Amazing Ireland
Experience Overview
Discover the charm, culture and warm welcomes of Ireland. From iconic sights like the Titanic Belfast and Giant’s Causeway to a memorable home-cooked meal with a celebrity chef in Ballyknocken, this is Ireland at its finest.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 5 Dinner (D)
- 13 Breakfast (B)
Be My Guest
- Wicklow: Traditional Irish fare with an Italian twist is served up at Glenealy House near Dublin with your host Catherine Fulvio who is one of Ireland’s top culinary stars, and her family on hand to share their story.
Iconic Experience
- Belfast: Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction in Belfast.
- Belfast: Join a Local Specialist to hear about the history of the city and learn of its progress and current prosperity. You’ll explore iconic sights like the Big Fish at Donegall Quay, the Titanic Quarter, and the famous Samson and Goliath cranes. Along the way, you’ll also visit Belfast City Hall and see murals in various locations that reflect the political sentiments of the local residents.
- Londonderry: With a Local Specialist explore inside the city walls. See the Gothic Guildhall and the Georgian houses of Shipquay Street.
- Bushmills: In Northern Ireland you'll discover the legend of the Giant's Causeway as you explore this iconic natural landmark.
- Belleek: See traditional craftsmen at work at the Belleek Pottery Visitor Center, one of the oldest working potteries in the world.
- Knock: In the pilgrimage town of Knock, visit the beautiful Marian Shrine, where the Virgin Mary, Saint Joseph and John the Evangelist are said to have appeared to the townsfolk in 1879.
- Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden: Visit the turreted Neo-Gothic Kylemore Abbey. This monastery was founded in 1920 for Benedictine Nuns who fled Belgium in World War I.
- Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. But to do so, you must dangle from the ramparts! Visit Blarney Castle and see the famous Stone of Eloquence.
- Cork: Your Travel Director will show you the Grand Parade and South Mall, along with City Hall and the Opera House.
- Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour.
- Kilkenny: Meet an experienced hurling player for a fun session to learn about and try for yourself this 3,000-year-old discipline and proud legacy of Ireland's heritage.
- New Ross: Explore the tragic history of Ireland's famine emigration with a Local Specialist at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, a replica of one of the original ships used in the 1800s.
- New Ross: Dedicated to the memory of John F. Kennedy, whose great-grandfather was born nearby, this arboretum contains a plant collection of presidential proportions - explored with a Local Specialist
- Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Lahinch: Gain a deeper understanding of the Cliffs of Moher on a guided walk with a Local Specialist in conservation. Learn how wildflowers support rare bird species like the red-billed chough and explore the cultural ties between the land and local communities. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Belfast, Derry/Londonderry and Dublin
- Discover Donegal, Galway, Cork and Waterford
- Visit the Titanic Experience in Belfast, the Giant's Causeway, Belleek's Pottery Visitor Center, Kylemore Abbey, Connemara, Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Castle, the Waterford Crystal showroon and the John F. Kennedy Arboretum and the Dunbrody Famine Ship in New Ross
- View the Antrim Coast and the Marian Shrine in Knock
- See City Hall in Belfast, the Cathedral of Galway, Trinity College and the Georgian Squares in Dublin
- Scenic Drive the Ring of Kerry
Trip Details
Product Code: 20800
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Explorer, Budget
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 684.2004B
Starts: Dublin, Ireland
Finishes: Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 14 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Ferry across the Shannon estuary
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $6350 ($454 /day)
Itinerary
Embrace the warm welcome of the 'Emerald Isle' – its ancient heritage, legends and lore are yours to explore as you travel the length and breadth of this island and its tale of two nations. The charismatic capital of Dublin is your first stop on this epic journey, which begins as you join your Travel Director and travel companions for dinner.
Accommodation: Maldron Kevin Street
Meals: Dinner
Belfast beckons today and you'll journey to Northern Ireland for some time at leisure in this vibrant city. Join a Local Specialist to view the historic murals splashed across the walls of the nationalist and loyalist areas, and see the City Hall. Dive Into Culture at the Titanic Belfast Experience and gain a new perspective into the world's most famous ship and the tragedy that befell it. This evening, dine at your hotel.
