Introduction to Ireland (GR)

7 days from Dublin to Dublin

2023 Tour Details

Like a classic Irish coffee made with hot java, Irish whiskey, brown sugar, and fresh whipped cream, this introductory tour of Ireland blends the most stimulating sights, soothing scenery, and sweet accents of the Emerald Isle. Journeying on a loop from Dublin to the west coast and back, first-time visitors will be awakened by the revelry of the lively capital city, jolted by the dramatic scenery along the storied coast, and calmed by the verdant rolling hills throughout the lush green countryside. Don’t be surprised if you’re suddenly inspired to craft limericks as you try your hand at baking scones on an Irish sheep farm in Galway. With authentic local experiences and visits to the sights you’ve always dreamed of—including the stunning Cliffs of Moher, the spectacular Ring of Kerry, and the famous House of Waterford Crystal—this tour of Ireland is the perfect break from the daily grind.

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 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

Full Irish breakfast daily; 3 three-course dinners

 Itinerary

Day 1

ARRIVE IN DUBLIN, IRELAND Céad mile fáilte—a hundred-thousand welcomes! At 3pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for an afternoon orientation drive to see O’Connell Street, Georgian squares, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College.
Dinner Dinner

Day 2

DUBLIN–KILDARE–CASHEL–LIMERICK–ENNIS KILDARE Visit the Irish National Stud.
CASHEL See the Rock of Cashel, where St. Patrick preached.
LIMERICK Orientation drive includes St. Mary’s Cathedral, King John’s Castle, and the Treaty Stone. Free time this evening.
Breakfast Breakfast
165 mi / 266 km

Day 3

ENNIS. EXCURSION TO WEST COAST CLARE COAST Visit the Cliffs of Moher and the plateau of The Burren.
GALWAY Free time.
RATHBAUN LF Try your hand at scone baking, learn about sheep herding, and enjoy coffee and your scones at an Irish farm.
Breakfast Breakfast
122 mi / 198 km

Day 4

ENNIS–RING OF KERRY–KILLARNEY Short drive via Clonderlaw Bay to Killimer; cross the Shannon estuary by ferry.
RING OF KERRY Panoramic drive around the island’s southwestern tip.
KILLARNEY Free time the remainder of the day.
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner
174 mi / 281 km

Day 5

KILLARNEY–BLARNEY–WATERFORD Drive across the Kerry Mountains and through County Cork.
BLARNEY Visit the village renowned for its magical Kissing Stone with free time to explore.
WATERFORD Guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal. Dinner followed by LF an Irish coffee demonstration.
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner
131 mi / 210 km

Day 6

WATERFORD–AVOCA–DUBLIN AVOCA Watch the weavers at work in Ireland’s oldest handweaving mill.
DUBLIN Free time this afternoon.
Breakfast Breakfast
114 mi / 183 km

ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Dublin with an evening of cabaret with dinner, followed by dance, song, and laughter. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.

Day 7

DUBLIN Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast Breakfast

 Tour Director

With Globus, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of your Tour Director. Averaging over a decade... we’d like you to meet a Tour Director, who is representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

WILL COLLINS

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

"Nothing beats the joy of watching people from all walks of life get excited about seeing an iconic site for the first time. Being central to this joy is what gives me that great sense of satisfaction and reward from the work that I do."

Tour Director -  WILL COLLINS

HELEN LEE

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

"It's hardly a secret...Irish people love to talk-and I'm certainly no exception to that rule. So, guiding visitors around the scenic and historically rich British Isles is a natural fit for me, and has to be the best job for an Irish girl with a love of history and stories. In all reality, it's not like a job at all, but don't tell anyone!"

Tour Director -  HELEN LEE

 Accommodations

DUBLIN

HILTON DUBLIN KILMAINHAM

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior First-Class
  Free Wifi

ENNIS

TEMPLE GATE HOTEL

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

KILLARNEY

KILLARNEY TOWERS HOTEL

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

WATERFORD

GRANVILLE HOTEL

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior First-Class
  Free Wifi

 Optional Excursions

Contact your Travel Consultant for more information.
Price Ranges

$ ($50 USD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 USD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 USD)
$$$$ (Over $150)



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