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We Love —
- Lose yourself in some of Ireland's most inspiring countryside and vibrant cities on this ringroad tour
- This fabled isle is a place where history & legends intertwine to create a captivating scenery that can't help but ensnare your imagination.
- Stop off at local bed and breakfasts along the tour - each offer a unique and welcoming stay.
Book Now, Pay Later —
Booking 80 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 - kiss the Blarney stone, visit a whiskey distillery and marvel at the beautiful Killarney Lakes.
Your Itinerary —
Day 1: UK - Dublin
Fly to Dublin and transfer to your hotel. At 3 pm, meet your Tour Director and travelling companions for an afternoon orientation drive through statue-lined O'Connell Street and elegant Georgian squares to St. Patrick's Cathedral and Trinity College. Perhaps this evening join an optional Irish cabaret that includes dinner, dance, song and laughter.
This morning head to Northern Ireland. On the journey northwards pass Drogheda, scene of the Battle of the Boyne in 1690, then through the fertile landscape of the Boyne Valley, known for its prehistoric passage graves. Cross the border into Northern Ireland and drive past the Mountains of Mourne to Downpatrick, the burial place of Patrick, Ireland's Patron Saint and on to the vibrant city of Belfast. The Titanic was built here and this afternoon you might like to join a Local Guide on a “living history” tour including a visit to the fascinating Titanic Experience.
Includes breakfast.
First stop this morning is Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Let the province's story unfold as the tour continues to Derry. Next, continue to Drumcliff, a village in county Sligo, before heading to your hotel.
Includes breakfast & dinner.
Continue this morning to Knock, a village that has attracted pilgrims from all over the world since the townsfolk saw apparitions. Then to Galway, a popular seaside destination and buzzing cosmopolitan centre with colourful shops, busy cafes and bars. Cross the limestone plateau of The Burren to visit the spectacular 668 ft Cliffs of Moher.
Tonight, why not join an optional Medieval Banquet at Bunratty Castle?
Includes breakfast.
Travelling past Limerick, head to Adare, a village known for it's prize-winning thatched cottages. At Killorglin, join the road known as the Ring of Kerry for a 100 mile coastal panoramic drive, sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly coloured farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with subtropical vegetation and spectacular views of the Lakes of Killarney from Ladies View.
Includes breakfast & dinner.
You will be greeted by breathtaking scenery this morning on the Dingle Peninsula, where the 32-mile Slea Head drive affords magnificent vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. See the Blasket Islands and hear about the way of life and unique literary achievements of it's inhabitants prior to their evacuation in 1953.
Back in Killarney, there is the opportunity to take a horse drawn jaunting car along the national park lakeshore for scenes of Ross Castle. This evening, perhaps join another optional excursion to Tralee for dinner and a performance at Siamsa Tire, Ireland's National Folk Theatre.
Includes breakfast.
Today, there is more scenic splendor as you travel over the Kerry Mountains into County Cork. Stop in Blarney, famous for its Stone of Eloquence, with time at leisure to see the castle and perhaps shop for Irish crafts and handmade crystal. After lunch (not included) drive past Cork, the country's second largest city on the way to Waterford.
Enjoy a guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal. Spend the rest of the afternoon is at the nearby seaside resort of Tramore. Later, an optional pub tour might be fun.
Includes breakfast & dinner.
Some of the highlights today include, Enniscorthy, site of the final battle of the Great Rebellion of 1798, a visit to Ireland's oldest hand-weaving Mill at Avoca, views of the Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough, with its ruins of a centre of Irish Christianity, founded by St. Kevin.
Arrive in Dublin tonight where there is an optional dinner evening at the Guinness Storehouse available.
Includes breakfast.
Day 9: Dublin - UK
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to the UK.
Includes breakfast.
Your Accommodation —
You will be staying in Standard Room on a bed & breakfast board basis throughout as well as 3 dinners.
Occupancy
2 Adults
The Regency Hotel 3* - Dublin (1 night)
Jury's Inn 3* - Belfast (1 night)
Great Southern Hotel Sligo 3* - Sligo (1 night)
Auburn Lodge Hotel 3* - Ennis (1 night)
Killarney Court 3* - Killarney (2 nights)
Majestic Hotel 4* - Tramore (1 night)
Jurys Inn Parnell Street 3* or Dublin or Kingswood Hotel 4* - Dublin (1 night)
Please note that if these hotels are not available hotel of a similar standard will be found.
Your Journey —
Flights: Flights & hold luggage are included in the price. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Shared transfers are included as per the itinerary.
