10 days tour

Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle

This tour includes:

Transport

Motorcoach; ferry to/from Inishmore; minibus on the Aran Island; horse-drawn jaunting car in Killarney.

Accommodation

Hygieneprotocol

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Guide

An expert guide is included.

Meals

Full buffet breakfast daily; 1 lunch; 4 three-course dinners

Not included:

Optional

Flights

Others

Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Emerald Isle

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Dublin, Ireland
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive In Dublin, Ireland

      Cรฉad mile fรกilteโ€”a hundred-thousand welcomes! At 3pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for an afternoon orientation drive, including Oโ€™Connell Street, St. Patrickโ€™s Cathedral, and Trinity College. (D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      CITY SIGHTS โ€œIn Dublinโ€™s fair city where girls are so pretty,โ€ youโ€™ll also find great personality and charm. The charisma of Dubliners and the bounty of pubs here is matched only by the gorgeous Georgian Squares, 12th-century St. Patrickโ€™s Cathedral, and legendary library of Trinity College.


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  • Day 2 Day 2: Dublinโ€“Kildareโ€“Strokestownโ€“Castlebar
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Dublinโ€“Kildareโ€“Strokestownโ€“Castlebar

      Triumphs & Tragedies KILDARE Visit the Irish National Stud.
      STROKESTOWN Guided tour of the 1740s mansion and gardens at Strokestown House and the Famine Museum. (B,D)
      209 mi / 337 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      HISTORIC SPOT Relive history at Strokestown Park House, a stunning Georgian Palladian Mansion, with its original furnishings, and stroll the walled gardens in this historic site. Get a glimpse into the lives of generations of people who lived and worked here over the centuries, each adding their own chapter to the story and leaving their mark. Witness the history of the Great Irish Famine with a visit to the National Famine Museum to learn about the most devastating and tragic event in Irish history.


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  • Day 3 Day 3: Castlebarโ€“Kylemoreโ€“Galway
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Castlebarโ€“Kylemoreโ€“Galway

      Wild Atlantic Way and Irish Roses KYLEMORE Visit the Benedictine Abbey.
      GALWAY Free time this afternoon. (B)
      89 mi / 143 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      CULTURE & TRADITION Nestled between the woodlands and lakeshore near Galway City, Kylemore Abbey is home to the Benedictine Sisters who have been in residence since 1920 in a life of prayer, work, and community. The history of this stunning abbey reaches back to the 1800s as the estate of Irish patriot Mitchell Henry. Visit the abbey where handmade chocolates, wild Irish honey and traditional fuchsia pottery are sold. Stroll the lovely grounds of Irelandโ€™s largest walled garden in the heart of the Connemara countryside.


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  • Day 4 Day 4: Galway. Excursion To The Aran Islands
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Galway. Excursion To The Aran Islands

      Islands of Saints & Scholars GALWAY Ferry crossing to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands.
      INISHMORE Stop in for a light lunch at Joe Wattyโ€™s pub and hear from a local who shares stories about life on Inishmore Island. A minibus tour of the island with a local guide-driver includes a visit to the prehistoric clifftop fort of Dun Aengus. (B,L)
      45 mi / 72 km

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      TRADITION & CULTURE Joe Wattyโ€™s Bar & Seafood Restaurant on Inishmore Island is the place for good food, Gaelic music, and craic (good company). Unwind beside the fire or enjoy a Guinness in the beer garden to watch the world go by and learn a cรบpla focal (few words of Irish) from some of the locals.


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  • Day 5 Day 5: Galwayโ€“Cliffs Of Moherโ€“Limerick
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Galwayโ€“Cliffs Of Moherโ€“Limerick

      Sheep, Scones & Ancient Stones RATHBAUN Visit Rathbaun Farm and try your hand at scone baking, learn about sheep herding, and enjoy coffee and scones.
      CLARE COAST See the rocky landscapes of The Burren and stop to take photos of the prehistoric megalith at Poulnabrone Dolmen.
      CLIFFS OF MOHER Visit the 668-foot-high cliffs above the Atlantic Ocean.
      LIMERICK Free time this evening. (B)
      115 mi / 185 km

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      LOCAL TASTES Someoneโ€™s in the kitchen in Rathbaun Farm, just outside of Galway. You can don an apron and whip up your own delicious home-made scones, served with fresh preserves and whipped cream. Learn about the longtime tradition of sheep farming in this beautiful Irish landscape.


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  • Day 6 Day 6: Limerickโ€“Foynesโ€“Dingle Peninsulaโ€“Killarney
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Limerickโ€“Foynesโ€“Dingle Peninsulaโ€“Killarney

      Daring Young Men & Flying Machines FOYNES Take a guided tour of the Flying Boat & Maritime Museum, followed by Irish coffee demonstration and tasting.
      DINGLE PENINSULA Enjoy a scenic drive on Slea Head promontory. (B,D)
      159 mi / 255 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      LEGENDS & LORE Experience the era of transatlantic passenger flights, and the maritime legends of the River Shannon with a visit to the fantastic Flying Boat & Maritime Museum in Foynes, home to the worldโ€™s only full-size replica of a B314 flying boat, commemorating this Irish townโ€™s role in early passenger flights across the Atlantic and the legendary flying boats that carried celebrities, royals, and refugees alike. Learn about the daring history and folklore of Irelandโ€™s longest river.


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  • Day 7 Day 7: Killarney. Excursion To Ring Of Kerry
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Killarney. Excursion To Ring Of Kerry

      A Jaunting Good Time RING OF KERRY Panoramic drive around part of Irelandโ€™s southwestern peninsula.
      KILLARNEY Take a horse-drawn jaunting-car ride through the national park (B)
      99 mi / 159 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      NATURAL WONDERS County Kerry is home to the exquisite natural beauty of a rugged and mountainous expanse in Killarney National Park. A horse-drawn jaunting car ride is a great way to experience this natural wonderland, including the 1,000-foot McGillycuddyโ€™s Reeks, the highest mountain range in Ireland. Nestled at the foot of these mountains, the Lakes of Killarneyโ€™s shores and woodlands share this magical place with waterfalls and dramatic skies above Ross Castle.


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  • Day 8 Day 8: Killarneyโ€“Blarneyโ€“Waterford
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Killarneyโ€“Blarneyโ€“Waterford

      Fine Crystal & The Gift of Gab KILLARNEY Cross the Kerry Mountains into County Cork.
      BLARNEY Visit the village known for its magical Kissing Stone.
      WATERFORD Take a guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal. (B,D)
      126 mi / 203 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      LEGENDS & LORE Cut the blarney and hear the history of how telling tales is forever linked to the 15th-century castle and the village below in Blarney. One of the last estate villages that remain standing in Ireland, the village was built by an 18th-century landlord to house the castle workers there. Itโ€™s true!


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  • Day 9 Day 9: Waterfordโ€“Kilkennyโ€“Dublin
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Waterfordโ€“Kilkennyโ€“Dublin

      MEDIEVAL & MODERN IRISH CAPITALS KILKENNY Time to explore one of Irelandโ€™s most quaint towns.
      DUBLIN Free time this afternoon. (B)
      111 mi / 179 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      HISTORIC SPOT Time to explore the city of Kilkenny, referred to as the "Marble City" because of the widespread use of local black limestone to construct many local buildings. The "Medieval Mile" is the cityโ€™s main thoroughfare and is lined with medieval landmarks, quaint shops and charming pubs. Today Kilkenny is renowned for its active arts and crafts scene.


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  • Day 10 Day 10: Dublin
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Dublin

      Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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