Irish Highlights

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A roundtrip from Dublin featuring all the Ireland highlights including Waterford’s crystal, your newfound 'gift of the gab' at Blarney Castle and the irresistible Ring of Kerry. You’ll also learn about the devastating Irish famine and peer over the edge at the Cliffs of Moher.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Discover Galway, Limerick and Waterford
    • Explore Dublin with a Local Specialist
    • Visit Bunratty Folk Park, the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney to kiss the stone and gain the 'gift of the gab', the Crystal Showroom at Waterford and the famine ship in New Ross
    • View St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin and King John's Castle in Limerick
    • See the Cathedral of Galway and St. Mary's Cathedral in Limerick
    • Scenic Cruise across the Shannon Estuary
    • Scenic Drive of the Ring of Kerry
    • Connect With Locals
    • Dive into Culture
    • Dive into Culture

What's this trip about?

    A roundtrip from Dublin featuring all the Ireland highlights including Waterford’s crystal, your newfound 'gift of the gab' at Blarney Castle and the irresistible Ring of Kerry. You’ll also learn about the devastating Irish famine and peer over the edge at the Cliffs of Moher.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityDublin
End CityDublin

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • Education / Learning

Destinations

Attractions

  • Dublin
  • Ring of Kerry

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to the Emerald Isle

Tread in the footsteps of James Joyce and Oscar Wilde, through the lyrical streets of Dublin – your launch pad to a memorable encounter with Ireland's iconic highlights. After a leisurely morning, meet a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour with views of Trinity Co...

Day 2: Onwards to Galway and Limerick

We journey to Galway, the 'City of Tribes', where we'll see its stone cathedral on the banks of the Corrib and spend some free time exploring its colourful façades. Irish traditions and heritage are explored next, during a visit to Bunratty Castle and its Folk Park, a...

Day 3: Experience the Iconic Cliffs of Moher and on to Killarney

We leave Limerick and stop for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the spectacular Cliffs of Moher on the famous ‘Wild Atlantic Way'. You’ll feel like you’ve gone back to an ancient time as you gaze across the water, all the way to the Aran Islands if the weather is g...

Day 4: A Scenic Day on the Ring of Kerry

Circle the spectacular Ring of Kerry – its emerald green hills, centuries-old stone villages and vivid blue seascapes provide a soul-stirring backdrop for our leisurely drive around a beautiful coastline that has inspired writers and poets for centuries. We'll see Dan...

Day 5: Explore Blarney and Journey to Waterford

Cross the rugged Kerry Mountains and travel to Blarney Castle to kiss the stone and acquire the 'gift of the gab'. Continue to Waterford, where we will have dinner at our hotel.

Day 6: Through County Wicklow’s Countryside to Dublin

Dive Into Culture and witness the centuries-old tradition of crafting fine glass at the House of Waterford Crystal. Here we will watch the talented master craftsmen in their workshop creating exquisite pieces. Our next stop is in the town of New Ross, where we'll see ...

Day 7: Farewell Ireland

For now, it’s time to say a fond slán abhaile to your fellow travellers as you close the curtain on an unforgettable journey through the 'Emerald Isle'. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,875
Price per day$268
Last Updated: 3/14/2025

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Trafalgar Reviews & Ratings

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Joanne Macdonald

Nov 2023

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Irish Highlights

Each hotel was unique - and not the 'big guys'. I love that!!

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Mary Stelzer

Oct 2023

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Irish Highlights

This itinerary includes everything we wanted to see and then some. Trafalgar added great experiences with locals that were outstanding and made our trip unique. Th...

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Anna Taylor

Sep 2023

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Irish Highlights

The itinerary had us on the move, but we feel like we got a good taste of everything Ireland had to offer. Our lodgings were very good! Each accomodation was locat...

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David Johnston

Sep 2023

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Irish Highlights

We were looking for a cultural experience, and the director delivered in spades

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Sandra Hamilton

Aug 2023

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Irish Highlights

Packed full of interesting sights. Time to wander by yourself. No time wasted.

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Accommodation

  • The Samuel/Clayton Cardiff Lane
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Meals Included
  • 1 Be My Guest
  • 1 Dinner
  • 1 Welcome Reception
  • 6 Breakfasts
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
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