Irish Explorer
9 days/ 8 nights' ex Dublin
Explore Ireland in depth and hear exciting stories of its rich history, legends, and myths. Begin your trip in Dublin, Ireland’s capital, with an orientation drive that introduces you to the major attractions.
Head north through the Boyne Valley and the Mountains of Mourne to Downpatrick, and on to Belfast, the vibrant capital of Northern Ireland. Take the scenic route along the Antrim coast to dramatic Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit Derry and Donegal, then drive along Donegal Bay on your way to Sligo. Via Knock, where pilgrims from around the world flock to the Marian Shrine, and vibrant coastal Galway, you reach the breathtaking 668-foot Cliffs of Moher. Take photographs of the thatched cottages in Adare, then drink in the scenery on the Dingle Peninsula before arriving in the bustling resort of Killarney.
More spectacular vistas await during the coastal drive along the beautiful “Ring of Kerry,” where you’ll see sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly coloured farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with verdant vegetation, and the Lakes of Killarney. Next, stop in Blarney, famous for its castle and “Stone of Eloquence,”; also enjoy a guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal.
Heading north, visit Ireland’s oldest handweaving mill at Avoca, and Glendalough with its ruins of St. Kevin’s Centre of Irish Christianity. Return to Dublin to conclude your tour.
- 8 nights’ accommodation
- 8 Full Irish breakfast and 3 evening meals
- Private first-class air-conditioned motor-coach