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The ultimate Irish journey

Explore Ireland's gorgeous scenery and rich history on this comprehensive Irish tour that hits every corner of the island. 

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Tour start Dublin

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Tour end Kingscourt

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Highlights

Ballintubber Abbey

Visit Ireland's only royal abbey, in service for more than seven centuries.

Irish Step Dancing

Enjoy the fancy footwork of some of Ireland's finest dancers.

Kilmainham Gaol

Explore where the leaders of Ireland's centuries-long fight for independence once did their time.

Giant's Causeway

Discover the massive stone columns volcanoes created millions of years ago—but legend says an Irish giant built them as stepping stones across the sea to Scotland.

Cliffs of Moher

Enjoy the breathtaking views from these iconic cliffs, rising 700 feet above the swirling Atlantic.

Titanic Belfast

Explore the history of the ill-fated ocean liner and its first (and last) voyage, in the city where it was built.

Walled City Brewery – CIE Tours Exclusive
Walled City Brewery – CIE Tours Exclusive

Visit this award-winning brewery and enjoy their craft beers.

Kylemore Abbey
Kylemore Abbey

Visit this monastery on the grounds of Kylemore Castle, founded for Benedictine nuns who fled Belgium during World War I.

Belleek Pottery
Belleek Pottery

Learn about the craftsmanship and heritage of the pottery created here since 1857.

Taylors Three Rock

Visit Taylor's Three Rock in Dublin for an unforgettable evening of lively traditional Irish music, spirited dancing and a welcoming atmosphere that embodies the true essence of Irish hospitality.

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Itinerary

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slide Day 1Dublin City Tour | Kilmainham Gaol
Your tour departs at 2:00 PM from your Dublin hotel. Take a panoramic tour of the city’s highlights and view Trinity College, St Patrick’s Cathedral, and the GPO. Tour Kilmainham Gaol, built in 1796, and hear stories of Ireland’s revolutionary leaders. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group before dining independently.
Visit EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum and discover the story of the 10 million people who have left Ireland over the last 1,500 years – and their impact on the world. Your afternoon is free to explore Dublin. Later, enjoy dinner and entertainment at Taylors Three Rock Pub. (B, D)
Visit a traditional farmhouse and learn about country life while enjoying tea and scones. At the House of Waterford Crystal, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner, watch skilled artisans cut crystal into sparkling masterpieces. Continue along the coast to Cork city for dinner at your hotel. (B, D)
Take a brief walking tour of Cork city with a local guide. Perhaps stroll through the English Market, where vendors have been selling local and artisanal foods since 1788. Visit Blarney Castle to climb the winding stairs and kiss its famed stone, or stroll the gardens. Enjoy the scenery as you head to colorful Kenmare. Stop at Moll’s Gap for marvelous views on your way to Killarney. (B, D)
Take a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car ride to Ross Castle and Kenmare Estate and see Lough Leane, the largest of Killarney’s lakes. Visit Moriarty’s, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner, in the Gap of Dunloe. Travel to the scenic Dingle Peninsula for views of heathery mountains, sandy stretches of beach, and rocky headlands. Enjoy a demonstration of highly-skilled sheepdogs herding sheep at a local farm. Enjoy dinner at Páidí Ó Sé’s pub in Ventry while you hear a fun talk on Gaelic sports. (B, D)
Visit the family pub of the late famed playwright, John B. Keane for some tea and scones. One of Ireland’s most beloved writers, he wrote many works in a room behind the bar. Embark on a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary and drive along the coast of County Clare. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above the Atlantic, and enjoy views of Connemara and the Aran Islands. Proceed on to vibrant Galway and join a local guide for a walking tour of the city’s historic heart. (B, D)
Travel through Connemara for sweeping views of misty mountains and shimmering lakes. Take a scenic cruise on Lough Corrib and sip some creamy Irish coffee (seasonal). Stop at Kylemore Abbey for a walk through this elegant mansion, set beside a tranquil lake. Return to Galway, where the rest of your day is free for independent sightseeing and dining. (B)
Travel north to Claremorris to visit Ballintubber Abbey, Ireland’s only royal Abbey. Known as “the Abbey that refused to die”, it has been in continuous use for more than 800 years. Visit Belleek Pottery, then follow the Atlantic Shore to Donegal town, where you’ll visit CIE Tours preferred shopping partner Triona Design. Continue on through the majestic Barnesmore Gap to Derry. (B, D)
Explore the Giant’s Causeway, huge hexagonal columns formed over 60 million years ago. Back in Derry, join a local guide for a walk around this historic city’s medieval walls; take a walk across the Peace Bridge and complete your tour at the Walled City Brewery Restaurant. In a CIE Tours exclusive, enjoy a flight of the brewery’s craft beers with your dinner. (B, D)
Visit the historic city of Belfast, taking a panoramic tour to see grand government buildings, the peace wall, and the docks where the RMS Titanic was built in 1912. Take a walking tour of the city with a local guide to learn an insider’s perspective. Then, the rest of the day will be yours to explore this fascinating city as you wish. (B)
Visit the magnificent Titanic Belfast, a high-tech attraction that will immerse you in the story of the doomed liner. Next, go to Long Meadow Cider, an award-winning family orchard, for a tour and tasting followed by a picnic lunch. Travel to Kingscourt and enjoy some free time in your luxury castle hotel, built in 1760 and set on 100 acres of gardens and parklands. In the evening, share a farewell dinner with your group. (B, L, D)
Your program ends after breakfast. (B) >

