Are you able to book an extra night in the hotel at a reduced price or if we just book ourselves?

We can create a hold for 48 hours; However, we require passport names & dates of birth in order to create the quote.

I have been reviewing various Irish tours and I think the "Taste of Ireland - Tour D" would work for us (2 seniors). My dates would be Monday 13 Oct to Sat 18 Oct (am). I will be flying out on Sat am about 9:30 - so I would have to check out sometime before 7am - could we still get breakfast? Would it be possible to alter the last night hotel to one close to the airport?

We are not able to change the hotels on tour. Hotel Breakfasts typically open at 5am-6am depending the hotel.

Curious about the Skellig experience. Will we be going to the actual island or just the visitor center? What are the odds of seeing puffins?

The Skellig Experience will be based at the visitor center, so you may not have a clear view of the puffins, as the island is some distance away.

Can you please advise if two spaces are definetly available for this trip?

Unfortunately, we are unable to confirm the Taste of Ireland (Tour D) - 6 Days/5 Nights departing on May 26th, as this departure is currently sold out in our inventory.

What happens if I am not present for the tour's start time?

If you miss the initial meeting time, you should make arrangements to catch up with the tour group.

can you guys help booking a hotel one day before the tour begins? I plan to arrive Dublin on 7/25 the tour starts on 7/26. can you confirm the meeting point for day 1?

Please also confirm the ending point on day 6.

Can I leave the tour in Galway and travel to Dublin on my own?

Yes, you can leave the tour in Galway and make independent travel arrangements to Dublin.

What if the tour dates I want are fully booked?

If the desired tour dates are fully booked, you may choose from available alternate dates provided by the tour company.

Is it safe to travel by ourselves in Ireland for seniors (76 & 81 years old)?

Children ages 8+ are allowed on guided motorcoach tours. Guests 17 years and younger are 10% off the adult price on guided coach tours.

How do I provide emergency contact information?

You should provide your emergency contact details during the booking process or by contacting the tour company directly.

Taste of Ireland (Tour D) - 6 Days/5 Nights (11 destinations)

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The sights were just enough in my opinion with a nice amount of free time! There was NO WAY we could rent a car and see what we saw!
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Dublin
Dublin
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Irish specialties at Merry Ploughboy Pub with traditional music and step-dancing)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Dublin with local guide
- Visit Trinity College
- Visit Little Museum of Dublin
- Welcome drink at hotel
- Dinner and traditional music show at Merry Ploughboy Pub
Landmarks
Trinity College
River Liffey
Little Museum of Dublin
Merry Ploughboy Pub
Day 2
Blarney to Killarney
Blarney to Killarney
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Killarney Towers Hotel)
Included Activities
- Travel through Irish countryside
- Photo stop at Rock of Cashel
- Visit Blarney Castle
- Kiss the Blarney Stone (optional within visit)
- Explore Blarney Castle gardens
Landmarks
Rock of Cashel
Blarney Castle
Blarney Stone
Day 3
Ring of Kerry
Ring of Kerry
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Casual lunch at a cozy restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Killarney Towers Hotel)
Included Activities
- Shopping at Moriarty's in Gap of Dunloe
- Ring of Kerry scenic drive
- Photo stops along Ring of Kerry
- Casual lunch at a restaurant
- Visit Skellig Experience visitor center
- Explore village of Sneem
- Stop at Moll's Gap
- Sheepdog herding demonstration at farm
Optional Activities
- Dine at local restaurants in Killarney
- Explore pubs in Killarney
Landmarks
Gap of Dunloe
Ring of Kerry
Valentia Island
Skellig Experience
Skellig Michael
Sneem
Moll's Gap
Day 4
Cliffs of Moher
Cliffs of Moher
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Medieval-style feast of traditional Irish fare at a castle with songs and harp music)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Clayton Hotel Limerick)
Included Activities
- Ferry across River Shannon
- Drive along County Clare coast
- Visit Cliffs of Moher
- Medieval-style feast at castle with entertainment
Landmarks
River Shannon
County Clare
Cliffs of Moher
Day 5
Galway to Dublin
Galway to Dublin
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Academy Plaza Hotel)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Galway
- Free time in Galway for shopping and exploration
Optional Activities
- Browse local shops in Galway
- Watch street performers in Galway
- Explore medieval buildings in Galway
- Relax in pubs or cafés in Galway
- Dine at restaurants in Dublin
- Explore pubs in Dublin
Landmarks
Galway
Day 6
Dublin
Dublin
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Trinity College
River Liffey
Little Museum of Dublin
Merry Ploughboy Pub