Accommodation: Leonardo
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy free time in Belfast to explore its bold spirit, Victorian architecture and vibrant neighborhoods. Or join an Optional Experience to Glenshane Farm, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience set in the rolling hills of Northern Ireland. Meet a local farmer, Jamese, and his energetic border collies as they demonstrate traditional sheep herding techniques passed down through generations. Later in the afternoon, you can learn even more about Belfast’s local sites and stories with an Optional Experience guided walking tour. Join a Local Specialist on a stroll through the city center before enjoying fish and chips in a classic Northern Irish setting.
Accommodation: Leonardo
Meals: Breakfast
Visit the Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO-listed site where volcanic activity formed thousands of basalt columns along the Antrim coast. Travel to the walled city of Derry/Londonderry, located on the River Foyle. Join a Local Specialist to see key landmarks and learn about the city's history, including the People’s Gallery in Bogside, known for its large-scale murals depicting the region’s recent past. Continue into County Donegal, where the landscape shifts to rugged coastline and quiet villages. Settle in for your stay and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Accommodation: Kee's
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore the town of Donegal located at the mouth of the River Eske and Donegal Bay. Consider visiting the ancient Donegal Castle, once the stronghold of the O'Donnell clan. This afternoon, visit Belleek where you'll Dive Into Culture and learn about the locally made Irish pottery for which the region is famous.
Accommodation: Kee's
Meals: Breakfast
Continue to the pilgrimage town of Knock to visit the beautiful Marian Shrine where the Virgin Mary, Saint Joseph, and John the Evangelist are said to have made an appearance to the townsfolk in 1879. Complete the day's journey in Galway.
Accommodation: Maldron Oranmore
Meals: Breakfast
The untamed landscapes of Connemara, set against rugged mountains and tranquil loughs, provide a soul-stirring backdrop for your scenic drive to Kylemore Abbey. This Benedictine monastery, built on the grounds of Kylemore Castle, features a magnificent Victorian Walled Garden, which you will have an opportunity to explore before returning to Galway. This afternoon, spend your free time exploring Galway's vibrant Latin Quarter, striking stone Cathedral or the 18th-century Eyre Square. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Accommodation: Maldron Oranmore
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Your journey through Ireland’s west brings you to the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, where the land meets the Atlantic Ocean. These UNESCO-listed cliffs soar over 200 m (650 ft) high, and with your Local Specialist on this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, you’ll gain a true sense of their scale and significance. Visit the ‘Atlantic Edge’ exhibition to learn how the cliffs were formed over 300 million years and see the habitats where seabirds like Atlantic puffins nest. Travel onwards along the scenic coast and through the hills of County Clare, before arriving in Killarney. This evening, you’re free to explore or opt into a lively Irish ceilidh, complete with traditional music, dance and plenty of local charm.
Accommodation: International
Meals: Breakfast
Circle the mystical Ring of Kerry – among Ireland’s most enchanting landscapes along which you’ll have an opportunity to view the island’s stunning scenery. Travel through Moll’s Gap and take a moment to view the marvelous natural scenery at Ladies View. This evening is at leisure.
Accommodation: International
Meals: Breakfast
Your 'gift of the gab' secured after kissing the Blarney Stone this morning, you'll then venture to Cork to spend some time exploring the cosmopolitan city that rivals Dublin in its energy and charisma. Spend some free time visiting the famous food market or perhaps relax at one of the city's tearooms, indulging in fresh scones and tea. Your final stop today is in medieval Waterford where you'll spend the next two nights.
Accommodation: Waterford Marina
Meals: Breakfast
A leisurely start to your morning could see you amble along Meagher's Quay, before you visit the House of Waterford, where you’ll Dive Into Culture and witness the art of creating the exquisite crystal. Travel to the medieval city of Kilkenny, home to the world's fastest field game. The ancient Celtic sport of hurling is over 3,000 years old and Ireland's national sport. Meet an experienced player who will share his passion, as you test your skills during a lesson. Spend the rest of the afternoon on your own in Waterford.
Accommodation: Waterford Marina
Meals: Breakfast
Traverse beautiful County Wexford to the John F. Kennedy Arboretum – a peaceful retreat in New Ross with over 4,500 species of plants across 252 hectares dedicated to the former American president. Leave the enchanting outdoors behind and take a step back in time to the 1800s as you visit the three-masted Dunbrody Famine Ship. Dive Into Culture, gaining insight into the tragic plight of the Irish emigrants, who were compelled to leave their home during the potato famine and endured even harsher conditions than at home in the 'coffin ships' that took them to new lands. Join the Fulvio family and Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest experience featuring Irish fare with an Italian twist, served at their Ballyknocken Farmhouse near Dublin.
