Ireland 2023 – 7 Day Best Of Ireland South

This is your opportunity to discover all of Southern Ireland’s most-talked-about destinations. With a guided walk through Dublin’s Trinity College, a ride through Killarney National Park by jaunting car, a cruise on Dingle Bay, and a once-in-a-lifetime photo opp at the Cliffs of Moher, you’ll instantly fall in love with this part of the Emerald Isle.

2023 Best of Ireland South (Tour C) - 7 Days/6 Nights

Duration: 7 Days

Price: Starts from $0 USD

Itineraries

Day 1: Dublin Tour | Teeling Whiskey Distillery
Your tour departs at 2:00 PM from the hotel lobby and sets off on a panoramic tour of Dublin city center. Visit the award-winning Teeling Distillery. This new distillery in the heart of the city was Dublin's first distillery to open in 125 years. Return to your hotel for a welcome drink and dinner with your group.
(B, D)

Day 2: Sheepdog Demonstration | Blarney Castle | Killarney
Relax and enjoy the farmlands of the picturesque midlands. Savor farm life as you visit a traditional farm; enjoy homemade scones with tea, and watch trained dogs show off their skills herding sheep. Visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence” or explore the tranquil gardens. Travel through Macroom and into County Kerry where the scenery becomes more mountainous. Arrive in the charming town of Killarney.
(B, D)

Day 3: Dingle Peninsula | Traditional Irish Dinner at Muckross Schoolhouse
Discover the glorious Dingle Peninsula, made famous in the movies “Ryan's Daughter” and “Far & Away,” which showcased the wonderful scenery found here. Travel to Slea Head at the westernmost tip of the peninsula for awesome views of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy an evening of traditional Irish entertainment over dinner at Muckross Schoolhouse.
(B, D)

Day 4: Jaunting Car Ride | Adare | Limerick Panoramic Tour
Take a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car through the Killarney National Park to Ross Castle and Kenmare Estate. Visit Moriarty's in the Gap of Dunloe, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner. Stop in the picturesque village of Adare, with its thatched cottages and colorful garden, before proceeding to Limerick for a panoramic tour. Dine at a medieval-style feast, where lords and ladies will serenade you with songs and music from days of yore.
(B, D)

Day 5: Cliffs of Moher | Galway
Travel along the coast of County Clare to the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above the churning Atlantic. Drive through the austerely beautiful landscape of the Burren on your way to Galway. Join a local guide in Galway for a walking tour of this thriving historic city; see its charming medieval streetscape, filled with small local shops and cafes, and many street musicians. Return to your hotel in Clare for dinner.
(B, D)

Day 6: Irish National Stud | Dublin
Take in the scenic Irish countryside on your way to Kildare where you'll visit the home of equine royalty, The Irish National Stud. Here you'll see impeccably-bred stallions alongside protective mares, frolicking foals, and athletic yearlings. Stroll around the delightful grounds to explore St. Fiachra's Garden, including its miniature Japanese Gardens. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure and dine at your choice of one of the many restaurants or pubs scattered throughout Dublin.(B)

Day 7: Tour Ends in Dublin
Your tour ends after breakfast today. (B)

B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner

Highlights

CIE Tours Exclusives:Step back in time at Muckross Schoolhouse, showing the experience of schoolchildren of the past. Learn your cúpla focal (few words) in a fun Irish-language lesson before enjoying a private dinner with entertainment.
Trip Highlights:Blarney Castle
Dingle Peninsula
Teeling Whiskey Distillery
Sheepdog Demonstration
Muckross Schoolhouse
Jaunting Car Ride in Killarney
Medieval Castle Banquet
Dining Experiences:6 Breakfasts (B), and 5 Dinners (D)
Hotels:Talbot Hotel Stillorgan | Dublin (1)
Scotts Hotel | Killarney (2)
The Inn at Dromoland | Newmarket-on-Fergus (2)
Grand Canal Hotel, Dublin or Clayton Hotel | Dublin Airport (1)

Best of Ireland 7 Day Tour C

Not included

Hotels

Best of Ireland South (Tour C) - 7 days/6 nights Land tour

SupplierName	SupplierRating	Description
SupplierName Talbot Hotel Stillorgan	SupplierRating ****	This hotel offers 150 air-conditioned, modern guest rooms with all conveniences for a comfortable stay. Enjoy the award-winning restaurant for breakfasts and dinners while the bar provides a place to relax with a drink or casual meal. Keep up your exercise program in the White Pebble Day Spa and gym. Located on Stillorgan Road on the south side of Dublin city, this hotel is 4 miles from the city center. Served by frequent city bus services and taxis.
SupplierName Scotts Hotel	SupplierRating ****	The hotel offers 105 spacious guest rooms featuring free Wi-Fi, private bathroom, tea/coffee- making facilities and flat-screen TV. Soft and crisp duvets, snug throws, soft natural daylight and rich furnishings combine to create a sense of relaxation. Dine in the elegant Courtyard Restaurant or enjoy a casual snack in the relaxed, spacious Scotts Bar, where live music is performed at weekends. The family-run hotel is located in the center of Killarney town.
SupplierName Scotts Hotel	SupplierRating ****	The hotel offers 105 spacious guest rooms featuring free Wi-Fi, private bathroom, tea/coffee- making facilities and flat-screen TV. Soft and crisp duvets, snug throws, soft natural daylight and rich furnishings combine to create a sense of relaxation. Dine in the elegant Courtyard Restaurant or enjoy a casual snack in the relaxed, spacious Scotts Bar, where live music is performed at weekends. The family-run hotel is located in the center of Killarney town.
SupplierName The Rine (formally Inn at Dromoland)	SupplierRating ***	This modern hotel is located on the wooded countryside of the Dromoland Castle Estate. The hotel features spacious rooms that are decorated in a traditional manner. There is a health and fitness club, indoor swimming pool, and multiple restaurants on the premise. Enjoy and elegant meal at Deerfield’s Restaurant, a casual meal in Shannigan’s Gastro Pub, or treat yourself to some afternoon tea.
SupplierName The Rine (formally Inn at Dromoland)	SupplierRating ***	This modern hotel is located on the wooded countryside of the Dromoland Castle Estate. The hotel features spacious rooms that are decorated in a traditional manner. There is a health and fitness club, indoor swimming pool, and multiple restaurants on the premise. Enjoy and elegant meal at Deerfield’s Restaurant, a casual meal in Shannigan’s Gastro Pub, or treat yourself to some afternoon tea.
SupplierName Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport	SupplierRating ***	This contemporary hotel near Dublin Airport provides CIE Tours' guests the ideal choice for a pre- or post-flight stay. Enjoy a range of dining options, from lite bites in the lounge to a more substantial meal in the restaurant. Rooms are tastefully decorated and boast a fresh and warm feeling.
SupplierName Grand Canal Hotel	SupplierRating ***	This modern hotel offers comfort, convenience, service and value in 142 tastefully decorated rooms. The Epic Restaurant serves international dishes, and the Gasworks Bar is a great venue for a drink or food service. Located to the south of the city center near the Grand Canal, this property is just a 15-minute walk to Grafton Street, Trinity College, the National Gallery of Art and many other attractions.