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Irish Legends - 10 Days/9 Nights

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• Introduction
• Day 1 Dublin Arrival | Malahide Castle
• Day 2 National Stud | Kilkenny Walk
• Day 3 House of Waterford Crystal | Dunbrody Famine Ship
• Day 4 Cobh Heritage Centre | Blarney Castle
• Day 5 Dingle Peninsula | South Pole Inn
• Day 6 Cliffs of Moher | Galway
• Day 7 Aran Islands | Dun Aengus
• Day 8 Clonmacnoise | Sean's Bar
• Day 9 Independent Dublin Sightseeing
• Day 10 Tour Ends in Dublin

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• Overall Rating Excellent 4.4
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• A Jacqueline Powell Conway · 26th September 2023 CIE Tours provided an easy way to see some of Ireland without the hassle of driving and booking hotels. Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by CIE Tours
• A Jason Murray Beckett · 25th September 2023 Being my first trip to Ireland i was not sure where to go or how to get around. As soon as I walked out of customs i was greeted with a smile and everything was taken care of from then on until the very last day. It was made extra special by our guide,... Show more Trip date: August 2023 Review collected by CIE Tours
• A Loretta Colletti · 25th September 2023 Wonderful tour guide.Frankie was very knowledgeable regarding Irish history and the locales where we traveled. Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by CIE Tours
• A Joel Elliot Glassman · 22nd September 2023 Tour sites where good but to much walking. Food was ok but the food at the pubs where better. Trip date: August 2023 Review collected by CIE Tours
• A Pamela M Trebotich · 19th September 2023 The service was great, everything was handled well. The organization of the entire tour was awesome. Trip date: August 2023 Review collected by CIE Tours
• A James Markey · 19th September 2023 Great tour and guide (John) with a great i itinerary Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by CIE Tours
• A Karen Jeanette Mcconnell · 19th September 2023 Leslie was an amazing tour guide! Super knowledgeable about all things Ireland, and very personable. Trip date: August 2023 Review collected by CIE Tours
• A Mrs. Jennifer Mcmenamin · 19th September 2023 This was a great tour. No issues with tickets to attractions and knowledgeable driver and guide. Really enjoyed our vacation. We'd definitely book another trip with CIE. There was a lot packed in a week and everything seemed to run smoothly- luggage... Show more Trip date: August 2023 Review collected by CIE Tours
• A Marcella Jean Horbach · 18th September 2023 CiEs attention to detail was outstanding. Every aspect of the tour was handled flawlessly. Our driver, Peter, was so professional, pleasant, and informative. He was on point for the entire tour. Trip date: August 2023 Review collected by CIE Tours

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My husband and I just got back from the 8 day Irish Adventure tour. Our driver/guide, Paddy, was... read more

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Irish legends

I had never done a bus trip so this was a first, I can't say enough about how thrilled we were. We went to places I never would have thought about had we tried to see Ireland on our own. We stayed at great hotels centrally located. Our bus driver/tour guide Niall was absolutely the best. He was knowledgeable and quite funny. We started out on the tour with 40 strangers by the end of the tour everyone felt like friends and family. I would absolutely book again and defiantly ask for Niall to be our guide.

We traveled with CIE on a 12 day Irish Odyssey tour. Collum (sp?) was our tour guide and he was amazing. We saw everything we possibly could see! All of the guides we worked with on walking tours and visits we fabulous. The food was a little heavy for me but anytime I asked for a plain chicken breast I was able to get it. My only complain was that we didn't actually get to stay in Cabra Castle we stayed in one of the outbuilding. But that being said it was a very nice room!

We traveled from Dublin around the cost...first South to Cork then up toward Killarney, Dingle, County Clare....to Galway...Northern Ireland ... and back to Dublin. IT was an amazing 13 day tour. Our Irish guide Colm was professional, bright, kind and witty....everything you would expect from a fine Irish gentleman! The agenda was packed but well thought out and full of adventure and fun. The tour included breakfast every day which was great and one other meal, usually dinner. Plenty of good food.

