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Ireland in a Week

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Fully Guided Coach Group 18-30's Scenic
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 Trip Length
8 Days
 Trip Starts
Dublin
 Trip Finishes
Dublin
8 Day Ireland in a Week Itinerary (Contiki)
Countries Explored: Ireland, Northern Ireland
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US$1,645
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 Trip Length
8 Days
 Trip Starts
Dublin
 Trip Finishes
Dublin
8 Day Ireland in a Week Itinerary (Contiki)
Countries Explored: Ireland, Northern Ireland
Trip Operator
Trip Style
In-Depth Explorer
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2.5 - 3.5 Star
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51
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Fully Guided
Trip Code
BBIR
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In-Depth Explorer
Departures
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2.5 - 3.5 Star
Max. Group Size
51
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Fully Guided
Trip Code
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Overview

Read reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Contiki's 8 Day Ireland in a Week. Think you know about Ireland? Our 8-day trip offers the full Irish travel experience. Visiting historical Galway, gazing out from the Cliffs of Moher, puckering up for the Blarney stone and taste-testing Guinness come as standard; but exploring the sights of Kilkenny by bike & seeing the UNESCO World Heritage site of the jaw-dropping Giant’s Causeway? Well, now we’re talking.
Read reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Contiki's 8 Day Ireland in a Week. Think you know about Ireland? Our 8-day trip offers the full Irish travel experience. Visiting historical Galway, gazing out from the Cliffs of Moher, puckering up for the Blarney stone and taste-testing Guinness come as standard; but exploring the sights of Kilkenny by bike & seeing the UNESCO World Heritage site of the jaw-dropping Giant’s Causeway? Well, now we’re talking.

Itinerary

Céad míle fáilte, meaning one hundred thousand welcomes, is what you get in this city packed with heritage, character, and more cute pubs than you could crawl in a week. Meet up with your Trip Manager this afternoon, then meet your new travel squad for dinner and then end the day with a lively night of festivities at the cobbled lanes of Temple Bar. Guinness, anyone? (D) Stay: Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar)

That's us done with Dublin…for now. But fear not Dub-lovers, we'll get another taste of this fine place before our trip comes to an end. Break up your coach hangs with some bicycle time in a city sure to leave you wanting Irish in your blood. Explore the castle, a cathedral and take in all of the medieval charm that Kilkenny has to offer before we hit the road again.

Welcome to Clonmel! But not before the chance to sample some of Ireland's famous whiskey at the Jameson's Distillery in Midleton. After we arrive in the evening, we'll tuck into an included dinner and then head off into town together to explore. (B/D) Stay: Talbot Hotel Clonmel (or similar)

Clonmel, it's been fun, but we have to leave you now. Next up, we're off to an Irish city that was propelled into the pop culture stratosphere by none other than Ed Sheeran. Anyone wanna guess where? Irish folklore tells us there's a chunk of limestone built into a castle that grants its kissers the gift of the gab. Pucker up kids, we're paying her a visit! Whether heights are your cup of Irish Breakfast or not, these impressive cliff faces are not to be missed!

From the moment we arrive in Galway, you'll understand why 2 nights were needed here. Everything you've dreamed Ireland to be is tucked into this small, atmospheric city. Step into a local pub and down Irish stew over live music and chats with locals. Outside will be just as lively, with buskers & colourful buildings lining the streets. (B) Stay: Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar)

Try your tongue at some Gaelic and carry on exploring gorgeous Galway. Head up to Dún Aonghasa (the ruins of a prehistoric fortress) - make sure you take photos, this area is not for the faint-hearted! Irish life, you so sweet. (B/D)

Goodbye Galway, hello more Irish eye-candy. Here the 17th century walls stand at 8 metres high speaking of times gone by when this area was in battle. Times may have changed, but we're still keen to soak up the history and learn a thing or two from our wise Local Guide. (B) Stay: Holiday Inn Express Derry (or similar)

Today we've got a one way ticket to Belfast and a whole lot more exploration to do. UNESCO World Heritage site of the Giant's Causeway - also known as those giant rock columns you've probably drooled over on Pinterest, needs to be seen to be believed. Get those hashtags ready, a snap with the group is essential on the mind-blowing natural formation.

Next up - we'll arrive in Belfast. Concluding the day will be a driving tour and a trip to the Titanic museum where the world's most famous ship was built. (B) Stay: Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre (or similar)

With one night left in Ireland and on tour, we're on the fast track to Dublin where our Irish fairytale first began. A promise is a promise. Here we are back in the city that started our Ireland infatuations. Use this second stint to do your missed critical activities such as visiting the Guinness Storehouse where you can learn how to pull a pint the Irish way.

