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9-Day Irish Explore tour from Dublin Tour Code: 526-1102

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Dublin, Ireland
English
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Visit Dublin, Coleraine, Cork, Dingle, Galway, Killarney, Lahinch, Waterford.
Price (/person)
    Single $1889
    Double $1549
    3rd Person
    Adult $1549
    Child
    (Age 8-17)
    $1394.10

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  • Price: All Prices are in USD. Prices are per person based upon shared twin room occupancy. All prices are based on current exchange rates and are subject to change without notice.
  • Child Rate: Young travelers aged 8-17 receive a 10% discount on the land price. We regret that we are unable to accept children less than 8 years old on these types of vacations.
  • No more than 3 passengers allowed in room 1.
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Day 1: Dublin

Meet your Tour Director for an afternoon orientation, drive through statue-lined O'Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares with their tall red brick townhouses, colorful doors, and wrought-iron decorated windows. Visit Oscar Wilde's Trinity College and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Finally, guests are invited to an optional Irish cabaret evening including dinner, dance, song, and laughter.
  • Dublin, IRELAND

    Dublin, IRELAND
    Ireland's most famous (and capital) city was originally a viking settlement. It is home to many landmarks and monument from across its colorful history, such as Dublin Castle, Trinity College, the Molly Malone statue, Mountjoy Square, and much more!

    O'Connell Street

    The main street in the heart of Dublin, this street is lined by shops, cafes, and great architecture. The street is also home to many monuments, such as the Daniel O'Connell statue and the Parnell Monument.

    Trinity College

    This research university is the most prestigious in Ireland. Established in 1592, it now educates over 16,000 students. Famous graduates include Jonathan Swift, Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett, and Bram Stoker.

    St. Patrick's Cathedral

    St. Patrick's Cathedral
    The largest church in all of Ireland is the National Cathedral and Collegiate Church of Saint Patrick at Dublin. The spire at its top juts 140 feet into the sky. It was built at the end of the 12th century.
Standard Hotel: The Bonnington Dublin Hotel
Breakfast: Included

Day 2: Dublin - Belfast (165 km)

Today we will drive across the border to Northern Ireland, which is park of the UK. Upon our arrival in Belfast, IE, guests are invited to join an optional historic tour of the city given by a local guide.
Standard Hotel: Belfast Ramada Encore or similar

Day 3: Belfast - Coleraine - Donegal - Sligo (277 km)

Our first stop of the day today will be Coleraine, UK, where we will visit the Giant's Causeway, an amazing natural rock formation. We will then drive back to the Republic of Ireland to visit the town of Donegal, IE, ancient town founded by Danish Vikings and home of the O'Donnell Clan. We will head to Sligo, IE, for the night.
  • Coleraine, UNITED KINGDOM

    A large town and civil parish near the mouth of the River Bann in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. Golf courses, countryside and leisure facilities and attractions are to be found. It has an attractive town centre, and a marina. Coleraine during the day is a busy town, however at night the town is relatively quiet.
Standard Hotel: Sligo Southern or similar

Day 4: Sligo - Galway - Lahinch - Limerick (214 km)

Our Irish exploration will today take us to the town of Galway, IE, a popular seaside destination and a buzzing cosmopolitan center with cobblestone streets, colorful shops, and a busy cafe and bar culture. Next, we will travel to the Lahinch, IE, area to see the amazing Cliffs of Moher. We will spend the night in Limerick, IE, where guests are invited to join a medieval banquet at Bunratty Castle.
  • Galway, IRELAND

    This gorgeous Irish city is a quintessential example of the marriage between modern and historic. One of the most-loved tourist spots in the world, its sights include Lynch's Castle, St. Nicholas' Church, museums, theaters, and so much more.
  • Lahinch, IRELAND

    Lahinch is a small town on Liscannor Bay, on the northwest coast of County Clare, Ireland. The town is a seaside resort and is home to the Lahinch Golf Club. It has become a popular surfing location.

