7 Day All-Ireland Tour

7 Days

This 7 day Tour of Ireland is a remarkable way to see this beautiful island.

Starting off in Dublin, we head south over the Wicklow Mountains, visiting great places such as Glendalough, the Guinness Lake, Kilkenny Castle, Waterford Crystal Factory, Cobh, Titanic Museum, Cork and Kerry Mountains, Gougane Barra, Kenmare, Dingle Peninsula, Conor Pass, Slea Head Drive, Dingle, Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, the Cliffs of Moher, Doolin Cave, Doolin Village, the Burren, the Wild Atlantic Way, Galway and the Kilbeggan Distillery.

Facts

  • Not Included
  • Dublin
  • Yes
  • Not Included
  • Executive Private Coach

Overview

This Exclusive Private Tour of Ireland takes us on a 7 Day trip across the whole Island.

The All-Ireland Tour visits most of the well known sights, landmarks and attractions that Ireland has to offer whilst travelling in style and comfort.

Day 1 – We leave Dublin and head south through the Wicklow Mountains, visiting Roundwood, Lough Tay (Guinness Lake), Glendalough, Hollywood and Kilkenny Castle – Overnight Stay in Kilkenny City

Day 2 – Waterford Crystal is our next stop, with an optional tour of the Waterford Crystal Factory before heading further south to Midleton and a tour of the Jameson Distillery, Home of Jameson Whiskey.  We continue on to Cob (Pronounced Cove).  There are few options of things to do in Cobh, but we highly recommend the Titanic Museum. – Overnight stay in Kinsale

Day 3 – This scenic day takes us travelling across the Cork and Kerry Mountains, stopping at Gougane Barra, a 6th century ruins. We then drive along the Caha Pass and tunnel roads stopping at Kenmare for refreshments/lunch

Day 4 – Dingle peninsula, Conor Pass summit, Slea Head drive and various other sight-seeing stops lisuch as Dunquin Pier are some of the places we visit during this picturesque drive to Killarney. – Overnight stay in Killarney

Day 5 – Leaving Dingle we drive to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park with a guided tour of the folk park and castle before heading on to the Cliffs of Moher, passing Lahinch Village and Golf course.  After some time to explore the Cliffs of Moher, we head to the quaint village of Doolin, which is known as the Capital of traditional Irish Music. – Overnight stay in Doolin

Day 6 – We start the day with am optional visit to the Doolin Cave, home to one of the worlds largest stalactites.  We now travel along the Burren coastal route (Wild Atlantic Way), hugging the coast to our left.  We arrive in Galway, 2020 Cultural Capital of Culture.  You will be allowed to explore the famous street theatre, fantastic food, film and fine activities and of course the famous shopping opportunities that Galway has to offer – Overnight stay in Galway.

Day 7 – After some free time in Galway City, we drive on to the Kilbeggan Distillery to enjoy a masterclass in tasting 3 different Irish Whisleys. We then make our way back to Dublin, arriving in time to sample some of the sights and sounds of Dublin City Centre.  Temple Bar is always bustling with Tradition and Modern Irish Music, with the world Famous Temple Bar Pub. – Overnight Stay in Dublin

NOTE: As always with Personal Tours Ireland, itineraries and tours can be customised to suit everyones interests.

Highlights

  • Glendalough
  • Guinness Lake (Lough Tay)
  • Kilkenny Castle
  • Waterford Crystal
  • Jameson Distillery Midleton
  • Cobh Titanic Museum
  • Cork and Kerry Mountains
  • Gougane Barra
  • Caha Pass
  • Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
  • Doolin Cave
  • Galway City
  • Cliffs of Moher
  • Kilbeggan Distillery

Itinerary

Collecting you from the Airport or directly from your Accommodation we drive south to Wicklow mountains and Glendalough 6th Century monastic site and tour the ruins that was once upon a time thriving until they were forced out in the 12th century.

Our next stop will be Kilkenny Castle,
Kilkenny castle is a 13th century castle found in the city of Kilkenny.
Originally Strongbow built a wooden castle on that site overlooking the River Nore in 1172. Around 30 years later, his son-in-law, the Earl of Pembroke built the first stone castle.
Three of the castle's original four walls still survive today.
The fourth wall on the south side of the Castle is missing also the gatehouse, moat, and tower. The cause of the of this is because of Cromwell's attack on the Castle in 1650 and his use of cannon on the building.
Kilkenny City over-night.

Waterford Crystal,
Tour the guided working factory that was first opened by the Penrose brothers in 1783 as a glassmaking factory in Waterford where their crystal was immediately recognized for its clarity and purity of color.

Jameson Distillery Midleton,
Enjoy a tour where you will learn about the history and how the whiskey is made at the home of jameson whiskey distillery in Midleton, Co Cork.

