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Circumnavigation of the Emerald Isle – Ireland Luxury Cruise

Circumnavigation of the Emerald Isle – Ireland Luxury Cruise

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Description

Journey to the heart of Ireland, a land of wild, untamed beauty with a rich and fascinating history. Here, the sea embraces the land uninhibitedly, offering breathtaking landscapes of vertiginous, windswept cliffs, peaceful, golden beaches, mountains covered in peat bogs, moors and heather, and rolling green hills, made all the more beautiful by the blossoms and light of spring. In this spectacular natural setting, you will discover an ancient and authentic culture, reflected in the remains of castles and age-old abbeys, as well as flower-laden gardens and picturesque villages. An unforgettable immersion in the spirit of Ireland awaits you.

Trip Name
Circumnavigation of the Emerald Isle - Ireland Luxury Cruise
Days
8
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury Expedition / Cruise Ship Length: 142 metres Passenger Capacity: 264 (200 in Antarctica) Built: 2011 L’Austral is a sleek, French-designed expedition yacht combining modern elegance with an intimate atmosphere. With just 132 staterooms for 264 guests, she offers the refined feel of a private yacht, enhanced by attentive service and stylish interiors featuring fine materials, harmonious colours, and discreet touches of brightness. Built by Fincantieri in Ancona, Italy, she is 466 ft long with a 59 ft beam, ice-class certified (1C), and equipped with the latest eco-design innovations, continually upgraded to improve environmental performance. Designed for both polar adventures and tropical voyages, L’Austral features six guest decks, elegant dining venues, and 11 Zodiacs for immersive exploration. Life on board blends relaxation and discovery, with refined gastronomy, welcoming social spaces, and an emphasis on responsible travel. From the subantarctic islands to sunlit coasts, she offers a chic and comfortable way to experience the world, always with PONANT’s signature style of elegance, intimacy, and connection to the sea.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 - Dublin
The Irish capital stretches along the banks of the Liffey to Dublin bay, on the East coast of Ireland. Discover Ireland’s warm conviviality in the pedestrian district of Temple Bar. Its cobbled streets are brimming with fabulous shops, pubs and arts centres. Next to Trinity College, famous for its 18th century library, you can stroll along Grafton Street: in one of its famous tea shops, try a delicious scone and clotted cream served hot and melt-in-the-mouth with jam. Not far from here, the majestic O’Connell bridge leads you to the avenue with the same name, on which Spire, a luminous contemporary sculpture presides.
Day 2 - Day 2 - Cork
Located on the south-west coast of Ireland, the dynamic yet peaceful university city of Cork will delight you with its countless historical and cultural treasures. In the city centre, do not miss a visit to the Saint Finbarr cathedral, renowned for its impressive neo-gothic architecture, as well as the emblematic English Market, a magnificent covered food market in the Victorian style that will reveal all the richness of Irish produce. This pleasant visit to the second largest city in Ireland will also be the opportunity to visit the old Jameson distillery, where the famous whisky was made for nearly 200 years.
Day 3 - Day 3 - Bantry
In the hollow of a majestic harbour north of the Durrus Peninsular, in southwestern Ireland, in County Cork, the village of Bantry appears between spectacular cliffs, a fascinating bay and huge expanses of amber-coloured moors. Like a postcard of a wild, preserved and authentic Ireland, this charming small town can be explored via its coastline shredded by the winds and currents, and its small paved streets edged with Georgian- and Victorian-style residences. Fall under the spell of one of the village’s emblematic sites, Bantry House. A majestic 17th-century manor house dominating the bay, it will charm you with its architecture, its enchanting French-style gardens and its captivating panoramas.
Day 4 - Day 4 - Dingle
The small fishing port of Dingle will plunge you into a warm and lively atmosphere, created by its colourful façades and charming shops, marvellously embodying the Irish soul. Nestling on one of Ireland’s most picturesque peninsulas, it opens the way to breathtaking landscapes featuring steep cliffs, wild beaches of fine sand, secret coves and green mountains. 
Day 5 - Day 5 - Galway
Built at the mouth of the Corrib on in the West, Galway is one of the liveliest towns in the country. The cobbled streets in its historical centre offer plenty of designer boutiques, artists’ studios and bohemian cafés.
Day 6 - Day 6 - Killybegs
Tucked away and sheltered by a large inlet, this charming fishing port is located on Ireland's most northern extremity, in the heart of the southern coast of County Donegal. As your boat glides into the port, soak up the dazzling colours of the trawlers docked in the harbour. You may well have the opportunity to tour the Donegal Carpets Factory, one of the world's oldest handmade carpet manufacturers. You can also take a tour of the Glenveagh National Park and its castle, after having crossed through the wild, untamed beauty of northern Ireland. Donegal is a rambler's paradise, and the Blue Stack Mountains are sure to have you hooked with their peace, quiet and breathtakingly beautiful landscapes.
Day 7 - Day 7 - Greencastle (Foyle port)
From lush meadows to spectacular cliffs sculpted by the crashing waves, from small houses with thatched roofs to the enigmatic ruins of ageless castles, the Inishowen Peninsula offers a concentration of Ireland’s most beautiful and wildest aspects. From Greencastle, a small port town guarding the entrance to Lough Foyle, set off to explore these breathtaking landscapes and discover the vibrant soul of this territory, through its history, its lively villages and pubs and its famous coastal trail: the Wild Atlantic Way.
Day 8 - Day 8 - Dublin
The Irish capital stretches along the banks of the Liffey to Dublin bay, on the East coast of Ireland. Discover Ireland’s warm conviviality in the pedestrian district of Temple Bar. Its cobbled streets are brimming with fabulous shops, pubs and arts centres. Next to Trinity College, famous for its 18th century library, you can stroll along Grafton Street: in one of its famous tea shops, try a delicious scone and clotted cream served hot and melt-in-the-mouth with jam. Not far from here, the majestic O’Connell bridge leads you to the avenue with the same name, on which Spire, a luminous contemporary sculpture presides.
Day 9 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
25-05-202701-06-2027AUD $7,720Superior Stateroom
25-05-202701-06-2027AUD $8,330Deluxe Stateroom
25-05-202701-06-2027AUD $8,780Prestige Deck 4
25-05-202701-06-2027AUD $9,030Prestige Deck 5
25-05-202701-06-2027AUD $9,380Prestige Deck 6
25-05-202701-06-2027AUD $12,650Deluxe Suite
25-05-202701-06-2027AUD $13,620Prestige Deck 5 Suite
25-05-202701-06-2027AUD $14,060Prestige Deck 6 Suite
25-05-202701-06-2027AUD $14,760Owner's Suite

Inclusions

    • Cruise around Ireland in spring for spectacular, blossom-filled landscapes, a warm culture and a fascinating heritage.
    • Noteworthy landscapes: the craggy mountains, vast peat bogs and sparkling lakes of Connemara, from Galway; the abbey and castle of Donegal, from Killybegs; the dramatic Inishowen Peninsula, from Greencastle, and much more.
    • A few of the included excursions: the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, from Galway; a scenic tour of the Ring of Kerry, from Bantry; the legendary lands of the Connemara.

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