Michele & Christopher's Irish Adventure

Christopher & Michele

Sunday 12th May – Sunday 19th May 2024

Number of Travellers: 2
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Day by Day

Day 1 - Sunday 12th May - Welcome to Dublin

Arriving in Ireland today, a private transfer will pick you up from the airport and whisk you into the city to your boutique hotel in the city centre. Head out in the afternoon to enjoy a walking tour with a local private guide through this vibrant capital city, with its mix of 1,000 years of architecture from the mediaeval to Georgian to modern. See the Georgian style Merrion Square, lush St. Stephen’s Green and Fitzwilliam Square, as well as O’Connell Street, the site of the ‘1916 Uprising’ that led to Ireland’s independence in 1922. Your guide is also a historian who will bring the city to life with colourful tales of life in the city in times gone by.

Overnight: Dublin | The Alex
Room Type: Classic King
Meals Included: None

Day 2 - Monday 13th May - To Dingle

This morning, pick up your rental car and it’s time to make your way to the south west of Ireland. En route we recommend a stop in Adare village, nestled in the lush countryside of County Limerick. With its timeless charm, thatched cottages and picturesque streets, its no wonder it was voted Ireland’s prettiest village. Enjoy a browse through the shops and some lunch before continuing on to Dingle. Your home for the next three nights dates back to 1969 when it was constructed as the first Gaeltacht (Irish speaking) Hotel. Settle in before heading out to one of the local pubs to find a traditional music session – there is always one to be had in Dingle!

Overnight: Dingle | Dingle Skellig Hotel
Room Type: Deluxe Balcony Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3 - Tuesday 14th May - Hiking Mount Brandon

Up for a challenge? Today you’ll meet an expert hiking guide and together you will make your way through the wildest part of Dingle, following a rough trail along the shoulder of Mount Brandon, a route often used by pilgrims to climb the holy mountain. According to legend, St Brendan had a vision of a “promised land” while seated at the mountain’s summit. He consequently set sail for his promised land and supposedly disembarked in 535 AD (900 years before Columbus) on American soil. Passing pre-historic Ogham stones and panoramic ocean views, the trail climbs over Mt Brandon’s saddle before descending into Brandon Bay and the teacup-sized Brandon Village. Back in town, we’ll recommend some of the best restaurants for dinner tonight.

Overnight: Dingle | Dingle Skellig Hotel
Room Type: Deluxe Balcony Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast
Walk Details: 13 km / 8 miles

Day 4 - Wednesday 15th May - Blasket Island Boat Tour

The best way to discover the best of the Dingle Peninsula? By boat, of course! Spend the day with a charismatic wildlife expert boating around Slea Head and the Blasket Islands, an abandoned archipelago famous for rich literary heritage and unique cultural insight about life in Ireland’s westernmost fringes. Spot seabirds and marine wildlife such as whales, seals and porpoises and dolphins.

Overnight: Dingle | Dingle Skellig Hotel
Room Type: Deluxe Balcony Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 5 - Thursday 16th May - North Kerry & The Cliffs of Moher

Leaving County Kerry behind, keep an eye out for dolphins and other marine wildlife as you cross the mouth of the mighty River Shannon. As you make your way north, we’ll recommend a great beach walk along one of Kerry’s best-kept secret coastlines, as well as a few other great stops to make a leisurely day of it. Before checking in to your accommodation, visit Ireland’s most-famous cliffs, the Cliffs of Moher, enjoying a walk along the dramatic cliff edge on a background of coastal panoramas. Your home for the next three nights is an 18th century manor house and a former retreat for poets and authors like J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. You’ll arrive in time for a cool pint of Guinness by the fire before dinner at its award-winning restaurant.

Overnight: The Burren | Gregans Castle
Room Type: Superior Double
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 6 - Friday 17th May - Hiking in the Burren

This morning after a lovely breakfast to fuel you up, you’ll set off to meet a walking guide in the Burren who is an expert on geology, flora, fauna, history, farming and folklore. The unique, striated limestone landscape here was shaped by ancient seas and is famous for its Mediterranean and alpine wildflowers. The region is steeped in history as well, with over 2,500 historical monuments to be explored. You’ll have lunch at a local tearoom followed by a visit to the adjoining Burren Perfumery where only natural and organic ingredients are used in production. It’s the oldest working perfumery in Ireland! Options for dinner tonight include a Michelin starred organic restaurant not far from your accommodation.

Overnight: The Burren | Gregans Castle
Room Type: Superior Double
Meals Included: Breakfast
Walk Details: 7 km / 4 miles

Day 7 - Saturday 18th May - The Aran Islands

It’s hard to resist the allure of one of the many islands that dot the Irish coastline and today you will take to the water and ferry to The Aran Islands. The history of these islands goes back millennia and today Gaelic is still the daily spoken language of the inhabitants. The Aran islands seem to defy their size by all they have to offer: breathtaking scenery, medieval castles, cliffs and prehistoric forts are all to be found on this little group of islands. Inis Mór, the largest of the three islands, is your destination today. You’ll meet a local guide at the ferry who will help you explore the island and introduce you to some of the most breathtaking scenery Ireland has to offer.

Overnight: The Burren | Gregans Castle
Room Type: Superior Double
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Walk Details: 6 km / 4 miles

Day 8 - Sunday 19th May - Depart

This morning, its time make your way back to Dublin airport and head home. We home your time in Ireland has been memorable and we look forward to welcoming you to our shores once again.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Trip Details

Inclusions Read More
  • All accommodation from Day 1 to Day 8
  • Breakfast each morning and 1 lunch
  • Car rental from Day 2 to Day 8
  • All guided hikes and activities mentioned in the itinerary, specifically;
  • Private transfer from Dublin airport to accommodation on Day 1
  • Private Historical Walking Tour of Dublin City
  • Expert Hiking Guide on Day 3
  • Private Rib Boat Tour
  • Expert Hiking Guide on Day 6
  • Ferry to Inis Mor
  • Expert Hiking Guide on Day 7
  • Personalised trip design and delivery
  • 24 hour in-country support from the Wilderness Team
Exclusions Read More
  • Flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Activities and entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Gratuities
Notes Read More
  • All suggested accommodations and services are subject to availability at the time of booking
  • A 25% deposit is required before any accommodation and services will be confirmed
  • This quote is valid for 14 days from the date quoted, after this time pricing may be subject to revision
Pricing Read More

This price includes car rental, price per person without car rental is €4252

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