Charming Dunmore East Village in County Waterford, Ireland

Five Star Romantic Road Trip Vacation in Ireland

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Customizable Itinerary

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Countries Visited

Ireland

Places Visited

Dublin, Waterford, Glendalough, Kilkenny...

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Suggested Duration

10 Days

Ancient history and emerald countryside offer hidden romance during your Ireland tour perfect for newlyweds or adoring couples. Your personalized adventure balances ultimate luxury and captivating scenery, enchanting folklore, and charming villages. Relish in distinct Irish flavors in a restaurant with candlelit magnetism beneath Dublin’s streets. Stroll arm-in-arm through lavish gardens protected by dramatic stone walls. Hold each other...

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Trip Highlights

  • Indulge in the romantic ambiance of the charming towns, enchanting villages, and captivating landscape along the Ring of Kerry
  • Delight in the beauty of five-star accommodations situated in renovated grand castles, which embody prestige, elegance, and modern luxury
  • Stroll along the unique limestone rock formations of Burren on the mesmerizing scenery of Clare County
  • Cruise the waters of the Atlantic Ocean for a panoramic view of the fantastical Cliffs of Moher
  • Visit the stunning 19th-century estate of Kylemore Abbey to wander amongst the gardens, sip high tea, and explore the more than 33 bedrooms
  • Engage with tradition by visiting Blarney Castle and kissing the celebrated Blarney Stone, which legend says was the boulder upon which Irish kings were adorned
  • Relish a passionate stroll along the Sky Road circling back to Clifden for a sunset embrace over the western Atlantic coastline
  • Bask in the seductive ambiance of a two-star Michelin restaurant known for fusing traditional Irish and delectable French flavors in Dublin

Detailed Description

Your Ireland tour embraces romance, passion, and indulgence of the commonly overlooked pleasures of the Emerald Isle. The country is known for charming villages, dramatic coastlines, castles, and pubs, and your 10-day tour immerses you in the seductive scenery and cultural history often overlooked by travelers. Whether on a honeymoon or a dreamy getaway, your Ireland tour will provide comfort in castles and love in secluded landscapes. The adventure begins with your arrival in Dublin. Your private transfer greets you at the airport and escorts you to a gorgeous hotel at the heart of the city, which first opened in the early 19th century.

Dublin is the perfect introduction to Ireland, providing a blend of cosmopolitan appeal and traditional Irish charm. Explore the lively streets and welcoming ambiance before a sensational dinner at a two-star Michelin restaurant. Your car offers you complete freedom for where to stop and how long you can stay in any town, village, or landscape while traversing Ireland, taking you down to Waterford by way of Kilkenny and Wexford. Watch how the famous crystal is made or enjoy a lakeside stroll with Gin Glendalough. Take your time visiting Blarney Castle to embrace tradition and kiss the Blarney Stone. Wander the streets of Cork for a fabulous view of traditional Irish life and cosmopolitan culture.

The Ring of Kerry provides unique landscapes and marvelous villages in which you can enjoy views to the beaches or visit preserved stone castles. Relish the grandeur and tranquility of Dromoland Castle. Take a cruise for a private view of the Cliffs of Moher and walk along the stone mounds of the Burren. Castles and villages provide a storybook ambiance in which you can foster romance and love across the Irish landscape. In Connemara, you discover the gardens of Kylemore Abbey, the elegance of Ashford Castle, and the enchanting ambiance of Cong town, and a seductive sunset while on the Sky Road offer perfect views of a seaside sunset. You return the car in Galway, enjoying the beauty of the western city before traveling to Galway International Airport for your flight home.

Starting Price

$10,600 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service

4.86 stars based on 464 reviews.

Ireland Trip Review: Dublin, Kinsale, Killarney, Galway,...

We had a great 10-day trip. Zicasso’s travel designer was super-responsive in working through our itinerary and on our trip itself. We traveled to Dublin, Kinsale, Killarney, and Galway. The hotels were all central, close to town and trains. All of the drivers and guides were prompt and on time. I would definitely recommend our agent.


Reviewed By Joanne L.

Scotland Vacation Review: Castles, 12 Nights

We were extremely happy with the support we received from Zicasso’s travel designer in planning our trip to Ireland and Scotland. The recommended trip itinerary allowed us to leverage our shorter time in Ireland and really get to experience a lot of Scotland, where we spent more of the vacation.

We were very happy with the selected hotels and the guides in each country. Transportation was well planned and went smoothly.

Reviewed By Nancy B.

Scotland, Ireland Travel Review: `Dublin, Galway, Edinburgh,...

I was completely satisfied with the Zicasso travel company. Our agent did a great job of planning our itinerary, including all the places we requested and selecting excellent hotels and outings. Everything went smoothly and I had a wonderful experience.

Reviewed By Elinor G.

Ireland Travel Review: Scenery, Architecture, History, Aran...

Zicasso's travel planners were great to work with, giving us great flexibility in tailoring our tour exactly the way we wanted it. They offered us good options for the activities we were interested in (sheep farm, falconry experience), fitting them within our schedule.

The schedule worked very well for us, striking the right balance between checking all the places we wanted to see and activities we wanted to experience, and giving us just the right amount of relaxation time in between. We brought back wonderful memories from our trip!

Reviewed By Arvind M.

Ireland Tour Review: Bru Na Boinne Burial Grounds, Rock...

We had a great trip to Ireland! I appreciated how Zicasso's travel company helped plan the trip, listening to where I thought we wanted to go and making suggestions to create the trip plan. All of the guides and drivers did well and we enjoyed getting to know them.

Even though the weather did not cooperate for several days, we enjoyed seeing other sights. We also enjoyed all of the hotels we stayed at. Overall, the travel company did an excellent job and we would use them again!

Reviewed By Mildred H.

Ireland Trip Review: Golf, History, 10 Days

Our trip was well-crafted and included a wide array of experiences. The guides Zicasso's travel company provided and the accommodations were first-rate and memorable. We were very pleased with a trip that included many memories.

Reviewed By Doug D.

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