About this trip
Five days through the south west of Ireland, starting and finishing in Dublin, taking in the country's mix of coastline, history and old-fashioned hospitality along the way.
You'll travel by coach with a guide handling the driving and logistics, leaving you free to take in whiskey at Kilbeggan, the ruins at Clonmacnoise and the sheer drop of the Cliffs of Moher.
The pace mixes big landscapes with local culture — traditional music in Killarney, medieval Kilkenny, and the Ring of Kerry's string of small stops — with hotel accommodation throughout.
What you'll do
- Whiskey tasting at Kilbeggan
- Explore the ancient ruins of Clonmacnoise
- View the Cliffs of Moher
- Drive the Ring of Kerry, stopping at Portmagee, Derrynane House and Torc Waterfall
- Visit prehistoric forts and beaches on the Dingle Peninsula
- Kiss the Blarney Stone and wander Kilkenny's medieval streets
- Coach-based touring with a new stop most days, suited to those who like to cover ground without organising logistics themselves
- Hotel accommodation throughout
- Easy pace, family-friendly and fully guided
Worth it if you value knowledgeable, entertaining guides and solid hotels. Think twice if you need longer showers or want a less packed itinerary.
- Guides consistently praised by name—Killian, Marcus, Peter, Sandra, Collum—for deep knowledge of Irish history, lore, and music.
- Small group sizes and diverse travellers create genuine friendships; well-organised logistics mean no one gets lost.
- Bathtubs are deep and difficult to maneuver; five days feels cramped without Cork or more included excursions.
- Limited daylight hours mean a packed schedule; some felt more activities or excursions should be included for the price.
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Dublin · 20 Jul – 21 Jul
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