Athy Private Boat Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Your tour begins in Athy, gliding along the scenic River Barrow and underneath the historic Horse Bridge towards Ardreigh. As you approach Ardreigh, you’ll travel under the Ardreigh Lifting Bridge, an area rich in history and folklore. One of the highlights of the journey is passing through Ardreigh Lock, where you can watch the crew operate the lock gates just as it was done centuries ago. Don’t forget your camera—this stretch of the river offers breathtaking views and plenty of picturesque moments to capture. This is a round-trip cruise, returning to the jetty in Athy. While the experience is designed for relaxation and enjoyment, our crew is always happy to share fascinating stories about the local history, heritage, and wildlife of the Barrow. As you pass several historical sites, feel free to ask the crew for insights or tales of the river’s past. Your skipper and crew will provide a unique perspective on life along the Barrow Navigation, making this a truly memorable journey.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The pontoon on Barrow Quay in Athy. Our boat is big and easy identifiable as it will be the only boat on the pontoon.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Whites Castle & Crom-a Boo Bridge
You will see much of the local built heritage of the area, including Whites Castle. Our crew are very happy to tell passengers about the history of the local area, so please be sure to ask them.
2. Athy Library
The cruise on the river takes in a lot of local historical sites, so be sure to ask the crew if you'd like to hear some local history or stories form the area.

Inclusion

Tea and coffee

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by BoatTrips.ie

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