Ireland Luxury Villa Vacation Upgrade
Enjoy Ireland with the whole family.
Explore the southwest of Ireland for 6, 7 or 8 nights. Your headquarters is a luxurious self-catered private villa in Adare. Easy day trips to the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, Galway, and more make this an unforgettable adventure with the comfort of returning to your Irish home every evening.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift car rental for duration (automatic available for additional cost; inquire at time of booking)
- 6 nights in Adare at the Adare Villas (3 bedrooms, 3 baths, fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining room)
- 2 nights in Wicklow at the Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort or similar, without breakfast
PLUS!
- Aillawee Caves Admission
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- Admission to the Cliffs of Moher
- Ring of Kerry Guided Tour
- Kildare Village 10% Discount Voucher
Great Ways to Explore
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Fill your eyes with breathtaking views of the picturesque Irish countryside as you drive to each sight in your rental car.
- Choose the 8-night option to add a luxurious hotel located within a short drive from Dublin.
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Take amazing pictures of the Cliffs of Moher, on everybody's bucket list.
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Explore Killarney National Park, Ireland's oldest national park. Find stunning gardens, waterfalls, and ancient castle ruins!
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Don't miss pubs and restaurants with live music for the full Irish experience.
The Adare Villas are the perfect headquarters for exploring Ireland. The Villas are self-catering, spacious and include a list of amenities to make guests feel at home. This vacation package provides guests with a bit of privacy and independence with a stay in a private 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom villa complete with kitchen and living room.
The included rental car allows you to make at your own pace day trips to sights such as the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, and the Blarney Stone.
Your final two nights will be spent set in the midst of Wicklow's breathtaking scenery and rolling countryside. You'll also be a short drive from the capital city of Dublin where you can explore Trinity College, Temple Bar, and the Guinness Storehouse.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift car rental for duration (automatic available for additional cost; inquire at time of booking)
- 6 nights in Adare at the Adare Villas (3 bedrooms, 3 baths, fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining room)
- 2 nights in Wicklow at the Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort or similar, without breakfast
PLUS!
- Aillawee Caves Admission
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- Admission to the Cliffs of Moher
- Ring of Kerry Guided Tour
- Kildare Village 10% Discount Voucher
-
Fill your eyes with breathtaking views of the picturesque Irish countryside as you drive to each sight in your rental car.
- Choose the 8-night option to add a luxurious hotel located within a short drive from Dublin.
-
Take amazing pictures of the Cliffs of Moher, on everybody's bucket list.
-
Explore Killarney National Park, Ireland's oldest national park. Find stunning gardens, waterfalls, and ancient castle ruins!
-
Don't miss pubs and restaurants with live music for the full Irish experience.
The Adare Villas are the perfect headquarters for exploring Ireland. The Villas are self-catering, spacious and include a list of amenities to make guests feel at home. This vacation package provides guests with a bit of privacy and independence with a stay in a private 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom villa complete with kitchen and living room.
The included rental car allows you to make at your own pace day trips to sights such as the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, and the Blarney Stone.
Your final two nights will be spent set in the midst of Wicklow's breathtaking scenery and rolling countryside. You'll also be a short drive from the capital city of Dublin where you can explore Trinity College, Temple Bar, and the Guinness Storehouse.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
You will pick up your rental car at Dublin Airport and take off to your home for the week; the Adare Villas
Check-in - Adare Villas
The Adare Villas are an extraordinary collection of villas in stunning Adare, Limerick. The villas are located just about a 15 minute drive from Limerick city and 25 minutes from Shannon International Airport. Each villa includes fully equipped kitchens with a fridge, stove, microwave, coffee maker, dishwasher, and washing machine/dryer. You can enjoy your stay without worrying about having enough converters – there are 110 volt sockets in each room, all outlets are UL standard American sockets and do not require adapters to facilitate American Plug Tops.
There are a wide array of indoor and outdoor activities offered by the Adare Villas, taking place on the estate grounds or a close drive away. Activities include Falconry, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Fishing, Archery, Golf, and The Manor Fields Playground.
*Check-in is at 4:00pm
Please Note
Day 2. Adare
Make the short drive over to the Cliffs of Moher for some of the most impressive views of the Galway Bay and Aran Islands. This upgrade includes admission to the Cliffs of Moher and access to the visitor center.
A Tip For Your Trip: Don't forget your camera!
Cliffs Of Moher Admission
See Ireland's most visited sea cliffs; these dramatic cliffs rise over 700 ft above sea level and offer some of the most breathtaking coastal views.
On a clear day, see as far as the Aran Islands! Take a leisurely stroll along the guided path, climb the castle at the top of the hill, or see how many different species of birds you can spot - you may even see a puffin or two!
Aillwee Caves Admission
In the heart of County Clare's prehistoric Burren exists one of Ireland's oldest caves, waiting to be discovered and explored. Embark on an adventure through the dramatic underworld of the area, accompanied by an expert guide.
The tour consists of a 30-minute stroll through the beautiful caverns – over bridged chasms, under weird formations and alongside the thunderous waterfall which sometimes gently sprays the unsuspecting visitor!
Day 3. Adare
The Ring of Kerry is another special addition included in this upgrade!
Along this celebrated southwestern trail you will be able to see the Muckross House, Ross Castle, Lough Leane and the famous Killarney National Park. The Killarney National Park is famous for being home to the Torc waterfall and other beautiful parts of nature. Enjoy a hike through this land and admire the lakes, castle ruins, gardens, and Ireland's tallest mountains!
