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Explore the Emerald Isle

May 8 - 18, 2027

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Christine New

Vacation Planners of South Central Florida

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Day 1 · Sat, May 8 · Dublin, Ireland


USA to Dublin Flight

Dublin Airport to Dublin City Center

Guests arriving during the designated group arrival window will be met by our driver-guide at Dublin Airport and travel together by private coach into Dublin. If your flight arrives outside of the group arrival window, you will need to arrange and...

Panoramic Introduction to Dublin

Begin your time in Ireland with a panoramic introduction to Dublin as we travel through the heart of this lively and historic city. Along the way, we’ll see many of Dublin’s best-known landmarks, including O’Connell Street and the General Post Off...

The Address Connolly

May 8 – May 10 · Check in: 3:00PM

Amiens Street, Connolly, Dublin D01 X6P6, Ireland

The Address Connolly is a stylish four-star hotel in the heart of Dublin City Centre, combining contemporary design with touches of traditional Irish style. Formerly known as the North Star Hotel, the property has been reimagined with an emphasis ...

Traditional Pub Dinner with Music

This evening, your driver will take you to a traditional Irish pub for an included three-course dinner and a lively introduction to Ireland’s famous pub culture. While the exact pub is still to be confirmed, you can expect a warm, welcoming atmosp...

Day 2 · Sun, May 9 · Dublin, Ireland


Guided walking tour of Dublin

After your included breakfast at the hotel, set out on a guided walking tour of Dublin and experience the city from street level. As you make your way through its historic quarters, your guide will bring Dublin’s story to life, from its Viking beg...

Trinity College and Book of Kells

Next, you’ll visit Trinity College, Ireland’s oldest university, founded in 1592 under the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Set on the former grounds of an Augustinian priory, the campus is known for its elegant Georgian architecture, historic courtyar...

Kilmainham Gaol

Your next stop is Kilmainham Gaol, one of Ireland’s most significant and emotionally powerful historic sites. Now preserved as a museum, the former prison tells the story of Ireland’s long struggle for independence and the people who played a cent...

Free Time

With the afternoon at leisure, you’ll be in a great location to continue exploring Dublin on your own or simply relax after the morning’s sightseeing. The Address Connolly is directly opposite Connolly Station and within easy walking distance of D...

Day 3 · Mon, May 10 · Dublin to Belfast


Dublin to Belfast

After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll check out and say goodbye to Dublin as your journey continues north to Belfast. Settle into your private coach and enjoy the changing scenery along the way as you travel through the Irish countryside and cross ...

Panoramic Tour of Belfast

Upon arrival in Belfast, you’ll begin with a panoramic tour that introduces you to the history, character, and changing face of Northern Ireland’s capital. As you travel through the city, you’ll see a mix of elegant Victorian architecture, busy co...

Stay at Europa Hotel Belfast

May 10 – May 12 · Check in: 3:00PM

Europa Hotel, Great Victoria Street, Belfast BT2 7AP, UK

The Europa Hotel Belfast is one of the city’s best-known hotels and a landmark in its own right. Located on Great Victoria Street in the heart of Belfast, this four-star Hastings property has been welcoming guests for generations and combines a se...

Free Time

After checking in at the Europa Hotel, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your own pace. You may want to browse the shops and cafés in the city centre, take a walk around Belfast City Hall, wander through the lively Cathedral Quarter, or sim...

Day 4 · Tue, May 11 · Belfast


Titanic Belfast Museum

After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll head to Titanic Belfast, located beside the historic shipyard where RMS Titanic was designed, built, and launched. During our visit, we’ll explore nine interactive galleries that tell the story of Titanic from h...

Titanic Distillers

Next, we’ll continue to Titanic Distillers at Thompson Dock, a historic area where Titanic and many of her sister ships were once fitted out before setting sail. During a 60-minute guided tour of the beautifully restored Pumphouse, we’ll learn mor...

