2024 Vacations

Book early and save 15%

Book any of our wonderful self-drive vacation packages before the 15th of June 2024 to receive a 15% discount off your tour price!
This offer cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts or special event packages.

Tour Overview

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Begin in the festival capital of Ireland, Galway! As a popular holiday destination with both the Irish and international Tourists, the city’s reputation for artistic creativity is evident in every corner.  In Galway you will find a mix of traditional and modern live music concerts, street performers and an array of colourful shops and cafes. Further west the Connemara area will perhaps provide you with the first romantic getaway of your honeymoon in Ireland. This area is strewn with romantic walks which have a wild backdrop of bogland, lakes and magnificent mountains. It is here you will find Kylemore Abbey which was built by Mitchell Henry for his wife after she fell in love with Connemara on their honeymoon! Next take the short journey from Galway to Clare where your honeymoon may include romantic Burren strolls and a memorable visit to the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland’s most visited tourist attraction. Next onward to Kerry which is famous for the Ring of Kerry and Dingle Peninsula driving tours, both of which offer a different experience. The Ring of Kerry is certainly more famous but the Dingle Peninsula is every bit as beautiful. Your Irish Tourism itinerary will show you all the possible touring options whilst you are in Kerry and help you make the most of your time here in Ireland. Your final night will be spent in Dromoland Castle, an authentic five star castle hotel which presents an unparalleled level of luxury and service.

What's included

  • 11 Nights Accommodation with Full Irish Breakfast.
  • 1 Night Stay in Dromoland Castle with Full Irish Breakfast.
  • Romantic Cruise on the Lakes of Killarney (Available/Included May to September).
  • Romantic Horse & Carriage Ride through Killarney National Park.
  • Personal Irish Tourism Sightseeing Guide
  • Discount vouchers for many of Ireland’s best visitor attractions

Tour highlights

  • Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
  • Burren
  • Cliffs of Moher
  • Cobh Heritage Centre
  • Dingle Peninsula
  • Doolin
  • Killarney
  • Ring of Kerry
  • Galway
  • Kinsale
  • Connemara National Park
  • Cork

Overnights for this tour

  • Galway for 3 Nights
  • Clare for 2 Night
  • Kerry for 3 Nights
  • Cork for 3 Nights
  • Dromoland Castle for 1 Night

Accommodation options

  • Superior & First Class Hotels
  • Luxury Accommodation & Service in our 4-Star
  • Country Manor Houses
  • Deluxe Accommodation in our 4 & 5 Star Irish Castles
  • Our Recommended & Handpicked B&B's, all rooms with private bath facilities
  • Any Combination of the above

Day 1 - Day 1: Welcome to Madrid!

Transfer to your Madrid city centre hotel and meet with your fellow knitters and your tour guide for a welcome a Welcome Brunch before setting out to explore La Almudena Cathedral! Although only consecrated by Pope John Paull II in 1993, it was over 100 years in the making and the crypt is the last resting place of many historic noble families of Madrid. 

Visit some of the local yarn stores before a Welcome Drinks Reception and dinner. 

Overnight NH Collection Madrid Gran Via – welcome brunch and dinner included.

Day 2 - Day 2: Explore Madrid and enjoy a tasty Tapas Class!

After breakfast, we start the day with a visit to the Royal Palace of Madrid. Situated in beautiful gardens, the breathtaking building with 3418 rooms, is the official residence of His Majesty the King of Spain. Enjoy exploring the opulence, artwork and treasures of this centuries old wonder. Relax with lunch (included) at a nearby restaurant.

Time to roll up your sleeves and get creating Tapas at The Cooking Clubhouse! The in-house professional Chef will guide you through some of Spain’s most iconic tapas recipes. You will be welcomed with a glass of Cava and shown to your personalized cooking stations where you will work in pairs to make traditional Spanish tapas!

Day 3 - Day 3: Wooldreamers and a Don Quixote Adventure in the La Mancha Region

Travel into the La Mancha region and visit WoolDreamers. Everything they do is focused on heritage, roots, artisanship, nature and humanity, encompassed in excellence and authenticity. Enjoy a comprehensive guided tour that gives you complete insight into the yarn making process and receive a little gift! 

Continue to Castillo De Belmonte, a medieval castle on the hill of San Cristobal. Like a fairy-tale, the castle is in the form of a six-pointed star with a turret at the top of each point. Visit Enjoy the spectacular views across the La Mancha plains. Return to Madrid for a relaxing evening. 

Overnight NH Collection Madrid Gran Via – breakfast and  lunch included.

Day 4 - Day 4: Knitting with Carol Feller of Stolen Stitches and Flamenco!

After breakfast, join Carol Feller of Stolen Stitches for the first of her two knitting classes today! Take your cables to the next level with two colour cables and reversible cables. In this class, we will review chart reading basics and then move on to working cables with two colours, so that they look like they almost float across the surface of your work! 

Time for more fun at the award winning Corral de la Moreria Flamenco Show! Enjoy a lovely pre-show dinner before experiencing the magic of music and dance with some of Spain’s top performers. 

