Ireland
Emerald isle of cliffs, castles and craic

Classic Ireland Explorer

8 daysClassic CulturalDublin · Galway · Cliffs of Moher · Killarney · Cork

Ireland's greatest hits in one loop, Dublin's Georgian heart, the Atlantic cliffs of Clare, the lakes of Killarney and the Ring of Kerry, ending in Cork.

Sample day by day

Your journey, step by step

A suggested flow for Classic Ireland Explorer. Every day is flexible, we build the final routing, pace and hotels around you.

1
Dublin
Day 1

Dublin

Your journey begins in Dublin. Arrival and welcome; transfer to your hotel in Dublin. Timings stay flexible, with room to linger where you like.

2
Dublin
Day 2

Dublin

On to Dublin. Trinity College and the Book of Kells, then the Guinness Storehouse and its rooftop Gravity Bar. Your guide sets an easy pace, leaving space to wander or simply take it in.

3
Galway
Day 3

Galway

Today brings you to Galway. Drive west to Galway, stopping at the medieval town of Kilkenny en route. We build in free time so the day feels unhurried, never rushed.

4
Cliffs of Moher
Day 4

Cliffs of Moher

Today brings you to Cliffs of Moher. Visit the towering Cliffs of Moher, then continue south into County Kerry. There's room to add an optional experience or keep the day open.

5
Killarney
Day 5

Killarney

Today brings you to Killarney. Explore Killarney National Park's lakes, mountains and Muckross House. Evenings are yours, whether to explore further or unwind.

6
Ring of Kerry
Day 6

Ring of Kerry

Today brings you to Ring of Kerry. Drive the full Ring of Kerry loop around the Iveragh Peninsula. The rhythm is relaxed, shaped around what you most want to see.

7
Cork
Day 7

Cork

Today brings you to Cork. Continue to Cork, visiting Blarney Castle and the Blarney Stone en route. Timings stay flexible, with room to linger where you like.

8
Departure
Day 8

Departure

Transfer to Cork or Dublin airport for your onward journey. Your guide sets an easy pace, leaving space to wander or simply take it in.

What's included

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