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Escorted Tour Highlights
Countries Visited:
Ireland
Cities Visited:
See Description
Sightseeing Highlights
Dining Summary
- 2 Dinner (D)
- 5 Breakfast (B)
Be My Guest
- Killarney: Visit the working farms of Muckross, taking you back to a time of traditional farming. Learn how to churn butter and dine in the Quilles Farmhouse, set against the scenic backdrop of the lakes of Killarney.
Dive into Culture
- Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour.
- Foynes: Visit Foynes Flying Boat Museum, the only dedicated flying boat museum in the world, to gain insight into the rich history of aviation.
Iconic Experience
- Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin 's elegant Georgian squares, O 'Connell Street and the Custom House.
- Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone, the famous stone of eloquence, are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. Take your turn at giving it a peck knowing that the stone was sourced from 330-million-year-old limestone.
- Cliffs of Moher: Towering cliffs and the dramatic sea, the Cliffs of Moher has inspired countless travelers. Visit the Exhibition Center and look out over the Wild Atlantic Way from these majestic cliffs that rise over 700 feet high. Gain insights from your Travel Director into the cliffs ' geology, history and the species that find sanctuary in its nooks and crannies.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Killarney: Enjoy freshly baked goods in Ireland's most charming tea room. Deenagh Lodge, located at the entrance of Killarney National Park, advocates for positive changes in society and provides training and employment opportunities to over 30 Down Syndrome adults. This experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Dublin with a Local Specialist
- Discover Waterford, Cork and Tralee
- Visit Trinity College, Glendalough, Waterford Crystal, Blarney Castle, Foynes Flying Boat Museum and the Cliffs of Moher
- View St. Kevin's Cross in Glendalough, The Burren, Cliffs of Moher Geopark and the Shannon Estuary
- See Dublin's Georgian Squares
- Scenic Drive the Dingle Peninsula
Top Rated Highlights
- Dingle Peninsula: Follow the Slea Head route, a dramatic coastal drive around the Dingle Peninsula, where sheer cliffs, secluded beaches, and ancient ruins reflect centuries of settlement. Pass prehistoric ring forts, beehive huts and Ogham stones, evidence of early Gaelic communities. Offshore, see the Blasket Islands, once home to a resilient Irish-speaking population who, facing isolation and hardship, relocated to the mainland in 1953.
What's Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
Overview
Blaze a trail and tick off the Treasures of Ireland on this quick jaunt around the Emerald Isle, including stops in Dublin and Cork. Learn all about Viking history, kiss the Blarney Stone and watch in wonder as the Dingle Peninsula unfolds.
Year Round Offers
- Early Payment Discount – Save up to 10%
- Young Travelers ages 5 to 17 save up to 10% off
- Triple Accommodations Discount
- 5% discount if you travel with 5 to 8 friends
Day 1: Welcome to IrelandPut a little Irish spring in your step and stroll through the lyrical capital of Dublin - your springboard to an unforgettable jaunt through the treasures of Ireland. Join a Local Specialist this afternoon to explore the city's iconic sights. Walk the cobbled courtyard of Trinity College and visit the Book of Kells. Then, enjoy a friendly dinner to get to know your fellow travelers.
Day 2: Journey to Waterford and Cork Dive Into CultureDeparting Dublin this morning, journey to the peaceful monastic ruins at Glendalough which survived repeated Viking attacks over the centuries. Dive Into Culture, watching the master crafters of the House of Waterford Crystal as they create delicate works of art. Your final stop today is the 'rebel' city of Cork, where you'll have a free evening to enjoy a little Irish craic and soak up the lively atmosphere of this university city.
Day 3: See the Sights of Blarney and Killarney National Park Make Travel MatterEmbark on a scenic drive to Blarney Castle, where you have the opportunity to kiss its famous stone to acquire the 'gift of the gab'. Continue to Killarney and stop at the beautiful cafe in the gate lodge of Killarney National Park for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Enjoy a traditional pony and trap ride on an Optional Experience through the beautiful Bourn-Vincent National Park. During this optional journey, your Local Specialist will share fascinating anecdotes about the area and Ireland. End the day with a Be My Guest experience at Muckross Traditional Farms discovering what Irish rural life was like in the 1930s.
Day 4: A Day on the Dingle PeninsulaAdmire the wide skies, peaceful towns and coastal scenery of the Dingle Peninsula as you drive to dramatic Slea Head at the peninsula 's far end.
Day 5: Admire the Cliffs of Moher and on to Limerick Dive Into CultureDelve into the era of the first transatlantic flights during a visit to the Flying Boat Museum in Foynes. At one time, it was the refuelling point for Pan Am's Flying Boat, the Yankee Clipper. Picture life as a passenger onboard a replica Boeing 314 as we Dive Into Culture and experience the aircraft first hand. You will walk away knowing how Irish Coffee was invented. Here you can imagine yourself a weary passenger, delayed due to bad weather while you sip your own cup of 'Foynes Original,' used to treat nervous passengers years ago. This afternoon, travel to the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center. This wonderfully engaging experience brings one of Ireland 's most treasured natural phenomena to life. Enjoy the IMAX-type multimedia which gives visitors a bird 's eye view of the cliffs or dive virtually beneath the surface of the Atlantic. Continue to your hotel in Limerick where we spend the night, and perhaps join an Optional Experience to enjoy a banquet and medieval entertainment in the great hall of an Irish Castle.
Day 6: Onwards to DublinYour journey through the treasures of Ireland has come to an end. For now, it 's time to wish your fellow travelers slán abhaile as your memorable holiday comes to an end.
All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour
operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material
provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates
are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices
on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors,
omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
confirm availability and pricing.
Brendan Vacations
Blaze a trail and tick off the Treasures of Ireland on this quick jaunt around the Emerald Isle, including stops in Dublin and Cork. Learn all about Viking history, kiss the Blarney Stone and watch in wonder as the Dingle Peninsula unfolds.
All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour
operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material
provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates
are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices
on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors,
omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
confirm availability and pricing.
