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Take in the most acclaimed sights and scenic byways of the West and South of Ireland, including beautiful Connemara.

Meals

8 Breakfasts (B) and 3 Dinners (D)

Guide

One additional driver

Accommodation

Royal Marine Hotel The Galmont Hotel & Spa Great Southern Killarney Hotel Granville Hotel Clayton Hotel Burlington Road

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Insurance

Travel insurance not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

International and domestic flights not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Dún Laoghaire | Independent Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Dún Laoghaire | Independent Sightseeing

Pick up your Hertz rental car at the airport. Your hotel is in Dún Laoghaire, a charming seaside suburb of Dublin. Your day is free to explore Dublin with your included vouchers (or you may choose to use your vouchers on Day 8). Take a Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour, and see all the city’s highlights with the freedom to stop off as you please. You will have a voucher to admit you to one of Dublin’s top attractions: Choose from the Guinness Storehouse, a seven-story attraction telling the story of Dublin’s iconic beverage, complete with a pint at the Gravity Bar on the top floor; Teeling Distillery, the first new whiskey distillery to open in Dublin in 125 years; EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, telling the story of the people who left Ireland and how they shaped the world; or the GPO Museum, innovatively detailing the fascinating story of the 1916 Rising, the pivotal event that led to Ireland’s independence. Dine independently.
Day 2 Day 2: Galway
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Galway

Head to the vibrant, artistic city of Galway. Along the way, you might choose to stop at Sean’s Bar in Athlone. The oldest pub in Europe, Sean’s Bar has been quenching thirsts since 900 AD. Or you might stop at Clonmacnoise, fascinating monastic ruins on the River Shannon. Drive to Galway and discover this thriving city of medieval winding lanes and buzzing street life. Dine at your hotel this evening. (B, D)
Day 3 Day 3: Galway
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Galway

You might choose to take a drive to explore scenic Connemara to admire how constantly-changing cloud formations give granite hills, sparkling lakes and peat bogs an added dimension. Perhaps you’ll visit Kylemore Abbey, set beside a tranquil lake, and see its elegant rooms, the charming church, and the Victorian Walled Gardens. Return to Galway where the evening is free to explore the city. (B)
Day 4 Day 4: Killarney | Kate Kearney’S Cottage
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Killarney | Kate Kearney’S Cottage

Travel south around Galway Bay and through the stark beauty of the Burren, a distinctive limestone landscape. You might choose to visit the Cliffs of Moher, rising 700 feet above the pounding Atlantic surf. Head to Killarney, where you will end the day with a traditional Irish night at Kate Kearney’s Cottage. Enjoy a lively show of music and dance with dinner. (B, D)
Day 5 Day 5: Killarney
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Killarney

You might take Ireland’s most popular scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry. The stunning coastal and mountain landscapes will provide plenty of photo opportunities. Visit the colorful village of Kenmare, which might be a good place to stop for lunch. You may wish to stop in the Gap of Dunloe to visit Moriarty’s, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner. When you return to Killarney your evening is free to explore as you wish. (B)
Day 6 Day 6: Waterford
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Waterford

Drive through the mountains into rich farming country on the way to Blarney Castle. Climb the winding stairs to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence” or explore the tranquil gardens. Continue to Waterford, where you might choose to visit the House of Waterford, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner, and watch skilled artisans create sparkling masterpieces. Dine in your hotel in Waterford this evening. (B, D)
Day 7 Day 7: Dublin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Dublin

In the morning explore the historic port city of Waterford as you wish. On your way to Dublin, perhaps stop in Kilkenny, where you can stroll the Medieval Mile for a look at the fascinating architectural heritage of this small city. Travel on to Dublin for the night. (B)
Day 8 Day 8: Independent Sightseeing In Dublin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Independent Sightseeing In Dublin

Head out to sightsee in Dublin, with its historic O’Connell Street, Georgian buildings and squares, and St Stephen’s Green. If you didn’t use your Hop-On, Hop-Off and visit vouchers on day one, you may use them today. Or take a drive out of the city to see some of Dublin’s charming coastal villages and seaside suburbs, like Howth and Dalkey. Splendid ocean views, excellent seafood, and lovely streetscapes await you. Dine independently this evening. (B)
Day 9 Day 9: Tour Ends In Dublin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Tour Ends In Dublin

9-day tour ends after breakfast. Return your rental car at the airport. (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner>

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Irish Gold Self-Drive - 9 Days/8 Nights

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Itinerary of your trip Irish Gold Self-Drive - 9 Days/8 Nights

Day 1: Dún Laoghaire | Independent Sightseeing

Day 2: Galway

Day 3: Galway

Day 4: Killarney | Kate Kearney’S Cottage

Day 5: Killarney

Day 6: Waterford

Day 7: Dublin

Day 8: Independent Sightseeing In Dublin

Day 9: Tour Ends In Dublin

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