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Activity 

Ocean escapes

Location: Departing from Cobh to Kennedy Pier, Cobh, Co. Cork. 
Duration: 2 hours

The Ocean Escapes team are experienced skippers who are passionate about sharing their love of the water with everyone they have the pleasure of having on board. The perfect outing for any age exploring the waters and coastlines of Cork, an Ocean Escapes experience is one that can't be missed. Stops for whiskey tasting or to explore the many villages of Cork Harbour can be included. 

Next destination: 43km

Walk 

Youghal Boardwalk

Location: Claycastle Bay Beach, Youghal, Co. Cork.
Duration: 20 mins 

Take a short stroll along the Youghal Eco-Boardwalk, a 400-metre hardwood panelled beach walkway. Stretching from Front Strand Beach to Claycastle Blue Flag Beach, the Youghal boardwalk is the perfect spot for a stroll it unwind and take in the fresh sea air. 

Depart Front Strand Beach 

Lunch

Aherne’s Seafood Restaurant, Youghal 

Activity 

Cycle along the Waterford Greenway

Location: From Dungarvan – Waterford City Dungarvan, Co. Waterford

Take in the glorious views from the Waterford Greenway. Cycle along the 46km off-road trail along an old railway line between Dungarvan and Waterford city. If you’re looking for a shorter option, start your journey from Kilmacthomas.

Dinner

Everett’s / Bodega

The Captains Table & Dunbrody Famine Ship

Activity  

Go with the flow: River Adventures, River Barrow Heritage Tour 

Location: The Lockhouse, Clashganny, Borris, Co. Carlow.
Duration: 2.5 hours 

Gliding along in 2 or 3 person Canadian style canoes, Go With the Flow will take you on a trail that is full of beauty, nature and heritage. One of the oldest trade, pilgrimage and emigration routes is along this beautiful river following the ancient Road of Cuala and the way of St James. 

Dinner 

Step House Hotel / Clashganny House

Accommodation suggestions

Black Stairs Eco Glamping

Star Gazing @ Blackstairs Eco Glamping - (free add on for guests staying in the Shepherds Huts)

With no light pollution here, the Blackstairs is perfect for star gazing. Guests staying in the Shepard’s Huts have a clear view of the sky. A calendar of the night sky is provided, and you can sit back and watch the stars, wrapped in comfy rugs, sipping hot chocolate and marshmallows.

Depart Kilashee Hotel 

Attraction

Lullymore Heritage Park Heritage & Discovery Park

Location: Lullymore East, Lullymore, Co. Kildare, R51 E036
Duration: 2.5 hours

Escape the daily hustle and bustle and discover something new with a visit to Lullymore Heritage and Discovery Park. Imagine a rich green oasis rising gently from the Bog of Allen, Ireland's largest peatland. Covering 60 breath-taking acres, the park explores Irish heritage, culture and the environment with interactive and moving exhibits. Local guides will take groups on a refreshingly informative and entertaining tour, which gives visitors a real flavour of local culture and heritage and great memories to bring home.  

Lunch 

The Johnstown Estate

Activity 

Boyne Valley Activities - Floating through time

Location: Watergate St, Townparks North, Trim, Co. Meath
Duration: 1.5 hours 

Float down the majestic River at Trim’s and explore ancient history as the raft follows the path of Ireland’s ancestors and discover the famous movies that have been made here, including Mel Gibson’s Braveheart. 

Dinner 

Stockhouse Restaurant

Accommodation suggestions  

Trim Castle Hotel 4* / Castle Arch Hotel 3*

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