Ireland Self Drive Tours | 12 Night Irish Pub and Folk Tour

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12 Night Ireland Self Drive Tour Featuring Ireland's Best Pub Locations

Irish pubs are known throughout the world for the friendliness and warmth of their hospitality and also for being the meeting place for like minded souls who find themselves in search of quality conversation, humour, music and food. Of course, let’s not forget that your typical Irish publican has also been known to occasionally provide the odd drink or two.

While the Irish pub is indeed a focal point for so much of the Irish social scene, there are a number of locations that simply seem to have more than their fair share of excellent watering holes. To this end, the Irish Pub & Folk Tour takes you to towns that offer numerous great pubs renowned for their atmosphere, food and superb traditional music.

As you travel between these towns in the east, south and west of Ireland, you will also have the opportunity to see some of the most beautiful & picturesque landscapes that Ireland has to offer. Combine that with the history of the regions that you are passing through and you have the makings of an unforgettable vacation.

This tour will provide you with a real insight into both the country of Ireland and its people and their way of life.

What's included

Accommodation in rooms with Private Bathroom Facilities
Full Irish Breakfast Each Morning
Rental Car or Chauffeur Driven Car
24/7 Local Telephone Support During Your Trip
Our Renowned Customized Sightseeing Guide
Unlimited Services of Experienced Ireland Based Travel Planner
Map of Ireland

Ring of Kerry
Beara Peninsula
Garnish Island
Cork
Killarney National Park

See Itinerary

Kilkenny for 2 Nights
Kinsale County Cork for 2 Nights
Killarney County Kerry for 3 Nights
County Clare for 1 Night
Galway for 2 Nights
Dublin for 2 Nights

Superior & First Class Hotels
4-Star Country Manor Houses
4 & 5 Star Irish Castles
Handpicked B&B's with private facilities
Any Combination of the above

Arrive at Rosslare Harbour and make your way along the south coast to Ireland’s second city, Cork. After checking into your hotel, enjoy a welcome dinner. Overnight Cork DBB Distance approx. 200 km/125 miles; Driving Time approx. 2 hours 45 minutes

After breakfast drive around cork’s equivalent to the Ring of Kerry, the Beara Peninsula. Steeped in myths and legend, the mountains and valleys of the Beara Peninsula are rich in archaeological sites, scenic lakes cradled by beautiful mountains and a rugged coastline. Stops on the way could include the only cable car in Ireland that links Dursey Island with the mainland or garnish Island, renowned world-wide for its Italian gardens. Distance approx. 280 km/174 miles; Driving time approx. 4 hours 45 minutes

Today you will discover the wonderful scenery of Killarney as you drive around the famous Ring of Kerry. The road winds between the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Ireland's highest mountains, and the varied Atlantic coast. You will be amazed at the breathtaking views and you will stop for photos at the most dramatic scenes. Drive through the remote villages of Cahersiveen and Waterville (one of Charlie Chaplin’s favourite places), pass through the colourful village of Sneem and pause at Moll's Gap to view the Three Lakes of Killarney. Enjoy some free time in Killarney or stroll through Killarney National Park before returning to your hotel. Overnight Cork BB Distance approx. 330 km/205 miles; Driving time approx. 5 hours

After your final Irish breakfast check out of your hotel and make your way back to Rosslare for your return ferry. Distance approx. 200 km/125 miles; Driving Time approx. 2 hours 45 minutes

Ring of Kerry

Admire breathtaking vistas of mountains, cliffs and beaches on Ireland’s most popular drive, the 100-mile Ring of Kerry.

Beara Peninsula

The Beara Peninsula is steeped in myths and legends. The mountains and valleys are rich in archaeological sites such as stone circles, wedge graves and other relics from the past...

Garnish Island

Garinish Island is renowned for its richness of plant form and colour, changing continuously with the seasons. The island has 37 acres of gardens and is renowned for rich plant f...

Cork

Cork is the second largest city in Ireland. Sophisticated, vibrant and diverse while still retaining its friendliness, relaxed charm and quickfire wit, Cork buzzes with the energ...

Killarney National Park

Killarney National Park is located beside the town of Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland. It was the first national park established in Ireland, created when Muckross Estate was do...

Tour Prices

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.

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Notes

Please note prices are per person based on 2 persons in each room with full Irish breakfast and taxes included.
The Combination package includes 6 Nights in 3*** Hotels, 4 nights in Luxury Manor House Hotels & 2 Nights in our hand-picked B&B's.
Children Sharing with 2 adults (aged 2-11) pay 40% of the Adult option.
Children under the age of 2 are free when sharing with 2 Adults.
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.