Dublin, Killarney, and Ring of Kerry

Welcome to Ireland! If you plan on arriving today, we recommend flying into DUB. The entire group will meet in the hotel lobby at 5:30 P.M. to depart for your welcome dinner.

Top o' the mornin' to ya! After breakfast, enjoy a guided walk through Dublin. As the capital city of Ireland, it has a rich heritage, lively nightlife, historic landmarks, and friendly locals. You will also have some free time during the day to eat lunch and explore on your own. Later in the afternoon, your group will visit the Guinness Storehouse for a tour and tasting. Please be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes today!

• Walking Tour of Dublin

  Your local Guide will meet you at the hotel and you will start with a 15-minute walk towards the city center. From there, you'll embark on a journey through cobbled streets and iconic neighborhoods, stopping at must-see locations like Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, The Millennium Bridge and River Liffey, and Trinity College. As home to centuries of literary legends and with a culture steeped in folklore, every corner of Dublin truly has a story to tell. You will be walking for approximately 3 hours (2.5 miles) on normal road surfaces with the exception of some cobblestone streets. Please remember to bring comfortable shoes and reusable water bottles, hat, sunscreen, and a raincoat.

  10:00· 180 min· Dublin
• Guinness Storehouse Visit

  After a break for lunch, your local Guide will lead you to the Guinness Storehouse for a self-guided tour to learn about the history of Ireland's famous beer. (*Depending on where your hotel is located, you will either walk or be transferred.*) At the end of the tour, you'll head to the Gravity Bar at the top of the Storehouse to enjoy a sweeping view of Dublin along with a perfectly poured, perfectly chilled pint of Guinness. Admission to the Storehouse and Gravity Bar is included with 1 pint of Guinness or 1 non-alcoholic drink.

  15:00· 90 min· Dublin

After breakfast, depart Dublin for the rolling green hills of the Irish countryside. On the way to Killarney, you'll visit the Rock of Cashel, a medieval castle that is one of Ireland's most spectacular sights, and also stop for lunch. After arriving in Killarney, you'll enjoy a whiskey tasting. Afterwards, the evening is at your leisure. Please remember to wear comfortable shoes and bring a reusable water bottle, hat, sunscreen, and/or a raincoat in case of unexpected weather.

• The Rock of Cashel Visit

  It was here approximately 1,500 years ago that St. Patrick (yes, that St. Patrick!) converted the King of Munster. Today, the castle known as the Rock of Cashel remains a beloved archaeological and tourist destination. Admission is included, and you'll have approximately 1 hour to explore the grounds on your own before continuing the journey to Killarney. At the designated time given by your tour leader, please meet back at the bus to continue your journey. Please remember to bring comfortable shoes and reusable water bottles, hat, sunscreen, and a raincoat.

  13:00· 120 min· Cashel
• Irish Whiskey Tasting

  In the afternoon, transfer 10 minutes from the hotel to enjoy an Irish Whiskey tour. During your tasting, you will learn about the distilling process and get to sample 4 different whiskeys along with paired cheeses -- you'll even get professional tips on exactly what makes the perfect whiskey/cheese combo!

  17:00· 90 min· Killarney
• Transfer · Dublin → Cashel

  After breakfast, take a private transfer to the town of Cashel. Stops for the restroom and snacks will be made along the way as needed.

  private · 120 min
• Transfer · Cashel → Killarney

  Take a private transfer to the countryside town of Killarney. Stops for the restroom and snacks will be made along the way as needed.

  private · 150 min

Following breakfast, you'll be transferred to the Atlantic coast to tour the Ring of Kerry -- a circular route on the Iveragh Peninsula that offers sweeping green fields, picturesque villages, medieval ruins, and fresh ocean air. You'll be traveling by private bus, so don't hesitate to ask your local Guide to stop as needed for snacks, photos, and bathroom breaks! After returning to Killarney, enjoy time for lunch and then spend the rest of the afternoon exploring on your own. Please remember to wear comfortable shoes today.

• Ring of Kerry Tour

  You will start with a 45-minute transfer, then begin your drive around the Ring of Kerry. Your local Guide is an expert on the region and will introduce you to their favorite viewing points and stops along the way. Please note that while there is not a lot of walking on this tour, we still recommend dressing comfortably for the ride.

  08:30· 480 min· Kerry
• Transfer · Killarney → Ring of Kerry

  Today, on a private transfer, you will drive around the Ring of Kerry. Restrooms will be available throughout the various stops that you will make along the way.

  private · 480 min

After a leisurely morning and breakfast, the group will head to Killarney Station to catch the train back to Dublin. Depending on the departure time, you'll either have lunch in Killarney, on board the train, or back in Dublin. Once in Dublin, you'll have more free time to explore the city on your own before enjoying a special farewell dinner together.

• Transfer · Killarney → Dublin

  Hop on a train and travel through the bright green heart of the emerald island back to Dublin. There are restrooms and a dining cart on board to purchase food and drinks.

  train · 195 min

It's time to say farewell for now! After breakfast, you will be free to embark on the next stage of your journey, wherever it may lead. If departing directly from the hotel, we recommend flying out of DUB.