Itinerary
- Day 1
Dublin
Start in Dublin by getting settled, then spend time checking out the city's museums, monuments, and cathedrals at your own pace or on a guided tour. Grab a coffee at one of the local cafés and make your way to the Guinness Brewery at St. James's Gate to see where the famous stout comes from.
Optional Activities
- Guided city tour of Dublin
- Visit Guinness Brewery at St. James's Gate Brewery
Landmarks Guinness Brewery (St. James's Gate Brewery) - Day 2
Laragh - Glendalough
Drive south to Laragh and leave your car behind, then walk the forest paths of the Wicklow Way toward Glendalough. You'll come across the historic ruins of a 1,500-year-old monastic settlement and can choose your own adventure here with several hiking options, from a challenging trek up to a valley viewpoint or a relaxed walk by the lakeshore.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Challenging hike to viewpoint overlooking the valley's lakes
- Leisurely stroll along the lakeshore to discover flora and fauna
Landmarks Glendalough Wicklow Way 
- Day 3
Laragh - Cork via Rock of Cashel
Head south toward the coastal town of Kinsale with a stop at the Rock of Cashel on the way, a medieval complex sitting dramatically on a limestone cliff. Once in Kinsale, drive out to the Old Head and do a gentle 6 km circular walk around the headland with ocean views stretching out in front of you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Rock of Cashel
- Gentle 6 km circular walk around Old Head of Kinsale headland
Landmarks Rock of Cashel Old Head of Kinsale - Day 4
Cork - Killarney
Travel across the mountains between Cork County and Kerry to reach Killarney, home to Ireland's oldest national park. After checking in, head to Muckross House, a nice 19th century mansion, and take a circular walk around Muckross Lake through old woodland with views across the water and into the countryside.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Circular walk around Muckross Lake through ancient woodland
Optional Activities
- Visit Muckross House (19th century mansion)
Landmarks Killarney National Park Muckross House Muckross Lake - Day 5
Killarney - Dingle via Ring of Kerry
Explore the Ring of Kerry with wild coastlines, golden beaches, and mountain ranges surrounding you. Hike the Derrynane Mass Path Loop Walk, a moderately difficult 9 km route near Caherdaniel that takes about 3.5 hours through wooded hills with views of Derrynane Blue Flag Beach below. Then continue on to Dingle for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Derrynane Mass Path Loop Walk (9 km / 6 miles moderately difficult circular walk, approximately 3.5 hours)
Landmarks Ring of Kerry Derrynane National Park Derrynane Blue Flag Beach 
- Day 6
Dingle - Slea Head
Get dropped off near Ventry Harbour and walk a historic 8.5 km route around Slea Head to Dunquin, passing beehive huts along the way and seeing the Blasket Islands across the water. Stop at the Blasket Interpretative Museum or take a boat out to the islands if the weather looks good. Come back to Dingle for your second night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Slea Head walk (8.5 km) around Slea Head to Dunquin with views of beehive huts and Blasket Islands
- Visit Blasket Interpretative Museum
- Boat trip to the Blasket Islands (weather dependent)
Landmarks Slea Head Ventry Harbour Blasket Islands Blasket Interpretative Museum 
- Day 7
Dingle - Galway via Cliffs of Moher
Leave Kerry and head along the west coast to the Cliffs of Moher, where you'll hike the Hags Head Route, a 5 km walk with the option to return the same way or catch a shuttle back to the parking area. Continue north toward Galway, passing through the Burren's wild, moon-like landscape. By evening, explore Galway's bohemian streets, check out the restaurants and historic spots around town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Hags Head Route hike (5 km) at Cliffs of Moher
- Explore the Burren landscape
- Guided tour of historic sights in Galway
- Sample diverse cuisine in Galway
Landmarks Cliffs of Moher Hags Head The Burren Galway Bay 
- Day 8
Galway to Dublin
Drive back east to Dublin, drop off your rental car at the airport, and say goodbye to Ireland after your journey through the country's mountains, coast, and countryside.
- Meals
- Breakfast
