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Inland cruising

Far from the madding crowds and a million miles from urban gridlock, there’s nothing quite like bobbing along Ireland’s gently flowing canals, lakes and rivers.

Why cruise Ireland

There’s a certain sense of peace and tranquility at the heart of Ireland’s lakelands and waterways.

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The Waterways

A slow, contemplative way to travel through a land that is rich with scenic waterways, if ever there was a way to banish the stresses and strains of modern life, this would surely be it…

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Beyond the Boat

The real joy of cruising Ireland’s waterways is stopping off and enjoying the sights, scenery and the bountiful activities along the way…

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Plan Your Cruise

You definitely don’t have to forgo luxury as soon as you step aboard, there’s a lot more to a cruising holiday than meets the eye!

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Need to know

From moorings and safety to fuel and provisions, we’ve got everything you need to know to head off on a trip of a lifetime...

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Special offer

3 Mill Court - 2 night self-catering break

3 Mill Court - 2 night self-catering break

Offer from the Northern Ireland Tourist Board 2008 Short Breaks promotion. 2 night self-catering break - contact premises for more...

Did you know

The River Shannon has a long and illustrious history and was first mapped by Roman cartographer Ptolemy in 300BC when it was an important trade route from Europe.