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This comprehensive itinerary spans the entire island of Ireland, beginning in vibrant Dublin before heading north to Belfast and the wild northern coastline, then descending the Atlantic Way through Connemara and Kerry.
This comprehensive itinerary spans the entire island of Ireland, beginning in vibrant Dublin before heading north to Belfast and the wild northern coastline, then descending the Atlantic Way through Connemara and Kerry. The journey includes flights and the constant presence of a tour manager to help you discover the true essence of this land, from medieval castles and archaeological sites to spectacular natural formations.
The route takes in sites of exceptional beauty, such as the UNESCO World Heritage listed Giant’s Causeway and the rugged Cliffs of Moher, balancing cultural tours of Belfast and Dublin with excursions to remote landscapes like the Aran Islands and Glenveagh National Park. The itinerary delves deep into local history, visiting the megalithic tombs of Carrowmore and the striking neo-Gothic architecture of Kylemore Abbey.
The tour is paced to allow for an appreciation of Ireland's diverse scenery, from the limestone plateaus of the Burren to the lush valleys of the Ring of Kerry. Travel is by exclusive Gran Turismo coach, with overnight stays always including dinner and the benefit of personal radio guides for all guided visits.
11 days in the programme
Depart on a direct flight to Dublin, with luggage allowance included Depart on a direct flight to Dublin, with luggage allowance included. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for dinner and your overnight stay.
The morning is dedicated to a guided tour of Dublin, focusing on the medieval St Patrick's Cathedral and the city's elegant Georgian squares The morning is dedicated to a guided tour of Dublin, focusing on the medieval St Patrick's Cathedral and the city's elegant Georgian squares. In the afternoon, you will travel to Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, for a guided tour including the Titanic museum and the famous murals that document the city's political history. Dinner and overnight stay in Belfast.
Set off for the northern coast to marvel at the Giant’s Causeway, an extraordinary formation of 40,000 basalt columns and a UNESCO World Heritage site Set off for the northern coast to marvel at the Giant’s Causeway, an extraordinary formation of 40,000 basalt columns and a UNESCO World Heritage site. En route, there will be a photo stop at the ruins of Dunluce Castle, perched precariously on the cliffside. Continue to the Derry area or County Donegal for dinner and your overnight stay.
Enjoy an excursion into Glenveagh National Park, a pristine natural wilderness home to red deer and numerous bird species Enjoy an excursion into Glenveagh National Park, a pristine natural wilderness home to red deer and numerous bird species. Explore the area before returning to the hotel for dinner and your overnight stay.
The journey continues south through County Sligo to visit the ancient megalithic tombs of Carrowmore The journey continues south through County Sligo to visit the ancient megalithic tombs of Carrowmore. Arrive in County Sligo or Mayo for dinner and your overnight stay.
A day dedicated to the Connemara region, renowned for its wild and unspoilt landscapes A day dedicated to the Connemara region, renowned for its wild and unspoilt landscapes. Along the way, visit Kylemore Abbey, a stunning neo-Gothic estate set on the shores of a lake. Check into your hotel in the Galway or Mayo area for dinner and your overnight stay.
An excursion to the Aran Islands, famous for their stark, treeless landscapes and impressive prehistoric stone forts An excursion to the Aran Islands, famous for their stark, treeless landscapes and impressive prehistoric stone forts. Return to the hotel for dinner and your overnight stay.
Cross the limestone region of the Burren, known for its unique lunar appearance, to reach the spectacular Cliffs of Moher Cross the limestone region of the Burren, known for its unique lunar appearance, to reach the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. Afterwards, visit Bunratty Castle and its accompanying folk park, a recreation of a typical Irish village. Continue to County Kerry for dinner and your overnight stay.
A full day dedicated to the Ring of Kerry, one of Ireland's most famous scenic circuits, offering breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains A full day dedicated to the Ring of Kerry, one of Ireland's most famous scenic circuits, offering breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains. The day includes a visit to Muckross House, a historic mansion located within Killarney National Park. Dinner and overnight stay.
Depart for Dublin, stopping to admire the Rock of Cashel and the medieval town of Kilkenny Depart for Dublin, stopping to admire the Rock of Cashel and the medieval town of Kilkenny. Arrive in the capital for a final dinner and your overnight stay.
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
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