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Hotel Barge
Shannon Princess II
Cruise the River Shannon through the heart
of Ireland
Seven Days / Six Nights
 The
10 passenger Shannon Princess II is the
largest hotel barge cruising the Lower Shannon.
Newly refitted, she is the essence of Irish
hospitality and offers well balanced, comfortable
accommodations.
Her experienced Captain and crew go out
of their way to ensure your every need is
accommodated. Your Chef was trained at Ballymaloe
School and distinguishes herself at every
meal with signature dishes like parcels
of wild salmon, roast of spring lamb, variations
of shellfish stew with fresh herbs and of
course a grand selection of deserts.
The Shannon represents Ireland at its finest.
Rolling green fields, lakes and rivers,
ancient Celtic monasteries and an abundance
of wildlife. The legends and fables of Ireland
are found everywhere and well understood
by the warm and hospitable Irish people
whose extraordinary history has been varied
and sometimes difficult but who somehow
always find the time to chat and discuss
the time of the day. Our Shannon cruise
brings you in touch with the very soul of
Ireland.
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Highlights |
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Visit legendary
Clonmacnois |
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Full day excursion
to Galway City |
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Killaloe's old
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Visit the unusual Leap Castle |
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Culinary Notes |
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Regional Specialties
Baked Baby Lobster
Roast Shoulder Of Lamb
Black Velvet Crepes Filled
with Raspberries Served With
Champagne Sauce
Wine Cellar
French, South African, Australian
and New Zealand Wines
Cheese Board
Cashel Blue Farmhouse Cheese
Boilie Goats Cheese, Carrigbyrne
Soft Cheese
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Boat Features |
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107 feet long |
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10 passengers |
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5 Irish Crew |
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5 Twin/Double
Suites |
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Centrally heated
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Panoramic windows |
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Sundeck |
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Check
availability of this cruise
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DAY 1
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Sunday
QUIGLEY'S MARINA, GLASSON
Guests shall be met at 3.00pm at Dublin city centre hotel and transferred by coach to the Shannon Princess at Quigley’s Marina. Your Captain and his crew welcome you onboard the delightful Shannon Princess with Champagne, Black Velvets or Irish Coffees! |
DAY 2
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Monday
QUIGLEY'S MARINA TO ATHLONE TOWN
This morning we begin our cruise around the beautiful “Inner Lakes” of Lough Ree and then continue north to Lough Ree as we explore some of the 365 islands on the lake. We then circle back to the river and on to our mooring in Athlone Town. After lunch we depart by bus to Belvedere House and Gardens. Here we enjoy a guided tour of the house giving an insight into the “upstairs downstairs” life in the 18th century. |
| DAY 3 |
Tuesday
ATHLONE TOWN TO SHANNONBRIDGE
The Shannon Princess descends through Athlone Lock and heads south through Europe’s richest example of “Callow” landscape. The countryside has changed little in over 1000 years. This is one of Ireland’s premier wildfowl reserves. We moor at the ruins of Clonmacnoise, a famed 6th century university and early Christian settlement. After a visit to the interpretative centre, we enjoy lunch onboard whilst cruising to Shannon Bridge, arriving mid-afternoon at this typical Irish riverside town. Shortly after arrival we depart by bus to Leap Castle, reputed to be Ireland’s most haunted house. You will be greeted by Sean Ryan and his family who will invite you in to their unusual home and Sean, a renowned musician, will tell you the fascinating history of the castle and the part it played in founding the American Constitution. Sean will gladly play a few tunes with possibly the added bonus of being joined by his talented young daughter who will demonstrate her amazing dancing skills. |
| DAY 4 |
Wednesday
SHANNONBRIDGE TO TERRYGLASS
We travel a very pretty stretch of the Shannon with an ever-changing landscape slipping by. Travelling down through Meelick lock, we pause 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, the family seat of the Earls of Ross. Lunch in The Derg Inn in the village. |
| DAY 5 |
Thursday
TERRYGLASS TO GALWAY AND MOUNTSHANNON
A full day excursion to Galway City – a lively university city and cultural centre for Irish speaking regions in Western Ireland. Visit Galway Crystal and a profusion of craft and linen shops. Lunch at a traditional Guinness & oyster pub. Return to Shannon Princess and set sail through the especially beautiful Lough Derg, passing Forrest Park and ancient mountains as we set our course for Mountshannon – a lovely lakeside village perched above the Lough. |
| DAY 6 |
Friday
MOUNTSHANNON TO KILLALOE
This morning we sail 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. After lunch we set off on our excursion to a unique project set in the grounds of Graggaunowen 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. |
| DAY 7 |
Saturday
KILLALOE TO DUBLIN AIRPORT/CITY
Depart the barge after a last leisurely breakfast on board. |
| NOTE: |
We also offer a golf cruise. Please contact us for details.
This is a sample itinerary and
is subject to change. The above
is a suggested itinerary for our Shannon
Cruise. On alternate weeks, cruise will
be in alternate direction. |
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Sunday, 3.00 pm, Dublin City Centre
Hotel |
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