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Best of Ireland: Dublin, Kerry & Galway
A 10-day guided Ireland journey from Dublin through Kilkenny, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Sligo.
Ireland
Guided / Escorted
Moderate
Culture
Length10 days / 9 nights
FormatEscorted group tour
ActivityBalanced
Route
Dublin • Kilkenny • Killarney • Limerick • Galway • Sligo • Dublin
Why This Trip Stands Out
This is a classic first-time Ireland itinerary with a lot of the places travelers picture when they start planning the country: Dublin, Blarney, the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara. The logistics are handled by an escorted tour, while the route still includes local food, history and countryside experiences.
- Dublin sightseeing and Irish emigration history.
- Blarney Castle, Killarney and the scenic Ring of Kerry.
- Bunratty, the Cliffs of Moher and Galway.
- Connemara and Kylemore Abbey.
- Local experiences including a farmhouse lunch before returning to Dublin.
Sample Itinerary
Days 1–2 | Dublin, Wicklow & Waterford
Begin in Dublin, then travel south through Wicklow and New Ross toward Waterford and Kilkenny with guided sightseeing and historic stops along the way.
Days 3–4 | Blarney, Killarney & the Ring of Kerry
Continue through Blarney to Killarney, then spend a day exploring the landscapes and coastal scenery of the Ring of Kerry.
Days 5–7 | Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway & Connemara
Travel via Adare and Limerick to Bunratty, then continue to the Cliffs of Moher and Galway. Explore Connemara and visit Kylemore Abbey before heading north.
Days 8–10 | Sligo & Dublin
Enjoy a local farmhouse experience en route to Sligo, then return to Dublin for the final night before departure.
What You Get
What’s Included
- 9 nights of accommodation
- 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners
- Travel Director and professional driver
- Air-conditioned motorcoach transportation
- Guided sightseeing and included visits throughout Ireland
- Ring of Kerry and Cliffs of Moher touring
- Connemara and Kylemore Abbey
- Porterage and applicable included tour taxes/tips
Your Stay
Where You’ll Stay
Nine hotel nights are included. Exact properties can vary by departure and may be substituted with similar accommodations.
Getting Around
Transportation
Transportation between included destinations is primarily by air-conditioned motorcoach with a professional driver.
Food & Dining
Meals & Dining
Nine breakfasts, one lunch and four dinners are included, including local dining and hosted experiences during the itinerary.
More to Add
Optional Experiences
Additional optional experiences are offered on many departures and can be selected based on your interests and schedule.
Stay a Little Longer
Extensions Available
Extra nights can be added in Dublin before or after the escorted tour, subject to availability.
Make It Yours
Ways to Customize It
The escorted itinerary follows fixed departures, but I can coordinate airfare and additional hotel nights around the tour.
Group Details
How the Group Works
This is a traditional escorted group tour led by a Travel Director with a professional driver.
A Good Match?
Who This Trip Is Best For
Travelers who want Ireland’s best-known highlights on a traditional escorted tour with transportation, hotels, sightseeing and many meals organized in advance.
Before You Choose It
A Few Things to Know
This is an escorted itinerary with an active sightseeing schedule. Optional experiences can cost extra. Exact hotels and daily timing may vary by departure, and promotional pricing applies only to eligible departures while the offer is available.
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