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Ireland Cruising Ireland on the River Shannon SHANNON PRINCESS - CRUISING ON THE LOWER SHANNON- BARGING IN IRELAND  THE 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 click for picture SAMPLE ITINERARY  DAY 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!  DAY 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.  DAY 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.  DAY 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. .jpg) DAY 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.  DAY 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
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