9 Day Irish Adventure

Authentic Local Experiences

Visit the picturesque monastic site of Glendalough – wander among these romantic ruins and imagine how monks flourished here for 600 years.
Discover the true story of the world’s most famous ship at Titanic Belfast ‐ in the city where it all began

Dining Experiences

8 breakfasts (B), 1 Lunch (L), and 6 dinners (D) including a traditional Irish dinner and show at the Glyde Inn

2020 Irish Adventure – 9 Days / 8 Nights / 15 Meals

B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner

Day 1 Dublin City Tour | Custom House

Your tour departs at 2:00 PM from your Dublin hotel. Set out on a panoramic tour of the city. Highlights include 18th-century Georgian houses with brightly painted doors, tranquil parks, and historic O’Connell Street. Visit the Custom House, an architectural and historic gem built in 1791 on the Liffey quays, once Ireland’s trade route to the world. In the evening, enjoy a welcome drink with your group before dinner in your hotel.
(D)

Day 2: 6th Century Glendalough & Dunbrody Famine Ship

Enjoy the delightful scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the way to Glendalough, one of Ireland’s most beautiful destinations. Explore the remains of one of the most important monastic sites in Ireland, founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Walk through the deep valley to view the picturesque ruins of a round tower, churches and Celtic crosses. Continue to New Ross to the Dunbrody Famine Ship, a reconstructed 19th-century vessel showing the harsh sailing conditions for emigrants on the way to North America. Relax as you continue to Waterford. After dinner, take a gentle stroll around the narrow streets of the historic city with a local guide.
(B, D)

Day 3: Waterford Crystal & Blarney Castle

Witness the creation of crystal masterpieces during your visit to the House of Waterford Crystal. Travel via Dungarvan to Cobh, the last port of call of the Titanic. A walking tour will reveal many of the places that still remain over a century since travellers embarked on that fateful voyage. Visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence” or explore the tranquil gardens. Treat yourself to quality Irish-made goods at Blarney Woollen Mills. Journey west through rugged countryside and settle into your centrally-located hotel in Killarney.
(B, D)

Day 4: Ring of Kerry Drive & Killarney

Discover the natural beauty of the Emerald Isle on Ireland’s most popular scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry, with plenty of photo stops along the way. Stop for lunch, then take a stroll around Sneem and stop at Moll’s Gap for its panoramic views. Enjoy the evening in Killarney for dinner on your own and perhaps a visit to one of the town’s many lively pubs.
(B, L)

Day 5: Cliffs of Moher & Galway

Embark on a memorable ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary. Travel along the coast of County Clare to view the Cliffs of Moher, which soar almost 700 feet (200m) above the churning Atlantic swells. Walk along the top of the cliffs to O’Brien’s Tower for great views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. Head to Galway to join a local guide for a brief stroll through the twisting streets of the old city before spending some time on your own.
(B, D)

Day 6: Sheepdog Demonstration | Donegal | Derry

Immerse yourself in traditional farm life during a visit to an authentic working farm, where you’ll watch trained sheepdogs round up mountain sheep. Continue through the rugged mountainous landscape to Donegal town. Visit our CIE Tours preferred shopping partner, Triona Design, and then enjoy some free time. Proceed on to Derry, where a local guide will help you discover this ancient walled city, long known for its tumultuous history but now a thriving artistic hub.
(B, D)

Day 7: Giant’s Causeway & Glyde Inn Dinner/Show

Explore the northern coastline, stopping for photos at the sprawling ruins of Dunluce Castle. Visit the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. Visit Titanic Belfast and learn about the ill-fated ship through state-of-the-art displays. See the docks where this famous liner was built just over a century ago. Stop at the Glyde Inn for a farewell dinner with Irish specialities and entertaining traditional Irish songs and music.

(B, D)

Day 8 Independent Dublin Sightseeing

Tour Dublin independently on the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus. Use your voucher to visit one of Dublin’s top attractions: Guinness Storehouse, Teeling Whiskey Distillery, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, or GPO Museum. In the evening, dine independently at one of the many restaurants or pubs that Dublin has to offer. (B)

Day 9: Tour Ends in Dublin

Your tour ends after breakfast.
(B)

B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner