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Explore the Emerald Isle
May 8 - 18, 2027
Join Christine and Lynn for an unforgettable journey through Ireland from May 8–18, 2027, traveling from the lively streets of Dublin to Northern Ireland’s historic cities and dramatic coastline, then west through Connemara and Galway before continuing to medieval Kilkenny and returning to Dublin.
Your adventure begins with two nights in Dublin, including a panoramic introduction to the city, guided sightseeing, Trinity College and the Book of Kells, and a planned visit to historic Kilmainham Gaol. Our first evening sets the tone for the trip with a traditional Irish pub dinner accompanied by live music.
From Dublin, we’ll travel north to Belfast, where Victorian architecture, maritime history, and the city’s remarkable connection to Titanic take center stage. Our time here includes the acclaimed Titanic Belfast museum, a guided visit and tasting at Titanic Distillers, and a special evening at the historic Titanic Hotel followed by dinner at The Wolff Grill.
We’ll then continue along Northern Ireland’s spectacular coastline to the legendary Giant’s Causeway before traveling on to Derry, where a guided walk introduces us to the city’s historic walls and important areas including the Bogside and People’s Gallery. From there, we’ll visit Belleek Pottery to see the craftsmanship behind its famous porcelain before arriving at Lough Rynn Castle. Here, we’ll spend the night surrounded by 170 acres of estate grounds, enjoy traditional afternoon tea with prosecco, and dine at the castle.
Next, the scenery of western Ireland takes center stage as we travel through Connemara and enjoy a scenic 90-minute cruise on Killary Fjord, Ireland’s only fjord. We’ll then continue to Galway for two nights at The Hardiman on Eyre Square.
From Galway, we’ll journey by ferry to Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands, where a guided minibus tour introduces us to the island’s Gaelic culture, rugged Atlantic scenery, and ancient sites including Dún Aonghasa.
The journey then turns east with a visit to the early Christian monastic site of Clonmacnoise, leisure time in the heritage town of Birr, and an overnight stay in Kilkenny. Our final touring day includes Kilkenny Castle before we return to Dublin for some free time and a celebratory farewell dinner together.
Throughout the journey, the land package includes 10 breakfasts, one two-course lunch, four three-course dinners, traditional afternoon tea at Lough Rynn Castle, and a tasting at Titanic Distillers. Private coach transportation, guided sightseeing, and the admissions and experiences outlined in the itinerary are also included, creating a wonderful balance of planned touring, special experiences, memorable meals, and free time to simply enjoy Ireland at a comfortable pace.
Itinerary
Sat, May 8: Dublin, Ireland
Sun, May 9: Dublin, Ireland
Mon, May 10: Dublin to Belfast
Tue, May 11: Belfast
Wed, May 12: Belfast to Derry
Thu, May 13: Derry to Galway
Fri, May 14: Galway, Ireland
Sat, May 15: Aran Islands, County Galway, Ireland
Sun, May 16: Galway to Kilkenny
Mon, May 17: Kilkenny to Dublin
Tue, May 18: Dublin, Ireland
Full Itinerary
Full Trip Details
For the full day-by-day details, sightseeing experiences, accommodations, and important trip information, Full Itinerary above to view the complete Ireland itinerary. This is where you’ll find everything planned for our journey from Dublin through Northern Ireland, Galway, Kilkenny, and back to Dublin.
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Pricing & Payment
Land package: $5,111.75 per person
Based on double occupancy and a group of 25 travelers. Airfare is not included. Travelers departing from the United States will need to leave on May 7 to arrive in Dublin on May 8, when the land itinerary begins.- Deposit: A $500 refundable deposit per person is required to reserve your space and will be applied toward the final land-package balance. If you cancel 91 days or more before departure, the deposit will be refunded to the original credit card, less Goway’s 5% administrative fee.
- Final payment: Due January 27, 2027.
- Single-room supplement: An additional $1,506.50.
The final land price will be based on the number of travelers in the group. The price will decrease if more than 25 travelers participate and may increase if fewer than 25 participate. Any adjustment will be confirmed once the final group size is known.
Space is subject to availability until the deposit is received. The final land price remains subject to adjustment based on the group size.
Trip Highlights
This journey is filled with the kind of experiences that make a trip to Ireland truly memorable. We’ll begin with two nights in Dublin, where our time will include guided sightseeing, Trinity College and the Book of Kells, and a planned visit to Kilmainham Gaol. From there, the itinerary continues with some of Ireland’s most distinctive experiences, including a night in the elegant surroundings of Lough Rynn Castle, complete with traditional afternoon tea, prosecco, and dinner at the castle.
We’ll explore the legendary Giant’s Causeway, walk the historic walls of Derry, and discover Belfast’s extraordinary connection to the Titanic through Titanic Belfast, Titanic Distillers, and a special evening at the historic Titanic Hotel.
Ireland’s scenery takes center stage as we travel through Connemara, cruise the peaceful waters of Killary Fjord, and spend two nights at The Hardiman in Galway. From Galway, we’ll journey by ferry to Inis Mór in the Aran Islands, where ancient stone forts, Gaelic traditions, and dramatic Atlantic views create one of the most distinctive experiences of the trip.
Along the way, we’ll also visit Belleek Pottery, Clonmacnoise, Birr, and Kilkenny Castle, with a thoughtful balance of guided experiences and free time to explore independently.
And, of course, Ireland would not be Ireland without its hospitality. From a traditional pub dinner with live Irish music to memorable meals along the way and a celebratory farewell dinner in Dublin, this itinerary brings together iconic sights, beautiful accommodations, meaningful cultural experiences, and plenty of time to simply enjoy being in Ireland.
Included
- 10 nights of first-class, 4-star accommodations, including one night at Lough Rynn Castle Estate & Gardens
- Private air-conditioned coach transportation with a driver-guide throughout the tour
- Group airport transfers on arrival and departure for the designated group flights
- Evening transportation for scheduled group dinners and activities
- All sightseeing, guided experiences, admissions, and activities specifically outlined in the itinerary
- Aran Islands ferry transportation
- 10 breakfasts
- 1 two-course lunch
- 4 three-course dinners
- Traditional afternoon tea at Lough Rynn Castle
- Tasting at Titanic Distillers
- Local accommodation and sightseeing taxes
- Hotel porterage for one piece of luggage per person
- Electronic travel documents
Not Included
- Round-trip airfare to and from Ireland
- Airline departure taxes, fuel surcharges, and seat selection fees
- Additional airport transfers for travelers arriving or departing on flights other than the designated group flights
- Meals not specifically listed in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Early hotel check-in or late check-out
- Travel insurance
- Passport and visa-related fees
- Any future changes in government or local taxes
- Any future fuel surcharges or other additional land costs that may be imposed after booking

Your Advisor
Christine New
Vacation Planners of South Central Florida
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cnew@vacationplanners.com
(412) 699-1656