7-Nights Ireland's Picturesque South Adventure Tour with Private Driver/Guide — CALL

Itinerary Details

Dublin Arrival
Private Transfer to Dublin Hotel
Welcome to Ireland! After landing at Dublin Airport, complete customs and immigration formalities. A private transfer will escort you and your luggage to the hotel.

Hop On Hop Off Dublin (Day 1)
The Hop On Hop Off Bus Pass allows you to experience all the history and culture of Dublin easily. This two day pass will take you around a loop to different stops and will take approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. Feel free to get off and explore at any of Dublin’s most popular attractions! Stops include places like Guinness Storehouse, The Book of Kells in Trinity College, and Dublin Castle. Your native guide will provide live commentary along the way, pointing out all the famous points of interest, along with where famous Dubliners like James Joyce, Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett spent their time. Included in your pass is a free Walking Tour of Dublin that departs from the Dublin Bus Head Office multiple times a day, and free entrance to the Little Museum of Dublin.

EPIC Ireland
Next visit EPIC Ireland, which celebrates the dramatic story of the spread of Irish culture around the globe, and how Ireland has changed throughout the years. It was voted as "Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction" at the World Travel Awards in 2019.

2-Night Stay: Brooks Hotel, Dublin
This award-winning hotel is welcoming and service-orientated. Guest rooms offer air-conditioning, Internet access, and flat screen TVs. The stylish Francesca's Restaurant features innovative Irish cuisine while the Jasmine Bar is an upbeat and stylish meeting place.

Hop On Hop Off (Day 2) & Pat Liddy Walking Tour
Hop On Hop Off Dublin (Day 2)
The Hop On Hop Off Bus Pass allows you to experience all the history and culture of Dublin easily. This two day pass will take you around a loop to different stops and will take approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. Feel free to get off and explore at any of Dublin’s most popular attractions! Stops include places like Guinness Storehouse, The Book of Kells in Trinity College, and Dublin Castle. Your native guide will provide live commentary along the way, pointing out all the famous points of interest, along with where famous Dubliners like James Joyce, Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett spent their time. Included in your pass is a free Walking Tour of Dublin that departs from the Dublin Bus Head Office multiple times a day, and free entrance to the Little Museum of Dublin.

Private Walking Tour Dublin - Pat Liddy
Founded in 2004, Pat Liddy Walking Tours is an award-winning walking tour company. Their well-trained guides take great pride in showing guests Dublin's most famous locations, as well as city treasures that are often missed. See Dublin as it was meant to be seen!

Pearse Lyons Distillery
Visit Pearse Lyons Distillery in the historic Liberties neighborhood of Dublin.  Take a guided tour of the distillery, including the graveyard next door.  End your tour with a trio of tastings, a Pearse Original, Distiller's Choice, and Founder's Choice.  

Private Driver Services Begin
Meet Private Driver
Today your private driver services start. Meet your private driver in the lobby of your hotel at 9:00 AM this morning. Enjoy your comfortable ride with your knowledgeable driver who will guide you through the popular and hidden gems of Ireland.

Rock of Cashel
Travel into County Tipperary and visit the Rock of Cashel. While here, see majestic church ruins that are clustered high on a limestone outcrop overlooking the surrounding countryside. It is allegedly the location of the conversion of Aenghus the King of Munster by St. Patrick, and was also the seat of the High Kings of Munster before the Norman invasion.

Kinsale Mead Co. Tour
Spend an hour on an entertaining, fun experience learning all about Mead. Start with an overview of Mead's rich history. Learn about the honeybees and taste some honeys. Finish at the production area where mead is fermented, matured and bottled. You'll be able to taste a selection of meads, including some only offered in the meadery, understanding each mead’s flavor profiles and how best to serve and pair with different foods or shake up a cocktail.

2-Night Stay: Trident Hotel, Kinsale
All guest rooms are furnished to a high standard of comfort and most provide awe-inspiring views over Kinsale Harbour. The award-winning Pier One Restaurant is famous for its fresh local seafood. The Wharf Tavern is always a cozy and welcoming place to relax with a drink.

Kinsale Food Tour & Charles Fort
Kinsale Food Tours
Sharing the stories, scenery, seafood, and other tasty treats is what Kinsale Food Tours is all about. Taste the town on this 2-hour tour, stopping at various eateries, while meeting some of the local characters and producers who are passionate about their culinary creations. 

Charles Fort
Explore Charles Fort, which was constructed in the late 17th century on the site of an earlier coastal fortification. As one of the largest military forts in the country, Charles Fort has been associated with some of the most momentous events in Irish history.

West Cork Scenic Drive & Jaunting Car Ride
West Cork Scenic Drive
Experience the most unspoiled scenery in Ireland as you weave through the country roads and stop at the idyllic villages of Skibbereen, Bantry, and Gougane Barra. Skibbereen is a quaint and scenic town off the bank of the River Ilen. Bantry, located at the mouth of the Bantry Bay, is a busy market town and fishing port. Gougane Barra offers rolling hills surrounding a lake, St. Finbarr’s Oratory, and a church out on an island in the middle of the lake. Admire country roads that kiss the Atlantic shore.

Jaunting Car Ride to/from Ross Castle - Tangney
Travel by horse drawn jaunting car through the beautiful grounds of Killarney National Park to Ross Castle on the shores of Lough Leane.

2 Night Stay: The Great Southern Hotel, Killarney
This traditional hotel has been welcoming visitors since 1854. The hotel retains its glorious old-world style while offering guests a range of modern guest rooms. Enjoy fine cuisine in the elegant restaurant. Extensive gardens, a cozy bar and leisure facilities complete the experience.

Killarney Falconry & Muckross House and Gardens
Killarney Falconry
Experience a hawk walk with a professional falconer who will teach you about these beautiful predators. See first hand their aerial acrobatics as they soar across the stunning backdrop of the MacGillycuddy Reeks. Interact with the hawks directly as they swoop down from above and onto your gloved hand.

Muckross House and Gardens
Visit Muckross House, an elegant 19th century mansion set beside the tranquil Muckross Lake. A guided tour will fill you in on some local history and the family ties to the United States. Enjoy the elegant rooms and rich furnishings before strolling through the gardens.

Torc Waterfall
Next, visit Torc Waterfall, a dramatic falls that originates from the top of Torc Mountain from the Owengarriff River on the road up to Ladies' View. There's a lovely wooded path through Friars' Glen to the top of the falls.

Kilkee Cliffs & The Burren
Kilkee Cliffs
With its breathtaking scenery and stunning sea cliff panoramic views, visit the Kilkee Cliffs. Follow the cliff path along the coastline for a moderate loop walk. You may also wish to take some time and explore the small coastal village of Kilkee.

Burren Sightseeing
Pass through the Burren, an area of rocky limestone hills where a number of unique flowers thrive. This region also contains many dolmens, prehistoric monuments formed by large limestone slabs.

Overnight: Gregans Castle Hotel, Ballyvaughan
This hotel is set in an 18th century manor house with amazing views of the Burren to Galway Bay. This country style establishment features rooms with garden, bay or mountain views. Try dining at the award winning restaurant or a casual drink at the bar.

Private Driver Services Conclude
Your private driver services will conclude at the end of the day. Ask your driver to reconfirm your return airport transfer, if applicable, before parting ways.

Shannon Departure
Private Transfer to Shannon Airport
Your vacation ends after breakfast with a private transfer to Shannon Airport. We hope you had a fantastic time and wish you a safe and pleasant journey home. 

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