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Spirit of the Mournes

Mon 14 - Fri 18 Sep 2026 A Holiday to Ireland with Johnsons Coaches

Monday 14th – Friday 18th September 2026

Step into the rhythm of Northern Ireland, where the dramatic Mourne Mountains provide the backdrop for Irish dancing with the principal dancer of ‘Lord of the Dance’ at the oldest coaching inn. Enjoy a visit to the only Northern Irish Royal residence, let us guide you through the breathtaking landscape and savour the taste of local chocolate.

Look What’s Included

Door to Door Service
Our own courier service
Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom
Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks
4 nights half board
Outlined Excursions

Not Included: All lunches not mentioned.

Monday

We travel to Holyhead and the early afternoon sailing to Dublin. On arrival in Dublin, we head directly to our hotel in Newry for dinner and our 4-night stay.

Tuesday

Josephine Brennan King, a world-renowned Principal Dancer and Dance Captain of 'Lord of the Dance', invites you to experience the living tradition of crossroads dancing at Denvir's Inn, the oldest coaching inn in Ireland, established in 1642. After a light lunch, we visit Newcastle, a charming seaside town with golden beach and the Mourne Mountains as its backdrop.

Wednesday

Today we visit Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Northern Ireland's only Royal residence. If walls could talk they would whisper secrets of discussions that changed the world. See State Rooms once visited by Benjamin Franklin and Queen Elizabeth II, and visit the Drawing Room where the Good Friday Agreement was signed. We also include time in Belfast, Northern Ireland's proud capital.

Thursday

Our expert local guide leads a captivating tour of the unspoilt beauty of the Mourne Mountains, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We also include a delectable chocolate tasting at NearyNogs, a family business using only ethically-sourced ingredients.

Friday

Departing after breakfast we catch the afternoon ferry to Holyhead and homeward bound.

4* Canal Court Hotel, Newry

Facility Symbols: 4-Star * En Suite Bedrooms * TV * Hairdryer * Hospitality Tray * Lift * Indoor Pool

Located in the heart of Newry, the 4 star Canal Court Hotel & Spa offers a prime central location with uninterrupted views of Ireland’s oldest man-made canal. Enjoy comfort and style in one of the 110 spacious rooms, each furtnished with bespoke pieces. Dine at the award winning Old Mill Restaurant with its paneled walls and enjoy the hotel’s leisure facilities.

Supplements:

Single Room: £120

Holiday Insurance: £46

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

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