Ireland's Sparkling Gems

Welcome to Dublin, Ireland’s capital! You will be met and transferred to your hotel, where you’ll meet your Brendan Local Host, who will settle you in with the warmest of welcomes. Any questions on your trip will be answered and local tips and recommendations will be shared by none better than a proud local. Now you are ready to enjoy an included Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing tour of the city. It’s a great introduction to all its highlights with more than 20 stops along the way (entrance fees are not included). 

Spend some more time exploring the Capital, then make your way to the DART (electric train) to Howth and join a Local Specialist on a Coastal Walk and Chowder Trail of this ancient and famous Dublin village.

Make your own way to the train station for the scenic ride to Killarney. Nothing quite beats the romance of traveling through Ireland’s Golden Vale by train. Your Brendan Local Host will meet you at your hotel later today and give you all the information you need to make the best of this charming location.

Head out for your included excursion around the scenic Ring of Kerry. Enjoy the lilting commentary of your Local Specialist as you weave your way through idyllic towns and villages.

This morning you will be picked up by a private car to embark on your journey to Galway, stopping at the Cliffs of Moher along the way. Upgrade your stay with a night or two in the not-to-be-missed, luxurious Ashford Castle. 

Recommended Experience: Visit:Cliffs of Moher.

Today join an included excursion to experience the stark beauty of the hidden valleys of Connemara. The trip stops off at Kylemore Abbey (entrance fee to Kylemore Abbey & gardens is not included).

Recommended Experience: Dublin Hop-on Hop-off Tour, Connemara Day Excursion. 

This morning you will be picked up by a private car and chauffeur and dropped off at your Shannon Region hotel. 

Bid farewell to Ireland as you are transferred to Dublin Airport, where your vacation ends.

Optional Extension Departing from Dublin
If you’re departing from Dublin, why not extend your trip and stay in Dublin’. You can explore a list of our hand-selected accommodations here and our sightseeing activities here.