Tonight you can choose to end your week in Ireland at a Free Time Add-On farewell dinner. (B) Stay: Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar)

We leave Ireland today with leprechauns in our hearts and memories in our souls. Say goodbye at breakfast as it will be the last bite our crew has together. (B)

Céad míle fáilte, meaning one hundred thousand welcomes, is what you get in this city packed with heritage, character, and more cute pubs than you could crawl in a week. Meet up with your Trip Manager this afternoon, then meet your new travel squad for dinner and then end the day with a lively night of festivities at the cobbled lanes of Temple Bar. Guinness, anyone? (D) Stay: Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar)

That's us done with Dublin…for now. But fear not Dub-lovers, we'll get another taste of this fine place before our trip comes to an end. Break up your coach hangs with some bicycle time in a city sure to leave you wanting Irish in your blood. Explore the castle, a cathedral and take in all of the medieval charm that Kilkenny has to offer before we hit the road again.

Welcome to Clonmel! But not before the chance to sample some of Ireland's famous whiskey at the Jameson's Distillery in Midleton. After we arrive in the evening, we'll tuck into an included dinner and then head off into town together to explore. (B/D) Stay: Talbot Hotel Clonmel (or similar)

Clonmel, it's been fun, but we have to leave you now. Next up, we're off to an Irish city that was propelled into the pop culture stratosphere by none other than Ed Sheeran. Anyone wanna guess where? Irish folklore tells us there's a chunk of limestone built into a castle that grants its kissers the gift of the gab. Pucker up kids, we're paying her a visit! Whether heights are your cup of Irish Breakfast or not, these impressive cliff faces are not to be missed!

From the moment we arrive in Galway, you'll understand why 2 nights were needed here. Everything you've dreamed Ireland to be is tucked into this small, atmospheric city. Step into a local pub and down Irish stew over live music and chats with locals. Outside will be just as lively, with buskers & colourful buildings lining the streets. (B) Stay: Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar)

Try your tongue at some Gaelic and carry on exploring gorgeous Galway. Head up to Dún Aonghasa (the ruins of a prehistoric fortress) - make sure you take photos, this area is not for the faint-hearted! Irish life, you so sweet. (B/D)

Goodbye Galway, hello more Irish eye-candy. Here the 17th century walls stand at 8 metres high speaking of times gone by when this area was in battle. Times may have changed, but we're still keen to soak up the history and learn a thing or two from our wise Local Guide. (B) Stay: Holiday Inn Express Derry (or similar)

Today we've got a one way ticket to Belfast and a whole lot more exploration to do. UNESCO World Heritage site of the Giant's Causeway - also known as those giant rock columns you've probably drooled over on Pinterest, needs to be seen to be believed. Get those hashtags ready, a snap with the group is essential on the mind-blowing natural formation.

Next up - we'll arrive in Belfast. Concluding the day will be a driving tour and a trip to the Titanic museum where the world's most famous ship was built. (B) Stay: Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre (or similar)

With one night left in Ireland and on tour, we're on the fast track to Dublin where our Irish fairytale first began. A promise is a promise. Here we are back in the city that started our Ireland infatuations. Use this second stint to do your missed critical activities such as visiting the Guinness Storehouse where you can learn how to pull a pint the Irish way.

Tonight you can choose to end your week in Ireland at a Free Time Add-On farewell dinner. (B) Stay: Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar)

We leave Ireland today with leprechauns in our hearts and memories in our souls. Say goodbye at breakfast as it will be the last bite our crew has together. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Visit Blarney Castle - Your chance to kiss the Blarney Stone and get the ‘gift of the gab'. And to visit the medieval Irish castle.
  • See the iconic Cliffs of Moher - These rugged, photogenic cliffs have been the star of many films, including a Harry Potter one.
  • Get to Know Galway - Tread the cobbles of this well-loved Irish city with your new Contiki crew. See Lynch's Castle, Eyre Square and all the best pubs.
  • See the City Walls - One for the history fans. Take a look around Ireland's only walled city, built in the 17th Century.
  • See Giant's Causeway - Sure, rock formations may sound a bit dull on paper, but this quirky natural wonder has to be seen to be believed.
  • Tour Belfast - Hang with a local guide to see all the landmarks and learn about the city's checkered history.

  • 7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners

  • 7 nights in Hotels

  • Expert Trip Manager, Driver Team, Local Guides

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

  • Visit Blarney Castle - Your chance to kiss the Blarney Stone and get the ‘gift of the gab'. And to visit the medieval Irish castle.
  • See the iconic Cliffs of Moher - These rugged, photogenic cliffs have been the star of many films, including a Harry Potter one.
  • Get to Know Galway - Tread the cobbles of this well-loved Irish city with your new Contiki crew. See Lynch's Castle, Eyre Square and all the best pubs.
  • See the City Walls - One for the history fans. Take a look around Ireland's only walled city, built in the 17th Century.
  • See Giant's Causeway - Sure, rock formations may sound a bit dull on paper, but this quirky natural wonder has to be seen to be believed.
  • Tour Belfast - Hang with a local guide to see all the landmarks and learn about the city's checkered history.

  • 7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners

  • 7 nights in Hotels

  • Expert Trip Manager, Driver Team, Local Guides

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

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The experiences that we're walking away with are really invaluable and will be treasured for a lifetime. We're feeling blessed to have been able to go and to share our trip with such wonderful guides and group mates. Cheers, and until next time!
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