Irish Heritage

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Rediscover Ireland with us

See all the highlights on this classic tour - and on our 8-day option, luxuriate in a stay at the elegant, five-star Dromoland Castle Hotel.

Trip details

Tour start Shannon

Tour end Shannon

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Highlights

Jaunting Car Ride

Take a traditional horse-drawn ride through emerald green Irish parklands.

House of Waterford Crystal

See how the master craftsmen add a little sparkle to their work.

Dromoland Castle

Spend the night in a lavish real-life castle.

Ring of Kerry

Take one of the world's most famous—and gorgeous—drives.

King John's Castle

Step back in time as costumed guides take you on a tour of Limerick's colorful past—with tales of the former inhabitant, King John of "Robin Hood" fame.

Blarney Castle

Kiss the famous stone to see if you'll get the gift of gab.

Cliffs of Moher

Visit the Cliffs of Moher, a spectacular wall of sandstone soaring 700 feet above the pounding Atlantic surf below.

Sheepdog Demonstration

See authentic Irish farm life and watch the hardest working dogs in Ireland guard their herd.

Experience Glasnevin

The world’s first cemetery museum offers a unique perspective on Irish history – visit the graves of Ireland’s heroes and discover the stories of some of the one and half million people buried there.

Irish National Stud

Visit the home of equine royalty to see some of the world's finest thoroughbreds.

Medieval Castle Banquet

Feast like a lord or lady of old in a genuine medieval castle, enjoying delicious food and music in a fun atmosphere.

Dromoland Castle Dinner

The elegant Dromoland Castle has been welcoming guests since the 16th century. You’ll indulge in delicious cuisine in the oak-paneled dining room during your stay there.

The Merry Ploughboy Pub

The Merry Ploughboy Pub is owned and run by the traditional musical group ‘The Merry Ploughboys’ who perform every night along with traditional Irish dancers, while guests enjoy a hearty meal.

Itinerary

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Day 1Limerick | Kings John's Castle | Medieval Castle Banquet

Your tour departs at 2:00 PM from your Limerick hotel, when you meet your guide for a panoramic tour of Limerick. Next, visit King John's Castle and immerse yourself in 800 years of dramatic local history. Then enjoy a welcome drink with your group, and head out for a medieval-style banquet.(D)

Day 2Cliffs of Moher | River Shannon Ferry | Killarney | Jaunting Car Ride

Take in the spectacular beauty of the Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above the Atlantic surf. Relax on a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary. Travel on to Killarney, where you'll take a scenic jaunting car ride to Ross Castle and Killarney Estate. Dine in your hotel this evening. (B, D)

Day 3Ring of Kerry | Sheepdog Demonstration | Rozzers Restaurant

Visit Moriarty's, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner, in the beautiful Gap of Dunloe, then embark on Ireland's most popular scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry. You'll have plenty of photo stops along the route, which features some of Ireland's most spectacular scenery and some of the locations from the Star Wars films. Passing through Waterville and the village of Sneem, stop at Moll's Gap for views of the mountainous Macgillycuddy's Reeks. Spend some free time in Kenmare, then visit a sheep farm and watch the expert sheepdogs demonstrate their skills. Return to Killarney for dinner at the award-winning Rozzers Restaurant at The Killeen House. (B, D)

Day 4Blarney Castle | Cobh Heritage Centre | Waterford Walking Tour

Visit the famous Blarney Castle and climb the winding steps to kiss the famous stone, or walk through the lovely parklands and gardens. Head to the Cobh Heritage Centre where you can trace your ancestors, learn more about the ill-fated Titanic and Lusitania, or immerse yourself in the history of Irish emigrants. Relax as you follow the coastal route to Waterford. In the evening, take a gentle walk with a local historian who will reveal Waterford's Viking and medieval past. (B, D)

