This tour offers a fantastic blend of cultural immersion and musical enchantment, led by the talented Mairéad and friends, as you explore Ireland’s stunning landscapes such as Sliabh Liag, Tory Island and the Cliffs of Moher, historic sites, and vibrant cities, all while enjoying traditional tunes and stories, making it a truly unforgettable experience.
Highlights
- Ennis
- Afternoon tea at Markree Castle
- Sliabh Liag Cliffs
- Tweed Visitor Centre in Ardara
- Tory Island
- Galway ‘City of the Tribes’
- Cliffs of Moher
- Doolin
Inclusions & Extras
- Accompanied throughout by Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh
- Donegal, Clare, Sligo & Galway
- 7 nights .. intimate group
- Luxury 4* accommodation & coach transport
- Including 2 nights in our very own Castle
- Private daily ‘mini concerts’ with Mairéad & friends
- Full Irish breakfast daily & 5 group dinners
- Porterage for 1 suitcase per person
- Spectacular sightseeing on Wild Atlantic Way
April 20 | Arrive in Ireland
- Meet at The Old Ground in Ennis, Clare
- Meet & greet – and a few tunes with Mairéad & friends
- Stay at 4* Old Ground Hotel, Ennis
April 21 | Tour of Ennis
- Full Irish Breakfast at The Old Ground Hotel
- Guided walking tour of Ennis
- Depart for County Sligo and Markree Castle
- Group dinner in Markree Castle
- Music experience with Mairéad in the chapel at Markree
- Stay at the 4* Markree Castle, Sligo
April 22 | Mullaghmore and Afternoon Tea
- Full Irish Breakfast at Markree Castle
- Gentle stroll along the rugged Mullaghmore Head, Sligo
- Afternoon Tea in Markree Castle
- Chill out and explore the Castle and grounds
- Evening tunes in the Castle
- Group dinner in Markree Castle
- Stay at the 4* Markree Castle, Sligo
April 23 | Sliabh Liag Cliffs
- Full Irish Breakfast at Markree Castle
- Visit the spectacular Sliabh Liag Cliffs
- Stop off at the Tweed Visitor Centre in Ardara
- Early evening session in Leo’s tavern
- Group dinner in the heart of the Donegal Gaeltacht
- Stay at 4* An Chúirt Hotel , Gaoth Dobhair
April 24 | Tory Island
- Full Irish Breakfast at An Chúirt Hotel,
- Boat trip to Tory Island
- Songs and tunes on Tory Island
- Intimate session with Mairéad at Teac Hiudaí Beag
- Stay at 4* An Chúirt Hotel , Gaoth Dobhair
April 25 | Galway
- Full Irish Breakfast at An Chúirt Hotel,
- Stop off at The Michael Coleman Centre in Gorteen
- Depart for medieval city of Galway .. ‘The City of The Tribes’
- Explore Galway .. music / culture / history / shopping
- Afternoon tunes in Galway
- Group Dinner
- Stay at The 4* Falls Hotel & Spa, Ennistymon
April 26 | Doolin
- Full Irish Breakfast at The Falls Hotel, Ennistymon
- Visit Cliffs of Moher .. The most visited attraction on WAW
- Afternoon tunes & stories in Doolin
- Group Dinner and farewell music session
- Stay at The 4* Falls Hotel & Spa, Ennistymon
April 27 | Return Home
- Full Irish Breakfast at The Falls Hotel, Ennistymon
- Transport to Ennis and Shannon Airport
(For all Trans-Atlantic flights, we recommend that you are at the airport 3 hours before departure).