This company is A+ as far as I am concerned. The price for our 14 day “Jewels of Ireland” trip was more than reasonable with everything that was provided. There were no hidden or additional fees. The price quoted is all that you pay. The hotels were all high end as stated in their literature. Even though we were part of a tour, the hotel service treated us like we were 5 star guests not a step child. Meals that were included in the tour and served by the hotels and/or restaurants were also of top quality. The meal portions were so large, my husband and I could have easily shared a meal and been content. Our tour bus was very clean and the driver/tour guide was top notch. Every day we were given our safety briefing. Seat belts are a must. Many of the country roads were extremely narrow for a bus but our driver, Peter, navigated them safely. Peter also acted as our tour guide. He seriously should have been a college professor in Irish history. Ireland has had several upheavals over time and Peter was able to give us both sides of the story without being biased.

Last year (2016) we took the CIE Clans and Castles tour of Scotland. This was an excellent tour. I base my evaluation on the following criteria: 20% scenery and activities, 20% accommodations, 20% Food and 40% Tour Director & Driver. Scenery and activities were great, accommodations and food except for the Balmacara Hotel were good, tour director and driver were excellent which really were the element that made the tour excellent. July 2017 we took another CIE Tour, Heart of Wales and England. This tour was no where near excellent. First the schedule is too aggressive. We spent 2 hours in Bath to see the Roman Baths and have lunch. We had no time to see the city. We arrived in Cardiff late afternoon with just enough time to change clothes for the banquet at Cardiff Castle. We had a brief tour of the castle before dinner. The dinner and live entertainment were excellent. But once again we had no time to see the city. The coach ride through Wales was very nice, the visit to the slate museum was interesting as was the train ride. However I would have preferred more time in Bath and Cardiff. Our stay at Stratford-Upon-Avon was just about right. A one hour stroll through Oxford is simply inadequate as is 4 hours in Windsor. I would suggest you revise the schedule and make it two days longer. Tour Director: Phillip Boots His personality disqualifies him for this kind of work as he is boorish, rude and condescending. He seems to think he is the master and we are the students. He thinks his jobs is to control us as if we were 12 year old children. He does not speak to coach passengers but lectures his passengers in a dramatic voice which reminds me of Carson on Downton Abbey. This method stifles any interaction between passengers and the director. On July 16th when coach air conditioning was not working he said “due to the many sarcastic remarks we will meet a fixer to look at the air conditioning”. After the air conditioning was fixed, Phil never apologized for the discomfort we experienced due to no air conditioning. He is a pompous windbag who does not merely comment on history and culture pertaining to areas of immediate interest. His lectures drone on endlessly on every conceivable topic. He gave multiple lectures on wind farms, British taxes, property values, politics of Brexit, trade and tariffs, drinking and driving, penalties for DUI, vehicle insurance cost, garbage pickup schemes based on rubbish bin color and recycling schemes. Due to this unpleasant experience with Mr. Boots I will think twice before booking another CIE tour.

My husband and I just returned yesterday from a CIE Tour of Ireland "Pubs and Folklore". We had an amazing time. Our group was around 20 people, we toured the South of Ireland starting in Dublin and making stops in the most gorgeous towns, Kilkenny, Killarney, Westport to name a few. Each day we had a short history lesson mixed in with some good Irish humour covering the history and stories of Ireland. Our excursions were interesting and all included. Hotels were well situated and very nice/clean, and had good amenities. Our driver and guide Denis O'Sullivan was exceptional ! Professional, knowledgeable, great humour and a skillful driver! I can't say enough good things about him. We had never experienced bus tours before and were pleasantly surprised at how quickly the group blended and interacted with each other. Our bus was new, clean, spacious, very comfortable, equipped with wifi, charging ports, and with huge windows. Also being in a bus in Ireland with an elevated view made observing the countryside easy. In a car you would miss the views due to the the high hedges and walls, not to mention the difficulty negotiating the roads and driving on the other side. Each night we could wander into almost any pub...and there are lots of pubs and hear live music playing. This was such a treat! The locals were very warm and inviting. We recommend arriving a few days early to get climatized. Also recommend more jeans and less shorts. The weather is similar to our spring in Ontario - you need a good raincoat. Bring Layers. As one locals said to me "there's no such thing as bad weather in Ireland, just bad clothing ". I will definitely recommend CIE to family and friends, and look forward to my next trip.

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Irish Legends (10 Day)

This 10-day journey around Ireland lets you explore its history at the Cobh Heritage Center plus a visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship. Walk Kilkenny's Medieval Mile and discover the monastic settlement of Clonmacnoise. Explore the pre-historic fortress of Dun Aengus and visit Sean's Bar, dating to 900AD. Your adventure takes you to Dublin, Waterford, Killarney, Dingle, Galway and the Aran Islands.

