Trip Overview…

Discover the best of Dublin and Galway on this independent rail journey.  Indulge in local cuisine and Guinness as you explore the vibrant city of Dublin. Included with your holiday are day tours of  Cliffs of Moher, a UNESCO World Heritage site, along with the Aran Islands and Connemara from Galway. Ireland’s tantalizing gems will leave you inspired.

Package Includes

Highlights

  • Taste authentic Irish cuisine on a food tour led by a local guide
  • Sample Guinness and explore Dublin on a hop-on, hop-off tour
  • Admire quaint villages and the famous coastline on a day trip to the Cliffs of Moher
  • Take a cruise under the Cliffs of Moher, stroll through south Connemara and explore Inis Oirr, the smallest of the three Aran Islands on a day trip

Rail & Hotel Included:

  • 4 nights total hotel stay with breakfast in Dublin
  • 3 nights hotel stay with breakfast in Galway
  • Rail travel in standard class throughout
  • Dublin Pass with hop-on, hop-off tour
  • Local food tour in Dublin
  • Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip from Galway
  • Cliffs cruise, Aran Islands and Connemara Day Tour

Tours & Inclusions:

  • Dublin Pass with hop-on, hop-off tour
  • Full Day Tour of The Ring of Kerry plus Killarney Lakes & National Park
  • Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Galway

At a glance

8 days
Departing Jun 23 – Dec 24
From AUD$
2199
pp

Your Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrive In Dublin

Dublin, Ireland city view by a bridge

Welcome to Ireland! Begin your adventures on the Emerald Isle in Dublin, the country’s capital. Check-in at your hotel for a three-night stay and set out to explore the city! Discover Dublin’s rich cultural heritage, lively ambience, and fascinating history as you stroll through the city streets to get your bearings.

Day 2 – Dublin

Spend the day exploring Dublin at your leisure with your Dublin Pass including a hop-on, hop-off tour and admission to many popular sights and attractions. Enjoy included entry into Guinness Storehouse, a seven-story experience featuring a lesson on how the world-famous drink is made and of course, plenty of samples. (Overnight in Dublin)

Day 3 – Dublin

Famous for its music scene, pubs and “craic”, Dublin embraces the local ingredients of the Emerald Isle in its cuisine. On your food tour today, your guide will take you to the hidden gems frequented by locals to dine on gourmet dishes including local seafood, and Irish stew, and enjoy the best of Irish dairy with creamy cheeses and delicious ice cream. (Overnight in Dublin) B L

Day 4 – Galway

Galway

Check out of your hotel after breakfast and make your way from Dublin to Galway today. Check-in at your hotel for a three-night stay and start exploring all this west coast harborside city has to offer. Stroll to the main square – 18th century Eyre Square – and find a traditional pub to enjoy some live Irish folk music and some local delicacies. (Overnight in Galway)

Day 5 – Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

Today will be spent admiring the amazing natural beauty of Ireland’s majestic, UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cliffs of Moher. Board a luxury coach with an expert local guide and make your way through tiny fishing villages, enjoy lunch at the famous Gus O’Connors pub, meander past Dunguaire Castle and marvel at the limestone landscapes of Burren before arriving at the colossal Cliffs. Stroll the trails at leisure before returning to Galway for another overnight stay. (Overnight in Galway)

Day 6 – Aran Islands & Connemara Day Trip

Today you’ll experience the Cliffs of Moher from the sea on a cliffs cruise, before setting sail for the Aran Islands famed for their charming cottages and wild landscapes. Your guide will also take you to one of Ireland’s six national parks, the magical Connemara National Park. Admire the blanket bogs and grasslands before returning to Galway for the night. (Overnight in Galway)

Day 7 – Galway to Dublin

Spend a little more time exploring Galway, if you like, before making your way back to Dublin. The trip east takes just two and a half hours, so you will have plenty of time to see any of the sights in the capital that are still on your ‘to-do’ list. (Overnight in Dublin) B

DAY 8 – YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN DUBLIN
After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and continue with your travels. If you wish to extend your holiday, perhaps with an additional day in a different city, contact our office and we would be happy to assist you with the details. B

MEAL GUIDE: B – BREAKFAST, BR – BRUNCH, L – LUNCH, AT – AFTERNOON TEA, D -DINNER

Disclaimer:
Prices are subject to availability, based on two people sharing a standard twin or double room and are subject to change. Single occupancy supplements will apply for solo travellers. Hotel and room facilities vary and may be subject to additional fees. Some hotels require payment of local city taxes on arrival. Please call for pricing. We accept all major credit and debit cards.
Price based on selected departure dates Nov & Dec 2023. 
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