2024 Vacations

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Book any of our wonderful self-drive vacation packages before the 15th of June 2024 to receive a FREE UPGRADE from Economy to Compact AND 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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Discover Dublin, Waterford, Kerry, Clare and Connemara on this 8 night honeymoon tour of Ireland. On this tour you will stay in some of the best hotels in Ireland including the Merrion Hotel in Dublin, the Cliff House Hotel in Waterford, The Park Hotel in Kenmare, Dromoland Castle and Ashford Castle. As you explore each location your Irish Tourism Itinerary will guide the way for you.

What's included

  • 8 Nights Accommodation with Full Irish Breakfast
  • Personal Irish Tourism Touring Guide
  • Discount vouchers for many of Ireland’s best visitor attractions

Tour highlights

  • Cliffs of Moher
  • Doolin
  • Dublin
  • Galway
  • Cork
  • Kissanes Sheep Farm
  • Limerick

Overnights for this tour

  • The Merrion Hotel, Dublin for 1 Night
  • The Cliff House Hotel, Waterford for 1 Night
  • Park Hotel, Kenmare for 2 Nights
  • Dromoland Castle, Clare for 2 Nights
  • Ashford Castle for 1 night
  • The Merrion Hotel, Dublin for 1 Night

Accommodation options

  • Superior & First Class Hotels
  • Luxury Accommodation & Service in our 4-Star
  • Country Manor Houses
  • Deluxe Accommodation in our 4 & 5 Star Irish Castles
  • Our Recommended & Handpicked B&B's, all rooms with private bath facilities
  • Any Combination of the above

Day 1 - DUBLIN ARRIVAL & MEATH

Your tour begins in your hotel at Johnstown Estate, Co. Meath. Arrive at the Johnstown Estate, a beautiful 18th-century Georgian manor and enjoy a leisurely afternoon enjoying the 120 acres of parkland and dedicated kids’ swimming pool. Meet your tour director and travel companions over a welcome drink and dinner. . (D)

Day 2 - DUBLIN CITY & COOKING EXPERIENCE

Drive into Dublin, where you'll board an amphibious vehicle for a Viking Splash tour of the city, passing Trinity College, Christ Church Cathedral and Dublin Castle. Next, roll up your sleeves and get cooking, as you compete with other families in a fun cook-off with a professional chef at Cooks Academy. Return to your hotel in Meath and relax before dinner.(B, L, D)

Day 3 - BLARNEY CASTLE

Head south through the countryside to Cork. Take a walk with your tour director around the stunning grounds of Blarney Castle, home of the famous stone that promises the gift of the gab to all who kiss it. Climb the battlements and kiss the stone, or just enjoy the view. Browse around the village of Blarney, charmingly set around a large village green, before heading to your hotel where you will enjoy dinner. (B, D)

Day 4 - SPIKE ISLAND & KINSALE

Drive to Cobh and take a short cruise to Spike Island – a beautiful spot that has served as a monastery, a fortress and, during Victorian times, was the largest prison in the world. The local guide will share the history of the island as you make your way to the Fortress to explore independently, Afterwards, enjoy a picnic lunch with your family. In the afternoon spend free time in the historic fishing town of Kinsale – now a picturesque haven for foodies and art-lovers - before returning to your hotel. (B, L)

Day 5 - CLIFFS OF MOHER & GALWAY

Leave Cork and travel to Adare, one of Ireland’s prettiest villages, with its old stone buildings and thatched cottages. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, which soar almost 700 feet above the churning Atlantic. Travel through the Burren, a unique region of limestone hills where many rare flowers thrive in the sheltered crevices. Continue to Galway, where you will have dinner in your hotel. (B, D)

Day 6 - CHOCOLATE TOUR AND GALWAY

Visit Hazel Mountain Chocolate, bean-to-bar makers of chocolate, for a special private experience: discover how the bean is roasted, cracked, winnowed, stoneground and tempered into a chocolate bar and then enjoy a tasting. Afterwards, take a child-friendly walking tour of Galway - and then enjoy free time in this vibrant city, with its buzzing atmosphere, medieval architecture, and popular street performers. Have dinner with your group in a local restaurant. (B, D)

Day 7 - SHEEPDOG DEMONSTRATION & LIMERICK

Visit Ardrahan to see a traditional farm, a welcoming place with its 250-year-old thatched cottage and many sheep. Learn about traditional farm life, watch the farm’s sheepdog hard at work herding his flock, and enjoy homemade tea and scones. Continue to the historic city of Limerick and check into your hotel. Take a walking tour along the Shannon River in Limerick, passing the Treaty Stone and the 13th-century King John’s Castle, followed by a farewell dinner in a local pub. (B, D)

Day 8 - TOUR ENDS IN SHANNON

Your tour ends after breakfast. (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner All components of this tour (hotels, visits and attractions) for 2020 itineraries are subject to change until finalized in September 2019.  >

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2024 Vacations

Book early and save 15%

Book any of our wonderful self-drive vacation packages before the 15th of June 2024 to receive a FREE UPGRADE from Economy to Compact AND 15% discount off your tour price!
This offer cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts or special event packages.

Tour Prices

Below, you will find a price for this self drive tour including your car rental. While we offer very competitive rates for our car rental inclusive packages, this allows you to shop around for your own car rental price should you wish to.

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.

Please note we charge in Euros. Prices in other currencies are for indication only and subject to fluctuation.

ACCOMMODATION WITH CAR RENTAL PRICING

Notes

  • Please note prices are per person based on 2 persons in each room with full Irish breakfast and taxes included.

  • Personal Irish Tourism Touring Guide & Discount vouchers to hundreds of Ireland’s attractions included.

  • Your Accommodation & Car Rental Package rate includes an Economy class car eg., Opel Corsa or Fiat Punto.
  • 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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