10 Days • fr. $2,995

Tour Highlights & Offers

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Tour Includes

• A welcome drink with your group at Malahide Castle during the first evening of the tour
• A visit to the Irish National Stud in Kildare
• Lunch in the Kilkenny Design Centre
• A walking tour with a local guide to see the gems along the Medieval Mile in Kilkenny
• A visit to the House of Waterford Crystal
• A walking tour of Waterford with a local guide
• A visit to the Dunbrody Famine Ship in New Ross
• A visit to the Cobh Heritage Centre, which traces the history of emigration over a number of centuries from Ireland to North America
• A visit to Blarney Castle
• A drive along the south shore of the Dingle Peninsula
• A stop at the South Pole Inn
• A drink, dinner and entertainment at Foley’s Bar and Restaurant
• A visit to the Cliffs of Moher
• A sheepdog demonstration
• A panoramic tour of Galway
• A visit to Inishmore, the largest of the three Aran Islands
• A visit to Dun Aengus, a huge pre-historic fortress
• A visit to Clonmacnoise, a monastic settlement founded in 545 AD
• A stop at Sean’s Bar for an Irish coffee in Athlone, which dates back to 900AD
• A Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour of Dublin and a visit to your choice of one of Dublin’s top attractions – Teeling Distillery, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, or GPO Museum
• Handling of one piece of luggage per person is included in the cost of all coach tours. Size should not exceed 30 x 20 x 10 inches and weight should be under 50 lbs. Luggage is carried at owner's risk throughout the tour unless insured.

Not Included

• Tips for personal services and to tour directors and drivers are not included in tour cost and left to your discretion.
• All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry, special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must be paid by the client.
• All rates exclude airfare unless expressly noted.

Meal Inclusions

• Full daily breakfasts (except Day 1)
• 2 lunches plus afternoon tea and scones

Hotel Details

• Dunboyne Castle Hotel, in Dunboyne, Ireland (1 night)
• Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny, Ireland (2 nights)
• Killarney Towers Hotel in Killarney, Ireland (2 nights)
• Salthill Hotel in Galway, Ireland (1 night)
• Radisson Blue Royal Hotel Dublin in Dublin, Ireland (2 nights)

Dublin Arrival | Malahide Castle Location Information Description

Dunboyne, Ireland

Your tour begins at 2:00 PM at Dunboyne Castle Hotel. (We strongly recommend you arrange an airport transfer when you book your tour.) Head out to visit Malahide Castle, first built in 1185 and filled with medieval artifacts.

Enjoy a welcome drink with your group before dinner in your hotel.

Dunboyne Castle Hotel

National Stud | Kilkenny Walk Location Information Description

Kilkenny, Ireland

Visit the home of equine royalty: the Irish National Stud in Kildare, the heart of Irish horse racing. Some of the world’s finest thoroughbreds live in these beautiful surroundings. Walk through the gardens before heading to Kilkenny.

In Kilkenny you’ll enjoy lunch in the Kilkenny Design Centre. Take a walking tour with a local guide to see the gems along the Medieval Mile, a stretch of city streets from cathedral to castle, with buildings dating back as far as the 13th century.

Dine independently and explore as you wish this evening.

Breakfast, Lunch

Newpark Hotel

House of Waterford Crystal | Dunbrody Famine Ship Location Information Description

Waterford, Ireland

Visit the House of Waterford Crystal, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner; see skilled artisans create crystal masterpieces on a factory tour.

Then join a local guide for a walking tour of Waterford; discover the history of this port city, the oldest in Ireland, and its many colorful characters. Take time to explore independently.

Location Information Description

Head to New Ross to visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship, a replica of a vessel that in the 1840s brought desperate emigrants fleeing famine to new lives in North America.

Breakfast, Dinner

Cobh Heritage Centre | Blarney Castle Location Information Description

Cobh, Ireland

Travel south to Cobh, the last port of call of the Titanic and where many places associated with the liner still exist. Visit the Cobh Heritage Centre, which traces the history of emigration over a number of centuries from Ireland to North America.

Blarney, Ireland

Head to Blarney Castle to kiss the famous stone or stroll through the spacious parklands to view Blarney House before traveling on to Killarney.

Killarney, Ireland

Overnight in Killarney.

Killarney Towers Hotel

Killarney | Dingle Peninsula Location Information Description

Dingle, Ireland

Discover the glorious Dingle Peninsula as you drive along the south shore to admire views of heathery mountains, sandy stretches of beach, and rocky headlands. Stop at the South Pole Inn to learn about Tom Crean, an early Irish explorer who braved the South Pole.

