8 Day Castles & Coast Experience - Small Group Tour

Depart from the capital and journey to the picturesque region of Westport. Here, you'll tour the historic Westport House, a beloved attraction with a rich history dating back to the 1500s. Spend the evening exploring the vibrant market town, enjoying its lively pubs and restaurants, and immersing yourself in the local culture. Overnight in Westport.

After breakfast, embark on a tour of the Westport/Connemara Region. Visit the ruins of the 16th-century Murrisk Abbey and the National Famine Memorial. Drive through the breathtaking Doolough Valley and admire the beauty of Killary Fjord. Spend the evening enjoying Irish music in local pubs. Overnight in Clifden.

Spend another day in the wilderness of Connemara. Visit Kylemore Abbey, one of Ireland's most beautiful buildings, and wander its wonderful landscaped gardens. Discover the picture-postcard beauty of the Inagh Valley and Sky Road. Enjoy a scenic drive via Killary Fjord and mountains. Overnight in Connemara.

Travel along the Wild Atlantic Way via Galway Bay and The Burren Region. Explore the lunar landscape of the Burren and stop for photos at the 16th Century Dunguaire Castle. Pass by Corcomroe Abbey and enjoy views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. Arrive in Doolin village in the late afternoon and explore its local craft shops, colourful cafes, and lively pubs.

Choose to visit the Cliffs of Moher centre or opt for a self-guided trail along the Atlantic cliff walk. Enjoy the stunning views from the highest point of the Cliffs of Moher and O'Brien's Tower. Take a ferry crossing over Ireland's longest river, The Shannon, and experience a local sheepdog demonstration on a nearby farm. Arrive at your accommodation in Dingle.

Meet your guide for a leisurely drive around Slea Head, where you'll be treated to jaw-dropping scenery. Spend the afternoon at your leisure in Dingle. You can choose to discover the historic Dingle Bay by boat, take a guided tour of a working Irish crystal studio, or sample craft Irish whiskey and gin at Dingle Distillery. Stroll Dingle's streets for a mix of craft studios, lively pubs, fantastic food, and traditional Irish music.

Tour the scenic Ring of Kerry route, circling the Iveragh peninsula from Killorglin to Killarney. Explore Killarney National Park at your leisure, stop for photos at Torc Waterfall, visit Ross Castle on the edge of Lough Leane, and admire the charming 19th-century Muckross House Gardens. Enjoy traditional Irish music and outstanding local food in picturesque Killarney. Overnight in Killarney.

See the magical 1,000-year-old yew tree at the heart of the ruined Muckross Abbey. Journey from Killarney to Cork, where you'll have the chance to kiss the Blarney Stone and receive the gift of the gab. Explore the lush gardens at Blarney Castle before returning to Dublin via a scenic train journey from Kent Station Cork, to Heauton Station Dublin.