Ultimate Ireland
Ultimate Ireland
Ultimate Ireland
12 Days Starting in Belfast and ending in Shannon
Visiting: Belfast, Giant's Causeway, Londonderry, Strangford, Dublin, Glendalough, Kilkenny, Cashel, Blarney, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Adare, Galway, Cliffs of Moher, Ashford Castle, Shannon
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Tour Overview
From the Titanic shipyards in Belfast to the dance halls in Killarney, this tour of the Emerald Isle is guaranteed to delight. In Dublin, step into the Little Museum for a private after-hours meeting with esteemed author and museum founder Trevor White. Arrive at Ashford Castle in regal style as you’re escorted over the drawbridge by a lone piper. Then choose between a private tour of the 800-year-old castle, or a one-of-a-kind falconry experience at Ireland’s oldest falconry school.The Activity Level of this tour is Leisurely, meaning there is 1 to 2 miles of walking per day on primarily flat surfaces with some stairs.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Energetic Belfast
Location: Belfast
Accommodation: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast.
Meals Included: Dinner
On arrival, your private chauffeur will be waiting to take you to your luxury hotel. Visit The Observatory Bar and take in glittering views of the city stretching into the distance, before savouring an a la carte dinner of Northern Irish favourites to celebrate your Ireland luxury tour.
Day 2: Highlights Of Belfast Relaxed Start
Location: Belfast
Accommodation: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Visit the world-class Titanic Museum for a vivid picture of the past , before customising your time in Belfast. Step out with a Local Expert and explore the City Hall, prestigious Queen's University and Parliament Building at Stormont or meet a local artist to discover Belfast’s progressive street art.
Day 3: Giant's Causeway And Londonderry
Location: Belfast, Giant's Causeway, Londonderry, Belfast
Accommodation: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Experience Northern Ireland's most spectacular geological wonder, the UNESCO Listed Giant's Causeway on a private tour with a Local Ranger. On arrival in Londonderry, Local Guide Ronan, one of Northern Ireland's best storytellers, will captivate you with his deep knowledge of history and politics.
Day 4: Strangford Lough And Vibrant Dublin Relaxed Start
Location: Strangford, Dublin
Accommodation: Dylan Hotel, Dublin.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Sweet aromas and a slow food ethos await at Tracey's Farmhouse. Explore the organic farm and learn how to make traditional Irish soda bread before enjoying a farm-to-table lunch. Continue to Dublin for a tour of the city’s key sights including a tasting experience at the Guinness Storehouse, or tour Pearse Lyons Distillery and enjoy a whiskey tasting.
Day 5: A Truly Irish Experience
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Dylan Hotel, Dublin.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A visit to Trinity College unveils the 9th century Book of Kells. At a VIP, after-hours visit to the Little Museum of Dublin, sip Prosecco with the museum founder Trevor White as he shares his local stories.
Day 6: Glendalough To Kilkenny Relaxed Start
Location: Dublin, Glendalough, Kilkenny
Accommodation: Lyrath Estate, Kilkenny.
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a Relaxed Start, explore Glendalough, the "glen of two lakes" with a Local Expert. Stroll Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile linking Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice’s Cathedral. Your own historic residence, Lyrath Estate, is set within sprawling acres of lakes, gardens and woodlands.
Day 7: Banter In Blarney
Location: Kilkenny, Cashel, Blarney, Killarney
Accommodation: The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens (Superior Rooms), Killarney.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
See classic Ireland in Cashel, famous for its medieval structures including the spectacular Rock of Cashel. Visit Blarney Castle to take part in the legend of kissing the Blarney Stone. This evening join the locals at a home hosted dinner with entertainment and dancing.
Day 8: Scenic Ring Of Kerry Relaxed Start
Location: Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Killarney
Accommodation: The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens (Superior Rooms), Killarney.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey into Killarney National Park, winding along the iconic Ring of Kerry. Travel back in time with a traditional jaunting car ride, enjoying views of Ireland's highest Mountain Range, the MacGillycuddy's Reeks. Explore the town of Kenmare before indulging in a gourmet lunch at the Park Hotel.
Day 9: Exploring Dingle Relaxed Start
Location: Killarney, Dingle, Adare, Galway
Accommodation: Glenlo Abbey, Galway
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Admire dramatic mountains and windswept sands along Dingle Peninsula. In Adare, discover the charming thatched-roof cottages, castles and abbeys before continuing to Galway's Glenlo Abbey, an 18th century estate overlooking Lough Corrib.
Day 10: Regal County Mayo Relaxed Start
Location: Galway, Cliffs of Moher, Ashford Castle
Accommodation: Ashford Castle, Cong.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breathtaking views continue through County Clare to the Cliffs of Moher. Your stay at the 5-star Ashford Castle begins with a royal welcome as a lone piper escorts you over the drawbridge to this estate, once home to the Guinness family. Tonight, savour specialties from a seasonal menu at the Castle’s Cullen's at the Cottage.
Day 11: Majestic Ashford Castle Relaxed Start
Location: Ashford Castle
Accommodation: Ashford Castle, Cong.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Indulge in another Relaxed Start with the option of breakfast in-bed room service. Get acquainted with elegant birds of prey at the oldest established falconry school in Ireland or delve into the Castle’s history on a guided historical tour. Then treat yourself to a spa or stroll the magnificent castle grounds. End the last full day of your Belfast to Shannon luxury tour dining in style at the esteemed George V Dining Room.
Day 12: Depart Shannon
Location: Shannon
Meals Included: Breakfast
Conclude your travels in Ireland with a private transfer to Shannon Airport.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.
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A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.
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Who travels with Luxury Gold?
We are delighted to welcome guests who have a shared love of travel, adventure, entertainment and exploration. A mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends and family join us from all over the English-speaking world.
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