2024 Vacations

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Book any of our wonderful self-drive vacation packages before the 31st of May 2024 to receive a 15% discount off your tour price!
This offer cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts or special event packages.

Tour Overview

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Your 7 Night Family Package

As children we may have always dreamed of staying in a Castle.  What an adventure this would be!  As an Adult with children of your own let us make your childhood dream come true with our Ireland with Kids 5 Star Castle Adventure tour.  This tour will allow you to explore the island of Ireland having  your own adventures and making memories along the way.  Staying in Kilkenny you will be in the shadow of Kilkenny Castle the focal point of this medieval city with it narrow winding streets to explore.  If you chose to stay in the West Cork area you will be able to explore the rugged coastline in this stunning region of Ireland.  Should you choose Dingle for your base you may take the opportunity to meet Fungi, a resident Dolphin in Dingle bay who has greeted visitors for many years.  You will also be able to enjoy more family adventures amongst  the many coves and beaches that are within easy reach of Dingle town.   The hightlight of your adventure will be your stay in a genuine old Irish Castle,  Dromoland complete with its towers and turrets -  your adventure awaits!

Great Family Facilities

All of the hotels we have chosen for our Family packages have great family facilities, many of them have kids clubs during the summer holidays, playground or playroom, special meals, movie nights, babysitting and great escapes for mom and dad including leisure centres and spas, bars, restaurants and live music.

What's included

  • Accommodation in rooms with private facilities 
  • Full Irish Breakfast Each Morning
  • Rental Car (Chauffeur Option Available)
  • Local Telephone Support During Your Trip

Tour highlights

  • Ring of Kerry
  • Beara Peninsula
  • Garnish Island
  • Cork
  • Killarney National Park

Overnights for this tour

 

  • Hotel Kilkenny for 2 Nights
  • Garryvoe Hotel, Ballycotton County Cork, 3 Nights or choose the Dingle Skellig Hotel, Dingle County Kerry for 3 nights
  • 5* Dromoland Castle, County Clare, 1 Night (note, breakfast included for adults, children’s breakfasts are payable on site).
  • Family Hotel near your chosen airport for 1 night

Accommodation options

All of the hotels we have chosen for our Family packages have great family facilities, many of them have kids clubs during the summer holidays, playground or playroom, special meals, movie nights, babysitting and great escapes for mom and dad including leisure centres and spas, bars, restaurants and live music.

Tour itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Ireland

Arrive at Rosslare Harbour and make your way along the south coast to Ireland’s second city, Cork. After checking into your hotel, enjoy a welcome dinner. Overnight Cork DBB Distance approx. 200 km/125 miles; Driving Time approx. 2 hours 45 minutes

Day 2 - Beara Peninsula

After breakfast drive around cork’s equivalent to the Ring of Kerry, the Beara Peninsula. Steeped in myths and legend, the mountains and valleys of the Beara Peninsula are rich in archaeological sites, scenic lakes cradled by beautiful mountains and a rugged coastline. Stops on the way could include the only cable car in Ireland that links Dursey Island with the mainland or garnish Island, renowned world-wide for its Italian gardens. Distance approx. 280 km/174 miles; Driving time approx. 4 hours 45 minutes

Day 3 - Killarney & the Ring of Kerry

Today you will discover the wonderful scenery of Killarney as you drive around the famous Ring of Kerry. The road winds between the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Ireland's highest mountains, and the varied Atlantic coast. You will be amazed at the breathtaking views and you will stop for photos at the most dramatic scenes. Drive through the remote villages of Cahersiveen and Waterville (one of Charlie Chaplin’s favourite places), pass through the colourful village of Sneem and pause at Moll's Gap to view the Three Lakes of Killarney. Enjoy some free time in Killarney or stroll through Killarney National Park before returning to your hotel. Overnight Cork BB Distance approx. 330 km/205 miles; Driving time approx. 5 hours

Day 4 - Homeward Bound

After your final Irish breakfast check out of your hotel and make your way back to Rosslare for your return ferry. Distance approx. 200 km/125 miles; Driving Time approx. 2 hours 45 minutes

Route map

2024 Vacations

Book early and save 15%

Book any of our wonderful self-drive vacation packages before the 31st of May 2024 to receive a 15% discount off your tour price!
This offer cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts or special event packages.

Tour Prices

The Ireland with Kids – 5 Star Castle Adventure of Ireland is one of the best ways to see the highlights of Ireland in luxury taking in all the best Irish attractions.

Below, you will find a price for this self drive tour including your car rental. Pricing for other accommodation and transport options is also available upon request. Please also note that all of our driving tours itineraries and sightseeing guides are available to those wishing to avail of one of our experienced driver guides.

7 NIGHTS FAMILY ROOM INCLUDING 7 DAYS FAMILY CAR

Notes

Your Price Includes

  • Detailed Irish Tourism Day Trip Itineraries
  • 2 Nights family room in Hotel Kilkenny including full Irish breakfast and taxes
  • 3 Nights family room in Garryvoe Hotel Ballycotton or Dingle Skellig Hotel including full Irish breakfast and taxes
  • 1 Night family room in Dromoland Castle including full Irish breakfast and taxes (breakfast for children not included, children are charged on consumption at the hotel).
  • 1 Night Family room near your chosen airport
  • 7 Days Family Car rental: 7 Days Manual Transmission Ford Mondeo/Opel Insignia or Similar
  • Included with your car is all compulsory insurances - Collision Damage Waiver insurance (CDW with an excess/deductible), theft protection insurance, location fee of €30, Road fund tax, sales tax at 13.5%, unlimited free mileage, third party liability insurance, 24 hour peace of mind break down cover.

Private Chauffeur Option Available For This Tour

  • Enjoy the services of an experienced and friendly driver guide
  • Luxury vehicles so you get to travel in style and comfort
  • Take the stress out of driving on unfamiliar and sometime narrow roads
  • With our knowledgeable drivers you see more in less time
  • You get to see the scenery instead of worrying about crashing into it!
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Prices in other currencies are indicative only. Please note that we charge in Euro.

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