7 DAY WORLD TOUR
IMPORTANT: Please note that this itinerary is a framework for the tour. This means that: 1. The overnights are pretty much set in stone and then we base each tour on the items in the list below. 2. Your guide will discuss the options with you throughout the tour and plan from there. This gives us flexibility to adapt each tour to suit you and fit in with the weather conditions. 3. This of course means that some things may not be included in your tour, but if there is something that you particularly want to do or see on your tour, mention it to your guide and he or she will see if it can be included.
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'...EVERYTHING WAS SO WELL-PLANNED, THE ACCOMMODATIONS WERE FABULOUS, THE ENTIRE ADVENTURE WAS SO MUCH MORE THAN I EXPECTED. WE WERE, INDEED, OFF THE BEATEN PATH AND WERE ABLE TO REALLY SEE THE COUNTRY...'
WHATS INCLUDED
MOST DAILY ACTIVITIES AND VISITS
7 FULL DAYS ON TOUR
6 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION
OFF THE BEATEN TRACK EXPERIENCE
6 FULL IRISH BREAKFASTS
SMALL GROUP SIZE
LOTS OF LAUGHS
GUARANTEED DEPARTURE
A FULLY TRAINED TOUR GUIDE
€1619
Naomh óg rowing (TRADITIONAL IRISH ROWING) €25
Horse Riding 1 hour €35
PRICE & EXTRAS
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
TOUR COST:
Kayaking 3 Hours €50
Killarney National Park CYCLE 2.5 -3 hours €30
Cruise around Skelligs 3 hours €40
BOAT TRIP TO SEE FUNGI 1 Hour €20
Visit Skellig Michael 5 Hours €100
€220
SKELLIG EXPERIENCE 1 Hour €4
Lunch and dinner not included
Surfing Experience 2 Hours €40
PER PERSON SHARING 2018. For 2019 prices click here - 2019 Prices
DINGLE WHISKEY 1 Hour €15
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A LITTLE ABOUT THE TOUR
SOUTH WEST First you head down to the South West to Cork and Kerry and the three peninsula's of Beara, Iveragh (The Ring of Kerry) and Dingle. The tour spends two nights in the buzzing little fishing town of Dingle to give you more time to partake in activities, get to know the area and the locals.
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INTRODUCTION Look no further, you have just found the best possible way to see Ireland. A whole week to explore, relax, absorb, refresh and learn about this fascinating and beautiful island. This tour combines a perfect mixture of outdoor activity, great scenery, history and culture, relaxing pubs and local experiences. Seven days means that you are never rushed, however you will experience so much of Ireland you will feel like you've been travelling for weeks. The tours leave from Dublin city centre at 08.10am on the first morning and get back between 5pm and 6pm on the last day. So we would advise arriving at least the night before and if you would be planning to fly out on the last night, then not to book a flight before 9pm.
WEST Then you will travel north and across the River Shannon into County Clare home to the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher then heading into Galway city.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
GET ON YOUR BIKE IN KILLARNEY NATIONAL PARK...
Option for surfing in Castlegregory Walk in the glacial valley of Lough AnnascaulOption for surfing in Castlegregory Walk in the glacial valley of Lough Annascaul
DAY 5
Explore the amazing Rock of Cashel and Kiss the world famous Blarney Stone.
DINGLE DAY
Explore some of Ireland's ancient castles and stone forts
DAY 6
Rent a bike in Killarney National Park and explore the area with a local guide
DAY 3
Visit the Uragh Stone Circle and walk around a piece of Irish history. Walk the Bullig Bay loop and see the ancient ruins of Dunboy Castle
DON'T FORGET YOUR HIKING BOOTS...
DAY 1
DAY 4
Free time in Dingle town, where you can: Boat trip to see Fungie the Dolphin Go horse riding on Ventry Strand Kayaking in Dingle Bay Play a round on The Dingle Golf Links
Cruise around Skellig Islands or Boat out to and explore Skellig Michael Walk Bray Head on Valentia Island
DAY 2
Spend two nights in Dingle, this gives you the freedom to take part in an array of activities that tickle your fancy....