Cobh ( Pronounced Cove)
Here you have a few options but my recommendation would be the Titanic Museum Cobh.
This was the last port of call for the titanic's maiden voyage on the 11th April 1912 at 11
On 11th April 1912 at 11.30am RMS Titanic dropped anchor in Queenstown, Roches Point outer anchorage.
Today named Cobh, the port the luxury liner's final port of call on its maiden journey, before setting sail on the longest leg of the voyage to New York, USA.
Kinsale Over-night.

Day 3 :
Scenic Day

This is a day of scenery and natural beauty over the Cork and Kerry mountains.
Stopping at Gougane barra 6th Century ruins and is also the source of the river lee and an oratory built on an island with a back drop of shehy mountains.
We then driving over the scenic route of Cork and Kerry mountain's, Caha pass and tunnel road, stopping in Kenmare for refreshment/lunch.
After your refreshment break we continuing our drive taken in part of the Ring of Kerry, Reaching the summit at Moll's Gap before we decent to Killarney via Killarney National Park.
Killarney Over-night.

Dingle Peninsula, Conor pass summit, Slea Head drive, stopping at various places like Dunquin Pier that looks over the blasket islands that was once inhabited until a completely Irish speaking population before everyone on the island fled after a bad terrifying storm in early 1950's.
Dingle over-night.

Leaving Dingle and driving to the 15th Century Castle and Folk Park.
Here you'll be guided throughout the folk park before you will be guided through the castle and walk in the foot steps of the passed occupant's while feel the cold breeze that flows through the empty dungeons.
After leaving bunratty Castle we will drive to the famous Cliffs of Moher via world famous lahinch village and Lehinch golf course that over looks the rolling waves of the Atlantic Ocean.
You will have free time to explore the Cliff's of Moher at your own pace an and leisure.
Next stop will be the quaint village of
Doolin.
Doolin is the traditional music capital of Ireland, gateway to the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and Aran Islands and the perfect place to spend the night.
Doolin over-night.

We start our day with a visit to Doolin Cave, with (we know that's not everyone's cup of tea so this is like all stops and activities on our itinerary everything is optional).

Doolin cave contains one of the longest stalactites in the world that is accessible to public visitors (Please note) by 125 steps into and out of the cave, every ten steps there is a landing and a handrail all the way down.
The cave began its life hundreds of thousands of years ago when very weakly acidic water flowed off the nearby shale and began dissolving the limestone rock.

Next journey we'll travel along the burren coastal route and part of the WAW aka wild Atlantic Way.
While hugging the Atlantic Ocean on our left and the Burren to our right all along the west coast of Ireland in Co Clare, this landscape is 250 sq km.
Arriving in Galway City ( 2020 European capital of culture) this is where you will be dropped off at your accommodation for you to explore the famous vibrant street theatre and fantastic food, film and fringe festivities and of course shop street.
Galway City Over-night.

Day 7 :
Galway

Free time in Galway city before we drive to Kilbeggan Distillery to enjoy a masterclass in tasting 3 different whiskeys. The Kilbeggan Distillery in County Westmeath is the oldest distillery in the world, dating back to 1757.
After this we'll travel back to Dublin where our tour will unfortunately come to an end.

Dublin over-night or your place of preference.

As always with all our tours, itineraries can be customised to suit everyone's interests!

Whats Included

Includes

  • Executive Coach Hire
  • Driver and Tour Guide
  • Full Privacy
  • Tour Itinerary

Not Included

  • Accommodation
  • Admission Costs
  • Meals

FAQ's

Is Accommodation Included?

The price of the tour does not include Accommodation, however, we are happy to suggest a few places to stay during your tour.

Are Meals Included?

Meal and refreshments are not included in the price of this tour, however, we provide ample refreshments breaks and can suggest places to eat during your tour.

Is Entrance Fee (Admission costs) Included?

Admission costs are not included in the price, however, we can offer admission discounts where applicable for attractions which we have a partnership with.

Do we share the tour with strangers?

NO, all of our tours are exclusive to you and your group. We charge for the exclusive hire of the coach, and not on a per seat basis like many tours operators.

Where are we collected from?

We are able to collect you from the Airport, or from your desired pick-up location, such as your hotel, house or business.

Can Tours be customised?

Yes of course. We specialise in customised tours and are able to work with you to get the best tour for your needs.

Do the tours come with a tour guide?

Yes, most definitely. Our Driver is also your tour guide and has vast knowledge of the locations which we visit. You never know, he may even thro in a few extra points of interest along the way if time is permitted.

What if we want to visit somewhere not listed?

Thats an easy one, just tell us where you want to visit and we will happily customise your tours accordingly.

How Can We Contact You?

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Journey

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7 Day All-Ireland Tour
From €5,950.00
/ Number of Guests
  • Travel In Comfort and Style
  • Visit the Titanic Museum

Facts

  • Not Included
  • Dublin
  • Yes
  • Not Included
  • Executive Private Coach