Bridgend County Council Home-to-School Routes Operated by Cresta Coaches

The Garden of Ireland with Dublin & Kilkenny

5 days from only £529
30 June 2025
Tour Includes
  • 4 nights stay in Ireland including breakfast & dinner
  • Return ferry crossings between West Wales and Ireland
  • Full day excursion through the Wicklow Mountains including Glendalough & entry to Mount Usher Gardens
  • Full day excursion to Dublin
  • Half day excursion to Kilkenny & free time to enjoy your hotel and Carlow
  • Direct Coach Travel
  • Net Zero Carbon
Valid passport required for travel. £50 deposit per person applies
Capacity at Early Bird prices strictly limited. Early Bird savings end when capacity is reached.
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The Garden of Ireland with Dublin & Kilkenny

Join us on this delightful holiday to the south east of Ireland and explore some of the best that the Emerald Isle has to offer. You’ll stay in the fabulous 4* Woodford Dolmen Hotel based in pretty Carlow and enjoy some great excursions. From the bustle of Dublin through to the majesty and natural beauty of the Wicklow Mountains, this is a great little short break. Take in stunning Glendalough in the ‘Valley of the Two Lakes’, explore the stunning gardens at Mount Usher and meander through the pretty city of Kilkenny. What’s not to love?…

From the bustle, history and atmosphere of Dublin through to the majesty and natural beauty of the Wicklow Mountains, this lovely holiday has it all. You’ll stay at the fabulous Woodford Dolmen Hotel, set on the banks of the River Barrow and enjoy its magical gardens which are a joy to wander. Excursions include the fair city of Dublin, as well as the historic town of Kilkenny, with its castle, narrow streets and historic pubs (try Kyteler’s Inn which is about as old as it gets!). You’ll also take in stunning Glendalough in the ‘Valley of the Two Lakes’, as well as exploring the stunning Mount Usher Gardens – one of Ireland’s greatest – and one of Monty Don’s favourite gardens anywhere. Don’t miss this one – it’s a craic’er!

An ideal choice for:

* A great introduction to the wonderful Emerald Isle
* Anyone who loves Ireland
* Holidaymakers looking to just kick back and enjoy themselves

* Lovers of gardens, scenery and natural beauty

Please note that we recommend all passengers bring a valid passport with them. UK and Irish citizens do not strictly require a passport but some form of photo ID is required: eg: passport, photo driving license, international student card, Government issued photo ID cards, photo bus/train pass. All nationalities other than UK and Irish, require a passport and should check with their respective embassies before booking and travelling as they may need a visa.

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Departures & Collections

Departures. The Company will if asked give an estimated journey time to your departure Air/Ferry port etc. Clients should always build in a provision for unforeseen circumstances and in particular always allow extra time when travelling to the major UK Airports such as Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, Stansted, Manchester Etc. Most of Britons Ferry & Airports are accessed via some of the countries busiest Motorway networks and we are finding that delays are becoming much more frequent. Particular attention should also be paid to check-in time given by airlines. Especially those airline companies that operate a shorter check-in time such as 1-2 hours. Our drivers are legally required to take a rest period of at least 45 Minutes after completing 4 ½ hours driving. We do however recommend this be reduced to no more than 3 hours driving. These break period should be added to your proposed departure times.

Breakdowns and delays

The Company gives its advice on journey times in good faith but does not guarantee the completion of any journey within a specific time period and will not be liable for loss or inconvenience caused by breakdown or other delays. The Company will not be held responsible for late arrivals or missed flights due to circumstances beyond its control.

Return Collections

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Delayed Return Flights

Cresta Coaches will give allowance for return flight delays of up to 2 hours. Any additional delays in return flight collections are subject to an hourly charge of £25 per hour. These charges are in addition to the stated hire fees.

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