Best of Ireland

Day 1

Arrive Dublin – Afternoon Sightseeing

Write your own lively tale of legends and iconic landscapes during this epic encounter with Ireland's treasures. We begin our journey in the whimsical capital of Dublin, joining a 'Local Specialist' to see the sights. Irish history takes centre stage this evening as we visit Glasnevin Trust for an informative and poignant tour with a 'Local Specialist'. Our visit will 'Make A Difference' to its efforts to preserve Irish history and we'll hear stories about some of the country's bravest characters and enjoy a Welcome Reception with our fellow travellers and Travel Director.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Maldron Parnell Square/Clayton Ballsbridge

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Welcome Reception

Day 2

Dublin – Co. Wicklow – New Ross – Waterford

Journey through the scenic countryside of County Wicklow, The Garden of Ireland, and on to New Ross - the ancestral home town of John F. Kennedy. 'Dive Into Culture' and gain insights into the plight of the starving Irish emigrants who boarded the Dunbrody Famine Ship to flee the potato famine. We continue to Waterford, where we'll stay overnight. This afternoon, we celebrate the centuries-old craft of flint glass creations, as we 'Dive Into Culture' at the House of Waterford Crystal and witness talented master craftsmen at work.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Fitzwilton/Dooley's

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3

Waterford – Youghal – Blarney – Killarney (2 Nights)

Journey via the historic seaport town of Youghal, once home to Sir Walter Raleigh, and pursue the 'gift of the gab' at Blarney Castle, where you'll have a chance to kiss the famous stone. Arrive in Killarney for a two-night stay.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Killarney Towers/Hotel Killarney

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4

Ring of Kerry Excursion

Ireland's soul-stirring Ring of Kerry takes centre stage today as we embark on a scenic drive past its mountains, lakes and lush green countryside - unquestionably one of the most scenic routes in Ireland. We'll see Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, Moll's Gap and Black Valley, whose remoteness saw it become the last area in Ireland to receive electricity.

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast

Day 5

Killarney – Adare – Bunratty – Limerick

We continue through the windswept countryside, arriving in Adare, one of the prettiest villages in Ireland. On arrival in Limerick, where we'll enjoy views of St. Mary's Cathedral, the Treaty Stone and the 13th-century King John's Castle during an orientation tour. Delve into an Ireland of old, as you discover the day-to-day life of the Irish during the 18th and 19th centuries on your included visit to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park this afternoon.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Maldron/Greenhills

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast

Day 6

Limerick – Cliffs of Moher – Galway (2 Nights)

We journey to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher, which plunge over 200 metres into the Atlantic waters below. Gain insights into the history of these imposing sheer cliffs during a visit to the 'Atlantic Edge' exhibition. Later, we arrive in Galway with some time at leisure to see its beautiful stone Cathedral or stroll through Eyre Square.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Connacht/Maldron Oranmore/Maldron Sandy Road

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast

Day 7

Connemara Excursion

Connemara's 'savage beauty' is yours to explore today as we tread in the footsteps of Oscar Wilde who described its "wild and mountainous splendour" as magnificent. Admire the views on the scenic drive to Kylemore Abbey, now a Benedictine monastery, where we will embark on an included visit to the country's most romantic castle and walk through its exquisite Victorian Walled Garden.

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8

Galway – Knock – Sligo

Our journey takes us to Westport House where we'll 'Connect With Locals' and indulge in a memorable 'Be My Guest' morning tea with tales of the Pirate Queen, and enjoy Banoffee and Baileys flavours in the Drawing Room of this stately 16th-century home. Heading north, we stop in the pilgrimage town of Knock to view the Marian Shrine where villagers witnessed an Apparition of Our Lady in 1879. We arrive in Sligo this evening, our home for the night.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Clayton

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest

Day 9

Sligo – Dublin

Our journey continues south to Dublin. Here we'll enjoy some free time to take a walk down Grafton Street or stroll along the Liffey. This evening, we close the chapter on an epic journey through Ireland, joining our fellow travellers for a memorable Farewell Dinner.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Clayton Dublin Airport

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Day 10

Depart Dublin

After a hearty Irish breakfast, we bid our Travel Director and fellow travellers a fond farewell as our Irish holiday comes to an end. Transfers are available. Conditions apply.

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast