Discover Ireland in 5-star comfort
Experience Ireland in pure 5-star style on this luxurious self-drive getaway. Stay in handpicked hotels that blend grandeur, comfort, and authentic Irish charm — from a chic city retreat to a fairy-tale castle and an elegant country estate. With your own rental car, explore the stunning landscapes of Galway, Donegal, and County Wicklow at your own pace.
Choose the 7-night option to include a night in Belfast, or the 9-night option for two unforgettable nights in Killarney.
For something different, explore this B&B with Castle Stay vacation or instead view this fully escorted tour of Ireland.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual, economy-class car rental for the duration of your trip – upgrade to automatic available
- 2 nights in Galway at The g Hotel & Spa
- 2 nights in Donegal at Lough Eske Castle, or similar (with breakfast)
- 2 nights in Co. Wicklow at Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort (with breakfast)
Great Ways to Explore
Stay in luxurious accommodations throughout your stay.
Experience Ireland's natural wonders and ancient history.
Drive the iconic Ring of Kerry.
Take a day trip to the remote Aran Islands.
Explore the beauty of Wicklow Mountains National Park.
This comprehensive Irish vacation package includes a rental car and stays at high-end accommodations throughout your journey. Begin in Dublin and immediately head to Galway, letting you explore the city or take a ferry to the Aran Islands.
Continue to the wild, rugged landscapes of Donegal, featuring the dramatic Slieve League cliffs. Then, finish off in the stunning region of Co. Wicklow. Explore the serene Wicklow Mountains National Park—often called the "Garden of Ireland"—which includes the ancient monastic site of Glendalough and the beautiful Powerscourt Gardens, before returning to Dublin.
With luxurious accommodations and a rental car to explore at your own pace, this vacation ensures you experience an unforgettable and seamless exploration of Ireland's most iconic natural wonders, ancient sites, and bustling cultural hubs.
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:
- Galway Walking Tour
- Donegal Castle Self-Guided Tour
- Powerscourt House, Gardens & Waterfall admission
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual, economy-class car rental for the duration of your trip – upgrade to automatic available
- 2 nights in Galway at The g Hotel & Spa
- 2 nights in Donegal at Lough Eske Castle, or similar (with breakfast)
- 2 nights in Co. Wicklow at Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort (with breakfast)
Great Ways to Explore
Stay in luxurious accommodations throughout your stay.
Experience Ireland's natural wonders and ancient history.
Drive the iconic Ring of Kerry.
Take a day trip to the remote Aran Islands.
Explore the beauty of Wicklow Mountains National Park.
Package Overview
This comprehensive Irish vacation package includes a rental car and stays at high-end accommodations throughout your journey. Begin in Dublin and immediately head to Galway, letting you explore the city or take a ferry to the Aran Islands.
Continue to the wild, rugged landscapes of Donegal, featuring the dramatic Slieve League cliffs. Then, finish off in the stunning region of Co. Wicklow. Explore the serene Wicklow Mountains National Park—often called the "Garden of Ireland"—which includes the ancient monastic site of Glendalough and the beautiful Powerscourt Gardens, before returning to Dublin.
With luxurious accommodations and a rental car to explore at your own pace, this vacation ensures you experience an unforgettable and seamless exploration of Ireland's most iconic natural wonders, ancient sites, and bustling cultural hubs.
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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- Galway Walking Tour
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Day 1. Welcome to Ireland
Upon arrival in Dublin, pick up your rental car and drive to Galway, Ireland’s bohemian heart. Take a walk through the Latin Quarter and enjoy the city’s vibrant street performers and festive atmosphere.
Check-in - The g Hotel & Spa
Galway,
Ireland
In the heart of charming Galway, the 5-star g Hotel and Spa is located less than five minutes from Galway city-center, along the majestic coastline of Galway Bay. The g hotel is the ideal base from which to explore Galway: take a leisurely walk to town and visit the Spanish Arch, Galway City Museum, Galway Cathedral or enjoy a day-trip to the Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher, Kylemore Abbey.
The g Hotel combines modern design and comfort with impeccable service and incredible cuisine. Designed by the world renowned milliner, Philip Treacy the g Hotel offers 101 restful bedrooms and magnificent suites and has a wide range of special offers making it ideal for luxury breaks.
Day 2. Galway
Explore Galway’s colorful waterfront or take a day trip to the Aran Islands, where time seems to stand still. Visit the ancient Dun Aonghasa fort and soak up the sweeping Atlantic views before returning to the mainland.
