When you envsion Ireland what do you see? Ireland can be summed up in many different ways, but its iconic for its very historic Cities, world-renowned Culture, and a wealth of Castles! Discover all this & more on the Irish Cities, Culture & Castles Tour! This 11-Day Private Chauffer Tour includes stays in a selection of 4* & 5* Properties, including the beautiful Ballynahinch Castle in Connemara, Co. Galway and Cashel Palace Hotel in Co. Tipperary - both members of Relais & Chateaux .
On this Private Irish Chauffeur Tour your first stop will be in Cashel, Co. Tipperary. Cashel has been proudly named as one of The 10 Coolest Places To Go In The Next 10 Years by Forbes - the region has a wealth of outdoor activities and foodie sites, and you will be spoilt for choice as you soak up the beautiful estate that is the Cashel Palace Hotel, a proud member of Relais & Chateaux as well as Ireland's Blue Book.
From here, continue south to the ... enroute you may wish to stop at Blarney Castle & Gardens, or Cork City Gaol. Visit the picturesque village of Kinsale, known as the 'Gourmet Capital of Ireland' so a walking food tour is never amiss! Or, you may like to visit nearby Charles Fort - As one of the largest military forts in the country, Charles Fort has been associated with some of the most momentous events in Irish history.including the Williamite War in 1690 and the Irish Civil War of 1922-23. Or take the ferry to Spike Island from nearby Cobh .. Spike Island was used as an Island prison, fortress, monastery and home, today visitors can meet captains and convicts and sinners and saints as you uncover 1300 years of Irish history.
The journey continues to Co. Kerry - you can choose to stay in the buzzing town of Killarney, or the beautiful town of Dingle! In Killarney enjoy a jaunting cart ride and see a sheep herding demonstration on the Ring of Kerry! While in Dingle, there are so many touring options - perhaps tour the peninsula and drive via Conor Pass. You might like to see the Famine Cottages, or visit Gallarus Oratory ... or make pottery first-hand on a visit to Louis Mulcahy Pottery!
Continue north along Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way where you will stop off the Cliffs of Moher. Then continue via the Burren region and into Co. Galway to the stunning region of Connemara, where you will enjoy a 3-night stay. The next day you can visit some nearby sites such as Kylemore Abbey & Gardens, the Killary Fjord, or Dan O'Hara's Homestead. You will have time to visit the one of these sites the next day, as well as enjoying some of the facilities of your beautiful accommodation, Ballynahinch Castle.
Departing Ballynahinch Castle, travel via Galway City to Dublin City ... enjoy some time in Galway City today where you might like to shop along Quay Street, visit St. Nicholas Cathedral, or see thee Claddagh by Galway Bay.
The last stop on your tour is the capital city ... Dublin City is the perfect mix of old world history and modern necessity. While here you may like to visit the GPO Museum which was important as the main stronghold of the Irish Volunteers in the 1916 Rising & is an excellent way to learn about the Easter Rising. Learn how to pour the perfect pint of Guinness as you visit the Guinness Storehouse,or enjoy a visit to EPIC: The Irish Emigration Museum.
LAND INCLUSIONS:
1 Nights Accommodation at the Cashel Palace Hotel*, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, 5* - Main House Deluxe Room
2 Nights’ Accommodation at the Montenotte Hotel, Cork City, 4* - Boutique Room
2 Nights’ Accommodation at Pax House, Dingle Co. Kerry, 4* - Comfy SeaView Room OR the Great Southern Hotel, Killarney, Co. Kerry, 4* - Superior Room
3 Nights’ Accommodation at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel, Connemara Co. Galway, 4* - Classic Room
2 Nights’ Accommodation at the Westbury Hotel, Dublin City, 5* - Classic Room-
Driver & Guide in Luxury Vehicle for 9 Full Days - picking up at Dublin Airport on Day 1 until dropping off in Dublin City on the evening of Day 9, inclusive of driver’s expenses, fuel, & tolls. Includes touring up to 8 hours daily.
Entrance tickets for the Rock of Cashel, Blarney Castle & Gardens, Jameson Midleton Distillery, Cobh Heritage Center, Jaunting Cart Ride in Killarney, Sheep Dog Herding Demonstration, Cilffs of Moher, Kylemore Abbey, Book of Kells at Trinity College or The GPO, and EPIC: The Irish Emigration Museum or Guinness Storehouse
Hotel Breakfast (B) daily except day of arrival
All local taxes
Added Value Inclusions:
Upgrade at hotels, subject to availability
Daily Full Irish breakfast
Early check-in / Late check-out, subject to availability and tour program timing
Complimentary Wi-Fi
2025 Price Per Person Sharing:
Low Season (January 1-March 31, 2025 & November 1-December 23,5 2025): $6,225.00 USD [Single Supplement: $1,400.00 USD]
Mid Season (April 1-30,2025 & October 10, 2025): $6,475.00 USD [Single Supplement: $1,850.00 USD]
High Season (May 1 - October 11, 2025): $7,150.00 USD [Single Supplement: $2,100.00 USD]
To Book, or for more information, contact Katie Daly's Ireland: CONTACT KATIE DALYS IRELAND