Enchanting Ireland - Classic Group
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Let the luck of the Irish be with you on this guided tour celebrating Ireland’s nature and history. Dine inside Dublin’s Irish Emigration Museum, indulge your curiosities at Kylemore Abbey and stand atop the towering Cliffs of Moher. A MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience seaweed foraging walk reveals a landscape that has inspired artists and writers while visits to iconic Blarney Castle and Kilkenny Castle gets you up close and personal with Ireland’s history.
Duration 8 days
Destination Dublin
Company Insight Vacations
Availability From 03/05/2026 to 27/09/2026
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What's Included?
- Highlights
- 7 Breakfast (B)4 Dinner (D)Choose between two carefully selected activitiesBlarney: Your up close and personal encounter with the lush gardens of the Blarney Castle estate is brought to life on a guided tour with a senior gardener
- On your stroll enhanced by your expert’s insights, learn about the arboretum’s rare trees, mystical Druid rock formations and the Bog Garden boasting three 600-year-old yew trees
- Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone, the famous stone of eloquence, are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax
- Take your turn at giving it a peck knowing that the stone was sourced from 330-million-year-old limestone
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency
- We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door
- From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available)
- If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times
- If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport
- Killarney: Choose from a fine selection of local restaurants on your Dine-Around evening
- Dublin: Cross the River Liffey and venture to a local restaurant to toast your unforgettable travels over dinner
- Sláinte!Blarney: Your up close and personal encounter with the lush gardens of the Blarney Castle estate is brought to life on a guided tour with a senior gardener
- On your stroll enhanced by your expert’s insights, learn about the arboretum’s rare trees, mystical Druid rock formations and the Bog Garden boasting three 600-year-old yew trees
- Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone, the famous stone of eloquence, are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax
- Take your turn at giving it a peck knowing that the stone was sourced from 330-million-year-old limestone
- Kilkenny: Visit Kilkenny Castle to learn the history of this magnificent castle and that of the powerful Ormonde family that came to call it home for so many centuries
- Amble through the Picture Gallery, library, drawing room, nursery and bedrooms decorated in 1830s splendour as well as the rolling parkland formal terraced rose garden, woodlands and man-made lake
- Ring of Kerry: Meet John, a seaweed advocate and educator for a seaweed foraging walk at Atlantic Irish Seaweed
- Stroll along the shore learning about how they work to protect the fragile ecosystem of the wild Atlantic Irish coasts through their educational courses and passion for the local environment
- Irish Atlantic Seaweed's environmental policy is to respect, enjoy and protect the natural wonders that surround them, and promote the sustainable use of Ireland's fragile marine ecosystems
- Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water
- Dublin: Embark on an interactive discovery of the 70 million people who claim Irish ancestry at EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum
- Throughout 20 rooms divided per topic, learn about the Irish experience and the timeline of Ireland’s history told through the personal stories of emigrants
- The sights and insights range from learning a special Irish dance to reading the letters of past emigrants, to tracing your family name going back generations
- Dublin: See Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House with a Local ExpertStrokestown: This Palladian mansion of Strokestown Park House will inspire the mind of any curious traveller
- This time capsule reveals an atmosphere of grandeur from its original art collections to its gardens and woodlands where exotic plants and architectural gems delight garden-lovers
- Learn how this Georgian style house served as the family home to the Mahons, a well-known military family, from the 1600s until 1981
- Westport: Explore of the town of Westport in a remote area of Ireland full of rugged beauty
- Highlights of your walk may include Westport House - a heritage home museum celebrating 300 years of Irish heritage, a quaint stone bridge, Rockfleet Castle and Burrishoole Abbey tied to the 16th-century pirate queen Grace O’ Malley
- Connemara: With a striking Victorian Walled Garden and turreted church, Neo-Gothic Kylemore Abbey is a sight to behold
- Dig into the Abbey’s history, discovering how it was founded in 1920 for Benedictine Nuns who fled Belgium in World War I
- Cliffs of Moher: Towering cliffs and the dramatic sea, the Cliffs of Moher has inspired countless travellers
- Visit the Exhibition Centre and look out over the Wild Atlantic Way from these majestic cliffs that rise over 700 feet high
- Gain insights from your Travel Director into the cliffs’ geology, history and the species that find sanctuary in its nooks and crannies
- Shannon: Cross the Shannon Estuary by ferry, passing sites linked to smuggling and 19th-century emigration
- Ring of Kerry: Venture into a world of towering cliffs, lush lakelands, beaches, fields dotted with sheep, rocky coastline, remote villages and historical sites, as you journey the magical Ring of Kerry
- This 111-mile circular route is the best place to admire Ireland's scenic beauty and truly one of the most beautiful drives in the world
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom
- Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards
- Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches
- Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day
Availability
- From 03/05/2026 to 27/09/2026
Visit Dublin
Day 1
A modern multi-cultural city that embraces its past and exudes an enduring sense of fun, the 'Emerald Isle' has lured the most curious of travellers for centuries.
