The Escobar Family

Thursday 19th June – Sunday 29th June 2025

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights

Overview

Picturesque coastal towns and villages, green pastoral fields, soaring cliffs, wild barren landscapes, the crash of the ocean, the laugh of a local. Ireland is romantic, and authentic, a home away from home where both old and modern seem to cohabit seamlessly on a small island in the middle of the sea. Packed with history and tradition your days are spent exploring the island of Ireland’s famous and off-the-beaten-track sites of natural, cultural and political interest. A world-renowned food scene means your evenings are spent dining in style and with the promise of a pub just around the corner, music and laughter are never far away. Your trip to Ireland will surprise and delight you but the people of Ireland will stay with you, long after your journey has taken you home.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1 | Thursday 19th June | Céad Míle Fáilte

Day 2 | Friday 20th June | Iconic Dublin

Day 3 | Saturday 21st June | Ireland's Fair City

Day 4 | Sunday 22nd June | Kilkenny Castle | Overnight: Kilkenny

Day 5 | Monday 23rd June | Gaelic Games | Overnight: Kilkenny

Day 6 | Tuesday 24th June | Coastal Sights & Lighthouses | Overnight: Dysert, Ardmore

Day 7 | Wednesday 25th June | Biking The Waterford Greenway | Overnight: Dysert, Ardmore

Day 8 | Thursday 26th June | Local People & Local Cheese | Overnight: Kenmare

Day 9 | Friday 27th June | The Ring of Kerry | Overnight: Kenmare

Day 10 | Saturday 28th June | Killarney National Park | Overnight: Kenmare

Day 11 | Sunday 29th June | Depart

Day by Day

Day 1 - Thursday 19th June - Céad Míle Fáilte

Céad míle fáilte! One hundred thousand welcomes to Ireland’s capital, Dublin! A private transfer will meet us at the airport and take us to our centrally located hotel. There is no better introduction to Ireland’s Fair City than to join a local historian for an engaging walking tour of this lively capital city. Explore some of Dublin’s best-known attractions while also enjoying the benefit of local knowledge by visiting spots hidden off the tourist trail. Finish the day in one of Dublin’s many award-winning restaurants for dinner.

Overnight: Booked by Scott Dunn
Meals Included: None

Day 2 - Friday 20th June - Iconic Dublin

Explore some of Dublin’s most iconic sights today, starting with a tour of Trinity College and the Book of Kells. Your guided Trinity tour will take us around the campus, discovering some of the secrets and famous pupils who graced its halls and quads before we make our way to the Old Library for an audio tour of the Book of Kells with its new immersive digital experience. We stop for a bite to eat before we indulge our senses in the world of Guinness with a visit to the Guinness Storehouse, tracing its roots back to its founding by Arthur Guinness in 1759. We enjoy a self-guided tour here before we sip a pint straight from the source at the renowned Gravity rooftop bar.

Overnight: Booked by Scott Dunn
Meals Included: None

Day 3 - Saturday 21st June - Ireland's Fair City

Set out on a relaxed exploration of Dublin, often described as a city with a village feel. With many of its highlights within easy walking distance, the joy lies in wandering its cobbled streets and happening upon quiet squares, lively pubs, and layers of history. Walk along Grafton Street, where buskers fill the air with music, or take a peaceful stroll through the leafy paths of St. Stephen’s Green. Along the way, discover the city’s literary and political past, soaking up the character and charm that defines Ireland’s capital.

Overnight: Booked by Scott Dunn
Meals Included: None

Day 4 - Sunday 22nd June - Kilkenny Castle

This morning, we pick up our rental cars in the city centre and head south out of the city to Kilkenny, an artsy, colourful town full of medieval history. We take a tour of Kilkenny Castle, a fortress dating back to the 12th century. Immerse ourselves in its rich history as we wander through the beautifully preserved rooms and explore the magnificent gardens. Afterwards, take some time to wander around Kilkenny’s picturesque streets, lined with colourful buildings, quaint shops, and inviting cafes.

Overnight: Kilkenny | Mount Juliet
Room Type: x2 Hunter's Yard Courtyard King x2 Hunters Yard Garden View Twin
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 5 - Monday 23rd June - Gaelic Games

Today offers the unique opportunity to step into the shoes of a Celtic Warrior and try your hand at Gaelic Games, guided by a knowledgeable local expert. Begin with an engaging introduction to the history and cultural significance of Gaelic football and Hurling—two sports that lie at the heart of Irish identity. Then, step onto the pitch and give it a go. Whether striking a sliotar or aiming for a point, the experience is lively, memorable, and offers a deeper appreciation of Ireland’s sporting traditions.