Free/Rest Time

After our distillery visit, we’ll return by private coach to the Europa Hotel. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at a more relaxed pace, with plenty of time to have lunch, rest, or recharge before getting ready for our evening activities. Lunch is o...

Dinner at Titanic Belfast Hotel-The Wolff Grill

This evening, we’ll return to Belfast’s Titanic Quarter for a special night at Titanic Hotel Belfast, located inside the beautifully restored former headquarters and drawing offices of Harland & Wolff. The building itself is an important part of B...

Day 5 · Wed, May 12 · Belfast to Derry


Belfast to Derry

After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll check out of the Europa Hotel and depart Belfast as the journey continues west toward Derry/Londonderry. Settle into your private coach and enjoy the changing scenery of Northern Ireland as your driver-guide ta...

Giant's Causeway

As you make your way toward Derry, one of the day’s standout experiences is a visit to the Giant’s Causeway, reached along Northern Ireland’s dramatic coastline. The drive itself is part of the experience, with opportunities to take in sweeping co...

Derry Local Pub Lunch

After arriving in Derry, you’ll enjoy an included two-course lunch at a local pub or restaurant, giving you a chance to relax and sample the local atmosphere before continuing with the afternoon’s sightseeing. It’s a nice opportunity to slow down,...

Walking Tour of Derry

Enjoy a guided walking tour of Derry City and its historic walls, one of the most memorable ways to get to know this fascinating city. Derry is the only completely walled city remaining in Ireland, and its early 17th-century walls still form a ful...

Everglades Hotel

May 12 – May 13 · Check in: 3:00PM

Everglades Hotel, Prehen Road, Derry, BT47 2NH

Everglades Hotel, Derry Set along the banks of the River Foyle, the Everglades Hotel is a comfortable four-star property just outside the center of Derry and a lovely place to unwind after a full day of sightseeing. Part of the Hastings Hotels col...

Day 6 · Thu, May 13 · Derry to Galway


Derry to Lough Rynn Castle

After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll check out and depart Derry as the journey continues south toward Lough Rynn Castle. Settle into your private coach and enjoy a relaxing drive through the northwest of Ireland, where the scenery gradually shifts...

Belleek Pottery

Along the way, you’ll stop at the world-famous Belleek Pottery, housed in an impressive Victorian building that reflects the craftsmanship and ambition of its early years. Inside, you’ll find a museum, tearoom, video theatre, and showroom featurin...

Lough Rynn Castle Estates and Gardens

May 13 – May 14

Mohill, Leitrim N41 WE16, Ireland

Arrive at Lough Rynn Castle Estate & Gardens for one of the most memorable overnight stays of the journey. Set on 170 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, this elegant castle hotel blends old-world grandeur with modern comfort. Once the ancest...

Dinner at the Castle

This evening, enjoy a dinner at Lough Rynn Castle, where the setting is just as memorable as the meal itself. After an afternoon of exploring the estate or relaxing in the castle, you’ll gather with the group for dinner surrounded by the historic ...

Day 7 · Fri, May 14 · Galway, Ireland


Lough Rynn Castle to Galway

After breakfast at Lough Rynn Castle, you’ll check out and begin the journey west toward Galway, traveling through some of Ireland’s most beautiful countryside along the way. The route takes you through the landscapes of County Leitrim and Mayo an...

Westport

A short stop in Westport offers a lovely taste of one of County Mayo’s most charming heritage towns. Set along the Wild Atlantic Way with Clew Bay and Croagh Patrick forming part of the surrounding landscape, Westport is known for its colorful str...

Killary Fjord Boat Tour

12:00PM

The Killary Fjord Boat Tour is a scenic 90-minute cruise through Ireland’s only true fjord, surrounded by the dramatic mountains of Connemara and County Mayo. As the boat glides through the calm waters, you’ll have time to take in the rugged shore...

Connemara Photo Stops

As you continue toward Galway, the drive through Connemara becomes part of the experience itself. The landscape here is beautifully rugged, with mountains, lakes, open valleys, stone walls, and stretches of countryside that feel wonderfully untouc...

