Festive Favourites - Sip, Shop & Stay

2026

Festive Favourites - Sip, Shop & Stay
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Festive Favourites - Sip, Shop & Stay

2026

Dublin truly sparkles at Christmas, offering everything from world-class museums and scenic river cruises to historic prisons and treasured ancient manuscripts, the only challenge is choosing what to enjoy first. No festive visit would be complete without sampling Ireland’s most famous tipples, so why not warm up with a visit to the iconic Guinness Storehouse or raise a glass with a smooth Irish whiskey at Jameson’s Distillery.

Please note: all excursions mentioned are not included and should be arranged upon booking.

 

Includes:

*  Travel in festive comfort with luxury coach transport

*  Enjoy a magical 1-night stay in a centrally located city-centre hotel

*  Free time to soak up Dublin’s Christmas atmosphere, lights and markets

*  Optional festive treat: Relax in the Stena Plus Lounge – £60 return

*  Get into the holiday spirit with access to Duty Free Christmas shopping!

 

Dublin truly sparkles at Christmas, offering everything from world-class museums and scenic river cruises to historic prisons and treasured ancient manuscripts, the only challenge is choosing what to enjoy first. No festive visit would be complete without sampling Ireland’s most famous tipples, so why not warm up with a visit to the iconic Guinness Storehouse or raise a glass with a smooth Irish whiskey at Jameson’s Distillery.

Please note: all excursions mentioned are not included and should be arranged upon booking.

 

Includes:

*  Travel in festive comfort with luxury coach transport

*  Enjoy a magical 1-night stay in a centrally located city-centre hotel

*  Free time to soak up Dublin’s Christmas atmosphere, lights and markets

*  Optional festive treat: Relax in the Stena Plus Lounge – £60 return

*  Get into the holiday spirit with access to Duty Free Christmas shopping!

 

Hotel

Academy Plaza Hotel

Located just off O’Connell Street in the vibrant heart of Dublin, the Academy Plaza Hotel blends modern design with Irish charm. Settle into one of 304 air-conditioned rooms, thoughtfully furnished with comfort and convenience in mind. Set out to explore iconic sights like Temple Bar, Trinity College, and the shopping streets, all just minutes away.

 

itinerary

Saturday – We travel to Holyhead and board the 9:00am ferry to Dublin, arriving around 12:15pm. On arrival, our coach will transfer you to your hotel for check-in, before you head out to enjoy Dublin’s festive sights and seasonal buzz.

Sunday – Enjoy a relaxed morning at leisure, soaking up the last of the Christmas atmosphere, before meeting the coach at the hotel for the 2:45pm ferry back to Holyhead.

 

Departing
Sat 12 Dec, 2026
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DUBLIN 136
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Pickup Points
  • (TBC) Abergele 1 Tesco Bus Stop
  • (TBC) Bangor - A55 Services Bangor - A55 Services
  • (TBC) Colwyn Bay 3 Railway Station
  • (TBC) Holyhead Passenger Terminal Holyhead Passenger Terminal
  • (TBC) Kinmel Bay 4 Traffic Lights Bus Stop
  • (TBC) Llanddulas The Fairview Inn
  • (TBC) Llandudno Junction 1 Station Hotel Bus Stop
  • (TBC) Meliden 3 Garden Centre
  • (TBC) Pensarn 1 Roundabout Bus Stop
  • (TBC) Prestatyn 11 Opp. Jolly Sailor
  • (TBC) Prestatyn 13 Mini Roundabout
  • (TBC) Prestatyn 2 Ffrith Bus Stop
  • (TBC) Prestatyn 4 Victoria Hotel
  • (TBC) Rhuddlan 3 Highlands Bus Stop
  • (TBC) Rhyl - Kinmel Street. Opp Journal Offices Rhyl - Kinmel Street. Opp Journal Offices
  • (TBC) Rhyl 4 St Margaret's Drive Bus Stop
  • (TBC) Towyn Wendover Bus Stop
  • (TBC) Voel Depot Voel Coaches
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Academy Plaza Hotel

Dublin truly sparkles at Christmas, offering everything from world-class museums and scenic river cruises to historic prisons and treasured ancient manuscripts, the only challenge is choosing what to enjoy first. No festive visit would be complete without sampling Ireland’s most famous tipples, so why not warm up with a visit to the iconic Guinness Storehouse or raise a glass with a smooth Irish whiskey at Jameson’s Distillery.

Please note: all excursions mentioned are not included and should be arranged upon booking.