Self-drive Of Ireland - The Emerald Tour
$ 12,388 .70 USD
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Whats included?
Itinerary
6x Breakfast
6x Breakfast
Accommodation included: 7 nights
Accommodation included: 7 nights
Accommodation
Accommodation
Car Rental - Comprehensive Insurance
Car Rental - Comprehensive Insurance
Bespoke Paddy the Pocket Pilot...
Bespoke Paddy the Pocket Pilot App - 24/7 Support on Tour
Most Activities, Experiences and Entries...
Most Activities, Experiences and Entries to National Parks
Detailed Itineraries
Detailed Itineraries
Entry/Admission - Clonmacnoise
Entry/Admission - Clonmacnoise
Entry/Admission - Cliffs of Moher
Entry/Admission - Cliffs of Moher
Entry/Admission - The Burren National...
Entry/Admission - The Burren National Park
Entry/Admission - Poulnabrone Dolmen
Entry/Admission - Poulnabrone Dolmen
Entry/Admission - Caherconnell Stone Fort...
Entry/Admission - Caherconnell Stone Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations
Entry/Admission - Mount Brandon
Entry/Admission - Mount Brandon
Entry/Admission - Slea Head Drive
Entry/Admission - Slea Head Drive
Entry/Admission - Dingle Distillery
Entry/Admission - Dingle Distillery
Entry/Admission - Ross Castle
Entry/Admission - Ross Castle
Entry/Admission - Old Kenmare Road
Entry/Admission - Old Kenmare Road
Entry/Admission - Blarney Castle &...
Entry/Admission - Blarney Castle & Gardens
Entry/Admission - Rock of Cashel
Entry/Admission - Rock of Cashel
Entry/Admission - Old Head Golf...
Entry/Admission - Old Head Golf Links
Not included:
Some optional activities and entrance...
Some optional activities and entrance fees that cannot be prepaid.
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ยAbout experience
Itinerary
Day 1: Clonmacnoise - Connemara
Stop At: Clonmacnoise, Shannonbridge Ireland
Journey towards the beauty and surroundings of the โฏ6th century monastery at Clonmacnoise, located on the banks of the โฏRiver Shannon. The monastery was a centre of excellence for learning and scholars created the finest of Celtic art and illuminated manuscripts over 600 years.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden, Connemara On the N59 between Clifden and Westport, Kylemore Ireland
Your next stop is โฏKylemore Abbeyโฏin the heart of Connemara. The rugged landscape of Connemara come hail rain or shine is guaranteed to take your breath away. Spend time roaming the abbey and Victorian walled garden on this 1000 acre estate overlooking Kylemore Lake and the majestic โฏConnemara National Park.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Glennagloghaun North, Monivea, Co. Galway, Ireland
Your hidden gem today will be revealed in the Galway region on your way to the wonderful west of Ireland.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 2: The Aran Islands
Stop At: Aran Islands, Aran Islands, County Galway, Western Ireland
After an hour drive from Clifden to Rossaveal Pier climb aboard the ferry to the โฏAran Islands.
Youโll land on rugged โฏInishmore, the largest of the three Aran Islands. Explore the Island by bicycle or by special request jaunting cart.
The route will take in the stone fort of โฏDรบn Aonghasa, which lies 100m over the ocean. While you are there you might โฏpick up a few words of โGaelicโโฏfrom the locals and maybe โฏtreat yourself to an original Aran Sweater!
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Inishmore, Inishmore, Aran Islands, County Galway, Western Ireland
Your hidden gem today will be revealed during your adventure around the Inishmore Island.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 3: Galway - The Cliffs of Moher
Stop At: Galway, Galway, County Galway, Western Ireland
Galway is a city that has its Medieval history at its very heart.
Our local guide will take you down the narrow streets where you can duck in and out of brightly coloured shops.
Try on โฏCladdagh Rings, Galway shawls and pass through โฏThe Spanish Arch โฏto take in the famous Claddagh fishing village.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Cliffs of Moher, Lislorkan North, Liscannor Ireland
The cliffs experience will take you by foot across its stunning natural features with the powerful Atlantic Ocean waves crashing in below. The cliffs are one of the most spectacular natural features in Ireland and are sure to leave you lost for words.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: The Burren National Park, Clare Heritage Centre, Corofin Ireland
Your hidden gem today will be revealed while driving through the Burren National Park.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 4: Doolin - Dingle
Stop At: Poulnabrone Dolmen, R480, The Burren, County Clare Ireland
Drive to Ireland's most famousโฏ Dolmen at Poulnabrone. These Neolithic monuments are scattered throughout the country marking burial sites and passage ways dating back to 3000BC.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Caherconnell Stone Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations, R480 Road, Caherconnell V95 YK31 Ireland
A short journey from the Dolmen, the farmers at Caherconnell will treat you to a spectacularโฏsheep dog trial. Prepared to be awestruck by the skill of the farmer and his furry friend as they gather up their flock of sheep. A true Irish experience.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tralee, Tralee, County Kerry
Your hidden gem today will be revealed in the hometown of the International Rose of Tralee Festival.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 5: The Dingle Peninsula
Stop At: Mount Brandon, An Daingean Co. Kerry Ireland
Today your morning begins exploring caves and inlets on โฏDingle Bay by kayak and meet county Kerryโs biggest celebrity โ Fungie the Dolphin.
