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| Galway (42 Hotels options in Galway) |  | Galway is the most prosperous city in Ireland. It has everything a major cosmopolitan city has to offer, in a more relaxed atmosphere than other big cities like Dublin or Belfast. The city is renowned for its thriving Irish Theatre, arts, music and culture scene and Galway plays host to a number of Internationally renowned festivals throughout the year. Eyre Square is Galway's best known sight. From Galway you can arrange a trip to the Aran islands, three small islands just off the coast. |
| Donegal (3 Hotels options in Donegal) |  | Situated at the mouth of Donegal Bay and overshadowed by the Bluestack Mountains, Donegal has a unique beauty. From Slieve League, the highest sea cliffs in Europe, to the miles of golden sandy beaches, the region provides activities ranging from high octane water sports to unforgettable country strolls. It is home to the O'Donnel Clan, known for its castle built in 1474. Some say that some of the most important decisions concerning Ireland's freedom were taken within the walls of this castle. |
| Londonderry (6 Hotels options in Londonderry) |  | The old 6th century walled city of Londonderry, is a centre of culture and creativity. The walls dating from the 17th century are still complete and measure 1 mile in circumference, and stand six meters thick. There are several interesting museums like the Tower Museum which tells the history of the city from prehistoric times until these days. From here you can a day trip to the Giants Causeway, a volcanic formation of thousands of hexagon rocks, situated about an hour away on the North Coast. |
| Belfast (24 Hotels options in Belfast) |  | Dating back to the Middle Ages, the second-largest city of Ireland, Belfast has a rich history. Nestled beside the River Lagan and Belfast Lough, it has a lovely setting, often called "the Hibernian Rio,"a long natural inlet ideal for the shipping trade. One of the last great oceangoing liners, the famous Titanic, was built here in the world famous Belfast Shipyard. Take a stroll and admire the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian architecture, dominated by the magnificently domed City Hall.
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| Dublin (136 Hotels options in Dublin) |  | With over 1000 years of history Dublin has experienced many changes, particularly in the last decade. European Union membership and increased prosperity have transformed Dublin into a multicultural city with a thriving economy, ranking it among the top tourist destinations in Europe. An hour walk from the top of Grafton Street, across the Liffey, up O'Connell Street, and farther into north Dublin is a walk through time and, also a glimpse of some of the pieces that must eventually fit together. |
Points of Interest:
Galway
Clifden Castle
Connemara Island
Kylemore Abbey
Cliffs of Moher
Donegal
Glenveagh National Park and Castle
Tory Island
Glebe House and Gallery
Fort Dunree Military Museum
Abbey Mill Wheels
Londonderry
cathedral of St Columb
The walls of Derry
Guild Hall
The Bogside
Tower Museum
Belfast
the castle town of Carrickfergus
Downpatrick
Old Town
Belfast Castle
Benburb Valley Park, Castle, and Heritage Centre
Carrickfergus Castle
Driving Distances:
Shannon to Galway - 55 miles / 1 hou 30 minutes
Galway to Donegal - 128 miles / 2 hours 45 minutes
Donegal to Londonderry - 46 miles / 1 hour
Londonderry to Belfast - 70 miles / 1 hour 30 minutes
Belfast to Dublin - 104 miles / 2 hours 15 minutes
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9 Days / 8 Nights
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| Suggested Itinerary Includes: |
• International round-trip airfare
2 nights in Galway
Rent a car for 9 days
1 night in Donegal
1 night in Londonderry
2 nights in Belfast
2 nights in Dublin
Breakfast Daily (where indicated in hotel)
Hotel taxes and service charges |
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