Dublin
Fly overnight and arrive in Dublin. Trinity College and the Book of Kells in the morning, the National Museum in the afternoon, and Temple Bar in the evening. A full day to get your bearings in one of Europe's most walkable capitals.
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. Eleven 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. Open to all travelers.
Tour Highlights
- Cliffs of Moher — the most dramatic coastline in Ireland
- Ring of Kerry — the famous drive around the Iveragh Peninsula
- The Dingle Peninsula — Ireland's most beautiful and most authentic
- Killarney National Park and the Lakes of Killarney
- Dublin — Trinity College, the Book of Kells, and Temple Bar
- Galway — the liveliest city on the west coast
- The Aran Islands and the Burren
- Traditional pub evening with live music included
- Whiskey tasting at a traditional distillery
Day by Day
The West — Galway & Connemara
Drive west to Galway, Ireland's most spirited city. The day after, into Connemara — the wild bogland and mountain country of the west, with the Twelve Bens rising above it all.
Cliffs of Moher & the Burren
The Cliffs of Moher — 700 feet above the Atlantic — at the hour when most tour buses have gone. The Burren, where wildflowers push up through limestone pavement in a landscape unlike anywhere else in Europe. Traditional pub evening with live music.
Dingle Peninsula
The most beautiful peninsula in Ireland. The Slea Head Drive wraps around the tip of the peninsula past ancient stone forts, beehive huts, and views out to the Blasket Islands. Irish is still spoken here as a first language in some villages.
Ring of Kerry & Killarney
The famous ring drive around the Iveragh Peninsula, with mountains dropping to the sea and views that don't get old. Two days in Killarney, with the national park and its lakes at your doorstep. Whiskey distillery visit and tasting.
Fly Home
Transfer to Dublin or Cork for the flight home, carrying the color of those fields with you.
What's Included
Included
- Roundtrip airfare from New Orleans
- 10 nights hotel throughout Ireland
- Professional tour director throughout
- All transportation within Ireland
- Trinity College & Book of Kells admission
- Cliffs of Moher admission
- Traditional pub evening with live music
- Whiskey distillery tour and tasting
- Daily breakfast
Not Included
- Lunches and dinners (unless specified)
- Personal purchases and souvenirs
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Optional excursions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same trip as the August Women Only Ireland departure?
Same itinerary, different departure — and open to everyone. The August departure (Aug 4–15) is exclusively for women through our 50+ Women on the Go program. This July 15–25 departure welcomes all travelers: couples, friends, solo travelers, mixed groups.
What is the weather like in Ireland in July?
July is Ireland's warmest month — typically 60s–70s, with long days (it stays light until 10pm). Rain is always possible any day of the year, so a light waterproof jacket is essential. Pack layers.
How much walking is involved?
Moderate. The Cliffs of Moher and Slea Head involve coastal walking on uneven terrain. The cities are walkable on flat ground. We pace the trip carefully — call us if you have specific concerns.
Is this good for first-time visitors to Ireland?
It is an ideal first Ireland trip — comprehensive without being rushed, covering the highlights of both the east and west coasts at a pace that lets you actually take it in.