Ireland's Best incl. 5-Star Castle
Journey through Dublin, Cork, Clare, & Laois
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
Transportation:
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration
Accommodations:
- 2 nights in Dublin at the Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel or similar (without breakfast)
- 2 nights in Kinsale at the Actons Hotel or Hayfield Manor (without breakfast)
- 1 night in Clare at the Dromoland Castle (without breakfast)
- 1 night in County Laois at the The Heritage Killenard (without breakfast)
Great Ways to Explore
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Enjoy a self-drive journey from Dublin to Cork and beyond!
- Visit the English Market in Cork, where the locals go to get the freshest produce.
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Grab a pint at a local pub in Dublin and experience the city's personality.
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The 5-star Heritage Killenard will be a real treat- luxurious & warm.
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Pay a visit to the Cliffs of Moher during your time in Clare.
You’ll have a rental car for the duration of this Ireland vacation so you can make any pit-stops, take the back roads or park it and explore on foot! Begin in Dublin. This colorful city is full of energy and you’ll have a range of activities to choose from. Tour the Guinness Storehouse, take a stroll through Trinity College or entertain the Dublin night scene at Temple Bar!
Continue south to Kinsale for a stop-over. Take a day-trip to the dazzling seaside village of Cobh, or the Viking town of Waterford. Stay nearby and explore the famed Blarney Castle and Stone.
Continue to County Clare at the 5-star Dromoland Castle. Take the short drive to the Cliffs of Moher or spend an afternoon in Limerick, checking out the local shops and restaurants.
Finish off this vacation in County Laois at the luxurious 5-star Heritage Killenard. You’ll have a golf course on-site paired with a bar overlooking the Slieve Bloom Mountains. Dublin is located about one-hour from the Heritage.
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.
Enhance your vacation with:
- Breakfast daily
- Glasnevin Cemetery
- Jameson Distillery Admission
- Guinness Storehouse 10% Off Admission
- Cliffs of Moher
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- Bunratty Castle & Folk Park Admission
- 15% Off Spa Treatments at The Heritage Killenard
Transportation:
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration
Accommodations:
- 2 nights in Dublin at the Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel or similar (without breakfast)
- 2 nights in Kinsale at the Actons Hotel or Hayfield Manor (without breakfast)
- 1 night in Clare at the Dromoland Castle (without breakfast)
- 1 night in County Laois at the The Heritage Killenard (without breakfast)
-
Enjoy a self-drive journey from Dublin to Cork and beyond!
- Visit the English Market in Cork, where the locals go to get the freshest produce.
-
Grab a pint at a local pub in Dublin and experience the city's personality.
-
The 5-star Heritage Killenard will be a real treat- luxurious & warm.
-
Pay a visit to the Cliffs of Moher during your time in Clare.
You’ll have a rental car for the duration of this Ireland vacation so you can make any pit-stops, take the back roads or park it and explore on foot! Begin in Dublin. This colorful city is full of energy and you’ll have a range of activities to choose from. Tour the Guinness Storehouse, take a stroll through Trinity College or entertain the Dublin night scene at Temple Bar!
Continue south to Kinsale for a stop-over. Take a day-trip to the dazzling seaside village of Cobh, or the Viking town of Waterford. Stay nearby and explore the famed Blarney Castle and Stone.
Continue to County Clare at the 5-star Dromoland Castle. Take the short drive to the Cliffs of Moher or spend an afternoon in Limerick, checking out the local shops and restaurants.
Finish off this vacation in County Laois at the luxurious 5-star Heritage Killenard. You’ll have a golf course on-site paired with a bar overlooking the Slieve Bloom Mountains. Dublin is located about one-hour from the Heritage.
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.
Enhance your vacation with:
- Breakfast daily
- Glasnevin Cemetery
- Jameson Distillery Admission
- Guinness Storehouse 10% Off Admission
- Cliffs of Moher
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- Bunratty Castle & Folk Park Admission
- 15% Off Spa Treatments at The Heritage Killenard
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Day 1. Welcome to Dublin
Dublin is 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!
Overlooking O'Connell Street in Dublin, the Gresham Hotel offers free Wi-Fi, daily breakfast, a small gym on-site as well as access to a larger facility just 5 minutes away, a restaurant, and a bar.
Rooms are spacious and plush, featuring a LCD TV, a safe, a hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, ironing facilities, and private bathrooms. Parking is available for a nightly charge, and the Dublin 3Arena is just a mile away. Temple Bar, the River Liffey, and excellent shopping opportunities are available just a few minutes walk away. Thy Connolly Train Station is a 5-minute walk away, the port is a little over a mile and a half away, and Dublin Airport is just over 6 miles away.
The Merrion, located in the heart of Dublin city center, is the capital’s most luxurious five-star hotel, and a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Occupying some of the finest, most beautifully restored, and best-located Georgian buildings in the city, this 142-room hotel is as welcoming as it is stylish. The Merrion is a marriage of exquisite comfort, relaxed elegance and advanced guest facilities, including free Wi-Fi, and luxurious Spa and Health Club with 60-foot pool and fitness center. As much a favorite with Dubliners as it is with visitors to the city, The Merrion is home to the 2-star Michelin Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, The Cellar Bar, The Garden Room, and the intimate No. 23 Cocktail Bar.
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.
Day 3. Dublin - Kinsale
Your next two nights will be spent in Kinsale. Take the short drive to Cork where 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.
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 - 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 7. Depart Ireland
Depart Ireland today from Dublin Airport.
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