Remarkable Journeys- Ryan Crew Ireland

Tom, Kim, Tim and Becky Ryan

Thursday 25th September – Monday 6th October 2025

Number of Travellers: 4
Duration: 12 Days / 11 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 25th September | Céad míle fáilte - Welcome to Dublin | Overnight: Dublin 2

Day 2 | Friday 26th September | Ireland's Fair City | Overnight: Dublin 2

Day 3 | Saturday 27th September | Head West to The Cliffs of Moher | Overnight: Ballyvaughan

Day 4 | Sunday 28th September | Off-Roading Experience on Inis Mor | Overnight: Ballyvaughan

Day 5 | Monday 29th September | Clare to Kenmare visit Adare Manor | Overnight: Kenmare

Day 6 | Tuesday 30th September | The Ring of Kerry | Overnight: Kenamare

Day 7 | Wednesday 1st October | Killarney National Park | Overnight: Kenamare

Day 8 | Thursday 2nd October | Kinsale Food Tour | Overnight: Cork

Day 9 | Friday 3rd October | Ballymaloe Cookery School | Overnight: Cork

Day 10 | Saturday 4th October | Countryside Living | Overnight: Cork

Day 11 | Sunday 5th October | The Rock of Cashel | Overnight: Kildare

Day 12 | Monday 6th October | Depart

Day by Day

Day 1 - Thursday 25th September - Céad míle fáilte - Welcome to Dublin

Arriving in Ireland today, a private transfer will pick you up from the airport and whisk you to your boutique hotel in the city centre. Drop your bags and freshen up, this afternoon you are free to explore the city! Dublin is best explored on foot or using public transport such as the LUAS, our light rail system. Many of Dublin’s highlights are within walking distance; museums and art galleries, cosy pubs with a fire lit, or iconic attractions like the Guinness Storehouse and the Jameson Distillery. You will discover it is the act of wandering from one place to another that will allow you to soak up Dublin’s authentic atmosphere.

Overnight: Dublin 2 | The Alex Hotel
Room Type: x2 Classic King Rooms
Meals Included: None

Day 2 - Friday 26th September - Ireland's Fair City

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. To fill your afternoon, we’ll provide you with some delicious lunch spots and sightseeing recommendations.

Overnight: Dublin 2 | The Alex Hotel
Room Type: x2 Classic King Rooms
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3 - Saturday 27th September - Head West to The Cliffs of Moher

Your private guide will meet you this morning and after some short introductions, together you will transfer west from Dublin to County Clare, the home to Ireland’s famed Cliffs of Moher. Enroute, stop at the ancient monastic site of Clonmacnoise. St Ciarán founded his monastery on the banks of the River Shannon in the 6th Century. The monastery flourished and became a great seat of learning, a University of its time with students from all over Europe. Today the ruins include a Cathedral, two round towers, three high crosses, nine Churches and over 700 Early Christian grave slabs. Continuing further west, the real treat for the day is to see the famous Cliffs of Moher up close. Dropping some 700 feet below to the sea, the Cliffs are set among a jaw-dropping landscape with the cobalt waters swirling below and rolling green sheep-laden fields toward the land.  Later, it’s a short drive to your first hotel, Gregan’s Castle, a former retreat for poets and authors such as J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. You’ll be back in time for a cool pint of Guinness by the fire before a welcome dinner with your guide at its award-winning restaurant.

Overnight: Ballyvaughan | Gregans Castle
Room Type: x2 Superior Rooms
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4 - Sunday 28th September - Off-Roading Experience on Inis Mor

We hope the weather gods are on our side today as we head out to visit one of the remote islands that dot the Irish coastline. Inis Mor (Inishmore) is the largest of the three Aran Islands and your destination this morning. Explore the island with the aid of some off-road adventure vehicles as your local guides, Padraig and Aonghus bring you to all the off-the-beaten-track spots on the islands that only their 4×4 can reach. Learn of the Irish language spoken on the islands, the unique Irish culture and traditions of the local people, the flora and fauna that inhabit the islands and of course the filming site from the recent Banshees of Inisherin film!

Overnight: Ballyvaughan | Gregans Castle
Room Type: x2 Superior Rooms
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 5 - Monday 29th September - Clare to Kenmare visit Adare Manor

Today you’ll say goodbye to The Burren region and continue south on your Wild Atlantic Way journey. Your first stop this morning is into the buzzing village of Adare, where you can stretch your legs with a wander between its traditional thatched-roof cottages and local art galleries. For lunch, we have booked a table in the Carriage House in the Gothic splendour of Adare Manor, situated on 840 acres of pristine parkland. Your 4-star hotel tonight is nestled in the heart of Kenmare, offering perfect proximity to the village.

Overnight: Kenmare | Brook Lane Hotel
Room Type: x2 Superior Rooms
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 6 - Tuesday 30th September - The Ring of Kerry

After a leisurely breakfast this morning, the day ahead is fully dedicated to exploring The Ring of Kerry, a route which covers the perimeter of the Iveragh Peninsula’s stunning coastline, beaches, mountains, and hidden lakes. Your first destination is just up the road at a traditional farming cottage, where the hosts will teach you the long-standing craft of Irish soda bread making and take you on a guided tour of the surrounding farm. Spend the rest of the day stopping along our favourite hidden-gem beaches, visiting the birthplace of Ireland’s most prominent rebel figure, and admiring the dramatic rapidly changing landscapes.

