Castle Vacations with Sceptre Tours

Ever dramed of being a prince of princess living a lavishly wonderful life in a castle fit for a king or queen? Now you can make your dreams come tru with Sceptre Tours as they take you on a dreamily romantic vacation through the castles od Ireland! Enjoy lavish comfort in storybook castles and get a true sense of their history on this independent tour through the heart of Ireland. Visit Abbeyglen Castle, where there is a long tradition of hospitality. Stop at Cabra Castle for a mixture of both modern and classic accommodations in this beautiful 4-star castle. Your final nights in Dublin city will be in Clontarf Castle, which promises to be memorable.

Abbeyglen Castle was built in 1832 by John d'Arcy of Clifden Castle. It was leased to the then parish priest as Glenowen House. In 1854 it was bought by the Irish Church Mission Society for use as a Protestant orphanage where girls were trained for domestic service. In 1953 it became a mixed orphanage housing seven boys and four girls. It was supported by donations from local patrons plus various investments. The Connemara Orphan Nurseries operated until 1955, when it closed due to financial difficulties. After its closure the building fell derelict and was home to cattle and sheep for some time!

Clontarf Castle and the land surrounding it is believed to have belonged to the O'Reilly Family until it was confiscated in the mid 17th century by Cromwell's orders and given to Colonel Thomas Cooch. Colonel T. Cooch was born in Donegal in 1632 and was the grandson of Sir Thomas Cooch K.C. Sir Thomas Cooch K.C. had migrated to Ireland very early in the 17th century and was given a grant of 1,000 acres in Donegal by James 1.

These majestic castle tours will surely fill you with excitement and splendor as you tour through these ancient relics dating back many centuries. With Sceptre Tours you will have a perfect and unforgettable vacation where you will make memories that are priceless!