Luxury 5-Day Ireland Road Trip Vacation from Cork traveling north to Galway and Dublin

Your luxury holiday in Ireland begins as soon as you reach the city of Cork. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Ireland is Cork - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Cork.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic St Patrick's Bridge. This bridge is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Cork, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 608 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Cork. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Expect luxurious rooms, outstanding service, and a spectacular ambiance.

If these hotels are unavailable for your time in Cork, we will help you find the best luxury alternatives.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Cork.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Sin é. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,654 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Cork.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Liberty Grill. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,609 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Elbow Lane Brew and Smoke House is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Cork, and has an impressive average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

As your day in Cork is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Ireland.

Make your way to The Oliver Plunkett. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,192 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in Ireland and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in Ireland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Cork and the city of Galway. You’ll stay in Galway for 1 night.

Your day starts in Cork. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Munster Technological University your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,218 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this technological university and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Fitzgerald's Park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,045 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Cork City Gaol. This prison has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,733 visitors.

When you’re finished at the park, the perfect next stop is the popular Blarney Castle & Gardens. This spectacular park and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 10,247 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Cork by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Ireland to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Ireland. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Cork today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Galway, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

Here, you’ll feel nothing but pampered and relaxed after a long day out and about in Cork and Galway.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try O'Connell's Bar Galway, one of the best restaurants in Galway. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Ard Bia at Nimmos as one of their top choices in the city. Ard Bia at Nimmos is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,099 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Galway is The Quay Street Kitchen. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,029 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

O'Connor's Famous Pub is one of the best bars you can visit in Galway tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,806 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Tigh Chóilí. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,662 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Ireland! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in Ireland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Cork and the city of Dublin. You’ll stay in Dublin for 1 night.

Your day starts in Cork. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Eyre Square your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,420 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this square and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Galway City Museum. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,128 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this city museum and attraction. In fact, this welcomes around 161,558 visitors annually.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Great Escape Rooms. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,066 visitors.

When you’re finished at the catholic cathedral, the perfect next stop is the popular Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway. This spectacular catholic cathedral and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,189 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Cork by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Ireland to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Ireland. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Cork today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Dublin, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

Here, you’ll feel nothing but pampered and relaxed after a long day out and about in Cork and Dublin.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try FX Buckley Steakhouse Temple Bar, one of the best restaurants in Dublin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,660 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Shouk as one of their top choices in the city. Shouk is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,608 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Dublin is The Vintage Kitchen. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 911 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

The Temple Bar Pub is one of the best bars you can visit in Dublin tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,491 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like The Brazen Head. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,980 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Ireland! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 4 of your luxury road trip holiday in Ireland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Cork and the city of Cork. You’ll stay in Cork for 1 night.

Your day starts in Cork. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing St Patrick's Cathedral your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,550 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this anglican or episcopal cathedral and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Guinness Storehouse. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,395 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this tourist attraction and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Phoenix Park. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,146 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Cork by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Ireland to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Ireland. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Cork today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Cork, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

Here, you’ll feel nothing but pampered and relaxed after a long day out and about in Cork and Cork.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Oliver Plunkett, one of the best restaurants in Cork. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,192 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Market Lane as one of their top choices in the city. Market Lane is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,609 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Cork is The SpitJack Cork. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,934 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega is one of the best bars you can visit in Cork tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,534 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Cornstore Cork. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,516 customers.

Alternatively, try Silver Key Bar and Restaurant. Silver Key Bar and Restaurant is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,491 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Ireland! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

Today is the last day of your 5-day luxury holiday in Ireland and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Cork before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Ireland by heading out to the stunning National Monument. This extraordinary monument and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 445 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Cork.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Cork, check out the menu at Quinlans Seafood Bar Cork. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,527 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,534 customers.

You will then say farewell to Cork and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Ireland in your luggage!