8 Night Cruise sailing from Dover roundtrip aboard Saga Sapphire.

This action-packed cruise around Ireland reveals many of the Emerald Isle's attractions. Enjoy the 'craic' in Dublin, walk along the mysterious Giant's Causeway, soak-up the rugged landscapes of Sligo and immerse yourself in the lively character of Cork. just some of the memorable experiences to be had on this classic voyage.

Highlights of this cruise:

Dublin
Located on the eastern side of Ireland and intersected by the Liffey, this delightfully compact capital is home to two cathedrals, Dublin Castle, Trinity College, with a library containing beautifully illuminated manuscripts, and the National Gallery, where Caravaggio's The Taking of the Christ can be admired.

If shopping is your vice, lively O'Connell Street, pedestrianised Grafton Street and the Powerscourt Townhouse won't disappoint, or you may be fortunate to catch a lunchtime concert on a stroll through St Stephen's Green.

Then, of course, there is the renowned Temple Bar district, the cobble-paved arts and entertainment hub that is the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day with a Guinness.

Belfast
Capital of Northern Ireland and second largest city in Ireland, Belfast is the birthplace of the Titanic and has a very proud seafaring history.

In recent years the city has undergone a remarkable rejuvenation and today you will encounter a superb selection of shops, restaurants and bars, as well as outstanding landmarks such as the grand City Hall in the centre of Donegall Square, the 19th-century Opera House and Queen's University.

The city also provides an ideal base for exploration of the surrounding coastal scenery and the Giant's Causeway National Nature Reserve on the north coast of County Antrim.

Killybegs
Killybegs is a town in County Donegal, Ireland. It is the largest fishing port in the county and on the island of Ireland. The town is situated at the head of a scenic harbour and at the base of a vast mountainous tract extending northward.

It is believed that Killybegs took its name, in early Christian times, from a group of monastic cells Na Cealla Beaga. Records show that, from the seventeenth century onwards, Killybegs continued to grow into a prominent market and seaport town.

Killybegs tradition with fishing is all around and you can while away hours watching the fishing boats and the net menders or catch a glimpse of the seals in the harbour.

Glengariff
Meaning 'Rough Glen' in Irish, Glengarriff is a small seaside village in the south-west of Cork, which sits at the northern head of Glengarriff Bay near Bantry Bay. The village itself is surrounded by high mountains and has magnificent views of the Caha and Sugarloaf Mountains. The village exudes old-world charm and is ideally situated for exploring the spectacular Beara Peninsula and Bougane Barra. Botanists have shown a special interest in this part of Cork because it is one of the few places in Ireland where the original oak forests, which once covered the country, still remain.

Cobh
The port of Cobh, pronounced 'cove', is the gateway to the south-west of Ireland, and makes the perfect base from which to discover traditional towns and picture-perfect scenery. Rich in history, the port is where thousands embarked on voyages across the Atlantic during the turbulent years of the mid-19th century.

During your visit, perhaps journey into the city of Cork, considered by residents to be the true capital of Ireland, or maybe savour the picturesque delights of the Kingdom of Kerry or explore a number of historic buildings including Blarney Castle. On the quayside there is a memorial to the victims of the Lusitania, many are buried in the old church cemetery. The ship was sunk off Kinsale in 1915 by a German submarine and the survivors were brought back here. Another unhappy association with Cobh is with the Titanic, 'the safest liner in the world'. Queenstown was her last port of call on her fateful maiden voyage.