A superb 'Tour of Ireland' that takes in the highlights of Ireland including ‘The Connemara’, the rustic rural location for the iconic Irish Film ‘The Field’. From here we journey down the coastline to the 'Kindgom of Kerry' where we travel around the famous ‘Ring of Kerry’ before making our way to 'Kiss the Blarney Stone' on our route back to Dublin, via the seat of Irish Kings 'The Rock of Cashel'. A great all encompassing tour of the Emerald Isle.
Day One: Upon arrival, we transfer you to your hotel. Early afternoon we make our way in to Dublin for a familiarisation tour of the city’s landmarks including Dublin Castle. Afterwards you have a choice of sampling the vibrance of the city’s evening restaurants and bars, or heading back to your hotel.
Day Two: After breakfast, we make our way to the famous Guinness Store House to discover the history behind Ireland’s most famous brew. Afterwards, we head westwards to Athlone on the banks of the mighty Shannon. After lunch, we cross country to Galway on the West Coast. This evening there’s time to take a guided walking tour and an opportunity to enjoy an evening of local Irish hospitality.
Day Three: Our day is spent discovering the rugged landscapes of the Connemara on our way to visit Westport House, still owned by Browne family who are direct descendants of the 16th century Pirate Queen, Grace O’Malley. The house has commanding views of Clew Bay and the holy mountain Croagh Patrick. Before lunch, our route takes us by Gaynor’s Bar, the location of the film the Field, in Leenane, stopping for a brief photo before we arrive at picturesque Kylemore Abbey. Late afternoon we work our way back through the Connemara National Park to Galway. Our evening is free to enjoy Galway at night.
Day Four: After breakfast we head for the Cliffs of Moher, passing through Kinvarra, and Lisdoonvarna (famous for its Matchmaking Festival) and onwards to the visitor centre to take in breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. After lunch, we travel inland to Bunratty Folk Park for an afternoons guided tour, before driving through the idyllic village of Adare as we make our way southwards to our hotel in Killarney. Our evening is spent in the town.
Day Five: This morning we take our ‘Ring of Kerry’ tour, enjoying spectacular views of the ocean, whilst passing through Cahersiveen and Waterville. Our Journey takes us through the Killarney National Park via Molls Gap, and lady’s View which over looks the Killarney lakes. Our evening is free to enjoy the local hospitality of Killarney.
Day Six: A visit to Ireland wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Blarney Castle to kiss the famous stone and we head northwards off after our breakfast. After lunch we drive onwards to visit the imposing Rock of Cashel, royal seat of the Celtic kings of Ireland as we continue back towards Dublin. Our last evening is spent exploring the famous Temple Bar District.
Day Seven: We transfer from your hotel to Dublin Airport to connect with your flight back home