Overnight: Kenamare | Brook Lane Hotel
Room Type: x2 Superior Rooms
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 7 - Wednesday 1st October - 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. Take a tour of the famed Killarney Lakes with Dux, your Kerryman skipper who has been sailing these lakes since he was a child with his family. Alighting back on solid land, your guide will lead you through the grounds and gardens of Muckross House, a 19th-century mansion set upon the shores of the glistening lake. Time and energy levels allowing, it’s only a short walk up to the base of the serpentine Torc Waterfall winding its way from the mountainside and into the lush canopy of trees.

Overnight: Kenamare | Brook Lane Hotel
Room Type: x2 Superior Rooms
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 8 - Thursday 2nd October - Kinsale Food Tour

We recommend skipping breakfast this morning as you head south to Kinsale, historically a medieval fishing port, its spectacular waterfront setting, and candy-coloured houses, shops, and restaurants, make it a glorious blend of old and the new. You’ll embark on a delightful culinary journey where every bite tells a story of tradition, innovation, and local flavour. As your local guide regales you with stories of the town, enjoy fresh seafood, artisan cheeses, and vibrant produce sourced from nearby farms. Enjoy a stroll around the town before heading to Ballymaloe House, a countryside retreat that offers historic charm and luxury experience.

Overnight: Cork | Ballymaloe House
Room Type: x2 Classic Courtyard Rooms
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 9 - Friday 3rd October - Ballymaloe Cookery School

Enjoy a peaceful morning on the grounds of Ballymaloe before heading to the cookery school for a welcome brief and a tour of their organic farm and gardens. Together with your expert tutors, you’ll don your aprons and head to the kitchen. Today you will be putting your cooking skills to the test as you create a delicious 3-course meal with the key ingredients coming straight from the garden outside. Once everything is plated to perfection, enjoy the fruits of your labour with a glass of wine.

Overnight: Cork | Ballymaloe House
Room Type: x2 Classic Courtyard Rooms
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 10 - Saturday 4th October - Countryside Living

Enjoy some time exploring the grounds this morning. You’ll learn about the importance of biodiversity from head Groundskeeper Tobias, an expert in sustainable land management. Embark on a journey through different ecosystems as he shows you examples of sensitive initiatives such as wilding plantations, pollinator planting, owl breeding boxes, and a visit to the beehives onsite. This afternoon your guide will take you to Ballycotten for a bite to eat and if you’re up for it, a short cliff walk with some stunning Atlantic Views.

Overnight: Cork | Ballymaloe House
Room Type: x2 Classic Courtyard Rooms
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 11 - Sunday 5th October - The Rock of Cashel

This morning, you’ll bid a fond farewell to Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way as you make your way slowly back towards Dublin. En route, you will stop for a tour of The Rock of Cashel, an immaculately preserved cathedral overlooking the sweeping landscape below. Your guide will then drop you to your hotel, a historic site, home to one of Ireland’s up-and-coming Michelin-starred restaurants, and a perfect way to end your trip before flying home.

Overnight: Kildare | Cliff at Lyons
Room Type: x2 Estate Rooms
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 12 - Monday 6th October - Depart

This morning, a private transfer will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel and take you to Dublin Airport in time for your flight home. The journey will only take 30 minutes, so you have time to enjoy the grounds this morning. We hope your time in Ireland has been memorable and we can’t wait to welcome you to our shores once again.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Trip Details

Inclusions Read More
  • All accommodation from Day 1 to Day 12
  • Breakfast each morning, 9 lunch, 1 dinner
  • Services of an experienced and knowledgeable qualified guide from Day 3 to Day 11
  • Ground transportation from Day 3 to Day 11
  • All guided hikes and activities mentioned in the itinerary, specifically;
  • Private arrival airport transfer
  • Private walking tour of Dublin
  • Entry to Clonmacnoise
  • Entry to the Cliffs of Moher
  • Private 4×4 off-roading experience on Inis Mor
  • Ferry tickets
  • Private soda bread making & farm tour
  • Entry to Derrynane House
  • Private traditional boat tour
  • Entry to Muckross House
  • Private Kinsale food tour
  • Private lesson at Ballymaloe House (4 hours)
  • Private talk & tour with head Gardener at Ballymaloe House
  • Entry to the Rock Cashel
  • Private departure airport transfer
  • Personalised trip design and delivery
  • Snacks throughout the trip
  • Gratuities for activity providers & included meals
  • 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 for the main driver guide
Notes Read More
  • All suggested accommodations and services are subject to availability at the time of booking
  • A 20% 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

The price of this trip is €8,510 per person and is based on availability at the time of booking.

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Remarkable Journeys- Ryan Crew Ireland

Thursday 25th September – Monday 6th October 2025