Dromoland Castle with Irish B&B's
Irish extravagance and hospitality
Enjoy a stay at the luxurious Dromoland Castle plus cozy stays at the bed and breakfasts of your choice! Choose from 6 or 8-nights and build your own adventure on the Emerald Isle. See the Cliffs of Moher, the Wild Atlantic Way, and more.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Dublin (DUB), out of Shannon (SNN)
- Manual car rental for the duration of your stay - upgrade to automatic available
- Pick up at Dublin Airport, drop off at Shannon Airport
- 5 nights in your choice of B&B's throughout Ireland
- 1 night in County Clare at the Dromoland Castle
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
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Stop at the English Market in Cork, established in 1788 .
- See the stunning Cliffs of Moher!
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Drive the Wild Atlantic Way and the stunning west coast of Ireland.
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Pop into a lively pub in Dublin and have a pint with the locals.
Feel like royalty at luxurious accommodations, the Dromoland Castle.
Spend 6 incredible nights seeing Ireland the way you want to! Fly into Dublin to start your self-guided journey around the island. Choose your favorite B&Bs to explore during your stay, then wrap up the trip in the picturesque county of Clare for one more night at the stunning Dromoland Castle. With no other planned tours or timetables to mind, you have complete freedom to introduce yourself to Ireland the way you want to!
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 into Dublin (DUB), out of Shannon (SNN)
- Manual car rental for the duration of your stay - upgrade to automatic available
- Pick up at Dublin Airport, drop off at Shannon Airport
- 5 nights in your choice of B&B's throughout Ireland
- 1 night in County Clare at the Dromoland Castle
- Breakfast daily
-
Stop at the English Market in Cork, established in 1788 .
- See the stunning Cliffs of Moher!
-
Drive the Wild Atlantic Way and the stunning west coast of Ireland.
-
Pop into a lively pub in Dublin and have a pint with the locals.
Feel like royalty at luxurious accommodations, the Dromoland Castle.
Spend 6 incredible nights seeing Ireland the way you want to! Fly into Dublin to start your self-guided journey around the island. Choose your favorite B&Bs to explore during your stay, then wrap up the trip in the picturesque county of Clare for one more night at the stunning Dromoland Castle. With no other planned tours or timetables to mind, you have complete freedom to introduce yourself to Ireland the way you want to!
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.
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Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
Fly into the vibrant city of Dublin and pick up the rental car you will be using for the entirety of the trip. Head off to your first stop and spend the evening relaxing and preparing for the adventure ahead!
Check-in - Ireland Bed and Breakfast
Staying in an Ireland Bed and Breakfast offers travelers the complete flexibility of creating their own itinerary. You must select your accommodations ahead of time directly at http://www.reserveabandb.com. To ensure the best availability, it's recommended that you pre-book your B&Bs as far in advance as possible. Enjoy your choice of accommodations from small towns to quaint villages to countryside manors.
All Irish B&B's pride themselves on providing their guests with a fresh, home-cooked breakfast each morning and quality accommodations that cater to every need. Draw on the local knowledge, personal touch and warm welcome of your Irish hosts. Learn about all the best local restaurants, pubs, shops, attractions and activities. Your hosts specialize in the best services available from golf to walking tours of the area, to adventure breaks and much more.
Why Stay in a B&B?
- Most bed and breakfasts are owned by the B&B operators themselves, who usually live on the premises. It's natural to expect that B&B operators who live in their own B&B's will bring a different perspective to the job.
- At B&B's, "customers" are truly guests, and it shows. The B&B owners will gladly help you find the best restaurant in town, the best pubs, point you to the best tourist attractions and local amenities and much much more. Many B&B's depend on word-of-mouth recommendations.
Combine those two factors and it's easy to see why B&B owners go out of their way to make sure your stay provides some great memories of Ireland.
*B&B check-in is between 3:00pm and 6:00pm..
Day 2. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
A great way to spend day two is to head toward Kinsale, stopping along the way to see Rock of Cashel. This historical landmark is filled with wonders to discover. After that, you can pass through Cork City to explore the booming foodie scene and English Market in the Rebel City.
Village Square Kinsale
Day 3. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Today, you can take a road trip to the Dingle Peninsula to whale watch in the Dingle Bay, climb Mount Brandon, or explore the Great Blasket Island. Fringed with sandy beaches and rugged cliffs, the natural beauty of the Dingle Peninsula is sure to be a highlight of the trip!
Dingle
Day 4. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Take a leisurely drive through the Ring of Kerry. Be sure to leave plenty of time to drive "off" the main road so you don't miss hidden gems such as Rossbeigh Beach, St Finian's Bay, or Skelligs Chocolate Factory!
Ring of Kerry View
Day 5. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Move on from Kerry and head toward Ennis to visit Bunratty Castle, Burren National Park, or the iconic Cliffs of Moher. Don't forget to stop into town for a little shopping and some friendly banter with the locals!
Bunratty Castle
Day 6. Ireland Bed & Breakfast - Clare
Check into luxury at Dromoland
Castle then explore the many exciting sites of county Clare. Consider
visiting the Ailwee Caves or The Burren. In the evening, treat yourself
to a final traditional Irish meal and a fresh pint before returning to
your accommodation.
Check-in - Dromoland Castle
Day 7. Depart Ireland
Say farewell to the Emerald Isle as you return your car to Shannon Airport and head home.
Fly home!
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