Wake up to a delicious breakfast at the hotel before heading out for a full-day tour of Dublin. Explore the charming streets and iconic landmarks of this enchanting Irish capital. A walking tour will take you through the heart of Dublin, where you’ll encounter grand architecture, legendary pubs, literary landmarks, and the warm hospitality that makes this city truly special.

Explore Trinity’s Old Library and view the world-famous Book of Kells. Learn about the symbolism and artistry of the 1,200 year old manuscript and get a close-up look at the current pages on display. Experience Gaia, the spectacular illuminated artwork by Luke Jerram now on display in the Old Library. Gaia features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the Earth’s surface, showcasing the planet floating in three dimensions as it might be viewed from space. Embark on an immersive journey in the Pavilion, filled with stories, sights and sounds.

Visit Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, which has been part of Ireland’s history for over 800 years. Built between 1220 and 1260 in honor of Ireland’s patron saint, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral offers visitors a rich and compelling cultural experience and is one of the few buildings left from medieval Dublin. St Patrick baptized Christian converts on this site 1500 years ago.

Following a traditional pub lunch, Brand g brings you to the Old Jameson Distillery a historical and cultural landmark in Dublin city to learn about the history of Irish whiskey and the process of whiskey making. Our Ambassador will show you around, take you back in time, and serve up an award-winning tour that includes stories, laughs, and a Jameson comparative whiskey tasting.

Tonight, you’re in for a highly entertaining dinner experience at the Merry Ploughboy Pub just outside Dublin. Enjoy exceptional food along with Irish music and dance performances.

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This morning after breakfast at the hotel, you venture 45 minutes south of Dublin city center to the Ballyknocken House and Cookery School, home to celebrity TV chef, Catherine (Byrne) Fulvio. The farm boasts a charming Victorian farmhouse (Catherine’s home and one of Irelands first B&B’s); The internationally recognized Ballyknocken Cookery School is located in the former milking parlor. Today you’ll be taking part in “Guinness is Good For You”, where you’ll get to know the secrets of how Irish people keep health by making your own 3 course lunch using one key ingredient “Guinness,” Learn how to make recipes such as Beef & Guinness Stew and Chocolate Guinness Cake.

Tonight, after returning to Dublin and some time to refresh, you’ll enjoy dinner together at one of Dublin’s best restaurants.

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Today you bid a fond farewell to Dublin and head off to County Kerry in the scenic southwest corner of Ireland. The drive is approximately 4 hours but you’ll make a stop for lunch along the way. This afternoon experience some of the most iconic and beautiful sights of Killarney. Go back in time and experience Ireland’s most traditional mode of transport with horse drawn carts (jaunting carts) through the beautiful parks of Killarney.

Along the way you visit Muckross House and Gardens. This nineteenth century Victorian mansion is set against the stunning beauty of Killarney National Park. The house stands close to the shores of Muckross Lake, one of Killarney’s three lakes, famed worldwide for their splendor and beauty.

Tonight, you enjoy dinner at the hotel.

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Wake up with an included breakfast at the hotel before we set out for a full day tour to the Gap of Dunloe.

The Gap of Dunloe is a narrow pass between Macgillycuddy’s Reeks and the Purple Mountains near Killarney. It begins at Kate Kearney’s Cottage and ends with a descent into The Black Valley, a distance of approximately 11 km (7 miles). As one travels through the Gap from Kate Kearney’s, five small lakes are passed: Coosaun Lough, Black Lake, Cushnavally Lake, Auger Lake, and Black Lough; in turn, these lakes are connected by the River Loe from which the gap gets its name. Between the first two lakes is an old arch bridge called the ‘Wishing Bridge’ so named because it is said that wishes made while upon it are destined to come true.

This is more of an adventure than tour. First you take a bus to Kate Kearney’s Cottage, then a journey of 7 miles by jaunting car (horse cart) through the famous gap, a glaciated valley to Lord Brandon’s Cottage, where you have a BBQ lunch before the traditional style boat takes us through the three Lakes of Killarney to Ross Castle where a bus will return you to Killarney.

Tonight, enjoy a night of leisure and dinner on your own in Killarney.

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After breakfast, you embark on a scenic coach tour along Ireland’s iconic Ring of Kerry, a 179-kilometer route showcasing the country’s most breathtaking landscapes. Travel through charming towns like Killorglin, Waterville, and Sneem, each offering unique cultural and historical insights. Enjoy panoramic stops at Ladies View and Moll’s Gap, perfect for capturing the beauty of the Lakes of Killarney and MacGillycuddy’s Reeks. The tour includes commentary from expert guides, enriching your journey with stories of local legends and heritage. This experience offers a relaxed yet immersive exploration of County Kerry.

This evening, you’ll enjoy dinner at a restaurant in Killarney.

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Today brings a journey from Killarney to Clare for the final leg of your Ireland exploration. Along the way, we’ll make a stop at Foynes Flyingboat Museum including an Irish coffee masterclass.

Foyne’s Flying boat Museum captures perfectly the romantic era of the first transatlantic passenger flights by flyingboat. Pan-Am Airlines commissioned Charles Lindbergh who had made the first solo flight to Europe in 1927, to find a suitable base for their flyingboat service from New York to Ireland. Foynes on the Shannon estuary was chosen as the nearest European landfall, which turned out to be of strategic importance as a back door into Europe during WW2.

Half the pleasure of an Irish coffee is sipping the hot coffee/whiskey through a layer of cold cream. It was invented by chef Joe Sheridan in the bar of the Foynes Flyingboat Terminal in the 1940’s to warm up damp cold passengers en route to the USA, it still does the trick on a wet miserable afternoon or as an after-dinner soother.

At Foynes you can also explore the life and legacy of legendary Irish-American actress Maureen O’Hara. the exhibit is dedicated to this Hollywood icon, who starred in several classic films from the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Following a lunch stop in Adare, you visit Bunratty Castel and Folk Park. Bunratty Folk Park, a recreated 19th century village complete with houses, for both the poor and the rich from a small laborer’s cottage to the grand manor house, streets, shops, a pub, a doctor’s, a school, and much more to explore.

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After checking in at Gregan’s Castle Hotel, take some time refresh before we gather for dinner at the hotel.

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Following breakfast at our castle hotel, you set of for an exploration of Inis Oírr the smallest of the world-renowned Aran Islands on our privately guided and curated cultural experience.

Inis Oírr is home to a year-round population of 320 people and the only island of the Irish coast where the population is increasing. Measuring a mere 3 miles by 1.5miles, the island is easily travelled and is known for its crystal clear waters and sandy beach by the harbour. The islanders speak Irish (Gaelic) as their first language resulting in an island rich in culture, history and heritage. Our emphasis today will be on meeting local islanders from Eoin the local publican who will host you our guests to Alissa, a native of Wisconsin but happily settled on the island for more than 20 years. Alissa will offer a feast of local seafood, meats, salads and scrumptious desserts. Entertainment at the pub will be provided by Irish Young Traditional Musicians of the Year Conor Connolly 2019, Padraic Keane 2011, Sorcha Costello 2021 and champion All Ireland seanós dancer Becky Ní Eallaithe. Vehicle tours visiting the shipwreck and underground church. We will also have a chance to meet a local Aran Sweater Knitting family and a handmade fudge maker also from the island.

This evening you’ll enjoy dinner at Monks Ballyvaughan. Nothing compares to enjoying local seafood and Irish cuisine while overlooking stunning vistas of Galway Bay. This restaurant is renowned for fresh, local produce, great service and a warm welcoming atmosphere.

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