6-Nights Irish Splendor from $1,999

Itinerary Details

Day 1 Overnight Flight
Experience a true taste of Irish splendor on a trip that combines four-star accommodations, stunning scenery, and tasty local cuisine. Make a return to times past when you embark on an unforgettable tour of the Emerald Isle.

Day 2 Dublin, Ireland
Hotel: Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham
Arrive today in Dublin, Ireland’s historic capital city. With no scheduled activities until this evening, take your time settling in as you begin to encounter the Irish way. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for dinner at a local restaurant.(D)

Day 3 Dublin
Hotel: Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham
Enjoy a full morning’s sightseeing bus tour of Dublin with a local expert. Navigate the city viewing famous sites, drive down the Georgian streets and bustling O’Connell Street, and give a nod to the statue of Oscar Wilde, perched on his stone. The rest of the day is yours to independently explore the “Fair City” as you wish. You may choose to join an optional tour to the Guinness Storehouse, followed by a traditional Irish dinner and dance performance.(B)

Day 4 Dublin - Killarney
Hotel: Killarney Towers Hotel
Depart Dublin for Ireland’s breathtaking countryside. Visit the town of Cashel for views of the historic Rock of Cashel, the location where it’s believed St. Patrick preached and converted the king of Munster. Next, journey to historic Blarney Castle, where you may take the opportunity to kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Legend has it that those who kiss the stone are bestowed with the gift of eloquence. End your day in Killarney, a town surrounded by natural beauty. Enjoy dinner this evening at a local restaurant.(B, D)

Day 5 Killarney - Dingle Peninsula - Killarney
Hotel: Killarney Towers Hotel
Set off this morning to follow what is perhaps Ireland’s most beautiful coastal route - the stunning Slea Head Drive on Dingle Peninsula. Then, it’s your choice! Visit the Blasket Centre, a heritage museum with stunning views of the Atlantic -OR- the Louis Mulcahy Pottery workshop and see how exquisite pottery is still made by hand. This afternoon, you can take some time to explore the town of Dingle.(B)

Day 6 Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - Ennis
Hotel: Old Ground Hotel
Today, explore the fascinating Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum and discover the story of Hollywood star, Maureen O’Hara’s connection to Foynes. Continue to the stunning 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher for awe-inspiring views of the mighty Atlantic and Aran Islands. End your day in the charming town of Ennis. Enjoy the ambience of your historic hotel and feel the warmth of Irish hospitality. This evening you may join an optional tour to a medieval banquet dinner hosted in a castle.(B)

Day 7 Ennis - Kingscourt
Hotel: Cabra Castle
Start your day with a cross-country journey to Irish whiskey territory. During a visit to a historic distillery, learn the process of whiskey-making and delight in a tasting of the final product. Top your day off with an overnight stay on the regal grounds of a historic castle hotel and toast the end of a fabulous trip during your farewell dinner.(B, D)

Day 8 Kingscourt - Tour Ends
Your tour comes to an end in Kingscourt.(B)