Itinerary

1. Overnight Flight

   This is your chance to experience a seldom-explored side of Ireland. From the vaults of Christ Church Cathedral to the rolling hills of Dingle, we’ll bring you back to your Irish roots (even if you don’t have any).

   Accommodation: Hampton Hotel

2. Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins

   Fáilte and welcome to Dublin, Ireland’s cosmopolitan capital. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a welcome reception in the crypt of Christ Church Cathedral.* Within the medieval walls of the city’s oldest structure, surrounded by nearly 1,000 years of Irish myths and legends, toast the start of an incredible adventure.

   Accommodation: Garryvoe Hotel, East Cork

3. Dublin

   A local expert escorts you through Dublin’s magnificent sights. Exalt in the culture and color of Ireland’s world-famous shopping thoroughfare, Grafton Street. Get lost inside the gardens of St. Stephen’s Green, and marvel at the electric green expanse of the largest enclosed city park in all of Europe, Phoenix Park. This afternoon you may join an optional tour to a traditional pub for lunch, followed by a visit to the Guinness Storehouse. This evening, enjoy authentic Irish cuisine at a local restaurant.

   Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
   Accommodation: Garryvoe Hotel, East Cork

4. Dublin - Irish National Stud - Cashel - East Cork

   Take to Ireland’s country roads. Tour the Irish National Stud, an area of incredible natural beauty that’s home to regal thoroughbreds and opulent gardens. Continue south to the awe-inspiring Rock of Cashel. Be amazed by its imposing facade and visit the spot where St. Patrick preached.

   Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
   Accommodation: Dingle Harbour Lodge

5. East Cork - Kinsale - Midleton - East Cork

   This morning head to the coastal town of Kinsale. Enjoy time to peruse the charming shops, galleries and cafes before joining a local expert for a leisurely walking tour. Later this afternoon, visit the Old Midleton Distillery, home of Jameson Irish Whiskey. Give it a go with a tasting of the distillery’s production.

   Meals: Breakfast
   Accommodation: Dingle Harbour Lodge

6. East Cork - Garnish Island - Dingle

   Travel through forty shades of green before arriving in the charming village of Glengarriff. Board a ferry and sail to a place that must be seen to be believed, Garnish Island. Sheltered in the Glengarriff harbor of Bantry Bay, this hidden island is home to one of Ireland’s most beautiful gardens. Continue over the Cork and Kerry mountains onto the colorful town of Dingle, located on the Dingle Peninsula. Tonight, settle into a charming seaside lodge — your home for two nights.

   Meals: Breakfast
   Accommodation: Aran Islands Hotel

7. Dingle - Dingle Peninsula - Dingle

   This morning explore the spectacular scenery of the Dingle Peninsula, with a drive along Slea Head, with its enchanting hills and weather-worn bluffs. The locals will remind you that beyond the water “the next parish over is Boston.” Then, it’s your choice! Take a walk along the coast from Dunquin Pier, a secluded bay surrounded by cliffs -OR- visit the Blasket Centre, which shares the story of the people of the Blasket Islands, highlighting their struggles with the elements and the tenacity of their community. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the colorful streets and harbor of Dingle. This evening dinner will be at a pub located in a nearby village.

   Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
   Accommodation: Old Ground Hotel

8. Dingle - Aran Islands (Inishmore)

   Leave the rugged southern coast behind and embark on an adventure, the likes of which you’ve never seen. Board a ferry bound for Inishmore, the largest of the three Aran Islands.** Upon arriving in Inishmore’s ethereal landscape, take a private tour through the labyrinth of stone walls blanketing the island. Visit the east of the island and see the Old Cromwellian Castle and Port Aodh. Learn about the island’s 850 inhabitants, their livelihoods and devotion to traditional culture and customs. As the last ferry leaves for mainland Ireland, breathe in the fresh Atlantic air and settle into your cozy island chalet. The humble accommodations in the heart of Inishmore allow the striking, rocky coast to be the star of your stay.

   Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

9. Aran Islands (Inishmore) - Cliffs of Moher - Ennis

   In the morning, visit Dun Aonghusa, a prehistoric hill fort facing the Atlantic Ocean. Continue to the Seven Churches, a pilgrimage site in the Middle Ages. After, you’ll meet a family who harvests seaweed, and taste the unique flavor of this nutrient-rich food that supported Ireland’s people during times of famine. Nearby, get a glimpse at a colony of seals on your way to visit another family-run enterprise: a goat farm. Savor the flavors of their locally-produced cheese during a sampling. Later, enjoy time in Kilronan village to explore and see the famous Aran sweaters. After, take in unrivalled views while sailing beneath the iconic Cliffs of Moher. This evening, after ferrying back to the mainland, toast the end of an incredible adventure!

   Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

10. Ennis - Tour Ends

    Your journey comes to a close today, leaving you with the spirit of Ireland in your heart forever.

    Meals: Breakfast