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Ireland’s Ancient East

6 days

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Start and end in Dublin

5.0 (3 reviews)

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Beautiful landscapes, fascinating historical sites, and a well-planned itinerary made the trip both relaxing and enriching.
Peter•traveled in January5.0
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Operator: BTOURS
Ancient Wonders: Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Self-guided: Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Ages 18+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Dublin
Dublin
Start point
Dublin, Ireland (Arrive To Dublin, Ireland)
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Maldron Newlands Cross Hotel, or similar), Guesthouse (Riversdale B&B, or similar)
Optional Activities
- Trinity College Dublin with Book of Kells (GBP 31.00)
- Guinness Storehouse (GBP 35.00)
- St. Patrick's Cathedral (GBP 18.00)
- Epic - Irish Emigration Museum - self guided tour (GBP 24.00)
- Teeling Whiskey Distillery - including whiskey cocktail (GBP 24.00)
- Jameson Distillery Bow St - Signature Tour (GBP 28.00)
- Dublin City Hop-On / Hop-Off Tour 1 day (GBP 32.00)
Landmarks
Dublin Castle
St Patrick's Cathedral
Trinity College
St Stephen Green's Park
Temple Bar
Guinness Storehouse
Teeling Whiskey Distillery
Jameson Distillery Bow St
Epic - Irish Emigration Museum
Day 2
Boyne Valley
Boyne Valley
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Maldron Newlands Cross Hotel, or similar), Guesthouse (Riversdale B&B, or similar)
Optional Activities
- Visit Newgrange passage tomb
- Visit Knowth passage tomb
- Battle of Boyne Visitor Centre exhibition and audiovisual
Landmarks
Brú na Bóinne
Newgrange
Knowth
Battle of Boyne Visitor Centre
Day 3
Wicklow Mountains to Waterford/Wexford
Wicklow Mountains to Waterford/Wexford
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Lawlors Hotel, or similar), Guesthouse (Cloneen B&B, or similar)
Included Activities
- Entrance Glendalough Visitor Centre
- Entrance Dunbrody Famine Ship & Emigrant Experience
Landmarks
Glendalough
Wicklow Mountains National Park
Dunbrody Famine Ship & Emigrant Experience
Day 4
Waterford/Wexford
Waterford/Wexford
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Lawlors Hotel, or similar), Guesthouse (Cloneen B&B, or similar)
Optional Activities
- Viking quarter exploration in Waterford city
- Lismore Castle visit
- Ballysaggartmore Towers visit
- Hook Lighthouse visit
- Green Way cycling route
Landmarks
Waterford City Viking Quarter
Lismore Castle
Ballysaggartmore Towers
Hook Lighthouse
Green Way
Day 5
Tipperary to Kilkenny
Tipperary to Kilkenny
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Kilkenny, or similar), Guesthouse (The Rise, or similar)
Included Activities
- Entrance Rock of Cashel (excluding Cormac's Chapel)
Optional Activities
- Kilkenny Castle - self guided (GBP 23.50)
Landmarks
Rock of Cashel
Kilkenny Castle
Canice's Cathedral
Day 6
Carlow to Dublin Airport
Carlow to Dublin Airport
End point
Dublin, Ireland (Journey to Dublin Airport)
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Brownshill Dolmen visit
Landmarks
Brownshill Dolmen

Landmarks
Dublin Castle
St Patrick's Cathedral
Trinity College
St Stephen Green's Park
Temple Bar
Guinness Storehouse
Teeling Whiskey Distillery
Jameson Distillery Bow St
Epic - Irish Emigration Museum

Landmarks
Brú na Bóinne
Newgrange
Knowth
Battle of Boyne Visitor Centre

Landmarks
Glendalough
Wicklow Mountains National Park
Dunbrody Famine Ship & Emigrant Experience

Landmarks
Waterford City Viking Quarter
Lismore Castle
Ballysaggartmore Towers
Hook Lighthouse
Green Way

Landmarks
Rock of Cashel
Kilkenny Castle
Canice's Cathedral

Landmarks
Brownshill Dolmen

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Flights
Guide
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services
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Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Maldron Newlands Cross Hotel, or similar
Hotel 4*
Days 1, 2
Riversdale B&B, or similar
Guesthouse
Days 1, 2
Cloneen B&B, or similar
Guesthouse
Days 3, 4
Lawlors Hotel, or similar
Hotel 4*
Days 3, 4
Hotel Kilkenny, or similar
Hotel 4*
day 5
The Rise, or similar
Guesthouse
day 5

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Rating: 4.8 (49 reviews)
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Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 3 Reviews

Itinerary
4.5
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
4.8

Jean5.0•September 2026
A fantastic tour that truly brings Ireland’s Ancient East to life. Stunning scenery, rich history, and a smooth,...
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Traveled in May 2026
Reply from: BTOURS
Dear Jean, Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re delighted that Ireland’s Ancient East came to life through its remarkable history, rich culture and beautiful scenery. It’s wonderful to know that the smooth, well-paced itinerary allowed you to explore the region in depth without ever feeling rushed. Creating journeys that combine meaningful discovery with comfortable travel is exactly what we aim for. Thank you for choosing BTOURS. We hope to welcome you on another inspiring adventure soon! BTOURS Team
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Peter5.0•January 2026
An unforgettable journey through Ireland’s Ancient East! Beautiful landscapes, fascinating historical sites, and a...
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Traveled in November 2025
Reply from: BTOURS
Hi Peter, Thank you for the fantastic review! We are so glad to hear that your journey through Ireland’s Ancient East was unforgettable. Our goal is always to make sure every stop—from the rolling landscapes to the historic ruins—feels meaningful and authentic, so it’s wonderful to know we hit the mark for you. We’re thrilled that you found the trip both enriching and relaxing; finding that "short-trip" balance is something we work hard on! We’ll be sure to share your kind words with our team. We hope to welcome you back to the Emerald Isle again soon—perhaps to explore the Wild Atlantic Way next time? Cheers, Theo | BTOURS
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Suhani5.0•November 2023
Very good communication; loved the excursions and the choice of hotels!
Traveled in October 2023
Reply from: BTOURS
Dear Suhani, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive feedback! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our communication, excursions, and hotel selections during your recent experience with us. At BTOURS, we strive to provide our customers with exceptional service, and your kind words reinforce that our efforts are making a positive impact. We understand that clear and effective communication is key to a successful travel experience, and we are thrilled that you found our communication to be very good. It's fantastic to hear that the excursions met your expectations and added to the overall enjoyment of your trip. We take great care in selecting unique and enriching experiences for our customers, and we're pleased to know that they resonated with you. Our team also dedicates significant effort to choosing hotels that enhance the overall travel experience. We are glad to learn that our hotel selections contributed to the positive memories of your journey. Your feedback is truly valuable to us, and it serves as motivation for our team to continue delivering excellent service. If there's anything specific that stood out or any suggestions you have for improvement, we would love to hear more. Once again, thank you for choosing BTOURS. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in the future. Safe travels! Best regards, Theo | BTOURS
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