10 Day Ireland Tour of Dublin, Ring of Kerry and Galway
Explore iconic Ireland and Ashford Castle, the former famous home of earls, princes and the famous Guinness family. See Connemara’s wild and windswept beauty, let the wind whip you up at the Cliffs of Moher and admire 40 shades of green circling the Ring of Kerry.
Trip Highlights:
Travel
10 days, 1 country and 9 cities
Accommodations
9 Nights Hotel Accommodations
Meals
9 Breakfasts, 1 Welcome Reception, 1 Be My Guest, 3 Dinners, 1 Farewell Dinner
Tour Type
Fully Escorted Tour
The ‘Emerald Isle’ puts its best foot forward in this iconic exploration of its soul-stirring landscapes. We kick off our epic journey along the walled gardens and rambling walks of Powerscourt Gardens. Its sweeping terraces, ornamental lakes and over 200 varieties of trees and shrubs ensure it befits its status as one of the most beautiful gardens in Ireland. Enjoy a Welcome Reception this evening to get to know your fellow travelers.
Accommodation: Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
Included Meals: Welcome Reception
Lyrics and legends await this morning as we join a Local Specialist on a city tour to visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, where Jonathan Swift was once installed as Dean. We admire the colorful doorways in the stately Georgian Squares and stroll along the cobbled courtyard of Trinity College and see the Book of Kells. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to soak up the charisma of this city. Wander along Grafton Street and see its lively performers, stop for a pint of the ‘Black Stuff’ in Temple Bar or relax in St. Stephen’s Green.
Accommodation: Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
Included Meals: Breakfast
We leave the hospitality of Dublin behind for County Kilkenny where we delve into the history of a ‘lost’ medieval town – Newtown Jerpoint. Take a step back in time to the 12th century and wander through its remains which are said to be the final resting place of St. Nicholas. Later, you’ll join the O’Connells for lunch at their home, Belmore House. Embrace the peaceful rural setting – the perfect backdrop to Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest experience. Inspired by Irish food and the warmth of our hosts, we continue south to the lively city of Cork, enjoying a free evening to discover its sights, sounds and flavours. Our Stays With Stories accommodation is the historic Maldron Shandon Hotel. Originally Cork’s first general hospital opened in 1720, the building has a colourful history that has seen it survive wars, political upheaval, fire and demolition threats before it opened its doors as a grand hotel.
Accommodation: Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City
Included Meals: Breakfast, Be My Guest
Head to Blarney in pursuit of the ‘gift of the gab’. Kiss the fabled Stone then head west to the lakeside setting of Killarney, our springboard to the enduring beauty of the Ring of Kerry.
Accommodation: Killarney Towers Hotel & Leisure Centre
Included Meals: Breakfast
Spend a leisurely morning exploring Killarney or join a Local Specialist for a scenic guided walk at Torc Waterfall, strolling over wooded paths and lakeshore trails. Circle the scenic Ring of Kerry admiring its famous ‘forty shades of green’ and seeing first-hand the scenic landscapes that have inspired writers and poets for centuries.
Accommodation: Killarney Towers Hotel & Leisure Centre
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Our up-close encounter with Ireland’s irresistible beauty is just beginning as we journey north to the towering Cliffs of Moher. Admire the dramatic cliffs that rise 200 metres above the pounding Atlantic and survey the endless ocean views in this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience that will leave you with many stories to share when you return home. Beyond the endless views and the opportunity to capture on film the colonies of curious-looking puffins that find sanctuary in its nooks and crannies, you’ll have an opportunity to visit the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience which really brings this natural phenomenon to life in an interactive way, leaving you with a deep understanding of this special place. Your next overnight stop is Galway where you can really get under the skin of this cultural capital and indulge your love for music, art and good times.
Accommodation: Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Dive Into Culture at the Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory, watching master craftsmen carve Connemara crystal. Then enjoy an orientation tour of Galway with plenty of free time afterwards to explore this vibrant city on your own.
Accommodation: Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Included Meals: Breakfast
A rugged realm of mountains, lakes, rivers and villages provides a stunning backdrop for our leisurely drive through Connemara – an unspoilt region of western Ireland that was immortalised in John Wayne’s ‘The Quiet Man’. We’ll visit Kylemore Abbey and ramble through its exquisite Victorian walled garden. Later, board ‘The Isle of Innisfree’ for an exclusive cruise on shimmering Lough Corrib. Captain Patrick, Ashford Castle’s Local Specialist, will share his local knowledge as you glide through its peaceful waters. Upon disembarking, a lone piper will escort you over the drawbridge to Ashford Castle, one of Trafalgar’s Stays With Stories, where tonight you will dine as lords and ladies at an elegant royal dining experience (gentlemen are requested to wear a jacket).
Accommodation: Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
Included Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
As the curtain falls on a memorable journey with new friends, we say a fond slán go fóill to Dublin and the ‘Emerald Isle’. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Starting at $2,565
per person
10 Day Fully Escorted Tour with Trafalgar
What’s Included:
Valid Departure Dates:
- April 9, 2023 – April 18, 2023: $2,565 per person
- April 23, 2023 – May 2, 2023: $2,850 per person
- May 7, 2023 – May 16, 2023: $3,082 per person
- June 18, 2023 – June 27, 2023: $3,082 per person
- July 2, 2023 – July 11, 2023: $3,082 per person
- August 13, 2023 – August 22, 2023: $3,082 per person
- August 20, 2023 – August 29, 2023: $3,082 per person
- October 22, 2023 – October 31, 2023: $2,830 per person
Trip code: BRAC
Expires: 10/10/23
*Pricing and availability subject to change until booked. Pricing, unless noted otherwise, is based on double occupancy. Restrictions may apply.
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