Landmarks
Rock of Cashel
Blarney Castle
Blarney Stone

Landmarks
Gap of Dunloe
Ring of Kerry
Valentia Island
Skellig Experience
Skellig Michael
Sneem
Moll's Gap

Landmarks
River Shannon
County Clare
Cliffs of Moher

Landmarks
Galway

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Where You'll Stay

Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
Hotel 4*
day 1
Killarney Towers Hotel
Hotel 4*
Days 2, 3
Clayton Hotel Limerick
Hotel 4*
day 4
Academy Plaza Hotel
Hotel 4*
day 5

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4.6

Overall rating based on 347 Reviews

Itinerary
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Accommodation
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Tamara5.0•October 2025
Everything except the last hotel we stayed in. That could have been much nicer, and it was a let down after such a...
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George4.0•October 2025
Too many shopping stops. More landscape or cultural stops would be an improvement. Rest stops at a gas station cause...
Too many shopping stops. More landscape or cultural stops would be an improvement. Rest stops at a gas station cause "dead time" until you get back on the bus. A rest stop at a park rest area for example. Most disappointing was the stop at a wool shop 35 minutes after we left breakfast and bathrooms. Very tacky. No one wanted to buy coffee and food again and only 10% of the bus was interested in shopping at this time. Having travelled with Trafalgar, we were surprised that our guide was also the bus driver. This led to reduced interaction. In the full 6 day experience there was only two seat changes made. Our own experience and that of others we spoke with was that our guide had very little interaction prior to us physically being on the bus, then it seemed he was in character. As a bus driver he was fabulous however as a host he seemed to over complicate instructions and explanations of areas and things to do when off the bus in the evening. Overall the company organization was excellent. We had no issues. On the tour, our daily itinerary and meal situations were never discussed at the beginning of the morning. They seemed to be disseminated as we were arriving at locations. Just going over the upcoming day before moving the bus would be a positive addition. The final hotel [Academy Plaza] was well below expectation based on our previous accommodations. The rooms were embarrassingly small. Other couples were also very disappointed. Everyone had two suitcases and there was no room to open them without having to walk around them to get in and out of the room. Very, very disappointing. Find a better hotel for the last night. That is what becomes the memory of the trip. Overall we enjoyed the tour, however, would we book the same tour? No. Thank you for the opportunity to respondShow more
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Kerry5.0•April 2025
Absolutely amazing!! Very organized and planned. We saw a lot of Ireland in the short amount of time we had there....
Absolutely amazing!! Very organized and planned. We saw a lot of Ireland in the short amount of time we had there. Noel was amazing and very knowledgeable! He made the trip delightful! Highly recommend!Show more
Traveled in March 2025
Reply from: CIE Tours
Thank you for your great feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the well-planned trip and saw so much of Ireland. Noel will be happy to hear he made your experience special. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another adventure soon! Love the photos, thanks for sharing!! -CIE Tours team
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Eduardo5.0•July 2024
We have a wonderful time on a well- organized tour. The landscapes were so beautiful.
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Kathy5.0•July 2024
Willie was great. Very knowledgeable & organized. And an excellent driver!!
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Julie4.0•June 2024
I loved the tour and the guide. I felt rushed sometimes as moving hotels so often was a little difficult.
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Mary3.0•May 2024
Don’t talk this tour with Colm. 43 in group way too big. Driver was also the tour guide. He NEVER stopped talking -...
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Susan5.0•May 2024
Austin our bus driver was a wonderful guide! The sights were just enough in my opinion with a nice amount of free...
Austin our bus driver was a wonderful guide! The sights were just enough in my opinion with a nice amount of free time! There was NO WAY we could rent a car and see what we saw! Happy we did it and would do it again in another city when the time is right!Show more
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Roger5.0•May 2024
Excellent tour that hit popular tourist spots!
Traveled in April 2024
Roger5.0•May 2024
The tour was well organized and our tour guide, Pat, was excellent! He was knowledgeable and friendly to all! He made...
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Traveled in April 2024

