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Waterford and The Suir Valley Railway
Waterford - the oldest city in Ireland - is the perfect blend of ancient and modern; with a rich and vibrant history.
View Dates & BookThis wonderful holiday to Ireland will surely allow you to discover a treasure trove of unique attractions, experiences and delightful scenery. Join the Waterford & Suir Valley Railway for a journey along the banks of the River Suir and a visit to Mount Congreve Gardens, one of the world’s largest private gardens. Our tour includes a visit to Johnstown Castle where history dates back over 800 years, explore the turreted castle’s sumptuous interiors and connect with nature in the surrounding parkland and tree-dotted gardens
This tour includes:
· 4 nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
· Journey on the Waterford & Suir Valley Railway
· Admission to Mount Congreve Gardens
· Admission to Dunbrody Famine Ship
· Admission to Johnstown Castle
· Soup, Sandwich, Cake & Tea/Coffee at Johnstown Castle
· 1 night’s entertainment at the bar.
Extras – Admissions and meals other than those specified.
Day 1
Travel to Holyhead for our morning sea crossing to Dublin, and continue to Waterford. (4 nights stay at the Dooley's Hotel).
Day 2
A day at leisure in Waterford.
Day 3
This morning we join the Waterford & Suir Valley Railway for a beautiful journey along the banks of the River Suir. Enjoy some free time at Mount Congreve Gardens to explore and enjoy a spot of lunch.
Day 4
Our day starts with a guided tour of the Dunbrody Famine Ship, where costumed performers provide an interpretation of the famine emigrant experience, providing a unique insight into the bravery and fortitude of the Irish people, followed by an afternoon at Johnstown where we explore the turreted castle's sumptuous interiors to understand what life was like for the colourful characters who lived and worked here. Here, we enjoy a soup & sandwich lunch with tea/coffee and cake.
Day 5
Travel to Dublin and our afternoon sea crossing to Holyhead and home.
Hotel Information
Dooley's Hotel ***
Situated in the heart of Waterford City; just a few minutes’ walk from the main shopping centre and all the amenities.
All rooms en-suite, TV, Hairdryer, Tea/Coffee-making facilities, Lounge/Bar, Restaurant, Lift (only travels to some areas in the Hotel), No Ground Floor rooms.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abererch Road | Abererch Rd - Bus Stop opposite Black Lion |
| Abererch1 | Abererch - Awelfryn |
| Abererch2 | Abererch - Ysgol/School |
| Abererch3 | Abererch - Glanerch |
| Abererch4 | Abererch - Bont/Bridge |
| Abergele | Abergele- Bowling Green Bus Stop |
| Bangor1 | Bangor - Deiniol Road Bus Stop Opposite Railway Station |
| Bangor2 | Bangor - Nelson Pub on Beach Road |
| Bangor3 | Bangor - Pontio Bus Stop |
| Bethel | Bethel - Bedol |
| Bethesda1 - Londis | Bethesda - Londis |
| Bethesda2 - Spar | Bethesda - Spar |
| Bethesda3 | Bethesda - Siop John |
| Bethesda4 -Football Field | Bethesda Cae Pel-droed / Football Field |
| Betws-Y-Coed | Betws-Y-Coed Bus Stop opposite Church |
| Bontnewydd | Bontnewydd - Dol Beuno Bus Stop |
| Bryncir | Bryncir - Bus Stop |
| Caelloi | Caelloi - Glan Y Don Garage |
| Caernarfon - Tesco | Caernarfon - Tesco Bus Stop |
| Caernarfon2 - Eagles | Caernarfon - Bus Stop opposite Eagles |
| Caernarfon3 - Morrisons | Caernarfon - Morrisons Bus Stop |
| Caernarfon4 - Hampton Rd | Caernarfon - Hampton Road Bus Stop |
| Cerrigydrudion | Cerrigydrudion - Village Bus Stop |
| Chwilog | Chwilog - Maes Myrddin Bus Stop |
| Colwyn Bay | Colwyn Bay-Train Station Bus Stop |
| Corwen1 | Corwen Bus Stop by Ifor Williams Trailers |
| Corwen2 | Corwen - Sgwar / Square |
| Criccieth1 - Pen Lon Fel | Criccieth- Pen Lon Fel |
| Criccieth2 Health Centre | Criccieth - Health Centre |
| Criccieth3 -Memorial Hall | Criccieth - Memorial Hall |
| Glandwyfach | Glandwyfach - Goat |
| Glasfryn | Glasfryn - Old Post Office |
| Groeslon | Groeslon - Llanfair Arms |
| Holyhead | Holyhead Port - Ferry Terminal |
| Llandudno Junction | Llandudno Junction Bus Stop opposite Train Station |
| Llandygai | Llandygai - Onestop Services |
| Llanfairfechan | Llanfairfechan - Bus Stop by Traffic Lights |
| LlanfairPG | LlanfairPG - Park & Ride |
| Llanwnda | Llanwnda - Dinas Garage |
| Llanystumdwy | Llanystumdwy - 2nd Junction |
| Maentwrog | Maentwrog - Oakley Arms |
| Maes | Pwllheli - Maes Bus Station Stand C |
| Penmaenmawr | Penmaenmawr - Bus Stop by Spar |
| Penrhosgarnedd | Penrhosgarnedd - Opposite JLS Garage |
| Pentrefoelas | Pentrefoelas - Foelas Arms |
| Penygroes | Penygroes - Co-op (Old Poveys Garage) |
| Porthmadog | Porthmadog - Tesco Bus Stop |
| Sand Street | Pwllheli - Sand Street Bus Stop |
| St. Asaph | St. Asaph - Bus Stop by Bod Erw Hotel Opposite Livestock Market |
| Tafarn Y Rhos | Tafarn Y Rhos |
| Tremadog | Tremadog - Sgwar / Square |
| Valley | Valley - Police Station |
| Vic | Pwllheli - Victoria Hotel |
| Y Felinheli | Y Felinheli - Bus Stop opposite St.Mary's Church |
