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Professional, friendly, expert Tour Guide, approved by Irish Tourism Board.

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Transport to all locations by air-conditioned coach Kayaking in Dingle Bay Rock of Cashel Lots of ’craic’ = fun! The Blarney Stone Hiking tours Entry Fees to the National Parks Cliffs of Moher Great breakfast each day All relevant taxes Please note that if any of the activities are not going ahead due to weather conditions or because you don`t want to participate, no refunds are given neither can activities be exchanged for other activities.

Accommodation

4 nights in our carefully selected accommodation. Perfect mixture of guesthouses, BnB’s and hotels. Always centrally located in the towns and villages we stay in and each room is en-suite. Kinsale: Blindgate House Dingle: Dingle Marina Lodge Doolin: Doolin Lodge

Transport

Our comfortable air-conditioned vehicles will take you off the beaten track on your Spectacular South and West Tour of Ireland. Mercedes Sprinter mini Coach

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Optional

Unfortunately our tour prices do not include Flights / Insurance / or Dublin Accommodation / Lunches / Dinners/ Accommodation in Dublin / and optional activities such as horse back riding or Jaunting It is also customary to tip the guide in Ireland and we have not included this in the price.

Insurance

Many credit card companies offer travel insurance to their clients. If your credit card company does not offer insurance, please follow the link below to book extensive insurance for your tour. This offers peace of mind for the duration of your holiday. https://www.travelinsurance.com/?utm_source=pap&a_aid=5d4c740e9839d

Meals

Breakfast is included as part of your tour although lunches and dinners are not included .

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Day 1 Day 1: Cork And Kiss The Blarney Stone
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Cork And Kiss The Blarney Stone

Is it a Chapel? Is it a Palace? Is it a Cathedral? The 1000 year old Rock of Cashel is all three and it’s an open-mouthed moment and an historic way to begin the tour. Then it’s off to Cork, known as the "Rebel county". The rebel spirit is still around today with Cork locals often claiming it to be the real capital, much to Dublin’s chagrin.

It’s off for a spot of kissing next and to the famous Blarney Stone. Legend has it that whoever kisses it, gets the gift of the gab; your bus buddies will be sure to tell you if it works!

The evening belongs to historic Kinsale, where you can wander through picturesque streets full of maritime history, silversmiths, galleries and antique shops. Next, we’ll head to the many award-winning fish restaurants. There’s also last orders to catch at The Spaniard or The Silent Banjo, which unlike the name suggests, is jumping with banjos and flutes and ‘jammers’ (packed) with locals.

Total driving time: 3 hours 30 minutes Excluding stops

MEETING POINT

The Ashling Hotel Dublin, 10 - 13 Parkgate St, Stoneybatter, Dublin 8, D08 P38N

Time: 08:00 am
Day 2 Day 2: Magical Kingdom Of Kerry And Castles
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Magical Kingdom Of Kerry And Castles

The full Irish (cooked breakfast) will set you up for a guided historical amble through the narrow streets of Kinsale before we take on parts of The Ring of Kerry. On the hunt for glacier shaped lakes, mystical waterfalls and red deer, we’ll gear up for a two hour cycle around Killarney National Park and ‘rubber neck’ as we stop to look at 18th century Muck Ross house and the Reeks in the distance. The evening belongs to Dingle. Why not try out the pub/brewery Dick Macs? It comes with a pub, a gang of lively locals and a very loquacious barman.

Total driving time: 2 hours, 40 minutes Excluding stops
Day 3 Day 3: Explore The Dingle Peninsula
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Explore The Dingle Peninsula

Spend the morning on the water with our local friends. Kayak and explore the nearby caves too. If you’d prefer to stand up and face the salty spray of the Atlantic, we’ll grab boards and chase the kingdom waves at Inch Strand, where Ryan’s daughter became smitten by Robert Mitchum.

Then it’s off to Slea Head Drive, on a journey through Irish-speaking villages, famous Hollywood film locations with close-up views of Skellig Michael and some Jedi spotting. Then it’s back for another night in Dingle.

Total Driving Time: 2 Hours Excluding stops
Day 4 Day 4: River Shannon And The Mighty Cliffs Of Moher
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: River Shannon And The Mighty Cliffs Of Moher

It’s bye, bye Dingle and north to cross the Shannon by ferry, but not before we take in the stunning views of Castlegregory.

The Cliffs of Moher are next; 14 km of dramatic coastline standing 300 metres above the churning Atlantic. We’ll take on a two and a half hour hike of the Cliffs, veering off the traditional tourist trails to find secret passages and fissures and unrivalled photo opportunities as the Atlantic roars from below. Voted a Unesco site, standing at the ledge, you’ll feel like you’re at the very edge of the world. As evening draws in, we’ll spend it in Doolin, The home of Irish music and between the music and the foot-tapping, you’ll be having a grand time!

Total driving time: 3 hours 20 minutes Excluding stops
Day 5 Day 5: More Castles And Bohemian Galway
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: More Castles And Bohemian Galway

It’s goodbye to dinky Doolin and off to bohemian Galway where we’ll feast like chieftains. To whet the appetite, we’ll go through The Burren, 125 square miles of limestone rock.

As it’s your last day, (boo hoo),we’re going to make it a memorable one with a guided tour of Galway’s medieval streets before we hit the foodie trail.

Duck in and out of brightly coloured shops, try on Claddagh Rings, Galway shawls and pass through The Spanish Arch to take in the famous Claddagh fishing village.

With the wild Atlantic giving her up her treasures daily, it’s time to dabble in treacle scones or Wild Atlantic salmon and fresh Clarinbridge Oysters, while the stout is settling. So not only will you leave with full bellies, you’ll be crammed full of stories about Galway’s colourful past.

Your guides will direct you back to Dublin, via GoBus (price included in tour) and will arm you with tips and recommendations, if you plan to stay on in the Capital.

But if you’ve developed a grá (love) for Galway, you can always get a later bus. As some barstool philosopher put it, ‘sure there isn’t a pub in Galway you wouldn’t want to spend time in’.

Estimated driving time 2 hours 30 minutes Excluding stops

DROP OFF LOCATION

Galway City - We will supply bus tickets to Dublin City (direct from Galway)

Galway Coach Station, Forster St., Galway, H91, Ireland

Time: between 2 and 4pm

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5-Day Spectacular South And West Small Group Tour Of Ireland

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Itinerary of your trip 5-Day Spectacular South And West Small Group Tour Of Ireland

Day 1: Cork And Kiss The Blarney Stone

Day 2: Magical Kingdom Of Kerry And Castles

Day 3: Explore The Dingle Peninsula

Day 4: River Shannon And The Mighty Cliffs Of Moher

Day 5: More Castles And Bohemian Galway

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