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Sandy
Asked on July 16th, 2025
Are you able to book an extra night in the hotel at a reduced price or if we just book ourselves?
Accommodation
Other
- CIE ToursOperator•Written July 2025
  We can create a hold for 48 hours; However, we require passport names & dates of birth in order to create the quote.
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Hayley
Asked on July 15th, 2025
I have been reviewing various Irish tours and I think the "Taste of Ireland - Tour D" would work for us (2 seniors). My dates would be Monday 13 Oct to Sat 18 Oct (am). I will be flying out on Sat am about 9:30 - so I would have to check out sometime before 7am - could we still get breakfast? Would it be possible to alter the last night hotel to one close to the airport?
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Meals
Tour Details
- CIE ToursOperator•Written July 2025
  We are not able to change the hotels on tour. Hotel Breakfasts typically open at 5am-6am depending the hotel.
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Antonio
Asked on May 10th, 2025
Curious about the Skellig experience. Will we be going to the actual island or just the visitor center? What are the odds of seeing puffins?
Tour Details
- CIE ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  The Skellig Experience will be based at the visitor center, so you may not have a clear view of the puffins, as the island is some distance away.
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  Antonio
  Traveler•Written May 2025
  Is there any time in the schedule while we are in the area for us to book that on our own?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  Based on the itinerary, you would not have time during the tour to visit Skellig Islands independently. It would be best to arrange this on your own before or after the tour.
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Lorraine
Asked on May 1st, 2025
Can you please advise if two spaces are definetly available for this trip?
Price / Availability
- CIE ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  Unfortunately, we are unable to confirm the Taste of Ireland (Tour D) - 6 Days/5 Nights departing on May 26th, as this departure is currently sold out in our inventory.
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Sono
Asked on March 22nd, 2025
What happens if I am not present for the tour's start time?
Tour Details
- CIE ToursOperator•Written March 2025
  If you miss the initial meeting time, you should make arrangements to catch up with the tour group.
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Andrew
Asked on March 9th, 2025
can you guys help booking a hotel one day before the tour begins? I plan to arrive Dublin on 7/25 the tour starts on 7/26. can you confirm the meeting point for day 1?
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  Andrew
  Traveler•Written March 2025
  Please also confirm the ending point on day 6.
- CIE ToursOperator•Written March 2025
  We cannot assist booking a pre night on Taste of Ireland Tour - D. However, you can book Taste of Ireland Tour A is Fri Jul 25, 2025Thu Jul 31, 2025. Both Tour A & Tour D are Dublin - Dublin.
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Cassandra
Asked on March 1st, 2025
Can I leave the tour in Galway and travel to Dublin on my own?
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written March 2025
  Yes, you can leave the tour in Galway and make independent travel arrangements to Dublin.
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Nadja
Asked on February 23rd, 2025
What if the tour dates I want are fully booked?
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written February 2025
  If the desired tour dates are fully booked, you may choose from available alternate dates provided by the tour company.
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Sheila
Asked on February 13th, 2025
Is it safe to travel by ourselves in Ireland for seniors (76 & 81 years old)?
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written February 2025
  Children ages 8+ are allowed on guided motorcoach tours. Guests 17 years and younger are 10% off the adult price on guided coach tours.
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Paul
Asked on November 5th, 2024
How do I provide emergency contact information?
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written November 2024
  You should provide your emergency contact details during the booking process or by contacting the tour company directly.

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