14 Day Once in a Lifetime Journey

Arrive in Dublin anytime today. Give us your flight details and we will arrange your pick up. On arrival in Dublin Airport reclaim your baggage and enter the Arrivals Hall. Here, you will meet your Irish tour guide (who is also your driver).
Enjoy your short journey into Dublin in your luxury group vehicle that you will use until the end of your Irish adventure.

We will get you checked in to your luxurious 5* city accommodation.

Meet your friendly Irish guide and your adventure begins!
Enjoy a drink in the lobby and meet your fellow explorers.
It’s time to take an adventure through Dublin and learn all about our Capital city.

First stop: EPIC Museum, The Irish Emigration Museum is located in Dublin’s Docklands which covers the history of the Irish diaspora and emigration to other countries. It was designed by the London-based design firm Event Communications and was voted as “Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction” at the 2019 World Travel Awards.

No visit to Dublin is complete without a visit to the world-famous Guinness Storehouse. Indulge in the Premium Connoisseur Experience. This in-demand VIP tour includes a 90 min experience with a Beer Specialist featuring a tasting session with Guinness favourites and new experimental beers from the Guinness Open Gate Brewery.

A welcome dinner is organised for your convenience tonight. This is a great opportunity to meet other people in your small group. You can enjoy the hotel bar and facilities or venture into Temple Bar for some live music. Your friendly driver-guide will give you plenty of options for the best places to visit.

Wake up and enjoy a hearty Irish breakfast in Dublin, you will meet your tour guide in the lobby.
Enjoy the scenic journey to Belfast in Northern Ireland.
Here you get to enjoy one of the top tourist attractions in Ireland- The Titanic Experience. Uncover the myths and legends surrounding the world’s most infamous ship. Enjoy the Titanic centre and ship replicas. Titanic Belfast extends over nine interactive galleries, with multiple dimensions to the exhibition, drawing together special effects, dark rides, full-scale reconstructions and innovative interactive features. Explore the shipyard, travel to the depths of the ocean and uncover the true legend of Titanic, in the city where it all began.
Dining in the original drawing room The Titanic was created is up there on the unique experiences bucket list.
Complete your Titanic Experience with a visit to the world’s last remaining White Star vessel and RMS Titanic’s original tender ship – SS Nomadic! Walk the decks, explore the ship, and take a journey through over 100 years of authentic maritime and social history…
This is most definitely an unforgettable experience.

Enjoy your 5* hotel experience in Belfast. If you have the energy, your guide will suggest some great bars in the cathedral quarter. We can also organise a private ‘Black Taxi Tour of Belfast’ for you at your convenience. This is a great way to learn about the city- the troubles it has endured and the road towards peace.

Enjoy your Northern Irish Breakfast.
It is time for another cultural adventure!
We head along the North Coast. Game of Thrones and Star Wars have recently filmed here due to the spectacular scenery. This coastal route was rated the ‘World’s Best Region to Visit’ in 2018 by National Geographic.

You will visit one of the top tourist attractions on the Island of Ireland-UNESCO World Heritage Site- The Giant’s Causeway. Famed for its folklore and unbelievable rock formations, this popular destination attracts tourists from across the globe. Learn about the mythology of this wonderful place at the visitor centre. Then take a short hike along this amazing route and appreciate it in all its glory.

Mark Rodgers will be your expert guide today. He is the recognised specialist tour guide and storyteller (Seanachaí) on the famous Causeway Coastal Route and spending time in his company is an experience in it’s own right. He guides and tells stories with pride and a passion that simply connects you to the journey. His skills and stories have been refined and passed down through his family for generations.
The Giant’s Causeway is a Designated Area of Outstanding beauty. You will also get the chance to explore the historic and spectacular Dunluce castle and Carrick-A-Rede rope bridge. Listen to the wonderful stories behind these iconic landmarks.

Tonight you can relax or your driver guide can give you some great, personalised suggestions on dining out and where to hit on the local pub scene. We highly recommend checking out the vibrant cathedral quarter.

At the Ulster American Folk Park, Immerse yourself in the story of the brave emigrants who made the journey across the Atlantic to America hundreds of years ago.
You have now reached the Wild Atlantic Way , in the cultural home of Ireland- Donegal. Explore Donegal Castle, home of the O’Donnell Clan and gateway to the past.
Finish your evening off at one of the many themed bars at the resplendent 5* Lough Eske Castle. Enjoy your own time or mingle with guests and locals.
Lough Eske is an experience in itself, from the resplendent grounds to the themed bars, this place is uniquely wonderful.
Welcome to the Wild Atlantic Way.

