8 Day Irish Castle Fly & Drive 2018 Itinerary

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Self-Guided / Independent Tour
6 Dublin Area or County Meath

Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

What's this trip about?

    6 Dublin Area or County Meath

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range12 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe

Attractions

  • Belfast
  • Dublin

Trip includes

    • Round trip flights New York-Dublin, Dublin-New YorkOther departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
    • Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
    • 6 nights accommodations in your choice of First Class castle hotels
    • 7 day car rental: Mini Manual. Upgrade to other categories available
    • Car rental includes: Unlimited Mileage, Third Party Liability Insurance, Collision Damage Waiver (C.D.W.), local taxes (VAT)
    • Breakfast daily

Itinerary

Please note that the following is a suggested itinerary. While the sites listed below may be visited independently, the package does not cover any applicable entrance or tour fees.

DAY 1 - Depart for Ireland
Depart for Ireland

DAY 2 - Arrive in Dublin
Welcome to Ireland! Arrive in Dublin; pick up your reserved vehicle at the airport's Car Rental Facility and drive to your castle hotel. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel totally welcomed. Remainder of the day is at leisure to explore your new surroundings Drive Time: 45 min* Distance: 30 miles* Overnight: Dublin Area

DAY 3 - Drive to Dublin
Spend a full day at leisure in the castle area enjoying the old-world charm. Or, on to Dublin, Ireland's spirited capital city. Here, you'll see the city's contrasting architecture, from modern glass to grand neoclassical facades, along with lovely views of the River Lif...
DAY 4 - Drive to Belfast
Today, we suggest a drive into Northern Ireland to the energetic city of Belfast with its rich history, architecture and culture. The city rests at the mouth of the River Lagan and on the western shores of Belfast Lough; to the northwest, mountains rise to the Antrim Pla...
DAY 5 - Newgrange, Drive to Malahide Castle
Spend leisure time in the castle area, or, perhaps discover the mysterious burial mounds at Newgrange in County Meath, built along a bend of the River Boyne. This passage tomb, which some say was an ancient temple, was constructed over 5,000 years ago (3200 B.C.) making ...
DAY 6 - Wicklow Mountains National Park
Today perhaps enjoy a drive to Glendalough "The Valley of Two Lakes", home to an impressive 10th century Round Tower, one of the most important monastic sites in Ireland. This early Christian monastic settlement was founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century and from this d...
DAY 7 - Drive to Dublin
Return back to Dublin. The rich literary heritage of Dublin is always present in the Irish capital. As you stroll along the Grand Canal, see the statue of poet Patrick Kavanagh, and along Merrion Square is the childhood home of Oscar Wilde. Visit the Dublin Writers Museu...
DAY 8 - Depart Ireland
Farewell to Ireland. Drive to Dublin Airport and return your vehicle at the Car Rental Facility before the departure flight home Drive Time: 45 min* Distance: 30 miles* Meals: Breakfast *Please note that this is a suggested itinerary. Driving times and distances ...

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Price From $649
Price per day$81
Last Updated: 8/29/2018

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    • *Not Included:Car rental fees, optional car rental insurance and parking.

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Age Requirements
12 years and up
Additional Information
Additional Information: Drivers must be at least 25 years old to rent a vehicle. Additionally, drivers must be 28 years old in order to rent a Full Size (Car Categories FVMR and FVAR).
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