Irish Experience
Irish Experience
$3625
Irish Experience
11 Days Starting and ending in Dublin, Ireland
Visiting: Dublin, Belfast, Giant's Causeway, Londonderry, Galway, Connemara, Cliffs of Moher, Ring of Kerry, Kilkenny
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Tour code:
DREXZM20
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Irish Experience" tour, a captivating journey through the heart of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Discover the vibrant cities of Dublin, Belfast, and Londonderry, and explore the charming locales of Galway and Waterford. Visit iconic sites such as St. Patrick's Cathedral, the Titanic Experience, and the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway. Marvel at the natural beauty of the Cliffs of Moher and the scenic Ring of Kerry. Enjoy unique cultural experiences, including a visit to Belleek Pottery and a meal at Broughgammon Farm. With expert guides, comfortable accommodations, and a luxury coach, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Delight in daily breakfasts, select dinners, and the opportunity to engage in optional experiences, all while supporting sustainable tourism initiatives. Conclude your adventure in Dublin, enriched by the stories and sights of this enchanting land.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Dublin, Belfast and Londonderry
- Discover Galway and Waterford
- Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, the Titanic Experience in Belfast, the UNESCO World Heritage site at the Giant's Causeway, Belleek to see how the famous pottery is made, Kylemore Abbey, the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney's Castle to kiss the stone and gain the 'gift of the gab', the Crystal Showroom at Waterford and the Dunbrody Famine Ship in New Ross
- View the City Walls and Murals of Londonderry
- See Galway Cathedral
- Scenic Cruise across the Shannon Estuary
- Scenic Drive through Connemara and along the Ring of Kerry
Make Travel Matter®
Bushmills: In Northern Ireland you'll discover the legend of the Giant's Causeway as you explore this iconic natural landmark. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Be My Guest
Ballycastle: Join your hosts, the Cole family, at their home, Broughgammon Farm near Ballycastle, where you'll enjoy farm life and a delicious meal of local favourites.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Ireland
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Clayton Ballsbridge
Accommodation Name: Clayton Ballsbridge
Meals Included: Dinner
Embrace your playful side and discover the allure of the lively Irish capital - a small city with a lot of heart and yours to explore before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers this afternoon for a sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist. See the stately Georgian Squares and Trinity College before enjoying a Whiskey Tasting at a local distillery.The excitement will build this evening over drinks, good food and great company as your Travel Director gives you a taste of what’s to come.
Day 2: Journey To Colourful Belfast
Location: Belfast
Accommodation: AC by Marriott
Accommodation Name: AC by Marriott , DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast Templepatrick
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leaving the cosmopolitan streets of Dublin behind, we travel to Northern Ireland and the bustling city of Belfast, where you will have some free time to enjoy a spud for lunch or perhaps an Irish stew. Later, we meet our Local Specialist 'Cabbie' for an insider view of the city’s living history during a journey through its vibrant streets in a real taxi. We spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure, or perhaps join an Optional Experience.
Day 3: Venture To The Giant’S Causeway And On To Derry/Londonderry Make Travel Matter
Location: Giant's Causeway
Accommodation: City Hotel Derry
Accommodation Name: City Hotel Derry, Waterfoot
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Dive Into Culture during a visit to the award-winning Titanic Belfast Experience. Gain insights into the tragic story of the Titanic and its passengers who lost their lives in the icy Atlantic. Leave the city behind, travelling to your Be My Guest experience near Ballycastle for lunch. Then onto the Giant's Causeway for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as we walk in the footsteps of Finn MacCool. Our visit will help to conserve this iconic natural landmark. Take some time to admire the natural spectacle of 40,000 interlocking basalt columns before continuing to Londonderry, our home for the next two nights.
Day 4: Discover Londonderry’S Past
Location: Londonderry
Accommodation: City Hotel Derry
Accommodation Name: City Hotel Derry, Waterfoot
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join your Local Specialist for a walk along the 17th-century city walls and see the formerly turbulent Bogside neighbourhood, with its street murals depicting the history of the 'Troubles'. Spend a free afternoon walking along the pretty Foyle River or consider joining an Optional Experience to Inishowen Peninsula, with its rich history. This evening enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Day 5: Onwards To Scenic Galway Dive Into Culture
Location: Galway
Accommodation: Maldron Oranmore
Accommodation Name: Maldron Oranmore
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey through the lush countryside to Belleek, where you'll Dive Into Culture and witness talented pottery crafters create the exquisite collectables that have graced homes since the mid-19th century. Arrive in Galway later, where you will stay for the next two nights.
Day 6: Connemara Excursion
Location: Connemara
Accommodation: Maldron Oranmore
Accommodation Name: Maldron Oranmore
Meals Included: Breakfast
The rugged beauty of Connemara was captured in the film 'The Quiet Man' with John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara. Its loughs and mountains are yours to explore today during a scenic drive. Arrive at Kylemore Abbey later to visit the country's most romantic castle and ramble through the hidden nooks of its Victorian walled garden. Returning to Galway, enjoy some free time to explore its imposing stone Cathedral or stroll through Eyre Square, which John F. Kennedy visited in 1963.
