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    Essence of the Emerald Isle

    Ireland in 8 Days, 7 Nights in Destination

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    The perfect trip for an overview of Ireland's historic cities, wild landscapes and vibrant culture!

    Trip Highlights

    1. Dublin
    2. Kilkenny
    3. Killarney National Park

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    1. All flights

    2. Accommodation

    3. All transfers.

    4. Activities

    5. Breakfast only

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    • Accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.

    Accommodation: 7 Nights

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    Day 1 to 3

    Staycity Aparthotels - Tivoli

    Location

    Dublin

    Category

    Nights

    2

    Rating TripAdvisor travelers

    The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Staycity Dublin City Centre, Academy Plaza Hotel, Cassidys, Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane, Clayton Hotel Charlemont, Jurys Inn Dublin Parnell Street, Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Maldron Hotel Parnell Square, Maldron Hotel Smithfield, Staycity Aparthotels Dublin Castle, Staycity Aparthotels Saint Augustine St, Staycity Dublin City Quay, Staycity Mark Street Dublin, The Belvedere, The Gibson hotel

    Itinerary

    Discover the city of Dublin and its history. Make the most of Galway with the traditional pubs and Irish folk music. Admire the beauty of Connemara and the scenery of Killarney National Park. Stop in Limerick before the stunning landscapes of beaches and small Irish towns in the Ring of Kerry. Head back to the capital to finalize your trip.

    1st Day: UK - Dublin

    Arrive at your UK departure airport ready to board a flight to 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. 

    * 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.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Staycity Aparthotels - Ti... or similar

    325 Reviews

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    2nd 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". Overnight stay in Dublin.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Staycity Aparthotels - Ti... or similar

    325 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Walking Tour of Dublin

    Moderate

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    3rd 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 Galway.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Nox Hotel or similar

    1018 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Galway City Centre Visit

    Light

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    included
    Panoramic Tour of Athlone

    Light

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    4th Day: Galway - Connemmara - 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 in Galway and enjoy the evening at your leisure. Overnight stay in Galway.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Nox Hotel or similar

    1018 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Connemara National Park

    Light

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    5th 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

    254 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Limerick & County Kerry

    Light

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    included
    Cliffs of Moher

    Light

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    6th 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

    840 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Ring of Kerry

    Light

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    included
    Visit to the city of Cork

    Light

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    7th 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

    325 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Kilkenny Town

    Light

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    8th Day: Dublin - UK

    Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the UK. Arrive in the UK and end your trip.

    Included activities

    Included

    Walking Tour of Dublin

    Included activity for day 2 in Dublin

    Pass by Trinity College and visit the area of Temple Bar, home to colourful pubs and Irish music. Learn about the Ha’Penny Bridge, walk past Dublin Castle and see Christchurch Cathedral and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

    Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: 09:00

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

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    Included

    Galway City Centre Visit

    Included activity for day 3 in Galway

    Visit the city centre, learn about its history and enjoy Eyre Square, which is a popular meeting spot surrounded by shops and traditional pubs and many still offer Irish folk music.

    Duration 02:00h Approx.

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Included

    Panoramic Tour of Athlone

    Included activity for day 3 in Athlone

    Take a panoramic tour of Athlone, a town on the River Shannon, to see its impressive 13th-century castle and historic streets.

    Duration 00:30h Approx.

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Included

    Connemara National Park

    Included activity for day 4

    Visit 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.

    Duration 06:00h Approx. Pick up time: 09:00

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information

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    The price includes

    • Included in all our trips. more information

    • Departures from main UK airports.

    • International flights: UK - Dublin - UK.

    • 7 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.

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    • 7 breakfasts.

    • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.

    • Visits and entrance fees as is indicated in the itinerary.

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    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.

    • ATOL Protection.

    • English speaking guide.

    *The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

    Not included

    Drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

    Please note: 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.

    Important: The airport transfer on departure is not included when adding additional nights to the itinerary. If required, a departure airport transfer can be added for an additional cost.

    • Entry requirements

      Valid passport.

    • 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.

    Children: 2 - 12 years.

    The Foreign & Commonwealth Office offer up-to-date travel advice by visiting www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

    If you have reduced mobility/require the use of a wheelchair and prefer to go at your own pace, please contact our customer service team at +44 20 8068 3176 or via our contact form.

    The Foreign & Commonwealth Office offer up-to-date travel advice by visiting https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

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    Great first trip with Exoticca

    Exactly as advertised on their website. All the hotels were up to par and very clean and breakfast in all hotels was very good. Our tour guide of Dublin, Michael was very informative about the city and our tour guide around Ireland, Bill Murray went above and beyond.

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