Day 1 SHANNON AIRPORT & WILD ATLANTIC
Your driver will meet you at Shannon Airport. Drive out along the Wild Atlantic Way and admire the rugged coastline leading to the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. Drive east to Limerick for a panoramic city tour and impressive King John’s Castle towering over the River Shannon.Day 2 ADARE VILLAGE & KILLARNEY
Head to Adare, famous for its thatched cottages. Stop for photos and a walk along the main street, then journey south into the mountainous countryside. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon exploring Killarney National Park, nearby Muckross House & Gardens, or the shops in town. (B)Day 3 RING OF KERRY TOUR OR DINGLE PENINSUL
Explore the Ring of Kerry, a 100-mile drive with attractive villages and views, and perhaps stop at the Skellig Experience to learn about the monks who once lived there, or experience the wild Atlantic scenery of the Dingle Peninsula and the charming fishing town of Dingle. (B)Day 4 CORK SIGHTSEEING
Drive into the rich farming country of Cork or stop in Blarney to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Continue along the glistening shores the Copper Coast, with a stop at the Cobh Heritage Center or the beautiful coastal villages of Youghal and Dungarvan, en route to Waterford. (B)Day 5 WATERFORD TO DUBLIN
Spend the morning exploring the ancient waterside village of Waterford. Travel north to Dublin, either heading inland via the medieval town of Kilkenny or through the delightful Wexford and Wicklow countryside. Your elegant Victorian hotel overlooks Dublin Bay a few miles south of the city center. (B)Day 6 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 7 DUBLIN TO NEWMARKET-ON-FERGUS
Journey across the center of the country as you head to the famous Dromoland Castle Hotel. We recommend that you arrive at your hotel early to enjoy the luxurious facilities. (B)Day 8 DEPART FOR HOME FROM SHANNON
Your tour ends after breakfast with a transfer to Shannon Airport. (B)B: Breakfast
Suggested Authentic Local Experiences:
- Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Killarney National Park on a horse-drawn jaunting car ride
- Savour your first glimpse of the majestic Dromoland castle and its enchanting lake, as you pass through the castle gates.
- Clayton Hotel, Limerick (1 night)
- The Brehon Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)
- Granville Hotel, Waterford (1 night)
- Royal Marine Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)
- Dromoland Castle Hotel, Newmarket-on-Fergus (1 night)
Private Driver Tour Includes:
- Services of a professional driver and vehicle
- Pick up and drop off at any location in Ireland or Britain
- Pre-booked stays for 7 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
- Go-To Guide – information book with basic travel facts
- Ireland Insight Guide – guide with maps and suggested itineraries (one per room)
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