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 Overview

‘Excellent’

This tour has everything!! Stay in the most luxurious of our Irish Castles and Manor Hotels on this 7 night Platinum vacation to Ireland complete with ferry trip to Inishmore, the largest of theˇAran Islandsˇand home to the spectacular pre-Christian Dun Aonghus Fort. ˇAdd in Gourmet meals in some of Ireland?s best restaurants, a private falconry experience and so much more and you have the vacation of a lifetime. While this tour includes many of Ireland?s most iconic locations, because all of our travel consultants live in Ireland, they also have an intimate knowledge of Ireland?s hidden gems. All of our tours are designed in-house and as well having your own dedicated travel consultant, you will also receive a comprehensive and unparalleled daily sightseeing guide that is unmatched in the industry. 

While this is a self-drive vacation, a chauffeured version is also available.

Additional highlights of the Platinum Tour

As well as the upgrades to 5 star hotels in all locations, additional highlights of the PLATINUM TOUR while in Ireland will be 2 nights in the wonderful Dromoland Castle, attending the Bunratty Castle Banquet, afternoon tea in Dublins Deluxe Merrion Hotel, a Falconry session in Dromoland Castle plus so much more.

To top it off, your tour price includes 2 gourmet dining experiences in 2 of Irelands premier restaurants, The Michelin Star restaurant of Patrick Guilbauds in The Merrion and The Earl of Thomond restaurant in Dromoland Castle.

Don't Forget! All elements of this vacation package can be customized to suit your needs. If you have a location or special ?MUST SEE? place, make sure to mention this to your travel consultant.

What's included

 

  • Meet and Greet at Dublin Airport
  • Car rental (Automatic) for 6 days. Private chauffeur option available on request - including our special comfort pack complete with GPS, additional driver and super cover for peace of mind driving
  • 7 nights luxury accommodation with private bath and full Irish Breakfast daily
  • 2 Gourmet evening dining experiences at Irelands best restaurants
  • Luxurious pampering Spa Treatment/Massage at the Lyrath Hotel on Day 1
  • Tickets for the Smithwicks Brewery Tour Experience in Kilkenny
  • Complimentary short horse riding session on Austrian Halflinger ponies within the grounds of The Europe Hotel in Killarney
  • Ferry tickets to the Aran Islands
  • Private Falconry session at Dromoland Castle
  • Tickets for the Bunratty Castle Banquet
  • Afternoon Tea at the Merrion Hotel in Dublin
  • 2 day Hop on Hop off Bus Tour tickets for Dublin City
  • Private Transfer to Dublin Airport
  • Our renowned customized sightseeing guide
  • Services of experienced Irish based travel planner
  • 24/7 support while on tour

Tour highlights

  • Christ Church Cathedral
  • Dublin
  • Dublin Castle
  • Dublinia
  • Kilmainham Gaol
  • Trinity College & Book of Kells
  • Aras an Uachtarain
  • Dublin Writers Museum
  • James Joyce Centre
  • National Museum of Ireland - Collins Barracks
  • Avoca Handweavers
  • Athlone Castle
  • Boyne Valley
  • Wicklow Mountains National Park
  • Glendalough
  • Hill of Tara
  • Newgrange
  • Powerscourt House & Gardens
  • Trim Castle

Overnights for this tour

  • Lyrath Estate in Kilkenny for 1 Night
  • The Europe Hotel in Killarney, County Kerry for 2 Nights
  • Dromoland Castle in Clare for 2 Nights
  • The Merrion Hotel in Dublin City centre for 2 Nights

Accommodation options

  • Superior & First Class Hotels
  • Luxury Accommodation & Service in our 4 & 5 Star Hotels
  • Country Manor Houses
  • Deluxe Accommodation in our 4 & 5 Star Irish Castles
  • Any Combination of the above

Tour itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive Dublin

Arrive Dublin Airport and meet with your experienced Irish driver/guide. All of the drivers we use are qualified guides and have great personalities that really will make your trip unforgettable. Travel into Ireland’s capital city and visit Trinity College which houses the famous Book of Kells, transcribed by 9th century monks. Continue on to a more modern attraction, The Guinness Storehouse, which tells the 250 year story of one of Ireland’s greatest exports. At the end of the tour, sample a pint of “The Blackstuff” whilst enjoying 360 degree panoramic views of the city from the Gravity Bar. After checking into your hotel, the remainder of the afternoon is free for individual sightseeing. In the evening, a typical Irish four course welcome dinner, including Irish coffee, followed by a traditional music & dance show has been arranged. Overnight Dublin BB

Day 2 - Wicklow and Theatre

Today, we travel south into the Garden of Ireland, Wicklow County. Enjoy the stunning scenery on your way to the ancient monastic settlement, Glendalough, that was founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century and is situated in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains National Park. Before returning to Dublin, visit Wicklow Gaol, reputedly one of Ireland’s most haunted buildings. Arrive in Dublin for dinner and theatre visit. Overnight Dublin DBB

Day 3 - Boyne Valley and Theatre

Today, discover the historic and archeological treasures of the Boyne Valley, first visiting the ancient Celtic site of the Hill of Tara, then Trim and Kells Heritage Towns. Trim’s 12th Century Castle featured in the film Braveheart and Kells is famous for its 8th Century monastic settlement, Book of Kells and Celtic High Crosses. The 5000 years old Megalithic tombs at Newgrange will also be visited. Return to your hotel for dinner and transfer to the theatre. Overnight Dublin DBB

Day 4 - Depart Dublin

Transfer to Dublin Airport arriving in plenty of time to check-in for your return flight.

BB = Bed & Irish Breakfast DBB = Dinner, Bed & Irish Breakfast

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Tour attractions

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

Don't Forget!

  • All elements of this vacation package can be customized to suit your needs 
  • Chauffeured option also available - Just Ask 
  • Please note we charge in Euros. Prices in other currencies are for indication only and subject to fluctuation

Notes

  • Single supplement available on request.
  • Please note prices are per person based on 2 persons in each room with full Irish breakfast and taxes included.
  • Children Sharing with 2 adults (aged 2-11) rates available upon request.
  • Children under the age of 2 are free when sharing with 2 Adults.
  • Listed hotels subject to availability at time of booking

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!
  • Contact Us for a price quotation today

Prices in other currencies are indicative only. Please note that we charge in Euro.

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