Glasson to Killaloe on the river Shannon
Shannon
Glasson
Sunday
Guests are met at the designated meeting point and transferred by coach to the Shannon Princess moored at Glasson.
Your Captain and his crew welcome you on board the delightful Shannon Princess with Champagne, Black Velvets or Irish Coffees!
Dinner aboard
Glasson to Athlone
Monday
The adventure begins this morning as we cruise around the beautiful 'inner lakes' and then continue north to Lough Redd exploring some of the 365 islands on the lake, before arriving at Athlone.
No trip to Ireland would be complete without a trip to a distillery, so after lunch, we visit the Kilbeggan Whiskey Distillery, the oldest licenced whisky distillery in the world. After discovering the history here, we'll continue on to visit an artisan craft village at Balllinahown before returning to the barge.
Dinner aboard.
Athlone to Shannonbridge
Tuesday
Today we negotiate Athlone Lock and head south through Europe's finest example of 'Callow' landscape, rich with wildlife. We moor at Clonmacnoise ruins, a famous 6th-century university and monastic settlement.
After a tour, we continue our cruise on to Shannonbridge, our mooring for the night.
After lunch, we take a private guided trip to Leap Castle. Will we sense any spirits in this reputedly haunted house?
Dinner aboard, after which the Captain invites you to join him for a traditional pint in Killeen's pub for an entertaining evening with the locals.
Shannonbridge to Terryglass
Wednesday
We cruise a very pretty stretch of the Shannon through Meelick Lock, pausing as Portumna swing bridge is opened to allow us passage onto idyllic Lough Derg and then moor at Terryglass Harbour.
After lunch, we set off to visit the stunning Birr Castle with its magnificent gardens, fascinating Science centre and the historic Great Telescope which was the largest in the world when built in 1845!
After such an informative afternoon, we return to the Shannon Princess for our evening dinner aboard.
Terryglass to Mountshannon
Thursday
Cameras at the ready again today... We visit the beautiful walled gardens of Portumna Castle and the lively centre of Galway City before lunch in a traditional Guinness and Oysters pub.
Then, time to relax and admire the views during our afternoon cruise along Lough Derg to moor at Mount Shannon.
Dinner aboard.
Mountshannon to Killaloe
Friday
For our final cruise, we head toward Killaloe, where we have time to explore the town briefly. After lunch on board, we'll head off to visit Aldare Manor, a splendid estate on the banks of the River Maigue, for a falconry demonstration.
The afternoon draws to a close by visiting a traditional Irish hand-weaving workshop to discover this art before rejoining Shannon Princess for our
'Slainte' cocktail reception and Captain's Dinner aboard.
Killaloe
Saturday
After breakfast, disembark the barge and transfer by private minibus to Dublin
Glasson to Killaloe on the river Shannon rates
The rates shown are standard, before any applicable discounts or promotions.
| 2026 USD, for American and Canadian residents | Regular | Value | |||
| Whole boat charter for 10 | 67, 000 USD | 59, 000 USD | |||
| Whole boat charter for 8 | 63, 400 USD | 55, 800 USD | |||
| Whole boat charter for 6 | 59, 800 USD | 52, 600 USD | |||
| Junior suite per person | 7, 390 USD | 6, 450 USD | |||
| Single supplement | 2, 700 USD | 2, 400 USD | |||
| 2026 STERLING rates for UK residents | Regular | Value | |||
| Whole boat charter for 10 | £53, 000 | £46, 500 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 8 | £50, 000 | £44, 000 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 6 | £47, 000 | £41, 500 | |||
| Junior suite per person | £5, 790 | £5, 050 | |||
| Single supplement | £2, 100 | £1, 900 | |||
| 2026 EURO rates ALL OTHER COUNTRIES | Regular | Value | |||
| Whole boat charter for 10 | 63, 000 € | 55, 000 € | |||
| Whole boat charter for 8 | 59, 600 € | 52, 000 € | |||
| Whole boat charter for 6 | 56, 200 € | 49, 000 € | |||
| Junior suite per person | 6, 850 € | 5, 990 € | |||
| Single supplement | 2, 500 € | 2, 200 € |
Themed cruises
Artisan cruise: No supplement
Includes visits to specialist artisans where a variety of hand-made products are produced.
Family charter: No supplement
Families with children charter cruises include tailor-made itineraries that consider the ages and interests of all those in the group. A wide range of activities can be arranged with us, some of which will incur a supplement, e.g. Go-Karting. Other activities can be booked directly with the provider, e.g.hot-air ballooning.
Baby and child equipment can be provided without extra cost, including children's bikes and helmets, car seats, cots, high-chairs etc.
Golf cruises include four pre-booked and paid tee times and transfers to and from the golf clubs. Hire of clubs, caddy and buggy not included
Includes daily walking with a professional walking guide
2026 Departure Dates
Value dates: April 19 - May 9
Regular dates: May 10 to September 26