A Week In... Ireland
Overview
Stay in three of Ireland's finest hotels, renowned for setting, service and warm Irish hospitality, close to everywhere you'll want to be. From the country house luxuries of Sheen Falls Lodge to the seaside superlatives of The Hawthorn by Galway Bay and the award-winning accommodations at Dublin's read more Westbury Hotel, you'll be immersed in the cultural treasures Ireland is known for. Discover why picturesque Kenmare is a favorite destination for the locals on a choice of activities that include a round of golf, a chocolate making workshop or a foodie tour of its culinary artisan shops. Avoid the crowds on the Slea Head Drive, do Dingle as you like, and view the Cliffs of Moher by land and sea. Galway entices with sea stories and tastings; whisky rules in Kilbeggan and Dublin's Howth Castle teaches you to cook like the locals do.
Itinerary
Tour begins: 6:00 PM, Sheen Falls Lodge. A transfer is included from Shannon Airport to Sheen Falls Lodge, nestled between Kenmare Bay and the Sheen River on 300 emerald green acres. One of Ireland's finest country houses, it was originally a 17th-century fishing and hunting lodge. Guest rooms here are individually decorated with unique design features, luxury amenities, and nature-filled views. Join us for a welcome dinner tonight that showcases an authentic taste of warm Irish hospitality. Please note: Airline schedules and arrival airport details may fluctuate; ask at time of booking.
The sport of kings, falconry has been practiced in Ireland for over 4,000 years, with some of the earliest historical references dating back to the 7th-century Kings of Tara. Today, it is recognized as a part of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage. Join a falconer as he shares insights about the trained birds of prey you'll meet, enjoying a hands-on experience unlike any other.
Then it's your choice of activities. Play a round of golf at the magnificent Ring of Kerry Golf Course, set amidst tree-lined fairways and sweeping grounds, with stunning views of the mountains and Kenmare Bay. Indulge your sweet tooth at a chocolate-making workshop. Or, stroll the streets of Kenmare with a local guide, stopping for a taste of local specialties. After lunch, spend the rest of the day exploring Kenmare as you wish.
Discover a glimpse of Celtic Ireland today as you travel along the Wild Atlantic Way and the head-turning Slea Head Drive, one of Ireland's most scenic routes. Journey past historic sites, beehive huts, Irish-speaking villages, and famous Hollywood film locations, enjoying stunning views of the western end of the Dingle Peninsula and the Blasket Islands. A visit to the Blasket Centre tells the remarkable story of island life and the literary legacy the hardy islanders left behind through fascinating exhibits and filmed narratives. Continue to the colorful fishing village of Dingle for lunch, before returning to Kenmare.
Board a ferry this morning for a boat ride to Kilimer and a drive to the Cliffs of Moher. Towering 700 feet for nine miles over the rugged West Clare coastline, the Cliffs of Moher are a breathtaking sight to see, and an ageless way to embrace the legends and history of Ireland. Enjoy free time to explore and take in the staggering heights from O'Brien's Tower and along the pathways. On a clear day you can see across to the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, and the mountains of Connemara.
Stop for lunch and view the rocky landscapes of the Burren en route to Galway, where your hotel is nestled along the serene shores of Galway Bay in Renvyle village, just a short drive from Galway City. A local storyteller entertains before dinner tonight at your hotel.
Famous for traditional Irish folk music, Galway is a cozy harbor city on Ireland's west coast, with an artistic cultural vibe, a city-center university, and pubs that serve up a song with every pint. Join a local guide for a walking tour that includes tastings of culinary specialties, and spend time at leisure exploring as you wish.
Start your day with an immersive tour and whisky tasting at Kilbeggan Whisky Distillery, Ireland's oldest continuously licensed distillery, with a story dating back to 1757. After a traditional lunch, drive on to Ireland's capital city for a two-night stay at The Westbury, voted No. 1 hotel in Ireland in Condé Nast Traveler's 2025 Readers' Choice Awards and No. 1 hotel in Dublin in Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards 2025. Explore the city on a locally guided sightseeing tour, before time at leisure.
See one of Ireland's finest national treasures today on a walking tour that reveals hidden gems of Trinity College Dublin, founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I and renowned as Ireland's oldest and most prestigious university. Venture into the Long Room of the Old Library to view the iconic Book of Kells, a handwritten masterpiece of medieval art that dates back to the 9th century.
Spend the afternoon exploring Dublin as you wish, before joining us for a private culinary experience at Howth Castle; enjoy cocktails and a private tour with a historian who shares unique insights about the legends that live on here. Under the guidance of castle chefs, participate in a hands-on cooking workshop creating tonight's farewell dinner, which will be served in the castle's private dining room.
Tour ends: Dublin. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from TheWestbury to Dublin Airport; allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in.
Trip Inclusions
- Ride a ferry bound for a visit to the towering Cliffs of Moher, viewing the 700+-foot-high cliffs from the water and the land above
- Enjoy a hands-on falconry lesson, and a choice of a round of golf, chocolate making or a food tour of Kenmare during three nights at Sheen Falls Lodge
- Experience a special farewell at Howth Castle in Dublin, featuring a chef-hosted cooking class and dinner in the castle's private dining room
- A scenic drive on Slea Head Peninsula to the Blasket Centre
- A tasting tour in Galway
- Whisky tasting at Kilbeggan Whisky Distillery
- Book of Kells visit
- Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
- Service charges, gratuities to local guides, admission fees, taxes and porterage
- 15 included meals (7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners)
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
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