Day 5House of Waterford Crystal | Glendalough

Watch skilled artisans create sparkling masterpieces at the House of Waterford Crystal, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner. Travel through the stunning scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the way to Glendalough, one of Ireland's most beautiful destinations. There you'll explore the remains of one of the most important monastic sites in Ireland, founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Continue on to your hotel in Dublin. This evening dine on Irish specialties at the Merry Ploughboy Pub while enjoying a lively show of traditional Irish songs and step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 6Experience Glasnevin | Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour in Dublin

Set out on a panoramic tour of Dublin to see the highlights of Ireland's capital city. Next, tour Experience Glasnevin, the world's first cemetery museum, telling the story of the 1.5 million people buried there. It offers fascinating insight into Irish history and the people who lived it. Spend the afternoon touring independently, with your tickets to the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour, and choose one of these popular attractions: Teeling Distillery, Guinness Storehouse, the GPO Museum, or EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum. (B)

Day 7Irish National Stud | Dromoland Castle Hotel

Visit the home of equine royalty, The Irish National Stud, where you'll see impeccably-bred stallions alongside protective mares, frolicking foals, and athletic yearlings. Stroll around the delightful grounds to explore St. Fiachra's Garden and the Japanese Gardens. Travel to the majestic and deluxe Dromoland Castle Hotel. Relax in the elegant surroundings of this wonderful fairytale castle. Savor a delicious farewell dinner in the oak-paneled dining room. (Please note the July 10 departure will not visit Dromoland but will instead dine and stay in the luxurious Dunraven Arms Hotel in the charming town of Adare.) (B, D)

Day 8Tour Ends in Dromoland

Your tour ends after breakfast. (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner >

Where you’ll stay

Clayton Hotel Limerick Limerick, Ireland

Located on Steamboat Quay, Limerick the 17-story Clayton Hotel Limerick combines architectural...

The Brehon Hotel Killarney, Ireland

Boasting marble bathrooms and spacious rooms with mountain views, The Brehon is 1,650 feet from...

Granville Hotel Waterford, Ireland

The Granville Hotel in Waterford overlooks the River Suir and is a 5 minute...

The Davenport Hotel Dublin, Ireland

The Davenport is a newly redesigned 4-star hotel that sits beside Merrion Square park, steps away...

Dromoland Castle Hotel Newmarket-on-Fergus, Ireland

Dromoland Castle Hotel has individually decorated rooms feature classic furnishings and minibars,...

Inclusive package with no hidden extras

What's included?

Full daily breakfast and many meals*
An evening of Irish entertainment
Transportation (Buses, shuttles & ferries)
Welcome drinks with your group
Free Wi-Fi on luxury coaches
All entrance fees to attractions
Comprehensive travel itinerary

*Breakfast is not included on Day 1

Our welcome gift to you

A travel backpack
Travel adapter
Rain poncho
Luggage strap and tags
Documents wallet

From our travelers

What a fabulous time we had on our recent tour of Ireland! All the Irish sights from the medieval castles to the rolling green countrysides were amazing.

Katie, Potomac, Maryland

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See what people are saying about this trip

Alicia Ann Canalejo

3 months ago

We had an amazing experience and everyone should try a tour once in their life.

Mrs. Tiffany T Clements

11 months 1 week ago

Negatives:St John's castle was not the best tour and the Ring of Kerry was a really long day with many queasy turns on the bus. I would also suggest a trip to Adair at the start while near Limerick.
Positves: Bunratty, the cliff of Moher, and the jaunting ride from Killnary were wonderful. Sheep herding at Kissane was great. Blarney Castle was beautiful and the Waterford tour was a suprising positive. The Glasnevin tour in Dublin was a great way to connect all the dots in history. All of the hotels were nice. I would rank them highest to lowest: Granville, Brenhon, Clayton, Davenport

Dennis G Tanji

11 months 1 week ago

Wonderful time in Mystical Ireland!

It's hard to put a price on a vacation, Was it too cheep or was it too expensive? We believe you get what you put into it! Everything was Great, wish we ha better weather at the Dromoland Castle (it rained the ay we arrived and lever soon in the morning). so didn't get to appreciate what was there!

Becky

1 year 2 months ago

Amazing tour

A great tour for a reasonable price

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