Book any of our wonderful self-drive vacation packages before the 15th of May 2024 to receive a 15% discount off your tour price!
This offer cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts or special event packages.
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This Best of Ireland Tour, our most popular tour, can be accessed using any of the Irish Airports and is an 8 night tour based on Ireland’s most famous sights including Trinity College and Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin, Powerscourt House & the Waterford Crystal exhibition in the South East, Blarney Castle and the Cobh Heritage Centre in Cork, Killarney and the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher and the ‘Burren Landscape’ of County Clare as well as the Aran Islands and Connemara in County Galway and Ireland's most visited attraction, the ancient Megalithic Tombs at Newgrange, just 45 minutes north of Dublin.
Depending on the airports used, the stopovers outlined below may vary in order but the same route will be covered.This tour will leave the traveller with a wonderful array of memories of the diverse scenery and cultural differences that they will encounter from one side of the country to the other. While the accents and dialects of the spoken word will vary greatly while journeying from County Dublin in the East of Ireland to the western counties of Cork, Kerry and Clare, the one unchanging constant will be the level of friendliness, humour & welcome that you receive throughout your travels.
While the suggested tour itinerary clearly outlines how you will be able to visit many of Ireland’s most historical locations and attractions, make sure to take time-out to get to know the local people and their culture.
On arrival at Dublin Airport meet with your experienced Irish driver/guide who will transfer you into Dublin city and for a panoramic tour of Ireland’s capital city including visits to Trinity College Library and the Book of Kells exhibition before enjoying some time shopping around the famous Grafton Street area. Following lunch (not included) you and your group will travel across the country to the vibrant city of Galway where, after a short panoramic tour, there will be some free time for independent sightseeing and shopping before checking into your hotel on the outskirts of the city. Overnight Galway, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast included.
Your bus tour today takes you to some of Ireland’s most famous scenic area including Connemara National Park and the marvellous Kylemore Abbey, once a castle but now home to the Benedictine Nuns of Ireland. There will also be a visit to the Connemara Marble Visitor Centre. Overnight Galway, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast included.
Check out of your hotel after breakfast and head south, stopping first at one of Ireland’s natural wonders, the Cliffs of Moher. The cliffs rise to over 700 feet along a five mile stretch of the Clare/Atlantic coastline and the views from the cliffs are just magnificent. The group continues then to one of Ireland’s most complete castles, the 15th century Bunratty Castle. Within the grounds of the castle is a reconstructed 19th century village that depicts life in those times. After the visit travel to what is considered as one of Ireland’s prettiest villages, Adare, before you continue to the popular town of Killarney. Overnight Killarney, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast included.
This morning after breakfast you will be collected by jaunting car (horse & carriage) and taken on a magical trip through Killarney National Park to Ross Castle, a 15th century stronghold built by one of the O’Donoghue Ross chieftains where your bus will take you on the 100 mile Ring of Kerry. During the tour you will travel through the colourful towns of Sneem, Waterville - one of Charlie Chaplin’s favourite spots - and enjoy the magnificent views from Molls Gap & Ladies View. On your return to Killarney there will be the opportunity to explore this town, hire a bike or just relax. Overnight Killarney, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast included.
Check out of your hotel after breakfast and commence your journey back to Dublin. Stop at Blarney Castle, famed for its Stone of Eloquence that is said to grant the Gift of the Gab to those that kiss it. There will be time to visit the Blarney Woollen Mills that stock many Irish made goods. Then continue to the iconic Rock of Cashel, a spectacular group of medieval buildings set on an outcrop of limestone in the Golden Vale including the 12th century round tower, High Cross and Romanesque Chapel, 13th century Gothic cathedral, 15th century Castle and the restored Hall of the Vicars Choral. This evening enjoy an Irish Night that includes a typical Irish dinner followed by a show of traditional Irish music, song and dance. Overnight Dublin, Bed & Breakfast included
After breakfast enjoys a morning bus tour of the city that will include visits to Christ Church Cathedral, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the famous Guinness Storehouse. The remainder of the day will be free for independent sightseeing, shopping and dining. Overnight Dublin, Bed & Breakfast included.
Book any of our wonderful self-drive vacation packages before the 15th of May 2024 to receive a 15% discount off your tour price!
This offer cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts or special event packages.
Below, you will find a price for this self drive tour including your car rental. Pricing for other accommodation and transport options is also available upon request. Please also note that all of our driving tours itineraries and sightseeing guides are available to those wishing to avail of one of our experienced driver guides.
Notes
Your Accommodation & Car Rental Package rate includes an Economy class car eg., Opel Corsa or Fiat Punto.
Included with your car is all compulsory insurances - Collision Damage Waiver insurance (CDW with an excess/deductible), theft protection insurance, location fee of €30, Road fund tax, sales tax at 13.5%, unlimited free mileage, third party liability insurance, 24 hour peace of mind break down cover.
Prices in other currencies are indicative only. Please note that we charge in Euro.
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