Ireland Wild Atlantic Way Adventure

8 Days | Ireland

Overview

Journey along Ireland's legendary Wild Atlantic Way on this 8-day adventure through Dublin, Galway, the Cliffs of Moher, and the Ring of Kerry. Experience Celtic heritage, dramatic coastal landscapes, traditional music sessions in cozy pubs, and the warm hospitality that makes Ireland truly special.

Highlights

Cliffs of Moher coastal walk with Atlantic views
Ring of Kerry scenic drive through mountain passes
Traditional Irish music session in a Galway pub
Aran Islands day trip by ferry
Trinity College and Book of Kells visit in Dublin
Killarney National Park jaunting car ride
Whiskey distillery tour and tasting

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 Meals: Dinner

Arrival in Dublin

Arrive at Dublin Airport and transfer to your hotel in the vibrant Temple Bar district. Spend the afternoon exploring Georgian Dublin, crossing the Ha'penny Bridge and browsing the bookshops and pubs along the cobblestone streets. Welcome dinner at a traditional Irish pub with live music, featuring hearty Irish stew and freshly poured Guinness.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Dublin city center

Day 2 Meals: Breakfast

Dublin — History & Culture

Morning visit to Trinity College to view the Book of Kells, one of the world's most beautifully illuminated manuscripts, and the stunning Long Room library. Walk through St. Stephen's Green and Grafton Street, then tour the Guinness Storehouse or the Jameson Distillery for an Irish whiskey tasting experience. Afternoon free to explore Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral, or the lively streets of the Liberties neighborhood.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Dublin city center

Day 3 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Dublin to Galway — City of the Tribes

Depart Dublin by coach, stopping at the ancient monastic settlement of Clonmacnoise on the banks of the Shannon River. Continue west to Galway, a bohemian university city on the Wild Atlantic Way. Explore the colorful Latin Quarter, browse the Saturday market, and enjoy the lively street busker scene. Evening traditional Irish music session at a legendary Galway pub on Quay Street.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Galway

Day 4 Meals: Breakfast

Aran Islands Excursion

Morning ferry to Inis Mor, the largest of the Aran Islands, where Irish is still the daily language. Explore the dramatic prehistoric stone fort of Dun Aonghasa perched on a 100-meter cliff edge above the Atlantic. Cycle or take a minibus past ancient beehive huts, Celtic crosses, and stone-walled fields stretching to the sea. Return to Galway in the evening.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Galway

Day 5 Meals: Breakfast

Cliffs of Moher & The Burren

Drive south along the coast to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher, rising 214 meters above the crashing Atlantic waves with views stretching to the Aran Islands and Galway Bay. Walk along the cliff path and visit the interactive exhibition at the visitor center. Continue through the otherworldly limestone landscape of The Burren, a unique karst region rich in rare wildflowers and ancient dolmens.

Accommodation: Charming guesthouse in County Clare

Day 6 Meals: Breakfast

Clare to Killarney — Kingdom of Kerry

Travel south through County Limerick, stopping at the remarkable Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Continue to Killarney in County Kerry, gateway to some of Ireland's most spectacular landscapes. Afternoon jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park past the medieval Ross Castle, the Meeting of the Waters, and ancient oakwoods alongside the shimmering Lakes of Killarney.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Killarney

Day 7 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Ring of Kerry Scenic Drive

Full-day circuit of the legendary Ring of Kerry, a 179-kilometer route around the Iveragh Peninsula. Pass through charming villages like Sneem and Waterville, stop at mountain viewpoints overlooking the Atlantic and the Skellig Islands, and visit Moll's Gap and Ladies View for iconic lake and mountain panoramas. Farewell dinner at a Killarney restaurant celebrating your Irish journey with local Kerry lamb and traditional music.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Killarney

Day 8 Meals: Breakfast

Departure from Dublin

Morning transfer back to Dublin, with an optional stop at the Rock of Cashel, a spectacular medieval fortress and round tower on a limestone outcrop. Continue to Dublin Airport for your departure flight, carrying with you the echoes of Irish music, the scent of Atlantic air, and memories of emerald landscapes.

What's Included

  • 7 nights accommodation in 4-star hotels and charming guesthouses
  • Daily full Irish breakfast and 3 dinners
  • Airport transfers in Dublin
  • Private coach for all touring days
  • Trinity College and Book of Kells entrance
  • Cliffs of Moher visitor experience entrance
  • Aran Islands return ferry tickets
  • Killarney National Park jaunting car ride
  • Irish whiskey distillery tour and tasting
  • Traditional music pub evening in Galway
  • English-speaking driver-guide throughout

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not mentioned
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities
  • Tips and gratuities
Starting from

$2,599

per person (twin sharing)
8 Days / 7 Nights
Ireland
adventurecultural
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