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Visit all the classic sights

This spirited tour offers many of Ireland’s must-see highlights, with plenty of time for independent exploration.

Trip details

Tour start Dublin

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Tour end Dublin

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Featured Attractions

Sophie and a Traditional Irish Dancer performing at the Merry Ploughboy Pub
The Merry Ploughboy Pub

The Merry Ploughboy Pub is owned and run by the traditional musical group ‘The Merry Ploughboys’ who perform every night along with traditional Irish dancers, while guests enjoy a hearty meal.

Bunratty Castle
Blarney Castle

Climb the winding stairs of Blarney Castle to kiss the famous Blarney Stone to get the gift of gab, or just enjoy the beautiful gardens.

Cliffs of Moher
Cliffs of Moher

Stand atop the soaring Cliffs of Moher, towering 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean with incredible views of the surrounding coastline.

Kilkenny City Attractions
Kilkenny

Explore the medieval charms and contemporary spirit in the heart of animated Kilkenny City.

Ring of Kerry Coast
Ring of Kerry Highlights

See spectacularly rugged coastline, mountains, and forest vistas of Ireland's most famous scenic drive.

The Guinness Storehouse
The Guinness Storehouse

Visit the Guinness Storehouse, exploring the history and making of Ireland’s most iconic brew, followed by a tasting in the seventh-floor Gravity Bar, with its panoramic view of the city.

Bunratty Castle Banquet
Bunratty Castle Banquet

Enjoy a sumptuous four-course dinner accompanied by traditional songs and instrumental music in a 15th-century castle.

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Trip Itinerary

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slide Day 1Dublin City Tour, Guinness Storehouse & Welcome Drink
Your tour departs from your hotel at 2:00 PM. Set out with a local guide to see Dublin’s many landmarks: the River Liffey, Georgian squares, St Stephen’s Green, and Trinity College. Next, visit the Guinness Storehouse, a spectacular seven-story structure exploring the history and making of Ireland’s most famous brew, and savor a pint in the top-floor Gravity Bar, with its panoramic view of the city. In the evening, meet your group for a welcome drink, and then you are free to explore Dublin’s restaurants and nightlife. (D)
Take a panoramic tour of Dublin with your tour director in the morning, then visit EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum to discover the stories of the millions of Irish around the world. You might choose to check out the free National Museums to explore Ireland’s heritage, browse the bookshops, visit some art galleries, or shop along Grafton Street. Perhaps stop into a pub to enjoy refreshments and chat with the locals. (B)
Head to Athlone for a visit to Sean’s Bar – dating back to 900 AD, it’s officially the oldest pub in Europe, and possibly the world! Raise your glass as visitors have for centuries and sip a creamy Irish Coffee. Travel westward toward the Atlantic coast to visit the Cliffs of Moher, towering 700 feet above the Atlantic. In the evening, feast in a genuine castle, enjoying a medieval or holiday banquet, depending on departure dates. (B, D)
Spend your day exploring the spectacular beauty of County Kerry and the highlights of Ireland’s most famous scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry. Traverse wild mountainous terrain, picturesque rural villages, and the rugged coastline. Along the way, stop at Moriarty’s in the Gap of Dunloe, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner specializing in quality, authentic crafts. Enjoy free time in Killarney, a friendly town full of charming shops and lively pubs, cafés, and restaurants. (B)
Visit Blarney Castle, built nearly 600 years ago by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftains. Climb the winding stairs to kiss the famed Blarney Stone; legend says if you do you’ll be given the gift of eloquence. Stroll the castle’s extensive gardens, set on 60 acres of parkland. Next, visit historic Waterford – Ireland’s oldest city. First settled by Vikings, Waterford reached peak prosperity in the 18th century when it enjoyed a brisk trade with Newfoundland. Explore this beautiful port city before dining with your group in your hotel. (B, D)
You’ll have free time to explore Kilkenny, a bustling little city dating back to the Middle Ages. You might walk the Medieval Mile, linking the impressive castle built by the Normans in 1195 with the 13th-century St Canice’s Cathedral. Return to Dublin for a lively evening of dinner and traditional Irish entertainment at the Merry Ploughboy Pub. (B, D)
Your tour ends in Dublin after breakfast. (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner>

Where you’ll stay

The Beautiful 4-Star Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge Dublin, Ireland

This hotel was once a Masonic School and still retains many striking original features that give...
Temple Gate Hotel

Temple Gate Hotel Ennis, Ireland

In the center of historic Ennis, Temple Gate Hotel features free Wi-Fi and free parking, just 20...
Killarney Towers Hotel

Killarney Towers Hotel Killarney, Ireland

The Killarney Towers Hotel is the perfect location from which to explore the excitement and...
Dooley's Hotel

Dooley's Hotel Waterford Waterford, Ireland

Dooley’s Hotel is a third generation, family-owned and managed Waterford establishment. ...
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Inclusive package with no hidden extras

What's included?

  • Full daily breakfast and many meals*
  • An evening of Irish entertainment  
  • Transportation (Buses, shuttles & ferries)
  • Welcome drinks with your group
  • Free Wi-Fi on luxury coaches
  • All entrance fees to attractions
  • Comprehensive travel itinerary

 

*Breakfast is not included on Day 1

Our welcome gift to you

  • A travel backpack
  • Travel adapter
  • Rain poncho
  • Luggage strap and tags
  • Water flask
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See what people are saying about this trip

5
Kelly Fryar
8 months 1 week ago
Good value for the money.

The hotels, transportation and overall experience was awesome. My only complain was the bus had no WiFi.

4
B.Bédard
8 months 1 week ago
Some good, some not so good.

End of february 2024.
This was our third trip to Ireland for my wife and I, and the first one for my father.
Our guide/driver Lawrence was a real Irish no non-sense character that we really liked.
The group wasnt very energetic/interactive but was getting better on the last two days, not CIEs fault though.

What was in CIEs control and wasnt good for us and some of the other members of the group where these points: The Guinness Storehouse tour was quit short, an hour more would of been appreciated, a rushed tour. Having a group dinner at the Storehouse would of been a nice way to start the tour. Same for Blarney Castle, an hour more to appreciate the site and to have a no rush lunch. Not having the Waterford crystal tour was a negative surprise. Finally, the Killkenny stay was ridiculous. Much too short, could of given us 2 hours more and we would of been on time in Dublin anyway. We and some others in the group, couldnt do the Smithwicks brewery tour and the Round Tower climb, very disappointing.

On a positive note, the hotels where without fault and their locations excellent.
The dinner and breakfast service during our stay at Dooley's Hotel in Waterford was exemplary. Both dinner & shows where fun, the Burnratty Castle, which we already did in a previous CIE tour, was still appreciated. As was the Merry Ploughboys.

We love going to Ireland and we are thinking to retire there. The Cliffs where amazing as was all the sites. And going in february gave us an idea of the winter climate. Also there isnt alot of tourists that time of year, so the sites werent jammed packed. Exeption made for the Guinness Storehouse tour.

Sláinte !

5
Karen Claire Whitmore
8 months 1 week ago

Scenic rides through the countryside and information about what we were seeing.

5
CIE Tours Customer
8 months 2 weeks ago

A leisure tour is a good way to go if you like to venture on your own but also have the amenity of a group.

5
Margaret F Schoonover
10 months 2 weeks ago

The amount of time spent at each location was sufficient to see the sites.

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