Shamrock Royal
Explore the magical island of Ireland on this luxury coach tour of Ireland. Relax with our two and three night stays in first class hotels, enjoy a hearty full Irish breakfast daily, as well as 10 evening meals. Discover the traditional yet cosmopolitan cites of Dublin, Cork, Belfast. Be inspired by the magical landscapes, quaint fishing villages. You will truly enjoy the best of Ireland on the delightful fully inclusive tour.
Itinerary
Day
1
Arrive Dublin
Today is leisurely as we all gather in our hotel in Malahide overlooking the Irish Sea in north County Dublin. Enjoy a pre-dinner drink and an introduction to your travelling companions before an early dinner.
Dinner/Overnight—Grand Hotel, Co. Dublin
Day
2
Boyne Valley & Cooley Peninsula
Head north through the majestic Mountains of Mourne into Saint Patrick’s Country to visit the grave of Ireland’s Patron Saint and the Saint Patrick Centre which tells his story. Afterwards we drive to Strangford, where Game of Thrones is filmed and take the ferryboat ride to beautiful Portaferry. Onwards to Belfast for a panoramic tour which will include the political wall murals located on the Protestant Shankill Road and the Catholic Falls Road—a unique cultural experience.
Dinner/Overnight—Europa Hotel, Belfast (NEW for 2018)
Day
3
Belfast City Hall & Titanic Quarter
A guided tour of Belfast City Hall is first on the agenda this morning. Next, experience what life was like for a prisoner in Belfast’s Crumlin Road Gaol. In the afternoon, visit the shipyard where the Titanic was built in 1909, followed by a tour at the Titanic Experience—recently voted Europe's top visitor attraction. The evening is free to explore the Northern capital on your own. Overnight—Malone Lodge, Belfast
Overnight—Europa Hotel, Belfast (NEW for 2018)
Day
4
Giant's Causeway & Derry
This morning we take the marine drive north past the ‘Green Glens of Antrim’ to Ballycastle on the North Antrim Coast and visit the Giant’s Causeway. We then continue on to Londonderry or Derry as most people call it. A local guide will tell the ‘Story of Derry’ on a walking tour of this historic walled city.
Dinner/Overnight—Kee’s Hotel, Co. Donegal
Day
5
Ben Bulben & Clew Bay
We visit Belleek, home of the world famous porcelain factory. We then enter the romantic domain of W. B. Yeats via Drumcliffe where he is buried and other sites in Sligo associated with the life of the poet, before continuing to Westport.
Dinner/Overnight—Westport Coast, Westport
Day
6
Connemara
Connemara remains one of the wildest and most romantic places in Ireland. Enjoy a visit to Kylemore Abbey. Some free time this afternoon to discover the charm of Westport.
Dinner/Overnight—Westport Coast, Westport
Day
7
Galway City & Cliffs of Moher
Enroute to Galway this morning we will pass thru’ the village of Cong location for the classic film The Quiet Man. Some time in Galway City before traversing the Burren region and viewing the mighty Cliffs of Moher. An optional Traditional Irish Night is on offer tonight.
Overnight—Bunratty Castle Hotel, Bunratty
Day
8
Limerick & Adare
After breakfast we head for the Kingdom of Kerry. A tour of Limerick City is undertaken before travelling to Adare and then arriving in the beautiful town of Killarney.
Dinner/Overnight—Dromhall Hotel, Killarney
Day
9
Dingle Peninsula
This morning we visit the Kingdom of Kerry Museum in Tralee. We will visit the fishing port of Dingle and view the Blasket Islands as we round Slea Head. Enjoy views of the Lakes before returning to Killarney.
Overnight—Dromhall Hotel, Killarney
Day
10
Ring of Kerry
We take the short drive to the heritage town of Kenmare this morning. We then travel the Ring of Kerry road back into Killarney thru’ Moll’s Gap where we visit a traditional working sheep farm. Enjoy a jaunting car ride thru’ Killarney National Park, and later this evening you are invited to Quill’s Farmhouse for a traditional Irish dinner and entertainment.
Dinner/Overnight—Dromhall Hotel, Killarney
Day
11
Blarney & Tipperary
Leaving Kerry we travel east to Blarney Castle. We head to Tipperary & visit Cahir Castle and the town of Cashel, before arriving in medieval Kilkenny.
Dinner/Overnight—Ormonde Hotel, Kilkenny
Day
12
Waterford & Kilkenny
Follow in the footsteps of a group of Famine emigrants as you board a replica of the sailing vessel Dunbrody at the quayside in New Ross. We continue to the city of Waterford and visit the new Waterford Crystal centre before returning back to Kilkenny.
Dinner/Overnight—Ormonde Hotel, Kilkenny
Day
13
Curragh of Kildare
This morning we travel through the Curragh of Kildare for a guided tour of the Irish National Stud. You also visit the Horse Museum and the Japanese Gardens. A panoramic tour of Dublin is undertaken before arriving at your city hotel. This evening, a free night to explore the electric atmosphere in Dublin.
Overnight—Gresham Hotel, Dublin
Day
14
Dublin's 'Fair City'
The full day is yours to explore Dublin's "Fair City." Check out the famous streets, squares, magnificent buildings, beautiful parks & great shopping. Tonight, you will enjoy a farewell dinner with some lively Irish entertainment.
Dinner/Overnight—Gresham Hotel, Dublin
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Prices are land-only per person in Canadian dollars.
Arrival & departure transfers included for those who have air booked in conjunction with tour.
Child rate 7-11 years sharing with 2 adults: $2199. All triples are on request.
Tour Highlights
- Malahide
- Titanic
- Belfast
- Giant's Causeway
- Derry
- Dongeal
- Westport
- Kylemore Abbey
- Cong
- Galway
- Burren of Clare
- Cliffs of Moher
- Bunratty
- Limerick
- Adare
- Killarney
- Dingle Peninsula
- Kenmare
- Blarney
- Cork
- Cahir Castle
- Kilkenny
- Dublin
Tour Inclusions
- Transportation throughout by modern touring coach
- Services of an experienced driver & local touring guide
- 14 nights accommodation in first class hotels
- All rooms ensuite
- 14 full Irish breakfasts
- 8 table d'hote evening meals in hotels
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Visit the top voted tourist attraction in Europe - Titanic Experience in Belfast
- Dinner and entertainment at Quill's farmhouse, Muckross Park
- Farewell dinner and entertainment in Dublin
- Admissions to: Saint Patrick Visitor Centre, Belfast City Hall, Titanic Belfast, Giant’s Causeway Centre, Belleek Pottery, Kylemore Abbey, Cliffs of Moher, Kingdom of Kerry Museum, Cahir Castle, Dunbrody Famine Ship, Waterford Crystal Centre, Irish National Stud & Gardens
- Walking tour of Derry City
- Jaunting car ride through Killarney
- Baggage handling charges
