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Kerry Royal

9 days
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 38
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Dublin to Limerick

    You'll arrive in Dublin and get a transfer heading toward Limerick (timing to be confirmed once you book). Later in the afternoon or early evening, you'll meet up with your group and get to know your traveling companions. If you're interested, there's an optional Medieval Banquet at Knappogue Castle happening that evening.

    Start point
    Dublin Airport Coach Terminal, Atrium Rd, Dublin, Dublin K67, Ireland (T1)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Radisson Blu Hotel, Limerick)

    Optional Activities

    • Medieval Banquet at Knappogue Castle
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  2. Day 2

    Adare - Killarney

    After breakfast, you'll have time to walk through Limerick City, then head toward Adare before arriving in Killarney. Once you get there, you'll take a jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park to see the lakes and the mountains surrounding them.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Full Irish breakfast)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Dromhall Hotel, Killarney)

    Included Activities

    • Tour of Limerick City
    • Jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park
    Landmarks
    Killarney National Park
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  3. Day 3

    Dingle Peninsula

    This morning takes you to Dingle, a working fishing port, where you'll check out a traditional sheep farm operation. From there, you'll drive around Slea Head to see the Blasket Islands and take in views of the lakes before heading back to Killarney for the evening.

    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Dromhall Hotel, Killarney)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Dingle fishing port
    • Traditional working sheep farm visit
    • Slea Head drive and Blasket Islands viewing
    Landmarks
    Dingle
    Slea Head
    Blasket Islands
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  4. Day 4

    Iveragh Peninsula

    You'll spend the day driving around the Iveragh Peninsula, one of Europe's best scenic routes. The route goes through Killorglin, Cahirciveen, Waterville on Ballinskelligs Bay, and the small village of Sneem. By evening, you'll head to Quill's Farmhouse for a traditional Irish dinner with live entertainment.

    Meals
    Dinner (Traditional Irish dinner and entertainment at Quill's Farmhouse, Muckross Park)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Dromhall Hotel, Killarney)

    Included Activities

    • Tour of Iveragh Peninsula
    • Dinner and entertainment at Quill's Farmhouse
    Landmarks
    Iveragh Peninsula
    Killorglin
    Cahirciveen
    Waterville
    Sneem
  5. Day 5

    Kerry to Kilkenny

    You'll head east from Kerry and drive through Cork City, moving toward Tipperary's rolling countryside. First stop is Cahir Castle, one of Ireland's best preserved medieval fortresses that sits right along the river. The castle itself is quite substantial and worth spending a couple hours walking through the grounds and interior. From there, you'll continue on to the Rock of Cashel in the town of Cashel, where you can see the ancient monastic site perched on a hilltop with views across the plains. It's a good spot to grab lunch in town before heading to Kilkenny for the evening. You'll arrive in medieval Kilkenny by late afternoon, giving you time to settle in and explore the town's narrow streets and castle before dinner.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Full Irish breakfast), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ormonde Hotel, Kilkenny)

    Included Activities

    • Tour of Cahir Castle

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Blarney Castle
    Landmarks
    Blarney Castle
    Cahir Castle
    Rock of Cashel
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  6. Day 6

    Waterford

    You'll board a replica of the Dunbrody sailing ship at New Ross, following the same journey that Famine emigrants made years ago. After that, you'll travel to Waterford where you'll have free time to wander through the medieval town and see its various attractions on your own.

    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ormonde Hotel, Kilkenny)

    Included Activities

    • Dunbrody Famine Ship experience

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Viking Museums in Waterford
    • Visit to Waterford Crystal factory
    Landmarks
    Dunbrody Famine Ship
    Waterford
  7. Day 7

    Dublin

    Starting through the Curragh of Kildare, Ireland's horse breeding heartland, you'll visit the Irish National Stud for a tour of the facility and then explore the Japanese Gardens. From there, you'll head into Dublin for a panoramic tour covering the city's historic sites and newer areas, then settle in for dinner with Irish food and entertainment.

    Meals
    Dinner (Dinner featuring delicious Irish cuisine and spirited entertainment in Dublin)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Gresham Hotel, Dublin)

    Included Activities

    • Irish National Stud tour
    • Japanese Gardens visit
    • Panoramic tour of Dublin
    • Dinner and entertainment in Dublin
    Landmarks
    Curragh of Kildare
    Irish National Stud
    Japanese Gardens
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  8. Day 8

    Dublin

    You have the full day to spend in Dublin however you'd like. Options include walking the historic streets, visiting Trinity College to see the Book of Kells, spending time in St. Stephen's Green, shopping on Grafton Street, checking out museums, or just sitting in a pub. By evening, the city's yours to explore or simply relax in.

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Gresham Hotel, Dublin)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Trinity College and Book of Kells
    • Explore St. Stephen's Green
    • Shopping on Grafton Street
    • Visit museums
    • Pub visit for Guinness
    Landmarks
    Trinity College
    Book of Kells
    St. Stephen's Green
    Grafton Street
  9. Day 9

    Dublin Departure

    Your tour finishes after a final Irish breakfast at your Dublin hotel. If you need a group departure transfer, you can arrange that when you inquire about your booking.

