Irish Splendor
Savor a true taste of Irish splendor. Explore the historic city of Dublin by bus. Gaze upon the historic Rock of Cashel and visit the famous Blarney Castle. Explore the spectacular Dingle Peninsula. Discover the fascinating story of Hollywood legend Maureen O’Hara and her connection to Foynes. Stand in awe on the Cliffs of Moher. Spend the night in a stately castle hotel and enjoy the atmosphere of its magnificent reception rooms. Enjoy a craft-spirit tasting at a distillery. From Dublin’s charming Grafton Street to the breathtaking sights of County Kerry, gaze across the countryside and beauty of Ireland.
Savor a true taste of Irish splendor. Explore the historic city of Dublin by bus. Gaze upon the historic Rock of Cashel and visit the famous Blarney Castle. Explore the spectacular Dingle Peninsula. Discover the fascinating story of Hollywood legend Maureen O’Hara and her connection to Foynes. Stand in awe on the Cliffs of Moher. Spend the night in a stately castle hotel and enjoy the atmosphere of its magnificent reception rooms. Enjoy a craft-spirit tasting at a distillery. From Dublin’s charming Grafton Street to the breathtaking sights of County Kerry, gaze across the countryside and beauty of Ireland.
Highlights
- Dublin is the capital and the largest city in Ireland. Dublin is located on Ireland’s east coast, and sits at the mouth of the River Liffey. Dublin was founded in 841 by the Vikings. Today, Dublin is the economic center of Ireland and the historical and contemporary center for industry, education and the arts.
- Blarney Castle is a medieval castle in Blarney near County Cork, Ireland. The castle was built nearly 600 years ago by Cormac MacCarthy. The castle is very popular with tourists because of the Stone of Eloquence, more commonly referred to as the Blarney Stone. Millions of tourists have flocked to the castle in kiss the Blarney Stone, located at the top of the castle.
- The Dingle Peninsula stretches for 30 miles into the Atlantic Ocean from the southwest coast, and is the northernmost peninsula in County Kerry, Ireland. The peninsula ends beyond the town of Dingle at Dunmore Head, the westernmost point in Ireland. The peninsula offers beaches which are safe for swimming and surfing, walking routes and towns featuring many events and festivals.
- The Cliffs of Moher are a series of cliffs located on the Atlantic coast of County Clare in the west of Ireland. They are 5 miles/8 kms long and 702 feet/213 meters tall at their highest point. On a clear day one can see the Aran Islands and Galway Bay. These cliffs are Ireland’s most visited natural attraction with up to 1 million visitors every year.
Hotels
- Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham — Dublin
- Killarney Towers Hotel — Killarney
- Old Ground Hotel — Ennis
- Cabra Castle — Kingscourt
Details
- Tour Operator
- Collette
- Start City
- Dublin
- End City
- Kingscourt
- Duration (Days)
- 8
- Activity Level
- Level 1
What's Included
- 9 meals included
- Dublin is the capital and the largest city in Ireland. Dublin is located on Ireland’s east coast, and sits at the mouth of the River Liffey. Dublin was founded in 841 by the Vikings. Today, Dublin is the economic center of Ireland and the historical and contemporary center for industry, education and the arts.
- Blarney Castle is a medieval castle in Blarney near County Cork, Ireland. The castle was built nearly 600 years ago by Cormac MacCarthy. The castle is very popular with tourists because of the Stone of Eloquence, more commonly referred to as the Blarney Stone. Millions of tourists have flocked to the castle in kiss the Blarney Stone, located at the top of the castle.
- The Dingle Peninsula stretches for 30 miles into the Atlantic Ocean from the southwest coast, and is the northernmost peninsula in County Kerry, Ireland. The peninsula ends beyond the town of Dingle at Dunmore Head, the westernmost point in Ireland. The peninsula offers beaches which are safe for swimming and surfing, walking routes and towns featuring many events and festivals.
- The Cliffs of Moher are a series of cliffs located on the Atlantic coast of County Clare in the west of Ireland. They are 5 miles/8 kms long and 702 feet/213 meters tall at their highest point. On a clear day one can see the Aran Islands and Galway Bay. These cliffs are Ireland’s most visited natural attraction with up to 1 million visitors every year.
