The monastery in Ardmore was founded in the 5th century. It is located in the seaside village near Waterford and is commonly known as Saint Declan’s Monastery. It is an interesting stop on any tours of Ireland. The monastery became a Cathedral in 1152. The round tower was built...
Derry is a city in Ireland. It is the second largest in Northern Ireland, surpassed only by Belfast. It is worth a stop on any tours of Ireland to see the city walls. Those walls were never breached and the city is known as the “maiden city”. The...
While this town is known mainly for its crystal, there are a number of other sites to visit. It is worth a stop on any tours of Ireland, even if you do not want crystal! The first settlers were the Danes, under the leadership of Sitric. They founded...
This is a small island off the coast at Sligo. It is a true hidden gem on any tours of Ireland. Though there is a boat journey, which can be rough, to get to the island. The island has a well-preserved monastery. The monastery is said to have been...
At Ireland and Scotland Luxury Tours we have a great nine/ten-day trip around Ireland. We start with two nights at the Westbury in Dublin. This allows you to explore the city and see places like the library at Trinity College and Christchurch Cathedral. You can experience Temple Bar...