Essential Ireland
Duration
13 Day(s)
Includes
Tours and Excursions
Board Basis
Bed and Breakfast
13 Day
Essential Ireland
From £ 199/pp
OVERVIEW
Including tours of Cork, Galway, Dublin and Belfast, this 12-night holiday to Ireland offers travellers at first-hand look at the many different facets of Irish history and culture. Enjoy a culinary tour of Galway, sip delicious local whiskies and beers in Bushmills and brush up on your history with a political walking tour in Belfast.
This tour can be enjoyed in two ways, either as a self drive itinerary, or taken with private transfers throughout.
Itinerary
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- Accommodation
- Tours and Excursions
- Meals as per itinerary
- Transport as per itinerary
Day: 1 | Arrival in Cork
You will be greeted by our representative on arrival
Upon arrival into the second largest city in Ireland, you’ll head to your chosen accommodation for a three-night stay.
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Day: 2 | Cork
A day of discovery with the Titanic Experience
In the morning, you’ll make your way to the harbour town of Cobh, formerly known as Queenstown. Here, visit the Titanic Experience and learn about the people f...
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Day: 3 | Cork
Proceed for a culinary tour in Kinsale
Today, begin with a visit to Kinsale, one of the most picturesque and historically rich towns on Ireland’s south west coast, where a local expert guide will ta...
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Day: 4 | Galway
Journey to Galway with stop-off at Blarney Castle
After checking out, you’ll continue north towards Galway, with a stop-off at Blarney Castle – a medieval fortress known for the Blarney Stone which, if kissed,...
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Day: 5 | Galway
Discover the markets, restaurants, and cafes of Galway
Led by an expert food guide, you’ll venture to some of Galway’s most esteemed culinary hangouts – stopping off at the famous Galway Market and several award-wi...
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Day: 6 | Galway
Coastal walk in Rossaveal with seafood meal
Today you’ll visit Connemara for a coastal walk and foraging tour in Rossaveal, the main port for the Aran Islands in Galway Bay. Learn about the area’s histor...
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Day: 7 | Dublin
Visit Kilkenny with Smithwick’s Ale experience
Check out and begin your journey across the beautiful Irish plains. Stop off at the medieval city of Kilkenny and its 12th century castle. Walk down...
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Day: 8 | Dublin
Sightseeing in the city centre with distillery tour
In the morning we enjoy a guided walking tour to some of the major must-sees of Dublin. Sights include Trinity College, Dublin Castle, St Stephen’s Green, Graf...
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Day: 9 | Dublin
Discover dreamy Dublin Bay and Howth fishing village
Head to the port via public transport and cruise through Dublin Bay to the coastal village of Howth in the north. Famous for its seafood, Howth boasts a number...
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Day: 10 | Dublin - Bushmills
Whiskey tasting and visit to Giant’s Causeway beaches
After checking out, cross the border into Northern Ireland and head to its northern coast.
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Day: 11 | Bushmills
Culinary tour with distillery visit in Bushmills
Located on the north coast, the village of Bushmills is home to a wealth of culinary experiences. Kick off with a visit to the French Rooms for brunch paired w...
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Day: 12 | Belfast
Political and historical walking tour in Belfast
Following breakfast in Bushmills, take your chosen mode of transport to Belfast for a political walking tour. It will provide an insight into the British/Irish...
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Day: 13 | Departure
Board the flight back home from Belfast
Check out of your hotel in Belfast after breakfast and make your own way to the airport for your departure flight home. We hope you’ve enjoyed your stay in Ire...
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