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We Love —
- Lose yourself in some of Ireland's most inspiring countryside and vibrant cities on this self-drive tour.
- This fabled isle is a place where history & legends intertwine to create a captivating scenery that can't help but capture your imagination.
- Stay at hand-picked accommodation during your adventure, and enjoy entrance and tastings at Kylemore Abbey and Gardens and Guinness Storehouse Dublin!
Book Now, Pay Later —
Booking 35 days in advance and spending over £500 per person? No need to pay in full today! Just select the 30% deposit option on our payment page (terms & conditions apply)
Your Destination —
Beginning in cosmopolitan Dublin, you will have the chance to visit some of the Emerald Isle's most famous sights - explore Kylemore Abbey, try some Guinness at the Storehouse and marvel at the beautiful Killarney Lakes.
Your Itinerary —
Arrival at Dublin Airport. Pick up the car and transfer to your hotel.
In the afternoon, take in the attractions of this cosmopolitan capital. Don’t miss Trinity College, the Book of Kells and of course you’ll have to make sure to visit the world-famous Guinness Storehouse. The lively and vibrant Temple Bar District - Dublin's Cultural Quarter, is well worth a visit. Temple Bar has preserved its medieval street pattern, with many narrow cobbled streets. The area comes alive after dark, with many pubs, restaurants and nightclubs to choose from. Take part in a Musical Pub Crawl.
Enjoy your visit to the Guinness Storehouse while sipping your complementary pint of the “black stuff”
- The Guinness Storehouse is open 7 days a week from 9:30 to 7pm (last admission is at 5pm)
- Late opening during July & August 9am to 8pm (last admission at 6pm)
Overnight at your Hotel.
Full Irish Breakfast in your Hotel.
Spend the morning walking around Dublin, including St. Patrick’s Cathedral, which was founded in 1190 and has a varied and interesting history. The original structure has been rebuilt on a number of occasions, and the 300 foot long interior (the longest in Ireland) contains many historic relics.
Leaving Dublin travel via Clonmacnoise. Clonmacnoise is an ancient monastic site near Shannonbridge, County Offaly, and a top visitor attraction in Ireland. A walk amongst the peaceful stone ruins of this famous place will conjure images of the saints and scholars of Ireland’s renowned Golden Age of learning. Arrive in Galway where you can visit the Galway Crystal Factory, the Spanish Arch and Galway’s Cathedral.
Overnight in Galway/ Mayo.
Full Irish Breakfast in the Hotel.
Today you will travel through Connemara region, which is magnificent wilderness populated largely by sheep and dotted with hundreds of small lakes. The stone walls, tiny farms, isolated thatched cottages and heather covered hills are bounded by a sea coastline with many quiet sandy beaches. Many of the inhabitants of this region still speak Gaelic and ancient Celtic traditions and customs have been preserved.
You can also visit Kylemore Abbey, on the shores of Lough Corrib, a Victorian Castle in Tudor Style, beautifully situated on the shores of a lake and surrounded by the Twelve Bens– an impressive mountain range. Now it is the only remaining monastic home of the Benedictine nuns in Ireland who have restored its Victorian Gardens, which are well worth the visit.
Overnight in Galway/ Mayo.
Full Irish breakfast at your Hotel.
Today on your way south to Clare you will visit Burren - a vast lunar landscape harbouring some 2000 species of rare plants and flowers. Beneath the surface are unique rock formations dating back two million years.Stop at the towering Cliffs of Moher, a famous feature of County Clare which stretch for approximately five miles along the rugged coastline.
Overnight in Clare.
Full Irish breakfast at your Hotel.
Today continue your journey south to Kerry. You can stop at Bunratty Castle and Folkpark, a fine example of a Norman castle. The Folk Park adjoins the castle and aims to show what everyday life was like in rural Ireland about 100 years ago. It contains reconstructed farmhouses, cottages and shops.
In the afternoon visit to Muckross House and Gardens which are set in the Killarney National Park. The National Park comprises the mountains and woodland within the world famous Muckross House.
Overnight in Kerry.
Full Irish breakfast at your Hotel.
A full day of sightseeing on the Ring of Kerry today. You will head out toward the Gap of Dunloe, and continue in a counter-clockwise direction to avoid meeting all the tour buses as he negotiates the narrow bends in the road. The spectacular indented coastline of charming fishing villages has a pleasant, rural atmosphere that hasn’t changed in over 200 years. Be sure to stop in the charming villages of Waterville and Sneem. This is truly what Ireland is all about!
Overnight in Kerry.
Full Irish breakfast at your Hotel.
Today travel back to Wicklow. On your way you can stop at the famous Rock of Cashel, once the seat of the high kings of Ireland and an important ecclesiastical site in the early middle ages. Continue to Kilkenny, Irelands most famous medieval city before reaching County Wicklow.
Overnight in Wicklow.
Full Irish breakfast at your Hotel.
Time permitting today you can visit the monastic site of Glendalough, which is located in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains in a beautiful valley with two small lakes. It is a popular recreational spot and the starting point for many beautiful walks and hikes around the valley. Follow the popular walk up the cliffs and enjoy the stunning view over the valley.
Transfer to Dublin airport for departure.
Your Hotels —
Sleeps up to
2 Adults
Dublin: Fitzpatrick Castle (1 night) [pictured]
Mayo / Galway: Foyles Hotel (2 nights)
Clare: Bellbridge Hotel (1 night)
Kerry: Castlerosse Hotel and Killarney Court hotel (2 nights)
Wicklos: Woodenbridge Hotel (1 night)
Please note: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only
Your Journey —
Flights: The flights included are with either a scheduled or no frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Car Hire: Car Hire is included in this offer. Pick up and drop off at Dublin airport. For more information, see the 'Details' section.
