City & Country with Ashford Castle (Shannon)
Stay in the Ashford Castle and dive into Ireland's history
Explore the best of city, castle and country in Ireland on this 6 or 8 night vacation! Experience true, authentic Irish culture with stops at charming villages along the Wild Atlantic Way.
What's Included
Transportation:
- Round-trip economy class airfare from to Shannon (SNN)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration
Accommodations:
- 1 night in Limerick at the 4-star Absolute Hotel
- 3 nights with open Bed & Breakfast vouchers
- 1 night in Mayo at the 5-star Ashford Castle
- 1 night in Ennis at the 4-star Old Ground Hotel
Other Inclusions:
- All local taxes, hotel service charges, carrier and government taxes/fees/facility charges on airfare.
- Gratuities are NOT included.
Great Ways to Explore
- Shannon Airport is a hub of the west coast- perfect for touring the Wild Atlantic Way.
- Irish Bed & Breakfasts allow you to chart your own course!
- We recommend a stay near Galway, one of the most unique and distinct cities on the west.
- The 5-star Ashford Castle has recently completely a refurbishment to enhance its beauty.
- Drive at your own pace. See a breathtaking view? Pull over for photos!
Begin your journey in Limerick where you will find King John's Castle and the Treaty Stone. Enjoy the freedom to choose your destination with three nights of Bed and Breakfast open vouchers. Experience the coziness and warmth of Irish hospitality, choosing from hundreds of Town and Country B&Bs around Ireland.
Your included rental car makes it easy to travel and explore on your own time and at your own pace! Follow the dramatic coastline of the Wild Atlantic Way or find your way to a quaint fishing village along the water. Next, make your way to the recently refurbished 5-star Ashford Castle on Lough Corrib in beautiful County Mayo. You'll open the doors to history, elegance and luxury at this world-renowned destination. This castle’s location is ideal for taking in the breath taking sights of Connemara, Galway, Mayo, Sligo and the nearby village of Cong, setting for the film, The Quiet Man.
You'll continue your countryside explorations as you make your way towards Ennis in County Clare for your final night in Ireland. While in Clare you are going to want to explore the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher and maybe the Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. Clare is one of the highlights along the Wild Atlantic Way. With such powerful views from the Cliffs of Moher and other immense landscapes, it's a fantastic photo opportunity!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Transportation:
- Round-trip economy class airfare from to Shannon (SNN)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration
Accommodations:
- 1 night in Limerick at the 4-star Absolute Hotel
- 3 nights with open Bed & Breakfast vouchers
- 1 night in Mayo at the 5-star Ashford Castle
- 1 night in Ennis at the 4-star Old Ground Hotel
Other Inclusions:
- All local taxes, hotel service charges, carrier and government taxes/fees/facility charges on airfare.
- Gratuities are NOT included.
- Shannon Airport is a hub of the west coast- perfect for touring the Wild Atlantic Way.
- Irish Bed & Breakfasts allow you to chart your own course!
- We recommend a stay near Galway, one of the most unique and distinct cities on the west.
- The 5-star Ashford Castle has recently completely a refurbishment to enhance its beauty.
- Drive at your own pace. See a breathtaking view? Pull over for photos!
Begin your journey in Limerick where you will find King John's Castle and the Treaty Stone. Enjoy the freedom to choose your destination with three nights of Bed and Breakfast open vouchers. Experience the coziness and warmth of Irish hospitality, choosing from hundreds of Town and Country B&Bs around Ireland.
Your included rental car makes it easy to travel and explore on your own time and at your own pace! Follow the dramatic coastline of the Wild Atlantic Way or find your way to a quaint fishing village along the water. Next, make your way to the recently refurbished 5-star Ashford Castle on Lough Corrib in beautiful County Mayo. You'll open the doors to history, elegance and luxury at this world-renowned destination. This castle’s location is ideal for taking in the breath taking sights of Connemara, Galway, Mayo, Sligo and the nearby village of Cong, setting for the film, The Quiet Man.
