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Irish Elegance – Classic Group

8 Days

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Tour Description

Experience the Wild Atlantic Way and journey from Galway to Killarney on this once-in-a-lifetime tour of Ireland. Trace a landscape shaped by myth and geology—home to Europe’s longest defined coastal route and the staggering Cliffs of Moher, rising 214 m (702 ft) above sea level. Discover Galway’s vibrant streets, Killarney’s musical heritage and the storybook beauty of Kylemore Abbey, a neo-Gothic masterpiece built in 1868. From the quiet scholarship of Trinity College with its 9th-century Book of Kells, to the raw beauty of Connemara, this is Ireland at its most authentic and intriguing.

Priced From:

$ 6425pp *

From: 2026-04-05

To: 2026-09-27

Start Location: Dublin, Ireland

End Location: Dublin, Ireland

Trip Type: Country Roads

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

In Dublin’s Fair city
Day 1
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Clayton Burlington Road, Dublin
Start your exploration of Dublin with an orientation tour with a Local Expert that brings to life Dublin’s architectural treasures and history, stretching back more than 1,000 years. Travel along the River Liffey, see Custom House, Guinness Storehouse, Christchurch Cathedral and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Visit the 9th century Book of Kells and enjoy a walk through the cobbled courtyards of Trinity College. Back at your hotel, join your Travel Director for a warm and friendly dinner and the opportunity to mingle and get to know each other over a pleasant evening.
Cashel and Blarney, heading for Killarney
Day 2
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa
Depart Dublin, and pass the famous Curragh Racecourse and green meadows where many of the finest Irish racehorses are bred. Drive south and take a photo-stop to see the spectacular Rock of Cashel, crowned with medieval buildings that dominate the flat countryside for miles around. Then on to explore Blarney with Insight Choice. Choose to visit Blarney Castle and kiss the magical stone to ensure a lifetime of eloquence. Alternatively, meet a senior gardener for a tour of Blarney Gardens. Head to Killarney, where you may fancy a ‘pint of porter'. This town on the lakes is famous for its lively pubs so in the evening why not join in the ‘craic’?
Ring of Kerry Experience Relaxed Start
Day 3
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa
In the morning, marvel at spectacular mountain and sea views as you travel the road that winds around the beautiful Iveragh Peninsula, better known as the Ring of Kerry. Meet John for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you visit his family-run seaweed farm to learn about sustainable farming practices that protect the wild Irish Atlantic coasts.
The Cliffs of Moher and on to Galway
Day 4
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Connemara Coast, Galway
Cross the Shannon Estuary by ferry and enter County Clare. Stop at the Exhibition Centre and enjoy a walk along the Cliffs of Moher, raised approximately 214 m (702 ft) above the pounding Atlantic waves. Then travel north across the Burren, a suddenly stark and barren landscape, scarred with interesting limestone creases. Journey to Galway, the City of Tribes, and visit the last cathedral built in Ireland. Take in the scenery from your hotel which is spectacularly set on the Wild Atlantic Way.
Captivating Connemara Relaxed Start
Day 5
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Connemara Coast, Galway
Embark on a superb exploration of the Connemara National Park and see a wonderland of rivers, lakes and silent hills. Visit the magnificent, turreted Neo-Gothic Kylemore Abbey.
Exploring Historic Cong Relaxed Start
Day 6
Duration: 1
Accommodation: The Lodge at Ashford Castle, Cong
Set beside Lough Corrib and the border of County Mayo, Cong combines quiet charm with a storied past. Best known as the filming location for The Quiet Man, the village is also home to the 12th-century Cong Abbey, a former Augustinian monastery with intricate stone carvings and Ireland’s only surviving monastic fishing house. During your free time, walk woodland trails through the grounds of Ashford Estate, visit the Quiet Man Museum or browse local craft shops showcasing Irish woollens and pottery.
Across the Emerald Isle to Dublin Relaxed Start
Day 7
Duration: 1
Accommodation: Riu Plaza The Gresham, Dublin
After a Relaxed Start, travel east to Dublin, founded by the Vikings over 1,000 years ago at the mouth of the River Liffey. Your afternoon is free to explore the capital’s rich cultural scene—perhaps visit the National Gallery, home to works by Jack B. Yeats and Caravaggio, or stroll through St Stephen’s Green, laid out in 1880. Literary fans may opt for the James Joyce Centre, while Grafton Street offers a final chance for local finds.
Depart Dublin
Day 8
Duration: 1
Your journey comes to an end after breakfast. Departure transfers arrive at Dublin airport.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2026-04-05
End Date: 2026-04-12
twin
Child Price: 5735
Adult Price: 6425
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 7965
Start Date: 2026-04-19
End Date: 2026-04-26
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Child Price: 5735
Adult Price: 6425
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 7965
Start Date: 2026-04-26
End Date: 2026-05-03
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Child Price: 6160
Adult Price: 6850
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8700
Start Date: 2026-05-10
End Date: 2026-05-17
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Child Price: 6285
Adult Price: 6975
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8825
Start Date: 2026-05-17
End Date: 2026-05-24
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Child Price: 6285
Adult Price: 6975
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8825
Start Date: 2026-05-24
End Date: 2026-05-31
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Child Price: 6285
Adult Price: 6975
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8825
Start Date: 2026-05-31
End Date: 2026-06-07
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Child Price: 6305
Adult Price: 6995
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8845
Start Date: 2026-06-07
End Date: 2026-06-14
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Child Price: 6305
Adult Price: 6995
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8845
Start Date: 2026-06-14
End Date: 2026-06-21
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Child Price: 6305
Adult Price: 6995
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8845
Start Date: 2026-06-21
End Date: 2026-06-28
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Child Price: 6305
Adult Price: 6995
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8845
Start Date: 2026-06-28
End Date: 2026-07-05
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Child Price: 6335
Adult Price: 7025
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8875
Start Date: 2026-07-12
End Date: 2026-07-19
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Child Price: 6335
Adult Price: 7025
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8875
Start Date: 2026-07-19
End Date: 2026-07-26
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Child Price: 6335
Adult Price: 7025
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8875
Start Date: 2026-08-02
End Date: 2026-08-09
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Child Price: 6335
Adult Price: 7025
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8875
Start Date: 2026-08-16
End Date: 2026-08-23
twin
Child Price: 6335
Adult Price: 7025
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8875
Start Date: 2026-08-23
End Date: 2026-08-30
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Child Price: 6335
Adult Price: 7025
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8875
Start Date: 2026-08-30
End Date: 2026-09-06
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Child Price: 6335
Adult Price: 7025
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8875
Start Date: 2026-09-13
End Date: 2026-09-20
twin
Child Price: 6335
Adult Price: 7025
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8875
Start Date: 2026-09-20
End Date: 2026-09-27
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Child Price: 6335
Adult Price: 7025
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8875
Start Date: 2026-09-27
End Date: 2026-10-04
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Child Price: 6205
Adult Price: 6895
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Child Price:
Adult Price: 8705
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