Irish Pub Tour | CIE Tours

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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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01 Jun 2023 - 31 Aug 2023

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01 Jun 2023 - 30 Jun 2023

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Highlights

Sean’s Bar in Athlone – CIE Tours Exclusive

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.

Irish Whiskey Museum – CIE Tours Exclusive

Learn the true history of this famous spirit through the ages - and of course you'll enjoy a tasting as you tour this Dublin favorite.

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.

Storytelling at O’Connors Pub – CIE Tours Exclusive

Pull up a stool for a session of stories at this legendary pub in Salthill, Galway – a picturesque establishment that was the setting for Ed Sheeran’s “Galway Girl” video.

Itinerary

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Day 1Dublin City Tour | Canal Cruise Dinner

Your tour departs at 2:00 PM from your Dublin hotel. A local guide will bring you for a panoramic tour of central Dublin, a friendly city famed for its wit and sense of fun. Board a barge, once used for transporting Guinness, for a cruise down the centuries-old Grand Canal as you sip a welcome drink and enjoy dinner while listening to live music.(D)

Day 2Kilkenny | Kilkenny Tour | Beer Tasting

Head to historic Kilkenny for a guided walking tour along its Medieval Mile, stretching from cathedral to castle. Discover the rich heritage, narrow streetscapes, and picturesque merchants' houses of this small, historic city. Next, enjoy a special beer-tasting experience. Spend some time browsing as you please before dinner in your hotel. (B, D)

Day 3Blarney Castle | Killarney

Visit the Marine Bar in Dungarvan in a CIE Tours Exclusive, and enjoy a drink with some traditional music in this centuries-old, family-run pub. Travel on to visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous stone, which legend promises will bestow the “Gift of the Gab” or explore the beautiful gardens. Pass through County Cork to the lively town of Killarney - a draw for visitors to Ireland since the 18th century - where you will have free time after dinner to explore some of its friendly pubs, many with live music. (B, D)

Day 4Dingle Peninsula | Celtic Whiskey Bar Experience

Visit Moriarty's in the Gap of Dunloe, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner, before heading out to the Dingle Peninsula. You may know this beautiful region from films like “Ryan's Daughter” and “Far & Away”. Visit a farm for an immersion into traditional farming life and watch skilled sheepdogs demonstrate their talents at herding. Take some free time to explore the charms of Dingle town. In the evening, head to the Celtic Whiskey Bar in Killarney for a tasting, chocolate pairing, and dinner. (B, D)

Day 5Cliffs of Moher | Galway | O'Connors Pub Storytelling

Embark on a ferry ride across the wide River Shannon Estuary. Take in the spectacular beauty of the Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above the Atlantic surf. Walk along the top of the cliffs for views across Galway Bay to Connemara and the Aran Islands. In the evening, have an early dinner at your hotel, then head out for a CIE Tours Exclusive: You'll visit the nearby seaside suburb of Salthill for a special evening of storytelling at O'Connor's Famous Pub. (B, D)

Day 6Sean's Bar | Lough Ree Cruise

Spend a leisurely morning exploring vibrant, artistic Galway as you please. Travel to Athlone, where you'll enjoy a choice of Irish coffee, whiskey, or beer as you cruise Lough Ree in a replica Viking longship. Then head to Sean's bar. This pub is not only the oldest in Ireland; dating back to 900 AD, it's the oldest in Europe, according to the Guinness Book of Records. The sloped floors (often covered with sawdust), candlelight, and turf fire pay nostalgic tribute to this pub's rich history. Enjoy dinner in your Athlone hotel this evening. (. (B, D)

Day 7Guinness Storehouse | Irish Whiskey Museum

Enjoy the scenery of central Ireland as you head to Dublin on the east coast. Visit the Guinness Storehouse in the heart of the city - one of Ireland's most popular attractions - and sample Ireland's iconic brew as you take in the panoramic view from the seventh-floor Gravity Bar. In the evening, head to the Irish Whiskey Museum for a private tour and a tasting. In a CIE Tours Exclusive, enjoy a special after-hours experience: a traditional band will play lively tunes for your group as you relax over a drink and finger foods. (B)

Day 8Tour Ends in Dublin

Your program ends after breakfast. (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner >

Where you’ll stay

Hilton Garden Inn Dublin Custom House Dublin, Ireland

With views over the River Liffey, Hilton Garden Inn Dublin Custom House sits next to 3Arena, EPIC...

The Croke Park Hotel Dublin, Ireland

Opposite Croke Park Stadium, this luxury 4-star hotel features spacious rooms with 50-inch Smart...

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel Kilkenny, Ireland

The Ormonde Hotel features full leisure facilities, including a 50 feet indoor heated swimming...

International Hotel Killarney, Ireland

Blending the charm of times past with contemporary elegance, The International Hotel is located at...

Galway Bay Hotel Galway, Ireland

The award-winning, 4-star Galway Bay Hotel overlooks Galway Bay and is located on Galway’s Blue...

Sheraton Athlone Hotel Westmeath, Ireland

In Athlone's lively center, this 4-Star Sheraton Hotel has a 50 feet pool, a luxury spa, free...

Ashling Hotel Dublin, Ireland

This contemporary property offers 225 spacious and well-equipped guest rooms as well as stylish,...

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

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.

Karin Littlefield

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See what people are saying about this trip

Billy

4 weeks ago

We had the best time

Best beer and whiskey we've ever had. Saw everything we came for. Comfortable, classy throughout. A few misses (like the Whiskey Museum) but the hits (like Sean's, and the Marine Bar) more than made up for it. We really had a blast, thanks mostly to PJ's expertise.

Rosemary Griffin

1 month ago

Heaven on Earth

Our Pub tour with CIE Tours was brilliant. We were given a great variety of places and experiences. The driver-Leslie, was an excellent driver and very professional. He was very knowledgeable, entertaining, and informative. The views of the countryside during the drives to our destinations, were as entertaining as the locations we were visiting.
Looking forward to our return to Ireland, and are planning future tours to other countries with CIE.
Thank you very much

Charles Reilly

1 month 1 week ago

Fantastic

Well organized, great value

John Gerard Reisinger

1 month 4 weeks ago

Loved all the old pubs and castles. The residents were super friendly

CIE Tours Customer

2 months ago

Great Pub Tour of Southern Ireland

Everything. Will go back again.

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