Browse around the town of Dingle and enjoy a drink, dinner and entertainment at Foley’s Bar and Restaurant before returning to Killarney.

Overnight in Killarney

Cliffs of Moher | Galway Location Information Description

The Cliffs of Moher, Ireland

Embark on a ferry ride across the River Shannon before driving to the Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above churning Atlantic swells. Walk along the top of the cliffs; on a clear day you can see great views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands.

Burren, Ireland

Immerse yourself in life at a traditional farm and watch a farmer demonstrate how his trained dogs herd sheep. Enjoy tea and homemade scones at the farm.

Galway, Ireland

Head to Galway for a panoramic city tour followed by dinner. Overnight in Galway.

Salthill Hotel

Aran Islands | Dun Aengus Location Information Description

Inishmore, Ireland

Set out on a ferry across Galway Bay for Inishmore, the largest of the three Aran Islands. The hardy islanders still speak the Irish language and maintain traditional fishing and farming methods.

Dun Aengus, Ireland

Head to Dun Aengus, a huge pre-historic fortress perched on sheer cliffs above the Atlantic. Visit Kilronan, the island’s main village, for a casual lunch, then take some time to explore before returning by ferry.

Overnight in Galway.

Clonmacnoise | Sean’s Bar Location Information Description

Clonmacnoise, Ireland

Visit Clonmacnoise, a monastic settlement founded in 545 AD and set on the banks of the River Shannon. Marvel at elaborate High Celtic crosses decorated with biblical scenes, and walk around the many church ruins and two round towers.

Athlone, Ireland

Head to nearby Athlone and stop at Sean’s Bar for an Irish coffee. This pub has a documented history going back to 900 AD – and is featured in the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest pub in Europe. During renovations in 1970, ancient walls and old coins dating back centuries were discovered.

Dublin, Ireland

In the evening, head to Dublin’s Abbey Tavern for an Irish dinner and lively show.

Radisson Blue Royal Hotel Dublin

Independent Dublin Sightseeing Location Information Description

Spend a day in Dublin independently on the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour and a visit to your choice of one of Dublin’s top attractions – Teeling Distillery, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, or GPO Museum.

Tour Ends in Dublin Location Information Description

Your tour ends after breakfast.

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• All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.

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Cancellation policy.

• 70 days or more prior to departure: Forfeiture of deposit
• 69 - 16 days prior to departure: 30% per person
• 15 - 8 days prior to departure: 50% per person
• 7 - 1 days prior to departure: 90% per person
• On day of departure: 100% per person
• All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
• The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

Terms and Conditions

• Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together.
• All prices are in US Dollars.
• A non-refundable land deposit of $250 per person is required for coach tours. Deposits are required within 5 days of making the reservation. Early booking discounts require higher deposits.
• The final payment must be made by credit card no later than 80 days prior to departure date. If payment is not received as scheduled, the reservation will automatically cancel and deposit payment become forfeit.
• Once confirmed any revision to land tours will incur a $50 handling fee per booking. If clients cancel from one tour and rebook on another tour or another date, a cancellation fee may apply. Revisions are not permitted within 14 days of departure or once documents have been issued.
• Documents will be shipped by U.P.S. ground service approximately 21 days prior to departure provided full payment has been received. If documents are required earlier, sufficient notice id required to arrange for early delivery by regular service. Late bookings will incur an express service delivery charge.

Experience Ireland the way the Irish do with CIE Tours

Explore bustling streets, rolling green hills, cottages, castles & coastlines in ireland.

Gerry Glavin knows the Irish countryside like the back of his hand. He can show you every sheep farm, cow farm and horse farm that dot the landscape.

Glavin loves to share a lighthearted limerick. “Some Guinness was spilt on the barroom floor, and the pub — it was shut for the night. Out of his hole, crept a wee brown mouse and he sat in the pale moonlight.”

He’s also a storyteller and he’ll regale listeners with a tale or two.

But most of all, Glavin provides the best tours of Ireland because it’s his home.

Travel company CIE Tours employs locals, like Glavin, to serve as its tour directors. With nearly a century of experience, CIE Tours knows well that to truly see a place, travelers must see it through the eyes of a local.

Dermot Honan is as Irish as they come, having been “born, bred and buttered in Ireland.”

