What is the address for meeting at the start of the tour? Also the hotel and address for our last night stay in Dublin?

Meeting point - Hilton Dublin Kilmainham. Conclusion hotel - The Gibson.

Can I book optional excursions in advance?

Yes, optional excursions can be pre-purchased between 90 and 4 days prior to the departure if they are available for your tour.

Do the tours provide airport transfers?

Yes, airport transfers are available at a rate of $45 per person per transfer.

What are the meals like on the tour?

This tour accommodates vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meal requests. However, it's suggested to discuss your dietary needs with hotel and restaurant staff upon arrival, as there's no guarantee that all special requests can be met.

Does the tour include visits to specific sites?

Yes, the tour includes visits to key sites as per the itinerary, such as the Kissing Stone, but precise times at each location can vary.

Are travelers required to complete any pre-tour screenings or acknowledgments?

Yes, travelers are required to complete a Guest Acknowledgement process and may need to undergo additional COVID-19 screenings before departure.

Does this tour end in Dublin?

This tour will end in Dublin after breakfast on the last day.

Are the hotel rooms per person or do we share a room?

Being that you will be traveling as a single traveler, you will have a room to yourself. You will not have to share with any of the other guest.

What documents are needed for the tour?

Travelers should ensure their names on the reservation match their travel identification. They should have emergency contact and passport information updated. Visa requirements can vary, so it's advised to check with your local consulate.

I would like to book this tour (Introduction to Ireland) and will be traveling with my sister. We can share a room but would need two beds. Is this available or would we need to have 2 rooms?

You will be able to share a room with your sister. We can update your booking that you would like to have two beds in your rooms.

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Introduction to Ireland

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Operator: Globus
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 46
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Dublin
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner at your hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel (Hilton Dublin Kilmainham), Hotel (The Gibson)
Included Activities
- Afternoon orientation drive through Dublin including O'Connell Street, Georgian squares, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Trinity College
Landmarks
O'Connell Street
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Trinity College
Day 2
Dublin to Ennis
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Temple Gate Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit to Irish National Stud at Kildare
- Visit to Rock of Cashel
- Orientation sightseeing drive in Limerick including St. Mary's Cathedral, King John's Castle, and Treaty Stone
Landmarks
Irish National Stud
Rock of Cashel
St. Mary's Cathedral
King John's Castle
Day 3
Cliffs of Moher - The Burren - Galway
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Temple Gate Hotel)
Included Activities
- Drive and viewing of Cliffs of Moher
- Scenic route across The Burren limestone plateau
- Visit to Galway
- Home-made scones experience at Rathbaun Farm with coffee, preserves, and whipped cream
Landmarks
Cliffs of Moher
The Burren
Galway
Rathbaun Farm
Day 4
Ennis - Ring of Kerry - Killarney
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Killarney Towers Hotel)
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing of Shannon estuary
- Drive the Ring of Kerry
Optional Activities
- Irish coffee in a local bar
Landmarks
Ring of Kerry
Clonderlaw Bay
Killimer
Day 5
Killarney - Blarney - Waterford
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel (Granville Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Blarney Castle and the Kissing Stone
- House of Waterford Crystal tour featuring molding room, glass-blowing, cutting, and engraving departments
- Walking tour of the Viking Triangle with local guide
Optional Activities
- Shopping for traditional Irish handicrafts at Blarney
Landmarks
Blarney Castle
House of Waterford Crystal
Viking Triangle
Day 6
Waterford to Dublin
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hilton Dublin Kilmainham), Hotel (The Gibson)
Included Activities
- Exploration of Kilkenny
- Option to visit Kilkenny Castle
Landmarks
Kilkenny
Kilkenny Castle
Medieval Mile
Day 7
Dublin
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
O'Connell Street
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Trinity College

Landmarks
Irish National Stud
Rock of Cashel
St. Mary's Cathedral
King John's Castle

Landmarks
Cliffs of Moher
The Burren
Galway
Rathbaun Farm

Landmarks
Ring of Kerry
Clonderlaw Bay
Killimer

Landmarks
Blarney Castle
House of Waterford Crystal
Viking Triangle

Landmarks
Kilkenny
Kilkenny Castle
Medieval Mile

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Where You'll Stay

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Hilton Dublin Kilmainham
Hotel
Days 1, 6
The Gibson
Hotel
Days 1, 6
Temple Gate Hotel
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Killarney Towers Hotel
Hotel
day 4
Granville Hotel
Hotel
day 5

