Countryside of the Emerald Isle

Day by day

Majestic cliffs of Inishmore, County Galway, rising above turbulent waters.

Your journey through

Ireland

Showing Days 1-7

11-day itinerary

Day 1Overnight FlightThis is your chance to experience the many, seldom-explored sides of Ireland. From the vibrant pulse of Dublin’s historic streets to the windswept beauty of Dingle’s coastal hills, this journey invites you to connect with the heart of the Emerald Isle and to your Irish roots (even if you don’t have any).

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Overnight Flight

This is your chance to experience the many, seldom-explored sides of Ireland. From the vibrant pulse of Dublin’s historic streets to the windswept beauty of Dingle’s coastal hills, this journey invites you to connect with the heart of the Emerald Isle and to your Irish roots (even if you don’t have any).

Day 2Dublin, IrelandFáilte and welcome to Dublin, Ireland’s cosmopolitan capital. With no scheduled activities through the afternoon, you can take time to soak up the vibrancy of Dublin’s fair city. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant and toast the start of a wonderful adventure.

Fáilte and welcome to Dublin, Ireland’s cosmopolitan capital. With no scheduled activities through the afternoon, you can take time to soak up the vibrancy of Dublin’s fair city. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant and toast the start of a wonderful adventure.

Day 3DublinA local expert escorts you through Dublin’s magnificent streets on a walking tour, taking you through the history and culture of this eclectic city. Get up close and personal with Dublin as you discover the vibrancy of the capital and its evolution over the centuries. This afternoon, experience an Impact Moment as you immerse yourself in Irish culture with Experience Gaelic Games. This social enterprise benefits the wider community, giving local youth opportunities to engage in community-based sport and cultural activities. Learn why these national sports are so important to many Irish people - and if you’re feeling sporty, have a go yourself!

Dublin

A local expert escorts you through Dublin’s magnificent streets on a walking tour, taking you through the history and culture of this eclectic city. Get up close and personal with Dublin as you discover the vibrancy of the capital and its evolution over the centuries. This afternoon, experience an Impact Moment as you immerse yourself in Irish culture with Experience Gaelic Games. This social enterprise benefits the wider community, giving local youth opportunities to engage in community-based sport and cultural activities. Learn why these national sports are so important to many Irish people - and if you’re feeling sporty, have a go yourself!

Day 4Dublin - East CorkTake to Ireland’s country roads. Tour the Irish National Stud, an area of outstanding natural beauty that’s home to regal thoroughbreds and opulent gardens. Continue south to the awe-inspiring Rock of Cashel. Be amazed by its imposing facade and visit the spot where St. Patrick preached.

Dublin

Take to Ireland’s country roads. Tour the Irish National Stud, an area of outstanding natural beauty that’s home to regal thoroughbreds and opulent gardens. Continue south to the awe-inspiring Rock of Cashel. Be amazed by its imposing facade and visit the spot where St. Patrick preached.

Day 5East CorkThis morning, visit the Old Midleton Distillery, home of the world-famous Jameson Irish Whiskey. Indulge in a tipple with a tasting of the distillery’s production. Next, head to the pretty coastal town of Kinsale for the afternoon. Enjoy free time to peruse the charming shops, galleries, and cafés.

Charming houses reflect in the calm waters of Kinsale, County Cork, Ireland.

East Cork

This morning, visit the Old Midleton Distillery, home of the world-famous Jameson Irish Whiskey. Indulge in a tipple with a tasting of the distillery’s production. Next, head to the pretty coastal town of Kinsale for the afternoon. Enjoy free time to peruse the charming shops, galleries, and cafés.

Day 6East Cork - Garnish Island - DingleTravel through forty shades of green before arriving in the charming village of Glengarriff. Board a ferry and sail to a place that must be seen to be believed – Garnish Island. Sheltered in the Glengarriff harbour of Bantry Bay, this hidden island is home to one of Ireland’s most beautiful gardens. Continue over the Cork and Kerry mountains to the colourful town of Dingle, located on the Dingle Peninsula – your home for two nights.

Charming waterfront houses reflected on calm water in Kinsale, County Cork, Ireland.

East Cork

Travel through forty shades of green before arriving in the charming village of Glengarriff. Board a ferry and sail to a place that must be seen to be believed – Garnish Island. Sheltered in the Glengarriff harbour of Bantry Bay, this hidden island is home to one of Ireland’s most beautiful gardens. Continue over the Cork and Kerry mountains to the colourful town of Dingle, located on the Dingle Peninsula – your home for two nights.

Day 7Dingle - Dingle Peninsula - DingleThis morning, explore the spectacular scenery of the Dingle Peninsula with a drive along Slea Head, with its enchanting hills and weather-worn bluffs. During a visit to a Dingle farm, witness the remarkable skill of sheepdogs in action, all set against a backdrop of sweeping ocean views. Later, soak in the charm of Dingle with a lively pub lunch in the heart of town. Then, step into the story of a beloved local brewery and discover how one man’s passion for craft beer brewed a thriving business. The rest of the day in Dingle is yours - wander the colourful streets, chat with friendly locals, or simply savour the harbour’s peaceful rhythm.

Dingle

This morning, explore the spectacular scenery of the Dingle Peninsula with a drive along Slea Head, with its enchanting hills and weather-worn bluffs. During a visit to a Dingle farm, witness the remarkable skill of sheepdogs in action, all set against a backdrop of sweeping ocean views. Later, soak in the charm of Dingle with a lively pub lunch in the heart of town. Then, step into the story of a beloved local brewery and discover how one man’s passion for craft beer brewed a thriving business. The rest of the day in Dingle is yours - wander the colourful streets, chat with friendly locals, or simply savour the harbour’s peaceful rhythm.