What better way to explore the very heart of Ireland than cruising on the lovely Shannon Princess. Unshroud a river wrapped in legends, myths and the gentle mists of time. Slip through a countryside little changed over the centuries as we pass by ancient monasteries, prehistoric cities, fairytale forts and Celtic villages.

Norman Keeps and Viking Towers cast a watchful eye on the Shannon Princess as she floats through the Shannon’s unspoiled waterways.

Shannon Princess is a beautiful boutique hotel barge cruising the Fabled River Shannon in Ireland. It is owned and operated by Irish husband and wife team Ruairi Gibbons & Olivia Power. Together they have brought their shared knowledge, experience and passion onboard to create a very personalized and bespoke cruise experience.

Onboard the 10 passenger Shannon Princess, enjoy contemporary luxury and traditional hospitality at its best. Ruairi as barge skipper and tour guide and Olivia as master chef lead a handpicked professional crew. You will be charmed with excellent but friendly service, gorgeous food and wines and share in a slice of local life and knowledge.

The Shannon Princess is a very personalized and unique cruise experience. This is a perfect way to explore some of what the River Shannon and her loughs have to offer. Discover a river of natural beauty, unspoiled landscapes,wild fowl reserves, history, antiquity and folklore.