We go through southern Sweden and Denmark. Then we take the ferry Rödby–Puttgarden which takes 45 minutes. In Germany, we continue to Bremen where we check in at our hotel. The day ends with a joint dinner.

Breakfast and departure to Amsterdam. We travel through the Netherlands and in the late afternoon we arrive at the ferry terminal in IJmuiden outside Amsterdam. From here, the DFDS Seaways ferry departs for Newcastle and we spend the night on board. For those who wish, it is possible to pre-book dinner on the ferry. Price from 375:-

We have breakfast on the sea before arriving at Newcastle harbour and travelling further west to Cairnryan, a trip of about four hours. Lunch we eat on our own during Day. In Cairnryan we take Stena Line's ships to Northern Ireland Belfast where we check in at our hotel La Mon & Country Club and have a joint dinner.

After a typical Irish breakfast, we get to know Northern Ireland's capital, Belfast, on a city tour by bus. The tour starts at City Hall, which was built in the classical Renaissance style between 1898 and 1906 and has become a symbol of the sudden new wealth brought about by the Industrial Revolution. We continue past some of the city's most famous buildings such as the Grand Opera House from 1894 and the Waterfront Hall, Belfast's new and modern concert hall. The tour goes past the Albert Clock Tower and we make a stop at the famous Queen's University. We also have time for lunch before we head on to Ireland's capital Dublin. The road takes about 2.5 hours. Once there, we check in at Harcourt Hotel and have an evening for our own events.
Perhaps you would like to visit some places at your own pace, such as Temple Bar, Dublin Castle or walking through Grafton Street.

After breakfast, it's time to discover Dublin on a city tour by bus. The River Liffey divides Dublin into two halves. The north side is famous for the shopping streets O'Connell and Henry Street. On the south side is the elegant shopping street Grafton Street, St. Stephen's Green Park and the two historic cathedrals, St. Patrick's and Christ Church.
As we conclude the city tour of Liberties, we will enjoy a visit to Teeling Distillery. We will be guided through the entire production process of whisky making, from mashing, to fermentation to distillation and then maturation. At the end of the tour, enjoy a glass of Teeling Small Batch neatly, on the rocks, or as an "old-fashioned cocktail."
After the visit, we travel to the next destination, cozy Galway, with lunch stops on the way. Once there, we have the afternoon to discover the port city on our own. In the evening we have dinner together at the Clayton Galway Hotel.

We have breakfast and drive further south towards the county of Clare. Here we travel through the Burren; This vast limestone plateau is classified as a national park and is often described as a lunar landscape. The eroded limestone plateaus with deep grooves and furrows are a fascinating sight. There is a fine fauna and flora here all year round and a walk in the Burren is an unforgettable experience.
Today, one of the highlights of the trip is on the agenda: the coastal area of the Cliffs of Moher. Ireland's most famous cliffs stretch five kilometers between Hags Head and Cornelius O'Brian's observation tower and reach a height of 215 meters. From this cape, the view stretches to the Aran Islands to the west, the Kerry Mountains to the south and the Connemara hills to the north. Many seabirds, such as the storm petrel, build their nests here. When we have been fascinated by the views and surroundings, we continue to the George Hotel in Limerick, where we have dinner together and spend the night.

After breakfast, we travel back east towards Kilkenny and take a visit to one of the most instantly recognized buildings in Ireland. Kilkenny Castle has been an important site since it was built by the Anglo-Normans in the 12th century. The castle has been rebuilt in Victorian times and is set in extensive parks that were the headquarters of the Butler family, the Marquesses and the Dukes of Ormonde. Due to major restoration work, the central block now contains a library, salon and bedrooms decorated in 1830s splendour, as well as the beautiful Long Gallery. A suite of former servants' rooms is now the Butler Art Gallery, which has frequently changing exhibitions of contemporary art. Enjoy lunch during your own arrangement in Kilkenny before continuing your journey to Dublin. We check in at the Camden Court Hotel and are free to enjoy the evening on our own.

It's time to leave Ireland for England. We head to the port of Dublin and take the Stena Line ferry to Holyhead there. Our bus continues to Liverpool. We start by experiencing the city during a city tour by bus. For the past two centuries, this port city has been a maritime powerhouse, home to The Beatles and had world-class football teams. We see large old buildings, showcasing Liverpool's incredible wealth from the maritime trade alongside architecturally progressive futuristic structures. On the waterfront, the Albert Dock complex is housed in converted warehouses and offers a collection of excellent museums, including The Beatles Story, Liverpool Maritime Museum and Tate Modern. The tour also takes us past St George's Hall and Liverpool Cathedral. Finally, we make a stop at the Cavern Club on Mathew Street, where The Beatles performed 300 times before they got their big break.
After the city tour, we will have time to discover the city on our own before we gather at the Mercure Haydock hotel for dinner together.

After breakfast, we travel on to Newcastle to board the ferry to Amsterdam. On the way, we stop in Manchester, a city with a rich and fascinating history and two of the best football teams in the world. The city is also known for producing some of the world's most iconic bands, including The Stone Roses, New Order, The Smiths, Joy Division, and Oasis. We will enjoy panoramic views through the city with time for some luch. The DFDS ferry departs from Newcastle at 21:00.
For those who wish, it is possible to pre-book dinner on board. Price from 375:-

We arrive in Amsterdam in the morning and continue our journey to Hamburg where we spend the night and dinner together.

We head to the ferry Puttgarden – Rödby and then Sweden and our hometown.