Wild Atlantic Experience
SMALL GROUP TOUR - ONLY 16 GUESTS PER DEPARTURE
Departures on Mondays from Dublin
(April to October)
Ten days to explore Ireland. Dramatic sea cliffs with crashing Atlantic waves contrast with ancient monasteries and historic castles to give you a real flavour of the country. The tour includes famous routes such as the Ring of Kerry as well as “off the beaten track” sites that will give you memories to last forever. Explore charming Dublin, and search out the scenic, historic and cultural highlights of Northern Ireland. With everything from the modern history of Belfast to the traditional Gaelic culture of Donegal, taking in dramatic seas cliffs, ancient castles and wonderful scenery, this tour will take you closer to the culture and history of Ireland and Northern Ireland. For a truly authentic Irish experience this is the tour for you!
Wherever you go there will be the chance to meet the locals in a traditional pub, sample the best local food and listen to traditional music. This is a tour that really gets to the heart of authentic Ireland.
This COMBO TOUR features two of our most popular itineraries: BEST OF THE WEST + CAUSEWAY & CASTLES
Stay 1 night in Galway, 1 night in Lahinch, 2 nights in Killarney, 1 night in Dublin, 2 nights in Belfast, 1 night in Derry, 1 night Roscommon
Itinerary
Day
1
Whiskey & GAA
Monday
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.
This morning, we depart Dublin and head west through Ireland’s midlands towards Ahascragh, home to Ireland’s first eco-distillery. Here, we’ll dive into the art of crafting Irish whiskey, known as uisce beatha – the water of life. You'll have the chance to enjoy lunch in the distillery's café before experiencing traditional Gaelic sports with Experience Gaelic Games. The evening is yours to explore Galway, the vibrant City of the Tribes.
Overnight – Hardiman Hotel, Galway
Day
2
Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher
Tuesday
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
Day
3
Killarney
Wednesday
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
Day
4
Ring of Kerry
Thursday
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
Day
5
Blarney & Cashel
Friday
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
Day
6
Dublin to Belfast
Saturday
Departure Point for morning of Day 6: Collection from the Riu Gresham Hotel in Dublin between 8:45 am to 9:00 am. Please meet out front of the hotel between these times.
Leaving Dublin this morning, and Ireland for that matter, we head north towards Belfast, located in Northern Ireland. 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
Day
7
Belfast & Titanic Quarter
Sunday
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
Day
8
Giants Causeway & Derry
Monday
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— Maldron Hotel, Derry
Day
9
Donegal to Roscommon
Tuesday
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
Day
10
Arigna to Dublin
Wednesday
After enjoying a leisurely breakfast with time to explore the castle grounds and spa, it is time to make our way back to Dublin. Leaving Kilronan, we will head to Arigna Mines where you can get a unique perspective into what coal mining life was like in Ireland from the 1700’s all the way to it’s closure in 1990. Once we make our way back above ground, we head towards the Shed Distillery - producer of Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin. We recommend lunch in their lovely cafe before the journey home to Dublin, where sadly our tour ends.
You will be dropped off outside the Riu Gresham Hotel (23 Upper O’Connell Street, Dublin) by approximately 5:00 pm.
2025 Dates and Prices
Room Type | Single | Double | Twin | Triple |
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Apr 14 | $5199.00$5199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 |
Apr 21 | $5199.00$5199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 |
Apr 28 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
May 5 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
May 12 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
May 19 | $5299.00$5299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 |
May 26 | $5299.00$5299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 |
Jun 2 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Jun 9 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Jun 16 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Jun 23 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Jun 30 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Jul 7 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
Jul 14 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
Jul 21 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Jul 28 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Aug 4 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
Aug 11 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Aug 18 | $5699.00$5699.00 | $4599.00$4599.00 | $4599.00$4599.00 | $4599.00$4599.00 |
Aug 25 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Sep 1 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
Sep 8 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Sep 15 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Sep 22 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Sep 29 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
Oct 6 | $5199.00$5199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 |
Prices are per person in Canadian dollars.
Child rate 7-11 years sharing with 2 adults: from $1799.
2026 Dates and Prices
Room Type | Single | Double | Twin | Triple |
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Apr 13 | $5199.00$5199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 |
Apr 20 | $5199.00$5199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 |
Apr 27 | $5199.00$5199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 |
May 4 | $5299.00$5299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 |
May 11 | $5299.00$5299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 |
May 18 | $5299.00$5299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 |
May 25 | $5299.00$5299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 | $4299.00$4299.00 |
Jun 1 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Jun 8 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Jun 15 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Jun 22 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Jun 29 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Jul 6 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Jul 13 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Jul 20 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Jul 27 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Aug 3 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Aug 10 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Aug 17 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Aug 24 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Aug 31 | $5499.00$5499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 | $4499.00$4499.00 |
Sep 7 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Sep 14 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Sep 21 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Sep 28 | $5399.00$5399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 | $4399.00$4399.00 |
Oct 5 | $5199.00$5199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 | $4199.00$4199.00 |
Prices are per person in Canadian dollars.
Child rate 7-11 years sharing with 2 adults: from $1799.
Tour Highlights
- Aran Islands
- Cliffs of Moher
- Spanish Point
- Killarney
- Ring of Kerry
- Blarney
- Cashel
- Belfast
- Titanic
- Giant's Causeway
- Bushmills
- Derry
- Roscommon
- Galway
- Clare
- Limerick
Tour Inclusions
- Transportation throughout by modern touring mini-coach
- Services of an experienced local driver/guide
- 9 nights ensuite accommodation
- Full Irish breakfast daily
- 3 Evening meals in hotels
- 1 x Foodie tour including some of the best food West Clare has to offer with a freshly caught fish and chip supper
- Tour & Tasting at The Shed Distillery
- Admissions to: Ahascragh Distillery, Experience Gaelic Games, return Doolin to Aran Ferry, Jaunting Car ride through Killarney National Park , Sheepdog Performance, Gaelic Roots Traditional Irish Show, Rock of Cashel, Titanic Centre, Giant's Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Arigna Mines
- Walking tour of Derry city
- Cruise to the Aran Islands & view the Cliffs of Moher from the sea
- Visit Titanic Belfast - recently voted Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction