Scenic Ireland - Classic Group

Scenic Ireland - Classic Group

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Scenic Ireland - Classic Group

10 Days Starting and ending in Dublin

Visiting: Dublin, Kilkenny, Blarney, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Westport, Sligo

Tour operator:

Insight Vacations

Tour code:

BIREZM20

From:
$4125

NB: Prices correct on 11-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Ireland’s scenery will inspire the mind of any curious traveller. On this ten-day guided Ireland tour, stand atop the towering Cliffs of Moher and admire 40 shades of green on the mystical the Ring of Kerry. A MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience Seatrails Coastal walk reveals a landscape that inspired William Butler Yeats while a foodie tour of the town of Westport finds you sampling local delicacies. Elevate your experience discovering historical insights at the iconic Blarney Castle and Kilkenny Castle.

Highlights

  • 9 Breakfast (B)

  • 4 Dinner with Wine (DW)

  • Dublin: A Local Expert will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.

  • Choose between two carefully selected activities

  • Killarney: Enjoy a memorable ride on a horse-drawn jaunting car with the local jarveys as you explore the lush scenery of Killarney National Park.

  • Killarney: Join a gentle hike with a nature guide in Killarney National Park and admire stunning mountains, lakes, woods and waterfalls. Stroll along the lake shore and past the impressive 15th Century Ross Castle and the famous Muckross Estate, a charming 19th Century mansion and grounds. Alternatively, enjoy a memorable ride on a horse-drawn jaunting car with the local jarveys.

  • : If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

  • : Ferry across the Shannon estuary

  • : Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.

  • : Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

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Day 1: Welcome To Dublin

Location: Dublin

Accommodation: Riu Plaza The Gresham

Meals Included: Dinner with Wine

Soul-stirring landscapes of rugged cliffs and rolling hills, the 'Emerald Isle' has lured the most curious of travellers for centuries. Get your bearings and discover Dublin’s past and present on an insightful orientation tour with your Local Expert past the Georgian Squares and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Hear stories of Ireland's largest church dating back to the 1100s, gain all the insights learning how Jonathan Swift was once installed as Dean and ultimately laid to rest. After an afternoon celebrating the icons of scenic Ireland, embrace its fine cuisine over a Welcome Dinner.

Day 2: Dublin And Kilkenny

Location: Dublin, Kilkenny

Accommodation: Hotel Kilkenny.

Meals Included: Breakfast

A tall pint and a history dating back to 1759. Learn the story behind the name at the Guinness Storehouse where you’ll sip your way through history, starting with when the founder, Arthur Guinness, signed a 9,000-year lease on St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin. After an enlightening morning, arrive in the medieval city of Kilkenny, with its majestic castle and river walk. Browse the medieval mile showcasing the hub of Ireland’s arts and crafts scene along its narrow lanes on an orientation. Visit Kilkenny Castle, founded after the Norman conquest of Ireland and rebuilt, extended and adapted over 800 years.

Day 3: Blarney Castle And Killarney Relaxed Start

Location: Kilkenny, Blarney, Killarney

Accommodation: Killarney Oaks

Meals Included: Breakfast

Blarney Castle conjures up images of the centuries-old castle, the Witch's Kitchen and Wishing Steps gardens and, of course, the infamous stone – said to bestow the 'gift of the gab' upon whoever kisses it. Take your turn at giving it a peck knowing that the stone was sourced from 330-million year-old limestone. Next, head to Killarney, gateway to the famous Ring of Kerry, that has been welcoming travellers who appreciate the spectacular scenery of woodlands and lakes, for over 250 years. Delve into the insights on an orientation with your Travel Director and relive the highlights of the day over a Dine Around evening of local cuisine.

Day 4: Killarney Free Day

Location: Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Killarney

Accommodation: Killarney Oaks

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

This morning, take in Killarney with Insight Choice. Choose to join a memorable ride on a horse-drawn jaunting car with the local jarveys. Alternatively, admire incredible scenery on a gentle hike with a Local Expert along the lake shore and past the grounds of the 15th Century Ross Castle. Famous for its 'forty shades of green,' the Ring of Kerry has inspired writers and poets for centuries. Drink in the beauty of the coastal drive lined with beaches, colourful seaside villages and views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Day 5: Cliffs Of Moher And Galway

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Location: Killarney, Cliffs of Moher, Galway

Accommodation: Connemara Coast Hotel, Galway.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

All aboard Ferry Tarbert to Killimer bringing you to an up-close-and-personal encounter with the towering Cliffs of Moher. Take in views of the Clare Coast and the pounding Atlantic, where puffins find sanctuary in its nooks and crannies. Gain insights into the cliffs’ geology and history before driving through the rocky landscape of the Burren to Galway Bay. On an orientation tour, your Travel Director then shows you all the sights and insights of Galway such as the Lynch Memorial, Church of St. Nicholas, Spanish Arch and Eyre Square, dedicated to the late US President, John F. Kennedy. After an afternoon option to join a Galway Walking Tour, conclude your day with dinner out at a local restaurant hosting live music.

Day 6: Galway Free Day

Location: Galway

Accommodation: Connemara Coast Hotel, Galway.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Ireland’s cultural centre and the festival capital of Ireland, Galway hosts 122 festivals per year. One might say the city’s artistic side is reflected in actor Peter O’Toole, who has a strong connection with Galway. O’Toole claimed that he was born in Galway before being taken to England as a baby and built a house outside Clifden in the county. You’ll feel Galway’s fun, bohemian vibe come to life over your free day at leisure to discover this bustling port city. Curate your time joining an Optional Experience to the iconic Aran Islands, a must-see of scenic Ireland.

Day 7: Galway To Sligo

Location: Galway, Westport, Sligo

Accommodation: Sligo Park Hotel, Sligo.

Meals Included: Breakfast

The seaside town of Westport will charm any traveller. Your Local Expert leads you on a culinary walk for a tasting of the local favourites and to learn about the town's heritage - from its settlement 5,000 years ago to today. The town is famous for its sustainability and Westport House - a heritage home museum celebrating 300 years of Irish heritage, a quaint stone bridge, Rockfleet Castle and Burrishoole Abbey tied to the 16th-century pirate queen Grace O’ Malley. Meaning “abounding in shells,” the town of Sligo will enchant the most curious of travellers. An orientation tour introduces you to the charms of the town, followed by an Optional Experience Sligo Drive along the scenic shores of Sligo Bay.

Day 8: Sligo

Location: Sligo

Accommodation: Sligo Park Hotel, Sligo.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Embark on an insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience to Rosses Point, a small maritime village near the intriguing town of Sligo under the guidance of a Local Expert and maritime archaeologist. With the afternoon free in Sligo, take the opportunity for an in-depth look at one of the historic houses, museums or the Yeats memorial building. The Yeats Building in the heart of Sligo is a gathering space for literary culture and the arts. Its permanent Yeats exhibition and contemporary exhibitions and give you local insights into this land that was an inspiration for Yeats.

Day 9: Sligo To Dublin

Location: Sligo, Dublin

Accommodation: Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, Dublin.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

Depart Sligo this morning to conclude your scenic Ireland tour in Dublin. Your journey finishes with a memorable Farewell Dinner.

Day 10: Depart Dublin

Location: Dublin

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your journey comes to an end after breakfast.

Check out our Q&As

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1978.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

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