8 days Irish Splendor ( 2018 )
Savor a true taste of “Irish Splendor” when you spend the night in a stately castle. Relax by a roaring peat fire. Stand in awe on the Cliffs of Moher. Tour rollicking Dublin and share a conversation with the locals at a pub featuring traditional Irish entertainers. Sip on the “Water of Life” at a whiskey distillery. Visit Christ Church Cathedral, one of Ireland’s most historic buildings. Explore the spectacular Dingle Peninsula and drive the Slea Head road for majestic coastal views. Gaze upon the historic Rock of Cashel. Visit the famous Gap of Dunloe where you can shop for traditional Irish goods. Meet a local family and enjoy tea and scones at their farm. Kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle. From the breathtaking sights of Kerry to the historic Rock of Cashel, gaze across the countryside and culture of Ireland.
| Day | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Overnight Flight. ( Not Included ) | Experience a true taste of “Irish Splendor” on a trip that combines fabulous accommodations, stunning scenery and sumptuous food. Join us and return to times gone by during your unforgettable tour of the amazing “Emerald Isle.” |
| 2 | Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins | Open your tour in Dublin. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for traditional music, dance and fare during a fun-filled Irish evening. Dinner Ashling Hotel |
| 3 | Dublin | Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Dublin, the “Fair City.” Take in O’Connell Street, Grafton Street and the city's magnificent rows of stately Georgian town homes. Tour Christ Church Cathedral, one of Dublin’s most historic buildings. Then, enjoy some leisure time to independently explore the cultural offerings of delightful Dublin. Breakfast Ashling Hotel |
| 4 | Dublin - Killarney | Depart Dublin for Ireland’s breathtaking countryside. Visit the town of Cashel for views of the historic Rock of Cashel, the reputed location where St. Patrick preached and converted the King of Munster. Next, journey to historic Blarney Castle where you have the opportunity to kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Legend has it that those who kiss the stone are bestowed with the gift of eloquence. End your day in charming Killarney. This evening, enjoy dinner at one of Killarney’s best local restaurants. Breakfast & Dinner Killarney Towers |
| 5 | Killarney - Dingle Peninsula - Killarney | Set off this morning to follow what is perhaps Ireland’s most majestic coastal route – the stunning Dingle Peninsula. Stop at the Gap of Dunloe where you can shop for traditional Irish goods handcrafted by local artisans. Travel to the town of Dingle and then drive the beautiful Slea Head road, where some of the country’s most spectacular landscapes are found. Breakfast Killarney Towers |
| 6 | Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - Ennis | Today, experience the customs and daily life of a traditional Irish family during a memorable visit to the Molanna Dairy Farm, plus savor homemade scones and tea. Continue to the stunning 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher for awe-inspiring views of the mighty Atlantic and the Aran Islands. End your day in the charming town of Ennis. Enjoy the ambience of your historic hotel, cozy up to its roaring peat fire and feel the warmth of Irish hospitality. Breakfast Old Ground Hotel |
| 7 | Ennis - Tullamore/Kilbeggan - Kingscourt | Start your day with a cross-country journey to Irish whiskey territory. The ancient towns of Tullamore and Kilbeggan have long been associated with the whiskey industry. Become engaged in the process of whiskey making and enjoy a tasting of the final product during a visit to one of these historic distilleries. Top your day off with an overnight stay on the regal grounds of Cabra Castle where you toast the end of a fabulous trip during your farewell dinner. Breakfast & Dinner Cabra Castle |
| 8 | Kingscourt - Tour Ends | Your tour ends in Kingscourt. Breakfast |