Evergreen Ireland South
This 7-day winter tour of Ireland will allow you to explore many of Ireland's must-see highlights without the traditional crowds. Explore Dublin and enjoy a pint at the Guinness Storehouse. In Athlone visit to Sean’s Bar – dating back to 900 AD. Take in the dramatic Cliffs of Moher. View the spectacular Ring of Kerry and visit Killarney and the medieval city of Kilkenny.
7 Days • fr. $1,195
Tour Includes
- A guided tour of Dublin to see its many landmarks: the River Liffey, Georgian squares, St Stephen’s Green, and Trinity College
- A visit to the Guinness Storehouse where you can enjoy a pint in the top-floor Gravity Bar with its panoramic view of the city
- A welcome drink there with your group on the first evening
- A panoramic tour of Dublin with your tour director
- A visit to Sean’s Bar in Athlone– dating back to 900 AD, it’s officially the oldest pub in Europe, and possibly the world!
- A visit to the Cliffs of Moher with towering sea cliffs that soar 700 feet above the Atlantic
- A feast in a genuine castle, enjoying a medieval or holiday banquet, depending on departure date
- A panoramic tour of the Ring of Kerry
- A visit to Blarney Castle
- A visit to Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city
- A visit to Kilkenny
- A lively evening of dinner and traditional Irish entertainment at the Merry Ploughboy pub in Dublin
- Handling of one piece of luggage per person is included in the cost of all coach tours. Size should not exceed 30 x 20 x 10 inches and weight should be under 50 lbs. Luggage is carried at owner's risk throughout the tour unless insured.
Not Included
- Tips for personal services and to tour directors and drivers are not included in tour cost and left to your discretion.
- All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry, special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must be paid by the client.
- All rates exclude airfare unless expressly noted.
Meal Inclusions
- Full daily breakfasts (except Day 1)
- 3 dinners
Hotel Details
- Hilton Garden Inn Dublin Custom House in Dublin, Ireland (3 nights)
- Armada Hotel in Clare, Ireland (1 night)
- Killarney Towers Hotel in Killarney, Ireland (1 nights)
- Granville Hotel in Waterford, Ireland (1 night)
Day 1
Dublin City Tour | Guinness Storehouse | Welcome Drink Location Information Description
Dublin, Ireland
Your tour begins at 2:00 PM in your hotel. Set out with a local guide to see Dublin’s many landmarks: the River Liffey, Georgian squares, St Stephen’s Green, and Trinity College. Next, visit the Guinness Storehouse, a spectacular seven-story structure exploring the history and making of Ireland’s most famous brew, and enjoy a pint in the top-floor Gravity Bar, with its panoramic view of the city.
This evening, meet your group for a welcome drink, and then you are free to explore Dublin’s restaurants and nightlife.
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin Custom House
Day 2
Dublin Tour | Sightseeing Location Information Description
Dublin, Ireland
Take a panoramic tour of Dublin with your tour director in the morning, then you are free for the rest of the day. You might choose to check out the free National Museums to explore Ireland’s heritage, browse the bookshops, visit some art galleries, or shop along Grafton Street. Perhaps stop into a pub to enjoy refreshment and some chat with the locals.
Breakfast
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin Custom House
Day 3
Sean's Bar | Cliffs of Moher | Medieval Castle Banquet Location Information Description
Athlone, Ireland
Head to Athlone for, a visit to Sean’s Bar – dating back to 900 AD, it’s officially the oldest pub in Europe, and possibly the world! Raise your glass as visitors have for centuries, and sip a creamy Irish Coffee.
Location Information Description
Cliffs of Moher, Ireland
Travel westward toward the Atlantic Coast, and visit the Cliffs of Moher, towering sea cliffs that soar 700 feet above the Atlantic.
Location Information Description
Clare Island, Ireland
In the evening, feast in a genuine castle, enjoying a medieval or holiday banquet, depending on departure date.
Breakfast, Dinner
Armada Hotel
Day 4
Killarney | Ring of Kerry Highlights Location Information Description
Ring of Kerry, Ireland
Spend your day exploring the spectacular beauty of County Kerry. Take in the highlights of Ireland’s most famous scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry. Traverse wild mountainous terrain, picturesque rural villages, and the rugged coastline. Along the way, stop at Moriarty’s in the Gap of Dunloe, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner specializing in quality, authentic crafts.
Location Information Description
Killarney, Ireland
Enjoy free time in Killarney, a friendly town full of charming shops and lively pubs, cafés, and restaurants.
Breakfast
Killarney Towers Hotel
Day 5
Blarney Castle | Waterford Location Information Description
Blarney, Ireland
Visit Blarney Castle, built nearly 600 years ago by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftains. Climb the winding stairs to kiss the famed Blarney Stone; legend says if you do you’ll be given the gift of eloquence. Explore the castle’s extensive gardens, set on 60 acres of parkland.
Location Information Description
Waterford, Ireland
Proceed on to historic Waterford – Ireland’s oldest city. First settled by Vikings, Waterford reached peak prosperity in the 18th century, when it enjoyed a brisk trade with Newfoundland. Explore this beautiful port city before dining with your group in your hotel.
Breakfast, Dinner
Granville Hotel
Day 6
Kilkenny | The Merry Ploughboy Location Information Description
Kilkenny, Ireland
Head to Kilkenny for free time to explore independently. This lively little city dates back to the Middle Ages. Perhaps stroll along the Medieval Mile, linking the impressive castle, built by the Normans in 1195, with the 13th-century St Canice’s Cathedral.
Location Information Description
Dublin, Ireland
Return to Dublin for a lively evening of dinner and traditional Irish entertainment at the Merry Ploughboy pub.
Breakfast, Dinner
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin Custom House
Day 7
Tour Ends in Dublin Location Information Description
Dublin, Ireland
Your tour ends in Dublin after breakfast.
Breakfast
Important information:
Important Information
Cancellation Policy
- 70 days or more prior to departure: Forfeiture of deposit
- 69 - 16 days prior to departure: 30% per person
- 15 - 8 days prior to departure: 50% per person
- 7 - 1 days prior to departure: 90% per person
- On day of departure: 100% per person
- All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
- The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
Terms and Conditions
- Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together.
- All prices are in US Dollars.
- A non-refundable land deposit of $250 per person is required for coach tours. Deposits are required within 5 days of making the reservation. Early booking discounts require higher deposits.
- The final payment must be made by credit card no later than 80 days prior to departure date. If payment is not received as scheduled, the reservation will automatically cancel and deposit payment become forfeit.
- Once confirmed any revision to land tours will incur a $50 handling fee per booking. If clients cancel from one tour and rebook on another tour or another date, a cancellation fee may apply. Revisions are not permitted within 14 days of departure or once documents have been issued.
- Documents will be shipped by U.P.S. ground service approximately 21 days prior to departure provided full payment has been received. If documents are required earlier, sufficient notice id required to arrange for early delivery by regular service. Late bookings will incur an express service delivery charge.