The River Shannon..........  for a relaxing barging vacation

Far removed from the hustle and bustle of modern living, lies the lordly river Shannon. A profusion of lakes and streams, meandering effortlessly through some of the most beautiful scenery in Ireland. The most extensive inland waterway in Ireland and Britain, with over 300km of navigable flowing waters. The Shannon is set amidst one of Europe’s most environmentally pure and spectacular landscapes. It’s tranquil atmosphere and unhurried pace invites you to completely unwind and savour the pleasures of floating through Ireland’s inland waterways.

Explore the lengends and myths

What better way to explore the very heart of Ireland than cruising on the lovely SHANNON PRINCESS II. Unshroud a river wrapped in legends, myths and the gentle mists of time, Slip through a countryside little changed over the centuries as we pass by Ancient monasteries, prehistoric Cities, Fairy forts and Celtic Villages.Norman Keeps and Viking Towers cast a watchful eye on the SHANNON PRINCESS II as she floats through the Shannon’s unspoiled waterways. Set your watch to Shannon time, as wandering waters pass fishermen, wild deer and grazing horses. Kingfishers and wild orchids splash colour across our day. Gliding birds of prey swoop and dive for leaping salmon on their way upstream.We pass through locks, bridges, forest park and ancient mountains as we set our course for any of the Shannon’s charming villages.