    Cliffs of Moher

    These amazing cliffs on the western side of Ireland attract 1 million visitors every year with their dramatic beauty. Jutting up to 700 feet out of the Atlantic Ocean, they allow visitors to see far up and down the coastline.
Standard Hotel: Ennis Auburn Lodge or similar

Day 5: Limerick - Adare - Dingle - Killarney (171 km)

In the morning we will head south, making a brief stop in the town of Adare, IE, on our way to the Dingle Peninsula, where we will take one of Ireland's most scenic drives along its Atlantic coastline. Along the way, we will see the Blasket Islands and hear about the way of life and unique literary achievements of its inhabitants prior to their evacuation in 1953. We will spend the night in Killarney, IE.
  • Dingle, IRELAND

    Dingle is a town in County Kerry, Ireland, which is the only town on the Dingle Peninsula. It sits on the Atlantic coast, about 50 kilometres (30 mi) southwest of Tralee and 71 kilometres (40 mi) northwest of Killarney.

    Dingle Peninsula

    The Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, Ireland, is the westernmost part of Ireland. The peninsula is home to a number of archaeological sites: Ferriter's Cove has evidence of human occupation dating back up to 10,000 years and the Mesolithic era.
Standard Hotel: Killarney Court or similar

Day 6: Killarney (149 km)

From Killarney, IE we will embark on the 100-mile coastal drive known as the Ring of Kerry. This scenic tour will take us through towns such as Adare and Limerick as well as past the gorgeous Lake of Killarney. Upon our return to the city, guests will be able to take a horse-drawn carriage ride along the national park lakeshore for pictures of Ross Castle.
  • Killarney, IRELAND

    Killarney is a town in County Kerry, southwestern Ireland. Its natural heritage, history and location on the Ring of Kerry make Killarney a popular tourist destination.

    Ring of Kerry

    The Ring of Kerry is a 111-mile tourist drive through the county of Kerry in the Republic of Ireland. It passes by many sightseeing spots, such as the Muckross House, Killarney National Park, Torc Waterfall, and much more.
Standard Hotel: Auburn Lodge or similar

Day 7: Killarney - Cork - Waterford - Tramore (6958 km)

In the morning we will head to Cork, IE to see the famous Blarney Stone. Here guests will have free time to explore the castle and shop for handmade goods. After, we will make our way to the town of Waterford, IE to see the House of Waterford Crystal and learn about crystal production. Our day ends in the resort town of Tramore, IE.
  • Cork, IRELAND

    Cork is a city in south-west Ireland, in the province of Munster, which had a population of 125,657 in 2016.

    Blarney Stone

    According to local tradition, those who kiss the Blarney Stone will be bestowed with "the gift of gab," the ability to persuade others to see things your way without being insulting. Each year, thousands of people kiss the stone.
  • Waterford, IRELAND

    Waterford is a city in Ireland, which is situated at the head of Waterford Harbour. It is known for Waterford Crystal, a legacy of the city's former glass-making industry.

    House of Waterford Crystal

    Waterford Crystal is a company that manufactures crystals based out of (and named for) the town of Waterford, Ireland. The company's flagship facility offers visitors guided tours of the factory that explore the facets of crystal production.
Standard Hotel: Majestic or similar

Day 8: Tramore - Avoca - Dublin (130 km)

Today we will visit Ireland's oldest Handweaving Mill at Avoca, and enjoy views of the Wicklow Mountains on your way to Dublin. Upon our arrival in Dublin in the evening, we could take an optional Irish cabaret evening.
Standard Hotel: Jurys Inn Custom House or similar

Day 9: Dublin

After breakfast, we will conclude our tour.

Price Includes

  • Full Irish breakfast daily & 3 dinners
  • 8 nights hotel accommodations
  • Local Guides for city sightseeing. Services of a professional Tour Director while touring(Level 2: semi-guided tour)

Price Excludes

  • Air fares
  • Airport transfer ( $50.00/person/one way)
  • Optional tours, tips to guides, driver, and tour manager.
  • Items of a personal nature such as laundry, wines, water, beverages, food other than the table d'hote menu, passport and visa fees, insurance, airport taxes and fees, and foreign port taxes unless specifically indicated in the package inclusions

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