Irish Extravagance

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On this luxury trip to Ireland, stay at top-rated properties and have your own car as you drive through picturesque lakes and villages, exciting cities and rugged coastline. Begin your adventure in County Laois, then drive to Killarney in County Kerry.  In Killarney, explore the historic and natural wonders of Killarney National Park, or drive the Ring of Ke...
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Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 9 days!

What's this trip about?

    On this luxury trip to Ireland, stay at top-rated properties and have your own car as you drive through picturesque lakes and villages, exciting cities and rugged coastline. Begin your adventure in County Laois, then drive to Killarney in County Kerry.  In Killarney, explore the historic and natural wonders of Killarney National Park, or drive the Ring of Kerry, a popular tourist route around the Iveragh Peninsula. Spend one night in the fairy tale town of Adare before heading to your last destination in County Wicklow. In the "Garden of Ireland," hike through stunning scenery, ancient monastic sites and beautiful coastline. 

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityDublin
End CityIreland

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Ireland

Attractions

  • Kilkenny

Activities

  • Historic sightseeing
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Independent

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
    • Manual car rental for the duration of your stay - upgrade to automatic available Pick up and drop off at Dublin Airport 1 night in Killenard at The Heritage
    • 2 nights in Killarney at the Muckross Park Hotel & Spa or The Europe Hotel & Resort
    • 1 night in Newmarket-on-Fergus at Dromoland Castle
    • 2 nights in County Wicklow at Druids Glen Resort or Powerscourt Hotel
    • Breakfast daily

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Dublin!

Welcome to Dublin! Upon arrival, pick up your rental car then head to your first accommodation in County Laois, located about one hour from the airport. Remember, in Ireland you'll be driving on the other side of the road! 

Day 2 Killenard - Killarney

Leave Killenard and drive approximately three hours to Killarney in County Kerry. On the way, you may want to stop in the medieval city of Kilkenny or see the Rock of Cashel, a spectacular 15th century castle atop a hill.

After settling in, peruse the shops along High St. Stop into a restaurant and try a local favorite known as boxty, a thick potato pancake.

Day 3 Killarney

Today, consider exploring Killarney National Park, the first national park in Ireland. From Muckross House to Torc Waterfall, there is so much to see and explore in this beautiful park.

You might also consider driving the Ring of Kerry, a 120-mile touri...

Day 4 Killarney - Adare

Say goodbye to Killarney today as you drive approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to the town of Adare in County Limerick. Considered one of Ireland's prettiest towns, Adare is sure to charm with its colorful row of thatched roof cottages. Stroll through the town and feel as if you've stepped into a fairy tale!

Day 5 Adare - County Wicklow

Head to your last destination in County Wicklow. Known as the "Garden of Ireland," this part of Ireland is beautifully rugged with mountains and dramatic valleys. Settle into your accommodation, then consider driving to Wicklow Mountains National Park. Park you...

Day 6 County Wicklow

Continue exploring County Wicklow and its cliffs, sandy beaches, rolling mountains, hidden lakes and bogs. Return to Wicklow Mountains National Park, the largest national park in Ireland, and drive its scenic winding roads or take a walk through the breathtakin...

Day 7 Depart Ireland

Your Ireland vacation ends today. At the appropriate time, drive approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to Dublin airport, drop off your rental car, and head to your departure gate.

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Last Updated: 0/3/2024

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