Banagher, round trip, 7 nights

7 nights along the Shannon: from Clonmacnoise to the monastic islands of Lough Ree, cruise in the footsteps of the Celts through the most beautiful part of Ireland.

Departure :

Banagher

Via :

Lough Ree

Arrival :

Banagher

From

1274€

Dates from 17/10/2026 to 24/10/2026 (7 nights) on model Pénichette Premium 4/5 Pers.

The must-sees
Our tips for your cruise

Clonmacnoise: travel back 1500 years

Also known as ‘The Seven Churches’, the monastery of Clonmacnoise is a key site in Irish Christian history.

Athlone: a vibrant town on the Shannon

Life is vibrant in Athlone, the largest town on the River Shannon. Shoppers will love it. For the family: don’t miss the castle, which takes you back 800 years with fun and interactive exhibits. Then admire the stained glass of St. Peter and Paul’s Church. No river cruise in Ireland is complete without a visit to Sean’s Bar, the oldest pub in Ireland.

Lough Ree: hikes and islands for the adventurer in you

With its 105 km², Lough Ree is popular with anglers but also offers many activities: hiking the Liliput Way trail, visiting Saint Faithleach’s holy well, and exploring Rathcline’s castle and cemetery with its Celtic crosses. The lake’s most visited attraction is Inchcleraun Island, home to a 6th-century monastery recognized as a national monument by the Irish government. Legend says Queen Medb of Connacht was killed here—with a slingshot and a piece of cheese.

The itinerary
The steps of your cruise

Clonmacnoise

Athlone

Lough Ree

Clonmacnoise

Located along the Shannon, Clonmacnoise is an unmissable stop on your river cruise. Also known as “The Seven Churches,” this monastery,founded in 544,quickly became one of the most famous religious sites in Ireland. Wander among the ruins, try to identify the different buildings, decipher ancient tombstones, and admire the intricate detail of the Celtic crosses. Don’t miss the Whispering Door, where during the yellow plague, sinners could confess without risk of infection. Try its unique acoustics: whisper near the right-hand moulding, and the sound will travel along the arch to reach the listener’s ear on the left-hand side,without anyone else around being able to hear.

Athlone

Life is bustling in Athlone, the largest town on the banks of the River Shannon. Shopping enthusiasts will find plenty to enjoy here. For the whole family, a visit to the castle is a must,travel back 800 years through interactive exhibits and engaging displays. Then, admire the stained-glass windows of Saints Peter and Paul Church. And no river cruise in Ireland would be complete without a stop at Sean’s Bar, officially recognized as the oldest pub in Ireland.

Lough Ree

Covering 105 km², Lough Ree is primarily loved by anglers but also offers diverse activities: hiking the Liliput Way trail, visiting the sacred well of Saint Faithleach, and exploring the castle and cemetery at Rathcline with Celtic crosses. The most visited attraction, Inchcleraun Island, is home to a 6th-century monastery designated a National Monument by Ireland. Legend has it that Queen Medb was killed here,by a slingshot… and a piece of cheese.