Walk along the stunning Cliffs of Moher
VISIT SOME AMAZING HISTORICAL SITES...
DAY 7
Quick stop at Kinvara village with: Dunguaire Castle – ancient seat of the High Kings of Munster, and Hookers
This charming, luxury guest house is located in County Clare, on the west coast of Ireland. Spanish Point House is beautifully situated on the Wild Atlantic Way
Visit Poulnabrone Dolmen, an ancient Megalithic tomb and one of Ireland’s greatest treasures then drive down and through the Burren Region, and its limestone lunar landscape
Spanish Point House
Arrive in Galway city to explore the cultural capital of Ireland and grab some lunch
Depart Grand Canal Hotel at 8:20am and head west! This is a full day and along the way we have some fantastic highlights.
ACCOMMODATION:
Visit the stunning Cliffs of Moher. They stretch for 8km (5miles), as the crow flies, along the Atlantic coast of County Clare Average Walk Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Terrain: Well defined, eroded, cliff edge path
DUBLIN - CLARE
AVERAGE DRIVE TIME: 4 HOURS 30 MINUTES
Cool down after your walk in the South Pole Inn
Take the ferry across the River Shannon into County Kerry (ferry ticket included)
Enjoy a walk in the glacial valley of Lough Annascaul
Travel through Clare, across the mighty river Shannon and north Kerry, before the mountains of the Dingle Peninsula loom into sight.
Drive through Tralee town, home of the Rose of Tralee festival
AVERAGE DRIVE TIME: 3HOURS 30 MINUTES
Dingle Skellig Hotel
Framed by its fishing port, Dingle's charming little town manages to be quaint without even trying. Some pubs double as shops, so you can enjoy Guinness and a sing along among screws and nails, wellies and horseshoes. It has long drawn runaways from across the world, making it a cosmopolitan, creative place
Water sport options in Castlegregory windsurfing or a walk along the beach
ACCOMMODATION DAY 2 & 3
CLARE- KERRY
Take a walk along the Cliffs of Kilkee or Lahinch beach or even catch a wave with a surf lesson
Average Walk Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Terrain: Road and eroded boggy mountain path
Stop in the pleasant market town of Listowel and possible free tour of Listowel castle (subject to availability)
Over the 8 day tour 2 nights are spent in Dingle giving you loads of time to explore the charming town.
Ventry beach Hike to Europe's most westerly point with views over the Blasket Islands Walk down to Coumeenoule Beach Dunchaoin Harbour Photo stop at Smerwick Head to take in views of the Dingle Peninsula and Mount Brandon Visit some local craft people
AVERAGE DRIVE TIME: 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES
Free time in Dingle town Go horse riding on Ventry Strand Rent bikes and explore the area Kayaking in Dingle Bay A round on The Dingle Golf Links Boat trip to see Fungie the Dolphin Dingle Distillery Take out a traditional Naomh Óg boat
TAKE TIME TO RELAX IN DINGLE & ENJOY THE CHARMING TOWN AND LIVELY PUBS
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES IN DINGLE:
DRIVE ALONG THE PENINSULA, TO SLEA HEAD, HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
Head for Iveragh Peninsula via Killorglin and Castlemaine
Clamber around a castle ruin or visit a stone fort
Off-road to our secret picnic spot looking back across to the Dingle Peninsula
Take a guided cycling tour of Killarney National Park (optional extra: €30)
Join Ring of Kerry scenic route on the Iveragh Peninsula
Drive along Inch Strand for fun and games
Take some time to connect with the land, the stars and everything in between as you look out over the Skellig Coast, while staying at the Moorings in Portmagee
ACCOMMODATION;
The Moorings Guesthouse
DINGLE - PORTMAGEE
Non cycling options: Walk with your guide above Torc Waterfall Explore the magnificent ruins of Muckross Abbey Visit Muckross Gardens and grounds
Head out onto the Iveragh Peninsula, following the world famous ‘Ring of Kerry’.