Where you’ll stay

Herbert Park Hotel

Herbert Park Hotel Dublin, Ireland

Overlooking the 48-acre Herbert Park, this hotel is 350 feet from the RDS and a 5-minute walk...

Clayton Hotel Cork

A modern, 4-star city center hotel overlooking the picturesque River Lee, in the heart of Cork City
The River Lee Hotel

The River Lee Hotel Cork, Ireland

On the banks of Cork’s River Lee, this luxurious hotel is a 5-minute walk from central Cork. It...
Killarney Plaza Hotel

Killarney Plaza Hotel Killarney, Ireland

The 4-star Killarney Plaza Hotel & Spa offers elegance in the heart of Killarney Town. Home to...
The Galmont Hotel & Spa

The Galmont Hotel & Spa Galway, Ireland

The Galmont is one of Ireland's premier 4-star hotels, located in Galway City on the Wild Atlantic...
City Hotel building exterior

City Hotel, Derry Derry, Northern Ireland

On the banks of the River Foyle, City Hotel has a fine restaurant, modern fitness center and free...
Grand Central Hotel

Grand Central Hotel Belfast Belfast, Northern Ireland

Standing tall in Bedford Street in the heart of the City, this impressive jewel fuses glamour &...
Cabra Castle Hotel

Cabra Castle Hotel Kingscourt, Ireland

Located in Kingscourt outside of Dublin, the Cabra Castle Hotel was built in 1760 and has high...
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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
  • Documents wallet

From our travelers

Giant's Causeway

I loved every minute of it. We saw and experienced things that we never would have been able to do on our own. Our bus driver/tour guide was excellent. He filled us in on Irish lore and was amusing every mile we made.

Judith Leigh Wallace
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4
CIE Tours Customer
1 month ago

The City Hotel, Derry was DISGUSTING. Most of the furniture had holes and the drapery was ripped. Our room was not cleaned.
All of the other hotels were good.

The farmhouse visit , the walking tour of Cork and the Glyde Inn were a waste of time.

We were charged $250+ more for each ticket, for the exact same flight that we could have booked ourselves on the same day as CIE. A phone call to CIE said that was the contracted price and would not make an adjustment. We should have booked our own flights for a huge savings. The implication was that CIE would offer the best price.

4
CIE Tours Customer
1 month ago

The sights we saw were spectacular. We were lucky to have great weather. Even with some delays our driver got us to all destinations. Allh hotels were satisfactory. One did not have hot water.

4
CIE Tours Customer
1 month 1 week ago
Driver and tour guide would improve this trip.

More free time in addition having a driver and tour guide.

5
Charles Michael Riley
1 month 1 week ago
Ireland 2023 Visit

Very much enjoyed this tour. Our tour guide (Mark) really enhanced the trip. While we enjoyed the usual tourist destinations like the Cliffs and the Blarney Castle, we really enjoyed the Shawn Power farm visit, Billy Kean’s Pub and the Waterford and Belleck tours as well as the visit to the family apple farm. Our only disappointment was the change in hotels in Galway. We did not care for the Salthill Hotel (?). It was too far from town. We would recommend this trip.

4
Eileen M Leddy
1 month 1 week ago
Had a great time. Very busy we also had the best driver/ guide Mark

Too long and not enough free time

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