If kayaking isnโt your thing you can take a moderate paced hike up Mount Brandon โฏwhere you will be rewarded with โฏ360-degree panoramic views of Dingle Bay and Castlegregory.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Slea Head Drive, Ireland
This afternoon jump in the car and takeโฏ an impressive trip along one of Irelandโs most scenic roads โ The Slea Head Driveโฏ. Highlights on the drive include: Dunquin Pier, Clogher Beach, Gallarus Oratory and Comenoole.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Dingle Distillery, R559 Milltown Roundabout, Dingle V92 E7YD Ireland
Take a tour at the famous โฏDingle Whiskey Distillery to sample their โฏaward-winning whiskey and gi nโฏand get an education on the history of whiskey production around the world.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dingle Peninsula, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
Your hidden gems today will be revealed all along the Slea Head Drive. There are so many treats in store for you.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 6: Sites on the Ring of Kerry
Stop At: Ross Castle Ross Road, Killarney Ireland
The Ring of Kerry is the very definition of the word scenic and you will discover many hidden gems. We will arrange a guided tour of Ross Castleโฏwhere you will learn what life was really like behind the stone walls.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kenmare, Kenmare, County Kerry
Your drive to Kenmare will take in views from Ladies View and โฏMollโs Gap. Stop for some โฏshopping and lunch in the beautiful heritage town of Kenmare. You will feel like you have just stepped into a movie set!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Old Kenmare Road, N71, Kenmare Ireland
Your hidden gem today will be revealed during your stop in picturesque Kenmare.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 7: Kinsale - Kiss the Blarney Stone
Stop At: Kinsale, Kinsale, County Cork
Wake up refreshed and ready to be taken on aโฏguided walking tour through the narrow streets of Kinsale with one of our favourite guides, Barry.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Blarney Castle & Gardens, Monacnapa, Blarney, Cork T23 Y598 Ireland
Paddy the Pocket Pilot app will direct you towards Blarney because you MUST not leave Cork without visiting Blarney Castle and Gardens and giving the Blarney Stone a big fat kiss!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Rock of Cashel, Rock Vista Moor Lane, Cashel Ireland
Your final stop before driving back to Dublin is the โฏRock of Cashel. The Rock of Cashel is over 1000 years old and you will get to see its medieval round tower, chapel, cathedral and castle.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dublin, Dublin, County Dublin
If you have a little time left in Dublin before you fly home we will arm you with fantastic things to see and do in the Capital city and surroundings. Let Paddy the Pocket Pilot guide you back to Dublin and make some reservations for you.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Old Head Golf Links, Kinsale Ireland
Your hidden gem today will be revealed during your stay in Kinsale.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 1: Clonmacnoise - Connemara
Stop At: Clonmacnoise, Shannonbridge Ireland
Journey towards the beauty and surroundings of the โฏ6th century monastery at Clonmacnoise, located on the banks of the โฏRiver Shannon. The monastery was a centre of excellence for learning and scholars created the finest of Celtic art and illuminated manuscripts over 600 years.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden, Connemara On the N59 between Clifden and Westport, Kylemore Ireland
Your next stop is โฏKylemore Abbeyโฏin the heart of Connemara. The rugged landscape of Connemara come hail rain or shine is guaranteed to take your breath away. Spend time roaming the abbey and Victorian walled garden on this 1000 acre estate overlooking Kylemore Lake and the majestic โฏConnemara National Park.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Glennagloghaun North, Monivea, Co. Galway, Ireland
Your hidden gem today will be revealed in the Galway region on your way to the wonderful west of Ireland.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 2: The Aran Islands
Stop At: Aran Islands, Aran Islands, County Galway, Western Ireland
After an hour drive from Clifden to Rossaveal Pier climb aboard the ferry to the โฏAran Islands.
Youโll land on rugged โฏInishmore, the largest of the three Aran Islands. Explore the Island by bicycle or by special request jaunting cart.
The route will take in the stone fort of โฏDรบn Aonghasa, which lies 100m over the ocean. While you are there you might โฏpick up a few words of โGaelicโโฏfrom the locals and maybe โฏtreat yourself to an original Aran Sweater!
