Christmas in Ireland - 4 Day Tour

MIx with the local characters that make this tour a truly brilliant insight into our beloved country, our people and our legends. Irish eyes shall smile as we greet you with the true beauty of the Emerald Isle.
You’ll visit the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher and kiss the magical Blarney Stone in County Cork and much much more!
From the Blarney Castle, one of the Ireland’s great visitor attractions to trendy, Cliffs of Moher and the Ring of Kerry tour included. 
Visit Cork, European city of Culture 2005. Kiss the nearby Blarney Stone. One of our most popular tours with loads of repeat customers. We continue to County Kerry, and the magical town of Dingle, where we spend Christmas Day and experience a real rural Irish Christmas surrounded by good company and laughter.

Itinerary

Day 1: Dublin – Rock of Dunamase – English Markets – Blarney Castle – Killarney

Pass By: Paddy’s Palace
Pick up 8:00am at Paddy’s Palace in Dublin.We then make our way to the midlands of Ireland

Stop At: Rock of Dunamase, Portlaoise, County Laois
We visit the beautiful Rock of Castle Dunamase, steeped in Irish legend in the Golden Vale, Ireland’s finest agricultural land with its rolling fields and pastures fresh.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney, County Cork
In the afternoon we are heading for the world renowned Blarney Castle. Here we spend plenty of time (2h) visiting the Castle, and kissing the Blarney Stone endowing us with the gift of eloquent speech (gift of the gab) for 7 years. Surrounded by beautiful and majestic gardens, we may also take the time to visit the Blarney Woolen mills, the world’s largest Irish shop
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Killarney

Day 2: Killarney – Ring of Kerry Highlights – Dingle Peninsula

Stop At: Killarney National Park, Killarney, County Kerry
“It’s Christmas Eve Babe!” Experience a Christmas Eve like no other, exploring Ireland’s Wild Atlantic coastlineToday we embark on the world famous Ring of Kerry. The day begins with a horse and cart ride through Killarney National Park (optional) or horseback ride through the park for the energetic and adventurous (optional). Next it’s off on our journey that combines emerald pastures and villages with jaw dropping views of cliffs, mountains and ancient pagan forts.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Ring of Kerry, County Kerry
Highlights include vistas of the Skellig rocks, and the beautiful town of Waterville once home of the legendary Charlie Chaplin. After lunch we find ourselves in the homeland of Daniel O’Connell, known as the father of the nation and the man who brought Catholic emancipation to Ireland in the early 1800s. Our afternoon is packed with many highlights including Moll’s Gap, Ladies View, Leprechaun Crossing, Killarney National Park, Lakes of Killarney, Torc Waterfall, Muckross House and much more.
Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
Tonight we stay in your very own Irish pub, the Randy Leprechaun on the Dingle Peninsula. Here we mix with the locals, and enjoy the characteristics of a genuine Irish small-village, away from the hustle and bustle. Pull up a stool by the fire or choose to dance the night away!
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Dingle Peninsula. “The Randy Leprechaun”

Day 3: CHRISTMAS DAY – Dingle Town – Slea Head – Christmas Swim – 5 Course Christmas Dinner

Stop At: The Randy Leprechaun
We wake up on Christmas morning as snow falls outside (fingers crossed!). You will then gather around for a hearty full Irish Christmas Breakfast to set you up for the day.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Slea Head Beach
We will then tour around beautiful Dingle Slea Head drive is considered by many photographic magazines as the most beautiful peninsula in the world, and was recently voted the number one area for dramatic shots. The road winds around through Gaelic speaking Corca Dhuibhne beginning at Ventry beach passing by the 4000 year old beehive huts and onwards to Dunquin with amazing views of the great Blasket Island and the Sleeping Giant. The peninsula has fabulous beaches in Coonenoole and Clogherhead where the film Far and Away was shot. And of course the Christmas Swim – Be ready to brace the waters as we work up an appetite for our Christmas Dinner
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: The Randy Leprechaun
We then return to the Inspiration Lodge for our Christmas Feast! This is a 5 course meal and maybe a nice glass (or two!)( Not included) of wine to help wash down all the delicious food.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Dingle Peninsula

Day 4: Adare – Cliffs of Moher – Doolin – The Burren – Wild Atlantic Way

Stop At: Galway Bay, Galway, County Galway, Western Ireland
We enjoy a coastal drive along the shores of Galway Bay. This dramatic road ensures we see amazing views of the Atlantic Ocean. This drive is part of the “Wild Atlantic Way” which is a driving route that follows the entire West Coast of Ireland.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Cliffs of Moher, Liscannor, County Clare
We arrive at the world famous Cliffs of Moher, one of the world’s great natural attractions where you can enjoy a relaxed walk, and breathtaking views. SAVE a whopping 9 euro entry fee! We are proud to be a tour company that includes the amazing Atlantic Edge Exhibition!Atlantic Edge is the exciting interpretive exhibition at the Cliffs of Moher and its award-winning new Visitor Experience. Housed in an innovative underground building a huge domed cave contains images, exhibits, displays and experiences that will delight young and old alike. We stop at the Cliffs for 1,5 h.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Doolin
We pass through the beautiful landscape of the Doolin region, with uninterrupted views of the Aran Islands and Doolin Harbour. We will take a stop in Doolin, with the time to enjoy lunch for those who are hungry. There is a traditional carvery lunch available for those who would like to enjoy local food (not included).
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Burren, County Clare
We make our way through the Burren – one of the famous landscapes of Ireland! It is famous for its Limestone Rock, as far as the eye can see, and reaching down to the sea shore. We will stop at the “Mini Cliffs” which are a great site to experience this area, and enjoy the coast. We then head off on our short journey through the midlands back to Dublin inspired by a wonderful 4 day experience around Southern Ireland.
Duration: 20 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.

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  MIx with the local characters that make this tour a truly brilliant insight into our beloved country, our people and our legends. Irish eyes shall smile as we greet you with the true beauty of the Emerald Isle.You'll visit the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher and kiss the magical Blarney Stone in County Cork and much much more!From the Blarney Castle, one of the Ireland's great visitor attractions to trendy, Cliffs of Moher and the Ring of Kerry tour included. Visit Cork, European city of Culture 2005. Kiss the nearby Blarney Stone. One of our most popular tours with loads of repeat customers. We continue to County Kerry, and the magical town of Dingle, where we spend Christmas Day and experience a real rural Irish Christmas surrounded by good company and laughter.