The Magic of Mayo
Magical Mayo
Book NowJoin us as we head to the west of the Emerald Isle for our wonderful Magical Mayo tour. Mayo is the beautiful heart of the Wild Atlantic Way, travel through magnificent countryside with breathtaking views on this magical tour. Stay in wonderful 4-star hotels throughout your stay. The base for our mainstay hotel is Ballina, the largest town in County Mayo located on the banks of the River Moy from here we will discover the rugged landscape of the Wild Atlantic Way, the Wild Nephin National Park and the county’s rich historical heritage dating from pre-historic times to the present. With visits to the Stokestown Famine Museum, Foxford Woollen Mill and the National Museum of Ireland – Country Life you can really immerse yourself in Ireland’s past. Visit some of Ireland’s prettiest towns with stops in Westport, a vibrant town offering wonderful, picturesque views and Athlone, the charming town on the edge of Lough Ree, and not to forget free time in Dublin’s Fair City before heading home.
Your Holiday Includes:
Door to Door service
Return Stena Line Ferry Crossings, Holyhead – Dublin 14.45hrs. Dublin – Holyhead 14.45hrs
Excursions as specified
Executive Coach Travel Throughout
Bloomfield House Hotel, Mullingar 07th June 2026 – 1 night
Dinner, bed and breakfast
En-suite bedrooms
N.B no portage at the overnight hotel, customer may prefer to take a small overnight bag (see note on itinerary)
Great National Hotel 8th – 12th June 2026 – 4 nights
Welcome tea/coffee on arrival
Porterage (Great National Hotel only).
Dinner, bed and breakfast (dinner comprises 3 courses with a minimum of 3 choices for starter and main course, then plated trio of desserts)
En-suite bedrooms
Clayton Hotel leopardstown, Dublin – 12th June 2026 – 1 Night
Dinner, bed and breakfast
En-suite bedrooms
N.B no portage at the overnight hotel, customer may prefer to take a small overnight bag (see note on itinerary)
Excursions included throught your stay
Entrance and Guided Tour of Stokestown Park House and Famine Museum
Visit to Ballycroy Visitor Centre
Services of a Guide for a full day excursion of Co. Mayo with local coach and driver (Ava Travel driver day off)
Entrance and Introductory talk to Foxford Woollen Mill
Entrance to National Museum of Ireland – Country Life, Castlebar
£184.00 single room supplement
Itinerary:
Sunday
Depart Leyland at 10.00hrs for our journey to Holyhead to board the 14.45hrs Stena Line ferry across to Dublin with a suitable lunch stop en-route. Re-join the coach as we disembark in Dublin and continue our journey to Mullingar, Co. Westmeath where we will have an overnight stay at the Bloomfield House Hotel, arriving in time for our evening meal. (As there is no porterage at our overnight hotels on this tour customers may prefer to take a smaller overnight bag, please ensure you have your essentials including medication and valuables as access to the coach once we are at the overnight hotel will not be possible).
Monday
Check out of our overnight hotel following breakfast, continue our onward journey to Ballina with a stop at the National Famine Museum in Stokestown, a place that signifies a tragic but fascinating period in Irish history. Arrive at the Great National Hotel in Ballina, our home for the next four nights to a wonderful, Irish welcome with tea/coffee while your case is taken to your room.
Tuesday
A long but worthwhile day. Travel to the Georgian town of Westport for time at leisure before venturing to experience some of Mayo's most spectacular scenery. Head to Mulranny, perched on the Wild Atlantic Way; up to Corraun with dramatic views across to Achill Island. Loop back to Mulranny and the Claggan Mountain Coastal Trail for a visit to Ballycroy Visitors Centre and the unspoilt wilderness of Wild Nephin National Park.
Wednesday
Today is our driver day off, a guide will join us on a local coach for a full day excursion of Co. Mayo, bringing the heritage of the county to life. See the Killala Roundtower and the remarkable Ceide Fields overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Visit Belmullet, along the impressive coast with sandy beaches before heading back to Ballina via Bangor Erris, on the banks of the Owenmore River.
