Wicklow Wanderer D N A L E R I Park View Hotel Powerscourt House Park View Hotel 5 DAYS from only £185 Park View Hotel Suggested Itinerary Newtownmountkennedy What To Do Day 1 County Wicklow Wicklow Mountains 10km We arrive at the Park View Hotel in Although right on Dublin’s doorstep, the Wicklow Newtownmountkennedy for dinner. NO SINGLE Mountains feel surprisingly remote and offer spectacular SUPPLEMENT GREAT IRISH mountain scenery, stunning views and many species of Day 2 Wicklow & Avoca FOR DOUBLE HOSPITALITY wildlife, all of which can be enjoyed on a full-day tour of After breakfast, we travel through the Wicklow ROOMS the National Park. The highlight is undoubtedly Mountains National Park, one of Ireland’s most Glendalough, which combines both dramatic scenery untouched regions. Observe its beautiful scenery and and an intriguing medieval history. perhaps catch a glimpse of the native wildlife, before This fantastic 3 star hotel combines city chic with a heading for the spectacular valley of Glendalough. Here, countryside location in the village of Newtownmountkennedy. Though modern in appearance, the hotel offers a wonderfully Powerscourt Estate 15km we visit the medieval monastic ruins before calling into Located just outside the village of Enniskerry, the picturesque town of Avoca, the filming location for relaxing ambience and looks as smart today as it did when its doors were first opened. The hotel features an attractive bar, Powerscourt is a beautiful 18th Century mansion which ‘Ballykissangel’. We enjoy an afternoon stop at Avoca gives a glimpse into the lifestyle of Ireland’s richest Handweavers, the oldest working mill in Ireland. a lovely outdoor terrace facing onto a small park, and an elegant bistro-style restaurant with open fireplace, where you landowners. Set beneath the backdrop of Great can enjoy good quality meals in stylish surroundings. All of Sugarloaf Mountain, the magnificent formal gardens Day 3 Newtownmountkennedy incorporate sweeping terraces, ornamental lakes and an Today is free to explore the village of the 60 bedrooms are bright and modern, and are decorated and furnished to a high standard, with a hairdryer, TV and exquisite Japanese-style hideaway, and are justifiably one Newtownmountkennedy, which has a small selection of of Ireland’s most popular attractions. shops and is set amidst some lovely woodlands and tea/coffee making facilities. glens. Spend quality time relaxing at the hotel. 12 Lift 15 Bar 13 Restaurant Wicklow’s Historic Gaol 15km Day 4 Enniskerry & Mount Usher Set in the seaside town of Wicklow, this infamous jail Tea/Coffee opened in 1702 and quickly became renowned Free Onsite Gardens 16 14 In Room throughout Ireland for its brutal treatment of prisoners. This morning, we head to Enniskerry to visit one of You can wander through cells and dungeons at your Ireland’s most famous tourist attractions, Powerscourt leisure, while costumed actors reconstruct the harsh House and Gardens. Spend time at your leisure, conditions endured in years gone by. wandering the beautiful gardens, taking in the sights of 5 Days Half Board exotic plants, trees and shrubs along the tree trail walk. 01 APRIL 2013 – 31 MARCH 2014 After lunch, we head south to the Mount Usher Gardens Mount Usher Gardens 15km to roam and explore the spectacular flora and fauna. Twin from £185.00 to £209.00 The wonderful gardens of Mount Usher are located at Before heading back to the hotel for dinner, perhaps visit Ashford and host a vast range of exotic plants from all the Wicklow Gaol for an unforgettable experience of No Single Supplement (no maximum) over the world. There’s a splendid walk alongside the how crime and punishment used to occur. Don’t hang All rooms Double for Sole Use crystal-clear waters of the Vartry River allowing keen around for too long though, as you may well find gardeners to admire the rare trees, shrubs and yourself locked behind bars per manently! Inclusions herbaceous plants. Day 5 • Return ferry crossing - ex Holyhead Glendalough & Avoca 30km Time to pack your bags and head for home. • 4 nights half board The beautiful forested valley of Glendalough comprises • Porterage two dark and mysterious lakes left behind by glaciers • Welcome tea/coffee many thousands of years ago. What makes Glendalough • Choice of menu so special are the substantial remains of a medieval • Tea/coffee after dinner monastic settlement, including its impressive 10th Century round tower. Nearby, the pretty village of Avoca Distances – Port to Resort SINGLES PACKAGES was the setting for the popular TV series ‘Ballykissangel’. Dublin - Newtownmountkennedy 40km We also have fantastic Singles Packages Avoca Handweavers, the oldest working mill in Ireland, is Rosslare - Newtownmountkennedy 125km available at this hotel. Please contact our a popular spot for lunches or afternoon tea and shopping for high quality handicrafts. Belfast - Newtownmountkennedy 215km Sales Team for more information. Distances are one way and approximate Distances are one way and approximate 104 Contact us 01732 879191.