Luxury in Ireland: 5-Star Resort Getaway

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Spend 4 nights in the "Garden of Ireland," a stunning rural region just outside lively Dublin! Get a taste of city life in Dublin, where the Guinness flows endlessly and the culture and history never cease to amaze! Stroll among the students at Trinity College, view ancient artifacts at the National Museum of Ireland, or simply enjoy the lively atmosphere of...

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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 7 days!

What's this trip about?

    Spend 4 nights in the "Garden of Ireland," a stunning rural region just outside lively Dublin! Get a taste of city life in Dublin, where the Guinness flows endlessly and the culture and history never cease to amaze! Stroll among the students at Trinity College, view ancient artifacts at the National Museum of Ireland, or simply enjoy the lively atmosphere of Temple Bar.  Take day trips with your rental car and explore Ireland's Ancient East. See the monastic ruins of Glendalough, Castletown House, Newgrange, and more! 

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Details

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

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Ireland

Attractions

  • Dublin
  • Stonehenge

Activities

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

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare into Dublin (DUB)
    • Manual, economy size rental car for duration - upgrade to automatic available
    • 4 nights in County Wicklow at the Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa, or similar
    • Breakfast Daily

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Dublin!

Arrive at Dublin International Airport and pick up your rental car. Drive to your hotel in County Wicklow admiring Ireland's natural beauty along the way. Once you arrive and settle into your room, explore the hotel's spectacular grounds.

Day 2 County Wicklow

Take the short drive to Dublin and explore the vibrant capital city! Begin at the campus of Trinity College, Ireland's oldest university. Or visit the iconic Christ Church Cathedral or Dublin Castle.

For an extra dose of history, pay a visit to the Nation...

Day 3 County Wicklow

Today, explore County Wicklow, called the "Garden of Ireland" for it cliffs, sandy beaches, rolling mountains, hidden lakes and bogs. Visit Wicklow Mountains National Park, the largest national park in Ireland, and drive its scenic winding roads or take a walk ...

Day 4 County Wicklow

Begin the day with a visit to Castletown House, a Georgian palace at the heart of Ireland's Ancient East. Tour the estate set among beautiful 18th-century parklands of Celbridge in County Kildare.  

Next, drive to Newgrange, a 5,200 year old passage tomb ...

Day 5 Depart Ireland

Take a last look at the beauty of County Wicklow before driving to Dublin airport for your flight home. Drop your rental car off then make your way to your departure gate. 

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Last Updated: 4/15/2024

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,Powerscourt Hotel The Powerscourt Hotel is located on the doorstep of Dublin City on the grounds of the 1,000 acre Powerscourt House and Gardens. County Wicklow, affectionately known as ‘The Garden of Ireland,’ is a favored spot for cyclists and hikers, offering many beautiful trails through the mountains. This elegant hotel brings together natural beauty and dignified accommodations offering guests an unforgettable experience. This Palladian estate is tucked back in the woodlands of County Wicklow and allows guests to take an enchanting stroll amidst the gentle green hills and sparkling lakes of Powerscourt Gardens, then head into Dublin for some cosmopolitan flair. Its luxurious 5-star amenities and services include 200 spacious guest rooms, a world-class spa, a 20-meter Swarovski crystal-lit pool and fitness center, 36-holes of championship golf, and three exceptional dining facilities, including Gordon Ramsay at Powerscourt, a signature restaurant from the world-renowned chef. Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort The 5-star Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort combines the feel of a large resort in the midst of 400 acres of breathtaking scenery and rolling countryside. Located 30 minutes from Dublin, Druids Glen is the perfect place to experience the "Garden of Ireland." Enjoy the modern comfort from each of the 160 guestrooms, complete with L'Occitane products, complimentary WiFi and more. Sip a delicious afternoon tea at the Sycamore Lounge and savor a meal at Hugo's Restaurant. The award-winning Bijou Spa at Druids Glen is a pampering haven of calm and tranquility, providing a comprehensive selection of treatments and a truly restorative experience. Guests can also enjoy additional dining and drinks at the 17th-century Woodstock House, located a few minutes walk from the property. For golfers, the resort features two championship courses that allow guests to enjoy playing over equally exhilarating landscapes. Once host to the Irish PGA Championship, Druids Heath is known as "nature's gift to golf" as it weaves its way around quarries, trees, lakes, and pot bunkers. Golfers can take advantage of breathtaking settings with views over the Irish Sea, on what was once the doorstep of the ancient Druids of Ireland.
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