Dublin, Belfast and Titanic Belfast®

This morning, enjoy a panoramic city tour of Dublin, taking in the famous Georgian quarter with its colorful 18th-century doors, along with sights like the Houses of Parliament, O’Connell Street, Trinity College, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral from the comfort of the coach. After some free time to explore, we head north to Belfast.

Upon arrival, we’ll take a short tour of Belfast before visiting the Titanic Museum. Titanic Belfast® is a must-see, with a design inspired by the ship’s construction timeline and resembling the hulls of four ships.

We’ll then continue to our overnight hotel in the Belfast area.

Giant’s Causeway and Derry

Today, we journey along the scenic Antrim Coast to the iconic Giant’s Causeway, a natural wonder shrouded in legend, where it’s said that the giant Finn McCool created the remarkable formations. At the interpretation centre, an audio-visual show explains the geological history and myths behind these “steps.”

Next, we head to Derry, Northern Ireland’s second city, known for its rich history and vibrant peace efforts. As Ireland’s only completely walled city, Derry has over 1,450 years of history, and from the walls, you’ll see murals depicting key moments in the city’s more recent past.

We then continue to County Donegal for our overnight stay.

Donegal and Slieve League Cliffs

Discover County Donegal, Ireland’s northernmost county, often referred to as ‘Ireland’s Alaska’ for its rugged beauty and diverse landscapes, including dark, towering mountains.

We’ll visit the Slieve League Cliffs, some of the highest sea cliffs in Europe, where you can experience a dramatic 609-meter (1,998 ft) drop into the swirling Atlantic Ocean below.

We then continue to our overnight stay in the County Mayo area.

Connemara, Killary Fjord Cruise and Galway

This morning, we tour the scenic Connemara region in County Galway, known for its patchwork landscapes of green fields, stone walls, thatched cottages, and charming fishing ports.

We then travel along the shores of Killary Fjord, which separates County Galway and County Mayo, before embarking on a cruise to experience the fjord’s beauty from the water, complete with lunch on board.

Back on land, we continue to Galway for a walking tour of this lively city, followed by free time to explore.

We then head to our hotel in the Galway area for a two-night stay.

Aran Islands

Today, we travel to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands, home to around 800 residents who primarily speak Irish. The island is rich in scenic beauty and historical monuments, including Dun Aonghasa, an Iron Age fort dramatically situated on a 100-meter-high cliff. Inishmore’s rugged landscape, filled with diverse flora and fauna, offers a unique and stunning experience for visitors.

Burren and Cliffs of Moher

A day of stunning scenery awaits! We begin by traveling through the unique landscape of the Burren, before arriving at the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland’s most iconic cliffs. Plunging steeply into the ocean, they’re home to hundreds of seabirds, with views of the Aran Islands and, on clear days, the Connemara mountains in the distance.

We then continue to County Kerry for a three-night stay, where we’ll also enjoy a traditional Irish show of music and dance.

Dingle Peninsula

Today, we explore the stunning Dingle Peninsula, famous for its scenic coastal road offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The route takes us past beautiful beaches like Inch, the lively fishing port of Dingle, and the dramatic headland of Slea Head, the westernmost point of Europe.

Ring of Kerry, Sneem and Traditional Sheep Dog Demonstration

A true highlight of our trip, the Ring of Kerry offers breathtaking views over the Atlantic Ocean, where the rugged coastline meets lush, diverse vegetation nourished by the Gulf Stream.

We stop at Sneem, a charming village known for its colourful houses, once voted the prettiest village in Ireland, before heading to Kenmare for a traditional sheepdog demonstration.

Jaunting Car Tour of Killarney and Cork with Panoramic Tour

This morning, we embark on a traditional Jaunting Car Tour, stepping back in time to experience Ireland’s classic mode of transport as we explore Killarney’s most beautiful landmarks.

Next, we head to Cork for a panoramic tour, where we’ll see highlights like Saint Fin Barr’s Cathedral, Shandon Bells and Tower, St. Anne’s Church, and the English Market.

We then continue to our overnight stay in the Cork area.

Rock of Cashel

Enjoy some free time in Cork to explore at your own pace, before we visit the Rock of Cashel, one of Ireland’s most stunning landmarks. With its well-preserved ecclesiastical ruins, the Rock rises dramatically above the surrounding plain and has historically dominated the land route southward.

We then continue to our overnight stay in the County Wicklow area.

County Wicklow

This morning, we journey through the scenic County Wicklow, stopping in Avoca, famously known for ‘Ballykissangel’. In Avoca, you can visit the Lion Bridge, where the Avonmore and Avonbeg rivers meet, offering the view that inspired poet Tom Moore’s famous song, ‘The Meeting of the Waters’.

Next, we head to the beautiful Glendalough, a valley of two lakes, renowned for both its stunning scenery and historical significance.

We then continue to our overnight stay in the Dublin area.