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Emerald Isle & the Land of Ice and Fire
Ireland & Iceland in 15 Days, 13 Nights in Destination
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$8,299
$5,799
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-30%
Isabel
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Embark on an adventure of a lifetime as you navigate Ireland’s historic cities, wild landscapes and vibrant culture before exploring the volcanoes, waterfalls, glaciers and geysers of the land of ice and fire.
Trip Highlights
- Cliffs of Moher
- Dublin
- Kilkenny
- Killarney National Park
- Geysir Geothermal Area
- Gullfoss Waterfall
- Reykjavik
- Skogafoss Waterfall
- Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Included
All flights
Accommodation
Some transfers
Activities
Breakfast only
Availability
Departures available until April 2025
Available Group tours
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charm included
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Itinerary
Get to know the historic cities of Dublin, Galway and Connemara and enjoy the stunning landscapes of beaches and small Irish towns in the Ring of Kerry. Next, explore the magical northern island of Iceland known for its volcanoes in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, glaciers and waterfalls in the South Shore and geysers in the Golden Circle.
1st Day: Canada - Night on board
Arrive at your Canadian departure airport ready to board a flight to Dublin, the Irish capital. Night on board.*
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
2nd Day: Dublin
Arrive at Dublin airport, meet your driver and transfer to the hotel. Once settled, spend the rest of the day exploring the Irish capital at your leisure. Why not take a stroll along the banks of the River Liffey to admire the city's diverse architecture or head straight to the vibrant Temple Bar area to enjoy the cosy atmosphere of Dublin's best pubs and eateries. A number of venues in the area hold regular live music performances so be sure to catch one of these for an unforgettable start to your journey through Ireland. Overnight stay in Dublin.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Staycity Aparthotels - Ti... or similar
459 Reviews
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3rd Day: Dublin
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy a walking tour of Dublin. Explore the most emblematic sights and get to know the history of this wonderful capital. Pass by famous Trinity College, the oldest university in Ireland and whose library is home to the legendary Book of Kells. Continue to the Temple Bar area, the cultural center of Dublin and home to colorful pubs which host live Irish music and dance performances. Learn the legend of the Ha’Penny Bridge over the River Liffey and stroll past Dublin Castle, the seat of British Rule in Ireland for over 700 years. Continue past Christchurch Cathedral and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Ireland's largest church and named after the beloved patron Saint of Ireland. The remainder of the day is free to enjoy your last moments in Dublin at your leisure. Why not pay a visit to the Jameson Whiskey Distillery, or the famous Guinness Storehouse to learn all about the "black stuff". For dinner and a show, you can join our optional Irish evening*. Overnight stay in Dublin. Overnight stay in Dublin.
*Optional Irish evening with dance show and dinner: Enjoy a 3-course dinner and an evening filled with traditional Irish song and dance.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Staycity Aparthotels - Ti... or similar
459 Reviews
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Activities
Walking Tour of Dublin
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Irish evening with dance show and dinner
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4th Day: Dublin - Athlone - Galway
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave the capital behind today as you travel to the town of Athlone, which sits on the River Shannon in the center of the county. Take a panoramic tour of Athlone to see its impressive 13th-century castle and historic streets. After some time at your leisure, continue to Galway a port city on Ireland’s west coast, where the River Corrib meets the Atlantic Ocean. Visit the city center, learn about its history and explore Eyre Square, a popular meeting spot surrounded by shops and traditional pubs, many of which still offer traditional Irish folk music shows. Overnight stay in County Galway.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Nox Hotel or similar
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Activities
Galway City Centre Visit
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Panoramic Tour of Athlone
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5th Day: Galway - Connemara - Galway
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart towards Connemara National Park, a beautiful cultural region, situated in County Galway. Connemara is known for its strong connection to traditional Irish culture and immaculate landscapes. Admire the rolling countryside, home to wild Connemara ponies. After a day of exploring the rich landscapes of rural Ireland, return to your hotel and enjoy the evening at your leisure. Overnight stay in County Galway.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Nox Hotel or similar
1059 Reviews
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Activities
Connemara National Park
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6th Day: Galway - Cliffs of Moher - Killarney
Breakfast at the hotel. Discover one of the most iconic landscapes in Ireland: the stunning Cliffs of Moher! Stretching along the coastline for around 14-kilometers, these dramatic sea cliffs overlook the wild waters of the Atlantic. Set off towards Country Kerry, stopping along the way in Limerick, one of the oldest and most important cities in Ireland, dating back to the 12th-century. Afterwards, continue to the southwest of Ireland and into County Kerry, home to the beautiful scenery of the Killarney National Park. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Kerry.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Torc Hotel or similar
265 Reviews
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Activities
Cliffs of Moher
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Limerick & County Kerry
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7th Day: Killarney - Ring of Kerry - County Cork
Breakfast at the hotel. Explore the Ring of Kerry today, an area of immense natural beauty, glistening lakes and dramatic coastlines, home to incredible beaches and charming seaside villages. In the afternoon, head towards Cork, known as the culinary capital of Ireland and famed for its fantastic food market. It's also home to brilliant museums and art galleries and the legendary Shandon Bells. Overnight stay in County Cork.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Carrigaline Court Hotel &... or similar
869 Reviews
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Activities
Ring of Kerry
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Visit to the city of Cork
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8th Day: Cork - Kilkenny - Dublin
Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the journey back to Dublin, stopping along the way at the medieval town of Kilkenny with its cobblestoned streets and imposing St. Canices Cathedral. After some time at your leisure, continue towards the capital. Arrive in Dublin and enjoy the evening at your leisure, hitting the bars or revisiting your favorite sights. Overnight stay in Dublin.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Staycity Aparthotels - Ti... or similar
459 Reviews
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Activities
Kilkenny Town
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9th Day: Dublin - Reykjavik
Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Reykjavik. Touch down in Reykjavik, the capital and largest city in Iceland. Self-transfer* to the hotel** and get settled in before enjoying the remainder of the day exploring at your leisure.
