Luxury Private Guided 10 Day Tours of Ireland
Day 1: Arrive in Dublin and met by Driver (Flight)
Transfer to Dublin city centre for a panoramic tour of the city via O’Connell Street and the General Post Office, Four Courts, The Custom House and Phoenix Park. On the south side of the city, we will pass by Grafton Street, Trinity College, The Georgian Quarter and The Guinness Store House, then we’ll transfer you to the hotel for 3pm check-in. After this we would recommend a free afternoon in Dublin as you will be tired after your flight.
Customised Private Tours of Ireland
Day 2: Older than Stonehenge & Egyptian pyramids
First you will enjoy breakfast in your hotel, then we travel to Newgrange. (Approx 1 hr minute drive) Newgrange is a Stone Age (Neolithic) monument in the Boyne Valley, County Meath, it is the jewel in the crown of Ireland's Ancient East, and a World Heritage Site. Newgrange was constructed about 5,200 years ago, making it older than Stonehenge and the Great Pyramids of Giza. We'll drive home via Howth Head along the coastline, and on to the Jameson Whiskey tour in Smithsfield for the World’s leading distillery tours, cocktail-making classes, premium whiskey tasting sessions and learn how to blend your own whiskey.
Hassle-free Guided Tours of Ireland's Ancient East and the Wild Atlantic Way
Day 3: Ireland's most famous monastic site
Glendalough is home to one of the most important monastic sites in Ireland, founded in the 6th century and from this developed the “Monastic City”. Most of the buildings that survive today date from the 10th through 12th centuries. Close to the monastic city is the interactive centre. The centre features an audio visual and has a model of the monastic site on display. We'll drive home via the Sally Gap, where there are spectacular views of the surrounding blanket bog and the Wicklow Mountains.
Day 4: Ireland's most spectacular historic site
Depart Dublin city for Cork via The Rock of Cashel in the morning, iconic in its historic significance, possessing the most impressive cluster of medieval buildings in Ireland. Among the monuments to be found there is a round tower, a high cross, a Romanesque chapel, a Gothic cathedral, an abbey, the Hall of the Vicars Choral and a fifteenth-century Tower House. The Rock of Cashel is one of Ireland’s most spectacular and most visited tourist attractions. We depart Cashel bound for Cobh, which is situated overlooking Cork Harbour. The Cobh Museum exhibitions reflect the cultural, social and maritime history of Cobh and the Great Island.
Day 5: Kiss the legendary Blarney Stone
Departing hotel we'll first visit the coastal enclave of Kinsale, with its spectacular waterfront setting and mediaeval influences. Brightly coloured buildings vie for attention with the glorious harbour which sustains the town. Next we travel to the majestic Blarney Castle which is nestled away in the County Cork countryside, just outside the city. One of the most famous castles on the island, Blarney is a romantic partial ruin set in glorious countryside. At the heart of Blarney Castle lies one of its quirkiest attractions. Kissed by world statesmen, literary giants and films stars, the huge Blarney Stone is said to impart the gift of eloquence or “the gift of the gab” to those who kiss it. We return to Cork city where we'll stay for the night.
Day 6: Discover Killarney National Park
Depart Cork city travel to Killarney via Moll’s Gap, a mountain pass through Killarney National Park. Discover the exceptional panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, lakes and wild forests!
Next we begin a tour of Muckross House and Gardens in Killarney National Park. This is Ireland's oldest National Park and it includes the world famous Lakes of Killarney, as well as the mountains and woodlands that surround them. The Walled Garden Centre and Mucros Craft Shop are located within the Walled Garden Centre. Free afternoon in Killarney.
Day 7: The spectacularly scenic Cliffs of Moher
Arriving at the Cliffs of Moher, you will be struck by their enormity. The cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and run for 8 kilometres along the western seaboard of County Clare. The sheer height of the cliffs and the spectacular views are sure to leave a lasting impression. During your 2 hours stop, you can choose to Visit O’Brien’s Tower, which stands proudly on a headland off the cliffs, and enjoy amazing views of the Aran Islands and Galway Bay. The Burren & Cliffs of Moher was voted a UNESCO site in 2015.
Day 8: The dramatic scenery of Connemara
We start off our Connemara tour, we'll take you out the coast road through Spiddal, the gateway to Connemara, where we can visit an authentic Irish crafts, fashion & gift shop, Standún.
We follow the road along to Casla, and onwards to Maam Cross which brings us through to Maam Valley and in to the heart of Joyce country and on to Leenane which is on the southern shore of Killary Harbour. This beautiful place forms a natural border between Galway and Mayo. Pine Island is nearby on Derryclare Lake, and is one of the most photographed islands in Ireland. The location combined with the dramatic Scot’s Pine Trees makes it a favourite photo stop along the N59.
Day 9: Discover the hidden secrets of Sligo
We start off our personalised day tour discovering the hidden secrets of Sligo; Rosses Point, Drumcliffe, Mullaghmore and the Horseshoe Valley are just some of the many places where the scenery is truly spectacular. Glencar Lake and Waterfall, Parkes Castle, Lake Isle of Innisfree, Markree Castle, the holy well at Tobernault, Carrowmore Tombs, Knocknarea and Strandhill are amongst many of the attractions well worth visiting in the north west of Ireland.
Overnight stay in The Glasshouse Hotel
Day 10: Travel back to Dublin airport
Breakfast in The Glasshouse Hotel, and then travel back to Dublin airport for a journey home after an amazing 10 day adventure around Ireland.
“I would like to commend our driver during our recent trip to Ireland. Tom Feeney was both knowledgeable about the areas of the country that we visited and extremely personable. He was able to keep the attention of three generations of our family both interested and entertained throughout our time together. Best Regards ”
Ed Wynne
