A one-day journey through Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, celebrating the stories of strong, stylish women in literature and public life

Route: Cavan ➝ Edgeworthstown ➝ Boyle ➝ Return to Cavan

Solo-friendly | Story-rich

Route Overview

Tour Highlights at a Glance:

📍 Edgeworthstown – Visit the Festival of Literature & Arts - Fashion in the Lifetime of Maria Edgeworth

📍 Boyle – Guided tour of King House - expect Georgian Elegance meets a Presidents Legacy

Departure: 9.30am sharp from Hotel Kilmore, Co. Cavan
Return: Approx. 6:00pm to Hotel Kilmore
Morning tea & lunch included 

STOP 1 – Edgeworthstown

The Pen & the Petticoat

• Visit the hometown of pioneering author Maria Edgeworth
• Enjoy the featured event:
🎩 “Fashion in the Lifetime of Maria Edgeworth”
– An illustrated talk on Georgian-era dress and daily life

STOP 2 – Boyle

From Mansions to Modern Voices

• Tour King House – a stunning Georgian townhouse built in 1720

• Admire the State gifts & presidential outfits of Mary McAleese - one of four historic collections on display at King House

• Reflect on the changing roles of women through time

• Meet with local storytellers & artists (optional add-on)

• Enjoy lunch in Boyle & finish with an afternoon shopping spree.
  

Day trip cost: €110

🚌 Car-Free | Care-Free | Story-Rich Travel
👭 Solo-friendly – come away with us

Calling all foodies, culture lovers and music fans!

Come Away Together on our solo-friendly weekend escape through the heart of Ulster, for a 3 day weekend full of flavours, stories and tunes, at an easy pace and in great company.

Meeting Point: Enniskillen Castle, Co. Fermanagh Find this on Google Maps
Solo-Friendly, Friendship groups, couples, all welcome

Day 1 – Flavour & Folklore in Enniskillen

Come Away Together on our solo-friendly weekend escape through the heart of Ulster, for a weekend full of flavours, stories and tunes, at an easy pace and in great company.

We gather at Enniskillen Castle -  easily accessible from Dublin by Expressway bus - then dive straight into the award-winning ‘A Taste of Enniskillen’  - a multi award-winning foodie walking tour. Expect local bites, artisan sips and lots of Ulster banter. This tour is full of flavour, stories and laughs, as we sip, savour and stroll our way through this island town. We’ll meet local producers, taste a dozen or so specialities and uncover the legends behind every bite. 

After this warm and tasty welcome, we journey north into Donegal, soaking up the scenic views  (weather – permitting!) as we make our way to Letterkenny to check into our hotel and unwind for the evening.

Day 2 – A Festival of Food in Donegal

After an early morning dip in the hotel pool, you’ll dine on a typical Irish breakfast, before making our way to the stunning, family-owned Oakfield Estate for a full day at the 2025 Donegal Festival of Food. Set across 100 acres of landscaped gardens, sculpture trails, lakes and parkland, Oakfield is home to Ireland’s longest miniature railway - and yes, we’ll enjoy a scenic ride through the gardens, woodlands and sculpture trails aboard this charming train.

Expect regional culinary delights, live music, artisan food and drink and cooking demos from renowned chefs like Marco Pierre White & Rachel Allen.

It’s a feast for all the senses, with entertainment and discovery at every turn - whether you're a passionate foodie, a fan of local crafts, or simply in the mood for a great day out in great company.

Day 3 – Bluegrass, BBQ flavours & the Sperrin Glen

On our final day, we head via the Sperrin Glens to the Ulster American Folk Park’s Bluegrass Festival with a chance to glimpse the up-and-coming queen of blues and bluegrass: Muireann Bradley.

As well as toe-tapping music, you can gorge on Tex-Mex, smoky BBQ food, craft brews and classic Americana foods. This festival beautifully blends food, music and folklore.

Or you can simply immerse yourself in the story of Irish emigration: from the thatched cottages of Ulster, through a full-scale emigrant ship and into the log cabins of early America.

Trip Highlights

A Taste of Enniskillen – walking food tour and stories with local producers

Donegal Food Festival at Oakfield House – tastes, tunes, and train rides

Retail magic at McElhinneys of Ballybofey

Bluegrass BBQ at the Ulster American Folk Park – a festival of food, music & good company

It’s for you if…

•        You love great flavours, rich stories & a spoonful of culture with every bite.

•        You ready to enjoy good company, new places and tasting as you go

•        You’re ready for a weekend with zero planning and max enjoyment

•        Better still…if you have a Free Travel Pass

All Aboard…

Don’t Stay Home Alone: Come Away Together for three story-packed days across Ulster - full of flavours, tunes and memories in the making.

Tour Price: Eur425 per person sharing

Includes:

• Accommodation: 2 nights B&B in Quality 4 * hotel in Letterkenny: double/twin occupancy.
  Single Supplement: €30 per night

• A Taste of Enniskillen – 4 hour guided walking food tour and stories with local producers

• Donegal Festival of Food entry at Oakfield House – tastes, tunes, and train rides

• Bluegrass Festival entry at the Ulster American Folk Park – a festival of food, music & good company

• Travel by private coach from Enniskillen.

Places are limited — For curious explorers, solo travellers, and day-trippers who love a bit of everything.
Come solo or bring a friend and let’s enjoy the trip, the food and the company.

Travel Smart tours - brought to you with support from:
Expressway – Free Travel Pass Friendly!
Fáilte Ireland & Discover Ireland – Car-free/Care-free travel

FT & PT (Free travel applies to/from Enniskillen, Private Coach Travel for the remainder of the tour