THE SOUTH EAST
Discover some of the most scenic coastal countryside, visit Hook Head, the oldest working lighthouse in Northern Europe, walk in the footsteps of a group of Irish famine emigrants at the Dunbrody Heritage Ship & visit the birth place of John F Kennedys’ ancestors.
THE SOUTH EAST
Fondly referred to by the ‘Irish’ as the ‘Sunny South East’, the region is famous for its vibrant towns, rural getaways and coastal villages and resorts. The landscape of the South East comprises a mix of rolling hills, woodlands and farmlands, picturesque river valleys, and a craggy coastline adorned by a necklace of quaint fishing villages and coastal resorts. Students can expect to experience a rich
variety of excursions in the South East. Known as Ireland’s historic region students will step back in time & experience Ireland’s Celtic, Viking and Norman past at some of Irelands most visted heritage sites. The South East is alive with adventure, activities & festivals. Our tours & adventures promise to introduce you to some of the finest countryside & attractions in the region.
ACTIVITIES IN THE SOUTH EAST
The following activities take place in or around The South East.
- Hook Light House vistor centre
- Art & crafts workshops
- Horse riding
- Ancestral home of JF Kennedy
- Watersports & adventure
- Walking & cycling
- Dunbrody famine ship
- Cinema
- Bowling
- Tour of Kilkenny castle
- Festivals & events
- Golf & fishing