Fermanagh Lakelands Tour

One of the highlights of this tour includes a visit to the famous Belleek Pottery to see how Parian China is made. Hear how the pottery began during the time of the Great Famine. Take a look at the Iron Age "Janus Figure" on Boa Island and explore some of the island town of Enniskillen's attractions. See the monastic site of Devenish Island and its famous Round Tower with ruins. This medieval monastery was a seat of power, influence and learning before the arrival of the Vikings.

You can go potholing (down stairs) in the Marble Arch Caves. Located in the UNESCO Geo Park, they are among the finest in Europe. A visit to an Irish Lace Museum provides an opportunity for afternoon tea. Amble through Florence Court House and see the mother tree of all Irish Yew Trees.

At Castle Archdale Country Park learn of the crucial part played by this estate during WWII. By the shores of Loughs on the River Erne you can savour the peaceful waters that is a paradise for nature-lovers, birdwatchers and anglers.

At the Ulster American Folk Park, (www.nmni.com) former home of banker Thomas Mellon, take a view of two continents and find out how the old country influenced the new one. We travel through Maguire's country and hear of some of the exploits of the medieval Lords and how they controlled the great River Erne becoming powerful and wealthy in the process. Fermanagh is home to President Clinton's ancestors.

On this tour encounter other influential people like General Sam Huston who gave his name to Texas City, Davy Crockett, General Stonewall Jackson or General James Shields from Cappagh, the only person to beat Stonewall Jackson on the field of battle at Kernstown, Virginia.