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Take your car to Ireland Book Now WATERFORD CRYSTALLocated on The Mall, overlooking the historic district of the Viking Triangle in Waterford City, visitors to the globally renowned House of Waterford Crystal can learn the history and stories behind one of Ireland’s most iconic brands. Marvel at the skill of master craftsmen on a Factory Tour that showcases all stages in the creation of this fine crystal.Following the tour, browse the largest showcase of Waterford Crystal in the world including...

Take your car to Ireland Book Now Cavan Burren ParkLocated outside the village of Blacklion in Co Cavan, Cavan Burren Park, a limestone plateau, is one of the finest prehistoric landscapes in Ireland where visitors can discover megalithic tombs, stone walls, ancient rock art, glacial erratics and pre-bog walls through the newly-established Cavan Burren Park Visitor Centre. The Visitor Centre provides information on the geological, archaeological, mythological and natural history of this intrigu...

Take your car to Ireland Book Now GlendaloughDiscover the valley of Glendalough amidst the purple mountains and rolling boglands of the Wicklow Mountains National Park. Once the solitary retreat of St. Kevin in the 6th century, this spiritual site expanded into a cathedral, six churches and a round tower. Viking and Norman invasions have left their mark, reducing these iconic buildings to ruins but the round tower still stands tall. Lace up your walking shoes and ramble around Glendalough’s twi...

Take your car to Ireland Book Now Viking TriangleVikings – wild Scandinavian wayfarers - first arrived in Ireland in the 8th century. They looted Ireland's monasteries, battled its kings and made off with priceless treasures, religious artefacts, and with Irish people as slaves.The Viking Triangle connects Waterford, Kilkenny and Wexford. Routes connecting these three locations make for some great driving trips, ranging from the cities themselves to all the rivers, beaches, festivals, castles a...

Take your car to Ireland Book Now King John's CastleKing John's Castle is an 800+ year old Military Castle located in Limerick City on the banks of the River Shannon. It features a state-of-the-art interpretative centre which allows visitors to explore and discover over 800 years of King John's Castle and Limerick City’s dramatic history all through Touch-screen technology. In peak season there are costumed characters including stonemason, blacksmith, soldiers and siege women telling tales of s...

Take your car to Ireland Book Now DAY 1 Kenmare to Bantry: 165km (120 miles)Bid Kenmare goodbye and venture towards the Beera Pennisula, one of the wildest features of the Wild Atlantic Way. Plunging cliffs and soaring jagged hills dot this rugged landscape which is home to wiley locals who live in colourful houses. Explore the Allihies Copper Mine Museum before travelling on to Dursey island, a peculiar attraction that boasts Ireland’s only cable car. A perfect picnic spot, the island is easil...

Introducing.. Irish Ferries Loyalty Programme Join today and start collecting straight away. It's our way of saying thanks for choosing to travel with us.JOIN IRISH FERRIES CLUB About Irish Ferries Club Irish Ferries Club is our loyalty programme to reward our customers, and the benefits start when you book and travel with us on all our routes. Discover More Using Irish Ferries Club Once Irish Ferries Club members have travelled on an Irish Ferries booking, they receive points which can be used...

Take your car to Ireland Book Now DAY 1 Donegal to Sligo town: 100km (62 miles)Set off from Donegal town and journey southbound to Mullaghmore with its spectacular headland walk, unspoiled beach and sleepy fishing harbour. Continue on to Yeat’s country and discover why the Nobel Laureate winning poet was inspired by this wildly beautiful landscape. Visit his grave at Drumcliff under the dramatic backdrop of Benbulben Mountain and hire a boat to relive his famous poem ‘The Lake Isle of Innisfree...

Take your car to Ireland Book Now DAY 1 Loop Head to Tralee: 167km (103 miles)Voted “The Best Place to Holiday in Ireland” by Irish Times readers, Loop Head has so much to offer. On a good day at the lighthouse you can see from the Blasket Islands in County Kerry to the Twelve Bens in Connemara. By night, it’s a magical, unforgettable experience. Meet the local dolphins with Dolphinwatch and uncover the fascinating story behind the “Little Ark” at Moneen Church before catching the ferry to Kerr...

Take your car to Ireland Book Now DAY 1 Westport to Clifden: 164km (101 miles)Start the day with a morning’s hike up Croagh Patrick with the most spectacular views across Clew Bay and beyond. Head west to the fjord of Killary Harbour where you can enjoy canoeing, gorge walking and archery with Connemara Adventure Tours. Hop from Letterfrack to Clifton and on to Roundstone, keeping your ears peeled for local legends and ancient mythology. Silver lakes, purple mountains and orange fields make thi...