

The Irish Pub Tour
Starting from $2,345
- 8 Days In 2025
See the toast of every town
Irish pubs are the hearts of their communities—a source of camaraderie, stories, and song. Raise a glass (or two!) to rich pub culture and history on this guided tour of Ireland, which offers plenty of stops at legendary pubs and historical highlights of the Emerald Isle.Trip details
Tour start Dublin
Tour end Dublin
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Highlights

Sean’s Bar in Athlone
Grab a pint or two in the oldest pub in Europe, which may have served your ancestors 1,000 years ago.

Blarney Castle
Kiss the Blarney Stone and get the gift of gab at this historic castle, with beautiful gardens to enjoy.

Irish Coffee at South Pole Inn
Hear all about the Antarctic exploits of the inn's founder, Tom Crean, while you sample a delicious Irish coffee.

Sheepdog Demonstration
Learn about traditional farm life and watch skilled dogs hard at work herding flocks.

Dingle Peninsula
Savor the exceptional scenery — rolling emerald hills, wide shores, rocky cliffs — made famous in numerous films.

Cliffs of Moher
Visit the Cliffs of Moher, a spectacular wall of sandstone soaring 700 feet above the pounding Atlantic surf below.

Celtic Whiskey Bar in Killarney
Head to the Celtic Whiskey Bar in Killarney for a tasting and a chocolate pairing.

Marine Bar in Dungarvan – CIE Tours Exclusive
Enjoy a drink with some traditional music in this centuries-old, family-run pub.


Itinerary
Day 1Dublin City Tour & Canal Cruise Dinner
Day 2Kilkenny Tour & Sullivan’s Taproom
Day 3Blarney Castle & Killarney
Day 4Dingle Peninsula & Celtic Whiskey Bar Experience
Day 5Cliffs of Moher & Galway
Day 6Sean’s Bar & Lough Ree Cruise
Day 7Guinness Storehouse & The Merry Ploughboy
Day 8Tour Ends in Dublin
Where you’ll stay
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
From our travelers

I loved the hotels, border collie herding, Irish coffee, as well as the Guinness and Smithwick’s tours. The tourist spots and local pubs gave a balance to the trip and I fell in love with the beautiful countryside and, most of all, the people I met in the pubs. Easily the best trip I have taken.
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Read MoreThe Croke Park Hotel, Dublin
Opposite Croke Park Stadium, this luxury 4-star hotel features spacious rooms with 50-inch Smart TVs. Guests can enjoy hot towels on arrival, free parking, and a European bistro. Luxuriously furnished, each room at Croke Park Hotel features comfortable beds with duck down duvets, and a private bathroom with deluxe toiletries. Rooms also feature a mini entertainment system and free Wi-Fi.

The Croke Park Hotel
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Restaurant
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Bar
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp






Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel, Kilkenny
The Ormonde Hotel features full leisure facilities, including a 50 feet indoor heated swimming pool, that guests can use for free. The Ormonde Leisure Club and KO Spa offer a range of relaxing spa treatments. Expanded on 2 floors, the leisure club includes a state-of-art gym, steam room, sauna, and a children's pool. It also has 2 restaurants and is 10 minutes drive from McDonagh Train Station and Shopping Center.

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Lounge
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Lobby
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp






International Hotel Killarney, Killarney
Blending the charm of times past with contemporary elegance, The International Hotel is located at the heart of Killarney Town, directly across from the famed Jaunting cars A firm favorite with visitors to Killarney, the International is one of Killarney's longest established and much loved hotels, bringing our guests the warmest of welcomes and our promise of excellence. The International Hotel has 96 luxury en suite rooms with hairdryers, mist-free mirrors, satellite TV, tea/coffee, room safes and ironing stations. We also have Executive rooms with Jacuzzi baths, AC, and Power showers. Hannigans Bar has real fires, good food, live music and sports events and serves fresh, local produce, including seafood and Irish beef. Further Hotel facilities include our library, gym and a residents lounge.

International Hotel
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Restaurant
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Lobby
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp






Galway Bay Hotel, Galway
The award-winning, 4-star Galway Bay Hotel overlooks Galway Bay and is located on Galway’s Blue Flag beach. Guests can enjoy the hotels swimming pool, a massage fountain, and its AA Rosette Bay Brasserie. With bright, cozy decor, each room offers an interactive TV, free Wi-Fi, and free newspapers on request. Guests can also make use of a private bathroom with a hairdryer, tea/coffee facilities. Guests have free use of the leisure center, which features a fully equipped, modern gym, and a sauna.

Galway Bay Hotel
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Restaurant
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Deluxe Double Room
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Swimming Pool
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp






Sheraton Athlone Hotel, Westmeath
In Athlone's lively center, this 4-Star Sheraton Hotel has a 50 feet pool, a luxury spa, free internet and parking. Guests have spacious rooms and a stylish restaurant, 1 hour drive from Dublin. All guests receive the property's Platinum Card, which provides discounts on a number of shops in Athlone town center. La Provence Restaurant serves both classic Irish and international cuisine, using the finest produce. Harvest Café offers informal dining, while Sheraton Bar has bar food and cocktails.

Sheraton Athlone Hotel
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Lobby
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Terrace
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp






Ashling Hotel, Dublin
This contemporary property offers 225 spacious and well-equipped guest rooms as well as stylish, modern restaurants, bar and public spaces. Located on the north bank of the River Liffey near Phoenix Park, the hotel is conveniently located for exploring Dublin. City center and Temple Bar are just a 20-minute walk away, and both sites, as well as many other attractions, are accessible via the Luas tram, which stops near the hotel.

Ashling Hotel, Dublin
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Air Conditioned
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Superior Double Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Air Conditioned
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Slow Cooked Lamb Shank
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Air Conditioned
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Deluxe King Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Air Conditioned
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Iveagh Bar
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Air Conditioned
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp

Reception Area
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Air Conditioned
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp








See what people are saying about this trip
Linda Goforth Johnson
The Irish Pub Tour - 9 Days/8 Nights
Outstanding!!
Excellent travel experience. Every detail covered by CIE from start to finish. Great itinerary!! Dennis was awesome guide and driver. So funny and knowledgeable. The hotels were outstanding. Great breakfast each day and wonderful dinners. Definitely would choose CIE again.
Deborah Ann Snyder
The Irish Pub Tour - 9 Days/8 Nights
Excellent Trip. Worth the Money
Amazing time!! Loved it, The accommodations were great, tour guy was awesome. just need a little more time to explore on own
CIE Tours Customer
2024 The Irish Pub Tour - 9 Days/8 Nights
The trip was awesome.
Everything went smoothly. Our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable. The stops were entertaining and fun.
Melinda James
2024 The Irish Pub Tour- 8 Days/7 Nights
A fun tour
Dennis made the tour great
Ashley Blye
The Irish Pub Tour
Solo traveler who gained family
This was the best tour I could have ever asked for. The locations, hotels, and experiences were amazing. I learned so much between beer tasting, Irish coffees, and Irish whiskey tasting. It was a trip of a life time. I was a solo traveler and made family along the way. My tour group was amazing and we all now have a group text. Denis our guide and driver was amazing and super knowledgeable. He had great recommendations!

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