Best of Ireland South (Tour C)
Overview
Itinerary
Explore Dublin independently onboard the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour and see this vibrant city of Georgian squares, bustling pubs, and the River Liffey. Choose a visit to one of Dublin's top attractions using your voucher: the Guinness Storehouse, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Jameson Distillery Bow St. Experience, or the GPO Museum. You are free to explore the restaurants and pubs of the city center, or return to your hotel, for independent dining as you wish.
Depart from your hotel at 2:00 PM for a panoramic tour of Dublin city center. Visit the award-winning Teeling Distillery in the heart of the historic Liberties. When it opened in 2015, it was Dublin's first distillery to open in 125 years. Return to your hotel for a welcome drink and then visit Taylors Three Rock for dinner and an evening of Irish music and dance.
Relax and enjoy the farmlands of the picturesque midlands. Savor farm life as you visit a traditional farm; enjoy homemade scones with tea, and watch trained dogs show off their skills by herding sheep. Visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence” or explore the tranquil gardens. Travel through Macroom and into County Kerry where the scenery becomes more mountainous. Arrive in charming Killarney, where you'll dine in your hotel.
Take a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car through the Killarney National Park to Ross Castle. See the highlights of the Ring of Kerry, Ireland's most famous coastal drive, and travel on to the charming town of Kenmare for some independent time. Visit Moriarty's in the Gap of Dunloe, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner. Enjoy an evening of traditional Irish entertainment with dinner at Quill's Farmhouse at Muckross Traditional Farms.
Discover the spectacular vistas of the Dingle Peninsula and its rugged coastline. See scenic Slea Head before going to the friendly town of Dingle for some free time. Depart Dingle, take a ferry across the Shannon Estuary, and arrive at your hotel in County Clare.
This evening, dine at a medieval-style feast, where lords and ladies will serenade you with songs and music from days of yore.
Your tour ends in Shannon after breakfast.
Trip Inclusions
- Taylors Three Rock Pub: Visit Taylors Three Rock in Dublin for an unforgettable evening of lively traditional Irish music, spirited dancing, and a welcoming atmosphere that embodies the true essence of Irish hospitality.
- Blarney Castle: Kiss the legendary Blarney Stone in a centuries-old castle to earn the gift of gab.
- Dingle Peninsula: Enjoy the gorgeous views of mountains, sandy shores and rocky cliffs on the peninsula.
- Jaunting Car Ride in Killarney: Enjoy the beautiful parkland and views of Ross Castle on a leisurely horse-drawn carriage ride.
- Medieval Castle Banquet: Feast like a lord or lady of old in a genuine medieval castle, enjoying delicious food and music in a fun atmosphere.
- Sheepdog Demonstration: See authentic Irish farm life and watch the hardest working dogs in Ireland guard their herd.
- Muckross Schoolhouse: Step back in time at this replica schoolhouse for a fun lesson in the Irish language, followed by traditional entertainment over dinner.
- 5 hot breakfasts (B) and 4 dinners (D)
- Talbot Hotel Stillorgan (4 Stars)
- Scotts Hotel (4 Stars)
- Bunratty Castle Hotel (4 Stars)
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
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CIE Ireland & Britain (2027)
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