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

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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. Next spend some time in the ‘Garden of Ireland’, soaking up Wicklow’s superb scenery from Powerscourt to Glendalough. 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! Travel to Cork where Blarney Castle, Cobh and the romantic town of Kinsale await you with its picturesque seafront setting and plenty of great restaurants and cafes. 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. Finally visit the wildly beautiful Connemara area with its stunning lakes and mountainous scenery.

What's included

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

Tour highlights

  • Christ Church Cathedral
  • Dublin
  • Dublin Castle
  • Dublinia
  • Kilmainham Gaol
  • Trinity College & Book of Kells
  • Dublin Writers Museum
  • James Joyce Tower & Museum
  • National Gallery
  • National Museum of Ireland - Collins Barracks
  • Avondale House & Forest Park
  • Avoca Handweavers
  • National Stud & Japanese Gardens
  • Wicklow Mountains National Park
  • Trinity College Dublin & Book of Kells
  • Glendalough
  • Powerscourt House & Gardens

Overnights for this tour

  • Brooks Hotel, Dublin for 1 Night
  • The Brook Lodge Hotel & Wells Spa Wicklow for 2 Nights
  • Waterford Castle for 2 Nights 
  • Hayfield Manor Cork for 2 Nights
  • Carrig House Hotel, Kerry for 2 Nights (Presidential Suite)
  • Gregans Castle Hotel for 2 Nights 
  • Rosleague Manor for 2 Nights 
  • 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

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 such 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 & evening is free for individual sightseeing. Why not try one of Dublin’s superb restaurants followed by an evening in one of the many entertaining pubs. Overnight Dublin BB

Day 2 - Wicklow Mountains

Today, we travel south into the Garden of Ireland, Wicklow County. Visits today may include, depending on the time of year, Kilruddery House & Gardens, Mount Usher Gardens, Powerscourt House & Gardens and Rissborough. Enjoy the stunning scenery on your way to the ancient monastic settlement at Glendalough that was founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. The Glendalough Valley is located in the Wicklow Mountains National Park and is renowned for its Monastic Site with Round Tower and its scenic lakes and valleys. Overnight Dublin DBB

Day 3 - Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens

After breakfast, head inland with exciting visits to such places as Castletown House and Parklands, Coolcarrigan Gardens, Lodge Park Walled Garden & Steam Museum and the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens. The Japanese Gardens, acclaimed as the most beautiful Japanese gardens in Europe, celebrated its centenary year in 2010. Return to Dublin for a farewell meal and traditional Irish music & dance show at the Abbey Tavern. Overnight Dublin BB

Day 4 - Depart Dublin

After a hearty Irish breakfast, depart your Hotel for Dublin Airport to arrive in plenty of time for your return flight home.

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

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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

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.

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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 The Brook Lodge Hotel & Wells Spa,  a standard room in Gregans Castle, a standard room in Waterford Castle, a standard room in Rosleague Manor and a standard room in Hayfield Manor. 
  • 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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