Overnight NH Collection Madrid Gran Via – breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 5 - Day 5: Time for Love Yarn Madrid and Tapas and Cocktails!

It’s festival time! Our shuttle service will get you to the location of Love Yarn Madrid in good time before opening. Enjoy the many stalls, workshops and countless activities for fans of knitting, croche and macramé! 

Our return shuttle will be there at the Day 1 close to bring you back to our hotel. As it is Valentine’s Day, we will get together to celebrate knitting love with tapas and cocktails!

Overnight NH Collection Madrid Gran Via – breakfast and dinner included.

Day 6 - Day 6: More Love Yarn Madrid and time to yourself to explore

It’s Day 2 of Love Yarn Madrid! Our shuttle service will get you to the festival locationin good time before opening and once again you can enjoy the many stalls, workshops and activities. Our return shuttle will be there at the Day 2 close to bring you back to our hotel. The day is yours to explore, dine and relax at leisure and spend as much time as you like at Love Yarn Madrid. 

Overnight NH Collection Madrid Gran Via – breakfast included.

Day 7 - Day 7: More Love Yarn Madrid, El Rastro Market and an Afternoon in the gorgeous city of Toledo!

Day 3 of Love Yarn Madrid commences and our usual shuttle service is available. Of course, you may be all yarned out at this stage so we have some optional activities for you. 

Sundays in Madrid mean one thing: the El Rastro market so of course we have to visit! This sprawling open-air market is on every weekend so you can treasure hunt through more than 700 stalls. You can find centuries-old antiques, vintage furniture, war memorabilia, records, paella pans and every type of souvenir. El Rastro market is also a gathering place for madrileños. Locals come every Sunday to shop, stroll, and grab a bite at the generations-old tapas bars.

This afternoon we visit the UNESCO World Heritage city of Toledo, once the capital of Spain! Situated at a high vantage point overlooking Rio Tajo, is was known as the city of three cultures.’ The Gothic cathedral, musuem and fortress are just some of the visitor hotspots, or you may prefer to amble through the winding medieval streets and stop off at one of the many restaurants, cafes or bars. Make sure to try the region’s famous Manchego cheese! Return to our hotel for a Farewell Dinner! 

Overnight NH Collection Madrid Gran Via – breakfast and dinner included
 

Day 8 - Day 8: Adios Madrid!

As we transfer you to the airport, bid farewell to Madrid, but remember you are bringing great memories, new skills and new friends with you! 

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Tour attractions

2024 Vacations

Book early and save 15%

Book any of our wonderful self-drive vacation packages before the 15th of June 2024 to receive a 15% discount off your tour price!
This offer cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts or special event packages.

Tour Prices

Below, you will find a price for this self drive tour including your car rental and a price without car rental included. While we offer very competitive rates for our car rental inclusive packages, this allows you to shop around for your own car rental price should you wish to.
Pricing for other accommodation and transport options is also available upon request. Please also note that all of our driving tours itineraries and sightseeing guides are available to those wishing to avail of one of our experienced driver guides.
Please note we charge in Euros. Prices in other currencies are for indication only and subject to fluctuation.

ACCOMMODATION WITH CAR RENTAL PRICING

Accommodation Type B&B's 3* Hotels 4* Hotels & Manor Houses Combination
Jan-Mar & Nov-Dec €1,659 €1,879 €2,190  
Per Person Sharing        
Per Person Sharing        
Per Person Sharing  

Notes

  • Please note prices are per person based on 2 persons in each room with full Irish breakfast and taxes included.
  • Romantic Horse & Carriage Ride through Killarney National Park included.
  • Price includes Romantic Cruise on the Lakes of Killarney (Available/Included May to September).
  • Personal Irish Tourism Touring Guide & Discount vouchers to hundreds of Ireland’s attractions included.
  • The Combination package includes 6 Nights in 3*** Hotels, 2 nights in Luxury Manor House Hotels, 1 night in Dromoland Castle & 3 Nights in our hand-picked B&B's.
  • Children Sharing with 2 adults (aged 2-11) pay 40% of the Adult option.
  • Children under the age of 2 are free when sharing with 2 Adults.
  • Your Accommodation & Car Rental Package rate includes an Economy class car eg., Opel Corsa or Fiat Punto.
  • Included with your car is all compulsory insurances - Collision Damage Waiver insurance (CDW with an excess/deductible), theft protection insurance, location fee of €30, Road fund tax, sales tax at 13.5%, unlimited free mileage, third party liability insurance, 24 hour peace of mind break down cover.

Private Chauffeur Option Available For This Tour

  • Enjoy the services of an experienced and friendly driver guide
  • Luxury vehicles so you get to travel in style and comfort
  • Take the stress out of driving on unfamiliar and sometime narrow roads
  • With our knowledgeable drivers you see more in less time
  • You get to see the scenery instead of worrying about crashing into it!
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Prices in other currencies are indicative only. Please note that we charge in Euro.

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