Ring of Kerry Guided Bus Tour
The Iveragh Peninsula - which contains Ireland’s most spectacular mountain road - the Ring of Kerry - is situated in the southwest corner of Ireland. Over the centuries it has been the inspiration of poets and writers because of its magnificent coastal scenery and rugged countryside.
This motorcoach tour allows travelers to share in the history, geography, culture, stories and folklore of the enchanting Ring of Kerry. This is an ideal opportunity for you to forget about the left-hand side of the road for a day and relax in worry-free comfort.
The Ring of Kerry is usually done in a counter-clockwise direction along the banks of the River Laune to Killorglin, via Glenbeigh, Kells, Caherciveen and the southern shores of Dingle Bay. The tour continues to Waterville and along the coast via Coomakista Pass and Derrynane and on to Sneem. From Sneem you travel up the mountain road to Molls Gap, then via Ladies’ View and back to Killarney. In addition to stopping at all points of interest en route you also stop for an hour at lunchtime. In the afternoon a stop will be made for tea/coffee/Guinness/refreshments.
Day 4. Adare
Today you'll want to use your included admission and visit the 600-year-old Blarney Castle and Stone. This is such an iconic landmark in Ireland; tourists from all over the world come to kiss the Blarney Stone.
A Tip For Your Trip: Legend has it that if you kiss the stone you will acquire the gift of eloquence or persuasion.
Blarney Castle
Blarney Castle was built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland's greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy, and has been attracting attention beyond Munster ever since.
Over the last few hundred years, millions have flocked to Blarney, making it a world landmark and one of Ireland's greatest treasures. Now that might have something to do with the Blarney Stone, the legendary Stone of Eloquence, found at the top of the Tower. Kiss it and you'll never again be lost for words.
Day 5. Adare
In the morning, drive to one of Ireland's best most charming medieval cities - Kilkenny! Included with this upgrade is a visit to Smithwick's Brewery, which produces one of the most popular ales in Ireland.
Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny
Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny is a new multi-sensory and interactive experience that will take visitors on a journey through the medieval origins of brewing on the site of the St. Francis Abbey Brewery, to the arrival of John Smithwick in the 1700’s, and right up to the present day.
Visitors will be fully immersed in the history of Smithwick’s, Ireland’s oldest beer brand, the amazing heritage of the Smithwick’s family and its place in Kilkenny, a city steeped in history and brewing.
The tour includes a giant 7-foot-high hologram monk welcoming you to the brewery. When you start the tour it will be in a monastery-like cavern, just as it was when the monks came there all those centuries ago, and it will be lit by candlelight - making it even more atmospheric.
During the tour, the Smithwick’s brewing process will be brought to life with visitors having the opportunity to experience the smells, tastes, and textures of the raw materials involved in creating the perfect pint of ale.
Day 6. Adare
This is your final day at the Adare Villas. You can venture out and make a day trip to Limerick city where you will see King Johns Castle that overlooks the River Shannon. Limerick city is a 20-minute drive from the Villas.
Day 7. Adare - Wicklow
Head to Wicklow today to your next accommodation. You can relax on your hotel grounds or head to the glacial valley of Glendalough, where you can visit the remains of an early Medieval monastic settlement.
Before arriving in Wicklow, stop in the village of Kildare and use your included discount at the numerous outlet stores.
Immerse yourself in elegant charm at the 5-star Heritage Killenard in County Laois. As soon as you walk through the hotel's doors, you'll step into a state of pure peace and tranquility. Check-in with the friendly reception team and admire the hotel's rich, traditional decor as you make your way up to your room. Open your door and find air conditioning, internet access, large comfortable beds, flat-screen TVs, and more.
After a quick nap, unpack your swimsuit and take a dip in the Jacuzzi or indoor pool. Take a whack at a match of tennis, bring out your inner-child in the game room, go fishing, or unwind in the sauna or steam rooms. Enjoy a pre-dinner glass of whiskey at the Slieve Bloom Bar, then indulge in a delicious dinner at any of the resort's three restaurants.
The Powerscourt Hotel is located on the doorstep of Dublin City on the grounds of the 1,000 acre Powerscourt House and Gardens. County Wicklow, affectionately known as ‘The Garden of Ireland,’ is a favored spot for cyclists and hikers, offering many beautiful trails through the mountains.
This elegant hotel brings together natural beauty and dignified accommodations offering guests an unforgettable experience. This Palladian estate is tucked back in the woodlands of County Wicklow and allows guests to take an enchanting stroll amidst the gentle green hills and sparkling lakes of Powerscourt Gardens, then head into Dublin for some cosmopolitan flair.
Its luxurious 5-star amenities and services include 200 spacious guest rooms, a world-class spa, a 20-meter Swarovski crystal-lit pool and fitness center, 36-holes of championship golf, and three exceptional dining facilities, including Gordon Ramsay at Powerscourt, a signature restaurant from the world-renowned chef.
Kildare Village Discount Voucher
Nestled within landscaped grounds and presented in an authentic village environment, Kildare Village is the perfect luxury shopping destination! You will find it difficult to resist temptation with over 90 brands such as Louise Kennedy, Gucci, Armani, Brooks Brothers, Anya Hindmarch and Hugo Boss offering up to 60% off all year around.
After a long day of shopping, unwind at one of the upscale eateries, such as L'Officina, Dunne & Crescenzi’s, an ultra-modern Italian restaurant offering breakfast, mid-morning snacks, lunch, and wonderful wines.
The Village is located at exit 13 off the M7 less than an hour's drive from Dublin Airport and Dublin city center.
Day 8. Wicklow
Day 9. Depart Ireland
Head to the airport today where you will drop off your rental car before your return flight home.