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Age Range

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5.0

Overall rating based on 524 Reviews

Itinerary
4.8
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4.9
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.6
Food
4.5
Tour Operator
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Norman
August 1st, 2024
5
Tour was professional, informative and fun!
Traveled in June 2024
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James
June 16th, 2024
4
I could not say enough goid things about Janette. She was well organized, kept us all awsre of what we could expect,...
I could not say enough goid things about Janette. She was well organized, kept us all awsre of what we could expect, extremely knowledgeable, and well informed of yhe history of thevplaces that we went to. The only complsint was one of the side events that we went to was very hard for my wife to climb and we were not made aware of that ahead of time when it was too late to do anything about it. Also the schedule was a bit hectic on older people and several of us were complaining to each other about being worn out about the fifth day. The bus driver was very good at driving but not very friendly at all.Show more
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Saundra
May 8th, 2024
5
Introduction to Ireland was a well rounded beautiful adventure. I enjoyed every single moment. Accomodations were...
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Joanne
May 3rd, 2023
5
Great tour with well thought out stops. Very organized.
Traveled in April 2023
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Shelley
April 29th, 2023
5
An excellent experience! Kathryn Dolan provided a simply wonderful introduction to Ireland! Our driver Tico did a...
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William
April 29th, 2023
5
Glad I chose to not drive ourselves around. One was able to just sit back and relax.
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Phillip
April 29th, 2023
5
Well organised wonderful guide a good safe driver very skilled
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marie
April 28th, 2023
5
The trip was better than expected.
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Anonymous
April 28th, 2023
5
Tour Director was Excellent with her knowledge of the places that we visited. Also the history of the country from...
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Jennifer
April 27th, 2023
5
This was an incredible trip, from start to finish. Professional, friendly, organized.
Traveled in April 2023
Review collected by Globus

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C
Crystal
Asked on February 19th, 2025
What is the address for meeting at the start of the tour? Also the hotel and address for our last night stay in Dublin?
Accommodation
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written February 2025
  Meeting point - Hilton Dublin Kilmainham. Conclusion hotel - The Gibson.
J
Jojo
Asked on December 30th, 2024
Can I book optional excursions in advance?
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written December 2024
  Yes, optional excursions can be pre-purchased between 90 and 4 days prior to the departure if they are available for your tour.
A
Albert
Asked on November 21st, 2024
Do the tours provide airport transfers?
Flights / Transfers
- GlobusOperator•Written November 2024
  Yes, airport transfers are available at a rate of $45 per person per transfer.
R
Ruth
Asked on September 24th, 2024
What are the meals like on the tour?
Meals
- GlobusOperator•Written September 2024
  This tour accommodates vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meal requests. However, it's suggested to discuss your dietary needs with hotel and restaurant staff upon arrival, as there's no guarantee that all special requests can be met.
V
Victoria
Asked on July 2nd, 2024
Does the tour include visits to specific sites?
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written July 2024
  Yes, the tour includes visits to key sites as per the itinerary, such as the Kissing Stone, but precise times at each location can vary.
R
Rudolf
Asked on April 16th, 2024
Are travelers required to complete any pre-tour screenings or acknowledgments?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- GlobusOperator•Written April 2024
  Yes, travelers are required to complete a Guest Acknowledgement process and may need to undergo additional COVID-19 screenings before departure.
G
Gloria
Asked on March 31st, 2024
Does this tour end in Dublin?
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written April 2024
  This tour will end in Dublin after breakfast on the last day.
T
Timothy
Asked on March 23rd, 2024
Are the hotel rooms per person or do we share a room?
Accommodation
- GlobusOperator•Written March 2024
  Being that you will be traveling as a single traveler, you will have a room to yourself. You will not have to share with any of the other guest.
- T
  Timothy
  Traveler•Written March 2024
  is there an extra charge for the single traveler accommodation?
- GlobusOperator•Written April 2024
  There is a Single Supplement fee $400 that will be added to the booking.
K
Katrin
Asked on February 5th, 2024
What documents are needed for the tour?
Visa
- GlobusOperator•Written February 2024
  Travelers should ensure their names on the reservation match their travel identification. They should have emergency contact and passport information updated. Visa requirements can vary, so it's advised to check with your local consulate.
J
Josh
Asked on February 3rd, 2024
I would like to book this tour (Introduction to Ireland) and will be traveling with my sister. We can share a room but would need two beds. Is this available or would we need to have 2 rooms?
Accommodation
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written February 2024
  You will be able to share a room with your sister. We can update your booking that you would like to have two beds in your rooms.
- J
  Josh
  Traveler•Written February 2024
  We went in to book this tour and the price has gone up significantly. We went ahead an booked anyway but I would like to request a discount as there was no indication that the cost would be $5990 for two instead of $2769/ea = $5538 total. It went up about $400 while we were waiting for you to get back to us and we would have booked last week if we had your response sooner.
- GlobusOperator•Written February 2024
  We do not have any space available on our May 5, 2024 departure. We do have space on our May 2, 2024 departure. The rate for this departure will be $2229 per person (total $4458).

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