The Kiedrowski Family's Irish Adventure

Sunday 8th June – Monday 16th June 2025

Duration: 9 Days / 8 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 | Sunday 8th June | Céad míle fáilte - One Hundred Thousand Welcomes | Overnight: Dublin

Day 2 | Monday 9th June | Kayaking Along the River Liffey | Overnight: Dublin

Day 3 | Tuesday 10th June | The Burren | Overnight: Doolin

Day 4 | Wednesday 11th June | Sheepdogs & Iconic Cliffs | Overnight: Doolin

Day 5 | Thursday 12th June | The Aran Islands | Overnight: Doolin

Day 6 | Friday 13th June | Hiking in Killarney National Park | Overnight: Killarney

Day 7 | Saturday 14th June | The Ring of Kerry | Overnight: Killarney

Day 8 | Sunday 15th June | Local Characters & Local Cheeses | Overnight: Dublin

Day 9 | Monday 16th June | Depart

Day by Day

Day 1 - Sunday 8th June - Céad míle fáilte - One Hundred Thousand Welcomes

Arriving in Dublin this morning, a private transfer will meet you at arrivals and take you to your centrally located hotel. As this is your arrival day, we have left this afternoon free for you to rest after your flight, or you can head out and explore. Dublin has been described as the ‘city with a village feel’ and as you explore its cobbled streets and historical monuments it will be easy to see why. The city 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 and indeed you will discover it is in the act of wandering from one to another that you will soak up Dublin’s authentic atmosphere.

Overnight: Dublin | The Grafton
Room Type: x1 Family Room
Meals Included: None

Day 2 - Monday 9th June - Kayaking Along the River Liffey

Kick off your morning with an unforgettable adventure on the River Liffey. After breakfast, you’ll meet your expert local guide for a thrilling couple of hours of kayaking through the heart of Dublin. As you paddle past the city’s most iconic landmarks and bridges, you’ll be treated to something truly special: live performances by some of Dublin’s musicians and artists beneath the famous Ha’Penny Bridge. It’s an experience like no other, offering you a front-row seat to the magic of Ireland’s ‘Fair City’—where history, culture, and music come together on the water!

Overnight: Dublin | The Grafton
Room Type: x1 Family Room
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3 - Tuesday 10th June - The Burren

This morning, your private guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel and after some short introductions you will begin your journey west. You’ll arrive in The Burren for an early afternoon hike. The Burren’s unique, striated limestone landscape 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! Your guide will drop you at your cosy cottage for the evening, we recommend picking up provisions en route.

Overnight: Doolin | Radharc Na Mara Cottage
Room Type: x1 Cottage
Meals Included: None

Day 4 - Wednesday 11th June - Sheepdogs & Iconic Cliffs

This morning you’ll visit a local farmer and enjoy a private viewing of their sheepdog experience, an exhilarating demonstration of absolutely adorable and keenly intelligent dogs. Your tour includes a walk to a pre-historic stone fort, with a worldly history which will be brought to life by the farm’s local guide. You head for a bite to eat before a late afternoon visit to the Cliffs of Moher, after the crowds have departed. Walk along the cliff edge and make sure to get that selfie for those at home!

Overnight: Doolin | Radharc Na Mara
Room Type: x1 Cottage
Meals Included: None

Day 5 - Thursday 12th June - The Aran Islands

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 our 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’s can reach. Learn of the Gaelic 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: Doolin | Radharc Na Mara
Room Type: x1 Cottage
Meals Included: None

Day 6 - Friday 13th June - Hiking in Killarney National Park

After breakfast, your guide will take you further south to Killarney National Park, the jewel in Kerry’s crown. Here your guide will lead you on a hike of your choice with one of the most spectacular backdrops imaginable as you are overlooked by Ireland’s highest mountain peaks.  Today the park encompasses 26,000 acres of mountains, woodlands, and waterfalls, so there are plenty of trails to choose from. Enjoy Kerry’s most breathtaking scenery on your doorstep.

Overnight: Killarney | Hotel Killarney
Room Type: 2 Room Suite
Meals Included: None

Day 7 - Saturday 14th June - The Ring of Kerry

Today you will travel to the southern shores of the Iveragh peninsula, also known as The Ring of Kerry, where you will meet one of our favourite characters. A fisherman, foraging expert, storyteller and a true Irish gent, John, will take you on a wander along the shoreline learning about life on Ireland’s west coast all the while regaling you with tales of characters from the region, from lonely monks to 18th century civil rights activists to mythical heroes. Your guide will join you to tour The Ring of Kerry, stopping at picturesque bays and harbours and points of interest along the way before making your way back to your hotel in Killarney this evening.

Overnight: Killarney | Hotel Killarney
Room Type: 2 Room Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 8 - Sunday 15th June - Local Characters & Local Cheeses

Your time in the southwest comes to an end today as your guide takes you back to Dublin. Your journey takes you across rolling farmlands with stunning pastoral scenes, where you’ll stop at a working Buffalo dairy farm for an immersive tour and tasting and get up close and personal with a herd of Irish Buffalo! Meet the herd, chat about all things agriculture with John, and finish with a spectacular tasting session of some fine Irish cheese, made right there on the farm. Your guide will drop you all in the city for your last night in Ireland.

Overnight: Dublin | The Grafton
Room Type: x1 Family Room
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 9 - Monday 16th June - Depart

This morning, a private transfer will take you to the airport in time for your flight home. We hope 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 9
  • Services of an experienced and knowledgeable qualified guide from Day 3 to Day 8
  • Ground transportation from Day 3 to Day 8
  • All guided hikes and activities mentioned in the itinerary, specifically
  • Kayaking experience on the River Liffey (public small group)
  • Guided hiking in The Burren
  • Private Sheepdog experience
  • Entry to the Cliffs of Moher
  • Private 4×4 experience on Inis Mor
  • Ferry tickets
  • Private hiking in Killarney National Park
  • Private Seaweed foraging experience along the Ring of Kerry
  • Private Farm experience and cheese tasting
  • Personalised trip design and delivery
  • Snacks throughout the trip
  • 24-hour in-country support from the Wilderness Team
Exclusions Read More
  • Flights
  • Lunch (except on Day 8)
  • 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 €6,025 per person and is based on availability at the time of booking.

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The Kiedrowski Family’s Irish Adventure – V1

Sunday 8th June – Monday 16th June 2025