Day : 1
Arrive Dublin – Sightseeing
Number of Days : 1
Welcome to Dublin. Relax after check-in. Later your Local Specialist takes you on a panoramic sightseeing tour, which includes views of Dublin Castle, Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral and Phoenix Park. It's a great introduction to your Irish journey.
Day : 2
Dublin – Boyle – Knock – Ballina (2 Nights)
Number of Days : 1
View the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey at Boyle, dating back to the 12th century. Visit the pilgrimage town of Knock in County Mayo, where the Virgin Mary appeared to villagers in 1879. Dine tonight at your hotel in Ballina.Full Breakfast, Dinner
Day : 3
County Donegal Excursion – Belleek (Northern Ireland)
Number of Days : 1
Travel to the beautiful County Donegal after a stop at Drumcliffe to view the grave of renowned Irish author, W.B. Yeats, and see the harbour town of Mullaghmore. Visit traditional weavers in the town of Donegal where you view the 15th century castle. Then head across the border into Northern Ireland for a visit to the Belleek Pottery centre before returning to your hotel in Ballina.Full Breakfast
Day : 4
Ballina – Westport – Galway – Limerick (2 Nights)
Number of Days : 1
This morning travel via Westport and the beautiful region of Connemara to Galway on the banks of the Corrib River. View the cathedral, built on the site of the old prison and stroll around Eyre Square. Tonight why not join your Travel Director and companions for a medieval banquet in an Irish castle?Full Breakfast
Day : 5
Cliffs of Moher Excursion
Number of Days : 1
This morning drive to the western coast and the magnificent Cliffs of Moher. Bring the history of the cliffs to life with a visit to the 'Atlantic Edge' exhibition. Return to Shannon for free time exploring on your own or perhaps join your Travel Director for an Optional Experience to Bunratty Folk Park.Full Breakfast, Dinner
Day : 6
Limerick – Dingle Peninsula – Tralee
Number of Days : 1
This morning in Limerick your orientation drive includes views of St. Mary's Cathedral and King John's Castle. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Dingle Peninsula. See the unspoilt and colourful villages and fishing harbours of Ireland's most westerly point. Later, arrive in the town of Tralee, famed for its annual 'Rose of Tralee' festival and beauty pageant before arriving at your hotel.Full Breakfast, Dinner
Day : 7
Tralee – Blarney – Dublin
Number of Days : 1
Visit Blarney Castle and don't forget to kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire the 'gift of the gab'. Arrive later in the capital, Dublin, for the final night of your holiday.Full Breakfast
Day : 8
Depart Dublin
Number of Days : 1
Say farewell to your Travel Director and new-found friends as your memorable holiday in the Emerald Isle comes to an end. Transfers are available. Conditions apply.Full Breakfast