Ireland's Grand Tour

Day 1

Travel from your home area in the morning we head to the ferry to sail across the Irish Sea arriving in the Emerald Isle to start our grand tour. Staying in the beautiful Armagh City Hotel we arrive to a warm Irish welcome and 3 course meal.

Day 2

Beginning our day with the Titanic experience, the Walking Tour explores the history and provides an opportunity to walk in the footsteps of the men who built Titanic-the world's most famous ship. We depart and make our way north to the Giants Causeway, a landscape of dramatic cliffs and basalts columns, legend has it the causeway was formed by two great giants Finn from Ireland and Benandonner from Scotland. We take the audio tour which takes you on a loop walk of the causeway, we can alternatively take the bus straight down to the causeway, at the local Greyhouse racing course, Place your bets and enjoy our traditional pastime.

Day 3

We travel south to Glenveagh castle, a 19th Century castellated mansion built between 1867 and 1873. Surrounded by the famous Glenveagh Gardens, its construction in a remote mountain setting was inspired by the Victorian idyll of a romantic highland retreat, bus transfer and entrance to the Castle included. In the afternoon stop at Letterkenny for some free time to relax, Letterkenny is a busy town with lots of cafes for lunch and shopping.

Day 4

After breakfast we will have the Wild Atlantic Ocean by our side as we drive south towards Connemara, take in the breath-taking mountain views and spectacular lakes. Travelling through the scenic town of Letterfrack and passing by the Connemara National Park to Clifden for some leisure time and lunch before departing from Galway through the stunning village of Maam Cross, passing the 12 pins one of Coneemaras most recognisable mountain ranges. Arriving in Galway you have free time to explore the cobbled streets of Galway.

Day 5

Today we experience part of the Wild Atlantic Way while walking on the Cliffs of Moher. Walk along the coast of the Cliffs of Moher then onto O'Brien's tower taking in both viewing platforms before visiting the visitor centre to learn about the cliffs eco system and wildlife inhabitants. We depart the cliffs and make our way to Kilaloe, a picturesque small traditional town. Great food from the local restaurants and cafés makes this stop perfect for lunch. After lunch step on board 'The Spirit of Killaloe' boat, harboured in the idyllic setting on the shores of Lough Derg. Ireland's pleasure lake with its breath-taking views of counties Clare and Tipperary.

Day 6

This morning we will drive along the Irish countryside and coast of the Dingle Peninsula, The Slea head drive is the second most popular circular route in Ireland, taking in views of the Slea head, the Blasket islands, the Kerry Coast and many more stunning views. In the afternoon wander the streets of Dingle, a popular seaside town famous for its friendly locals, Fungie the dolphin and amazing home cooked foods, make sure to try the Local Seafood Chowder.

Day 7

Our journey home concludes with one last drive through Irelands amazing countryside as we make our way back to the Ferry for crossing home.