3 DAYS IN DUBLIN

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Dublin is the capital of Ireland. Dublin is in the province of Leinster on Ireland's east coast, at the mouth of the River Liffey.Founded as a viking settlement, the Kingdom of Dublinbecame Ireland's principal city following the Norman invasion. The city expanded rapidly from the 17th century and was briefly the second largest city in the British Empire before the act of union in 1800. Following the partition of Ireland in 1922, Dublin became the capital of the Irish Free State and later the Republic of Ireland.Dublin is administered by a City Council. The city is listed by the Globalization and World Cities Research Network (GaWC) as a global city, with a ranking of "Alpha-", placing it among the top thirty cities in the world. It is a historical and contemporary centre for education, the arts, administration, economy and industry.

Programma vacanza

Departs: 09.00       Returns: 19.00 approx 

Adult Prices:  269€ - 289€ 

Discount Prices:  249€ - 269€

Departing: Wednesdays (May to September)

Inclusions Transportation by top of the range Mercedes minicoach for a more personal experience with a maximum of 16 passengers on tour.We believe a small group tour with a maximum of 16 passengers really does make a big difference to your trip. It allows us to give you a more personal service. Touring with a maximum of 16 passengers you get more for your money, more personal attention, more time with the locals, more time off the bus, more time on the back-roads and just more of an authentic, friendly experience. The smaller groups allow you to meet people from all over the world and make friends for life.Services of a professional driver/guide All road tolls

First dayDeparting Dublin at 09.00 you will travel north towards the border with Northern Ireland then into Belfast and the Titanic Quarter. In the afternoon experience the contrasts between the busy city and beautiful scenery of the Antrim Coast and Glens. The tour follows part of this coast from Ballycastle along to the world famous Giants’ Causeway. You will spend time exploring this area before arriving in Portrush for the night.

lunchBest Restaurants for Lunch in Dublin:

• Bits and Pizzas 15 Patrick Street, Dun Laoghaire, Dun Laoghaire Cheap Eats, Coeliac options, Italian,…

• Brasserie Sixty6 66/67 Great South Georges Street, Georges Street Brasserie, Brasserie, Brunch,… 

Second dayThe first stop will be in Derry before crossing back into the Republic of Ireland. You will now travel into County Donegal with its stunning scenery and strong Gaelic culture. The route passes Glenveagh National Park and Errigal Mountain then follows the coast through traditional fishing villages. You will spend the night in Donegal. 

Glenveagh• Glenveagh (from Irish Gleann Bheatha, meaning "glen of

the birches") is the second largest national park in Ireland.The park covers 170 square kilometres of hillside above Glenveagh Castle on the shore of Lough Veagh (Loch Ghleann Bheatha), 20 km from Gweedore in County Donegal. The network of mainly informal gardens displays a multitude of exotic and delicate plants from as far afield as Chile, Madeira and Tasmania, all sheltered by windbreaks of pine trees and ornamentalrhododendrons.

• The estate was established by John Adair, who became infamous for evicting 244 of his tenants and clearing the land so they would not spoil his view of the landscape. The gardens and castle were presented to the Irish nation in 1981 by Henry P. McIlhenny of Philadelphia who had purchased the estate in 1937.

Museums & Gallery

Get under the skin of Dublin’s colourful history through quirky and cool museums – and prepare to be enchanted. Dublin proudly parades its art and culture, both historical and contemporary in numerous wonderful museums. Along with the National Gallery, the National museum and IMMA, there are many fine private collections. The range of art and artefacts is enormous, ensuring any visitor will be enthralled for hours.

LUNCH BREAK• The Quay Street Kitchen#1 of 335 restaurants in Galway 408 reviews“Excellent Restaurant, One Quibble” “Gluten-Free Options, Delicious Foo...” Cuisines: European, Irish.

• Oscar's Seafood Bistro #2 of 335 restaurants in Galway 417 reviews“Very good food and service.” “Real seafood dinners.” Price: 9 € - 46 €• Raw Sushi In The Sky #3 of 335 restaurants in Galway 63 reviews “Chic”  “First timer” Price: 7 € - 30 € Cuisines: Japanese

Shopping

As our  insider Guide to Shopping  shows, Dublin’s a prime location for a spot of retail therapy, and it’s easy to see why.

Because the city centre’s so compact, you can pack in a great day’s shopping on foot, and a short bus or LUAS trip

opens up even more choice in our many suburban shopping centres.

The main city centre shopping areas are Grafton St and Henry St.  Both are located roughly the same distance from

O’Connell Bridge, with Grafton St. to the South, and Henry St. to the North. They are about ten to fifteen minutes on foot from one another so you can cover both in one afternoon.