Enjoy your 2-hour scenic journey to Donegal and the Wild Atlantic Way.
It is well worth the drive. You will now be checking into Lough Eske Castle, one of the most luxurious 5* experiences on offer in Ireland.
Enjoy the grounds and the castle itself this evening. Take advantage of the picturesque spa or spend time in one of the numerous bars on offer. Each bar has its own story.

On the way, we will stop off at the Ulster American Folk Park. With more than 30 exhibit buildings to explore, the museum tells the story of three centuries of Irish emigration.

Enjoy your first Irish Castle dinner.

Take time to enjoy your breakfast castle his morning.

We’re off to Glenveagh Castle and National Park. Take a guided tour of the castle and learn all about its colourful history. Outside, enjoy the expansive gardens and if you’re feeling energetic, take one of many sensational hikes! Keep an eye out for red deer grazing and Golden Eagles soaring overhead!

We highly recommend the 1km loop walk to the Lookout point over the castle and lake. It is quite steep but well worth the unforgettable views.

Have a delicious lunch at the castle cafe. 

Drive through the beautiful poison glen (The heavenly Glen in Irish!) and past Mount Errigal. There are some brilliant opportunities for amazing photos here. Take in the sights of Gaeltacht (Irish Speaking) Ireland.

Donegal Castle. This is an area steeped in Irish History and Culture. Learn all about our clans and kings and the battles that took place here.

 It’s time to retreat back to your own castle, Lough Eske. We can arrange for you a taxi to check out a local pub in the town after dinner or else relax in your luxurious comforts at Lough Eske.

Enjoy your breakfast-fit for royalty!

You take off to Sliabh Liag, the highest sea cliffs in Europe. Standing almost 3 times higher than the cliffs of Moher, these cliffs are spectacular.

Take the exhilarating boat trip beneath the cliffs. Spot our ocean wildlife and numerous caves – this is a truly unique experience. 

 Drive through Muckross Bay and marvel at the dramatic coastal scenery. Make sure to take a photo at the stunning Silver Strand beach. Relax and enjoy the views or take a leisurely walk along the water.

If time permits, learn about Killybegs, the largest fishing port in Ireland.

 You have time to check out some of the beautiful beaches in the area, including Silver Strand, and you’ll also spot actress Sarah Jessica Parker’s house- everyone wants a piece of Donegal! 

It’s off to the Rusty Mackerel for lunch, which is an Irish experience in itself. This is the most authentic Irish bar you will find. Enjoy the amazing food and stunning scenery and maybe even catch a traditional Irish session!

It’s back to Lough Eske for one final night in Donegal.

You will depart from Donegal Town and make your way to Sligo and visit the grave of world-renowned poet, W.B. Yeats. This area is a place of outstanding beauty. Yeats was inspired by the countryside and wrote many of his poems here. Take the short trip to Glencar Waterfall, an area of outstanding beauty. Here you have time to relax and explore the area and of course take some incredible pictures.

Lunch at the award-winning Yeats Tavern completes our Sligo adventure. 

Check in to your award-winning accommodation for the night, The Glenlo Abbey Hotel.

This is a 5* hotel like no other. 

Enjoy Ireland’s most unique dining experience. In the 1990s, two original carriages from the Orient Express were purchased and placed on the grounds of Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate.  Dating from 1927 these carriages served on the Paris to Istanbul to St. Petersburg route; one of the pair was used in the making of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express. Today serving as the Pullman Restaurant, the carriages offer a unique dining experience.

We will take the Corrib Princess Cruise, an absolute highlight of the tour, and a great way to explore the area.
The journey takes passengers along the majestic River Corrib and onto Lough Corrib along the famous Steamers Line, the original trade route along the lakes.
The Corrib Princess takes you past castles and various sites of both historical and cultural interest.

In the afternoon, you have some free time to enjoy the Abbey. Choose from a range of options.

Your afternoon/evening options include:

• Dining Experiences
• Walks and Hikes
• Golf
• Falconry
• Cinema
• Irish Pub and Traditional Irish music session.

Or relax in the beautiful spa on offer and enjoy the grounds on which this magnificent hotel was built.

Today you visit the famous Kylemore Abbey. This is truely majestic location and a must-see for Irish tourists. ‘Visit the Abbey with its beautifully restored period rooms and fascinating Visitor Experience and learn about its history of tragedy, romance, education, and spirituality. Explore the 6-acre Victorian Walled Garden with its delightfully restored garden buildings, formal flower, vegetable and herb gardens. Discover woodland and lakeshore walks that will take you on a beautiful journey through our 1,000-acre estate. The beautiful neo-Gothic Church is a short walk from the Abbey.’
Stop off at the Craft Village in Spiddal. Check out our wonderful local Irish artists.
Back to Galway city to enjoy a traditional Irish music session in one of our most popular pubs!