Thursday
Start the day at Foxford Woollen Mill, founded by an Irish nun in 1892 with an introduction to a century of manufacturing and craftmanship. Take time to browse before visiting the National Museum of Ireland - Country Life, here you can immerse yourselves in Irelands rural past and recent ways of life in a Victorian Gothic mansion overlooking gardens and parkland.
Friday
Check out of our hotel following breakfast to head back to Dublin and our overnight stay at Clayton Hotel Leopardstown on the outskirts of the city with a lunch stop in Athlone en-route
Saturday
Check out of our overnight hotel following breakfast to head into the city of Dublin for some free time, allowing time for lunch, before heading to Dublin Port to bid farewell to the Emerald Isle and board the 14.45hrs Stena Line ferry to Holyhead. Re-join the coach as we disembark in Holyhead and continue our journey home. (As there is no porterage at our overnight hotels on this tour customers may prefer to take a smaller overnight bag, please ensure you have your essentials including medication and valuables as access to the coach once we are at the overnight hotel will not be possible).
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| Hotel | Bloomfield House Hotel, Leisure Club & Spa, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, N91 HP8E, Ireland |
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| Hotel Star Rating | 4 Star |
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| Hotel Contact | +353 44 934 0894 |
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| About the hotel | Bloomfield House Hotel is a wonderful 4-star hotel surrounded by magnificent parkland on the shores of Lough Ennell where you can expect traditional Irish hospitality, elegant décor and modern facilities. Guest bedrooms are spacious, comfortable, beautifully decorated rooms, a wonderful space in which to relax following a busy day travelling. |
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| Safe/Safety Deposit Box | No |
| AC | No |
| Pool | Yes |
| Gym | Yes |
| Iron | Yes |
| Tea/Coffee | Yes |
| Porterage | No (see note on itinerary) |
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| SRS | £184.00 single room supplement | For Sole Use | Yes |
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| Hotel | Great National Hotel, Rathnaconeen, Ballina, Co. Mayo, F26 X5P3, Ireland |
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| Hotel Star Rating | 4 Star |
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| Hotel Contact | +353 96 23600 |
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| About the hotel | The Great National Hotel is a contemporary hotel located along the Wild Atlantic Way, just a few minutes’ drive from Ballina town. An excellent location to explore Co Mayo and the Wild Atlantic Way. Visit the hotels leisure centre and relax in the steam room and sauna or go for a swim in the pool to relax. Guest bedrooms are spacious, comfortable, contemporary rooms, a great place to relax following a busy day exploring this wonderful area of the beautiful Emerald Isle.
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| Safe/Safety Deposit Box | Yes |
| AC | No |
| Pool | Yes |
| Gym | Yes |
| Iron | Yes |
| Tea/Coffee | Yes |
| Porterage | Yes |
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| Hotel | Clayton Hotel Leopardstown, Central Park, Sandyford Business Park, District, Co. Dublin, D18 K2P1, Ireland |
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| Hotel Star Rating | 4 Star |
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| About the hotel | At the foothills of the Dublin Mountains on the outskirts of South Dublin you’ll find the Clayton Hotel Leopardstown. This modern informal hotel offers contemporary guest bedrooms that are beautifully decorated and designed to offer calm and relaxation for a great nights sleep. |
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| Hairdryer | Yes |
| Lift | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Safe/Safety Deposit Box | Yes |
| AC | No |
| Pool | No |
| Gym | Yes |
| Iron | Yes |
| Tea/Coffee | Yes |
| Porterage | No (see note on itinerary) |
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Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
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| Keele Services | Keele Services |
| Leyland Tesco Extra | Leyland Tesco Extra, Bus Lane |
| Poplar 2000 | Lymm Moto- Poplar 2000 Services Coach Bay WA13 0SP |
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