Duration: 3 hours Terrain Road and forest path
AVERAGE DRIVE TIME: 3 HOURS 30 MINUTES
Detour down to Derrynane Beach for a game of Gaelic Football. Tide permitting you can walk across to the ruined church and graveyard on ‘Abbey Island’
AVERAGE DRIVE TIME: 3 HOURS
SKELLIG OPTION
AFTER LEAVING PORTMAGEE
See the running of a real Irish sheep farm if you haven't already done so
Visit one of the many Celtic ring forts found on the Iveragh Peninsula, including: Staigue Fort or Loher Fort.
Coachmans Townhouse Hotel
Depart Portmagee for Skellig Michael early on day . Take a boat trip out to the UNESCO island and explore the ancient settlement. The famous site was recently featured in The Star Wars movies and has become popular so spaces on the boat out are not always guaranteed. €100 for Skellig Boat trip. OR 2 & half hour cruise around Skellig Michael with views up to the ancient monastery. With a commentary of the islands, the bird life and fascinating history (€40) .
PORTMAGEE - KENMARE
Kenmare is a small town in the south of County Kerry, Ireland. Enjoy some live music and craft shopping in the quaint town
NON ISLAND OPTION
Visit the Skellig Chocolate Factory for a free tasting! Walk to Bray Head on Valentia Island Average Walk Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Terrain:Farm track and open boggy hillside Visit the Skellig Experience Centre for a taste of life out on the Skellig Islands
Tonight we stay in a small seasonal hotel run by the same family for for five generations. Located on the edge of Gougane Barra Lake, and near St. Finbarr’s Oratory. Spend the night tucked away in the mountains of a hidden and romantic glaciated valley in the South West of Ireland
Depart Kenmare and journey out to the ‘undiscovered’ Beara Peninsula. An amazing coastline, wild and rugged and extremely scenic.
Great views of the Caha Mountains and Sheepshead Peninsula Visit the ancient Uragh Stone Circle Take the Healy Mountain pass, Ireland’s bendiest road with great scenery north and south Quick pint at MacCarthy's Bar in Castletownbere Special Vagabond shortcut over the mountains and through the old copper mines Arrive in the stunningly located village of Allihies and pick up lunch Walk the Bullig bay loop and see the ancient ruins of Dunboy Castle Average Walk Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Terrain: Mixed trail following sea shore, forestry pathways, open boggy terrain, some public road Bantry Bay Seal Spotting in Glengarriff
KENMARE - GOUGANE BARRA
Gougane Barra Hotel
Depart hotel after breakfast before heading east and northeast through Counties Cork, Limerick, Tipperary, Kildare and Dublin Follow the River Lee down towards Cork Kiss the world famous Blarney Stone or get away from the crowds and explore the extensive grounds and gardens (Included in tour price) Visit the magnificent Rock of Cashel – one of Ireland’s greatest historical sites (included in tour price) Drive through the Curragh - once used as the Braveheart film set
GOUGANE BARRA - DUBLIN
'' THE TOUR REALLY WENT OFF THE BEATEN TRACK AND EXPLORED THE REAL IRELAND ''
Sadly, it’s the last day of the journey and time to head home to Dublin, but first we have some major attractions to see!
DRIVE TIME: 4 HOURS 30 MINUTES
JOE SMYTH
Arrive back in Dublin between 5 and 6pm Drop off at the Grand Canal Hotel.
JUNE
20°C
57°F
14°C
WEATHER
68°F
51 °F
65°F
OCT
50°F
12°C
AUG
18°C
SEPT
62°F
JULY
53°F
19°C
66°F
17°C
59°F
MAY
MAR
APR
A conversation rarely takes place in Ireland where weather doesn't get brought up! We love the topic and discussing the odds of rain and sunshine. When traveling to Ireland you shouldn't bank on getting particular weather, be prepared for anything. From sun in April to rain in July, you never know what you will get apart from stunning scenery, you can always bank on that in Ireland!
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