Overview
Itinerary
Depart from your hotel at 2:00 PM for a panoramic tour of the city and visit to Dublin Castle. Learn about the pivotal role of the Castle in Irish history since it began as a medieval fortress, and see the lavish State Apartments – once the residence of English viceroys, and today the site of presidential inaugurations. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group before enjoying an evening free to dine as you wish.
Tour Dublin independently on a Hop-On, Hop-Off bus. Plus choose a visit to one of Dublin's top attractions – Guinness Storehouse, Teeling Distillery, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Jameson Distillery Bow St. Experience, or GPO Museum. Join your group in the evening for a dinner of Irish specialties and a lively show at Taylors Three Rock Pub. (B/D)
Travel to Blarney Castle; climb the winding staircase to kiss its famous stone or enjoy the gardens. Go to Kinsale, a picturesque old fishing town known for art galleries and gourmet food. Join a local guide for a fascinating walk around its historic streets, once besieged by the Spanish Armada, before dinner at your hotel. (B/D)
Head west to the bustling, friendly town of Killarney, where you will have free time to explore. Next, visit Moriarty's in the Gap of Dunloe, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner.
Continue on to Dingle, where you will dine at your hotel. (B/D)
Set out on the Slea Head Loop, one of Ireland's most beautiful drives, through scenic ocean and mountain vistas. Visit the Blasket Centre in Dunquin to learn about the Blasket Islands, visible off the coast. Abandoned in 1954, they were once a lively outpost of traditional culture and language. Return to Dingle and visit Murphy's Ice Cream; taste their distinctive flavors like Irish Orange Marmalade, Brown Bread, and Dingle Gin. Take the rest of the day to wander and dine as you wish in this quaint seaside town. (B)
Visit the Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum, which recalls how a small village became one of the world's greatest hubs for air travel in the 1930s and 1940s. Drive to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean.
In the evening, visit a castle for a medieval-style banquet with traditional songs and stories. (B/D)
Your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Taylors Three Rock Pub: Visit Taylor's 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./p>
- Blarney Castle: Embark on an extraordinary journey at Blarney Castle and unlock the power of the legendary Blarney Stone.
- Cliffs of Moher: Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring majesty of the Cliffs of Moher, a natural wonder that will leave you speechless.
- Dublin Castle: Discover the rich history and architectural splendor of Dublin Castle, an iconic symbol of Ireland's past and present.
- Medeival Castle Banquet: Step back in time and indulge in a medieval feast at Bunratty Castle, where ancient traditions and culinary delights come to life in a truly unforgettable experience.
- 6 Breakfasts (B) and 4 Dinners (D)
- The Gibson Hotel (4 Stars)
- Kinsale Hotel & Spa (4 Stars)
- Dingle Skellig Hotel (4 Stars)
- Treacys Oakwood Hotel (3 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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