South West Ireland Uncovered - 5 days

Kick off your Irish adventure in Dublin, before heading west to the rural landscapes of County Kildare and Offaly. Enjoy a taste of renowned whiskey at Kilbeggan Distillery, before exploring the stunning ruins of Clonmacnoise Abbey on the banks of the River Shannon. After a traditional pub lunch, we'll make our way to Galway, where you'll spend the night at the Ashgrove, Desota House B&B or similar.

Start your day exploring the iconic Burren, one of Ireland's earliest Christian settlements. After a visit to Kilfenora, known as the 'town of the crosses', we'll head to the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher. Enjoy the dramatic cliff trails and the unique ecosystem before boarding a ferry across the Shannon Estuary to Killarney. Spend the night at the Kingfisher Lodge, Ashville B&B, Algret House B&B or similar.

Today, we'll explore the magnificent Dingle Peninsula, starting with a stroll along Inch Beach. Enjoy breathtaking views of the nearby Blasket Islands from Slea Head, and spend a few hours at leisure in Dingle town. In the early evening, we'll return to Killarney, where you'll spend another night at the Kingfisher Lodge, Ashville B&B, Algret House B&B or similar.

Today, we'll explore the best of South West Ireland, starting with a visit to Carrauntoohil, Ireland's highest mountain. After a lunch stop in the quaint fishing village of Portmagee, we'll continue to Waterville and Derrynane House, home to the O'Connell family. We'll end the day back in Killarney, where you'll spend the night at the Kingfisher Lodge, Ashville B&B, Algret House B&B or similar.

On the final day of our tour, we'll journey back to Dublin, stopping at the iconic Blarney Castle and the vibrant city of Kilkenny. Explore the grounds of the castle, see the unique island castle in Cahir, and enjoy a final Guinness in Kilkenny before our Irish adventure comes to an end in Dublin.