If time allows, get out and explore the cosmopolitan atmosphere and unique Icelandic cuisine of the capital or visit Reykjavik's fantastic museums on Viking heritage. Overnight stay in Reykjavik.
*Optional private transfer can be added at an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.
**The early check-in is at your disposal only upon availability and can be requested and paid for directly once you arrive at the hotel.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Klettur or similar
2353 Reviews
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10th Day: Reykjavik - Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Breakfast at the hotel. Your guide will greet you at the hotel in the morning. Today, embark on a full day excursion to the Snæfellsnes peninsula where you will get to explore the natural wonders of this location that divides the west coast of Iceland into two large bays. Start by visiting the northern part of Mýrar, home to an array of volcanic craters, including Eldborg, the largest one.
Next, head west towards the tip of the peninsula, passing the small fishing towns of Grundarfjörður, Ólafsvík, Rif and Hellissandur. You will also be passing by the Snæfellsjökull National Park, full of interesting geological phenomena and historic sites. Stop at Arrow Mountain or Kirkjufell Mountain, famous for appearing in the TV series Game of Thrones.
Here you will also find a beautiful waterfall called Kirkjufellsfoss. Make a short detour to Djúpalónssandur and take a short walk along a marked path to the lovely black pebble beach. From here, you will drive around the tip of the peninsula at the foot of Snæfellsjökull, a glaciated volcano where the famous novel “The Journey to the Centre of the Earth” by Jules Verne is set in. Visit Þúfubjarg, a spectacular cliff and a nesting colony for many seabirds.
Continue to Arnarstapi and Hellnar to view the beautiful coast and impressive variety of birdlife. Stop by Búðir, a charming little site located on a natural inlet. Return to your hotel and overnight stay in Borgarnes.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Borgarnes or similar
296 Reviews
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Activities
Full-Day Excursion to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Moderate
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11th Day: Borgarfjörður - Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on an adventure around Borgarfjörður where you will see Deildartunguhver, Iceland’s largest hot spring. Drive further to the historic Reykholt, home of a 13th-century chieftain, writer, poet and scholar, Snorri Sturluson. Make your way to Hraunfossar and Barnafossar, some of Iceland’s most scenic waterfalls before you drive back to Borgarnes.
In Borgarnes you will visit the Settlement Center—devoted to recreating Iceland’s earliest days and introducing visitors to one of the country’s most iconic heroes, Egil Skalla-Grimson. The center also houses a restaurant, a café and a souvenir shop. Drive the scenic road around Hvalfjörður Fjord (weather permitting) on your way to the last stop of the day, Þingvellir National Park.
The park is known for being the site of Iceland’s parliament from the 10th to 18th centuries. On the site are the Þingvellir Church and the ruins of old stone shelters. The park sits in a rift valley caused by the separation of 2 tectonic plates, with rocky cliffs and fissures. Return to your hotel and overnight stay in Selfoss.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel South Coast or similar
115 Reviews
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Activities
Excursion to Borgarnes
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12th Day: Snaefellsnes - South Shore
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on a full-day excursion to the South Shore. Start by visiting Seljalandsfoss, a gorgeous waterfall that drops 60 m and is part of the Seljalands River.
From here, visit the Skógar Museum and then pass by Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers before stopping by Sólheimajökull glacier where you will get to marvel at the sights of the glacier and the lagoon in front of it from a platform viewpoint.
Finally, drive to Reynisdrangar, known for its spectacular coast and beautiful rock formations. Continue to Vik, a small town on the black beach. Overnight stay in South Shore.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel South Coast or similar
115 Reviews
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Activities
Excursion to South Shore and Skogafoss Waterfall
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13th Day: South Shore - Golden Circle - Reykjavík
Breakfast at the hotel. Take part in an excursion to Golden Circle where you will visit the numerous hot springs and see the famous Great Geysir and Strokkur, an active geyser that shoots out strong jets every few minutes. Then, you will make your way to Gullfoss waterfall, one of Iceland’s most beautiful natural wonders.
