Irish Highlights
7 Days Starting and ending in Dublin
Visiting: Dublin, Galway, Cliffs of Moher, Ring of Kerry, Waterford
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IRIHZM19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 54
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From:
$1650
$1640 (USD)
Operator discount: -$10
Tour Overview
Embark on an enchanting journey through the heart of Ireland with our "Irish Highlights" tour. This meticulously crafted adventure invites you to explore the rich tapestry of Ireland's history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. From the historic streets of Dublin, where you'll be introduced to the city's illustrious past by a Local Specialist, to the rugged beauty of the Cliffs of Moher and the scenic Ring of Kerry, every day promises a new discovery. Kiss the Blarney Stone for the gift of gab, delve into the heritage of Galway, Limerick, and Waterford, and enjoy a scenic cruise across the Shannon Estuary. With luxury coach transportation, cherry-picked hotels, and a host of included meals and sightseeing experiences, this tour offers an unparalleled exploration of Ireland's most iconic sights and hidden gems.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To The Emerald Isle
Location: Dublin
Accommodation Name: Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge/Hampton by Hilton Dublin City Center
Meals Included: Dinner
Tread in the footsteps of James Joyce and Oscar Wilde, through the lyrical streets of Dublin – your launch pad to a memorable encounter with Ireland's iconic highlights. After a leisurely morning, meet a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour with views of Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral and the stately Georgian Squares. Indulge in a little Irish craic this evening, joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner.
Day 2: Onwards To Galway And Limerick
Location: Galway
Accommodation: Greenhills
Accommodation Name: Greenhills Hotel Conference and Leisure Centre
Meals Included: Breakfast
We journey to Galway, the 'City of Tribes', where we'll see its stone cathedral on the banks of the Corrib and spend some free time exploring its colourful façades. Irish traditions and heritage are explored next, during a visit to Bunratty Castle and its Folk Park, a living history museum that reveals insights into life in Ireland during the 18th and 19th centuries. Continue to Limerick, for an orientation tour and view the 13th-century King John's Castle overlooking the Shannon.
Day 3: Experience The Iconic Cliffs Of Moher And On To Killarney
Location: Cliffs of Moher
Accommodation: InternationalKillarney
Accommodation Name: International Hotel Killarney/Hotel Killarney
Meals Included: Breakfast
We leave Limerick and stop at the spectacular Cliffs of Moher on the famous ‘Wild Atlantic Way'. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with your local specialist to truly appreciate this breath-taking landscape. You’ll feel like you’ve gone back to an ancient time as you gaze across the water, all the way to the Aran Islands if the weather is good. Visit the interactive visitor centre where this incredible UNESCO-listed natural phenomenon comes to life in a way you would not get to see with your own eyes. Go beneath the surface to see how the sediment has stacked up over 300 million years to create this towering backdrop. Inspired by the irresistible beauty of this special place, you’ll continue to your hotel in Killarney with a scenic drive to the ferry departure point and journey across the Shannon Estuary. Our home for the next two nights is the colourful little town of Killarney.
Day 4: A Scenic Day On The Ring Of Kerry
Location: Ring of Kerry
Accommodation: InternationalKillarney
Accommodation Name: International Hotel Killarney/Hotel Killarney
Meals Included: Breakfast
Circle the spectacular Ring of Kerry – its emerald green hills, centuries-old stone villages and vivid blue seascapes provide a soul-stirring backdrop. We'll see Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, Moll's Gap and the Black Valley, renowned for being the last place in Ireland to get electricity and telephone networks. Consider joining an Optional Experience to Muckross House and its beautiful gardens. With a backdrop of oak-clad mountains, enjoy taking in the towering azaleas and rhododendrons, alongside the shores of the lake. The 19th-century house contains some wonderful examples of furniture and paintings, including a portrait of King James VI, for whom Shakespeare wrote Macbeth.
Day 5: Explore Blarney And Journey To Waterford
Location: Waterford
Accommodation: Fitzwilton
Accommodation Name: The Fitzwilton Hotel Waterford
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Cross the rugged Kerry Mountains and travel to Blarney Castle to kiss the stone and acquire the 'gift of the gab'. Continue to Waterford, where we will have dinner at our hotel.
Day 6 : Through County Wicklow’S Countryside To Dublin
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin Airport
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Dive Into Culture and witness the centuries-old tradition of crafting fine glass at the House of Waterford Crystal. Here we will watch the talented master craftsmen in their workshop creating exquisite pieces.
Our next stop is in the town of New Ross, where we'll see the monument to John F. Kennedy who travelled to his ancestral family hometown in 1963. We'll visit the three-masted famine ship Dunbrody and Dive Into Culture yet again, gaining insights into the tragic plight of the Irish emigrants who fled the potato famine during the 1800s.
Continuing through County Wexford and the lush countryside of County Wicklow, we journey to Dublin stopping en route at Glenealy Farmhouse. We'll Connect With Locals over a Be My Guest Farewell Dinner and meet the Fulvio family.
Day 7: Farewell Ireland
Location: Dublin
Meals Included: Breakfast
For now, it’s time to say a fond slán abhaile to your fellow travellers as you close the curtain on an unforgettable journey through the 'Emerald Isle'.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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Ferry across the Shannon estuary
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Optional Experiences and free time
What's Not Included
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Flights
International round-trip airfare and airport transfers are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
Mode of Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys), Ferry across the Shannon estuary
Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation can I expect?
You can expect cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, for your accommodation during the tour.
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What type of transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys), and a ferry across the Shannon estuary.
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Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts and ends in Dublin.
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What are the highlights of the Irish Highlights tour?
The highlights of the Irish Highlights tour include exploring Dublin with a Local Specialist, discovering Galway, Limerick, and Waterford, visiting Bunratty Folk Park, the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney to kiss the stone and gain the 'gift of the gab', the Crystal Showroom at Waterford, and the famine ship in New Ross. Additionally, you will view St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin and King John's Castle in Limerick, see the Cathedral of Galway and St. Mary's Cathedral in Limerick, enjoy a scenic cruise across the Shannon Estuary, and take a scenic drive of the Ring of Kerry.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Yes, breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals are included in the tour.
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What are the exclusions?
The exclusions include international round-trip airfare and airport transfers, and travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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What are the pick-up and drop-off times?
Pick-up times at Dublin Airport are 08:30, 11:00, 13:00, and drop-off times are 07:00, 09:00, 11:00.
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What are the inclusions of the tour?
The tour includes an expert Travel Director and professional Driver, cherry-picked hotels, all porterage and restaurant gratuities, all hotel tips, charges and local taxes, must-see sightseeing and surprise extras, luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation, audio headsets for flexible sightseeing, ferry across the Shannon estuary, and optional experiences and free time.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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