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Inishmore, Inishmore, Aran Islands, County Galway, Western Ireland
Your hidden gem today will be revealed during your adventure around the Inishmore Island.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 3: Galway - The Cliffs of Moher
Stop At: Galway, Galway, County Galway, Western Ireland
Galway is a city that has its Medieval history at its very heart.
Our local guide will take you down the narrow streets where you can duck in and out of brightly coloured shops.
Try on โฏCladdagh Rings, Galway shawls and pass through โฏThe Spanish Arch โฏto take in the famous Claddagh fishing village.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Cliffs of Moher, Lislorkan North, Liscannor Ireland
The cliffs experience will take you by foot across its stunning natural features with the powerful Atlantic Ocean waves crashing in below. The cliffs are one of the most spectacular natural features in Ireland and are sure to leave you lost for words.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: The Burren National Park, Clare Heritage Centre, Corofin Ireland
Your hidden gem today will be revealed while driving through the Burren National Park.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 4: Doolin - Dingle
Stop At: Poulnabrone Dolmen, R480, The Burren, County Clare Ireland
Drive to Ireland's most famousโฏ Dolmen at Poulnabrone. These Neolithic monuments are scattered throughout the country marking burial sites and passage ways dating back to 3000BC.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Caherconnell Stone Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations, R480 Road, Caherconnell V95 YK31 Ireland
A short journey from the Dolmen, the farmers at Caherconnell will treat you to a spectacularโฏsheep dog trial. Prepared to be awestruck by the skill of the farmer and his furry friend as they gather up their flock of sheep. A true Irish experience.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tralee, Tralee, County Kerry
Your hidden gem today will be revealed in the hometown of the International Rose of Tralee Festival.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 5: The Dingle Peninsula
Stop At: Mount Brandon, An Daingean Co. Kerry Ireland
Today your morning begins exploring caves and inlets on โฏDingle Bay by kayak and meet county Kerryโs biggest celebrity โ Fungie the Dolphin.
If kayaking isnโt your thing you can take a moderate paced hike up Mount Brandon โฏwhere you will be rewarded with โฏ360-degree panoramic views of Dingle Bay and Castlegregory.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Slea Head Drive, Ireland
This afternoon jump in the car and takeโฏ an impressive trip along one of Irelandโs most scenic roads โ The Slea Head Driveโฏ. Highlights on the drive include: Dunquin Pier, Clogher Beach, Gallarus Oratory and Comenoole.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Dingle Distillery, R559 Milltown Roundabout, Dingle V92 E7YD Ireland
Take a tour at the famous โฏDingle Whiskey Distillery to sample their โฏaward-winning whiskey and gi nโฏand get an education on the history of whiskey production around the world.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dingle Peninsula, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
Your hidden gems today will be revealed all along the Slea Head Drive. There are so many treats in store for you.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 6: Sites on the Ring of Kerry
Stop At: Ross Castle Ross Road, Killarney Ireland
The Ring of Kerry is the very definition of the word scenic and you will discover many hidden gems. We will arrange a guided tour of Ross Castleโฏwhere you will learn what life was really like behind the stone walls.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kenmare, Kenmare, County Kerry
Your drive to Kenmare will take in views from Ladies View and โฏMollโs Gap. Stop for some โฏshopping and lunch in the beautiful heritage town of Kenmare. You will feel like you have just stepped into a movie set!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Old Kenmare Road, N71, Kenmare Ireland
Your hidden gem today will be revealed during your stop in picturesque Kenmare.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
Day 7: Kinsale - Kiss the Blarney Stone
Stop At: Kinsale, Kinsale, County Cork
Wake up refreshed and ready to be taken on aโฏguided walking tour through the narrow streets of Kinsale with one of our favourite guides, Barry.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Blarney Castle & Gardens, Monacnapa, Blarney, Cork T23 Y598 Ireland
Paddy the Pocket Pilot app will direct you towards Blarney because you MUST not leave Cork without visiting Blarney Castle and Gardens and giving the Blarney Stone a big fat kiss!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Rock of Cashel, Rock Vista Moor Lane, Cashel Ireland
Your final stop before driving back to Dublin is the โฏRock of Cashel. The Rock of Cashel is over 1000 years old and you will get to see its medieval round tower, chapel, cathedral and castle.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dublin, Dublin, County Dublin
If you have a little time left in Dublin before you fly home we will arm you with fantastic things to see and do in the Capital city and surroundings. Let Paddy the Pocket Pilot guide you back to Dublin and make some reservations for you.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Old Head Golf Links, Kinsale Ireland
Your hidden gem today will be revealed during your stay in Kinsale.
Each day your very own customised app and new best friend โ Paddy the Pocket Pilot will direct you to some of the most amazing secret locations and hidden gems in Ireland. These are all close to your route but off the beaten track!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast
Accommodation included: We guarantee a 'Cรฉad Mรญle Fรกilte' - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes at our tried and loved locally sourced accommodation.
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