27 Sep - 1 Oct 27: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Ireland with Johnsons Coaches staying at Arklow Bay Hotel
Book NowMonday 27th September 2027 Friday 1st October 2027
5 Days
From £969
Discover the beauty of Wicklow, the Garden of Ireland, on this relaxing escorted break based at the Arklow Bay Hotel. Enjoy colourful gardens, traditional craft, Irish heritage and grand historic houses, with visits including Mount Usher Gardens, Avoca Handweavers Mill, the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens, Lullymore Heritage Centre and Russborough House. With scenic journeys, included excursions and time in pretty Enniskerry, this holiday offers a charming taste of Irelands countryside, culture and warm hospitality.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
Explore beautiful Mount Usher Gardens
Tour Avoca Handweavers Mill
Visit the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens
Discover Lullymore Heritage Centre and Discovery Park
Enjoy Russborough House and picturesque Enniskerry
27 Sep 27
£969
Single Room(Initial): £147
Single Room(Additional): £198
Insurance: £40
Prices are per person and for the entire holiday
Day One: Arrival
Departing Henley, we travel to Holyhead, and take the ferry over to Dublin, then onwards to Arklow; our base for the next 4 nights.
Day Two
We begin at Mount Usher Gardens, a tranquil riverside garden filled with mature trees and seasonal planting. This afternoon we visit Avoca Handweavers Mill for a fascinating tour of Ireland's famous weaving heritage.
Day Three
Today we enjoy a private tour at the Irish National Stud and time to admire the Japanese Gardens. Later, we continue to Lullymore Heritage Centre and Discovery Park to discover Ireland's rich peatland heritage.
Day Four
We head to Russborough House for a guided tour, followed by free time to explore its 200 acres of scenic parkland. On our return to the hotel, we pause in the charming village of Enniskerry.
Day Five
After breakfast, we head to Dublin, and take the ferry back to Holyhead, arriving back at Henley later in the evening.
Arklow Bay Hotel
Overlooking the lakeside wildlife reserve, the Arklow Bay hotel is situated in the heart of County Wicklow, Ireland's garden county. Set in idyllic grounds the hotel offers 91 tastefully decorated bedrooms and is the ideal base to explore and discover all County Wicklow has to offer. Rating 4: The hotel generally offers good access throughout, with a lift serving all floors.
HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE
En-Suite * TV * Hair Dryer * Wi-Fi * Tea & Coffee Making Facilities * Indoor Pool * Gymnasium * Lift
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES
Door to Door Service
Our own courier service
4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast
Luxury Traveller Coach with First Class seating & legroom
USB charging point & Wi-Fi onboard
Complimentary hot and cold drinks on board
Mount Usher Gardens admission
Avoca Handweavers Mill
Private tour of Stud Farm & Irish Racehorse Experience at Irish National Stud
Admission to Lullymore Heritage & Discovery park, Rathangan
Guided tour of Russborough House, Blessington
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Henley in Arden Depot | Park & Ride, Johnsons Depot Liveridge House Liveridge Hill, Henley in Arden |
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