Dublin to South West 5 Day Small-Group Tour with Accommodation

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Dublin - Kilbeggan Distillery - Clonmacnoise - Galway
3 stops
1
Old Kilbeggan Distillery
Kilbeggan Distillery is your first stop, and here you have time to relax with a glass of their famed whiskey.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
2
After a drink (or two!), you head to the banks of the mighty River Shannon and the ruined abbey at Clonmacnoise. Home to a large collection of stone crosses, ancient churches and inimitable round towers, this holy site offers an insightful glimpse into Ireland’s spiritual past.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
3
Galway
You then lunch at a traditional pub in one of the area’s pretty villages before travelling to Galway City, your home for the first night. It’s a city with a lively atmosphere and excellent restaurants and bars.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Galway - Burren - Cliffs of Moher - Killarney
4 stops
4
The Burren
A short drive along the coast from Galway City lies the Burren, one of Ireland’s national treasures. It’s home to one of the earliest Christian settlements in Ireland and broad limestone pavements and rare flora.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
After time to explore the area, you travel to Kilfenora, the “town of the crosses”. You can visit the town’s fabulous ancient cathedral before we stop for lunch in one of the area’s charming villages.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
6
Cliffs of Moher
You then head to the incredible Cliffs of Moher. Walk the stunning cliff trails as seabirds swoop through the clear air above you. And learn about the unique ecosystem in the excellent and award winning environmental exhibition nearby.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
7
The tour then moves south through County Clare, passing its famous golf course on the way to the picturesque beach at Lahinch. You continue your journey and board a ferry across the Shannon Estuary. After a short crossing, you head south towards the lakeside town of Killarney This energetic, charming area will be your base for the next three nights, so take your time sampling the superb collection of traditional pubs and live music.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Killarney - Dingle Peninsula
3 stops
8
Dingle Peninsula
Today, your tour explores the fabulous Dingle Peninsula. Your first stop is Inch Beach, a vast expanse of sand stretching out into the Atlantic. Venturing down the narrow roads away from the beach leads you through the town of Dingle.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
9
Slea Head Drive
You continue towards Slea Head, an area loaded with ancient forts and prehistoric dwellings. The impressive views of the nearby Blasket Islands make this an excellent spot for panoramic photos. If the weather is pleasant, you can ramble along the beaches and cliff tops to fully appreciate the incredible vistas.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
10
Killarney
Arriving back amidst the brightly coloured houses and jolly harbour of Dingle, you can spend the remainder of the afternoon enjoying delicious seafood in this idyllic setting. In the evening, you head back to Killarney, with time for an evening stroll in the National Park that envelops the town.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Killarney - Portmagee - Torc Waterfall
5 stops
11
Carrauntoohil Mountain
You head out in the morning, stopping first at Ireland’s highest mountain, Carrauntoohil. After snapping some shots of its rugged majesty, you join the scenic coast road through Glenbeigh and Kells on the way to Cahersiveen
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
12
Skellig Ring Scenic Drive
You stop for lunch in the quaint fishing village of Portmagee. Alternatively, you can have a quick snack and head to the island of Valentia for a visit to the Skellig Experience. This excursion teaches you about the ancient community of monks who made the outcrop of rocky islands their home.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
13
Waterville
In the afternoon, there’s a photo stop in Charlie Chaplin’s “home away from home” at Waterville, before enjoying fine views at the top of Coonmakista pass.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
14
Derrynane House
Winding down from the peaks, you head to Derrynane House, home of the family O’Connell. Daniel O’Connell, 'The Liberator of Ireland’, had a very strong bond with this place and you’ll understand why when you visit. Here, you can enjoy a walk in the scenic gardens or along the beach and explore the main house.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
15
Torc Waterfall
Continuing along the Ring, you stop at Moll’s Gap and the Ladies View. Stroll a short way from here to the Torc Waterfall before heading back to Killarney. (On some tours, days three and four are switched).
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Killarney - Blarney Castle - Kinsale - Dublin
3 stops
16
Blarney Castle & Gardens
Try to kiss the famed Blarney Stone amidst the walls of this gorgeous medieval stronghold.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
17
Kinsale
In the afternoon, we'll pop into the historic port and fishing town of Kinsale for lunch. Here you'll have time to grab a bite to eat and explore this colourful and historic destination, from the scenic harbour to the ruins of the Charles Fort.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free
18
Rock of Cashel
The final stop of this tour is the incredible Rock of Cashel. Imposing, enormous, iconic. Perched dramatically on an outcrop of limestone, this remarkable cluster of medieval buildings is famous around the world. You have free time to explore here before we hop back on the bus and head for Dublin, where we arrive in the early evening.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• *Cliffs of Moher - We reserve tickets for you. Included in the price of the tour
• We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
• Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
• Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately

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