Explore island-dotted Lough Ree then cruise to twelfth-century Athlone Castle which sits on the riverbank and discover the crucial role it played in Ireland’s history through the interactive exhibition.
Stop off at the atmospheric sixth-century ruins of Clonmacnoise monastic site where you can see imposing round towers and high crosses and find out their significance through the audiovisual presentation.
As you head further south towards Lough Derg, the largest of the three Shannon lakes, you’ll pass picturesque towns and villages where you can moor up to enjoy a bite to eat or a leisurely drink in a riverside pub.
Or relax with on-river pastimes, whether fishing, swimming, paddle boarding, nature watching or just chilling out on the deck of your boat.
The joy of cruising is moving at your own pace, stopping where and when you like, listening to the rhythm of the water.
Now it will be all the more enjoyable knowing that your travels on the River Shannon are sustainably at one with nature.
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