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The Southern Rocker Tour is the perfect short break for those of you with a longing for some country air and a pint of the black stuff, but with only a few days to travel.

A real authentic Irish experience awaits you on this whirlwind tour through the biggest and brightest the Republic of Ireland has to offer.
Dangle upside down form Blarney Castle in hope of the 'gift of the gab', experience a real rural Irish disco in the party town of Killarney. Immerse yourself in nature on the serene Dingle Peninsula with its beaches, coastline and cliff face walks. Jig the night away in Irelands traditional music capital - Doolin. Be blown away at the dizzying heights of the Cliffs of Moher before delving into Ireland's ancient mythical past at Pól na Brone Dolmen. Faires and leprechaunss wait to be found in the lunar landscape of the burren, Enjoy a tipple of 'usice beatha' at Lockes Distillery as well as a stop or two for some Guinness sampling along the way!
Please note that as from the 1st of January this trip will be overnighting at the following places:

Free Time

• An unforgettable night of storytelling, dancing adn shenanigans in the party town of Kilarney
• Walk along the Atlantic coast in the beautiful village of Doolin

Free Stuff *

• Mitchelstown Caves
• Blarney Castle
• Cliffs of Moher
• All ferry charges
• Traditional Irish 'session'

* Please be aware that free stuff applies to 2010 departures only.

Accommodation

Accommodation is guaranteed on all trips - we reserve the beds and you pay as you go. The price is between €18 and €22 per person per night in shared dorm accommodation.

Itinerary

Day 1: Dublin - Killarney
Leaving Dublin City passing the river Liffey. Travel through the Curragh Ireland’s famous racecourse. Pass through Co. Kildare, home of the Irish national stud (farm!). Wonder at the dramatic spectacle of the Rock of Cashel, a church fortress overlooking the fertile plains of Munster. Be inspired by the tower of Babel formation in the Mitchelstown Caves. Pass through the peoples Republic of Cork. Blarney Castle – explore this magical castle and get the gift of the scab (sorry! …gab). Eloquent speech and fairy lore. Our overnight stop is the bustling town of Killarney, surrounded by Killarney National Park and the famous lakes.
 
Day 2: Killarney - Doolin
This morning we head to the charming and colourful fishing town of Dingle – Spot the dolphin ‘Fungi’ from the shore. Take in the spectacular views along the Dingle peninsular, a magical place of unique beauty, beaches, stonewalls and Irish speakers! Spot the Sleeping Giant and the Three Sisters as you walk on the edge of the ancient world! Heading north on our ferry crossing of the mighty River Shannon keep your eyes peeled for dolphins. On to Lahinch the surfing capital of Ireland. Enjoy the dramatic views at the Cliffs of Moher- the most famous cliffs in Europe. We stay in a hostel on the Atlantic coast in Doolin – the home of traditional Irish music.

Day 3: Doolin - Dublin
 Today we explore the ‘Burren’ Plateau, a barren limestone landscape. Hear tall tales of warriors and wrenches at Pól na Brone Dolmen before cleansing your soul your at Clonmacnoise, an ancient monastic city on the shores of the Shannon. We end our adventure at one of the oldest licensed whiskey distilleries in the world!! Then back to Dublin (The Fair City)
*Tours occasional run in reverse

Tour cost