Ultimate Ireland - From £6,699

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OVERVIEW
Uncover the wild beauty and storied past of Ireland and Northern Ireland on this 11-day journey. Follow ancient stone paths through Glendalough’s mist-veiled valley. In Belfast, uncover the city’s modern identity through its vibrant street art and powerful murals. At the Giant’s Causeway, stand before nature’s geometry, perfectly ordered and otherworldly. Learn the secrets of traditional soda bread in Tracey’s farmhouse kitchen, warm with the scent of griddled flour and turf smoke. Travel by jaunting car beneath the shifting skies of the Ring of Kerry, then pause at the Cliffs of Moher, where wind and sea meet in endless motion. In Donegal, Lough Eske Castle offers quiet luxury amid deep woods and still water—a moment of calm, wrapped in history. From Galway’s painted shopfronts to the grandeur of Glenlo Abbey, this journey is a masterclass in contrast: wild and refined, timeworn and timeless.
EXPERIENCES
Dublin: Meet esteemed author Trevor White on a rare, personal after-hours tour of The Little Museum of Dublin, which he founded. You'll learn about his work, his life and what it means to be a Dubliner.

Killarney: Experience Killarney aboard a traditional jaunting car, enjoying breathtaking scenery, impeccable hospitality and timeless heritage.
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ITINERARY

Arrive in Dublin and settle into your stylish surroundings at the Dylan Hotel, a chic and characterful retreat in the heart of the city. In the evening, join your Travel Concierge and fellow travel companions for a warm Irish welcome over a relaxed dinner in one of Dublin’s traditional yet refined pubs.

A visit to Trinity College unveils the 9th century Book of Kells. Tour the capital city with your Travel Concierge to see O'Connell Street, the Custom House and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Personalise Your Day with a private tour and whiskey tasting at the Pearse Lyons Distillery, or enjoy an Irish coffee demonstration at Pearse’s Place, complete with a perfectly crafted serve. During a VIP after-hours visit to the Little Museum of Dublin, sip Prosecco with museum founder Trevor White as he shares his local stories.

After a Relaxed Start, explore Glendalough, the "glen of two lakes" with a Local Expert. Stroll Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile linking Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice’s Cathedral. Your own historic residence, Lyrath Estate, is set within sprawling acres of lakes, gardens and woodlands.

See monastic Ireland in Cashel, famous for the spectacular Rock of Cashel, also known as St. Patrick's Rock. Visit Blarney Castle to take part in the legend of kissing the Blarney Stone. This evening experience the hospitality and warmth that Ireland is renowned for meeting locals at a home hosted dinner with entertainment and dancing.

Journey into Killarney National Park where sweeping mountains, epic cliffs, lush lake lands and valleys envelope you in emerald green and blue as you wind along the iconic Ring of Kerry. Travel back in time with a traditional jaunting car ride, enjoying views of Ireland's highest Mountain Range, the MacGillycuddy's Reeks.

In Adare, discover the charming thatched-roof cottages, abbeys and park. Stunning views beckon in County Clare as you visit the Cliffs of Moher, where rugged beauty meets the wild Atlantic. Continue to Galway's Glenlo Abbey, an 18th-century estate overlooking Lough Corrib.

Visit Galway and soak up the lively atmosphere of this vibrant cultural destination. Bustling streets, charming boutiques, and quirky art galleries thrive in this quintessentially Irish harbour city. Continue to the beautifully restored 19th-century Lough Eske Castle. This evening savour local specialities from a seasonal menu.

Indulge in another Relaxed Start, with the option of breakfast served in your room. Choose from a selection of curated activities or uncover the Castle’s rich past on a guided historical tour. Later, unwind with a spa treatment or enjoy a leisurely stroll through the Castle’s magnificent grounds.

Visit Northern Ireland's most spectacular geological wonder on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, explore the UNESCO listed Giant's Causeway on a private tour with a Local Ranger. Meet local Tracey at her charming farmhouse for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, where you'll uncover the secrets behind traditional Irish delicacies before continuing to Belfast.

Customise your time in Belfast. Visit the world-class Titanic Museum for a vivid picture of the past or meet a local artist and explore Belfast’s vibrant street art scene, uncovering the powerful stories and social movements expressed across the city’s striking murals. That evening, gather with your travel companions for a celebratory dinner in Belfast, savouring fine local cuisine as you reflect on your extraordinary journey across Ireland.

After breakfast, bid farewell to your fellow travellers as you depart Belfast.  Perhaps continue your Luxury Gold experience with our British Royale journey, which perfectly compliments Ultimate Ireland.
ACCOMMODATION
DAY 1: Dylan Hotel, Dublin. - Meals: Dinner
DAY 2: Dylan Hotel, Dublin. - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Lyrath Estate, Kilkenny. - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5: Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6: Glenlo Abbey, Galway. - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7: Lough Eske Castle, Donegal - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8: Lough Eske Castle, Donegal - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast. - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 10: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast. - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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