Overnight: Kilkenny | Mount Juliet
Room Type: x2 Hunter's Yard Courtyard King x2 Hunters Yard Garden View Twin
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 6 - Tuesday 24th June - Coastal Sights & Lighthouses

This morning, we track further south to Waterford for a late morning visit to Hook Lighthouse for a private tour. Take in the views from the watchtower, then head into the lighthouse where your guide will take you on an immersive journey through the story that is the oldest operational lighthouse in the world. Finish on the first balcony where you take in the spectacular views of Leinster, Munster, our beautiful seas and estuary. After a stroll around Waterford itself, we head to the coastal town of Ardmore, located right on the Irish Sea.

Overnight: Dysert, Ardmore | Cliff House Hotel
Room Type: x4 Deluxe Terrace
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 7 - Wednesday 25th June - Biking The Waterford Greenway

In order to revitalise disused Victorian-era railways, there has been a recent surge in turning railways into greenways. The Waterford Greenway is a 46 km car-free cycling route. We pick up our bikes, head for the trail, passing dramatic viaducts, ruins of Viking settlements and crumbling castle towers, former mills, exotic gardens and great iron bridges. Not only will we enjoy stunning views over the river and the bay, but we’ll bike along a backdrop of the graceful Comeragh Mountains, ending in a picturesque coastal village. Now, all that’s left to do is wander the quays in search of ice cream as we await your transport back to your accommodation.

Overnight: Dysert, Ardmore | Cliff House Hotel
Room Type: x4 Deluxe Terrace
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 8 - Thursday 26th June - Local People & Local Cheese

Say farewell to Waterford today as we take the scenic route to Co. Kerry. We stop for a visit to a Buffalo farm in the lush green countryside, where we take a tour of the land, meet the herd, chat about the cheese-making process with Dorothy, and partake in a special tasting experience using local produce and cheese made right there on the farm. Afterwards, we head to check into our accommodation, Sheen Falls, situated amidst the majestic landscapes of the Ring of Kerry. This evening, we enjoy an interactive falconry experience onsite. Get up close and personal with mesmerising falcons, hawks and owls.

Overnight: Kenmare | Sheen Falls Lodge
Room Type: x4 Superior Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 9 - Friday 27th June - The Ring of Kerry

The Ring of Kerry is often used as a substitute name for the Iveragh Peninsula, but more properly it refers to the 175-kilometre road that encircles this vast, scenic leg of land on the southwest of the island. Our guide will lead us on explorations around the Peninsula today. Our first stop is the Skellig Six 18 Distillery, where we meet a local storyteller and discover the science and art of crafting Irish Whiskey, all while learning the history and mythology of this ancient land. After a delicious lunch in a nearby pub, we take a spin out to the nearby Valentia Island, a step back in time. On the rugged and exposed elements of the southwest coast is Valentia Lighthouse, a beacon of safety to many a seaward traveller. There are even prehistoric fossilised footprints to discover.

Overnight: Kenmare | Sheen Falls Lodge
Room Type: x4 Superior Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 10 - Saturday 28th June - Killarney National Park

In the southwest of County Kerry is an expanse of rugged, mountainous country that sweeps down to the world-famous Lakes of Killarney. Here, stretching across 10,000 hectares, lies Killarney National Park, with its unforgettable combination of mountains, lakes, woodland and waterfalls. Today, explore the Lakes of Killarney by kayak, enjoying uninterrupted views of the untamed wilderness that defines Ireland’s rugged beauty. You’ll also visit Bronze Age copper mines on Ross Island and a 6th-century monastic site.

Overnight: Kenmare | Sheen Falls Lodge
Room Type: x4 Superior Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 11 - Sunday 29th June - Depart

This morning, we drive to the airport for our flight home. We say goodbye to Ireland for now, but not to the lifelong memories we made on our journey.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Trip Details

Inclusions Read More
  • 8 nights’ accommodation, as stated in the itinerary above
  • Breakfast each morning
  • Entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary, specifically:
    • Private Falconry Experience at Sheen Falls
    • Private Farm Tour & Cheese Tasting
    • Bike Hire on the Waterford Greenway
    • Private Distillery Experience
    • Private Walking Tour in Dublin
    • Entry to Trinity College & Book of Kells (public)
    • Entry to the Guinness Storehouse (public)
    • Entry to Kilkenny Castle (public)
    • Private Kayaking Experience
    • Private Experience at Hook Lighthouse
    • Private Gaelic Games Experience
  • Personalised trip design and delivery
  • Luxury automatic Audi A3 or similar with excess protection x2
  • 24/7 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 for accommodations
  • Gratuities for the main driver guide
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.
  • Activities are only private if so specified.
Pricing Read More

The price of this trip is €4,505 per person and is based on availability at the time of booking.

The single supplement for this booking is €1,820.

Terms & Conditions Read More

Please see our booking terms here.

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The Escobar Family

Thursday 19th June – Sunday 29th June 2025