The cries of patriots and the songs of poets fill the air, the smells of delicious Irish fare and the strains of Celtic music wafts from the halls of boisterous pubs, and the dazzling landscapes will fill your eyes and brighten your heart. With all of this, and so much more, no wonder so many shout “Ireland Forever.”
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Dublin – Welcome to Ireland’s Charming Capital
You enter the Emerald Isle at Dublin International Airport, where a taxi or pre-arranged driver waits to take you to the city center of this unique and unforgettable city. From its wide walkways to the Georgian townhouses lining the streets, Dublin is one of the best cities on Earth to explore by foot. Members of the literati will be particularly taken by the bronze plaques throughout Dublin referencing eponymous passages found in Joyce’s Ulysses, while less high-brow perambulations can be based on nothing more than a leisurely crawl from one pub to the next. From the verdant squares at Merrion and St. Stephens Green to the hustle of bustle of shoppers on Henry and Grafton Street, Dublin has offerings for all sorts of travellers, along with warm and welcoming people that will make you feel like a true Dubliner even before your first pint.
What's Included:
Day 2
Dublin – Touring the Center of the Emerald Isle
Day 3
Killarney – Into the Irish Countryside
Day 4
Killarney – Planet Earth’s Best Drive
Day 5
Galway – Heading North on the Atlantic Coast
Day 6
Galway – Touring Connemara, the Celtic Kinglands
Day 7
Dromoland – A Night in a Castle and a Lordly Dinner
Day 8
Shannon – Departing the Emerald Isle
Trip Highlights
- Walk in the footsteps of literary giants through the singular streets of Dublin, on your way to such sights as the National Gallery, Phoenix Park, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral
- Take in the undulations of the peaks in County Wicklow before heading west into the rugged handsomeness of County Kerry
- Ride through the foothills of Macgillycuddy’s Reeks and past the many varied landmarks of the immaculate Ring of Kerry
- Witness the splendor of the Atlantic coast in the seaside towns of Adare and Galway, and the stretch of land and sea from the towering Cliffs of Moher
- Explore Connemara in the heart of Gaelic Ireland and Kylemore Abbey, one of the most elegant monasteries on Earth
- Spend the evening in the kingly Dromoland Castle before enjoying dinner at the Earl of Thromond, recipient of a Michelin star
Detailed Description
The island of Ireland may be one of the smallest landmasses on the planet, but it is also unquestionably one of the richest. From the green expanses in County Wicklow and the ragged cut of country rising from the sea at the Cliffs of Moher, to the literary power of Dublin and the Celtic culture of Connemara, this seven-day vacation will introduce you to Ireland in all of its crowning glory.
Walk the streets of Joyce, Shaw, Beckett and Wilde in peerless Dublin, and visit the Book of Kells, the world’s most famous manuscript. Visit the medieval monastery built by St. Kevin at Glendalough and the modern-day abbey at Kylemore. Gaze upon the indescribable splendor of County Kerry and the islands dotting the Atlantic Ocean beyond the shore. Rest assured, by the end of your trip, you will have seen the very best that this noteworthy nation has to offer.
You’ve seen the verdant stretches and the towering peaks, heard the driving jigs and haunting slow airs, tasted the famous exports and felt the pull of its romantic people. Cosmopolitan cities and quaint country towns, plunging valleys and pounding shores, and the stirring culture of this literary world power all are here awaiting your arrival. There’s never been a better time to visit the magnificent isle of Eire.
Related information: for additional tour selections, Zicasso offers custom, escorted, and luxury tours to Ireland throughout the year.
Starting Price
$5,200 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 451 reviews.
We had an absolutely magnificent trip to Ireland and Scotland, beautifully planned and organized by Zicasso's travel company. The communication with our agent was fantastic and she tailored a trip that perfectly fit everything we wanted. From personal tours with locals in each area to excellent recommendations for meals and other activities, we had a wonderful family trip!
Reviewed By Katherine P.
This Ireland trip was absolutely incredible. Our family of 13 ranged from three to 70 years old and we loved it so much. Working with Zicasso’s travel agent was so easy. During the planning stage, she accommodated my calls and emails, executing perfectly on a flawless itinerary.
We loved starting out in Dublin and then traveling to the stunning Irish countryside by way of private driver. We saw so much, from the Rock of Cashel to the Blarney Stone, the English market in Cork, and the café in Cork, which was a highlight for us!
Our absolute favorite accommodation was our lodge in County Kerry, which was a stunning property that took our experience to the next level.
The Gap of Dunloe and Cliffs of Moher were two of our favorite tours.
The travel company handled all the logistics with precision! Every transfer, tour, and activity was meticulously planned, allowing my family and me to fully immerse without worry. And our guide/driver, well, he was the absolute best. He became the 14th family member by the end of our eight-day road trip together!
Reviewed By Haneen S.
Zicasso's travel agents were so helpful and polite. They kept us continuously updated on changes to the itinerary or the day, and made some great suggestions for plans throughout the United Kingdom.
Reviewed By Robert+ M.
The preparation support was exceptional. Zicasso's travel consultant found activities and lodging that fit our ideas and requests quite well. She adjusted certain activities based on our reactions to the original plan. Responsiveness was fantastic. The trip itself worked out very consistently with the plan. The one occasion when we needed help, the support was immediate.
Reviewed By Jeff S.
Zicasso's travel partner created our dream vacation and their attention to detail was absolutely spectacular! They went above and beyond to ensure my daughter had a memorable trip!
Reviewed By Wendy N.
We had a wonderful trip. Everything was executed flawlessly, which made it so easy and relaxing for us. The hotels that were chosen were great. Our driver/guide was amazing and the perfect companion.
The only advice I would give is to include driving times on the itinerary so we would know how far things were from each other. But I would 100% recommend Zicasso's travel company to anyone traveling to Ireland. I can’t wait to go again!
Reviewed By Katie M.