Top Ireland Budget Ruins &amp; Archaeology Vacation Packages 2025/2026

preferred

4.1/5 Great

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Enjoy a stay in Kilkenny, a medieval gem in the heart of Ireland's Ancient East.
Explore Ireland's most picturesque village in Adare, where you'll see medieval monasteries, castles and streets lined with thatched cottages.
Treat yourself to a pint at Ireland's oldest pub, The Brazen Head in Dublin.
Drive the famous Ring of Kerry, where you'll encounter seaside villages, castle ruins, scenic cliffs and more!
There are over 30,000 castles and castle ruins throughout Ireland; you're sure to stumble upon a few as you make your way from destination to destination.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"Hotels were great except the 8 hour ferry back to Athens"

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8 days From$1,293

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Irish Castles & Countryside

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4.1/5 Great

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Dublin

Highlights

Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 9 days!

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Hotels were great except the 8 hour ferry back to Athens"

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7 days From$1,448

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Ireland's Famous Cities & Favorite Resorts

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4.1/5 Great

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 9 days!

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Hotels were great except the 8 hour ferry back to Athens"

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7 days From$1,315

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Ireland's Famous Cities & Favorite Resorts

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4.1/5 Great

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 9 days!

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Hotels were great except the 8 hour ferry back to Athens"

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7 days From$1,315

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Northern Ireland Experience

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4.1/5 Great

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 11 days!
Titanic Belfast
Giant's Causeway
Belleek Pottery Visitor Centre Admission

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"Hotels were great except the 8 hour ferry back to Athens"

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7 days From$1,641

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Irish Castles & Countryside

preferred

4.1/5 Great

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 9 days!

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Hotels were great except the 8 hour ferry back to Athens"

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7 days From$1,140

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The Ireland - County Kerry Untour

By Untours

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5/5 Excellent

100 reviews

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Visit Skellig Islands
Explore Dingle Peninsula
Visit Killarney National Park
Discover Blarney Castle, Cork and Beara Peninsula

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Rented two bikes in May 2019. Excellent service from Xavier from start to finish. He was extremely responsive and delivered the (brand new Orbea) bikes to our villa and recommended some great cycling routes around the beautiful Basque Country. Will definitely use Bike Basque again - highly recommended."

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7 days From$959

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Dublin - Amsterdam - Barcelona by Air

By TripMasters

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3.3/5 Average

11 reviews

Vacation / Holiday Package

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Dublin(brimming with tradition; old pubs and trendy coffee shops offer places to stop while exploring the city`s history).
Amsterdam(lively nightlife, diversity and rich culture); and finally on.
Barcelona(on the biting edge of fashion, food, music and culture).

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly

What travelers are saying

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