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Shades of Ireland

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From

CAD 6,299

Duration

13 days

Countries

Ireland, United Kingdom

Activity

moderate

Group size

Max 44

Rating

4.7 · 1,234 reviewsvia Collette

The adventure

Experience Ireland in all its vibrant shades as you travel from the lively city of Dublin to the untamed natural beauty of Northern Ireland. Explore Dublin with a local guide. Take a jaunting car ride in Killarney. Experience the world-famous beauty of the Ring of Kerry. Marvel at the stunning 700-foot Cliffs of Moher. Enjoy tea and scones on a traditional family farm. Tour the walled city of Derry with a local. Stand on the awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway. Uncover the legend of the Titanic at Belfast’s famed Titanic Experience. From breathtaking nature and stunning coasts to a captivating culture and friendly locals – this is Ireland.

Explore Dublin with a local guide

Take a jaunting car ride in Killarney

Experience the Ring of Kerry

Marvel at the Cliffs of Moher

Enjoy tea and scones on a family farm

Tour the walled city of Derry

Day by day

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

Your journey through

Ireland & United Kingdom

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13-day itinerary

Day 1Overnight FlightSet out on an amazing Irish adventure that tells the complete story of the shades of Ireland.

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Overnight Flight

Set out on an amazing Irish adventure that tells the complete story of the shades of Ireland.

Day 2Dublin, IrelandGet a taste of old Dublin. With no scheduled activities through the afternoon, take your time to wander the city streets and soak up that Irish charm. Tonight, you and your fellow travellers revel in a traditional Irish evening, including regional cuisine.

Get a taste of old Dublin. With no scheduled activities through the afternoon, take your time to wander the city streets and soak up that Irish charm. Tonight, you and your fellow travellers revel in a traditional Irish evening, including regional cuisine.

Day 3DublinToday, ride with a local guide to visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral and see O’Connell Street, the National Gallery, and the historic Phoenix Park. What follows is an afternoon to discover Dublin’s charms on your own. Later, you may join an optional tour to the Guinness Storehouse, followed by dinner at a contemporary restaurant showcasing Irish cuisine.

Dublin

Today, ride with a local guide to visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral and see O’Connell Street, the National Gallery, and the historic Phoenix Park. What follows is an afternoon to discover Dublin’s charms on your own. Later, you may join an optional tour to the Guinness Storehouse, followed by dinner at a contemporary restaurant showcasing Irish cuisine.

Day 4Dublin - Kilkenny - WaterfordStep back in time and begin the day in the medieval splendour of 12th-century Kilkenny on the River Nore, visiting the Cope family in their stately home of Shankhill Castle. Then, in Waterford, embark on a leisurely paced walking tour of Ireland’s oldest city. Later, it’s your choice! Tour the Waterford Crystal factory and learn how exquisite crystal has been made for centuries -OR- visit the Medieval Museum for a guided tour and a glass of wine in the 15th-century Mayor’s Wine Vault.

Dublin

Step back in time and begin the day in the medieval splendour of 12th-century Kilkenny on the River Nore, visiting the Cope family in their stately home of Shankhill Castle. Then, in Waterford, embark on a leisurely paced walking tour of Ireland’s oldest city. Later, it’s your choice! Tour the Waterford Crystal factory and learn how exquisite crystal has been made for centuries -OR- visit the Medieval Museum for a guided tour and a glass of wine in the 15th-century Mayor’s Wine Vault.

Day 5Waterford - Blarney Stone - KillarneyThe legend goes that those who kiss the Blarney Stone gain the gift of eloquence. Give it a try if you wish at historic Blarney Castle by navigating the 128 steps to the top. Continue your journey to the vibrant and bustling town of Killarney. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Monochrome image of an abandoned shipwreck at Wexford Harbor, Ireland.

Waterford

The legend goes that those who kiss the Blarney Stone gain the gift of eloquence. Give it a try if you wish at historic Blarney Castle by navigating the 128 steps to the top. Continue your journey to the vibrant and bustling town of Killarney. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 6Killarney - Ring of Kerry - KillarneyStart your day with an authentic jaunting car ride* in Killarney. Take in the rugged coastline as you loop your way around the picturesque Ring of Kerry, past pristine beaches, quaint villages, and majestic landscapes. Along the way, you'll have free time to enjoy lunch on your own. Once back in Killarney, the evening is at leisure for you to explore the town as you please.

Tranquil landscape of a lake amidst lush green mountains and cloudy sky.

Killarney

Start your day with an authentic jaunting car ride* in Killarney. Take in the rugged coastline as you loop your way around the picturesque Ring of Kerry, past pristine beaches, quaint villages, and majestic landscapes. Along the way, you'll have free time to enjoy lunch on your own. Once back in Killarney, the evening is at leisure for you to explore the town as you please.

Day 7Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - EnnisBid Killarney farewell and travel across the lovely Shannon River into County Clare. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most iconic sites. Walk along the rambling edge, soaking up unparalleled views and snapping incredible photos. Complete your day at the hotel in Ennis and feel the warmth of Irish hospitality. This evening, you may join an optional medieval banquet dinner hosted in a castle.

Killarney

Bid Killarney farewell and travel across the lovely Shannon River into County Clare. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most iconic sites. Walk along the rambling edge, soaking up unparalleled views and snapping incredible photos. Complete your day at the hotel in Ennis and feel the warmth of Irish hospitality. This evening, you may join an optional medieval banquet dinner hosted in a castle.

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