“What sets CIE Tours apart? The people. The tour directors. The fact that we’ve grown up here — this is our country,” said Honan. “This is what we are showing you — a lived experience.”

Anyone can read a guidebook and give a tour, but there’s something magical about travelling with a local. Locals understand that the best gifts are experiences etched into the soul, not something wrapped in a small box.

That’s what travelers with CIE Tours get when stepping onto Irish soil. They are greeted with the warmest of welcomes as they take in the rolling green hills, charming cottages, captivating castles, and breathtaking coastlines.

Every corner of this captivating island invites exploration — from the bustling streets of Dublin to the serene beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way. As travelers journey through Ireland, they are immersed in a rich tapestry of culture, music and folklore.

The locals make visitors feel like old friends. Whether they’re sipping a pint of Guinness in a centuries-old pub or marveling at the mystical Cliffs of Moher, every moment in Ireland is a new chapter in a story waiting to be discovered.

Explore with peace of mind

Take a moment to imagine going on a trip in which everything has been carefully planned, so that all there is to do is enjoy every moment of the adventure.

This is what CIE Tours offers — a trusted travel companion handling all the nitty-gritty details while explorers focus on the journey. With over 90 years of experience, CIE Tours is the go-to company for discovering Ireland’s stunning landscapes, friendly vibe and deep history.

See history come to life

Ireland is a travel destination that has captured imaginations for centuries, where the past meets the present in a testament to the island’s allure.

With CIE Tours, travelers walk in the footsteps of legends at the Giant’s Causeway, explore medieval monasteries at Glendalough and Clonmacnoise, and discover the stories of revolutionaries at Kilmainham and Glasnevin.

But the adventure doesn’t end with Ireland. CIE Tours also offers European packages. Travelers can see Britain’s Stonehenge , Scotland’s castles , Italy’s masterpieces , or Iceland’s glaciers .

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A mythic journey through the Emerald Isle

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Tour start Dublin

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01 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

Cliffs of Moher

Marvel at the stunning views from these cliffs, rising 700 feet above the Atlantic.

Aran Islands Excursion

These rocky islands are renowned for the hardy islanders who maintain traditional fishing and farming methods.

Cobh Heritage Centre

Discover the stories behind the Great Famine and Irish emigration in the 18th and 19th centuries — and the fates of the Lusitania and the Titanic.

Clonmacnoise Monastic Site

Discover the intricate Celtic crosses at this ancient monastic site.

Sean’s Bar in Athlone – CIE Tours Exclusive

Grab a pint or two in the oldest pub in Europe, which may have served your ancestors 1,000 years ago, in a CIE Tours Exclusive.

Irish National Stud & Gardens

Visit the home of equine royalty to see some of the world's finest thoroughbreds.

Foley's Bar Dinner & Entertainment

Savor dinner with some traditional entertainment in this cozy, family-run pub on the Dingle Peninsula.

Dun Aengus Fort

This spectacular cliffside fort on the island of Inishmore is over 3,000 years old - and one of Europe’s most magnificent prehistoric structures.

Dunbrody Famine Ship

Explore a replica of the vessel used during the 1840s famine to transport emigrants to North America.

Irish Night at The Abbey Tavern

Visit Abbey Tavern pub for an authentic Irish experience filled with live music, hearty food, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Day 1 Dublin Arrival | Malahide Castle

Day 2 national stud | kilkenny walk, day 3 house of waterford crystal | dunbrody famine ship, day 4 cobh heritage centre | blarney castle, day 5 dingle peninsula | south pole inn, day 6 cliffs of moher | galway, day 7 aran islands | dun aengus, day 8 clonmacnoise | sean's bar, day 9 independent dublin sightseeing, day 10 tour ends in dublin, where you’ll stay.

Dunboyne Castle Hotel Dunboyne, Ireland

Luxury estate, nestled in 21 acres of lush green Meath countryside. The Georgian mansion which...

Newpark Hotel Kilkenny, Ireland

With a stunning outdoor infinity pool, a hot tub, and an Aveda spa, Newpark Hotel is 10 minutes’...

Killarney Towers Hotel Killarney, Ireland

The Killarney Towers Hotel is the perfect location from which to explore the excitement and...

Salthill Hotel Galway, Ireland

Overlooking the famous Salthill Promenade, Galway Bay and the Clare Hills, this elegant hotel...

