Irish Adventure

October 15th - 23rd, 2025

Trip Highlights Include:

• House of Waterford Crystal
• Cliffs of Moher
• Blarney Castle
• Giant's Causeway
• Glendalough
• Titanic Breakfast

Depart from your hotel at 2:00 PM for a panoramic tour of the city. Highlights include 18th-century Georgian houses with brightly painted doors, tranquil parks, and historic O’Connell Street. Visit Teeling Whiskey Distillery in the heart of the historic Liberties area for a tour and tasting. In the evening, enjoy a welcome drink with your group at the hotel, and then you are free to explore the city and dine as you wish.

Enjoy the delightful scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the way to Glendalough. Explore the remains of one of the most important monastic sites in Ireland, founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Walk through the deep valley to view the picturesque ruins of a round tower, churches, and Celtic crosses. Head southeast to the Dunbrody Famine Ship, an authentic reproduction of an 1840’s vessel that brought desperate Irish emigrants fleeing famine to the New World. Continue on to Waterford and take a stroll around the streets of this historic city with a local guide before dinner at your hotel. (B, D)

See skilled artisans create crystal masterpieces at the House of Waterford Crystal, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner. Travel to Cobh for a guided walking tour – this harbor town was the last port of call for the Titanic in 1912 and was also the main point of embarkation for Irish emigrants between 1848 and 1960. Visit Blarney Castle and kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence” or explore the tranquil gardens. Journey west through rugged countryside to dinner at your hotel in beautiful County Kerry. (B, D)

Discover Ireland’s most popular scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry. In the beautiful Gap of Dunloe, find a keepsake at our CIE Tours preferred shopping partner, Moriarty’s. Along the way, stop for lunch, stroll around Sneem, and take in the panoramic views at Moll’s Gap. Enjoy a free evening in Killarney, with time for dining independently and perhaps a visit to one of the town’s lively pubs. (B, L)

Take a ferry across the River Shannon and travel along the scenic coast of County Clare to the Cliffs of Moher, stunning formations soaring 700 feet above the churning Atlantic and extending for nine miles. Take in the spectacular views as you walk atop the cliffs. Travel on through the austere beauty of the Burren, a distinctive limestone landscape formed by glaciers, to Galway. Take a panoramic tour of this vibrant, artistic city before dinner at your hotel. (B, D)

Immerse yourself in traditional farm life during a visit to an authentic working farm, where you’ll watch trained dogs round up mountain sheep. Continue through the rugged mountainous landscape to Donegal, to visit CIE Tours’ preferred shopping partner Triona Design, then enjoy free time. In Derry, walk with a local guide through this ancient walled city, long known for its tumultuous history but now a thriving artistic hub. Dine at your hotel this evening. (B, D)

Explore the northern coastline and the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity more than 60 million years ago. Visit Titanic Belfast and learn about the ill-fated ship through state-of-the-art displays. See the docks where the famous liner was built just over a century ago. At the Glyde Inn, enjoy a farewell dinner with Irish specialties and entertainment featuring traditional Irish music and songs. (B, D)

Explore Dublin independently on the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus.  Use your voucher to visit one of Dublin's top attractions such as the Guinness Storehouse, Teeling Whiskey Distillery, EPIC Irish Emigration Museum or GPO Museum. In the evening dine independently at one of the any restaurants or pubs that Dublin has to. (B)

Click to see the video overview of the Hop On Hop Off - https://youtu.be/rZ0JBsNUjcQ?si=yOFrEZUgJznk4XSn

THE MONEY STUFF:

Land rates are $4869 per person with a minimum of 10 passengers

Single Supplement rate is an additional $1045

*if we have more than 16 passengers there will be an additional discount*

To hold your spot a $250 Non Refundable Deposit is required

The Final payment is due on or before July 24th, 2025

FLIGHTS:

Flight costs are additional and costs will vary depending on your departure city.  

Flight schedules should be released about 9 to 10 months in advance.  

Flights will need to arrive prior to 12 noon on October 15th, 2025 as the tour begins at 2pm.

We can arrange for a pre night hotel if you need to arrive earlier (rates are tba)

HOTELS INCLUDED:

• Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane, Dublin
• Dooley's Hotel, Waterford
• Ballgarry Estate Hotel & Spa, Kerry
• International Hotel, Kilarney
• Ardilaun Hotel, Galway
• Everglades Hotel, Derry
• The Croke Park Hotel, Dublin

BONUSES:

• A travel backpack
• A travel adapter
• Rain pauncho (yes it rains in Ireland - helps keep everything green)
• Luggage Straps
• Luggage Tags
• Document Wallet

TRAVEL INSURANCE:

Travel Insurance is mandatory for this trip - we will be happy to provide you a quote.

If you have coverage elsewhere, we will require a copy of that coverage, policy number and emergency phone numbers.

You will need cancelation, interruption, flight accident, baggage/personal effects and Emergency Medical Insurance (minimum of 2 million)

HOW TO BOOK:

Email arauh@thetravelagentnextdoor.com

THE FINE PRINT:

• The tour operator can change the hotels or itinerary as needed 
• Gratuities are not included and a tipping guide will be provided prior to departure
• Depending on the numbers, the tour may be shared with other guests - male and female, but we will keep our group together for activities
• We may have an optional extension into Scotland - details are TBA

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