Embark on an enchanting journey through the heart of Ireland, where each day unfolds a new chapter of captivating experiences. From the vibrant streets of Dublin to the serene landscapes of Connemara, immerse yourself in the rich culture, history, and crafts of this remarkable country.
Ireland
Dublin
to
Dublin
Day 1
Dublin
Wednesday
14 August 2024
14 August 2024
Arrive at Dublin Airport and make your way to your hotel
- Welcome dinner this evening
Accommodation: Aloft Dublin City Hotel, or similar (2 nights)
Day 2
Dublin
Thursday
15 August 2024
15 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Morning tour of Dublin
- Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral
- Visit Trinity College Old Library – Book of Kells
- Visit National Museum
- Afternoon at leisure
Day 3
Kilkenny
Friday
16 August 2024
16 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Check out of Dublin hotel, travel by private coach to Kilkenny
- Morning workshop at Apple Tree Crafts (subject to availability)
- Visit Avoca Mill for a hand weaving demonstration
- Afternoon walking tour of Kilkenny with a local guide
- Dinner at a local restaurant this evening
Accommodation: Langton’s Hotel Kilkenny, or similar (2 nights)
Day 4
Kilkenny
Saturday
17 August 2024
17 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Local touring today in a private coach
- Visit a local farm to see Zwartbles sheep (subject to availability)
- Travel to Graiguenamanagh
- Visit Cushendale Woollen Mills for a guided tour
- Return to Kilkenny
- Visit Kilkenny Castle with a local guide
Day 5
Cork
Sunday
18 August 2024
18 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Check out of Kilkenny hotel, travel by private coach
- Visit Blarney Castle and shopping at Blarney Woolen Mills
- Arrive Cork, afternoon at leisure
- Dinner in the hotel restaurant this evening
Accommodation: Cork’s Vienna Woods Hotel & Villa’s, or similar (1 night)
Day 6
Killarney
Monday
19 August 2024
19 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Check out of Cork hotel
- Morning walking tour of Cork with a local guide
- Travel by private coach for the day
- Stop in Kenmare to view the town
- Arrive Eirk and drive on to view Molls Gaps
- Arrive Derrycunihy and stop at Ladies Viewpoint
- Drive through Killarney National Park
- Arrive Dromyrourk and visit Muckross House and farm
- Arrive Killarney – remainder of the day at leisure
Accomodation: The Brehon or similar (1 night)
Day 7
Galway
Tuesday
20 August 2024
20 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Check out Killarney hotel and travel by private coach
- Arrive Lislarkin North and visit the Cliffs of Moher
- Arrive Galway
- Dinner at a local restaurant this evening
Accommodation: Jurys Inn Galway, or similar (4 nights)
Day 8
Galway
Wednesday
21 August 2024
21 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Travel by coach today
- Arrive and visit Quilt Yarn Stitch Shop
- Arrive Glen Keen Farm, enjoy a guided tour
- Return to Galway
- Afternoon walking tour with a local guide
Day 9
Galway
Thursday
22 August 2024
22 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Travel by private coach today
- Arrive Rossaveel and take the ferry to Aran Island of Inis Mor
- Enjoy a mini bus tour and pub lunch before returning to Galway
Day 10
Galway
Friday
23 August 2024
23 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Travel by private coach today
- Arrive Spiddal and visit Spiddal Craft Village
- Arrive Connemara and visit Kllemore Abbey
- Return to Galway for the evening
Day 11
Letterkenny
Saturday
24 August 2024
24 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Check out of Galway hotel and travel by private coach to Letterkenny
- Arrive Donegal and visit Donegal Studio for a handweavers demonstration
- Enjoy free time to explore Donegal before continuing on to Letterkenny
Accommodation: Raddison Blu, or similar (2 nights)
Day 12
Letterkenny
Sunday
25 August 2024
25 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Travel by private coach today
- Arrive Ballybofey and enjoy a knitting workshop at Edel McBride workshop (subject to availability
- Afternoon, arrive Glenveagh and visit Glenveagh Castle
- Return to Letterkenny
- Dinner at the hotel this evening
Day 13
Cavan
Monday
26 August 2024
26 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Check out of Letterkenny hotel and travel by private coach today
- Arrive Belleek and visit Belleek Pottery for a guided tour
- Arrive Donegal and visit Donegal Craft Village
- Arrive Cavan
Accommodation: Raddison Blu, or similar (2 nights)
Day 14
Cavan
Tuesday
27 August 2024
27 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Travel by private coach today
- Arrive Knocknaveagh and enjoy a crochet workshop
- Arrive Trim and visit Trim Castle
- Return to Cavan for the evening
Day 15
Dublin
Wednesday
28 August 2024
28 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Check out of Cavan hotel and travel by private coach today
- Arrive Bellymakenny and enjoy a wool spinning workshop at Aine Dunne Fine Art Tapestry Studio (subject to availability)
- Arrive Drogheda and enjoy a walking tour with Cyril and Martin
- Arrive Dublin and check into your hotel
- Farewell dinner at the hotel this evening
Accommodation: Aloft Dublin City or similar (1 night)
Day 16
Dublin
Thursday
29 August 2024
29 August 2024
- Breakfast in the hotel dining room
- Check out of Dublin hotel and farewell to you all as our Irish ramble comes to
an end
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Tour Cost
Share with a friend: NZ$8,500pp
Single Occupancy: NZ$10,500
Deposit to pay on confirmation of your tour is NZ$2,500
Final payment is due 90 days before the tour commences
Please read Terms & Conditions
Tour Size
The maximum number on this tour is 12 adults
Tour Dates
Wednesday 14th – Thursday 29th August 2024 (16 days)
Inclusions
Tour escort throughout
15 Nights 4★ accommodation
15 Breakfasts
01 Lunch
08 Evening meals
20 Entrance fees to included sights as indicated in this itinerary
Exclusions
Airfares – We can assist with these separately
Airport transfers, unless stated in the tour itinerary
Travel insurance
Meals and drinks not mentioned in the tour itinerary
Personal purchases