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IDA Conference - Friday Jaunting Cart and River Cruise Trip

Fri 26 Apr 2024
02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Great Southern Hotel, East Avenue Road, Killarney, Co Kerry

Traditional Jaunting Car and Lake Cruise Combination Tour Start your tour onboard a traditional Jaunting Car and enjoy the unique beauty of Killarney National Park and its wildlife as you ramble through its tree-lined avenues before your arrival at Ross Castle. Learn about the history, legends and folklore of the area from your local Jarvey Guide and also catch a glimpse of the Park’s unique wildlife including the Red Deer, the last native herd in Ireland. On arrival at Ross Castle, you will be invited to board our MV Lake Cruiser and set upon a voyage through Killarney’s largest and most picturesque Lake, Lough Léin, from the comfort of our glass-covered, heated vessel. Immerse yourself in the unique ecosystem of the National Park with its glistening Lakeland and majestic mountains for miles and learn about the folklore and legends of the area as well as its landmarks with live commentary from your informative Captain. Highlights nCruise in the comfort of a modern and heated glass-covered lake cruiser. nLearn about the flora and fauna of the area as well as the history of its most famous landmarks from your captain. nCatch a glimpse of unique wildlife such as the white-tailed eagle. nDrift by the 6th century Innisfallen Monastery founded by Augustinian monks. nCapture magnificent scenery of the Killarney lakes and mountains. nLearn about the ancient copper mines dating back 4000 years on Ross Island. nFollowing the cruise, enjoy a guided tour of Killarney National Park with a jarvey guide. nVisit areas of the National Park where no motor traffic is permitted. nView the magnificent St. Mary’s Cathedral on route. nObserve Ireland’s last herd of native red deer. nAwe-inspiring views of Ireland’s highest mountain range – the MacGillycuddy Reeks. nTake some leisure time at Ross Castle and Lough Léin. Pick up/drop off at the Great Southern Killarney. Price ¤50

Cancellation Policy All cancellations must be received in writing either by email, or by post to IDA House, Unit 2 Leopardstown Office Park, Sandyford, Dublin 18. Cancellations received 29 days or more prior to the course/event will be entitled to a 100% refund. Cancellations received between 15 days and 28 days (inclusive) prior to the course/event will receive a 75% refund. For cancellations received between 1 day and 14 days (inclusive) prior to the course/event, no refund will be given. Failure to attend the course/event on the day will constitute late cancellation and no refund will be given. Substitutions are welcome at any time. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the programme may change and the IDA reserves the right to cancel the event or alter the venue and/or speakers.

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