Radisson Blu Royal Hotel - Dublin Dublin, Ireland

This stylish hotel is close to many popular attractions in Dublin. The modern hotel rooms ...

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What's included?

• Full daily breakfast and many meals*
• An evening of Irish entertainment  
• Transportation (Buses, shuttles & ferries)
• Welcome drinks with your group
• Free Wi-Fi on luxury coaches
• All entrance fees to attractions
• Comprehensive travel itinerary

*Breakfast is not included on Day 1

Our welcome gift to you

• A travel backpack
• Travel adapter
• Rain poncho
• Luggage strap and tags
• Documents wallet

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This was one of those trips that we will remember for a lifetime. Ireland is a treasure!

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Dunboyne Castle Hotel, Dunboyne

Luxury estate, nestled in 21 acres of lush green Meath countryside. The Georgian mansion which welcomes visitors today was originally built in 1764, on the same site as the original castle. Though it’s been extensively refurbished in the centuries since, it retains the charm of the era it was built in. A sweeping tree lined drive and manicured gardens offer a grand approach, while on the interior, pretty stucco plasterwork cornices decorate the halls and chandeliers glitter from ceiling.

Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa

• 24-hour Front Desk
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Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny

With a stunning outdoor infinity pool, a hot tub, and an Aveda spa, Newpark Hotel is 10 minutes’ walk from Kilkenny center. The house is set within 40 acres of parkland and beautiful gardens. The leisure club at the Newpark offers an indoor pool, a spacious sauna, and a steam room. Guests can exercise in the modern gym, and Escape Spa provides a range of relaxing Aveda treatments.

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Killarney Towers Hotel, Killarney

The Killarney Towers Hotel is the perfect location from which to explore the excitement and culture of Killarney Town. From its town centre location, guests can explore all that The Kingdom has to offer including boat trips to The Gap of Dunloe, exploring Muckross House & Gardens, playing a round of golf in some of the worlds most scenic golf courses, or venturing further afield along the famous Ring of Kerry and Wild Atlantic Way.

Killarney Towers Hotel

Salthill Hotel, Galway

Overlooking the famous Salthill Promenade, Galway Bay and the Clare Hills, this elegant hotel features a 100 feet swimming pool, a whirlpool, a full Irish breakfasts served each day, and a large gym. Just 0.6 miles from Galway city center, it is set in Galway’s beautiful countryside on the scenic route to Connemara National Park. Some rooms also enjoy beautiful sea views.

Salthill Hotel

Radisson Blu Royal Hotel - Dublin, Dublin

This stylish hotel is close to many popular attractions in Dublin. The modern hotel rooms boast excellent views of the city. Start your day with a satisfying Super Breakfast Buffet at the on-site V’nV Restaurant, and have drinks at one of 3 stylish bars.

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See what people are saying about this trip

Paul francis braudis, if i re-visit ireland, i'd definitely consider one of cie's other tours..

We booked Aer Lingus through CIE with our tour. Like most airlines today, they have lost interest in their customers - seats to close together and food not very appetizing. This will probably be our last flight with them.

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Great tour; best tour guide/driver, beautiful country.

My husband I booked the Irish Legends tour. A very delayed flight had us arriving in Dublin after the tour had already begun. We were pleasantly surprised to be greeted by a CIE rep (Conor) at baggage claim.. Conor was in phone contact with our tour guide (Collin) and walked us to a taxi and gave the driver instructions to where to meet up with our tour. Collin was waiting for us-- and off we went-- for the next 9 days we were on a tour with 15 other adults with Collin as our guide and driver. What an amazing experience. Collin was a wealth of knowledge - history, culture, current events, people, geoography- and clearly has great pride and love of his home. And what's not to love about Ireland-- the most incredible landscapes, great people, and beer. The decision to take a CIE tour was definitely the best choice-- Collin navigated the twisty, narrow country roads while we sat back and enjoyed the views (and comfort and WiFi) from our seats. At every stop, Collin had great suggestions of additional things to do, see, or eat. The hotels on the trip were all great choices-- and one in particular (The Dunloe) had the most amazing views and grounds to explore. The pace was just right.. it packed in lots of experiences without being too fast or too slow. And that Collin worked with the hotel staff to get us from the bus to our room and handled our luggage made relaxing even easier. Great tour, made amazing with the fantastic guide/driver Collin. Thank you CIE!

Overall the our was very good. The bus driver and city tour guides were extremely knowledgeable. The coach was comfortable and the pace was easy to keep up with. The food got kind of boring but understandable given the length of time available for meals out.

