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Cruising Ireland on the River Shannon

SHANNON PRINCESS - CRUISING ON THE LOWER SHANNON- BARGING IN IRELAND

The waterways of IrelandTHE 10 PASSENGER SHANNON PRINCESS II is the largest luxury hotel barge cruising the Lower Shannon. Newly commissioned in 2003, her thoughtfully designed interior includes twin or double beds with lough views, a comfortable saloon, dining area and full length sun deck. Her experienced Captain and crew go out of their way to ensure your every need is accommodated. Your chef was trained at the Ballymaloe School and distinguishes herself at every meal with signature dishes such as parcels of wild salmon, roast of spring lamb, variations of shellfish stew with fresh herbs and of course, a grand selection of desserts.

FEATURES 107' long 5 Twin/Double Suites Centrally Heated Panoramic Windows Beautiful Sundeck

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SAMPLE ITINERARY
Shannon Princess bargeDAY 1 - Sunday: Dublin - Athlone Guests shall be met at 3.00pm at the Aberdeen Lodge, a Dublin city centre hotel and transferred by coach to the Shannon Princess at her charming castleside mooring in the heart of Athlone. Athlone is a flourishing riverside and garrison town dating from the 13th. Century. Your Captain and his crew welcome you onboard the delightful Shannon Princess with champagne, black velvets or Irish coffees!

ClonmacnoisDAY 2 - Monday: Athlone to Banagher The Shannon Princess descends through Athlone Lock and heads south through Europe's richest example of idyllic Callow landscape. The countryside has little changed in over 1000 years. This is one of Ireland's premier wildfowl reserves. We moor at Clonmacnoise, a famed 6th.Century University and early Christian settlement. After a visit to the interpretive centre we lunch onboard enroute to Banagher arriving mid-afternoon to this typical Irish riverside town. A short bus ride to the narrow gauge bog railway where you will get a fascinating insight to the unique boglands of Ireland. Dinner onboard.

Birr CastleDAY 3 - Tuesday: Banagher to Terryglass We travel a very pretty stretch of the Shannon with an ever-changing landscape slipping by. Travelling down through Meelick lock, pausing as Portumna swing bridge is opened to allow the Shannon Princess passage onto idyllic Lough Derg. We moor at Terryglass Harbour. Time to explore this charming hamlet before an afternoon excursion to Birr Castle with its glorious landscaped gardens dating from 17th. Century and family seat of the Earls of Ross. Lunch in The Derg Inn in the village.

Galway PubDAY 4 - Wednesday: Terryglass to Galway A full day excursion to Galway City - a vibrant university city with its city centre, a labyrinth of winding medieval streets, squares and waterways, and the cultural centre for Irish speaking regions in western Ireland. People flock to Galway to experience a slice of its magic. Pulsating at the heart of the county is Galway city with its bohemian vibe. Music pubs, restaurants, shops, theatres and most of all Galway people, combine to create this atmospheric mediaeval city of culture. Visit Galway crystal and a profusion of craft and linen shops. Lunch at a traditional Guinness & oyster pub. Return to Shannon Princess for dinner.

DAY 5 - Thursday: Terryglass to MountShannon We sail south through the especially beautiful Lough Derg passing forest park and ancient mountains as we set our course for Mountshannon ­a lovely lakeside village perched above the Lough. The afternoon excursion is to a unique project set in the grounds of Craggaunowen Castle, designed to bring Bronze Age & Celtic culture to life. Also on display is a reconstructed hide boat used by Irish monks to sail to North America in the 5th Century. Dinner onboard.

River Shannon cruiseDAY 6 - Friday: MountShannon to Killaloe This morning we cruise through south Lough Derg and her many Islands rejoining the River Shannon and entering Killaloe, once home to the court of the greatest High King of Ireland Brian Boru. We moor on the Tipperary side of this elegant little town. A visit that afternoon to the famous Hunt Museum housed in Limerick City. This is a fascinating collection donated to the state by the Hunt Family . Extra optional activities in the afternoon include a visit to Tinaranna House Spa where you can pamper yourself with sauna, massage, aromatherapy and other spa services. Alternatively, your Captain can hire a private fishing boat and guide. Farewell dinner ends your cruise in style.

KillaloeDAY 7 - SATURDAY: Killaloe to Dublin Airport/City
Our leisurely trip through Ireland ends all too soon. We travel by minicaoch to Dublin's fair city, saying our goodbyes at Dublin's Aberdeen Lodge Hotel,- Sunday at 3 pm.

Shannon Princess II Ireland - the lower Shannon River

Rates are for six nights on either: A whole boat charter basis or per person based on double occupancy per cabin.
Ireland - Lower Shannon River - Shannon Princess II Accommodation

2010
Ireland - Lower Shannon River - Shannon Princess II    
Rates in USD per person    
accommodation regular route
suite 4200 Lower Shannon
single supplement 1200 Lower Shannon
charter 10 persons 39000 Lower Shannon
     
  regular  
  Sep 5,12,19,26  
2011
value  regular
  April 1, 8  May 15, 22, 29
 April 17, 24  June 5, 12, 19, 26
    July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
  August 7, 14, 21, 28
   September 4, 11, 18, 25
   October 2
 2011 value regular
Accommodation    
Suite per person 3700 4200
Single supplement 1200 1200
Charter 10 passengers whole boat 35000 39000
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