    End point
    Dublin Airport Coach Terminal, Atrium Rd, Dublin, Dublin K67, Ireland (T1)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Final hearty Irish breakfast)
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  • Itinerary
    4.5
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    4.4
  • Food
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  • J
    May 18th, 2025
    4.0
    The tour was enjoyable. Our guide Tony kept us all informed.
    Traveled in May 2025
  • Kerry Royal reviewer 2
    October 6th, 2024
    4.0
    Our tour guide Robert was great! tours operator did a wonderful job. We had a great trip.
    Traveled in October 2024
  • B
    August 20th, 2024
    5.0
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    Well organized. Good hotels and good food. Nice guide and driver. A nice trip.
    Traveled in August 2024
  • Kerry Royal reviewer 4
    October 23rd, 2023
    4.0
    Adrian was a great driver, I felt he did a wonderful job navigating the treacherous roads. Gordon, our team guide,...
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    Traveled in October 2023
    Reply from: Royal Irish Tours
    Thank you so much for your review Paula! We will share your kind words with our team! All the best, RIT
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  • J
    October 4th, 2023
    5.0
    Had a great time! Our guide, Kathleen was great! She knew everything about Ireland and sprinkled in some great...
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    Traveled in August 2023
  • J
    September 10th, 2023
    4.0
    Overall good...don't like showers over tub..dangerous...slip mats essential. Gresham Dublin confusing because of the...
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    Traveled in September 2023
    Reply from: Royal Irish Tours
    Hi Julia, Thank you for your feedback! We are glad to hear you enjoyed your tour. We will make sure your notes are passed along to our team in Dublin. All the best, RIT
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  • Kerry Royal reviewer 7
    June 5th, 2023
    5.0
    Excellent tour. The pace, activities, guide, and driver were all top notch!
    Traveled in May 2023
  • V
    August 15th, 2022
    5.0
    We had a great guide, Bryan, and the driver was awesome, too!! We will recommend Royal Irish tours to others and we...
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    Traveled in July 2022

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    Douglas

    Asked on September 2nd, 2025

    I cannot find the time we are to meet at the Airport to start the tour?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten September 2025

      This question has been answered on your Tourradar booking page

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    Joanna

    Asked on August 12th, 2025

    Could you please confirm if there is still one space available for this Friday? Additionally, could you let us know if the transfer to Limerick is included in the price?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten August 2025

      Unfortunately the tour is not available for this Friday. We do have departures available in September. Let us know if any of those dates will work for you.

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      Joanna

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      I would've loved to join. I know it was at very short notice but later is not an option.

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    Erin

    Asked on April 27th, 2025

    Is there a leg that could be added to include Belfast to Edinburgh, using ferry? And approximate cost? Also do you book airfare

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten April 2025

      The Kerry Royal coach tour is a tour of the south of Ireland, there are no add ons for Belfast or Edinburgh.

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    Colleen

    Asked on April 4th, 2025

    Is it possible to pay using 2 credit cards? If so, how do I go about doing this?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten April 2025

      Unfortunately the May 19th departure is sold out. Are your dates flexible?

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      Colleen

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      On the TourRadar website, it is indicated that there are still 8 places left on the 19 May tour? Which information is correct?

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    Erin

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    What is the room type and bed size for this tour?

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      Erin

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      Does the guest need medical insurance for this tour?

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      Erin

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      Which Airport would you recommend the client use for easy Pick up and drop off?

    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten March 2025

      The room category would be a lead in room with a queen sized bed. We always recommend guests look into medical and trip cancellation insurance. The tour would meet at Dublin Airport in the morning on day 1.

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    Adriana

    Asked on February 21st, 2025

    What is the air and land package? Cost extra? If we do not have that package how would we get to Limerick from Dublin?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten February 2025

      The pricing is land only. There is no airfare included. Once you made the booking we could guide you on the times to arrive and depart to ensure you can take the transfers.

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    Heidi

    Asked on January 8th, 2025

    Would like to confirm that a tour departs on 1st September. What would the cost be for economy for two requiring twin beds or separate rooms if available. Also in relation to breakfast, do they have gluten free options?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      There is a departure on September 1st. The pricing for twin (two beds in the room) and single occupancy should be listed. The pricing for twin is $2799 per person based on twin / $3599 based on single. This pricing is in Canadian dollars. Gluten free options would be available.

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      Heidi

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      Grateful if you could provide a quote in Australian Dollars.

    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      When in the tour page the pricing should show in Australian dollars. A rough estimate would be $3136 per person based on twin / $4032 based on single.

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    Kylie

    Asked on December 18th, 2024

    do you offer solo travellers a spot on the tour? If so, is the price the same as quoted?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten December 2024

      We do offer single occupancy. The pricing can be found on Tourradar when selecting single occupancy.

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    Steve

    Asked on December 5th, 2024

    Where do we meet the tour is it at the airport or somewhere else. What time do we have to meet on the first day? And what time do the tours usually leave the hotel?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten December 2024

      You would meet at Dublin airport at approximately 8:30am and then be transferred to Limerick to begin the tour. Typically in the mornings you leave between 8 and 10am depending on the days activities.

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    Dale

    Asked on November 23rd, 2024

    Can you tell me about travelling solo with your company please. Do you charge a single supplement ? Is there the opportunity to share a room.

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten November 2024

      We do not offer a room share program. We do have a single supplement, the room is of the same quality as the double occupancy room. Our guests tend to be a very welcoming bunch and everyone becomes well acquainted within the first couple of days.

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