June 15-24, 2024 with Stephen
If you’re looking for leprechauns– wrong tour! If you are for looking rolling green hills, creaky castles, and a pint in a pub with some “craic” and spontaneous singing, well, you may have found your pot of gold. Our Ireland tour is just the ticket for an authentic slice of the Emerald Isle, with a little mischief included.
We will start in Dublin with a pint, swing through the south and linger in Dingle, then sweep north to Galway and the impressive Cliffs of Moher, finishing in the northern capital of Belfast.
Ireland is a special place for Sarah. Her dad, Ray, was born in the north of Ireland, and the Murdoch family still lives on the outskirts of Belfast. Along with her fantastic colleague and expert guide, Stephen McPhilemy, she’s crafted a tour that gets to the soul of a country that has shaped every adventure since her first trip to Ireland in 1985. We hope you’ll come along and go home with a jig in your step.
This itinerary is subject to improvement. Communication with hotel information will be sent after the final payment is received.
View the Tour Diary from our first Ireland tour for more photos and descriptions!
Day One
Overnight: Dublin
Welcome to Ireland! We will begin with a welcome meeting at our Dublin hotel. After our meeting, we take a walking tour of historic Dublin, ending at the Guiness Brewery. Finish the evening with dinner together so that we can get to know our fellow travelers.
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Day Two
Overnight: Killarney
After a good night’s rest, we will transfer to Killarney, stopping along the way to see the Rock of Cashel. On arrival in Killarney, we will have a walking tour of the city. The evening will be free to explore and have dinner on our own.
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Day Three
Overnight: Dingle
Today you are welcome to sleep in and have a relaxing morning before we drive to Dingle on the wild Atlantic coast of Ireland. Our local guide will take us on a walking tour of historic Dingle. This evening, gather together for a good, old-fashioned pub crawl!
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Day Four
Overnight: Dingle
There is a lot to enjoy on the Dingle Peninsula – this morning, we will drive along the coast to take in the mesmerizing scenic beauty, including Slea Head Drive. Afterwards, a tour of the Dingle crystal workshop, and then a visit of the falconry exhibition.
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Day Five
Overnight: Dingle
Today is a free day and there are several options- arrange a visit to the Blasket Island Centre, beehive forts, and other historic sites. This evening join back together with your group to taste the best of Western Ireland! First, we will learn about the production of Irish Whiskey and sample some of the final products. This will be followed by dinner made with ingredients sourced from the local area. Once we have satisfied our bellies, we’ll enjoy traditional Irish pub life full of live music and craic.
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Day Six
Overnight: Galway
This morning we say goodbye to Dingle. On our drive, we will explore the unique limestone-landscape of the Burren before we visit the blockbuster attraction of the Wild Atlantic Way – the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. Tonight we will arrive in Galway – the cultural heart of Ireland. Walking tour of Galway with your guide before relaxing in your hotel.
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Day Seven
Overnight: Galway
Today we’ll take a day trip to Connemara to explore some of the nearby natural beauty and culture of Western Ireland. This will include seeing the magical village called Cong. Cong Abbey, a fascinating, historic, ruined monastery is where the film The Quiet Man was filmed. On our return to Galway, there will be free time to enjoy the bustling streets, food, and music scene.
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Day Eight
Overnight: Derry
We depart Galway today and explore the rugged North-west as we journey to historic Derry. Along the way, we will take a lunch break in Donegal, Ireland’s tweed capitol. Don’t forget to shop for some traditional tweed caps, while you explore! After we arrive at our hotel, enjoy a walking tour of the historic 16th century walled city of Derry, the only city of Ireland whose walls remain.
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Day Nine
Overnight: Belfast
We will continue our visit to the North Coast, including the world-famous Giants Causeway and Dunluce Castle. After we arrive in Belfast, we will enjoy a walking tour of the city followed by the Titanic Exhibition. Tonight is our final dinner together.
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Day Ten
Belfast End of Tour
Tour over after breakfast in Belfast
Your guides will help arrange transportation to the Belfast airport or back to Dublin
Price: $4800 (Air not included) per person for a double occupancy room. Single Supplement is $900. We welcome singles and if you do not have a travel partner, please sign up for a single spot. In the event that a roommate is found, your booking can be changed to a double before final payment is due.
What’s included: 10 breakfasts, about half the lunches and dinners, and 9 nights lodging in a clean, comfortable, and centrally located hotel. All admissions and fees for group activities. Transport within the tour and private guides, tips included.
Deposit Policy: A non-refundable deposit of $600 per person is due upon booking.
Tour begins in Dublin (DUB) and ends in Belfast (BFS).
If you have additional questions please email us at: info@adventureswithsarah.net