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Dodds of Troon | 4 East Road, Ayr, KA8 9BA
01292 288100 | info@doddsoftroon.com

Dodds Coach Holidays | 24 Central Avenue, Gretna, DG16 5AS
01461 337799 | coachholidays@doddsoftroon.com

Historic Waterford

Historic Waterford

Waterford is Ireland’s oldest city and boasts great shopping, a scenic waterfront, and a wealth of historical attractions. It is also home to the world-famous Waterford Crystal.

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Price Includes (all details are subject to change):

 

  • four nights dinner, bed and breakfast

  • admission to Dunbrody Famine Ship

  • two excursions

  • return coach travel and ferry fare from Scotland (£40 supplement)

 

EURO’S REQUIRED

 

Treacys Hotel, Spa and Leisure Centre, Waterford

 

Set in a picturesque location, in the heart of Waterford, Ireland's oldest city.  Enjoy the warm, friendly atmosphere, elegant bedrooms which have been designed with comfort in mind, exquisite homemade dishes in the restaurant. Relax in the fully equipped leisure centre, unrivalled for its modern facilities and featuring  a swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and drench shower, making it the perfect place to unwind. (lift)

 

Day One

Depart from your selected joining point and travel to Treacy's Hotel, Spa and Leisure Centre, Waterford. Comfort stops will be made en-route.

Day Two

Begin the day in New Ross with a guided tour of the Dunbrody Famine Ship, a meticulously crafted replica of an 1840s emigrant vessel, offering a profound insight into the famine emigrant experience. Then, journey along the scenic Mount Leinster Heritage Trail, passing through Fenagh and Bagenalstown, before arriving in the medieval town of Kilkenny. Explore its charming narrow streets, historic abbey, and magnificent cathedral.

Day Three

Explore the lively city of Cork, home to the famous English Market, one of Europe's oldest and finest covered markets, featuring around 55 unique stalls. Visit the stunning St. Fin Barre's Cathedral and the historic St. Anne's Church. Wander through the city's numerous museums and galleries, or step back in time with a visit to the eerie 19th-century Cork Gaol.

Day Four

Enjoy a free day exploring Waterford. Wander through its historic streets and soak up the local atmosphere. Perhaps opt for a guided walking tour, browse the charming boutiques and unique shops, or pay a visit to the iconic House of Waterford Crystal.

Day Five

After breakfast you leave Waterford and travel home. Comfort stops will be made en-route.

Please Note

It may be necessary under certain circumstances for these excursions to be operated on different days to those shown.

Holiday Itinerary

 

For full Itinerary click here

For full Trading Charter and Booking Conditions click here

 

Not every holiday will suit your mobility needs and some are not suitable for persons using walking aids/wheelchairs etc.  Please ask a member of staff for details should you have any concerns regarding suitability.

TRAVEL WITH US AND YOU CAN PARK YOUR CAR AT THE STENA LINE TERMINAL, BELFAST FOR ONLY £30. To reduce travel time, separate vehicles or taxis may be used to convey passengers to join our holiday coach.

TRAVEL WITH US AND YOU CAN PARK YOUR CAR AT THE STENA LINE TERMINAL, BELFAST FOR ONLY £30.

To reduce travel time, separate vehicles or taxis may be used to convey passengers to join our holiday coach.

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Name Address Times
Annan Q Annan - Outside Queensberry Arms Hotel
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Ardrossan Ardrossan, Princes Street Bus Stop
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Ayr Dodds Depot Ayr, Dodds Depot, 4 East Road
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Ayr NEW Ayr, Douglas Street Bus Stop, Outside Bus Station
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Ballantrae Ballantrae, Garage, Main Street
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Ballymena Ballymena, Seven Towers Leisure Centre
Main entrance
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Ballymoney Ballymoney
Biestys Centra / Route Service Station,
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Ballynure Ballynure, The Village Chippy
Car Park, Larne Road.
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Bangor Bangor, Town Car Park
opposite Bangor Railway Station Car Park
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Belfast City Centre Belfast City Centre, Leonardo Hotel,
(formerly Jurys Inn), Great Victoria Street.
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Belfast Stena Belfast - Stena Line Victoria Terminal 4,
West Bank Road (Cairnryan)
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Cairnryan Stena Cairnryan - Stena Line Passenger Terminal
Loch Ryan Port.Cairnryan
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Carlisle Asda Carlisle Asda
Bus Layby, Chandler Way
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Castle Douglas Castle Douglas, Crown Hotel
Opposite Market Hill, King Street
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Coleraine Coleraine, Lodge Hotel, Outside Front Door
CLIENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO PARK AT THE HOTEL.
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Dalbeattie Dalbeattie, Opp The Birchtree Hotel
Maxwell Street
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Dumfries Dumfries, Whitesands, Coach Bay near Suspension
Bridge. (If Whitesands Closed, Brooms Rd Car Park)
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Dunsilly Roundabout Dunsilly Roundabout
Car Park, Antrim
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Eastriggs Eastriggs, Central Bus stop
Opposite the Baxter Hall (Church)
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Girvan Girvan, Hamilton Arms Hotel
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Glengormley Glengormley, Corrs Corner Roundabout
Larne Road Side.
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Gretna Gretna Main Bus Stop
Annan Road
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Gretna Green Gretna Green, Gretna Hall Hotel, Front steps
Please park in the overflow parking space
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Holywood Holywood, Redburn Square.
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Irvine Irvine, Coach Park adjacent to Aldi
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Kilmarnock Kilmarnock, St Marnock St (Police Station)
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Kilwinning Kilwinning, Caley Station, (top of Dalry Road)
Howgate
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Kirkcudbright Kirkcudbright, Harbour Square
Opposite the Old Post Office
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Larne Larne, Fairhill Car Park
Victoria Road
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Lisburn Lisburn, Sprucefield Shopping Centre, Bus Shelter
at mini roundabout near Marks & Spencers
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Maybole Maybole, Cassillis Hotel
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Newton Stewart Newton Stewart, The Crown Hotel
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Newtownards Newtownards, Circular Road
McDonalds Car Park
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Prestwick Prestwick, Station Road.
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Saltcoats Saltcoats, Railway Station
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Stevenston Stevenston, The Cross
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Stranraer Stranraer
Bus Stop Opposite Police Station
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Troon Troon, Ivy Cottage, South Beach, Bus Stop outside
Town Hall
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