Scenic Ireland
Scenic Ireland
Scenic Ireland
13 Days Starting and ending in Limerick, Ireland
Visiting: Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Clifden, Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden, Westport, Sligo, Derry, Northern Ireland, Giant's Causeway, Belfast, Carlingford, Dublin, Kilkenny, Waterford, Blarney, Kinsale, Garnish Island, Killarney, Dingle Peninsula, Adare
Tour operator:
Tour code:
GI-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
23 - 46
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
No rabbit’s foot, horseshoe, or four-leaf clover can bring the good fortune that awaits on this grand and mostly undiscovered vacation to Ireland. On our most in-depth tour of this rolling green paradise, you’ll experience the luck of the Irish at every scenic turn. Making a full loop around the Emerald Isle—including Northern Ireland—you’ll see the cliffs, castles, and thatched-roof countryside Eire is known for as well as its coastal ports, medieval villages, and soulful cities. Visit the Titanic Belfast Experience where the ill-fated ship was built, and soak in the atmosphere in the lively pubs of Dublin where Irish history is still the topic du jour. Your stroke of luck continues as you stop to bake scones at a quaint Irish farm, take a private boat to beautiful Garinish Island, and meet the legendary crystal makers in Waterford. The fun that awaits is crystal clear.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Shannon,Ireland,Limerick
Location: Shannon Airport, Shannon Airport, Limerick
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Clayton Hotel Limerick
Meals Included: Dinner
This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Day 2 : Limerick,Cliffs Of Moher,Galway,Clifden
Location: Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Clifden
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Station House Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
CLIFFS OF MOHER Visit the 668-foot-high cliffs above the Atlantic Ocean.RATHBAUN Visit Rathbaun Farm to [LF] try your hand at scone baking to enjoy with coffee and learn about sheep herding on this Irish farm. GALWAY Free time. 144 mi / 230 km
Day 3 : Clifden,Kylemore,Westport,Sligo
Location: Clifden, Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden, Westport, Sligo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sligo Park Hotel And Leisure Club
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
KYLEMORE Visit the Benedictine abbey and gardens.WESTPORT Free time. 116 mi / 190 km
Day 4 : Sligo,Derry-Northern Ireland,Giant’S Causeway,Belfast
Location: Sligo, Derry, Northern Ireland, Giant's Causeway, Belfast
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Clayton Hotel Belfast
Meals Included: Breakfast
DERRY [LF] Walk on the city walls with a Local Guide.GIANT’S CAUSEWAY See more than 40,000 interlocking basalt columns formed millions of years ago. 203 mi / 328 km
Day 5 : Belfast
Location: Belfast
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Clayton Hotel Belfast
Meals Included: Breakfast
BELFAST On the “Living History” tour with a Local Guide see City Hall, the Albert Memorial Clock Tower, Queen’s University, and the Parliament Buildings at Stormont. Visit the Titanic Belfast Experience, followed by free time this afternoon.
Day 6 : Belfast,Carlingford-Ireland,Dublin
Location: Belfast, Carlingford, Dublin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Royal Marine Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
BELFAST Guided tour of Hillsborough Castle followed by morning coffee.CARLINGFORD Stop at a village on the Cooley Peninsula. 121 mi / 200 km
Day 7 : Dublin
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Royal Marine Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
DUBLIN Take a morning orientation drive to see O’Connell Street, Georgian squares, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College. Free time.
Day 8 : Dublin,Kilkenny,Waterford
Location: Dublin, Kilkenny, Waterford
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Granville Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
KILKENNY See one of Ireland’s most cosmopolitan yet quaint towns with medieval cobblestones. Visit Kilkenny Castle and gardens.WATERFORD Take a guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal. 132 mi / 213 km
Day 9 : Waterford,Blarney,Kinsale
Location: Waterford, Blarney, Kinsale
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Trident
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
WATERFORD Take a city walk with a Local Guide.BLARNEY Visit the village and Blarney Castle known for its magical Kissing Stone. 105 mi / 171 km
Day 10 : Kinsale,Garinish Island,Killarney
Location: Kinsale, Garnish Island, Killarney
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Killarney Towers Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
GARINISH ISLAND [LF] Private boat crossing followed by a walk of the island.RING OF KERRY Panoramic drive around part of Ireland’s spectacular southwestern peninsula. 100 mi / 158 km
Day 11 : Killarney. Excursion To Dingle Peninsula
Location: Dingle Peninsula, Killarney
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Killarney Towers Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
DINGLE PENINSULA Visit the Blasket Islands Centre and stop in Dingle. KILLARNEY Free time this evening. 107 mi / 172 km
Day 12 : Killarney,Adare,Limerick
Location: Killarney, Adare, Limerick
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Clayton Hotel Limerick
Meals Included: Breakfast
KILLARNEY Enjoy free time this morning.ADARE Stop at the quaint village to see its thatched cottages.LIMERICK Free time. 68 mi / 110 km
Day 13 : Limerick
Location: Limerick
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Fully Guided
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Transport
Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Insurance
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International Travel
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Giant's Causeway and Causeway Coast
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 6 three-course dinners
Accommodation
Limerick:Clayton Hotel LimerickClifden:Station House HotelSligo:Sligo Park Hotel and Leisure ClubBelfast:The Clayton Hotel BelfastDublin:Royal Marine HotelWaterford:Granville HotelKinsale:TridentKillarney:Killarney Towers Hotel
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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What is the maximum group size?
Usually max 43 people
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Low Deposit
Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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