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 Overview

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Begin your honeymoon tour of Ireland in our capital city, Dublin! Catch a show in Dublin’s famous Abbey theatre, stroll around Trinity College, the Guinness storehouse or Phoenix Park or soak up the atmosphere in one of Dublin’s famous music pubs. This is just a selection of the many things to do in Dublin city, your Irish Tourism detailed itinerary will provide you with many more options. Continue to Waterford and check into the luxury Waterford Castle hotel. From here discover Waterford’s Viking history through its interactive museums or take a romantic cruise down the river Suir. Discover Kerry where the Ring of Kerry driving tour provides the ultimate romantic getaway! Finally Visit Clare, staying in the magnificent Gregans Castle and from here you will have every opportunity to discover the karst but spectacularly beautiful Burren area.

What's included

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

Tour highlights

  • Big Ben
  • Lake District Windermere
  • Lakes District
  • Oxford UK
  • Cambridge England
  • Canterbury Cathedral

Overnights for this tour

  • Brooks Hotel, Dublin for 1 Night
  • Waterford Castle for 2 Nights 
  • Carrig House Hotel, Kerry for 2 Nights (Presidential Suite)
  • Gregans Castle Hotel for 1 Night 
  • Brooks 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 - Independent Sightseeing in London & Welcome Dinner

Start your tour independently this afternoon, using your voucher for the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour. Choose your route to see famous London landmarks such as Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Piccadilly Circus, and more. Join your group in the evening for a welcome drink before dining together. (D)

Day 2 - Oxford & Cambridge

Visit the University of Oxford, founded in the 12th century and one of the world’s most prestigious universities. Visit the Bodleian Library, home to more than 13 million printed items and with roots in the 14th century. In the afternoon, journey to Cambridge, where you’ll punt down the River Cam, enjoying views of the colleges of Cambridge University as you travel along the water. Enjoy free time for dinner in Cambridge. (B)

Day 3 - Ely Cathedral & York Minster

Visit Ely Cathedral, dating back to 672. This magnificent building was used as a filming location for “The Crown” and “The King’s Speech”. Travel to the equally resplendent York Minster; this Gothic cathedral has the largest expanse of medieval stained glass in the world. Enjoy some free time in York to explore independently before dinner in your hotel. (B, D)

Day 4 - Vintage Train Ride & Whitby

Journey back in time on a vintage train ride from the Goathland Station that portrayed Hogsmeade Station in the first “Harry Potter” film to the ancient seaport of Whitby. Take a walking tour with your tour director, then free time for lunch. Travel back to York where your afternoon and evening are free for exploring and dinner on your own. (B)

Day 5 - Harrogate & Lake District

Visit Harrogate, a Victorian spa town in Yorkshire, for a walking tour with your tour director. Travel on to the Lake District, with a stop for lunch. Visit the Lakes Distillery, to discover how hand-crafted spirits are made and enjoy a sampling. Go to Grasmere Gingerbread Shop, and have a tasting of its traditional spicy-sweet treat, first made 165 years ago. Continue to your hotel on the shore of Lake Windermere for dinner. (B, D)

Day 6 - The Armitt & Lake Windermere

Visit the Armitt Museum, which preserves the cultural heritage of the Lake District, with a special focus on local artist Beatrix Potter. Depart for a scenic cruise down Lake Windermere, then board a train and travel the historic Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway for a picturesque ride through the Leven Valley. Travel on to Liverpool where you’ll check into your hotel and dine independently. (B)

Day 7 - Liverpool & Farewell Dinner

Discover Liverpool, the famous port city and home of the Beatles. You are free to delve into some of the city’s long history today at your own pace. In the evening, gather with your group for a farewell dinner. (B, D)

Day 8 - Tour Ends in Liverpool

Your tour ends after breakfast. (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner   >

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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 package includes a presidential suite in Carrig House, a standard room in Brooks Hotel, a standard room in Gregans Castle and a standard room in Waterford Castle.
  • 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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