A personal history guide will travel with you to North Tipperary and show you the ancient sights off the beaten path. The mythology and folklore go hand in hand in this ancient part of Ireland. A stop off to meet the Chieftan of the Kennedy clan is a must. And to finish your trip, a gentle cruise down the River Shannon.

• Travel to Rearcross
• Visit the Courtcairn ( an ancient burial and solstice site)
• Also, a place of Irish folklore and mythology legends, the Leaba of Diarmuid & Grainne
• See the church that was sailed over from Wales
• Refreshments with the Chieftain of the Kennedy clan
• Travel to Ballina
• River Cruise on the Shannon (1 hour)
• Return to Baileys

Full day. €100pp, based on 4/6. Can be added to any other package/overnight stay.

A private tour guide will show you some hidden gems and give you the history and folklore of the area. Close to Cashel, Athassel Priory was one of the largest and most important Augustinian priories in Ireland with the Prior having a seat in English Parliament.

In the Glen of Aherlow, Charles Bianconi established the first coach system of travel in Munster and later in all of Ireland. The original road from the mid-18th century can be tricky to find but you will be in good hands with your guide.

The views from the area around Christ the King are simply stunning.

• Start at Athassel Priory, private guided tour.
• To the Glen of Aherlow, walk the actual path Bianconi first travelled
• See Christ the King statue and views, stunning scenery/photographs

Half day, €60pp, based on 4 people. Individuals/groups can be arranged. Hiking boots or suitable alternative required.

Kilkenny is a medieval city just over an hour from Baileys. The castle there was built in 1195 and is very well preserved. Known for its many fine examples of architecture, Kilkenny is also known for its culture, craic and arts industries.

Included:

• 2 B&B
• Dinner on 1 evening
• Transport to Kilkenny
• Medieval Mile – Tour of the castle.
• Packed picnic lunch in the park
• Rothe House, St. Canice’s Cathedral & Round Tower.
• Bennetsbridge, Stephen Moss potter, watch as they make and hand paint
• Return to Baileys for Irish Coffee

From €300pps, group discounts can apply.

The Derrynaflan Chalice was found on the grounds of the old church on Derrynaflan Island. Surrounded by bogland, the natural environment provides a home for rare butterflies and flora. Our guide will lead you through the bog straight to the old church and will tell of the history and folklore on the way.

The second part of the tour will bring you to either Loughmore Castle or Holycross Abbey, again with guided tours provided and a stop at either The Tearooms in Loughmore or Glasheens in Holycross.

• 2 Night B&B
• Dinner on 1 Evening
• Half Day Tour
• Transport included
• Can be added to any other package

N.B. Hiking boots or suitable alternative essential. (arrangements can be made for a shorter walk)

€280 pps. Group discounts can apply.

Cashel is an old medieval town with many fine sights including the Rock of Cashel, Hore Abbey & more. A 90 minute private guided walking tour will show you around and give you the history. A Baileys Irish coffee awaits you in our library when you return. (Subject to Guide availability)

• 1 night B&B, king room
• Private guided tour
• Baileys Irish coffee

Depart Baileys Hotel by luxury coach and head to the private yard of Sam Curling, accompanied by a guide, for an intimate look into the life of this world-renowned, point-to-point trainer. Enjoy a personally guided tour of his yard. Sam, who specialises in yearlings, 2- and 3-year-olds, has usually has up to 80 horses at any one time.Learn about his day-to-day & the well-known horses that have come through his yard. See the horses being exercised. Visit the gallops and all-weather training area.
Luxury overnight accommodation is included along with a Tipperary Food Producers Breakfast of Champions& gift bag.

Meet well known racehorse trainer and former jockey, Adrian Maxwell, in the cosy library of Baileys Hotel for an exclusive, informal chat with a Tipperary whiskey in hand.

During this personal experience, Adrian will reveal how he became a trainer &the exhilarating experience of winning at Cheltenham & Ascot. Be engaged as Adrian regales stories of this amazing racing career. His entertaining story-telling style and perfect recall will engage you completely in his anecdotes from those years.

A unique, highly personal experience, you will get a fabulous insight into the racing world.Luxury overnight accommodation is included along with a Tipperary Food Producers Breakfast of Champions& Gift bag