Itinerary
- Day 1
Belfast
Your private chauffeur will pick you up and take you to your luxury hotel in Belfast. Once you're settled, head to The Observatory Bar where you'll get panoramic views of the city. Later that evening, you'll have an a la carte dinner featuring Northern Irish cuisine.
- Meals
- Dinner (A la carte dinner of Northern Irish favourites)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Central Hotel, Belfast.)
Included Activities
- Visit The Observatory Bar with city views
- A la carte dinner of Northern Irish favourites
- Day 2
Belfast
Start your morning at the Titanic Museum to learn about the ship's history. The rest of the day is yours to customize. You can either take a guided tour with a local expert visiting City Hall, Queen's University, and the Parliament Building at Stormont, or spend time with a local artist exploring Belfast's street art scene instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Central Hotel, Belfast.)
Included Activities
- Titanic Belfast museum visit
- Guided city tour with Local Expert - City Hall, Queen's University, Parliament Building at Stormont
- Local artist street art tour
Landmarks Titanic Belfast City Hall Belfast Queen's University Belfast Parliament Building at Stormont - Day 3
Belfast to Londonderry
Travel to the Giant's Causeway for a private tour with a local ranger to see this UNESCO-listed geological site. From there, you'll head to Londonderry where your guide Ronan, a storyteller with deep knowledge of the city's history and politics, will walk you through the area and share its significance.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Central Hotel, Belfast.)
Included Activities
- Private tour of Giant's Causeway with wildlife ranger
- Guided tour of Londonderry with Local Guide Ronan
Landmarks Giant's Causeway - Day 4
Londonderry to Dublin
Meet local Tracey at her farmhouse to learn how traditional Irish delicacies are made. After that experience, you'll travel to Dublin. Once there, you can choose between a private tour with whiskey tasting at Pearse Lyons Distillery or an Irish coffee demonstration at Pearse's Place.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Seasonal farm-to-table lunch at Tracey's Farmhouse)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dylan Hotel, Dublin.)
Included Activities
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Tracey's Farmhouse - farm tour and traditional Irish soda bread baking with seasonal farm-to-table lunch
Optional Activities
- Private tour and whiskey tasting at Pearse Lyons Distillery
- Irish coffee demonstration at Pearse's Place
Landmarks Pearse Lyons Distillery - Day 5
Dublin
Visit Trinity College to see the Book of Kells, then walk through Dublin's highlights with a local expert, stopping at O'Connell Street, the Custom House, and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Later, you'll have a VIP after-hours visit to the Little Museum of Dublin with Prosecco and stories from founder Trevor White. Dinner follows at a hand-picked gastropub.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at hand-picked gastropub in the heart of Dublin)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dylan Hotel, Dublin.)
Included Activities
- Trinity College and Book of Kells visit
- Guided city tour with Local Expert - O'Connell Street, Custom House, St. Patrick's Cathedral
- VIP after-hours visit to the Little Museum of Dublin with Prosecco and founder Trevor White
- Dinner at hand-picked gastropub
Landmarks Trinity College Dublin Book of Kells O'Connell Street Custom House Dublin St. Patrick's Cathedral Little Museum of Dublin - Day 6
Dublin to Kilkenny
After a relaxed morning, head to Glendalough with a local expert to see the glen of two lakes. From there, you'll walk through Kilkenny's Medieval Mile, which connects Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice's Cathedral. You'll settle in at Lyrath Estate, a historic residence set on sprawling acres with lakes, gardens, and woodlands.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Lyrath Estate, Kilkenny.)
Included Activities
- Glendalough visit with Local Expert - early medieval monastic site tour
- Kilkenny Medieval Mile stroll - Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice's Cathedral
Landmarks Glendalough Kilkenny Castle St. Canice's Cathedral - Day 7
Kilkenny to Cork
Travel to Cashel to see the Rock of Cashel, also known as St. Patrick's Rock, famous for its monastic history. Next, you'll visit Blarney Castle where you can participate in the tradition of kissing the Blarney Stone. This evening features Irish hospitality at a home-hosted dinner with local entertainment and dancing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Home-hosted dinner with local family, entertainment and dancing)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens (Superior Rooms), Killarney.), Hotel (The Europe)
Included Activities
- Rock of Cashel visit
- Blarney Castle visit and Blarney Stone experience
- Home-hosted dinner with local family, entertainment and dancing
Landmarks Rock of Cashel Blarney Castle Blarney Stone - Day 8
Cork to Killarney
Journey into Killarney National Park to see mountains, cliffs, lakes, and lush valleys. You'll wind along the Ring of Kerry and take a traditional jaunting car ride, enjoying views of the MacGillycuddy's Reeks, Ireland's highest mountain range.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens (Superior Rooms), Killarney.), Hotel (The Europe)
Included Activities
- Killarney National Park visit
- Ring of Kerry scenic drive
- Traditional jaunting car ride with views of MacGillycuddy's Reeks
Landmarks Killarney National Park Ring of Kerry MacGillycuddy's Reeks Ross Castle - Day 9
Killarney to Galway
Check out the charming thatched-roof cottages, abbeys, and park in Adare. Then travel to County Clare for the Cliffs of Moher, where you'll see rugged coastal views facing the Atlantic. Later, you'll arrive at Glenlo Abbey in Galway, an 18th-century estate overlooking Lough Corrib.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Glenlo Abbey, Galway.)
Included Activities
- Adare village visit with Travel Concierge
- Cliffs of Moher visit with O'Brien's tower
- Galway visit - lively atmosphere, streets, boutiques and art galleries
Landmarks Adare Cliffs of Moher O'Brien's Tower Galway Ashford Castle - Day 10
Galway to Donegal
Continue on to the beautifully restored 19th-century Lough Eske Castle. This evening, you'll have dinner featuring local specialties from a seasonal menu.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Seasonal menu at Cedars Restaurant - refined Irish cuisine with fresh Atlantic seafood, Donegal lamb and foraged herbs)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Lough Eske Castle, Donegal)
Landmarks Lough Eske Castle - Day 11
Donegal
Take a relaxed start with the option of breakfast in your room. During the day, you can choose from curated activities or join a guided historical tour of the castle. Later, unwind with a spa treatment or walk through the castle grounds. End your final full day with a stylish dinner at Cedars Restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Stylish dinner at Cedars Restaurant)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Lough Eske Castle, Donegal)
Included Activities
- Optional breakfast in room
- Guided historical tour of Lough Eske Castle
- Spa treatments available
- Castle grounds stroll
- Dinner at Cedars Restaurant
Optional Activities
- Curated castle activities
Landmarks Lough Eske Castle - Day 12
Donegal to Belfast
Your private transfer will take you to Belfast Airport to conclude your Ireland luxury tour.
