The Flint Family's Irish Adventure

Day 1 - Saturday 8^th February - Céad míle fáilte

Céad míle fáilte! One hundred thousand welcomes to Ireland’s ‘Wild West’, a region of immense beauty, ancient history, and Irish tradition. This morning, collect your rental car and head for the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most impressive natural sites. The area is teeming with wildlife, and 20 species of birds, including puffins, make it their home. Stop for a fish n’ chips lunch in a historic stone cottage and a chance to browse the quaint shops, before heading south to Tralee where you can check in and enjoy a free evening to catch up on some sleep or head out and explore the town.

Overnight: Tralee | The Ashe Hotel
Room Type: x2 doubles, x3 twin
Meals Included: Lunch

Day 2 - Sunday 9^th February - Family Reuinion

Today is for you to enjoy your family reunion.

Overnight: Tralee | The Ashe Hotel
Room Type: x2 doubles, x3 twin
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3 - Monday 10^th February - The Dingle Peninsula

The county of Kerry is made up of four peninsulas, The Kerry Head, The Beara, The Iveragh and probably its most well-known,  The Dingle Peninsula and your destination today. Following a relaxed Irish breakfast, hit the road to explore the beautiful Dingle Peninsula. This is Gaeltacht country where the Irish language is still widely spoken as a first language and culture and traditions remain strong. Tour around the peninsula visiting a fascinating array of ancient sites including Iron Age forts, beehive huts, inscribed stones, and historical churches. The Peninsula culminates at the dramatic Slea Head—Europe’s most western point. Before leaving, meet some feather friends on an exhilarating Hawk Walk. Watch as these magnificent birds of prey swoop and soar with breathtaking speed and learn all about their fascinating habits. Afterwards, it’s time to check in to your accommodation.

Overnight: Killarney | The Great Southern Hotel
Room Type: x2 doubles, x3 twin
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 4 - Tuesday 11^th February - Traditional Boat Tour in Killarney National Park

Today you’ll make your way to Killarney National Park, the jewel in Kerry’s crown. Here you will board a boat with Dux and his canine friend and cruise the tranquil lakes of Killarney with one of the most spectacular backdrops imaginable as Ireland’s highest mountain peaks overlook you. Back on solid ground, you’ll step back into the past with a visit to Muckross Traditional Farms, which showcases a very different Ireland – the Ireland of the 1930s and 1940s. Back then, a trip to the well was still a daily chore for the housewife and electricity had yet to be introduced to the countryside.

Overnight: Killarney | The Great Southern Hotel
Room Type: x2 doubles, x3 twin
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 5 - Wednesday 12^th February - The Ring of Kerry

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. Spend the 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: Killarney | The Great Southern Hotel
Room Type: x2 doubles, x3 twin
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 6 - Thursday 13^th February - Kenmare & Soda Bread Making

Heading further south this morning, 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. You’ll then check into your accommodation, nestled in the trees along Kenmare Bay. You have free time this afternoon to explore or relax as you wish.

Overnight: Kenmare | Sheen Falls Lodge
Room Type: x2 doubles, x3 twin
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 7 - Friday 14^th February - Beara Peninsula

This morning you will head to West Cork to enjoy a fully immersive experience in the sights, sounds, smells & tastes of a rare temperate rainforest valley & bay on the Wild Atlantic Way.

Too often overlooked by visitors, the Beara Peninsula is a hidden paradise. At each turn, there is a new view to marvel upon, with panoramas over the hidden valleys, rocky slopes, sheep-dotted hills and far-away lakes.

Return this evening to relax and unwind in the lovely Sheen Falls Lodge.

Overnight: Kenmare | Sheen Falls Lodge
Room Type: x2 doubles, x3 twin
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 8 - Saturday 15^th February - Depart

This morning, make your way back to the airport to drop off your rental car and make your way home. We hope your time in Ireland was memorable and we look forward to welcoming you to our shores once again.

Meals Included: Breakfast