Family Adventure on the Emerald Isle

Welcome to Dublin, Ireland’s lively capital! Join the Viking Splash Tour for a truly unique experience, taking in the sights of Dublin during a fun-filled city tour. Board an amphibious World War II vehicle (DUKW), which takes you from land to water and back again, offering city vistas not available on other Dublin tours. Afterward, visit Trinity College and walk its cobbled courtyard to see the ornate 8th-century Book of Kells.

Stopping in County Kildare, you will be taken on a guided tour of the National Stud in Tully. You’ll take in the stallion boxes, the foaling unit and the museum. Then step out into the wonderful world of the Japanese gardens. Continue on to Kilkenny where you will enjoy a unique experience learning about and trying out the 3000-year-old game of Hurling. Test your skills in what’s believed to be one of the fastest field sports around. End the experience with a bowl of tasty Irish stew. Travel on to West Cork.

This morning travel to nearby Skibbereen and enjoy a Kayaking trip along the Wild Atlantic Way to take in some stunning sights as you satisfy your sense of adventure. The beauty of our coastline is an impressive thing to experience from a kayak as no other craft allows you capture the beauty of the coast in such an intimate way as on this picturesque trip. Next to Blarney Castle to climb the steps to the very top to kiss the famous Blarney Stone and get the gift of gab. And don’t forget to explore the mystical grounds, gardens, and Rock Close. End your day in Killarney, renowned for its lively pubs and open, cheerful atmosphere, full of what the Irish call ‘craic’!

Wind ‘round the beautiful Iveragh Peninsula, better known as ‘The Ring of Kerry,’ Take in views of mountains, valleys, lakes, and sea as you travel through this unspoiled land that has inspired artists and poets for centuries. Your chauffeur will take you through some of the little towns along the route to dive even deeper into this magical destination. After your drive, visit Muckross Farm, and enjoy three farms, a small farm animal petting area, carpenter’s workshop, and blacksmith’s forge.

Heading north, stop at the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. See this natural phenomenon from a different perspective aboard a cruise along the 5-mile shoreline. Gaze up at the sheer, craggy cliff face, rising 700 feet above you. Back on dry land, continue to the majestic Ashford Castle, a place full of stories waiting to be told. Set alongside the glistening waters of Lough Corrib, Ashford dates back to 1228. It became the
home of the Guinness family in the mid 1800’s. This is your chance to live like royalty and join the ranks of guests that have included Princes and Presidents.

Make time for a leisurely breakfast and explore the grounds by bicycle or on foot. Travel back to Dublin where there’s a chance to do some last-minute shopping or people watch in a lively pub. Stop in for a pint and say hello to some of our friendly locals.

It’s time to say slán abhaile to these magical lands and head for home with your cherished memories.