Ireland Road Trip: East to West

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Departure Date

December 22, 2026

Overview

  • Begin in Dublin, discovering Trinity College, Georgian streets and the treasures of Ireland’s capital.
  • Journey west to Galway, gateway to Connemara’s shimmering lakes, stone walls and Gaelic traditions.
  • Travel through the Burren’s rocky beauty to the Cliffs of Moher before arriving in Kerry.
  • Circle the stunning Ring of Kerry and Dingle Peninsula, where Atlantic views meet ancient heritage.
  • Return to lively Dublin via Limerick for a final taste of Irish culture before departure.

 

Highlights

Trip Includes

  • 2 nights premium accommodation in Dublin
  • 2 nights moderate accommodation in Galway
  • 2 nights moderate accommodation in Kerry
  • 1 night premium accommodation in Limerick
  • 8-day vehicle rental with CDW, mileage, VAT, GPS system with one driver (F Category - Mazda 3 Automatic or similar)
  • Taxes and Service Charges
  • Full Irish breakfast daily, excluding Day 1

 

Trip Excludes

  • Travel insurance
  • International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
  • Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
  • Gratuities
  • Optional excursions
  • Entrance fees or tickets at recommended attractions
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Passport & Visa fees, if applicable

 

Arrive at Dublin Airport today, pick up your car rental and transfer to your hotel. Depending on the time of arrival enjoy a tour of the highlights of Dublin, which could include a visit to Trinity College to view the beautifully illuminated Book of Kells and the National Museum of Ireland (entry free of charge). Overnight: Dublin area

 

Dublin Arrival

 

Your Accommodation

Green Isle Hotel

Green Isle Hotel is conveniently located in Newlands Cross, just off the N7 Naas Road in Clondalkin. One of the top Dublin Hotels, the Green Isle is located just 5 minutes from the Red Cow Luas Depot, enabling visitors to easily navigate their way around Dublin. It is also just 20 minutes from Dublin Airport, making it the perfect stop before an early flight.

Green Isle Hotel

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Dublin today. You could visit St. Patrick's Cathedral, Ireland's largest church, where Jonatha Swift, author of "Gulliver's Travels" was once Dean. Stop off at the old markets area of the city, Smithfield. An audio-visual tour explains the process by which whisky is made and this is followed by a whisky tasting by all in the "Ball o' Malt Bar". A special tasting is organized to compare the most popular Irish whiskies with bourbon and scotch whisky. This afternoon depart Dublin for your next stop, County Galway. Overnight: Galway area

 

Dublin to Galway

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Your Accommodation

The Connacht Hotel

The Connacht Hotel is a popular Galway hotel, located on the main Dublin road as you enter Galway city centre. The hotel offers you extensive free parking, free WiFi and a regular bus route close by the hotel and taxi rank at the entrance with direct access to the city centre or alternatively Eyre Square is a 20 minute walk. Due to its prime location, The Connacht Hotel is your perfect accommodation choice when visiting Galway, for business and pleasure. Within close proximity to the city centre, tourist attractions, hospitals and Galway's largest corporate business parks and industrial estates.

The Connacht Hotel

Spend today exploring the country of the "Quiet Man" and "The Purple Taxi" - Connemara, an era full of contrast, Granite Mountain populated only by sheep with hundreds of lakes forming a fisherman's paradise. Its stone walls, small farms, thatched cottages in isolated splendour with its heather covered hills create an unforgettable scene for all its visitors. The route takes us from Galway to the lake dotted centre of Connemara at Maam Cross. The road continues through the Irish speaking low-lying part of Southern Connemara with countless beautiful lakes. Overnight: Galway area

 

Connemara

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Your Accommodation

The Connacht Hotel

The Connacht Hotel is a popular Galway hotel, located on the main Dublin road as you enter Galway city centre. The hotel offers you extensive free parking, free WiFi and a regular bus route close by the hotel and taxi rank at the entrance with direct access to the city centre or alternatively Eyre Square is a 20 minute walk. Due to its prime location, The Connacht Hotel is your perfect accommodation choice when visiting Galway, for business and pleasure. Within close proximity to the city centre, tourist attractions, hospitals and Galway's largest corporate business parks and industrial estates.