You'll continue your countryside explorations as you make your way towards Ennis in County Clare for your final night in Ireland. While in Clare you are going to want to explore the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher and maybe the Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. Clare is one of the highlights along the Wild Atlantic Way. With such powerful views from the Cliffs of Moher and other immense landscapes, it's a fantastic photo opportunity!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Shannon!
You will pick up your rental car at the airport and take off to your first destination; Limerick. Keep in mind that you will be driving on the opposite side of the road so proceed with caution!
Check-in - Absolute Hotel
This stunning hotel features 99 contemporary guestrooms with space, style and sophistication. The Absolute Bar & Grill includes an outdoor terrace overlooking the Abbey River and serves fresh and modern international cuisine in relaxed, informal surroundings. The luxurious spa offers a range of relaxing body and beauty treatments, including a salt grotto, tropical showers and a crystal steam room.
Day 2. Irish Bed & Breakfast
You'll spend the next three nights of your trip at an Irish Bed & Breakfast of your choice. Bed & Breakfasts in Ireland are famous for being exceptionally comfortable and very accommodating. You will have a local host who will contact you prior to your arrival in Dublin to give you a little more information about their home and location. Having a local host is useful in so many ways. They can help you with directions, or suggest different sites to check out around their home.
Check-in - Ireland Bed and Breakfast
Staying in an Ireland Bed and Breakfast offers travelers the complete flexibility of creating their own itinerary. You must select your accommodations ahead of time. To ensure the best availability, it's recommended that you pre-book your B&Bs as far in advance as possible. Enjoy your choice of accommodations from small towns to quaint villages to countryside manors.
All Irish B&B's pride themselves on providing their guests with a fresh, home-cooked breakfast each morning and quality accommodations that cater to every need. Draw on the local knowledge, personal touch and warm welcome of your Irish hosts. Learn about all the best local restaurants, pubs, shops, attractions and activities. Your hosts specialize in the best services available from golf to walking tours of the area, to adventure breaks and much more.
Why Stay in a B&B?
- Most bed and breakfasts are owned by the B&B operators themselves, who usually live on the premises. It's natural to expect that B&B operators who live in their own B&B's will bring a different perspective to the job.
- At B&B's, "customers" are truly guests, and it shows. The B&B owners will gladly help you find the best restaurant in town, the best pubs, point you to the best tourist attractions and local amenities and much much more. Many B&B's depend on word-of-mouth recommendations.
Combine those two factors and it's easy to see why B&B owners go out of their way to make sure your stay provides some great memories of Ireland.
*B&B check-in is between 3:00pm and 6:00pm..
Day 3. Irish Bed & Breakfast
Today you can visit Kilkenny and Shannon before traveling along the magical Wild Atlantic Way. This rugged coastline is a major attraction for both visitors and locals alike. Its winding roads lead to jaw dropping views of the Atlantic and the cliffs that line Ireland’s West Coast.
Day 4. Irish Bed & Breakfast
Today we recommend you pick a Bed & Breakfast in Clare so that you can spend some time at the fabulous Cliffs of Moher. Admission is not included, but we’re happy to add it for you. This is one of Ireland's most popular tourist attractions
Day 5. Cong
After your stay at a charming Bed & Breakfast, you’ll head to the luxurious 5-star Ashford Castle. The castle is set on a 350-acre estate and is about 30 minutes from Galway’s city center. Galway is one of the most popular cities for tourists to visit. It is famous for its eclectic atmosphere and lively spirit. After completing a two-year refurbishment of the property, the Ashford Castle is better than ever. It has all of its historic charm intact but is now even more luxurious than before!
Check-in - Ashford Castle
Day 6. Cong - Clare
Head back to Clare for your final night in Ireland. Take a day-trip to the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren or the Bunratty Castle & Folk Park.
Check-in - Old Ground Hotel
Day 7. Depart Ireland
Today you will depart Ireland. You'll fly out of Shannon Airport.
We have selected the most economical flight schedule for you. Please note that shorter and more convenient flight options may be available at an additional cost.
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