Panoramic Tour of Galway

Upon arrival in Galway, you’ll enjoy a panoramic introduction to this lively city on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic coast. Known for its colorful streets, artistic energy, and strong maritime heritage, Galway has a personality all its own, blending histo...

Stay at The Hardiman, Ascend Hotel Collection

May 14 – May 16

Eyre Square, Galway, H91 NFD2, Ireland

The Hardiman, Galway Overlooking Eyre Square in the very heart of Galway, The Hardiman is a historic four-star hotel that has been welcoming guests since 1852. The property blends its original Victorian character, including high ceilings, tall sas...

Day 8 · Sat, May 15 · Aran Islands, County Galway, Ireland


Aran Islands Day Trip to Inis Mór

Breakfast at your hotel. This morning, depart Galway and travel to the west coast ferry port for a scenic crossing to the Aran Islands. Your destination is Inis Mór, the largest of the three islands and the cultural heart of this windswept archipe...

Free Time

After returning to Galway from your day on Inis Mór, the evening is yours to enjoy at your own pace. With The Hardiman overlooking Eyre Square, you’ll be perfectly placed to step back out and enjoy the city’s lively atmosphere, whether that means ...

Day 9 · Sun, May 16 · Galway to Kilkenny


Galway to Kilkenny

After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll check out of The Hardiman and depart Galway as the journey continues east toward Kilkenny. Settle into your private coach and enjoy the changing scenery as you leave the west of Ireland behind and travel throug...

Clonmacnoise

Your next stop is Clonmacnoise, one of Ireland’s most atmospheric early Christian sites, set along the peaceful banks of the River Shannon. Founded in the 6th century, the monastery became an important center of religion, learning, and pilgrimage,...

Birr Village

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

May 16 – May 17

Ormonde Street, Kilkenny, Ireland

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel The Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel is a stylish four-star hotel located on Ormonde Street in the heart of Kilkenny City Centre. It has the feel of a full-service city hotel, with comfortable public spaces and leisure facilities, whi...

Free Time

After checking in at the Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel, the evening is yours to enjoy at your own pace. The hotel is located right in the heart of Kilkenny, making it easy to step outside and explore the city on foot. You may want to wander through the h...

Day 10 · Mon, May 17 · Kilkenny to Dublin


Kilkenny Castle

After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll check out and make your way to Kilkenny Castle before departing for Dublin. Set within beautifully maintained parkland, this magnificent castle is one of Ireland’s most recognizable historic landmarks and has p...

Kilkenny to Dublin

After your visit to Kilkenny Castle, settle back into your private coach for the journey north to Dublin. The drive is typically about 1½ hours, depending on traffic as you approach the city. Kilkenny sits roughly 90 minutes from Dublin, making th...

Camden Court Hotel

May 17 – May 18

Camden Street Lower, Dublin, Ireland

Camden Court Hotel Camden Court Hotel is a four-star hotel located on Lower Camden Street in Dublin 2, just south of the heart of the city. The surrounding Camden Street neighborhood is one of Dublin’s livelier areas, filled with restaurants, café...

Free Afternoon

Once we arrive back in Dublin and check in at the Camden Court Hotel, the afternoon is yours to enjoy at your own pace. This is your chance for one last wander through the city, a little shopping, or simply some time to relax before our final even...

Farewell Dinner

This evening, we’ll gather together at the Camden Court Hotel for a special included three-course farewell dinner, a wonderful way to celebrate the end of our journey through Ireland. After so many days of exploring, this will be our chance to slo...

Day 11 · Tue, May 18 · Dublin, Ireland


Final Morning

Enjoy one last included breakfast at the hotel before checking out and saying goodbye to Dublin. After breakfast, gather your belongings and meet your driver for the included group transfer to Dublin Airport, where you’ll begin your journey home w...

Group Transfer to Airport

After breakfast and check-out, you’ll meet your driver for the included group transfer to Dublin Airport. Sit back and relax on the final ride of the journey as we make our way from the hotel to the airport with plenty of time allowed for departur...