As an added optional, take part in a visit to the Secret Lagoon.* Overnight stay in Reykjavík.
*Optional visit to Secret Lagoon: Enjoy an authentic Icelandic experience by replenishing your body in warm, clean and sulfur-rich waters of the Secret Lagoon, Iceland’s oldest swimming pool, dating back to 1891. What makes it special are the rich natural resources of warm water coming from hot springs around it. With the pool water flowing continuously, it only takes about 24 hours for it to be completely replenished.
The water source comes straight from the Vaðmálahver, Básahver or Litli geysers and remains at a comfortable temperature of around 40 degree celsius all year round, perfect for a relaxing dip sure to help you decompress.
For those who choose not to bathe in the lagoon, your driver and guide will take you to Skálholt, a historically significant sight nearby. For centuries it was one of Iceland’s two episcopal sees, making it a cultural and political center. The first official school in Iceland was also founded here.
Please note: The availability of this activity is limited due to its high demand. To guarantee your spot at Secret Lagoon, you MUST book your ticket at least 30 days in advance
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Klettur or similar
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Activities
Excursion to Golden Circle
Moderate
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Visit to Secret Lagoon
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14th Day: Reykjavík - Blue Lagoon - Reykjavík
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Klettur or similar
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Activities
Blue Lagoon: Healing swim and relaxation
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Northern lights bus tour
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Northern Lights Boat Tour
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15th Day: Reykjavik - Canada
Breakfast at the hotel.* It's time to bid farewell to the captivating landscapes of Iceland. At the indicated time, self-transfer** to the airport for your flight back Canada. Arrive in Canada and end your trip.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
**Optional private transfer can be added at an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.
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Accommodation: 13 Nights
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- Departures from main Canadian airports.
- International flights: Canada - Dublin; Dublin - Reykjavik; Reykjavik - Canada.
- Flight: Dublin - Reykjavik.*more information
- 13 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.See hotels included
- 13 breakfasts.
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles in Ireland. Airport-hotel-airport transfers not included in Iceland.**more information
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- English speaking guide.***more information
*The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase
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Tax*, drinks, tips and airport transfers not mentioned in what's included.
*Accommodation tax in Iceland must be paid directly to the hotel (Approx. 666 ISK per room per night).
**The airport transfers in Iceland are not included. Optional private or shuttle bus transfers can be added as a supplement in the next step of the booking process.
Please note: Unless otherwise noted in the itinerary, lunches are not included on this trip.
*Documentation of the internal flights will be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.
Check-in and check-out times are set as a matter of internal policy at each hotel. As a general rule, check-in begins at 3PM and the check-out time is at noon. Please note that these hours may vary per the rules of an individual hotel.
About Ireland:
Note: Please keep in mind that the tour has a lot of ground to cover within a short schedule. In order to keep on track, we will be traveling for several hours per day.
The order of the itinerary may change to 2 nights in Dublin at the end of the tour and 1 night at the beginning of the tour. In all cases you will have 3 nights in Dublin in total.
About Iceland:
If travelling with Wizz Air, Easy Jet, or Fly Play, we recommend that you check your luggage online in order to avoid extra fees. The reservation only includes one piece of hand luggage per person (40 cm x 20 cm x 25 cm), which must be placed underneath the seat in front of you on the plane. Additional baggage may be purchased in advance on the airline’s website. Any luggage item larger than the aforementioned dimensions that is not reserved in advance will be subject to additional charges in the airport.
Double beds in Iceland hotels are not always the standard Canadian size and can sometimes be less wide.
**The airport transfers in Iceland are not included. Optional private or shuttle bus transfers can be added as a supplement in the next step of the booking process.
Additional information about Northern Lights: keep in mind that the Northern Lights in Iceland are not guarantee as the unpredictable weather conditions mean we cannot guarantee the excursions will go ahead.
***You will not meet your guide until the day after your arrive in Iceland, when you begin the tour of Reykjavik.
For groups consisting of 2 to 17 people you will not have a tour leader. Instead, your English speaking driver, who is very knowledgeable, will be assisting you with local information.
Tips: we advise to bring good shoes since in winter many sites may be covered in snow as well as their paths. The ground in Iceland can be slippery, wet, or icy. You may want to consider bringing or purchasing a pair of removable spikes (also known as crampons) to place on your shoes to aid with stability and grip. Also, you can bring your swimsuit, even if you don´t plan to swim. You might change your mind once you see the warm steaming lagoon!
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed without prior notice.
Entry requirements
Valid passport with at least six months validity.
Visa
No visa is required.
Currency
Euro.
Language
English.
Electricity
230 V. Adapter required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations.
Time zone
UTC.
Other useful information
Cars drive on the left-hand side of the road.
Tourist Office website
http://www.ireland.com/
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 778 807 9750 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
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