service.

Hotel Features - All bedrooms with en-suite facilities, television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities ● Bar featuring traditional entertainment ● Restaurant ● Use of leisure suite including indoor swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and steam room at the Central Hotel ● Lift to all floors.

The Ellison Hotel - Castlebar: The hotel is located in the heart of Castlebar, County Mayo, within walking distance of the town centre - where you’ll find shops, cafes, entertainment and nightlife. The perfect base to explore the area. As soon as you enter, its fresh, unique style and comfortable and stylish textures and furnishings will invite you in.  The Ellison Hotel has 85 rooms and its own restaurant and bar.

Hotel Features - All bedrooms with en-suite facilities, television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities ● Bar featuring ● Restaurant ● Free Wi-Fi  ● Lift to all floors.

The Glenavon Hotel, Cookstown: Set in nine acres of beautifully landscaped grounds overlooking the Ballinderry River, The Glenavon Hotel in Cookstown blends modern comfort with traditional hospitality, offering a warm and welcoming retreat in the heart of Mid Ulster.

Hotel Features - All bedrooms with en-suite facilities, television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities ● Bar featuring ● Restaurant ● Free Wi-Fi  ● Lift to all floors ● Leisure suite including indoor swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and steam room

Your Itinerary

DAY 1:  On arrival, we make our way to the Abbey Hotel - Donegal for our overnight stay.

DAY 2: Depart after breakfast & travel to the town of Sligo in the North West of Ireland, one of the most picturesque places in the country - no wonder it was described as ‘the land of hearts desire’ by W.B Yeats, one of Ireland’s most beloved poets. We continue to Castlebar for a four-night stay at the Ellison Hotel

DAY 3: Full-day excursion to Galway on Ireland’s stunning west coast, Galway is a city full of Irish warmth, colour and sense of fun. Known as the cultural capital of Ireland, Galway blends rich history with a lively, modern feel, with traditional music from its cosy pubs where friendly faces greet you at every turn. At its centre lies a maze of cobbled streets, bustling squares and shops, all leading down to the scenic waterfront and views across Galway Bay.

DAY 4: Day at leisure to enjoy Castlebar 

DAY 5: Depart after breakfast & travel to Killary for a relaxing cruise on Ireland’s only fjord offering wonderful views of this beautiful landscape. Listen to a commentary talking about your surroundings, and sit on deck and watch the Connemara scenery pass by. The cruise starts at Nancy’s Point and sets sail towards the mouth of the fjord. Take in the panoramic views with hills rising steeply from the silvery sea, deep green fields and heathery bogs, after your cruise we continue to Westport to enjoy free time.

DAY 6: Depart Castlebar after breakfast for a visit to Enniskillen a charming island town nestled between Upper and Lower Lough Erne. Enniskillen is filled with history, shopping, and natural beauty. Explore the magnificent Enniskillen Castle, home to two fascinating museums, or take in the breathtaking views of the Fermanagh countryside. Before continuing to The Glenavon Hotel, Cookstown for our overnight stay.

DAY 7: Depart the hotel after breakfast and travel to Belfast for your included visit to The Titanic Experience, where history comes alive! Step into the past and immerse yourself in the story of the world's most famous ship. The state-of-the-art museum gives an unforgettable insight from the ship's conception to its tragic end. Explore the many exhibits showcasing the ship's design, construction, incredible engineering, and luxurious interiors. Walk the decks of a replica Titanic's interiors, and see artifacts that were recovered from the depths

We depart Belfast for our return sailing.

Sligo Town

The Land Of Hearts Desire
The town of Sligo in the North West of Ireland is one of the most picturesque places in the country - no wonder it was described as ‘the land of hearts desire’ by W.B Yeats, one of Ireland’s most beloved poets. From Strandhill in the South to Mullaghmore in the North, it’s a mecca for surfers, and there is no greater base for exploring Leitrim’s Glencar Valley including its waterfall and the Dartry Mountains - one of which is synonymous with Sligo: the majestic flat-topped Ben Bulben.

Galway

Set on Ireland’s stunning west coast, Galway is a city full of Irish warmth, colour and sense of fun. Known as the cultural capital of Ireland, Galway blends rich history with a lively, modern feel, with traditional music from its cosy pubs where friendly faces greet you at every turn. At its centre lies a maze of cobbled streets, bustling squares and shops, all leading down to the scenic waterfront and views across Galway Bay.

Galway’s story is visible through its streets, from the Spanish Arch and medieval city walls to the beautiful buildings lining Eyre Square. Yet it’s the city’s energy and people that truly define it, a city where street performers entertain, with pavement cafés, music, laughter, and plenty of craic. Whether you’re browsing local boutiques, enjoying fresh Atlantic seafood or simply soaking up the atmosphere, Galway is a great place to visit.

Galway promises memorable moments, fantastic hospitality and a wonderful taste of life on the Emerald Isle.

Enniskillen

Enniskillen, a charming island town nestled between Upper and Lower Lough Erne. Just over an hour from Donegal, Enniskillen is filled with history, shopping, and natural beauty. Explore the magnificent Enniskillen Castle, home to two fascinating museums, or take in the breathtaking views of the Fermanagh countryside.

Enjoy the bustling town centre, with its independent shops, cafés, and heritage sites, or visit the renowned Buttermarket Craft & Design Centre, showcasing local artisans and unique gifts.