Highlights of the Republic - 9 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Dublin - Visit the Kilbeggan Distillery for a whiskey tasting and explore the ancient Clonmacnoise Abbey ruins
- Galway - Immerse yourself in the lively city atmosphere, enjoy traditional pubs, and listen to live music
- Killarney - Discover the Burren's limestone pavements, hike the Cliffs of Moher, and explore the Dingle Peninsula’s stunning beaches and ancient forts
- Kinsale - Kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle and visit the historic Drombeg Stone Circle and Mizen Head
- Waterford - Tour Charles Fort, experience the Midleton Distillery, and explore the 12th-century Jerpoint Abbey and Kilkenny's medieval landmarks
- Dublin - Reflect at the Dunbrody Famine Ship, visit the Glendalough Monastic Site, and enjoy the serene Powerscourt Gardens
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Trip includes
- 8 breakfasts
- 8 nights in 3-4 star hotels
- Escorted by a local driver-guide
- Transportation in 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioning
- Attraction entry tickets
- Shannon Estuary ferry
- Admission to Cliffs of Moher
- 2 Whiskey Distillery visits with Tastings in Kilbeggan & Midleton
- All road tolls
- 20kg luggage allowance - This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal items
- Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
Itinerary
Dublin - Galway. Welcome to Ireland! Leaving Dublin behind, we travel west through the picturesque Irish farmlands and peat bogs, passing through the counties of Kildare and Offaly. Our first destination is the Kilbeggan Distillery, where we’ll have the chance to rela...
Galway - Kilfenora - Killarney. Today, we start with a short drive along the coast from Galway, taking us to the stunning Burren, one of Ireland’s most cherished national treasures. Here, we’ll explore some of the earliest Christian settlements, with broad limestone p...
Killarney - Dingle Peninsula - Killarney. Today, we travel to the Dingle Peninsula, where glorious beaches blend with iconic Irish scenery, and towering forts and ancient stone dwellings peek from the rolling hills. Our first stop is Inch Beach, a vast stretch of sand...
Today, we embark on a journey through the breathtaking Ring of Kerry, where lush green hills, sparkling lakes, and towering cliffs that plunge into the ocean await us. We begin by weaving through valleys, towns, and villages, passing the mighty Macgillycuddy's Reeks a...
Killarney - Kinsale. Today, we will explore the romantic side of Ireland, starting with a visit to the dramatic Blarney Castle, where we’ll have the opportunity to kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Legend says that kissing this stone grants the ‘gift of the gab,’ so we m...
This morning, we continue our journey, first visiting the eerie Drombeg Stone Circle, also known as the Druid’s Altar. Here, amid 17 standing stones, an ancient burial urn was discovered. We can only wonder who it belonged to. Next, we marvel at the Altar Wedge Tom...
Kinsale - Waterford. We begin the day at Charles Fort, one of Ireland’s largest and most impressive military installations. This star-shaped structure has played key roles in Irish history, making it the perfect spot for a few photos of its striking exterior. Next,...
Waterford - Kilkenny - Waterford. Today, we will be uncovering endless treasures of Ireland, starting with Jerpoint Abbey. This remarkable 12th-century Cistercian site sits in peaceful ruins, yet its Romanesque and Gothic architecture still awe us as we explore the re...
Waterford - Dublin. Today is our final day on tour, but the adventure continues. We begin in the charming town of New Ross, on the banks of the River Barrow, where we visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship. This authentic replica of an 1840s emigrant vessel offers us a powerf...
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