A county with an ancient and colourful heritage, boasting a delightful scenic mix of mountains, valleys, flora, fauna, stunning beaches, scenic villages and pretty harbours dotted around the coast. Our base for exploring this delightful region is the cosmopolitan county town of Wexford. Founded by the Vikings and developed by the Normans, it retains something of its earlier character with lots of interesting narrow streets and a long attractive quayside.

ITINERARY

• Day One: Early departure to Holyhead for the Stena HSS fast ferry to Ireland. From here we continue through the Wicklow Mountains to the monastic site at Glendalough, then on to Wexford and the Talbot Hotel.
• Day Two: A day at leisure to relax and explore Wexford.
• Day Three: A visit to Waterford City with an optional tour of the famous Waterford Crystal Factory. On then to the delightful medieval town of Kilkenny with its magnificent castle and excellent craft workshops.
• Day Four: Half day to New Ross, an interesting town with narrow medieval streets and unique floating attractions including the Dunbrody Emigrant Ship.
• Day Five: We leave Wexford and travel to the city of Dublin where we have some free time before returning to Dun Laoghaire for the late afternoon HSS sailing to Holyhead and home to North Wales.