We’re off to the famous Cliffs of Moher! You simply cannot travel to Ireland without paying a visit to Ireland’s top tourist attraction, the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, situated in County Clare along the wild Atlantic Way. The Cliffs of Moher have majestically faced the Atlantic for over 350 million years and their beauty is incomparable – it is Ireland’s most visited tourist attraction and when you visit you will understand why.
Spend some time in the picturesque village of Doolin and explore at your own pace.

Stop off for a delicious lunch in Adare before heading on to your stunning accommodation at the breath-taking Killarney National Park.

Relax in your hotel or head out in the town this evening.

Enjoy your hearty Kerry full Irish breakfast!

Welcome to The Kingdom! An absolute firm favourite with our visitors.

Enjoy Killarney National Park at your own leisure. Your driver-guide has many activity options for you to choose from. 

You will be staying at a Luxury 5*  Hotel in Kerry. Another cultural delight combined with luxury. Take your time to explore all this castle has to offer.

The focal point for many visitors to Killarney, Muckross House & Gardens has been entertaining as a 19th-century mansion, containing all original pieces of furniture, artwork, trophies and many other furnishings from that period. The Park is currently managed jointly by the National Parks & Wildlife Services and the Trustees of Muckross House, Killarney.

Today we journey around the Ring of Kerry. This is an action-packed day! The Ring of Kerry (or Iveragh Peninsula to give it its correct name) is the Kerry tourist trail and part of the mystical & unspoilt region of Ireland that has attracted visitors for hundreds of years and is part of the Wild Atlantic Way.

We return to the hotel and you can choose to relax or head into Killarney to find an Irish pub in full swing!

The Ring of Kerry- famous for its rural villages and splendid rugged landscapes, it isn’t hard to see why it is a tourist favourite. 

Stop off at ‘Ladies View’, ranked as the most photographed place in Ireland by the Irish Times. This is the perfect place to take a picture.

Explore Ross Castle, a medieval wonder set in a glorious Irish backdrop. 

Get your daily quota of natural splendour at Torc waterfall.

Fall in love with Killarney National Park and Muckross House.

Appreciate some the most beautiful beaches in the world at Caherdaniel. 

Visit Cahersiveen for the breathtaking sights. 

One of the most special places on the Ring of Kerry is the Skellig Rocks. Take in the impressive sight as you learn about the history of the place.

This Kerry adventure has it all- culture, history and spectacular scenery.

Relax in your beautiful hotel tonight or head out in the town to share stories of your day!

Enjoy your last hearty Kerry full Irish breakfast!

Visit one of the most iconic sites in Ireland, The Rock of Cashel. Ancient kings, patron saints and unparalleled beauty – the Rock of Cashel brings together Ireland’s long legacy and trademark stunning scenery.
Arrive in Dublin and enjoy your luxurious 5* hotel.
We have organised a farewell dinner for you where you can gather round and share stories of your unforgettable Irish journey!
Head into the local town for a traditional Irish music session and a chat with the locals.

Today we leave for Dublin via The famous Rock of Cashel. The Rock of Cashel is one of Ireland’s most visited sites, and is a spectacular archaeological site. Ancient kings, patron saints and unparalleled beauty – the Rock of Cashel brings together Ireland’s long legacy and trademark stunning scenery. Silhouetted against the sky, rising above the lush green fields of the surrounding countryside, the Rock is home to over 1,000 years of history, right at the heart of Ireland’s Ancient East…
Leave for Dublin and check in to the your 5* luxurious city accommodation.

Explore TCD on the “Trinity Tour”, a student-led guided walking tour of Trinity College Dublin, that gives you an authentic and living experience of Ireland’s oldest University. Founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I. Trinity College Dublin is considered to be one of the world’s most beautiful university campuses. The guided tour gives an introduction to the book of Kells. The magnificent Book of Kells is the centrepiece of Trinity College’s Old Library & Long Room tour, a must-see for anyone visiting Dublin.. Walk in the footsteps of Oscar Wilde, Bram Stoker and Samuel Beckett , to name but a few!

This evening, you can choose to enjoy the hotel facilities or wander into Temple Bar for some traditional Irish music.

Have one last full Irish breakfast and Enjoy your last morning at your Dublin hotel.

Check out at 11am. Your driver guide will take you back into Dublin city or to the airport. We will have pre organised your drop-off in advance.

 Return home with stories of your wonderful adventures of mystical Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way! We hope you never forget your days with us and that a piece of Ireland goes with you.