Introduction
The Grand Tour of Ireland is exactly that, a perfect all encompassing journey in this ancient land. We commence in Dublin and here can visit the museums or also take time to visit the Guinness Storehouse to see the origins of the famous Irish stout.
Next day we journey to Cork via the ancient city of Kilkenny and see its famed castle. You will drive the Ring of Kerry here which is a highlight of any trip to Ireland. We then explore further on the west coast to Galway and the inimitable wilds of the National Park of Connemara including a visit to the beautiful Kylemore Abbey.
The final leg of this great journey visits Belfast in Northern Ireland. En-route we visit the UNESCO site of The Giants Causeway and the ancient Bushmills Whiskey Distillery. Onward to Dublin and final departure. You will be forever enriched from the great journey you have achieved across this mystical land.
Quick overview by day:
Day
1
DUBLIN ARRIVAL
Day
2
CORK
Day
3
KILLARNEY
Day
4
RING OF KERRY
Day
5
DINGLE PENINSULA – LIMERICK
Day
6
GALWAY
Day
7
CONNEMARA
Day
8
SLIGO
Day
9
DONEGAL
Day
10
DERRY
Day
11
BELFAST
Day
12
DUBLIN
Day
13
DEPARTURE
1
Day 1
DUBLIN ARRIVAL
Arrive at Dublin Airport today, and transfer to your hotel. Depending on the time of arrival, enjoy a tour of the highlights of Dublin, which could include a visit to Trinity College to view the beautifully illuminated Book of Kells and the National Museum of Ireland..
Overnight: Dublin area
2
Day 2
DUBLIN TO GALWAY
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Dublin today. This day can be tailored to your liking, perhaps a visit St-Patrick’s Cathedral, Ireland’s largest church, where Jonathan Swift, author of “Gulliver’s Travels” was once Dean. Stop off at the Old Jameson Distillery, situated in the old markets area of the city, Smithfield. An audio-visual tour explains the process by which whisky is made and this is followed by a whisky tasting by all in the "Ball o' Malt Bar". A special tasting is organized to compare the most popular Irish whiskies with bourbon and scotch whisky. This afternoon depart Dublin for your next stop, County Galway.
Overnight: Galway area.
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Day 3
CONNEMARA
Spend today exploring the country of the “Quiet Man” and “The Purple Taxi”-Connemara, an area full of contrast, Granite Mountains populated only by sheep with hundreds of lakes forming a fisherman’s paradise. Its stone walls, small farms, thatched cottages in isolated splendor with its heather covered hills create an unforgettable scene for all its visitors. The route takes us from Galway to the lake dotted center of Connemara at Maam Cross. The road continues through the colorful town of Clifden and on through the Irish speaking lowlying part of Southern Connemara with its countless beautiful lakes.
Overnight: Galway area
4
Day 4
GALWAY TO KERRY
Depart for Kerry this morning, and travel through the heart of County Clare - the Burren Region. The Burren is a geological paradise boasting over 2,000 plants and many rare flowers. Continue along the coast of Clare to view the spectacular Cliffs of Moher which form a 200m wall that plunges into the Atlantic Ocean, from which you can see from Galway Bay. Continue through the farming countryside of Limerick to Kerry.
Overnight: Kerry area
5
Day 5
RING OF KERRY
A superb tour of the Iveragh Peninsula (170 kms), taking in spectacular scenery - mountains, peat bogs, lakes and magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean as one travels along the coast road. Leaving Killarney you travel through Killorglin, famous for its Puck Fair, then to Glenbeigh where the cliff road affords panoramic views of the Dingle Peninsula and Dingle Bay. Continue to Cahersiveen, the birth place of National hero, Daniel O’Connell, drive through the peat bogs to the sea town of Waterville. Continue to Sneem Village, famous because of its brightly colored houses. The road continues with superb views of the famous Lakes of Killarney.
Overnight: Kerry area
6
Day 6
DINGLE PENINSULA & LIMERICK
Depart for a tour of the Dingle Peninsula, where movies such as “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Far and Away” were filmed. The Peninsula has an extraordinary number of ring forts, high crosses and other ancient monuments. The area west of Dingle has the greatest concentration of ancient sites in Kerry. This area is also a genuine Irishspeaking region. The landscape here is dramatic and there are striking views of the Blasket Islands from Slea Head.
Overnight: Limerick area
7
Day 7
LIMERICK TO DUBLIN
Return to Dublin and afternoon free to explore the city or to do your last minute shopping.
Overnight: Dublin area
8
Day 8
Dublin & International Departure
Travel to Dublin Airport for return flight home.
Trip Details
Our trips are tailor-made to suit your requirements. Contact a travel expert for a comprehensive itinerary and pricing:
US$ 450+ per person per day (based on 5-star hotels)
US$ 450 – 400 per person per day (based on 4-star hotels)
US$ 400 – 350 per person per day (based on 3-star hotels)
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