Wild Atlantic Experience

Departure Point – Collection from the Riu Gresham Hotel (23 Upper O’Connell Street, Dublin) between 08:30 am to 08:45 am. Please meet out front of the hotel.
We leave Dublin and head towards our first stop at the oldest licensed distillery in Ireland—Kilbeggan. After Athlone we try our hand at some Gaelic sports with Experience Gaelic Games. This evening is free to explore in the City of the Tribes, Galway.

Overnight – Hardiman Hotel, Galway

Today we head to Doolin where we will catch a ferry to Inis Oírr. After free time to explore this Aran Island, we take the return ferry for a spectacular view of the Cliffs of Moher. From the Cliffs we will meet with our tour guide Ollie who takes you on a mouth-watering tour of West Clare.

Dinner/Overnight – Lahinch Coast Hotel, Lahinch
 

After breakfast, we depart Lahinch and head to the Kingdom of Kerry. We will stop in Adare, and then to Killarney for a jaunting car ride.

Overnight – Killarney Plaza Hotel, Killarney

The highlight today is the world famous Ring of Kerry. Enjoy the scenic drive, with photo stops along the way. This evening we have dinner in our hotel followed by traditional Irish entertainment.

Dinner/ Overnight – Killarney Plaza Hotel, Killarney

Leaving Killarney, we head east to Blarney Castle, for a chance to kiss the legendary stone! (optional) Our next stop of the day is famous Rock of Cashel, before we make our way back to Dublin.

You will be dropped off outside the Riu Gresham Hotel (23 Upper O’Connell Street, Dublin) by approximately 5:30 pm.  The city is yours to discover on your own tonight.

Overnight – Dublin city centre hotel

Leaving Dublin this morning, and Ireland for that matter, we head north towards Belfast, located in Northern Ireland.  Enroute we stop at Listoke Distillery to carry out a tour and taste experience.  You will be introduced to the basics of distilling, as well as learn the story of this distillery and the Gin School. Arriving into Belfast we will do a panoramic tour of the Falls and Shankill Roads to learn of the effects The Troubles had on the city and the entire island. Tonight, you’re free to explore Belfast and everything it has to offer. With countless options for dinner you’ll be hard pressed choosing, there’s Robinson’s Bistro which has been offering delicious pub food for over 100 years, or if you’re feeling like treating yourself you can check out Deanes, owned by famed Northern Irish chef Michael Deane.

Overnight – Ten Square Hotel, Belfast
 

After breakfast, we make our way to the Titanic Belfast Visitor Centre which was recently voted as the world’s leading tourist attraction. Here you can learn everything about the legendary RMS Titanic, from standing in the shipyard it was built all the way to its maiden voyage and subsequent place in history. When finished up at the centre, you can avail of our transfer to the city centre where the rest of the afternoon is yours. Tonight you will enjoy a delicious supper in The Old Inn, established in 1614 the inn is bursting with character from cozy corners and elegant interiors to the stunning views over the beautiful country park.

Dinner/Overnight – Ten Square Hotel, Belfast

Today, we head north along the Antrim Coast for a visit to the famous Giant’s Causeway. Enroute we make a stop in the Glenariff Forest Park at the Glenariff Teahouse for some coffee or tea, with beautiful views of the park, the shop also has freshly baked scones available that are delectable. When finished we continue along the Antrim Coast until we reach the legendary Giant’s Causeway. The story goes that the Irish giant Fionn mac Cumhaill built the causeway to fight the Scottish giant Benandonner, while others claim it was the result of volcanic activity millions of years ago. Whichever story you believe, what remains true is that the Giant’s Causeway is definitely a sight to behold and one that will leave you in awe when you do.

Overnight— Holiday Inn Express, Derry
 

This morning, we have a walking tour of the historic "Walled City" to learn all about Derry's turbulent past. Next, we learn about traditional Donegal tweed, along with some free time. You will have the opportunity for lunch in Donegal town before we make our way towards Sligo for a truly memorable sheepdog performance at Atlantic Sheepdogs. Next we head to our final overnight property—one of Ireland’s most luxurious castle hotels.

Dinner/Overnight—Kilronan Castle, Roscommon

After enjoying a leisurely breakfast with time to explore and enjoy the castle grounds & spa, we put on our hard hats and explore the Arigna Mines. Afterwards we make our way back to Dublin.


You will be dropped off outside the Riu Gresham Hotel (23 Upper O’Connell Street, Dublin) by approximately 5:00 pm.