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Ireland: Charming Villages, Traditional Tales & Hiking the Dingle Peninsula
Ireland: Charming Villages, Traditional Tales & Hiking the Dingle Peninsula
The Emerald Isle – where lively tunes flow from cozy pubs, rolling green hills capture your soul, and tales of ancient legends are shared by local storytellers who bring history to life. Picture yourself spending eight unforgettable days in one of the world’s most enchanting lands, wandering along dramatic coastlines, exploring fairytale castles, and stepping into the rich past of historic manors and medieval sites. Revel in the vibrant spirit of Ireland’s people, soak up breathtaking landscapes, and savour every magical moment. This is Ireland at its finest – ready to give you memories (and maybe a few Irish dance moves) that will stay with you forever.
Highlights
Stand in awe on the stunning Cliffs of Moher, Daydream about yesteryear hearing tales of Irish history told by locals, Wander through historic castles and medieval buildings, Hike along scenic coastal trails on the Dingle Peninsula, Discover quaint Irish villages and lush rolling landscapes
Accommodation
Hotels (7nts).
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12
Meals Included
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
What’s Included
Your OMG Day: Sea Kayaking Excursion or Scenic Boat Ride, Parknasilla House
Your Local Living Moment: Tea & Scones, Inisheer. Visit the Rock of Cashel. Guided tour of Spike Island with a storyteller. Visit the villages of Bantry, Glengarriff, Casteltown-Bearhaven and Eyeries along the Beara Peninsula. Seashore walk along the Kenmare Bay with a local expert. Lunch at Tom Crean’s Brewery. Visit the Muckross House. Hike to the Torc Waterfall in Killarney National Park. Drive along the stunning Slea Head Drive, part of the Ring of Kerry. Hike the Hike Lub na Cille coastal trail with a local guide. Visit Adare and Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. Bicycle tour of Inisheer Island. Visit the Cliffs of Moher with a local guide. Farewell dinner with live music. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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The Irish Republic's second largest city is a surprisingly appealing place - you'll find time passes effortlessly during the day, and by night the pub scene is lively. The town center is uniquely situated on an island between two channels of the Lee River. North of the river, in the Shandon area, is an interesting historic part of the city, if a bit run down today. Sights to the south include Protestant St Finbarr's Cathedral, the Cork Museum (largely given over to the nationalist struggle in which Cork played an important role), the 19th century Cork Jail, the City Hall and numerous churches, breweries and chapels.
Cork prides itself on its cultural pursuits, and apart from a heap of cozy pubs, the Cork Opera House, Crawford Art Gallery and Firkin Crane Centre offer both traditional and mainstream fare. A popular day trip from Cork is to Blarney Castle, where even the most un-touristy visitor may feel compelled to kiss the Blarney Stone. Cork is around five hours to the south of Dublin by bus. |
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Ennis is an ideal centre for touring around County Clare. Whether you'd like to banquet at 15th century Bunratty Castle, visit the delightful lakes of East Clare or explore the isolated loop head coastline, everything is a short drive from Ennis. Ennis is the county town and the main road junction of County Clare. Although an old town with narrow winding streets, it is a progressive business and marketing centre. The River Shannon and Lough Derg form the eastern boundary of County Clare. On the West is the wonderfully varied Atlantic coast, with mighty cliffs, caverns and sandy bays. To the north, this rugged coast rises nearly 700 feet above the sea in the form of the sheer Cliffs of Moher; here also is the amazing limestone district called the Burren, with its many caves, underground streams and rare flora. On the South is the broad Shannon estuary, where Ireland's greatest river meets the sea. The origins of Ennis date back to 1240, when Donnchadh Caribreach O'Brien helped to establish the Franciscan Order in Ennis, by his offer of hospitality to wandering Friars. The old Abbey, which was built shortly afterwards, is one of the most famous and beautiful National Monuments in the Shannon region. |
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06/12/25 - 06/19/25 |
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10/15/25 - 10/22/25 |
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05/17/26 - 05/31/26 |
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06/14/26 - 06/28/26 |
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07/26/26 - 08/23/26 |
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09/06/26 - 09/20/26 |
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10/04/26 - 10/11/26 |
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The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
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Itinerary Disclaimer
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
