The Heart Of Ireland
10 Days
Tour Description
This relaxed 10-day tour combines many lesser visited parts of Ireland with some of the must-see iconic locations. The delights of Dublin, Kilkenny, Waterford, Killarney, and Galway are combined with more remote and unique experiences. Hear from an expert about the ancient Gaelic sport of hurling and take the chance to hit a few “sliotars” yourself; take a boat ride over to the tiny island of Cape Clear where one of its 110 inhabitants will tell all about their life; make (and eat) your own scones and watch a sheep dog at work at a typical Irish farm; have lunch in an Irish pub; hear about the ancient art of whiskey distilling at a modern distillery at the cutting edge of 21st century sustainability; and visit one of the world’s premier horse studs. You’ll leave with your Irish Heart filled!
Traveller Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Waterford so you can plan your day your way.
Traveller Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Waterford so you can plan your day your way.
Priced From:
$ 4179pp *
Start Location: Dublin, Ireland
End Location: Dublin, Ireland
Major Destinations: Killarney National Park ,Irish National Stud,O’Connell Street, Dublin
Breakfast Meals Included:
9
Lunch Meals Included:
1
Dinner Meals Included:
4
Itinerary
Day
1
ARRIVE IN DUBLIN, IRELAND
Cead mile failte-a hundred-thousand welcomes!
Free time. At 6pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Day
2
DUBLIN
Ireland's Capital City
DUBLIN Take a morning orientation drive to see O'Connell Street, Georgian squares, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Trinity College. Free time this afternoon. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CITY SIGHTS "In Dublin's fair city where girls are so pretty," you'll also find great personality and charm. The charisma of Dubliners and the bounty of pubs here is matched only by the gorgeous Georgian Squares, 12th-century St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Trinity College.
Day
3
DUBLIN-FRESHFORD-KILKENNY-WATERFORD
Hit the Sliotar!
FRESHFORD [LF] Learn from an expert about hurling, one of Ireland's native Gaelic games.
KILKENNY Time to explore one of Ireland's most quaint towns. (B,D) 122 mi / 196 km
LOCAL FAVOURITE
CULTURE & TRADITION Hurling is a game of stick (caman') and ball (sliotar'), recognized as being the oldest and fastest field sport in the world, going back 3,000 years. Today it is played around the world but is an integral part of Irish life and culture. Hear all about it from an expert and take the opportunity to give it a go!
Day
4
WATERFORD-BLARNEY-ROSSCARBERY
Spend Your Day Your Way in Waterford
WATERFORD Explore Waterford on an included YourChoice Excursion.
TAKE YOUR PICK
Explore your way today with your choice of excursions:
WALK THE VIKING TRIANGLE Join a Waterford local on a guided walk through Ireland's oldest city. Enjoy two cathedrals, four national monuments, and eleven centuries of rogues and rascals along the way, delivered in a witty, entertaining style, by a master storytellers.
OR:
CRYSTAL CLEAR Waterford is synonymous with the luxury crystal manufacture that bares its name. At the House of Waterford Crystal you are guided through the mould room and the blowing, cutting and engraving departments to see how the highly skilled master craftsmen create majestic Waterford Crystal.
BLARNEY Visit the village known for its magical Kissing Stone.
ROSSCARBERY Free time. (B,D) 125 mi / 202 km
Day
5
ROSSCARBERY. EXCURSION TO CAPE CLEAR ISLAND
Island Life
BALTIMORE Visit the village whose heritage revolves around sailing and fishing.
CAPE CLEAR ISLAND [LF] Take a ferry to the remote island where a local islander describes life for the 110 residents on a walking tour (B) 57 mi / 91 km
LOCAL FAVOURITE
A FERRY GOOD DAY Cape Clear Island is just 3 miles long by 1 mile wide. Situated 8 miles off the coast of West Cork, it is the southernmost inhabited part of Ireland with its own distinct culture and history. An islander guide will talk about life on the island as you take a stroll from North to South Harbour. On the ferry journey to and from Cape Clear, watch for whales, leatherback turtles, dolphins, and even sharks. A truly memorable experience!
