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Country Roads of Ireland (Classic, End Dublin)

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From Dublin to Belfast
4.9 (10 reviews)
Country Roads of Ireland (Classic, End Dublin) - Insight Vacations

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Dublin

    Dublin
    Meals
    Dinner (Warm and friendly dinner with Travel Director to mingle and get to know fellow travelers)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Clayton Burlington Road, Dublin)
  3. Day 2

    Dublin

    Dublin
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Clayton Burlington Road, Dublin)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation of Dublin's elegant squares with Local Expert
    • Visit Custom House
    • Visit Christchurch Cathedral
    • Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral
    • Visit Trinity College to see Book of Kells exhibition
    Landmarks
    Custom House
    Christchurch Cathedral
    St. Patrick's Cathedral
    Trinity College
    Book of Kells
  4. Day 3

    Dublin to Kilkenny to Cork

    Dublin to Kilkenny to Cork
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Kingsley, Cork)

    Included Activities

    • Visit racehorse breeding centre and 100 year old Japanese Gardens
    • Visit Kilkenny Castle
    • Orientation of Cork city with Travel Director
    Landmarks
    Irish National Stud
    Japanese Gardens
    Kilkenny Castle
  5. Day 4

    Cork to Killarney

    Cork to Killarney
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farm-to-Table dinner using responsibly sourced ingredients from the local community, featuring classic Irish recipes)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Blarney Castle and Gardens
    • Travel across Derrynasaggart Mountains
    • Farm-to-Table dinner experience at 19th Green Guesthouse with fresh local cuisine

    Optional Activities

    • Kiss the Blarney Stone
    Landmarks
    Blarney Castle
    Derrynasaggart Mountains
  6. Day 5

    Killarney

    Killarney
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Ring of Kerry scenic route

    Optional Activities

    • Horse-drawn jaunting car ride with local jarveys
    • Gentle hike with Local Expert along lake shore and past Ross Castle grounds
    • Hire bicycle and enjoy scenic trails around the lake or through National Park
    Landmarks
    Ring of Kerry
    Ross Castle
    Sneem
    Black Mountains
    Moll's Gap
    Queen Victoria's Ladies View
  7. Day 6

    Killarney to Dingle Peninsula to Ennistymon

    Killarney to Dingle Peninsula to Ennistymon
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Falls & Spa, Ennistymon)

    Included Activities

    • Slea Head Drive on Dingle Peninsula
    • Ferry crossing Shannon Estuary from Tarbert to Killimer
    Landmarks
    Dingle Peninsula
    Slea Head
    Blasket Islands
    Tarbert
    Killimer
    Shannon Estuary
    Ennistymon
  8. Day 7

    Ennistymon to Cliffs of Moher to Galway

    Ennistymon to Cliffs of Moher to Galway
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Connemara Coast)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre
    • Drive through the Burren landscape
    • See Lynch Memorial
    • Visit Collegiate Church of St. Nicholas
    • See Spanish Arch
    • See Eyre Square
    Landmarks
    Cliffs of Moher
    The Burren
    Lynch Memorial
    Collegiate Church of St. Nicholas
    Spanish Arch
    Eyre Square
  9. Day 8

    Galway

    Galway
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Connemara Coast)

    Optional Activities

    • Optional Experience to the Aran Islands
  10. Day 9

    Galway to Derry/Londonderry

    Galway to Derry/Londonderry
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Maldron Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Derry/Londonderry city walls with local storyteller Ronan
    • Walk down Shipquay Street
    • Visit Gothic Guildhall
    Landmarks
    Blue Stack Mountains
    Derry/Londonderry City Walls
    Shipquay Street
    Guildhall
  11. Day 10

    Derry/Londonderry to Giant's Causeway to Ballygally

    Derry/Londonderry to Giant's Causeway to Ballygally
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Evening of warm hospitality and regional cuisine)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ballygally Castle)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Giant's Causeway UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Explore basalt columns at your own pace
    • Drive along Antrim Coast Road

    Optional Activities

    • Venture into the Ghost Room hidden within castle turret
    Landmarks
    Giant's Causeway
    Antrim Coast Road
  12. Day 11

    Ballygally to Belfast

    Ballygally to Belfast
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Titanic, Belfast)

    Included Activities

    • Drive past Carrickfergus Castle
    • Panoramic city tour of Belfast with Local Expert
    Landmarks
    Carrickfergus Castle
    Belfast City Hall
  13. Day 12

