We had a wonderful time! This was the first time I've traveled out of the country and wasn't sure how the trip would go. I was nervous, but everything went as planned. Tina did a terrific job and I ha Read more »
I wrote a review a year ago. Just want to re-emphasize, 15 months later, how grateful I am to Linda Larkin for organizing an absolutely wonderful trip. Our hotel in Port Rush was a bit worn but not a Read more »
I am writing to highly praise Irish Tourism. Our agent, Linda Larkin, provided a high level of customer service as we planned our tour to Ireland. She was very thoughtful and helpful. I also want t Read more »
The staff at Irish Tourism is extraordinary! My friends and I found ourselves in Ireland when the travel ban began. Maria and everyone at Irish Tourism worked hard to ensure we had places to stay, eve Read more »
Your tour begins in Dublin where we pay a visit to the National Museum of Decorative Arts. Here you can catch a glimpse of how Irish people in the past lived through their clothing and textiles. The next day in Dublin we will have a ‘knitting with wire’ workshop and you will be introduced to Tunisian crochet with one of our expert designers. Leaving Dublin, we will head for Connemara in the West of Ireland. Connemara is characterised by coastal coves and bays, fishing villages and by its vast expanse of mountainous scenery. Before we leave Galway we will enjoy a knitting workshop with Anne O’Maille of Ó'Máilles of Galway. Established in 1938, this shop became famous in the 1950s for outfitting the entire cast of the film The Quiet Man. The next two days of your trip will be spent on Inis Oirr (Inisheer), one of the famous Aran Islands located at the mouth of Galway Bay. You will enjoy knitting and dyeing workshops and learn the traditional methods and stitches the Aran Island way! Your time on the islands will include sightseeing and even a bit of Irish music and dance! The next part of the tour takes place in the south of Ireland where we visit the famous Ring of Kerry with its stunning ocean vistas and we will enjoy a knitting workshop with Carol Feller and Liz Spillane. Return to Dublin via the famous Blarney Castle where legend has it if you kiss the stone you will never be lost for words and have as the Irish say, ‘the gift of the gab’!
Arrive at Rosslare Harbour and make your way along the south coast to Ireland’s second city, Cork. After checking into your hotel, enjoy a welcome dinner. Overnight Cork DBB Distance approx. 200 km/125 miles; Driving Time approx. 2 hours 45 minutes
After breakfast drive around cork’s equivalent to the Ring of Kerry, the Beara Peninsula. Steeped in myths and legend, the mountains and valleys of the Beara Peninsula are rich in archaeological sites, scenic lakes cradled by beautiful mountains and a rugged coastline. Stops on the way could include the only cable car in Ireland that links Dursey Island with the mainland or garnish Island, renowned world-wide for its Italian gardens. Distance approx. 280 km/174 miles; Driving time approx. 4 hours 45 minutes
Today you will discover the wonderful scenery of Killarney as you drive around the famous Ring of Kerry. The road winds between the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Ireland's highest mountains, and the varied Atlantic coast. You will be amazed at the breathtaking views and you will stop for photos at the most dramatic scenes. Drive through the remote villages of Cahersiveen and Waterville (one of Charlie Chaplin’s favourite places), pass through the colourful village of Sneem and pause at Moll's Gap to view the Three Lakes of Killarney. Enjoy some free time in Killarney or stroll through Killarney National Park before returning to your hotel. Overnight Cork BB Distance approx. 330 km/205 miles; Driving time approx. 5 hours
After your final Irish breakfast check out of your hotel and make your way back to Rosslare for your return ferry. Distance approx. 200 km/125 miles; Driving Time approx. 2 hours 45 minutes
Do you have a partner or friend that doesn't knit? They are welcome to come along, ask our sales representatives about our non-knitter discount!
Cancellation Penalties:
Postponements:
Should you wish to change your tour to one of our other available tours or to a different date, you can do so subject to availability. An amendment fee of €500 per person will apply. Within 60 days of the tour commencement date, cancellation fees will apply.
Accommodation Type |
---|
Notes
Package A
Package B
Prices in other currencies are indicative only. Please note that we charge in Euro.
Please enter your vacation requirements in the form below. If your enquiry requires a more immediate response, please use the Tollfree & International numbers as listed down the page.
For customers based in North America, please note that as we are based in Ireland, we are 5 hours ahead of EST.
See what people say about the vacations we plan
Let us help you create that dream Irish vacation that you will remember forever.
UK FreeFone
USA & Canada
Australia
International