Day
6
ROSSCARBERY-KILLARNEY-LIMERICK
A Jaunting Good Time
RING OF KERRY Panoramic drive around part of Ireland's spectacular southwestern peninsula.
KILLARNEY Take a jaunting car ride through the national park, followed by free time. (B) 139 mi / 224 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS County Kerry is home to the exquisite natural beauty of a rugged and mountainous expanse in Killarney National Park. A horse-drawn jaunting car ride is a great way to experience this natural wonderland, including the 3,300-foot MacGillycuddy's Reeks, the highest mountain range in Ireland. Nestled at the foot of these mountains, the Lakes of Killarney's shores and woodlands share this magical place with waterfalls and dramatic skies above Ross Castle.
Day
7
LIMERICK-CLIFFS OF MOHER-RATHBAUN FARM-GALWAY-BIRR
Sheep and Scones
CLIFFS OF MOHER Visit the 668-foot-high cliffs above the Atlantic Ocean.
RATHBAUN FARM [LF] Try your hand at scone baking, learn about sheep herding, and enjoy coffee and scones at an Irish farm.
GALWAY Free time. (B,D) 165 mi / 266 km
LOCAL FAVOURITE
LOCAL TASTES Someone's in the kitchen in Rathbaun Farm, just outside of Galway. You can don an apron and whip up your own delicious home-made scones, served with fresh preserves and whipped cream. Learn about the long-time tradition of sheep farming in this beautiful Irish landscape.
Day
8
BIRR
Whiskey and Waters
AHASCRAGH Visit Ahascragh distillery.
SHANNONBRIDGE Enjoy lunch in a local pub.
BIRR Free time this afternoon. (B,L) 63 mi / 102 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
WHISKEY GALORE! Ahascragh Distillery a historic old mill building has been brought back to life by careful restoration to become Ireland's first zero emissions distillery, powered completely by renewable energy and cutting-edge technology. On your guided tour you'll hear all about their award-winning passion for sustainability, from the heat pump technology to sustainable packaging, heritage preservation and community engagement. And the whiskey's good too!
Day
9
BIRR-KILDARE-DUBLIN
The Winner's Circle
KILDARE Visit the world renowned Irish National Stud.
DUBLIN Free time this afternoon. (B) 98 mi / 157 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION The Irish National Stud is home to the long tradition of Ireland's love of horses. This horse breeding facility in County Kildare, considered the beating heart of Ireland's thoroughbred industry, continues to inspire all who visit. Hear about some of the world's most magnificent champion stallions that have made racing history since the turn of the 20th century.
Day
10
DUBLIN
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Dates & prices
Dates
Prices
Status
Departure Date :
2025-09-28
Return Date :
2025-10-07
Single :
5559 NZD
Triple :
4179 NZD
Twin :
4319 NZD
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Departure Date :
2025-09-14
Return Date :
2025-09-23
Single :
6239 NZD
Triple :
4859 NZD
Twin :
4999 NZD
Sold Out
Departure Date :
2025-08-31
Return Date :
2025-09-09
Single :
7009 NZD
Triple :
5629 NZD
Twin :
5769 NZD
Open
Departure Date :
2025-08-24
Return Date :
2025-09-02
Single :
6239 NZD
Triple :
4859 NZD
Twin :
4999 NZD
Sold Out
Departure Date :
2025-07-06
Return Date :
2025-07-15
Single :
7009 NZD
Triple :
5629 NZD
Twin :
5769 NZD
Sold Out
Departure Date :
2025-06-15
Return Date :
2025-06-24
Single :
6239 NZD
Triple :
4859 NZD
Twin :
4999 NZD
Sold Out
Departure Date :
2025-05-11
Return Date :
2025-05-20
Single :
6239 NZD
Triple :
4859 NZD
Twin :
4999 NZD
Sold Out
Departure Date :
2025-05-04
Return Date :
2025-05-13
Single :
6739 NZD
Triple :
5359 NZD
Twin :
5499 NZD
Sold Out