The Connacht Hotel

Depart for Kerry this morning, and travel through the heart of County Clare - the Burren Region. The Burren is geological paradise boasting over 2,000 plants and many rare flowers. Continue along coast of Clare to view the spectacular Cliffs of Mother (option) which form a 200m wall that plunges into the Atlantic Ocean, from which you can see the Galway Bay. Continue though the farming countryside of Limerick to Kerry. Overnight: Kerry area

 

Galway to Kerry

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Your Accommodation

Torc Hotel Killarney

Welcome to the Torc Hotel, Killarney. Different from most other 3 star hotels you've stayed in. Fully refurbished to a very high standard, their focus is on providing you with the comfort, luxury and best service they can. Comfortable bedrooms, fantastic food and pleasant staff are the 3 key ingredients that make great hotel breaks and at the Torc Hotel they offer them in abundance. 45 spacious en-suite guest rooms, all newly renovated, have been designed with your comfort and relaxation in mind.

Torc Hotel Killarney

A superb tour of the Iveragh Peninsula (170kms) taking its spectacular scenery - mountains, peat bogs, lakes and magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean as one travels along the coast road. Leaving Killarney you travel through Killorglin, famous for its Puck Fair, then to Glenbeigh where the cliff road affords panoramic views of the Dingle Peninsula and Dingle Bay. Continue to Cathersiveen, the birthplace of National Hero, Daniel O' Connel, drive through the peat bogs to the sea town of Waterville. Continue to Sneem Village, famous because of its brightly coloured houses. The road continues with superb views of the famous Lakes of Killarney. Overnight: Kerry area

 

Ring of Kerry

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Your Accommodation

Torc Hotel Killarney

Welcome to the Torc Hotel, Killarney. Different from most other 3 star hotels you've stayed in. Fully refurbished to a very high standard, their focus is on providing you with the comfort, luxury and best service they can. Comfortable bedrooms, fantastic food and pleasant staff are the 3 key ingredients that make great hotel breaks and at the Torc Hotel they offer them in abundance. 45 spacious en-suite guest rooms, all newly renovated, have been designed with your comfort and relaxation in mind.

Torc Hotel Killarney

Depart for a tour of the Dingle Peninsula, where movies such as "Ryan's Daughter" and "Far and Away" were filmed. The Peninsula has an extraordinary number of ring forts, high crosses and other ancient monuments. The area west of Dingle has the greatest concentration of ancient sites in Kerry. This area is also genuine Irish-speaking region. The landscape here is dramatic and there are striking views of the Blasket Islands from Slea Head. Overnight: Limerick area

 

Dingle Peninsula and Limerick

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Your Accommodation

The George Boutique Hotel

The George Boutique Hotel Limerick is located right in the city centre close to shopping, entertainment and the commercial district. A luxury hotel that will not disappoint, we boast an eclectic mix of contemporary style and comfort. Guests can experience the perfect match of cutting edge cosmopolitan boutique hotel style and an unparalleled standard of service in swish luxury hotel surroundings in the heart of Limerick City. The central location will ensure that you have the perfect base to explore vibrant city.

The George Boutique Hotel

Return to Dublin with a free afternoon to explore the city or to do your last minute shopping. Overnight: Dublin area

 

Limerick to Dublin

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Your Accommodation

Green Isle Hotel

Green Isle Hotel is conveniently located in Newlands Cross, just off the N7 Naas Road in Clondalkin. One of the top Dublin Hotels, the Green Isle is located just 5 minutes from the Red Cow Luas Depot, enabling visitors to easily navigate their way around Dublin. It is also just 20 minutes from Dublin Airport, making it the perfect stop before an early flight.

Green Isle Hotel

Travel to Dublin Airport for return flight home.

 

Dublin Departure

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Summary

Terms and Conditions

Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Hotels are not guaranteed and are subject to change until 3 weeks prior to departure. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Vehicle and program upgrades are available - please inquire. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.