Ireland Cruise from Dublin to Greenock — 8 Days

7 nights · Ireland · Departs Dublin (Ireland) · Visiting Isle of Man, Belfast, Greencastle-Londonderry, Killybegs, Oban UK, Isle of Bute, Greenock-Glasgow · Aboard Ponant Cruises on the L'Austral

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Cruise linePonant Cruises
ShipL'Austral
Duration7 nights
Port calls8
Departures1 sailings
From fare$5,320 per person
Year built2011
Guests264
Cabins132
Crew140
Length142 m
Beam18 m
Cruising speed14.0 kn
  1. Day 1

    Dublin, Ireland

    Dublin is a city best explored on foot, where Georgian squares, lively lanes and centuries of history sit close together. From Dublin Port, the centre is a short drive away, making a day ashore easy to shape. See the Book of Kells at Trinity College, then trace the Liffey through the city centre. A pint in a traditional pub is an invitation to linger.

  2. Day 2

    Isle of Man

    Douglas, the Isle of Man’s capital, welcomes visitors with a broad seafront. Its Victorian promenade and Manx Museum offer a concise introduction to the island’s history. Ride the electric railway north to Ramsey, or visit Tynwald Hill, where the island’s parliament holds its annual open-air sitting. Beyond town, rugged cliffs, sandy bays and quiet roads reward exploration on foot or by car.

  3. Day 3

    Belfast

    Belfast pairs a proud maritime past with a lively, walkable centre. At Titanic Belfast, the story of the famous liner unfolds beside the shipyard where she was built. Nearby, grand City Hall and the Cathedral Quarter reveal different sides of the city, from civic confidence to café-lined lanes. Across west Belfast, political murals offer a vivid perspective on its recent history. With the Giant’s Causeway within reach, Belfast also makes a compelling starting point for Northern Ireland’s dramatic coast.

  4. Day 4

    Greencastle-Londonderry

    Greencastle, on Donegal’s Inishowen Peninsula, is a small harbour town at the mouth of Lough Foyle. Across the water lies Northern Ireland; inland, Derry/Londonderry rewards a visit with remarkably complete seventeenth-century walls and a complex history. Walk the ramparts for river views, then explore the Guildhall and Bogside murals, which record the city’s recent past. At Greencastle, the Inishowen Maritime Museum explores local fishing heritage, and the shore offers wide views across the lough.

  5. Day 5

    Killybegs, Ireland

    Killybegs is Ireland’s largest fishing port, a working harbour on Donegal’s rugged south coast. Watch trawlers unload their catch, then explore the town’s maritime story at the Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Centre. Beyond the quays, the road leads towards Slieve League, where immense Atlantic-facing cliffs rise above the sea. Come for a close view of Ireland’s fishing life; stay for Donegal’s wide horizons and fresh seafood.

  6. Day 6

    Oban UK

    Oban sits on Scotland’s west coast, where hills rise above the sheltered Firth of Lorn. Its ferry terminal links the mainland with the Hebrides, and the compact town is easy to explore on foot. Climb to McCaig’s Tower for views across the harbour and islands. Then sample seafood along the waterfront or visit Oban Distillery, founded in 1794. For a port call, Oban pairs island links, historic sights and a working harbour within easy reach.

  7. Day 7

    Isle of Bute

    On the Isle of Bute, Scotland feels close to the sea and refreshingly unhurried. Rothesay, the island’s main town, faces the Firth of Clyde with a Victorian seafront and a rare circular medieval castle. Beyond town, quiet roads lead to sandy bays, open farmland and Mount Stuart, a striking neo-Gothic country house. Explore its richly decorated interiors and gardens, then stroll Rothesay’s promenade before leaving.

  8. Day 8

    Greenock-Glasgow

    Greenock places you on the broad Firth of Clyde, with the hills of Argyll rising across the water. Once a shipbuilding and trading powerhouse, this port rewards a closer look at its waterfront. The neoclassical Custom House, built between 1818 and 1822, is one of Scotland’s finest examples of its kind. Glasgow’s museums and architecture are within reach, while the Clyde coast offers quieter views and small-town stops.

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Published August 3, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard

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