Pricing
| Option | Price | Departure | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double | USD 2,899.00 | 2026-10-23 | |
| Single | USD 3,499.00 | 2026-10-23 | |
| Triple | USD 2,899.00 | 2026-10-23 | |
| Double | USD 2,899.00 | 2026-10-25 | |
| Single | USD 3,499.00 | 2026-10-25 | |
| Triple | USD 2,899.00 | 2026-10-25 | |
| Double | USD 2,699.00 | 2026-10-29 | |
| Single | USD 3,249.00 | 2026-10-29 | |
| Triple | USD 2,699.00 | 2026-10-29 | |
| Double | USD 2,699.00 | 2026-11-06 | |
| Single | USD 3,249.00 | 2026-11-06 | |
| Triple | USD 2,699.00 | 2026-11-06 | |
| Double | USD 2,599.00 | 2027-01-30 | |
| Single | USD 3,149.00 | 2027-01-30 | |
| Triple | USD 2,599.00 | 2027-01-30 | |
| Double | USD 2,599.00 | 2027-02-18 | |
| Single | USD 3,149.00 | 2027-02-18 | |
| Triple | USD 2,599.00 | 2027-02-18 | |
| Double | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-04 | |
| Single | USD 3,499.00 | 2027-03-04 | |
| Triple | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-04 | |
| Double | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-07 | |
| Single | USD 3,499.00 | 2027-03-07 | |
| Triple | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-07 | |
| Double | USD 3,199.00 | 2027-03-11 | |
| Single | USD 4,199.00 | 2027-03-11 | |
| Triple | USD 3,149.00 | 2027-03-11 | |
| Double | USD 3,199.00 | 2027-03-14 | |
| Single | USD 4,199.00 | 2027-03-14 | |
| Triple | USD 3,149.00 | 2027-03-14 | |
| Double | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-19 | |
| Single | USD 3,499.00 | 2027-03-19 | |
| Triple | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-19 | |
| Double | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-20 | |
| Single | USD 3,499.00 | 2027-03-20 | |
| Triple | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-20 | |
| Double | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-25 | |
| Single | USD 3,499.00 | 2027-03-25 | |
| Triple | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-25 | |
| Double | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-27 | |
| Single | USD 3,499.00 | 2027-03-27 | |
| Triple | USD 2,899.00 | 2027-03-27 |
Itinerary
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Day 1: Overnight Flight
Experience a true taste of Irish splendor on a trip that combines four-star accommodations, stunning scenery, and tasty local cuisine. Make a return to times past when you embark on an unforgettable tour of the Emerald Isle.
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Day 2: Dublin, Ireland
Arrive today in Dublin, Ireland’s historic capital city. With no scheduled activities until this evening, take your time settling in as you begin to encounter the Irish way. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for dinner at a local restaurant.
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Day 3: Dublin
Enjoy a full morning’s sightseeing bus tour of Dublin with a local expert. Navigate the city viewing famous sites, drive down the Georgian streets and bustling O’Connell Street, and give a nod to the statue of Oscar Wilde, perched on his stone. The rest of the day is yours to independently explore the “Fair City” as you wish. You may choose to join an optional tour to the Guinness Storehouse, followed by a traditional Irish dinner and dance performance.
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Day 4: Dublin - Killarney
Depart Dublin for Ireland’s breathtaking countryside. Visit the town of Cashel for views of the historic Rock of Cashel, the location where it’s believed St. Patrick preached and converted the king of Munster. Next, journey to historic Blarney Castle, where you may take the opportunity to kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Legend has it that those who kiss the stone are bestowed with the gift of eloquence. End your day in Killarney, a town surrounded by natural beauty. Enjoy dinner this evening at a local restaurant.
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Day 5: Killarney - Dingle Peninsula - Killarney
Set off this morning to follow what is perhaps Ireland’s most beautiful coastal route — the stunning Slea Head Drive on Dingle Peninsula. Then it's your choice! Visit the Blasket Centre, a heritage museum with stunning views of the Atlantic -OR- experience Killarney’s beauty the traditional way with a local jarvey on a jaunting car ride where history and storytelling come together in breathtaking scenery. This afternoon, you can take some time to explore the town of Dingle or Killarney.
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Day 6: Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - Ennis
Today, explore the fascinating Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum and discover the story of Hollywood star, Maureen O’Hara’s connection to Foynes. Continue to the stunning 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher for awe-inspiring views of the mighty Atlantic and Aran Islands. End your day in the charming town of Ennis. Enjoy the ambience of your historic hotel and feel the warmth of Irish hospitality. This evening you may join an optional tour to a medieval banquet dinner hosted in a castle.
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Day 7: Ennis - Kingscourt
Start your day with a cross-country journey to the picturesque Fore Valley. Explore a working distillery where you’ll discover the art of craft spirit-making and enjoy a tasting of its unique creations. Top your day off with an overnight stay on the regal grounds of a historic castle and toast the end of a fabulous trip during your farewell dinner.
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Day 8: Kingscourt - Tour Ends
Your tour comes to an end in Kingscourt.