Epic Ireland! with Jason Reeves--August 18 - September 1, 2020
2020-08-18 - 2020-09-01
Explore the captivating beauty and rich history of Ireland in this epic, 15-day journey that will find us exploring the island from North to South and East to West! Starting in Dublin, we’ll explore the private and public gardens of this beautiful and historic city before heading west across the center of the country, all the way to Limerick. Here, the coastal region of Ireland known as the “Wild Atlantic Way” beckons with some of Ireland’s most beautiful castles and gardens set against the dramatic backdrop of the west coast wilderness. As we drop south to Cork, we’ll visit an island garden in the sheltered harbor of Glengariff and a stunning, Italianate garden whose view across Bantry Bay will leave you breathless!
Making our way back east, we’ll travel across the southern coast of Ireland, including a stop in Waterford, where you’ll be able to shop for crystal from one of the world’s most famous makers and enjoy lunch in the historic city center. Mid-tour, we will return to Dublin, using the city as home base to explore County Wicklow, home to some of Ireland’s most famous gardens. From the National Botanical Garden at Kilmacurragh to the private gardens of brother and sister gardeners-extraordinaire (and neighbors), Jimi and June Blake, we’ll explore as much of this garden rich region of Ireland as we can in our allotted time. We will also include a visit to the astounding Powerscourt Estate & Garden.
Finally, we’ll head to Northern Ireland to explore the fascinating city of Belfast and the historic estates and gardens of the surrounding countryside. These will include the Victorian Botanic Garden, the Rowallane estate and garden, Mount Stewart, and others. On our last day in Northern Ireland, we’ll drive to the northernmost point in all of Ireland to explore what is, perhaps, its most famous feature—the Giant’s Causeway. This UNESCO World Heritage site is the result of an ancient volcanic fissure eruption that caused more than 40,000 interlocking, hexagonal basalt blocks to rise dramatically out of the sea. This is one of nature’s wonders that truly must be seen to be believed!
On the last day of our tour, we will make our way from Belfast back to Dublin before flying home the next day.
Tour Cost: $4,495.00 per person, double occupancy, ground only Single Supplement: $$850.00
4-star hotel accommodations throughout the tour
For a fully detailed itinerary and reservation form, or TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE, please email me directly at troy@troybmarden.com
