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11-Nights Incredible Ireland from $10,350
Brendan Vacations
OFFER ID 1666508
Incredible Ireland
Idyllic destinations, majestic castles, dynamic cities and exciting islands await on an in-depth exploration of the Emerald Isle. Get inspired by the dreamy wilderness of Killarney, be enchanted by a regal stay at Dromoland Castle, absorb kinetic energy of the Giant’s Causeway, learn the bold legacies of Belfast and Derry~Londonderry and much more on this incredible Irish showcase.
Dining Summary
- 6 Dinner (D)
- 11 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Lunch (L)
- Taste the flavors of Galway on a food tour, craft spirts at Shed Distillary
- Maynooth: Enjoy a relaxing first night dining with your fellow guests, sampling local flavors and discovering the Celtic charm.
- Doolin: Learn about the variety of traditional Irish tunes, the stories about the music, and the history of the pub scene in Doolin from your host Christy and his friends. They’ll regale you with stories of the old days and more as you’re invited to take part by asking questions, singing a song or sharing a story.
- Newmarket on Fergus: Dining at the Earl of Thomond Restaurant in Dromoland Castle offers an exquisite culinary experience set within the opulent surroundings of one of Ireland’s most iconic castles. Nestled in the heart of County Clare, Ireland, this renowned restaurant combines traditional elegance with contemporary sophistication, providing a perfect setting for a memorable meal. The menu showcases the finest local ingredients, blending classic Irish flavors with innovative techniques.
- Belfast: After exploring some of Belfast’s pub culture, tuck in for the evening with a serving of classic fish and chips at a local pub.
- Dublin: After exploring Dublin on your last day together, relax in a local pub for a lunch of classic Irish fare.
- Killarney National Park: Follow a Local Specialist on a hike in one of Ireland’s most breathtaking landscapes. As you make your way from Torc Waterfall to Muckross House, you’ll learn the folklore of the region and explore the park’s natural wonders, including the shores of Muckross Lake, lush forests and stunning viewpoints overlooking the famous Lakes of Killarney. This hike combines adventure with tranquility and offers an unforgettable way to connect with the beauty of the National Park.
- Ring of Kerry: Hop aboard your coach to explore the rugged scenes and soul-stirring places of the Ring of Kerry. With stops at scenic overlooks, classic cottage farm settings and seaside villages, this day tour shows you the wild places and quaint charms of Ireland’s west that have inspired writers, artists and poets for centuries.
- Cliffs of Moher: A natural wonder, the Cliffs of Moher are a must-see for any trip to Ireland. Set against the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean, they tower over 700ft (214m) above the sea. A UNESCO Global Geopark, the cliffs are best experienced on a walk along the clifftop paths to watch birds, study plants and keep an eye out on the water for breaks of dolphin pods or sharks.
- Westport: A beautiful heritage town on the west of Ireland, Westport plays host to a history rich with beautiful buildings, famous pirates and much more. This tour is the perfect way to get to know the town. Experienced Local Specialists will teach you about Westport’s history while also giving you recommendations on the best spots to wine, dine and what to do. You’ll explore the Georgian Mall, visit the Holy Trinity Church, and get to see Westport as the locals do.
- Maghera: Meet Jamese McCloy, a fourth-generation sheep farmer in Northern Ireland. Dedicated to preserving the natural landscape and traditions of sheep farming, he’ll take you on a tour of the farm, introduce you to the flock and you’ll meet the hardest workers in the Antrim countryside: the sheepdogs.
- Belfast: Take an extraordinary journey into the past with the Titanic Belfast, an ode to one of the most famous tragedies of our time. Set across an iconic six-floor building with nine interactive galleries, you’ll experience the Titanic through stories, sights and sounds. Traverse the recently restored SS Nomadic, one of the Titanic’s service boats, see artifacts from the ship itself, walk the decks and explore the shipyard. Comb through film director James Cameron’s redeveloped galleries of the ship’s launch day and maiden, ill-fated voyage – in the city where it all began.
- Royal Hillsborough: Explore Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, built in 1770, a grand Georgian estate and royal residence in Northern Ireland where pivotal moments have taken place. With 100 beautiful acres, the grounds are perfect for relaxed walks. Join a tour through the elegant state rooms still in use today.
- Derry/Londonderry: Get to know Derry~Londonderry from the point of view of a local and soak up its fascinating history on a walking tour of its streets, courtyards and of course, its famed city walls. Discover the secrets of the Maiden City and see its famed sights, such as sights St. Columb’s Cathedral, the Guildhall, the Bogside and much more. Throughout, you’ll learn about the past and present of Derry~Londonderry and how its complex story continues to evolve today.
- Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin’s elegant Georgian squares, O’Connell Street and the Custom House.
- Ballykilcavan: Meet David Walsh, owner of Ballykilcavan Farm & Brewery and learn how he set up the brewery to help secure the financial future of his family farm. Experience the passion behind his sustainable journey and the story behind the beer you taste. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
- Galway: The perfect mix of vibrancy and quiet charm, Galway is a coastal town on the west of
11 nights from $10,350 per person
Brendan Vacations: Incredible Ireland
Day 1 - Welcome to Ireland
Begin your Irish adventure as you travel to Maynooth in County Kildare and arrive at Carton House, your home for the night. Enjoy a historical tour of the estate and get a captivating glimpse into the legacy of its residents. Later, join your fellow travelers for dinner at your hotel.
