Dublin’s Ha’penny Bridge (officially called the Wellington Bridge) earned its nickname from the half-penny toll charged to cross the river. Uncover the histories of many Irish landmarks on the panoramic tour of the Emerald Isle. You'll enjoy the family-owned shops and cafes lining Ireland's quaint streets and also experience the country's rich cities.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Dublin

Fly through the night to Ireland’s capital.

Day 2 - Dublin

Land in Dublin and meet your Go Ahead representative. Enjoy an included dinner this evening with your fellow travelers. (B in flight, D)

Day 3 - Dublin

See the sights of Dublin on this morning’s tour led by a professional local guide. Travel along O’Connell Street; then cross the River Liffey to Phoenix Park and see the Irish presidential residence. Stop inside St. Patrick’s Cathedral (where Jonathan Swift once served as dean) and visit Trinity College, Ireland’s most respected university. In the college’s library is the fascinating Book of Kells. (B)

Day 4 - Dublin

With a free day in Dublin, shop for fine linens on Grafton Street or stroll through St. Stephen’s Green. Or join an optional excursion to Glendalough monastery and the elegant estate of Powerscourt, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. This evening, opt to experience traditional music and food at our Irish Cabaret Night. (B)

$119 USD

Irish Cabaret Night Enjoy this special evening of traditional Irish food, music and live entertainment.

$99 USD

Powerscourt & Glendalough County Wicklow has some of the wildest and most spectacular mountain scenery in Ireland, as well as many of the country’s most important historic sites

Day 5 - Waterford

Heading into County Kildare, visit the stables of the National Stud Farm, which specializes in the breeding and training of world-class racehorses. Then continue to Kilkenny, Ireland’s best-preserved medieval town, and tour 12th-century Kilkenny Castle. Arrive by evening in Waterford. (B, D)

Day 6 - Waterford

Enjoy an orientation of Waterford led by your tour director, followed by a visit to the Waterford Crystal Factory. Here, artisans craft some of the world’s most precious glasswork. Then journey to the Rock of Cashel, where you’ll see the ruins of the ancient seat of the kings of Munster. (B)

Day 7 - County Kerry

Travel through Cork, Ireland’s second-largest city, and visit the Queenstown Story Museum, dedicated to the story of Irish emigration over the past 150 years. In Blarney, see the 15th-century castle and climb to the parapet and kiss the legendary Blarney Stone, an act said to bestow the gift of gab! (B, D)

Day 8 - County Kerry

Absorb some of Ireland’s most mystical landscapes on a drive around the Ring of Kerry. This 112-mile route takes you through Killarney National Park and along the coast, where you’ll have excellent views of the Skellig Islands, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, seaside cliffs and grazing sheep. You’ll also stop in the charming town of Killarney. (B)

Day 9 - Galway

En route to Galway, explore the stone turrets of Bunratty Castle and walk through the scenic town of Adaire. Arrive later in Galway, a wonderfully atmospheric city. (B)

$125 USD

Castle Banquet Dinner Dine like royalty when you enjoy a four-course meal followed by an evening of Irish entertainment inside the Dungaire Castle.

Day 10 - Galway

Today is free to explore Galway on your own. The city offers plenty of opportunities to shop, sightsee or simply relax in a local pub. Alternatively, join today’s optional excursion to the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher to see some of western Ireland’s most mesmerizing coastline (weather permitting). Tonight, enjoy a “royal” evening out at our optional Castle Banquet Dinner (seasonal). (B, D)

$65 USD

Burren & Cliffs of Moher Along the coasts of the Cliffs of Moher, you'll overlook the Atlantic Ocean from heights of 600 feet. In County Clare, exotic and rare wildflowers scattering across the rocks can be seen, and in Kilfenora, amazing waterfalls provide stunning scenery.

Day 11 - Sligo

It’s hard to choose the most beautiful countryside in Ireland, but our choice would be Connemara National Park. Travel through this vast, still-wild wilderness, a stunning patchwork of lush valleys, mountains and mystic lakes. Here, you’ll visit Kylemore Abbey before continuing through County Mayo to the traditional market town of Sligo. (B)

Day 12 - Derry

Journey through landscapes immortalized by poet William Butler Yeats, and visit his grave. Cross into Northern Ireland to tour the Belleek Pottery Works, where the unique basket-style design has been made since 1857. Arrive later in Derry, where a guided tour introduces you to this historic city. (B, D)

Day 13 - Derry

Enjoy a free day in Derry or journey to the Antrim coast to witness the natural wonder known as the Giant’s Causeway on today’s optional excursion. (B)

$55 USD

Giant's Causeway Follow the coast to the northernmost point of Ireland to view the Giant's Causeway and walk among its 37,000 naturally formed hexagonal basalt columns.

Day 14 - Dublin

En route to Dublin, stop for a guided tour of the Northern Irish capital of Belfast, where you’ll view the city hall and Grand Opera House. (B)

Day 15 - Dublin

Transfer to the airport for departure. (B)