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West Cork's Wild Atlantic Way

Sun 6 - Sat 12 Sep 2026 A Holiday to West Cork Ireland with Johnsons Coaches

Sunday 6th – Saturday 12th September 2026

Based in Clonakilty in West Cork, the Clonakilty Park Hotel provides an excellent base from which to explore this beautiful corner of Ireland. Visit the colourful towns and beautiful beaches of the south coast, the Cork stretch of the Wild Atlantic Way and the vibrant cultural city of Cork.

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
Return Irish Ferry crossings
6 nights half board
A visit to the Bantry House
A boat trip to Garnish Island
A visit to Blarney Castle

Not included: All lunches.

Sunday

To Pembroke for our crossing to Rosslare, then on to the Brandon House Hotel in New Ross (3-Star) for our overnight stay.

Monday

After breakfast travel to County Cork with a visit to Cobh, the final port of call for the Titanic before she met her fate in 1912. On then to Clonakilty and the Clonakilty Park Hotel, your base for 4 nights.

Tuesday

A scenic journey via Mizen Head to Bantry for time at leisure, but not before a visit to Bantry House and its impressive treasures. On then to the harbour town of Glengariff for a boat trip to Garnish Island where visitors will see the effects of its unique micro-climate and possibly its colony of seals.

Wednesday

Today is at leisure to enjoy the facilities at the hotel and this friendly town. A leisurely walk will find you in the town centre with access to Clonakilty Distillery, West Cork Model Railway Village and Michael Collins House Museum. For the more adventurous, why not visit the Clonakilty Blackpudding Visitor Centre, who make the most popular black pudding in Ireland with their secret recipe

Thursday

Visit the vibrant city of Cork for shopping and sightseeing amongst the colourful buildings on the banks of the River Lee. Visit the famous English Market selling Cork's artisan produce and see the spectacular Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral. This afternoon visit Blarney Castle and for those wishing to kiss the famous Blarney Stone.

Friday

Head across Ireland towards Dublin for our final night at the Clayton Hotel in Leopardstown.

Saturday

Breakfast today is included on board our return sailing back to Holyhead where upon arrival we continue homeward.

3* Clonakilty Park Hotel, Clonakilty

Facility Symbols: 3-Star * En Suite Bedrooms * TV * Hairdryer * Hospitality Tray *Lift * Indoor Pool

On the outskirts of the heritage town of Clonakilty, this is a great base for exploring the stunning beauty of West Cork on the Wild Atlantic Way. The hotel has lovely leisure facilities, including 20 metre pool, and even its own on-site cinema.

Supplements:

Single Room: £174

Holiday Insurance: £92

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

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

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