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Driftwood Ancient Ireland Tour

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Car Rental: Includes theft protection, unlimited mileage, taxes, airport charges, collision damage waiver (CDW) protection, and complimentary GPS for hassle-free navigation.
Accommodation: Choose from a selection of accommodations, including charming B&Bs, upscale hotels, and iconic castles, for every night of your stay.
Dining: Begin each day with a traditional full Irish breakfast, thoughtfully provided every morning.
Itinerary: Enjoy 24/7 access to your detailed trip itinerary for seamless planning and convenience.
Flexible Payment Plans: Contact our team to learn about customized and budget-friendly payment options.
Dedicated Travel Advisor: Benefit from personalized support by an experienced advisor, available to guide you and address your queries throughout your journey.
Explore Southern and Eastern Ireland on this 6-day tour tailored for American travelers. Visit historic castles, Viking settlements, and medieval cities like Cork and Kilkenny, while enjoying scenic landscapes and unique experiences like whiskey tasting and sheepdog demonstrations. Perfect for history buffs and foodies.
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$ 1647

Day 1

Start your journey from Dublin with a visit to Glendalough, explore Nicklau Mountains National Park, see a sheepdog demonstration in Hollywood village, and visit Rathgall ringfort before arriving in Kilkenny.

Highlights

  • Glendalough
  • Nicklau Mountains National Park
  • Hollywood village (Sheepdog demonstration)
  • Rathgall ringfort
  • Kilkenny

Day 2

Explore Kilkenny City, tour Kilkenny Castle (optional), visit Jerpoint Park, and tour the Dunbrody Famine Ship. End the day with a Viking Triangle tour in Waterford.

Highlights

  • Kilkenny City
  • Kilkenny Castle (Optional)
  • Jerpoint Park
  • Dunbrody Famine Ship
  • Waterford Viking Triangle tour (Optional)

Day 3

Visit Tintern Abbey and the Hook Head lighthouse. Explore Waterford’s Viking Triangle and Waterford Crystal.

Highlights

  • Tintern Abbey
  • Hook Head lighthouse
  • Waterford Viking Triangle
  • Waterford Crystal (Optional)

Day 4

Explore the Copper Coast, hike to Mahon Falls, have lunch in Dungarvan, and tour the Jameson Whiskey Distillery. End in Ballycotton village.

Highlights

  • Copper Coast
  • Mahon Falls
  • Dungarvan
  • Jameson Whiskey Distillery
  • Ballycotton

Day 5

Visit Cobh and the Queenstown Experience (optional), then explore Kinsale, Old Head of Kinsale, and Charles Fort.

Highlights

  • Cobh
  • Queenstown Experience (Optional)
  • Kinsale
  • Old Head of Kinsale
  • Charles Fort (Optional)

Day 6

Visit Waterford Castle and Waterford Crystal, and end with a tour of Leap Castle.

Highlights

  • Waterford Castle
  • Waterford Crystal
  • Leap Castle
  • Kilkenny and Wicklow Mountains
  • Kilkenny City and Castles
  •  Lighthouse Tour and Waterford City
  • Copper Coast and Whiskey Tour
  • Coastal Cobh and Quaint Kinsale
  • Blarney Stone and Rock of Cashel
  • Kilkenny | 2 nights
  • Waterford | 1 night
  • Kinsale | 1 night
  • Cork | 1 night

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