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St Patrick’s Day in Dublin & Ireland’s Ancient East

There’s something for everyone on this spectacular tour, centred around the St. Patrick's Day celebrations in Dublin. Medieval towns, natural beauty, parades and parties make for an Irish experience you’ll never forget. We begin our tour in Ireland’s oldest city, Waterford, where we spend time taking in the city’s charming medieval character. We then travel to Dublin and enjoy a day celebrating St. Patrick's Day. After a full day of partying, enjoy a relaxing day, either at your hotel or on our optional excursion to Kilkenny. Our tour comes to an end with a visit to the wonderful Wicklow Mountains and the two lakes of Glendalough.

Tour Includes

  • 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
  • 5 evening meals
  • Convenient regional joining points

6 days from £949pp

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Itinerary

Please choose your preferred 6 day itinerary

Regional departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to Holyhead for the ferry to Ireland, and onward to our hotel for a five-night stay.

Includes Dinner

Included excursion to Waterford, the oldest city in Ireland, first visited by the Vikings in 852AD. The walled city has retained much of its medieval character, together with the graceful buildings from its 18th century expansion – Reginald's Tower is the most historic urban medieval monument in Ireland.

The elegant Chamber of Commerce building, the City Hall and the Bishop's Palace are prime examples of beautiful 18th century architecture and the parameters of the 10th century settlement can be clearly identified in The Viking Triangle.

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Includes Dinner

Included Highlights

Waterford

Included visit to Dublin to join the party atmosphere with the sparkling St Patrick’s Day Parade. Enjoy the marching bands, dancing troupes, military processions and street entertainers doing what the Irish do best – providing great entertainment!

Be sure to get a St Patrick’s Day drink of the ‘Black Stuff’ in Temple Bar or one of the many other homely Dublin taverns and, of course, see the city’s main highlights, including Trinity College and the Ha’penny Bridge.

Includes Breakfast

Includes Dinner

Included Highlights

Dublin St Patrick's Day St Patrick's Day

Join our included, scenic drive into the Wicklow Mountains, admiring the rugged wilderness before making a stop at a typical Irish country pub.

We visit the valley of the two lakes, Glendalough, celebrated equally for its beauty and for its historical and archaeological interests. We end the day in the town of ‘Ballykissangel’ fame, Avoca.

Includes Breakfast

Includes Dinner

Included Highlights

Avoca Wicklow Mountains

Enjoy a day to relax or join our optional excursion to the attractive city of Kilkenny on the banks of the River Nore, with its Elizabethan architecture and winding passages and lanes. Kilkenny has a fascinating medieval history and a thriving crafts industry. See the magnificent 12th century Kilkenny Castle which overlooks the River Nore and the Kilkenny Design Craft Centre home to a selection of Irish hand-crafted gifts in the city. You have free time to explore the town at leisure, perhaps you would like to visit the castle.

Includes Breakfast

Includes Dinner

Optional Excursions

Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.

  2026 2027
Kilkenny 2026 £25 2027 £28

This optional excursion is available to pre-book or you can book during your tour.

To Holyhead, then home.

Includes Breakfast*

*Depending on departure time, breakfast on Day 6 may be on the ferry.

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Accommodation

You will stay for five nights in the 4-star Seven Oaks Hotel or 4-star Woodford Dolmen Hotel in Carlow, or similar.

Seven Oaks

The Seven Oaks hotel is in the centre of Carlow. The hotel has a 20-metre swimming pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi. It also has a fitness suite, bar and restaurant.

Hotel Facilities

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General
  • English Speaking Staff
  • 4 Star
  • Guest Lounge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lift
  • Indoor and Outdoor Swimming Pool (Seasonal)
  • Central Location
Room
  • TV
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Extra Pillows and Blankets
  • Safe Box
  • Air Conditioning
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Telephone
  • Free Wifi
  • Iron or Trouser Press
Accessibility
  • Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
  • Disabled Rooms Available
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Rooms on Request
Food & Drink
  • Vegetarian Meals
  • Gluten Free Menu
  • Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
  • Vegan Menu
Service
  • Room Service Available
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Laundry Service
  • Gym
Transport
  • Bus Stop Nearby
  • Train / Tram Nearby
Hotel
  • English Speaking Staff
  • Guest Lounge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lift
  • WiFi Available

Travel Options

When it comes to getting you to your destination, Leger Holidays makes it easy with a selection of travel options to choose from.

Silver Service

From the attentive service to the carefully considered features, our Silver Service coaches create an atmosphere that is both friendly and memorable, bringing people together. Experience the difference – refined travel, shared moments, and lasting comfort.

  • Designed for Socialising A stylish and spacious rear lounge offers a sophisticated and private place to unwind, where conversation flows easily and friendships are made along the journey.
  • Privacy Board An innovative privacy screen creates a calm retreat away from the rest of the coach, giving you the choice to enjoy quiet seclusion while you socialise with fellow passengers.
  • Tables with Cup Holders Thoughtfully designed cabinets with secure cup holders mean refreshments are always within easy reach, adding both practicality and polish to your travel experience.

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Drinks Served on Board
WC and Washroom
Climate Control
Reclining Seats
Deluxe Seating
Deluxe, Wider, Armchair-style Seating
Adjustable Armrests
Flexible Footrests
Extra Legroom
Superior Seat Pitch
Double Seats
Single Seats
Face-to-Face Seats with Tables
Personal Tables
Spacious Rear Lounge
At-seat Entertainment
USB Points and Plug Sockets
Communal, Drop-down TV Screens
Onboard Wi-Fi

Silver Service Features

Deluxe design

Specially designed, luxurious seats enhanced with leather headrests deliver superior support, blending comfort with a premium finish.

Space to stretch out

Enjoy the luxury of generous legroom that goes far beyond standard coach travel, giving you the freedom to settle in with ease and stretch out fully.

Spacious rear lounge

Designed for socialising, the spacious rear lounge offers a stylish retreat with privacy screens, handy tables and cup holders – perfect for relaxing, chatting and enjoying the journey.

Thoughtful touches that make a difference

A carefully maintained interior climate and soft ambient lighting ensure the coach always feels comfortable, welcoming and perfectly suited for a relaxing journey.

Reviews

5 Out of 5 ( 2 Reviews )

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andy lee, 2 years ago

An amazing trip over too quick. Seven Oaks hotel was very nice, good staff, set food menu but all was perfect for the three courses we had each day, breakfast choice was great and couldn't fault anything, room was perfect. Staying in Carlow was again brilliant, some good bars and places to go. The trip going to Waterford, Wicklow Mountains (Jonnie Foxes Pub!),and the best Dublin for St.Patrick's day which again added to the whole trip experience. Our driver Nigel and his wife Liz were above and beyond for everything, knew the areas well and they just made the holiday extra special, a credit to Leger holidays! We will defo use Leger for another trip and we probably book this same trip again.

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Karen Jones, 2 years ago

Great time will go again

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