Ireland

BARGING THE SHANNON RIVER

The River Shannon flows for 200 miles north to south through Ireland's center. Strictly speaking, it is not a river at all, but a series of exceptionally scenic lakes connected by rivers and canals. Along its banks are dozens of historic towns, castles and monasteries that testify to Ireland's storied and turbulent history. This is also a waterway on which to observe nature. The river and adjacent floodplain support a wealth of

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birds, fish and other wildlife.

This waterway is connected to many peoples and personalities. The Romans first mapped it in 300 B.C. The Vikings followed in the first century A.D.and were not driven out for one thousand years. In the 5th and 6th centuries, a series of monasteries were founded along its banks - institutions that kept learning and culture alive in the Dark Ages. Many battles were fought here in the war between England and Ireland, too. Today, it is a peaceful and unspoiled center for boating vacations - just the perfect waterway on which to enjoy a river barge cruise!

Your river barge Shannon Pricess cruises between Quigley's Marina on Lough (lake) Ree and the charming town of Killaoe, a voyage of 125 miles. Stops at enchanting riverside towns such as Terryglass and Mountshannon alternate with larger moorings and excursions to off-river sights.

Cruises begin and end in Dublin, a newly fashionable city with great culture, shopping and nightlife. Join us for an idyllic and fascinating cruise through the heart of Ireland!

Shannon Princess - Shannon Waterways, Ireland
10 Guests, Deluxe
Shannon Princess cruises between Quigley's Marina and Killaloe on Ireland's Shannon Waterway. Chef Olivia Powers is sure to please the palette with her gourmet creations - and delicious homemade breads at every meal!