Depart Home for Dublin, Ireland
Arrive in Dublin, Ireland
Airport Transfer to Galway (Approx 2,5 hours)
Check-In, Relax and Refresh
Orientation Walking Tour - The group will become oriented with their neighborhood, the public transportation systems, nearby pharmacies, markets, ATMs, etc. Additionally, an in-depth safety briefing will be provided for what to do incase of an emergency.
Welcome Dinner in Local Pub with Traditional Irish Music
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Galway City Museum - Learn about Galway history and heritage with a visit to the City Museum
Walking Tour of Galway City with Tasting- Enjoy this Irish Welcome, where you get to walk, talk and taste your way through Galway City centre.
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Full Day Excursion to Connemara National Park
En Route Stop to Sheep Farm - Visit a traditional working Connemara mountain sheep farm, meet the farmer and view a skilled sheepdog demonstration.
Drive through Connemara National Park Stop at Picturesque Viewpoint
Kylemore Abbey - Nestled in the heart of Connemara, on the Wild Atlantic Way, Kylemore Abbey is a haven of history, beauty and serenity.
Return to Galway
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Transfer to Cork
Enroute Stop to Dunguaire Castle
Cliffs of Moher- Admire the stunning Irish countryside and travel along the Wild Atlantic Way to the incredible 700-foot high Cliffs of Moher. Browse intriguing exhibitions in the visitor center; marvel at the lunar limestone landscape of Burren, renowned for its rare flowers.
Lunch Break Liscannor
Enroute Stop Bunratty Castle Viewpoint
Optional Stop Bunratty Castle -Visit the acclaimed 15th Century iconic Bunratty Castle - the most complete and authentic castle in Ireland. The site on which Bunratty Castle stands was in origin a Viking trading camp in 970. The present structure is the last of four castles to be built on the site. Take a tour of this iconic fortress; hear and see how the lords and ladies of this castle lived; hear stories of battles and bravery and enjoy stunning views across the idyllic Clare countryside.
Arrive to Cork - Check in and Relax
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Blarney Castle - This historic castle is most famous for its stone, which has the traditional power of conferring eloquence on all who kiss it. The word Blarney was introduced into the English language by Queen Elizabeth I and is described as pleasant talk, intended to deceive without offending
Lunch Break
Jameson Midleton Distillery - Discover the Heart and Soul of Irish whiskey at Midleton Distillery Experience. Immerse yourself in a world of rich heritage, craftsmanship, and unforgettable stories.
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Ring of Kerry Full Day Excursion
The Ring of Kerry is considered one of the finest drives in the world. From rugged cliffs to golden beaches, small villages and pastures green to peat bogs and picturesque mountain ranges. The variety of attractions makes this one of the most diverse and interesting day tours that one is likely to experience in their travel adventures. From ancient stone forts to landscapes carved out of rock by the Ice Age, from sparkling lakes to winding mountain passes our day trip shall be a highlight and shall ensure lasting memories of the beautiful Kingdom of Kerry.
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Beef Farm Visit - Farm tour and/or cooking class from farm to table TBC
Traditional Irish Storyteller - This unique, authentic and entertaining evening of Irish storytelling offers a memorable experience in Cork. The group will listen to stories of Irish life long ago and gain fascinating insights into the history of Ireland.
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Transfer to Dublin (approx 2,5 hours)
Check-In, Relax and Refresh
Trinity College and Book of Kells - Home to Ireland's largest collection of books and manuscripts, the Old Library's principal treasure is the Book of Kells generally considered to be the most striking manuscript ever produced in the Anglo-Saxon world and one of the great masterpieces of early Christian art.
Breakfast & Day Briefing
National Famine Museum - The immersive National Famine Museum on the stunning Strokestown estate is a compelling and emotive visitor experience. Visitors can explore the parallel lives experienced in Ireland’s darkest times by 19th-century landlords, tenants, and cottiers.
Guinness Storehouse Experience and Group Dinner - Enjoy an intimate and exclusive guided tour of St. James’s Gate, with a Guinness Brewery Ambassador. Embark on an unforgettable journey through the working brewery that has stood here for the past three centuries.
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Boyne Valley Tour - TBC - Join us as we showcase the excellence of food production and farming within the Boyne Valley region. Meet with artisan food producers, hear the story of their product and production, tour the premises, and of course, sample the goods!
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Free Day in Dublin
Suggestions:
The Little Museum of Dublin - No trip to Dublin is complete without a visit to this award-winning city museum. You will find history, humour and hospitality in this much loved museum.
Glendalough, Kilkenny & Wicklow Mountains Excursion - A full-day tour of the Wicklow Mountains, monastic site of Glendalough, and the medieval city of Kilkenny. Enjoy scenic views, lush valleys, and still lakes and watch a shepherd with his trusty border collie sheepdog. Explore the wild, powerful beauty of quintessential Ireland and delve deep into the beating heart of this ancient country.
Game of Thrones Studio Tour - Located at the authentic filming location of Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge, Northern Ireland, step behind the scenes of The Seven Kingdoms and beyond.
Literary Pub Tour - The actor kicks off the Literary Pub Tour with a song - Waxies Dargle, with cheerful lines such as "When food is scarce and you see the hearse / You'll know you've died of hunger" - then takes us from the Duke pub through the cobbled square of Trinity College and into several pubs in a nearby maze of narrow streets.
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Airport Transfer
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