    Belfast to Dublin

    Belfast to Dublin

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    4.8
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  • Guide
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  • Accommodation
    4.6
  • Food
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  • Donna4.8•August 2026
    Led by Greg
    Greg was a spectacular host. Our group had the best experiences and Greg’s antidotes were always welcomed and...
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    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for travelling with Insight Vacations and for taking the time to share your feedback. We are pleased to read that you had such an enjoyable journey and that your Travel Director's knowledge, engaging stories and warm approach helped create memorable experiences for your group. It is also rewarding to read that your Coach Driver contributed to making your trip so enjoyable. Your kind comments will be shared with the Travel Director and Coach Driver, who will appreciate your recognition. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you on another Insight Vacations journey in the future.
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  • Barbara5.0•July 2026
    I felt it was a little too relaxed, compared to other Country roads trips we done with Insights (Italy, Switzerland...
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    Traveled in July 2026
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    Thank you for travelling with Insight Vacations and for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your comments regarding the pace of the itinerary and understand that it felt more relaxed compared with your previous Country Roads tours. It is, however, pleasing to read that you still enjoyed your trip overall. We value your continued loyalty to Insight Vacations, and your feedback will be shared with the relevant teams as we continue to review our itineraries. We hope to welcome you on another journey in the future.
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  • Ann5.0•June 2026
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    This trip was perfect in every way. Greg took great care of us. There was nothing that he didn’t think of—from...
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    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for travelling with Insight Vacations and for sharing your feedback. It is pleasing to read how highly you valued your Travel Director and Coach Driver, and how their care, organisation and knowledge helped shape such a positive experience for the group. We are pleased that the journey through Ireland left such a strong impression and that the sense of connection within the group added to your time away. Your comments are greatly appreciated and will be shared with the team.
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  • Patrick5.0•May 2026
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    This was our first international tour. Being in our 70s, we didn’t want to get turned around in a foreign country....
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    Thank you for travelling with Insight Vacations and for sharing your feedback. We are pleased to read that your first international tour was such a positive and reassuring experience, and that your Travel Director provided the enthusiasm, expertise and support that helped you feel comfortable throughout your journey. It is also rewarding to know that each day brought new experiences and lasting memories. Thank you again for your kind comments, and we look forward to welcoming you on another Insight Vacations journey in the future.
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  • Louise5.0•May 2026
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    Greg and Paddy did a wonderful job of giving us the full experience. We saw some breathtaking views and quaint views....
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    Thank you for travelling with Insight Vacations and for sharing your feedback. We are pleased to read that you enjoyed such a memorable journey and were able to take in both breathtaking scenery and charming locations throughout your tour. It is also wonderful to know that your Travel Director and Coach Driver provided such attentive care, sharing local knowledge, practical guidance and an engaging atmosphere throughout the experience. We are glad that the additional time in Dublin added to your overall trip, and that you felt well supported with information along the way to help you make the most of your time in each destination. Thank you again for your kind recommendation, and we hope to welcome you on another Insight Vacations journey in the future.
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  • Doug5.0•May 2026
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    Greg & Sean were a great team! Greg’s knowledge of history of Ireland was vast, but his fun personality, story...
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    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for travelling with us and for taking the time to share your experience. We truly appreciate your kind comments regarding the Travel Director and Coach Driver. It is clear they worked exceptionally well together to create a memorable and enjoyable journey through Ireland. We are pleased to hear the Travel Director’s knowledge, storytelling and passion for Ireland made such a positive impact, while the Coach Driver’s professionalism and care helped you feel safe throughout the tour. Thank you again for choosing to travel with us.
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  • Julia5.0•May 2026
    Led by Greg
    Greg Colgin did an amazing job sharing his knowledge of Ireland in our recent tour. He was always energetic and ready...
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    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for travelling with us and for sharing your experience. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your time exploring Ireland and appreciated the warmth and hospitality of the local people along the way. Your kind comments regarding the Travel Director’s knowledge and enthusiasm, as well as the Coach Driver’s skill and professionalism on Ireland’s country roads, are greatly appreciated and will be shared with them. Thank you again for choosing to travel with us.
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  • Earle5.0•May 2026
    Amazing trip, enjoyed it immensely. Greg Coglin the guide was the best
    Traveled in May 2026
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for travelling with us and for sharing your feedback. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your trip and had such a memorable experience. Your kind comments regarding the Travel Director are greatly appreciated, and we will ensure your recognition is shared with them. Thank you again for choosing to travel with us.
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  • amg5.0•May 2026
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    Greg was excellent! He was knowledgeable, fun, entertaining, personable & thought of everything to keep things...
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    Thank you for travelling with us and for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate your kind comments regarding the Travel Director. It is great to hear their knowledge, personality and attention to detail helped make your journey both enjoyable and seamless. We are also pleased that the extra touches along the way added to your overall experience. Thank you again for your recommendation and for choosing to travel with us.
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    Torrie4.0•June 2023
    Tour Director & Driver were fantastic! They were very aware of the needs and expectations of their tour group and did...
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    Thank you for sharing your feedback during your Country Roads of Ireland trip. We are delighted you had such an incredible journey and that our On Road Team was able to make this remarkable itinerary even more special for you. We are sorry that you felt the Optional Experience and meals on this trip did not meet your expectations and that you didn’t enjoy the choices of food for vegetarians offered on this trip. We have passed on your suggestions to our Product Development Department, as there is nothing better than our guests’ input when considering ways to improve our meals. What’s more, we are incredibly pleased that we were able to help you to create some unforgettable memories.
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    If we want to stay an additional day at the end of tour in Dublin, how would we get from Belfast to Dublin? If we are dropped off at Dublin airport at 8am on day the tour ends, how far is that from city if we want to take a taxi to our choice of hotel? Or could we be dropped off in the city center somewhere?

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      You can take a train, there are several daily connections, which take around two hours to complete. Dublin Airport is located 15km (9 miles) from central Dublin. The journey from Dublin Airport to Dublin takes 23-45 minutes by taxi or bus.

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      My idea is could the bus from Belfast going to Dublin airport on day of departure drop us off in the city center of Dublin instead of the airport. We might want to stay an extra day in Dublin at the end of tour. I'm guessing the answer to that is NO because the bags would have to be pulled out of the bus' storage, right?

    • Insight VacationsOperator•Written September 2023

      The end city for this particular trip is Dublin. You will be coming from a Dublin hotel and going to Dublin airport. We cannot drop you off at the city center, as the route would be from the Dublin hotel to the Dublin airport. You can work out a plan with the travel director to offer help if you want to extend your vacation.

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