Accommodations: Carton House
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 - Heritage Farming meets Brewing & Killarney Countryside
Head into County Laois and meet David Walsh, the owner of Ballykilcavan Farm & Brewery for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. For over 300 years and 13 generations, his family have worked this farm, which also supports his sustainable brewery. You’ll take a tour to learn about the passion that spurred this journey of sustainability, the home-grown story of the beer and its ingredients that you’ll taste. Then, onwards to Killarney, to take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage called a jaunting car and learn about the nature, history and lore of the National Park.
Accommodations: Great Southern Killarney
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3 - Waterfalls & wide-open views
Today you’ll take a scenic hike through Killarney National Park with a Local Specialist. Starting at the 70ft-high Torc Waterfall, you’ll walk through meadowland and forested path to Muckross House. Next, you’ll embark on a day of discovery around the Ring of Kerry, learning about the history, geography and legends of this picturesque peninsula that has inspired writers and artists for centuries.
Accommodations: Great Southern Killarney
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 - Monoliths, Music & a Majestic Castle
Today you head north in the Shannon Region to visit the majestic Cliffs of Moher. These must-see natural masterpieces tower over 700ft (214m) above the Atlantic Ocean and are set within a UNESCO Global Geopark. Journey onwards to enjoy an afternoon of music, laughter and food at Doolin Music House where you’ll learn Irish tunes and the humors of pub culture from your host Christy and his friends. Tonight, arrive at Dromoland Castle hotel and enjoy an evening of elegance and indulgent fine dining at the Earl of Thomond restaurant.
Accommodations: Dromoland Castle Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - Gourmet Galway & on to Westport
Today enjoy a leisurely morning relaxing at Dromoland Castle and exploring the grounds before heading to Galway to get to know this lively coastal town on a Galway Food Tour with an enigmatic Local Specialist. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, you’ll walk the cobblestoned streets and meet local artisanal producers and restaurateurs while sampling dishes, ingredients and produce.
Accommodations: The Grace at Westport Estate
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6 - Wonderful Westport & Island Exploration
After breakfast, you’ll join a Local Specialist on a Westport Walking Tour to explore this beautiful heritage town known for its colorful, charming buildings and famous tales of bravery and pirate lore. Then, explore the beautiful Achill Island before returning for dinner at your hotel.
Accommodations: The Grace at Westport Estate
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7 - Distillery Delights & on to Derry~Londonderry
Today, take an immersive dive into craft spirits at The Shed Distillery, home to the famous Gunpowder Irish Gin. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, you’ll discover the inner workings of a distillery that blends tradition and heritage with contemporary innovation and a flair for exciting flavor profiles. Afterwards, you’ll venture onwards to Derry~Londonderry and enjoy another MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on a walking tour with a Local Specialist. You’ll walk its ancient streets, explore charming courtyards and travel along the famous city walls, learning about the city’s fascinating stories and complex history.
Accommodations: The Ebrington Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8 - Captivating Causeway, Farm Fun and on to Belfast
Head to Glenshane Country Farm to learn about life as a shepherd and watch skilled sheepdogs herd sheep. Then, journey along the incredible Antrim Coast to the majestic Giant’s Causeway. On an unforgettable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, meet Mark Rodgers, a passionate Local Specialist who channels the spirit of the seanchaí (Irish storyteller) on an insightful walking tour that explores the myths, magic and majesty of this breathtaking coastal landmark. Continue to Belfast, Northern Ireland’s capital.
Accommodations: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 - Discover Brilliant Belfast
Meet a Local Specialist for a city tour of Belfast’s landmarks. Next, take an extraordinary journey into the past at Titanic Belfast, a museum built on the slips where the fated ship was constructed. Experience the development of the ship, its impact on Belfast and the tragedy of its sinking. This evening you’ll travel around the city and explore its pub culture, finishing with a hearty classic fish and chips dinner, done up proper.
Accommodations: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10 - Royal Residence & a Captivating Cathedral
Today you leave Northern Ireland, but not before making a short drive to visit Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Delve into pivotal diplomatic history on a tour or take a relaxing walk in 100 acres of beautiful grounds. Continue south to Dublin and upon arrival, visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Take in this stunning work of gothic architecture and the recently restored Lady Chapel that dates back 1270.
Accommodations: The Davenport
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11 - Discover Dynamic Dublin
Enjoy a tour of the city’s highlights before heading to EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum. Explore 20 interactive galleries which chart the tales of triumph and adventure of poets, politicians, rebels and rogues who were among 9 million people who left Ireland to form communities around the world. After, enjoy a lunch at a local pub. The rest of the day is free.
Accommodations: The Davenport
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 12 - Goodbye Ireland
Head to the airport for your return journey home.
Meals: Breakfast
extensive gardens, which are open to the public; as is the Main House. There is a lovely restaurant in the house, overlooking the gardens and Wicklow Mountains, which offers the finest in Irish artisan, home cooked cuisine. The 34,000 acres of this estate extend along both shores of the River Dargle . Powerscourt is one of the finest properties in Europe, designed and laid out by Daniel Robertson between 1745 and 1767. This property is filled with splendid Greek and Italian-inspired statuary, decorative ironwork, a petrified-moss grotto, lovely herbaceous borders, a Japanese garden, a circular pond and fountain with statues of winged horses, and an occasional herd of deer. Opportunity for shopping at Avoca Handweavers now located in Powerscourt House. Enjoy lunch here at Powerscourt or at a traditional Irish pub in the city centre.
number of city parks, such as St. Stephen’s Green and indeed Merrion Square. The highlights of any tour in Dublin may include a visit to Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse… and –if time permits –St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Vacation Details
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