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Irish Explorer

7 days
Start and end in Dublin
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Irish Explorer - Expat Explore Travel
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 50
Age range 10 to 75
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Highlights

  • Explore the natural wonder of Giant's Causeway
  • Visit the capitals of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland; Dublin & Belfast
  • Experience Blarney Castle, the Ring of Kerry and the Cliffs of Moher
  • Visit Galway, Adare and Killarney

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Start of tour in Dublin
  2. Day 2 Dublin - Belfast - Giant's Causeway - Derry
  3. Day 3 Derry - Sligo - Galway
  4. Day 4 Galway - Cliffs of Moher - Killarney
  5. Day 5 Killarney: Free Day
  6. Day 6 Killarney - Blarney Castle - Kilkenny - Dublin
  7. Day 7 End of tour in Dublin
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Age Range

10 to 80 years old

Response time

10 hours

Response rate

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    4.6
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    4.7
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    4.8
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    · December 30th, 2024
    Fantastic fun tour. We enjoyed all of the historic stories and adventures. Very well organized and great accommodation sites. Looking forward to another trip.
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    Trip date: August 2023
  • A
    · December 27th, 2024
    Excellent Tour Guide! Highly entertaining and knowledgeable.
    Trip date: July 2024
  • SH
    · December 27th, 2024
    Luke was the perfect host. Funny, imformative, and made you feel like nothing was too much despite my swamping home with questions. Made my trip to be honest.Thankyou Luke
    Trip date: July 2024
  • A
    · December 19th, 2024
    Luke was amazing and did such an amazing job showing us the beautiful countryside of Ireland! We highly enjoyed him and the driver, they did such a great job!!
    Trip date: March 2022
  • A
    · December 17th, 2024
    Luke is true master of his craft! I have never met anyone whose passion for life and adventure can be so easily and seamlessly transferred to a group of people. He is warm, friendly and truly loves sharing what travel can offer with anyone who spends time with him. He's truly the best of the best and being on tour with him truly makes any trip even more special. Thanks for all you do Luke! I can't wait to be on the road with you again soon!
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    Trip date: July 2024
  • A
    · December 10th, 2024
    Luke was dynamite. Funny. Entertaining. Knowledgeable about the history of Ireland. He is a wonderful storyteller and I love stories. He went out of his way to see we had evening activities. Exceptional guide.
    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so happy to hear that Luke made your Ireland experience unforgettable. It's great to know he went the extra mile to ensure you had evening activities as well. We look forward to welcoming you back on another... Show more
    Trip date: August 2023
  • A
    · December 9th, 2024
    Loved it! Luke really was a great relaxed guide and very knowledgeable. Always had a story to share
    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for your great feedback! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your tour. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another life-enriching adventure soon!
    Trip date: May 2024
  • A
    · December 9th, 2024
    Luke is an excellent tour guide! This was by far the best tour experience I’ve ever been on, and I’ve had the pleasure of being on many great tours prior!
    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Luke made this your best tour experience yet! We'd love to be a part of your next adventure, so please consider choosing Expat Explore again!
    Trip date: April 2024
  • JF
    · December 1st, 2024
    Luke was outstanding! Very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about what he does!! He has a dynamic personality
    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear Luke made such a positive impact on your tour. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another life-enriching adventure soon!
    Trip date: September 2023
  • NM
    · November 24th, 2024
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    The trip was wubderful. Especially the guide, Luke, was excellent. Through him we had an enjoyable and memorable time. The route was also good.
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    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear you had a wonderful tour and that Luke made it memorable. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure soon!
    Trip date: August 2023

Dates & Availability

7 days
Irish Explorer
From Dublin to Dublin

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    • Are international flights included in the tour price?

      Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays.
      Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.

    • Are young children allowed?

      We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!

    • Can you cater for my dietary requirements?

      We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.

    • Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?

      While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.

    • How much spending money do I need for my holiday?

      This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.

    • Is travel insurance compulsory?

      It's your responsibility to arrange sufficient travel insurance for your trip. When you travel with Expat Explore, both you and your personal belongings do so at your own risk. A comprehensive insurance policy should cover medical expenses for illness or accidents before or during the holiday, as well as reimbursement for lost holiday funds due to cancellation, curtailment, or other insurable events. Make sure there are no exclusions that would limit coverage for the activities included in your tour.

      We generally recommend WorldNomads because they cover a wide variety of nationalities, but you are welcome to use any supplier that offers you the most comprehensive plan.

      You are able to obtain travel insurance through one of TourRadars partners, XCover. Please reach out to receive a quote.

    • Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?

      Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees.
      * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.

    • If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?

      While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.

    • How fit do I need to be to join and what is the average age range?

      We embrace travelers of all ages and backgrounds, prioritizing attitude and mindset over age restrictions. However, our tours are fast-paced and jam-packed with experiences. Regrettably, individuals with mobility limitations or those using wheelchairs may find this tour challenging. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring quaint towns and navigating cobblestone streets. We want every traveler to fully enjoy their journey, so we encourage reviewing the itinerary carefully before making your booking decision.

    • If I book a tour for two or more people, will we share the same room?

      When you book for more than one person, we will by default group you together in the same room(s), unless you request single supplements or specifically request us not to.

      If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender, unless you opt to add a single supplement (subject to availability) to your booking. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.

      If you are making separate bookings and would like to share the same room(s), please send us an email with the booking references for each of the travellers and the details of your preferred rooming allocation.

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    Tour ID: 63902

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      As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type G.

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    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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      • For any tour departing before April 20th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 20th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Expat Explore Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Expat Explore Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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      Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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