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Start your adventure along the Wild Atlantic Way! And what better way to start than by taking in the Cliffs of Moher – a natural masterpiece set against the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean and part of The Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Burren Geopark. Travel along the coastal road through County Clare taking in Lahinch and the Burren - a UNESCO Global Geopark, before reaching Galway City, the ‘City of Tribes.’ This city is the perfect place for getting a taste of our culture as it’s known for its amazing cafés and bars with a thriving traditional music, song, and dance scene.
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The House Hotel 4★Highlights
Wild Atlantic Way , Cliffs of Moher, County Clare, Lahinch, Burren, Galway
Park the car today and join a tour to the Aran Islands. Epitomizing the rugged beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way, these Isles offer a call-back to an ancient Ireland. Age-old historical sites dot the landscape and the locals here routinely speak Irish Gaelic – a special part of Irish heritage and culture. Experience a truly brilliant day out with a mix of activities to choose from – bask in the stunning scenery, visit golden beaches or take in archaeological antiquities.
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The House Hotel 4★Meals
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Galway Bay, Aran Islands
Enjoy another MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on a fabulous 2-hour culinary walking tour of Galway with a Local Specialist, meet artisan producers and sample everything from cheese to strawberry tarts. This afternoon leave Galway City behind to the wild lands of Connemara National Park boast some of Ireland’s most breathtaking scenery. Take in views of shimmering lakes, sparkling brooks, wild woodlands and majestic mountains. Travel through The Twelve Bens and stay in one of this region’s prettiest villages or historic properties.
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Abbeyglen Castle 4★Meals
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Galway City, Connemara National Park, The Twelve Bens
Continue traveling North along the Wild Atlantic Way to Westport in County Mayo. Filled with wild nature and ancient heritage, the town overlooks Clew Bay and is affectionately known as the ‘Secret Riviera’ of the Wild Atlantic Way. Join a friendly Local Specialist and enjoy a leisurely walking tour of this pretty town.
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Westport Plaza Hotel 4★Meals
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Wild Atlantic Way, Westport, County Mayo, Clew Bay
Enjoy a day exploring one of the longest off-road walking and cycling trails in Ireland, the Great Western Greenway. Originally the old Westport to Achill railway line, the stunning views and unique landscapes throughout the 42km trail make it the perfect active adventure to enjoy at your own pace.
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Westport Plaza Hotel 4★Meals
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Great Western Greenway, Westport, Achill Railway
Continue to Donegal, a thriving city boasting wild landscapes and isolated white sandy beaches. Voted one of the coolest places to visit by Lonely Planet, Donegal is also home to some of the world’s highest cliffs at Slieve League, whose bluffs tower above the ocean and offer panoramic views of both the mountains and coast. With so much to see and do, why not add an extra day to your trip here? Slow down the pace, experience the Glengesh Pass and this dramatic coastal region at its best.
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Mill Park Hotel 4★Meals
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Donegal, Slieve League, Glengesh Pass
Journey through deepest rural Ireland, stopping in tiny Drumshanbo to visit The Shed Distillery. Situated at the edge of Lough Allen, its the first distillery in the area for over one hundred years. See the Medieval copper pots and sample their signature whiskey and speciality Gunpowder Gin. Continue into the country’s heartbeat, and explore its tracks, trails and waterside towns along Ireland’s longest river, the Shannon en route to the Medieval town of Athlone.
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Hodson Bay Hotel 4★Meals
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River Shannon, Shed Distillery
The beauty of staying in the Hidden Heartlands is that you have a choice to depart from Shannon or Dublin. Journey times are the same, so why not opt to stay another day in one of these locations.
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Full breakfast included daily
*Trip USD Pricing for this itinerary is low $1427, mid $1777 and high $2181 based on the following effective from dates: Low - 02 January, Mid - 01 October, High - 02 July. Price is per person, land only and based on double occupancy. Subject to availability; varies by inclusions and travel dates. CST#2084503-20
^Trip CAD Pricing for this itinerary is low $1869, mid $2341 and high $2877 based on the following effective from dates: Low - 02 January, Mid - 01 October, High - 02 July. Price is per person, land only and based on double occupancy. Subject to availability; varies by inclusions and travel dates. All prices and itineraries are subject to change until all services have been confirmed and paid in full. For up to date pricing contact your Brendan Vacations Celtic Expert. BN#776064719 | TICO # R50025597 and W50025598