Overview
Itinerary
Depart from your hotel at 2:00 PM for a panoramic tour of Dublin. Visit Pearse Lyons Distillery, the city's only independent, family-owned distillery, in the former St James's Church in the historic Liberties district. Taste the whiskey and hear tales dating back to the 12th century as you tour this lovingly restored church. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group before enjoying an evening free to dine as you wish.
Visit the breathtaking Powerscourt Estate in County Wicklow, to explore the stunning gardens and discover the art of traditional whiskey-making at the Powerscourt Distillery, famous for its award-winning Fercullen Irish whiskeys. Enjoy a traditional Irish dinner with a lively show at Taylors Three Rock pub.
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.
Head west to the bustling, friendly town of Killarney, where you'll take a horse-drawn jaunting car to Ross Castle. Enjoy free time to explore the town and have an independent lunch. Depart for Dingle; along the way stop in Moriarty's in the Gap of Dunloe, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner. Dine in your hotel this evening.
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. These islands were a lively outpost of the Irish language before being abandoned in 1954, and their legacy lives on. 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.
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.
Your tour ends 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: 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.
- 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 hot 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.
Operator
Our outstanding local tour directors are ready to share their knowledge, stories, passion for their home places - they are our greatest assets. Many of our tours spend 2 nights in each location, and our flexible itineraries include a great balance of escorted and free time. We include full breakfasts, most dinners and some evening entertainment. No one has to worry about paying for optional extras on the trip. It’s all included, no hidden extras.
We know how much these trips mean to you and we want to ensure that this is a trip you will treasure forever.
Each of our holidays are stress-free, with no surprise hidden fees, and plenty of fun for all ages. Read more
CIE Tours could not exist without our great locally employed tour directors - they are the envy of the travel industry. Read more
CIE Tours uses three classes of hotels – first class, superior first class & deluxe properties. Read more
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