Itinerary
- Day 1
Dublin to Kilkenny
This morning you'll drive through the Wicklow Mountains, taking in the route via Sally Gap and Military Road with views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. At Glendalough, a guided walk takes you around the ancient monastic ruins set in a glacial valley, where you can see the round tower and old stone structures. Later, you'll head to Kilkenny Castle to walk through its grand rooms and see the historic collections inside. After that, there's time to stroll through Kilkenny's medieval quarter before settling in for the night.
- Start point
- Ashling Hotel, Parkgate St, Dublin, D07, Ireland ( The Ashling Hotel Dublin,10 - 13 Parkgate St, Stoneybatter, Dublin 8, D08 P38N, 08:00 - 08:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided walk around Glendalough Monastery ancient monastic ruins
- Explore Kilkenny Castle with grand rooms and historic treasures
- Drive through Wicklow Mountains via Sally Gap and Military Road
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Kilkenny's medieval quarter
Landmarks/POIs Glendalough Monastery Kilkenny Castle Sally Gap Wicklow Mountains 
- Day 2
Kilkenny to Killarney
Starting early, you'll visit Cahir Castle, a 13th-century fortress sitting on the River Suir, where local guides share stories about the Butler family who ruled here for centuries. From there, you'll travel to Blarney Castle and Gardens. The famous Blarney Stone is waiting if you want to kiss it for the legendary 'gift of the gab,' and the gardens are worth a walk around. By evening you'll be in Killarney, where you can catch some live music and feel the local hospitality the town's known for.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Killarney Towers Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Cahir Castle, a 13th-century fortress on the River Suir
- Kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle
- Stroll through Blarney Castle Gardens
Optional Activities
- Explore Killarney's music scene
- Experience Kerry local culture
Landmarks/POIs Cahir Castle Blarney Castle Blarney Stone 
- Day 3
Killarney to Dingle
You have free time in the morning to browse shops and grab a coffee or bite at a local café. After that, you're heading into Killarney National Park to check out Muckross House and get photos at Torc Waterfall. The afternoon involves driving scenic sections of the Ring of Kerry and through more of the national park, with local guides sharing stories along the way. If you're interested, there's an optional jaunting car ride available through the Gap of Dunloe before you head to Dingle for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Dingle Marina Lodge)
Included Activities
- Visit Muckross House in Killarney National Park
- View Torc Waterfall
- Drive scenic stretches of Ring of Kerry and Killarney National Park
Optional Activities
- Jaunting car ride through Gap of Dunloe
- Morning free time in Killarney for shopping and cafés
Landmarks/POIs Killarney National Park Muckross House Torc Waterfall Ring of Kerry Gap of Dunloe 
- Day 4
Dingle Peninsula
Start your day with free time in Dingle to wander through craft shops and galleries, or just relax at a café. Then you'll travel the Slea Head Drive, a coastal route with several spots to stop and take photos of the cliffs and water. If timing works out, you might even spot some baby lambs in the fields. By evening, you're back by the harbor where you can either return to your favorite pub from yesterday or try somewhere new for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Dingle Marina Lodge)
Included Activities
- Travel Slea Head Drive coastal route
Optional Activities
- Visit craft shops in Dingle
- Explore galleries in Dingle
- Enjoy café culture in Dingle
- Meet baby lambs along Slea Head Drive
Landmarks/POIs Slea Head 
- Day 5
Dingle to Spanish Point
This morning begins with a drive through Conor Pass, Ireland's highest mountain road, offering dramatic views as you climb. You'll experience the rugged coastline and see what the Wild Atlantic Way is all about. Lunch takes you to Vandeleur Walled Garden, a historic spot surrounded by planted gardens. Later, local guides lead you to explore hidden trails and the coastline around the Cliffs of Moher, where the Atlantic views stretch out below. By evening you'll be settled at your Spanish Point accommodation.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Armada Hotel)
Included Activities
- Drive through Conor Pass, Ireland's highest mountain road
- Drive Wild Atlantic Way
- Cliffs of Moher guided hike with local guides
Optional Activities
- Lunch at Vandeleur Walled Garden
Landmarks/POIs Conor Pass Cliffs of Moher Vandeleur Walled Garden - Day 6
Burren to Galway
You're meeting locals Bronagh and Cathal at their Burren farm, where they'll walk you through the property and explain how they practice sustainable farming. After that, Burren National Park is on the agenda with gentle walks through the limestone landscape, where you'll see rare plants adapted to this rocky terrain. Later in the day you'll head to Galway, a bohemian city right on the coast where street performers fill the streets and there's cultural energy everywhere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyde Hotel)
Included Activities
- Burren farm visit and meet locals Bronagh and Cathal
- Explore historic farm and learn about sustainable farming
- Discover Burren National Park with rare plants and limestone landscapes
Optional Activities
- Gentle walks in Burren National Park
Landmarks/POIs Burren National Park 
- Day 7
Connemara Adventure
This morning you're touring Kylemore Abbey, a lakeside property with beautifully restored Victorian gardens to walk through. You'll have lunch in Leenaun, positioned right by Ireland's only fjord. In the afternoon, you'll watch a sheepdog demonstration where skilled border collies show off their herding abilities in real working conditions. Then it's time to visit Cong Village, the famous filming location from The Quiet Man. After exploring, you'll head back to Galway for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyde Hotel)
Included Activities
- Tour Kylemore Abbey lakeside gem
- Explore Kylemore Abbey's beautifully restored Victorian gardens
- Sheepdog demonstration with skilled border collies
- Visit Cong Village, filming location of The Quiet Man
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Leenaun by Ireland's only fjord
Landmarks/POIs Kylemore Abbey Leenaun Cong Village - Day 8
Kilbeggan to Dublin
You're heading to the historic Kilbeggan Distillery for an Irish Coffee masterclass, where you'll learn how to blend the rich, velvety drink properly. On the transfer back to Dublin, you'll have time to relax and chat with people you've met over the past days, sharing favorite moments and stories from the journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Irish Coffee Masterclass at historic Kilbeggan Distillery
Landmarks/POIs Kilbeggan Distillery 