Your Local Expert reveals the best of the city on a guided tour past the Georgian Squares and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Delicious cuisine and history merge this evening over drinks and canapes at EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum where you’ll discover the stories of Irish emigrants who became scientists, politicians, poets, artists and even outlaws all over the world.
Day 2
The beauty of an Irish country house springs to life at Strokestown Park House and Gardens.
After soaking in its beauty, go from grand homes to history visiting the onsite Irish Famine Museum to delve into the stories of the 1840s famine with a Local Expert. Learn the history behind the Irish Potato Famine, the most catastrophic event in Ireland and one of the worst famines in history. View rare 19th-century photographs, witness accounts, sketches, newspapers and maps before continuing to Sligo. In the afternoon, consider an optional cruise on the River Shannon and admire the rolling countryside of the emerald isle.
Day 3
The seaside town of Westport on Ireland’s west coast will charm any traveller.
Your Local Expert leads you on a walk to learn about the town's heritage – from its settlement 5,000 years ago to today. Continue to indulge your curiosity at Kylemore Abbey, a treasure trove of picture-perfect scenery and the oldest of the Irish Benedictine Abbeys. You could enhance your day with an Optional Experience, a Galway walking tour featuring the Lynch Memorial Window, Church of St. Nicholas, Spanish Arch and Eyre Square, dedicated to the late U.S. President, John F. Kennedy. You’ll love hearing intriguing stories of this bustling medieval port.
Day 4
Embark on an up close and personal encounter with Ireland's nature at the towering Cliffs of Moher.
Perched at 214 m (702 ft), take in views of the Clare Coast and the pounding Atlantic. Gain insights into the cliffs’ geology and history before crossing the Shannon Estuary by ferry from Killimer to Tarbet. Head to Killarney where you’ll relive the highlights of the day over a Dine-Around evening of local cuisine. You also have your pick of Optional Experiences including a Celtic Steps performance or a Gaelic Roots show of song and dance.
Day 5
Famous for its 'forty shades of green', the Ring of Kerry showcases Ireland at its most elemental.
This iconic 179-kilometre loop traces the contours of the Iveragh Peninsula, offering one of Europe’s most celebrated coastal drives. Pass through landscapes sculpted by ancient glaciation, with views stretching to the Skellig Islands—UNESCO-listed for their early Christian monastery. Drink in the beauty of the coastal drive lined with beaches, colorful seaside villages and views of the Atlantic Ocean On an insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, meet John, a seaweed advocate and educator for a seaweed foraging walk. Embrace the landscape that has inspired poets, artists and writers.
Day 6
With Insight Choice choose to explore one of the icons of Ireland, Blarney Castle, the Witch's Kitchen and Wishing Steps gardens and, of course, the infamous stone – said to bestow the 'gift of the gab' upon whoever kisses it.
Or, don’t miss your chance to amble the 1,500-acre grounds including the raised board walk, surrounded by water loving plants and waterfalls. The Carnivorous Courtyard features plants that with colourful, fluid-filled leaves while the Fern Garden features trees brought from the other side of the world that are survivors of the Jurassic period.
Day 7
12th-century Kilkenny Castle is full of curiosities dating back to when it was the principal seat of the butlers, earls, marquesses and dukes of Ormond.
On your exploration of its vast parkland, learn how the castle was remodelled in the Victorian style and restored and updated several times before being formally taken over by the Irish State in 1969. Return to Dublin and finish your incredible tour with a memorable dinner at a traditional Irish pub.
Day 8
It’s time to close the chapter on an unforgettable tour of the Emerald Isle.
We bid our newfound friends and Travel Director a fond farewell.
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Departure dates and Pricing
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| Sun 31st May, 202601/06/2025 | Sun 7th June, 202608/06/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Sun 3rd May, 202604/05/2025 | Sun 10th May, 202611/05/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Sun 17th May, 202618/05/2025 | Sun 24th May, 202625/05/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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| Sun 14th June, 202615/06/2025 | Sun 21st June, 202622/06/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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| Sun 12th July, 202613/07/2025 | Sun 19th July, 202620/07/2025 | available | Per person from$5295* | Enquire » |
| Sun 26th July, 202627/07/2025 | Sun 2nd August, 202603/08/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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| Sun 9th August, 202610/08/2025 | Sun 16th August, 202617/08/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Sun 23rd August, 202624/08/2025 | Sun 30th August, 202631/08/2025 | available | Per person from$5295* | Enquire » |
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| Sun 6th September, 202607/09/2025 | Sun 13th September, 202614/09/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Sun 20th September, 202621/09/2025 | Sun 27th September, 202628/09/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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