Accommodation: Maldron Kevin Street
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Wander through Dublin this morning, joining a Local Specialist for a superb sightseeing tour that will see you view Trinity College and the magnificent Georgian Squares. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city on your terms. Indulge in a pint of the 'Black Stuff' at one of its many quaint pubs, admire the colorful performances on Grafton Street, or delve into its centuries-old history. This evening, let the rousing sounds of a traditional Irish cabaret tempt you for an Optional Experience that will have you dancing your way through the Dublin streets.
Accommodation: Maldron Kevin Street
Meals: Breakfast
Your memorable journey through Ireland is at its end. All that’s left to say is slán abhaile to newfound friends as you prepare to depart for home.
Meals: Breakfast
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Reviews
Trusted Customer - Traveled, June 2024
Tour Director *Personal information removed by Feefo* gave us lots of informations. Communications and reminders. Remember most us are Senors. Seen lots of places. Plenty of time to walk and go around. Thanks also for *Personal information removed by Feefo* for keeping us safe on the road.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/23/2024
Tracy Freiday - Traveled, October 2024
*Personal information removed by Feefo* was the best tour guide I have ever had.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/19/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, August 2024
The itinerary was wonderful, however we could have spent at least one more hour at each big stop. For example at Kylemore Abbey. We had 2 hours to view the abbey, the church, the gardens and eat lunch. We had to choose between eating lunch and viewing the gardens. This was the case at other stops too. The hotel accommodations were excellent and the food that was included was also very good. Our tour guide *Personal information removed by Feefo* was wonderful. She took care of all the details for us and kept us informed. She was incredible at sharing Irish history so that the places we visited were so much more meaningful. She made the trip so happy, enjoyable and very memorable. Our driver *Personal information removed by Feefo* was also incredible. He drove us safely and was so friendly. Another suggestion would be to have more detailed descriptions of the optional excursions in advance of the trip. The descriptions didn’t sound too interesting but once *Personal information removed by Feefo* gave more details we decided to do all of them. Also, I think it should be more clear in advance of the trip what will be an included visit or just drive by so that we could obtain tickets on our own if it’s something that we want to visit. For example, we thought Trinity College- book of kells was included and it was just a drive by. Trafalgar should make this very clear in advance on the itinerary which places are visit and which are see and the difference between the two. Some places require the purchase of tickets way in advance. Another thing, I think all city tours with local specialists should be included in the tour and not be an optional experience. Finally, we enjoyed our trip very much and would definitely take another one. We would just like more information in advance such as which places we are visiting are included and also how long we will spend at each place we will be visiting. This would help us plan our free time in advance at each place.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/10/2024
Alexandra Humphrey - Traveled, August 2024
The TD was excellent, *Personal information removed by Feefo* knowledge of Ireland was outstanding and delivered her talks in a very engaging way. we knew we were cared about.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/18/2024
Christine Chappel - Traveled, August 2024
A busy itinerary that showed so much of Republic of Ireland and a taste of NI. Best was having two night stays at all the stops. We lucked out with near perfect weather. Had a fabulous TD, *Personal information removed by Feefo* and an amazing driver, *Personal information removed by Feefo*. Our group was great so many wonderful experiences. Adding Kilmainham Gaol tour to itinerary would be great, we did on our own well worth it.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2024
Brendan and Deb Mcconnell - Traveled, July 2024
Great tour of Ireland with fantastic tour director. *Personal information removed by Feefo* was fun, informative, and made the trip memorable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/16/2024
Donna Charles - Traveled, August 2024
Every place we went was special and beautiful. Dublin needed more to do and the tour guide from Dublin was not good. Repeated herself many times . The special places like the dinner at a place out in the middle of no where was absolutely amazing!!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/22/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, August 2024
The itinerary was excellent, covered many of the highlights. We missed the final day due to an illness we contacted while on this trip, ended up we had COVID and are still suffering a week after returning home. Will likely not do a group tour again.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/16/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, August 2024
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/20/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, August 2024
Too much time on the bus and at gas station rest stops. Time too limited at the giants causeway. Hotel in Galway in business park too far from town Day in Derry and to isolated hotel for two nights was dull Poor value for cost
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/27/2024
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