Irish Highlights
Irish Highlights
$1815
Irish Highlights
7 Days Starting and ending in Dublin, Ireland
Visiting: Dublin, Galway, Bunratty, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Blarney, Waterford, New Ross
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WRIHZN19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Eco Conscious, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Irish Highlights" tour, a captivating journey through the heart of Ireland, starting and ending in Dublin. Discover the vibrant cities of Galway, Limerick, and Waterford, and immerse yourself in Ireland's rich history and culture. Visit iconic sites such as the Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle, and Blarney Castle, where you can kiss the famous stone. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Ring of Kerry and a ferry ride across the Shannon Estuary. Experience the warmth of Irish hospitality with a unique dining experience at Glenealy House, hosted by culinary star Catherine Fulvio. This tour offers a blend of cultural insights, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable experiences, all while supporting sustainable travel initiatives. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury air-conditioned coach and stay in carefully selected hotels, ensuring a memorable and enriching adventure through the Emerald Isle.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To The Emerald Isle
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Clayton Ballsbridge
Accommodation Name: Clayton Ballsbridge, Hampton by Hilton Dublin City Center
Meals Included: Dinner
Tread in the footsteps of James Joyce and Oscar Wilde, through the lyrical streets of Dublin – your launch pad to a memorable encounter with Ireland's iconic highlights. After a leisurely morning, meet a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour with views of Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral and the stately Georgian Squares. Indulge in a little Irish craic this evening, joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner.
Day 2: Onwards To Limerick
Location: Dublin, Galway, Bunratty, Limerick
Accommodation: Greenhills
Accommodation Name: Greenhills
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey to Galway, the 'City of Tribes', where you'll see its stone cathedral on the banks of the Corrib and spend some free time exploring its stone façades. Irish traditions and heritage are explored next, during a visit to Bunratty Castle and its Folk Park, a living history museum that reveals insights into life in Ireland during the 18th and 19th centuries. Continue to Limerick, for an orientation tour and view the 13th-century King John's Castle overlooking the Shannon.
Day 3: Experience The Iconic Cliffs Of Moher And On To Killarney
Location: Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Killarney
Accommodation Name: International, Killarney
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leave Limerick and stop at the spectacular Cliffs of Moher on the famous ‘Wild Atlantic Way'. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with your Local Specialist to truly appreciate this breath-taking landscape. You’ll feel like you’ve gone back to an ancient time as you gaze across the water, all the way to the Aran Islands if the weather is good. Visit the interactive visitor center where this incredible UNESCO-listed natural phenomenon comes to life in a way you would not get to see with your own eyes. Go beneath the surface to see how the sediment has stacked up over 300 million years to create this towering backdrop. Inspired by the irresistible beauty of this special place, you’ll continue to your hotel in Killarney with a scenic drive to the ferry departure point and journey across the Shannon Estuary. Your home for the next two nights is the colorful little town of Killarney.
Day 4: A Scenic Day On The Ring Of Kerry
Location: Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Killarney
Accommodation Name: International, Killarney
Meals Included: Breakfast
Circle the spectacular Ring of Kerry – its emerald green hills, centuries-old stone villages and vivid blue seascapes provide a soul-stirring backdrop. See Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, Moll's Gap and the Black Valley, renowned for being the last place in Ireland to get electricity and telephone networks. Consider joining an Optional Experience to Muckross House and its beautiful gardens. With a backdrop of oak-clad mountains, enjoy taking in the towering azaleas and rhododendrons, alongside the shores of the lake. The 19th-century house contains some wonderful examples of furniture and paintings, including a portrait of King James VI, for whom Shakespeare wrote Macbeth.
Day 5: Explore Blarney And Journey To Waterford
Location: Killarney, Blarney, Waterford
Accommodation Name: Fitzwilton
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Cross the rugged Kerry Mountains and travel to Blarney Castle to kiss the stone and acquire the 'gift of the gab'. In the afternoon, arrive Waterford, where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant culture with an optional folk experience, enjoying traditional Irish music and warm hospitality. You'll then return to the hotel for a delightful group dinner.
Day 6: Through County Wicklow’S Countryside To Dublin Dive Into Culture Connect With Locals
Location: Waterford, New Ross, Dublin
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Dive Into Culture and witness the centuries-old tradition of crafting fine glass at the House of Waterford Crystal. Here you will watch the talented master crafters in their workshop creating exquisite pieces. Your next stop is in the town of New Ross, where you'll see the monument to John F. Kennedy who traveled to his ancestral family hometown in 1963. You'll visit the three-masted famine ship Dunbrody and Dive Into Culture yet again, gaining insights into the tragic plight of the Irish emigrants who fled the potato famine during the 1800s. Continuing through County Wexford and the lush countryside of County Wicklow, for a stop at Glenealy Farmhouse to meet the Fulvio family over dinner at your Be My Guest experience before continuing to Dublin.
Day 7: Farewell Ireland
Location: Dublin
Meals Included: Breakfast
For now, it’s time to say a fond slán abhaile to your fellow travelers as you close the curtain on an unforgettable journey through the 'Emerald Isle'.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Accommodation in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, is included.
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are included.
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals are included.
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are included.
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing are included.
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) is included.
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Ferry across the Shannon estuary
A ferry across the Shannon estuary is included.
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Optional Experiences and free time
Optional experiences and free time are included.
What's Not Included
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Insurance
Insurance is not included in the tour package.
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Optional Experiences
Optional experiences are not included in the tour package.
Dining Summary
3 Dinner (D)6 Breakfast (B)
Dive Into Culture
Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour.New Ross: Explore the tragic history of Ireland's famine emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, a replica of one of the original ships used in the 1800s.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experience does the tour offer at the Cliffs of Moher?
The tour offers a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a Local Specialist at the Cliffs of Moher, where you can gain a deeper appreciation for the natural beauty and learn about environmental issues and conservation initiatives.
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What cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a visit to the House of Waterford Crystal to see master crafters at work and a visit to the Dunbrody Famine Ship in New Ross to learn about the Irish emigrants during the potato famine.
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What is the 'Be My Guest' experience on this tour?
The 'Be My Guest' experience includes a dinner at Glenealy House near Dublin, where traditional Irish fare with an Italian twist is served by host Catherine Fulvio and her family.
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What is the significance of visiting Blarney Castle on this tour?
Visiting Blarney Castle allows you to kiss the Blarney Stone, which is said to grant the 'gift of the gab'.
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour uses a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries, and includes a ferry crossing the Shannon estuary.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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