Brion Charles Kenzie

For the most part, all the hotels were very good. The last hotel North Star in Dublin was not as good as all the other hotels we stayed at. For the most part, the meals were excellent. The lunch at the Kilarney Design Ctr. was not very good.

Helen Sullivan Baniszewski

Great locations, wonderful guide and comfortable hotels and bus.

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Cliffs of Moher

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December 28, 2022.

"Our Irish Legends adventure with GoEuroTours was phenomenal! Exploring Malahide Castle and savoring tales of Dun Aengus made every moment feel like stepping into a storybook. Kudos to the team for weaving magic into our journey. - Jessica Miller"

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Day 1Dublin Arrival | Malahide Castle

Your tour departs at 2:00 PM from Dunboyne Castle Hotel. (We strongly recommend you arrange an airport transfer when you book your tour.) Start your vacation with a visit Malahide Castle, first built in 1185 and filled with medieval artifacts. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group before dinner at your hotel. (D)

Day 2National Stud | Kilkenny Walk

Visit the home of equine royalty: the Irish National Stud in Kildare, the heart of Irish horse racing. Some of the world's finest thoroughbreds live in these beautiful surroundings. Walk through the gardens before traveling on to Kilkenny, where you'll enjoy lunch in the Kilkenny Design Centre. Take a walking tour with a local guide to see the gems along the Medieval Mile, a stretch of city streets from cathedral to castle, with buildings dating back as far as the 13th century. Dine independently and explore as you wish this evening. (B, L)

Day 3House of Waterford Crystal | Dunbrody Famine Ship

Visit the House of Waterford Crystal, and see skilled artisans create crystal masterpieces on a factory tour. Then join a local guide for a walking tour of Waterford; discover the history of this port city, the oldest in Ireland, and its many colorful characters. Take time to explore independently. In New Ross, you'll visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship, a replica of a vessel that in the 1840s brought desperate emigrants fleeing famine to new lives in North America. (B, D)

Day 4Cobh Heritage Centre | Blarney Castle

Travel south to Cobh, the last port of call of the Titanic and where many places associated with the liner still exist. Visit the Cobh Heritage Centre, which traces the history of emigration over a number of centuries from Ireland to North America. At Blarney Castle, kiss the famous stone or stroll through the spacious parklands to view Blarney House before traveling to your hotel. (Please note: Some Tuesday departures will stay in Tralee instead of Killarney on Days 4 and 5.) (B, D)

Day 5Dingle Peninsula | South Pole Inn

Visit Moriarty's in the beautiful Gap of Dunloe. Then go to discover the glorious Dingle Peninsula as you drive along the south shore to admire views of heathery mountains, sandy stretches of beach, and rocky headlands. At the South Pole Inn, learn about Tom Crean, an early Irish explorer who braved the Antarctic. Browse around the town of Dingle and enjoy a drink, dinner and entertainment at Foley's Bar and Restaurant. (B, D)

Day 6Cliffs of Moher | Galway

Ferry across the River Shannon before driving to the Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above churning Atlantic swells. Walk along the top of the cliffs; on a clear day you can see great views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. Take in a sheepdog demonstration to see highly skilled dogs work with farmers to herd their flock. Savor homemade scones with tea before heading to Galway for a panoramic city tour. (B, D)

Day 7Aran Islands | Dun Aengus

Set out on a ferry across Galway Bay for Inishmore, the largest of the three Aran Islands. The hardy islanders still speak the Irish language and maintain traditional fishing and farming methods. Visit Dun Aengus, a huge pre-historic fortress perched on sheer cliffs above the Atlantic. Relax with a casual lunch in Kilronan, the island's main village, followed by free time for exploring before returning by ferry. (B, L)

Day 8Clonmacnoise | Sean's Bar

Visit Clonmacnoise, a monastic settlement founded in 545 AD and set on the banks of the River Shannon. Marvel at elaborate high Celtic crosses decorated with biblical scenes, and walk around the many church ruins and two round towers. In nearby Athlone, enjoy an Irish coffee at Sean's Bar. This pub has a documented history going back to 900 AD – and is featured in the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest pub in Europe. During renovations in 1970, ancient walls and old coins dating back centuries were discovered. In the evening, head to Dublin's Abbey Tavern for an Irish dinner and lively show. (B, D)

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9-day tour ends in Dublin after breakfast. (B)

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