Ireland's Best incl. 5-Star Castle + Tours
The ultimate Irish self-drive through Dublin, Clare and more!
This 6-, 7- or 8-night Ireland vacation package allows you to self-drive the Best of Ireland! You will enjoy beautiful accommodations as you travel at your leisure to Dublin, Cork, Clare and Laois.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration
- 2 nights in Dublin at the Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane or North Star Hotel (without breakfast)
- 2 nights in Kinsale at the Actons Hotel or the Carlton Hotel Kinsale (without breakfast)
- 2 nights in Clare at the Dromoland Castle (without breakfast)
- 1 night in County Laois at the The Heritage Killenard (without breakfast)
- Breakfast daily
- Glasnevin Cemetery
- Jameson Distillery Admission
- Cliffs of Moher
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
- 15% Off Spa Treatments at The Heritage Killenard
Great Ways to Explore
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Explore Ireland's best from Dublin to Adare with special sightseeing included.
- Visit the Glasnevin Cemetery where some of Ireland's bravest have been laid to rest.
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Taste true Irish culture with a whiskey drink at the Jameson Distillery.
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Enjoy luxury and style at the 5-star Heritage Killenard.
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The village of Adare is quintessentially Irish with colored storefronts and thatched cottages.
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 economy car rental for duration
- 2 nights in Dublin at the Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane or North Star Hotel (without breakfast)
- 2 nights in Kinsale at the Actons Hotel or the Carlton Hotel Kinsale (without breakfast)
- 2 nights in Clare at the Dromoland Castle (without breakfast)
- 1 night in County Laois at the The Heritage Killenard (without breakfast)
- Breakfast daily
- Glasnevin Cemetery
- Jameson Distillery Admission
- Cliffs of Moher
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
- 15% Off Spa Treatments at The Heritage Killenard
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Explore Ireland's best from Dublin to Adare with special sightseeing included.
- Visit the Glasnevin Cemetery where some of Ireland's bravest have been laid to rest.
-
Taste true Irish culture with a whiskey drink at the Jameson Distillery.
-
Enjoy luxury and style at the 5-star Heritage Killenard.
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The village of Adare is quintessentially Irish with colored storefronts and thatched cottages.
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!
Welcome to Dublin, Ireland’s diverse capital city with history and culture running through the cobblestoned streets in every direction. You’ll have two nights at either the Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane or North Star Hotel. Spend the remainder of today at your leisure. Peruse St. Stephen’s Green, admire the Christ Church Cathedral and then enjoy a traditional Irish dinner at a local pub, perhaps!
Check-in - Clayton Cardiff Lane
Day 2. Dublin
Continue your exploration of Dublin today. Be sure to visit Trinity College and St. Patrick’s Cathedral and then have a pint or two at Temple Bar and experience Dublin’s famed nightlife. Other popular attractions include the Glasnevin Cemetery, Guinness Storehouse and the Jameson Distillery. All of these are included in this $99 upgrade.
Day 3. Dublin - Kinsale
Your next two nights will be spent in Kinsale, neighboring Cork. In Cork you will find the Blarney Castle and Stone. Check out the English Market in Cork, one of the largest markets in Ireland. You can try some tasty Irish cuisine and experience the culture a bit more here.
Check-in - Actons Hotel
Established in 1946, Actons Hotel is the oldest in Kinsale. The hotel stands on the banks of Kinsale Harbour and provides guests with an unsurpassable view of the yachts in the water. The boutique style hotel has 73 rooms, all day dining, and fitness facilities as well as a pool, sauna, and wellness treatment rooms.
Unwind by the harbor after you've had a chance to explore the historic town. Known as the Gourmet Captial of Ireland, Kinsale won't disappoint with its selection of restaurants, shopping opportunities, or options for excursions during the day.
Day 4. Kinsale
Feel free to make other day-trips to Waterford or Killarney. Southern Ireland is such an accessible area of the country with a range of places to visit and things to do! Visit the adorable seaside town of Cobh where you can walk along the water, peruse the boutique shops and indulge in some local cuisine.
Day 5. Kinsale - Newmarket-on-Fergus
Take the drive to the 5-star Dromoland Castle in Newmarket-on-Fergus for your next night. Dromoland Castle exemplifies luxury and elegance. Enjoy the 400 acre property which has several activities for guests or venture further out! Take a drive over to Limerick for a day-trip to see King John’s Castle and the Treaty Stone.
Check-in - Dromoland Castle
Day 6. Newmarket-on-Fergus
If you would like to spend your last day with a drive northwest to see the largest karst landscape in Europe, The Burren. Then, travel to the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, rising approximately 700 feet above the pounding Atlantic waves.
Day 7. Newmarket-on-Fergus - Killenard
Complete this Ireland vacation package with a stay at the 5-star Heritage Killenard in County Laois. This resort is surrounded by the scenic Slieve Bloom Mountains, offering both family-friendly hikes and more demanding paths for experienced hikers.
Check-in - The Heritage
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.
Day 8. Depart Ireland
Depart Ireland from the Dublin Airport
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