Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
You'll start heading toward Dublin today, passing through rolling hills and getting your first glimpse of the Irish countryside. The journey sets the stage for what's ahead, and by evening you'll be settling in and ready for the real adventure to begin tomorrow.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham)
- Day 2
Dublin
This afternoon gives you time to walk around old Dublin at your own pace, wandering through the city streets and soaking up the local atmosphere. Later, you'll join your group for a traditional Irish evening that includes regional food and a chance to get to know your fellow travelers over dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional Irish evening with regional cuisine)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham)
Included Activities
- Traditional Irish evening with regional cuisine
Landmarks Dublin 
- Day 3
Dublin
A local guide takes you through Dublin's highlights this morning, hitting St. Patrick's Cathedral, O'Connell Street, and Phoenix Park. In the afternoon, you'll have the freedom to explore the city on your own, and if you're interested, you can visit the Guinness Storehouse before heading to dinner at a contemporary restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Granville Hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided tour to St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Guided tour to O'Connell Street
- Guided tour to Phoenix Park
Optional Activities
- Guinness Storehouse & Dinner - $99.00 pp (includes self-guided 7-floor tour with audio guide, Guinness tasting at Gravity Bar with 360° Dublin views, and dinner at contemporary restaurant featuring New Irish Cuisine)
Landmarks St. Patrick's Cathedral O'Connell Street Phoenix Park Guinness Storehouse - Day 4
Kilkenny to Waterford
Starting in medieval Kilkenny, you'll drive to Waterford for a walking tour of Ireland's oldest city. Once there, you'll choose between two options: tour the Waterford Crystal factory to see centuries-old craftsmanship in action, or visit the Medieval Museum with a guided tour and wine tasting in a 15th-century vault.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The O'Donoghue Ring Hotels)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Waterford
Optional Activities
- Tour of Waterford Crystal factory with explanation of crystal-making heritage
- Medieval Museum guided tour with wine tasting in 15th-century Mayor's Wine Vault
Landmarks Kilkenny River Nore Waterford Waterford Crystal Medieval Museum - Day 5
Waterford to Killarney
You'll visit Blarney Castle and climb 128 narrow steps to kiss the famous Blarney Stone, which is said to bring eloquence. After that, you're heading into County Kerry and settling into Killarney for the night. Dinner is included, and you'll get to pick from several of Killarney's best restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Diner's Choice - select from a menu of Killarney's great restaurants)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The O'Donoghue Ring Hotels)
Included Activities
- Visit to Blarney Castle with opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone (128 steps to top)
Landmarks Blarney Castle County Kerry Killarney 
- Day 6
Killarney
The Ring of Kerry takes up your day with its rugged coastline, pristine beaches, and small villages scattered throughout. You'll stop at Gap of Dunloe for local artisan crafts, meet the McGill family at their roadside brewery for beer tastings, and finish with a traditional jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Absolute Hotel)
Included Activities
- Loop around the Ring of Kerry
- Shopping at Gap of Dunloe for local artisan-made crafts
- Visit to McGill family roadside artisan brewery with beer tasting
- Traditional jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park
Landmarks Ring of Kerry Gap of Dunloe Killarney National Park - Day 7
Killarney to Limerick
You'll see the dramatic 700-foot Cliffs of Moher with its Atlantic views stretching out before you, then drive to Limerick for a panoramic tour of the city. The tour covers King John's Castle and the Treaty Stone while explaining Limerick's history. If you're interested, there's an optional medieval banquet dinner held in a castle.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Absolute Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit to Cliffs of Moher
- Panoramic city tour of Limerick
- View King John's Castle
- View Treaty Stone
Optional Activities
- Medieval Banquet Dinner - $115.00 pp (15th century castle setting, honey-rich mead, ornate tapestries and royal furnishings, four-course meal with fine wine, song and dance performances)
Landmarks Cliffs of Moher King John's Castle Treaty Stone Limerick 
- Day 8
Limerick to Galway
Today you'll travel through the Burren's stark limestone landscape, which is known for its unique character and Neolithic tombs. A sheepdog demonstration shows traditional border collies at work, and then you have free time in vibrant Galway to explore. Later, you'll head back to Limerick for a relaxed dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Cabra Castle)
Included Activities
- Travel through the Burren landscape
- Traditional sheepdog demonstration with border collies
- Free time to explore Galway
Landmarks The Burren Galway - Day 9
Limerick to Kingscourt
Kilbeggan Distillery in central Ireland is where you'll spend time learning about whiskey craftsmanship and tasting the final product. You'll stay overnight on the grounds of Cabra Castle, which gives the day an elegant feel, and dinner tonight is a nice way to toast the end of your trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Elegant dinner at Cabra Castle)
Included Activities
- Visit to Kilbeggan Distillery with whiskey tasting
- Overnight stay at Cabra Castle
- Elegant dinner at Cabra Castle
Landmarks Kilbeggan Distillery Cabra Castle - Day 10
Departure
Your Irish journey wraps up in Kingscourt as you prepare to depart. You're leaving with memories of historic cities, coastlines, and the genuine hospitality you've encountered throughout the trip.
Landmarks Kingscourt
