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

Included

  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

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

239 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

239 Reviews

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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

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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

1005 Reviews

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Activities

included
Connemara National Park

Light

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5th Day: Galway - Limerick - 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

244 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

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Activities

included
Visit to the city of Cork

Light

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included
Ring of Kerry

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

239 Reviews

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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

Included activity for day 2 in Dublin

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

Physical rating:

Moderate

Walking Tour of 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.

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Included

Included activity for day 3

Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Light

Galway City Centre Visit

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.

more information
Included

Included activity for day 3

Duration 01:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Light

Panoramic Tour of Athlone

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

more information
Included

Included activity for day 4

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

Physical rating:

Light

Connemara National Park

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.

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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 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.

Children: 2 - 12 years.

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

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

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