Wine Tasting event

We've two exclusive Wine tasting events for you this autumn.

Organised in partnership with Wine & Beer Supermarket, We’ll have experts onboard from different regions and vineyards. It's the perfect opportunity to taste old favourites and get advice on the best of what is new.

And with generous allowances book your place on our sailings on 28th September or 12th October and stock up on wines and beers for the autumn and winter season.

These popular Wine Tasting Events fill up fast so book early to secure your spot from €448 car +2 + cabin return.

 

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You can book a maximum number of 9 passengers. For bookings of over 9 passengers, please call us on +44 (0)3717 300 400 or +353 (0) 818 300 400.

 
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    We accept bookings for vans used for non-commercial purposes up to 6m long and 2.6m high. Any van or vehicle, regardless of size, carrying goods or equipment for commercial purposes, should book through our Freight Commercial Team. In the event of an incorrect disclosure, Irish Ferries reserve the right to re-price the booking and collect any excess, including VAT, at check-in.

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Terms & Conditions:

  • Access to the wine tasting is for customers departing Dublin on 28th September or 12th October.
  • Fare based on 2 adults staying in a 2 bed inner cabin travelling together with their car.
  • Fares are subject to availability. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or discount. Terms & Conditions apply.
  • Charges, administrative dues and all fees are fixed amounts and are excluded from discounts and promotional offers.
  • In the event that the outward leg is not travelled Irish Ferries reserve the right to cancel the entire booking applying the appropriate cancellation fees
  • Irish Ferries are responsible for the travel element of this mini-cruise, and cannot take responsibility for arrangements made with the wine retailers / growers onboard.

Participating Winegrowers - 28th September

Christophe Decours

Christophe Decours representing Maison Paul Jaboulet Aîné. Jaboulet are one of the most important growers and negociants in the Rhône Valley as well as Château Lagune in the Haut-Médoc region of Bordeaux.

Loïc Reymond

From Georges Vigouroux, are reputed owners in the lovely Cahors region of south-west France where the magnificent Malbec grape dominates

Luc & Valentin Bertrand

 

Luc and his son Valentin will be presenting some gorgeous estate wines from Domaine Charles Pain in Chinon, Château la Grave in Minervois as well as 2 delicious rosé wines from sunny Provence.

Karin Nylund

this wine exporter who works and lives in Spain, will present some lovely wines from Valencia, la Rioja, as well as a Portuguese Alvarinho.

François Ozouf

Representing Famille Fabre, family owned and leading organic wine estates in the Languedoc area of France.

Chris BULLIMORE and Lael Tarade

Well known wine merchant from WBS, will showcase the Olivier Lacour brand of brilliant value single varietal wines from near Carcassonne in the sunny south.

Plan Your Trip

Hotels & Chateaux Getaways

Full of character and ideally located to visit the fascinating tourist spots a stay in a Hotel or Chateaux is perfect for a France short break. Prices start from €634 for a two night stay including return car ferry. Contact our holidays team at holidays@irishferries.com for details

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Pierre & Vacances Resort

We’re delighted to offer Pierre & Vacances resorts from €597 including return ferry crossing. Choose from locations to suit everyone, countryside, seaside and mountains too. Contact our expert team at holidays@irishferries.com for our best price.

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Shop & Save with tax free shopping

Treat yourself before you sail with our Click & Collect service. Ideal for last minute holiday shopping or that perfect gift and best of all it will be waiting on board for you.

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Ship & Ports

  • W.B. Yeats
  • Dublin Port
  • Cherbourg Port

Travel in style onboard W.B. Yeats
Dublin to Cherbourg

The majestic W.B. Yeats follows the Irish Ferries tradition of honouring great Irish literary figures. Having joined our fleet in 2019, it offers an enviable cruise-style travel experience. Guests are also invited to enjoy the ‘Lady Gregory Restaurant’ and the ‘Maud Gonne Bar & Lounge’. Other facilities include a Club Class lounge, self-service restaurant, cinema and shopping.

 

 

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What's Onboard

  • Welcome reception area 
  • New Click & Collect
  • Waiter service restaurant
  • Self service dining 
  • Cafe / Bar 
  • Club Class Lounge 
  • Free Wifi (T&C's Apply)
  • En-suite air conditioned cabins
  • Luxury suites with private balconies 

*Selected Bars and Restaurants may be closed at certain times of the year.

Explore this ship

Dublin

Move easily from vibrant city-centre life to the peaceful tranquillity of its charming coastal villages in less than 30 minutes. You’ll sample art, culture and nightlife in a bustling city that’s easy to get around, before immersing yourself in nature and heritage on its stunning outskirts. Why not embark on a hike or a cycle in the soaring Dublin mountains?

Dublin Ferryport is situated 2 miles from the centre of Ireland's vibrant capital city.

It’s also positioned at the heart of Ireland’s road and rail network. Dublin Port Tunnel is situated within the port complex & provides quick access to the M50 & M1 motorways, the main routes to the North and South of the country.

A public bus service operates from the terminal building to the main bus station in Dublin City Centre.

Dublin Port Directions

The GPS co-ordinates for Dublin are: 53.3479, -6.1954

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Cherbourg

Cherbourg is situated at the Northern tip of the Cherbourg Peninsula and provides an excellent gateway for travel by road to and from the North and East of France, Paris, and onwards to Holland, Belgium and Germany.

The city's railway station is at the end of the line from Paris and regular services operate to and from Paris-Saint-Lazare via Cae

Cherbourg Port Directions

The GPS co-ordinates for Cherbourg are: 49.6462, -1.6114

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