Day 1 DUBLIN HIGHLIGHTS
Your driver will meet you at Dublin Airport. Start with an introductory tour around Dublin to see the main thoroughfares of O’Connell and Nassau Streets, and some lovely public parks. Check into your hotel overlooking Dublin Bay.Day 2 MIDLANDS & GALWAY
Travel west through the heart of the Irish countryside to visit historic sites including Trim Castle and Clonmacnoise. Explore the vibrant city of Galway and enjoy a lively evening along Shop Street. (B)Day 3 CONNEMARA REGION
Tour scenic Connemara, admiring sweeping views of bog lands and misty mountains. Follow the Sky Road to Clifden to enjoy heavenly views and perhaps explore Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden, a Benedictine monastery set beside a tranquil lake. (B)Day 4 WILD ATLANTIC WAY
Drive south through the rugged Burren landscape and along the Wild Atlantic Way, stopping in Ballyvaughan and Doolin to sample the fresh catch of the day. Drive along the west coast to view the Cliffs of Moher before arriving in bustling town of Killarney with a stunning backdrop of lakes and mountains. (B)Day 5 RING OF KERRY OR DINGLE PENINSULA
Explore the popular 100-mile Ring of Kerry, stopping off in charming villages and viewing the stunning scenery of Coomakista Pass, the Gap of Dunloe, and Ladies View. Or discover the rugged landscape of the Dingle Peninsula and the charming fishing town of Dingle. (B)Day 6 CORK SIGHTSEEING
Drive into the rich farming country of Cork to visit the famous Blarney Castle, or spend time exploring the town’s artisan stalls in the Old English Market. Continue along the Copper Coast to Waterford and consider a stop at the Dunbrody Famine Ship. (B)Day 7 WATERFORD TO DUBLIN
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Waterford to explore popular sights in the Viking Triangle. Then either make your way inland via the medieval town of Kilkenny and its castle, or along Wexford’s spectacular coastline, passing historic sites and attractive villages as you head north. (B)Day 8 DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy a day of sightseeing in the heart of Dublin. Use your included voucher for a visit to one of Dublin’s top attractions -- Guinness Storehouse, Teeling Distillery, EPIC Ireland or the General Post Office Museum. (B)Day 9 DEPART FOR HOME FROM DUBLIN
Your program ends after breakfast with a transfer to Dublin Airport. (B)B: Breakfast
Suggested Authentic Local Experiences:
- Visit a local farm to learn about country living and watch a sheepdog display.
- Take a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car through the Killarney National Park to scenic Ross Castle, set on the shores of Lough Leane.
- Royal Marine Hotel, Dublin (1 night)
- Galmont Hotel & Spa, Galway (2 nights)
- Great Southern Killarney, Killarney (2 nights)
- Granville Hotel, Waterford (1 night)
- Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, Dublin (2 nights)
Private Driver Tour Includes:
- Services of a professional driver and vehicle
- Pick up and drop off at any location in Ireland
- Pre-booked stays for 8 nights in hotels listed above
- Full breakfast daily except on day of arrival
- A visit to one Dublin’s prime attractions, Guinness Storehouse, General Post Office Museum, Epic Ireland or Teeling Whiskey Distillery
- Ireland Insight Guide – guide with maps and suggested itineraries (one per room)
- Go-To Guide – information book with basic travel facts
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