Day 7: Explore The Cliffs Of Moher And Killarney
Location: Cliffs of Moher
Accommodation: Killarney Towers
Accommodation Name: Killarney Towers, Killarney
Meals Included: Breakfast
See the imposing UNESCO-listed Cliffs of Moher rising over 650 feet (200 m) above the pounding Atlantic and scan the horizon all the way to the Aran Islands to get the full view of the irresistible beauty of this special place. You’ll have an opportunity to visit the ‘Atlantic Edge’ exhibition which will bring to life this extraordinary natural phenomenon in a way that only the wildlife of the area get to see. Enchanted by the wild landscapes, you’ll continue along the Wild Atlantic Way with spectacular views of this dramatic coastline before you board a ferry across the tranquil Shannon Estuary river. Then, continue through County Kerry to your hotel in Killarney, where you'll have an evening at leisure or join in the craic at an optional Irish ceilidh.
Day 8: A Day On The Ring Of Kerry
Location: Ring of Kerry
Accommodation: Killarney Towers
Accommodation Name: Killarney Towers, Killarney
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The soul-stirring landscapes of Iveragh Peninsula provide a mesmerising backdrop for our scenic coastal drive around the Ring of Kerry – an unimaginably beautiful natural setting. En route we will see Killorglin, famous for its annual 'Puck Fair', as well as Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll's Gap.
Day 9: Off To Blarney, Waterford And Kilkenny Dive Into Culture
Location: Kilkenny
Accommodation: Hotel Kilkenny
Accommodation Name: Kilkenny
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you might acquire the 'gift of the gab', bending over backwards to kiss the Blarney Stone before we travel to Waterford. Admire the delicate creations of fine crystal during a visit to the House of Waterford Crystal where you will Dive Into Culture and witness a demonstration by master crafters. This evening, arrive in Kilkenny with its imposing 12th-century castle, once the seat of the Butlers of Ormonde.
Day 10: Through County Wicklow’S Countryside To Dublin Dive Into Culture
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel., Clayton Cardiff Lane
Accommodation Name: Clayton Leopardstown, Sandymount
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After a morning exploration of Kilkenny, depart for New Ross where you'll see the monument to John F. Kennedy, who visited his ancestral family hometown in 1963. Dive Into Culture and gain insights into the tragic plight of Irish emigrants during the potato famine of the 1800s on your visit to the nearby three-masted Dunbrody Famine Ship. Journey through the lush Irish countryside of County Wicklow, the 'Garden of Ireland', and back to Dublin where you’ll spend your final evening with travel companions sharing stories of your memorable journey through Ireland at dinner.
Day 11: Farewell Dublin
Location: Dublin
Meals Included: Breakfast
It’s time to say a fond farewell to Ireland and newfound friends as you prepare to end your wonderful Irish experience.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
The tour includes the services of an expert Travel Director and a professional Driver.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Accommodation is provided in carefully selected hotels that are tried and trusted.
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
Porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour package.
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
Hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are covered in the tour.
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Daily breakfast and up to half of the evening meals are included.
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
The tour includes must-see sightseeing and surprise extras.
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Transportation is provided by a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation options like rail journeys.
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Ferry across the Shannon estuary
The tour includes a ferry crossing across the Shannon estuary.
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Optional Experiences and free time
Optional experiences and free time are part of the tour itinerary.
What's Not Included
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Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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Optional excursions
Optional excursions and activities not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Flights
International and domestic flights to and from the tour start and end points are not included.
Dining Summary
- 5 Dinner (D)
- 10 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Dive Into Culture
- Belfast: Experience Belfast from the comfort of your dedicated Black Cab with expert 'Cabbie' commentary.
- Belfast: Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction and monument in Belfast.
- Belleek: See traditional craftsmen at work at the Belleek Pottery Visitor Centre, one of the oldest working potteries in the world.
- Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour.
- New Ross: Explore the tragic history of Ireland's famine emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, a replica of one of the original ships used in the 1800s.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable journey across Ireland. Enjoy scenic drives, ferry crossings, and the flexibility of audio headsets for sightseeing, all guided by an expert Travel Director and professional driver.
Accommodation
Stay in carefully selected hotels such as Clayton Ballsbridge in Dublin, AC by Marriott in Belfast, and City Hotel Derry, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your journey. Enjoy the charm of Maldron Oranmore in Galway and the elegance of Killarney Towers in Killarney, among others.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the Irish Experience tour?
The tour includes a variety of unique experiences such as a whiskey tasting at a local distillery in Dublin, a Black Cab tour in Belfast with a local 'Cabbie', a visit to the Titanic Belfast Experience, and a Be My Guest lunch at Broughgammon Farm near Ballycastle. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone, visit the House of Waterford Crystal, and explore the Dunbrody Famine Ship.
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How does the tour support sustainable tourism?
The tour supports sustainable tourism through the Make Travel Matter® Experience at the Giant's Causeway, which directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. This experience helps conserve the iconic natural landmark.
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What cultural activities are included in the tour?
Cultural activities on the tour include exploring the history of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast Experience, witnessing traditional pottery crafting at Belleek Pottery, learning about crystal crafting at the House of Waterford Crystal, and understanding the history of Irish emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience.
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What scenic locations will be visited during the tour?
The tour visits several scenic locations including the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, and the Connemara region. You will also enjoy a scenic drive through the Iveragh Peninsula and a ferry ride across the Shannon Estuary.
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What is the Be My Guest experience on this tour?
The Be My Guest experience takes place at Broughgammon Farm near Ballycastle, where you will join the Cole family to enjoy farm life and a delicious meal of local favourites.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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