Dublin
Arrive in Dublin. Trinity College, the Book of Kells, and an evening in Temple Bar.
Ireland delivers. The rolling green is real. The stone walls dividing fields that go on for miles are real. The pubs where someone actually knows everyone in the room and the fiddle comes out after ten are real. Twelve days around the island, from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher to the Ring of Kerry, at a pace that lets you absorb it rather than just check it off. This is the trip Frances took that produced the owl photo.
Tour Highlights
- Cliffs of Moher — the most dramatic coastline in Ireland
- Ring of Kerry
- The Dingle Peninsula
- Killarney National Park
- Dublin — Trinity College and the Book of Kells
- The Aran Islands
- Whiskey tasting at a traditional distillery
- Pub sessions with live traditional music
What to Expect
The West — Galway & Connemara
The wild west coast. Galway city and the lunar landscape of Connemara.
Cliffs of Moher & the Burren
The Cliffs of Moher at the hour when most tour buses have left. The Burren — limestone pavement with wildflowers in the cracks.
Dingle Peninsula
The most beautiful peninsula in Ireland, and the one that still speaks Irish as a first language in some villages.
Ring of Kerry & Killarney
The famous ring drive and the spectacular lakes of Killarney National Park.
Return to Dublin & Fly Home
Final morning at leisure before flying home.
What's Included
Included
- Roundtrip airfare from New Orleans
- 11 nights hotel throughout Ireland
- Professional tour director throughout
- All transportation within Ireland
- All admissions listed
- Traditional pub evening included
Not Included
- Meals (unless specified)
- Personal purchases
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this trip suitable for first-time visitors to Ireland?
It is an ideal first Ireland trip — comprehensive without being rushed.
What is the weather like in August in Ireland?
Mild and green, typically 60s–70s, with the possibility of rain any day. Pack layers and a light waterproof jacket.