Aran Islands
Day 3. Galway - Donegal
Depart Galway and head to Donegal. Once you arrive in Donegal, unwind amid the peaceful landscapes of the northwest
Donegal,
Ireland
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A truly unique luxury castle hotel in Ireland, the Lough Eske Castle, a hotel and spa, sits within 43 acres of forest woodland, hugging the shores of Lough Eske, with the Blue Stack Mountains in the background. Lough Eske Castle Hotel is the only 5-star hotel in Donegal. This lovingly restored castle hotel in Ireland blends its historic past with a dash of contemporary elegance.
Escape into a luxurious world of relaxed grandeur and extraordinary personal service. From the spa to the dining table to your beautifully appointed guest room, Lough Eske Castle provides a truly accommodating environment where the dedication to the guest is thoughtful, reliable, consistent and complete. Superb service and superior amenities make every day here a perfect day.
The Lough Eske Castle Hotel and Spa has been awarded the best luxury hotel in Ireland by The Times in the UK, Conde Nast's Top Ten Luxury Hotels in Ireland for five consecutive years including 2022, Ireland's Castle Wedding Venue of the Year 2022, two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence in Cedars Restaurant, Ulster Spa of the Year 2019 by Irish Tatler Magazine, and more!
Please Note
If adding a Dinner and/or an Afternoon Tea or activity to your reservation, you will need to contact the hotel prior to your stay to pre-book with the date and time you would like to confirm. We recommend contacting them as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Donegal,
Ireland
2 of 2 hotels
Harvey's Point Hotel has a magical location amid the Bluestack Mountains, on the edge of Lough Eske. It is 6 km from Donegal town and the Atlantic coast in the Northwest of Ireland. Each bedroom is elegant and private, and has a large Italian marble bathroom. Rooms also have a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. Harvey's Point restaurant has 2 AA Rosettes and provides relaxed, elegant dining. Food is made using locally sourced ingredients.
Day 4. Donegal
Spend the day taking in Donegal’s wild beauty—from the dramatic cliffs of Slieve League to the charming fishing villages along the coast. In the evening, enjoy local cuisine and live traditional music in a lively pub.
Hiking Slieve League
Day 5. Donegal - Co. Wicklow
Head toward County Wicklow, known as the “Garden of Ireland.” Along the way, stop in Cashel to see the ancient Rock of Cashel rising dramatically above the plains.
Wicklow,
Ireland
1 of 2 hotels
The 5-star Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort combines the feel of a large resort in the midst of 400 acres of breathtaking scenery and rolling countryside. Located 30 minutes from Dublin, Druids Glen is the perfect place to experience the "Garden of Ireland."
Enjoy the modern comfort from each of the 160 guestrooms, complete with L'Occitane products, complimentary Wi-Fi and more.
The award-winning Bijou Spa at Druids Glen is a pampering haven of calm and tranquility, providing a comprehensive selection of treatments and a truly restorative experience.
Sip a delicious afternoon tea at the Sycamore Lounge and savor a meal at Hugo's Restaurant. Guests can also enjoy additional dining and drinks at the 17th-century Woodstock House, located a few minutes walk from the property.
For golfers, the resort features two championship courses that allow guests to enjoy playing over equally exhilarating landscapes. Once host to the Irish PGA Championship, Druids Heath is known as "nature's gift to golf" as it weaves its way around quarries, trees, lakes, and pot bunkers. Golfers can take advantage of breathtaking settings with views over the Irish Sea, on what was once the doorstep of the ancient Druids of Ireland.
Wicklow,
Ireland
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Located on Ireland's beautiful east coast, Powerscourt Hotel is an elegant 5-star Palladian-style hotel tucked away in the woodlands of County Wicklow. Situated on 1,000 acres, it is surrounded by the breathtaking Wicklow Mountains, just 30 minutes outside of Dublin.
Guests will be impressed by the stunning spa and relaxation facilities, which include an award-winning ESPA Spa, indoor Swarovski Crystal-lit swimming pool, fully equipped fitness center and two 18-hole championship golf courses.
The opulently furnished guestrooms all boast marble baths, separate rainforest showers, featherbeds, a seating area and free Wi-Fi; many rooms also offer floor-to-ceiling windows, panoramic views and terraces.
Powerscourt's signature restaurant, Silka, with an emphasis on local excellence and seasonality, presents the best of Irish contemporary cooking against a spectacular backdrop of Wicklow's hills and mountains. Casual dining is also on offer at the Sugar Loaf Lounge (serving traditional Afternoon Tea and more), and the popular Sally Gap Bar & Brasserie.
Day 6. Co. Wicklow
Spend the day wandering through Wicklow Mountains National Park. Visit the monastic ruins at Glendalough, stroll through Powerscourt Gardens, and take in the area’s peaceful natural beauty.
Wicklow Mountains National Park
Day 7. Depart Ireland
Make your way back to Dublin to return your rental car and board your flight home.
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The g Hotel & Spa
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