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Essence of Ireland Small Group Tour

7 days
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From Dublin to Galway
5.0
1 traveler review
  • An elegant castle by a lake surrounded by greenery.
  • An aerial view of Galway with river, buildings, and green spaces.
  • A dramatic aerial view of the Cliffs of Moher along the ocean.
  • Cityscape with a river, bridge, and church tower in the background.
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  • It was the right mix of structured time and free time. All tour guides were knowledgeable and extremely personable.

    JB
    Janet, traveled in June
    5.0
  • Colorful row houses with a gothic cathedral in the background.
  • Modern bridge over a river in Dublin.
  • People walking across Ha'penny Bridge in Dublin.
  • Exterior view of Dublin Castle with blue skies.
  • Empty street leading to a church in Dublin city center.
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Max Group Size 14
Ages 12+

Places You’ll See

  • Dublin
    Dublin
  • Cork
    Cork
  • Galway
    Galway
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Highlights

  • Explore Dublin's iconic landmarks and hidden gems
  • Discover the secrets of Guinness at the Storehouse
  • Stroll through historic Cork and taste local specialties
  • Drive the scenic Ring of Kerry and visit Killarney
  • Visit the majestic Cliffs of Moher and Galway

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival
  2. Day 2 Dublin City Tour & Guinness Storehouse Experience
  3. Day 3 Arrival & Cobh and Cork Sightseeing
  4. Day 4 Ring of Kerry Group Tour
  5. Day 5 Cliffs of Moher Tour on the Way to Galway
  6. Day 6 Galway City Tour
  7. Day 7 Departure
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  • The Chancery Hotel

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  • Imperial Hotel

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  • Leonardo Hotel Galway - Formerly Jurys Inn

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18 to 99 years old

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    · June 11th, 2025
    Enjoyed tour. It was the right mix of structured time and free time. All tour guides were knowledgeable and extremely personable.
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    Trip date: May 2025

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    • For any tour departing before January 7th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 7th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Firebird Tours. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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