Gardens of the North West
Ireland
Fully Guided
Your Guided Garden Tour Of The North West
Travel with us through the counties of Meath, Cavan, Donegal, Tyrone, Fermanagh and Leitrim to experience some of the best gardens in the north west of Ireland. Our garden short break will begin with a visit to Kilgar Gardens, a series of gardens covering an area of three acres and containing a beautiful rose garden. Then we’ll discover Salthill Gardens, a stunning walled garden which overlooks Donegal Bay and admire the much loved cottage garden of Sea View Garden. Next, uncover the Japanese inspired area in Tattykeel Gardens, learn more about sustainable gardening at the Organic Centre and explore Cavan Burren Park, one of Ireland's hidden heartlands. Before returning home, our final highlight will be Florence Court House & Gardens, which houses the original Irish yew trees. This garden holiday is a fantastic opportunity to see some of the best gardens in Ireland.
Trip Itinerary
Activity Level: Leisurely
Day
Depart Dublin and Kilgar Gardens
Depart Dublin, Kilgar Gardens & Private Garden Visit
Full DayWe depart today, with our expert gardener Brona Dore, from The Alex Hotel in Dublin. Our first visit of the day is to Kilgar Gardens in Co Meath followed by an included lunch before our visit to a private garden in Belturbet, Co Cavan. Following our visit we will travel to the Slieve Russell Hotel where our tour is based. An evening meal is included each night during our stay.
Salthill Gardens & Seaview Garden
Salthill Gardens
MorningFollowing a leisurely breakfast we depart our hotel for a visit to Salthill Gardens in Mountcharles, Co Donegal. Overlooking Donegal Bay this contemporary kitchen garden consists is cultivated and maintained by Elizabeth Temple.
Seaview Garden
AfternoonOur day continues with an included lunch before enjoying a visit to Seaview Garden, one of Donegal’s best loved cottage gardens. This is a plan lovers paradise with modern varieties of shrubs and herbaceous plants giving year round colour. We return to our hotel this afternoon.
Tatty Keel Gardens & Cavan Burren Park
Tatty Keel Gardens
MorningThis morning we start our day with a visit to Tatty Keel Gardens outside Omagh. This landscaped country garden is planted with conifers, roses, shrubs and perennials. There is a sheltered seating area, a Japanese inspired area with an array of interesting features.
The Organic Centre
AfternoonFollowing some free time for lunch at The Organic Centre (at own expense) we will enjoy a guided visit of these wonderful gardens in Co. Leitrim. Promoting organic gardening, horticulture and sustainable living we’ll explore the grounds and learn all about this social enterprise.
Cavan Burren Park
AfternoonOur final visit of the day is to Cavan Burren Park with its fascinating geological and archaeological forest landscape. Home to preserved glacial erratics, spectacular megaliths and spectacular views a memorable visit awaits.
Florence Court House & Gardens
Florence Court House & Gardens
MorningAfter checking out of our hotel we will depart for a morning visit to Florence Court House & Gardens, a beautiful 18th century home set on a sustainable estate and gardens. Highlights include a historic walled garden with its native Irish apple orchard , an old Icehouse, early 19th century water feature and is also home to original Irish Yew Trees. Free time for lunch (at own expense)
Return to Dublin
AfternoonWe return to The Alex Hotel, Dublin in the late afternoon after a wonderful few days discovering the Gardens of the North West.
* We aim to operate your tour itinerary according to the format shown. Occasionally, local conditions and unexpected events may result in adjustments to the planned schedule. We kindly ask for your understanding and flexibility in the event of any changes.
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You will be met on arrival at your destination airport and transferred to your accommodation. You will be accompanied on all included excursions by your Travel Department guide. Your expert local guide is also available to give you tips and advice on any aspect of your holiday.
