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Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way- Bantry Bay
- The waterfront town of Cobh
- Italian Gardens on Garnish Island
Spring in Southern Ireland
Spirit of Discovery departing Portsmouth
£1,639 per person
5 nights 8th April 2024 Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £27 if not required
save up to 30%
How our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each grade at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected grades. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold. This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare. Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin and grade. When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.-
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Chauffeur service
Enjoy a mini cruise to County Cork
The beauty of southern Ireland will be unveiled on this mini-cruise to County Cork, encompassing scenic Bantry Bay and maritime Cobh. Journey along part of the Wild Atlantic Way, a scenic route tracing the untamed coast, and visit the historic city of Cork – both on included excursions. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit Blarney Castle, famous for the Blarney Stone said to bestow the gift of the gab to anyone who kisses it.
Your two included panoramic excursions will be in
- Bantry Bay
- Cork (from Cobh)
Joining you on board…
The Temptations tribute band, Masterpiece
Masterpiece are a dynamic four-man vocal group that perform a tribute to the Tamla Motown record label supergroup The Temptations. They pay homage to the Grammy award winning group by singing many of their chart hits, including a few classic songs from other Motown favourites. Enjoy a live performance during your cruise.
Itinerary
Portsmouth
Embark Spirit of Discovery.
Depart 1700.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Bantry Bay ⚓, Ireland
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Studded with islands and islets, Bantry Bay is historically significant; in 1796 a fleet of ships from the French navy moored in the bay in an unsuccessful attempt to conquer Ireland.Your must-see attraction during your time here is Bantry House. This stately mansion is flanked by balustrade-bordered lawns and bursts with opulence. Today, visitors can enjoy a self-guided tour of the rooms and manicured gardens.
For island delights, consider taking a trip to Garnish Island, via the ferry from Glengarriff. The island is home to an extensive array of gardens featuring plants not commonly found growing in this climate. Also on the island is a Martello Tower, built to defend the bay. From its battlements, visitors can enjoy impressive views.
See the coastal scenery along the Atlantic Way during an included excursion.
Included excursion
From undulating mountains and rocky cliffs to sandy coves, explore part of the 1,500 mile-long coastal route known as the Wild Atlantic Way on an included scenic drive.
Optional excursion
Visit the Italian Gardens on Garnish Island, which are criss-crossed by a network of flower-lined pathways.
⚓ Land by launch or tender.
Cobh (for Cobh), Ireland
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Set beside one of the world’s largest natural harbours, Cobh is a seaside town renowned for its brightly coloured waterfront buildings. The Gothic Revival St Colman’s Cathedral perches on a steep hillside overlooking the town. The busy port was the embarkation point for 2.5 million people who emigrated to America between 1848 and 1950. The Titanic Experience, which is in the town’s former White Star Line ticket office, retells the plight of the ill-fated ship which made her last stop here. From Cobh you can visit the riverside city of Cork on an included panoramic excursion. Alternatively, head to Blarney Castle to kiss the Blarney Stone and explore the grounds.
Included excursion
Enjoy a visit to the historic city of Cork, whose attractions include the Victorian Gothic Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral and the 18th-century English Market, a covered food market.
Optional excursion
A visit to Cobh would not be complete without a visit to Blarney Castle with its famous stone. The 600-year-old castle sits amid 60 acres of gardens and parklands, including the poison garden, home to some of the world’s most dangerous and toxic plants. The Blarney Stone, located at the top of the castle tower, is said to give the gift of eloquence to those who kiss it.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Portsmouth
Arrive 0730.
Disembark Spirit of Discovery after breakfast.
£1,639 per person
5 nights 8th April 2024 Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £27 if not required
save up to 30%
How our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each grade at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected grades. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold. This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare. Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin and grade. When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.)
Spirit of Discovery
2019
Year built
987
Guest capacity (maximum)
540
Ship crew
Britannia Lounge
Relax in comfort with a drink, and admire the spectacular panoramic views.
Enjoy fine dining
Enjoy world-class cuisine at no extra cost in a choice of four restaurants.
Spa
Indulge yourself with a spa treatment in one of our six treatment rooms.
The Library
A booklover’s paradise combined with an artisanal coffee-shop, it's the perfect spot to research your next port of call.
Time for you
Take advantage of tailored exercise regimes and bespoke one-to-one fitness sessions with our health and wellbeing expert.
Daily afternoon tea
Indulge with a sumptuous selection of sweet treats at the daily afternoon tea.
The Terrace
This elegant ‘secret’ garden area is the perfect setting to enjoy the fresh air any time of the day.
£1,639 per person
5 nights 8th April 2024 Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £27 if not required