Ireland - A small country with a big reputation, helped along by a timeless, age caressed landscape, friendly people whose lyrical nature is expressed in the warmth of their welcome, sense of community and love of fun! You will meet the locals on this tour, experience their culture, be emersed in their heritage, eat well, and laugh a lot! A unique travel experience in exploring the North of Ireland curated by a local. Join the adventure, meet the locals and return home changed.
Ireland is a land of breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and warm hospitality. From medieval castles and monastic settlements to vibrant cities, dramatic coastlines, and traditional music, this journey offers an unforgettable experience through the heart and soul of the Emerald Isle.
Welcome tour of Dublin with visits to the Guinness Storehouse & Christ Church Cathedral
Worship at St. Patrick’s Cathedral with Sung Matins by the boys’ choir
View the Book of Kells at Trinity College & explore the EPIC Irish Emigration Museum
Guided tour of Kilmainham Gaol to learn about Ireland’s fight for independence
Discover Powerscourt House & Gardens and the monastic settlement of Glendalough
Visit Waterford Crystal, Kilkenny Castle & the Titanic Experience in Cobh
Kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle and tour the Franciscan Well Brewery
Journey along the Ring of Kerry with a visit to Muckross House & Gardens
Marvel at the Cliffs of Moher and travel through the Burren landscape
Take a ferry to Inis Mór on the Aran Islands & see the prehistoric fort of Dún Aonghasa
Enjoy dinner and traditional Irish music in Galway’s lively atmosphere
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Day 1 – Arrival in Dublin
Group arrival at Dublin Airport & transfer to city centre
Visit Guinness Storehouse at St. James’ Gate Brewery
Explore the 11th-century Christ Church Cathedral
Free time for an initial exploration of Dublin
Check-in: Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre (O’Connell Street)
Day 2 – Dublin
St. Patrick’s Cathedral – Sung Matins with boys choir (est. 1432)
Trinity College – The Book of Kells Exhibition
EPIC Ireland – The Irish Emigration Museum
Guided tour of Kilmainham Gaol – insight into Irish independence
Free evening in Dublin
Day 3 – Dublin to Southeast
Visit Powerscourt House & Gardens
Drive through the scenic Wicklow Mountains
Stop at Glendalough – early Medieval monastic site
Leisurely countryside drive to overnight destination
Free evening & dinner at leisure
Day 4 – Cork
Tour Waterford Crystal workshops
Explore Kilkenny Castle (12th century)
Titanic Experience in Cobh
Check-in to Cork hotel & visit the English Market
Day 5 – Killarney
Visit Blarney Castle & kiss the Blarney Stone
Free time in Cork & lunch at leisure
Franciscan Well Brewery – tour & tasting
Overnight in Killarney (2 nights)
Day 6 – The Ring of Kerry
Scenic drive along the Iveragh Peninsula
Visit Muckross House & Gardens
See traditional crafts in the walled garden centre
Dinner at The Laurels
Evening entertainment: Celtic Steps – The Show Ireland
Day 7 – Killarney to Galway
Travel to the Cliffs of Moher & O’Brien’s Tower views
Drive through the rocky landscape of The Burren
Continue to Galway area for 2 nights
Day 8 – Aran Islands (Inis Mór)
Ferry to Inis Mór – largest of the Aran Islands
Visit Dún Aonghasa, prehistoric hill fort
Stop at Kilmurvey Beach with Atlantic views
Shop at Kilmurvey Craft Village (Aran sweaters & souvenirs)
Dinner at Busker Brownes (or equivalent) with traditional Irish music
The River Lee Hotel – Stylish riverside hotel with views and modern facilities (Cork)
Castlerosse Hotel – Resort hotel near Killarney National Park and the Lakes of Killarney (Killarney)
Imperial Hotel – Historic city hotel in the heart of Galway (Galway)
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Arrival and Departure Transfers
We will arrange arrival and departure transfers for group flights. If you will be arriving or departing at a different time, we can assist you with transfers, but those are not included in the tour price.
Flight Information
Group air is now available for this tour for £/€/$XXXX per person round-trip from location A, with a minimum of XX travellers. Please opt in before designated date.
If you would like alternative flights, please wait until the tour is a guaranteed departure before booking. Our air team can assist you with booking flights. We can assist you with transfers, but those are not included in the tour price.
Arrival: Please arrange to arrive in sample location no later than 10:00 AM on XX/XX/XXXX. Pre-tour accommodation is available.
Departure: You are welcome to depart from sample location at any time on XX/XX/XXXX
Pre- and post-tour nights can be booked through us.
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What’s included in the land price of *£/€/$XXX?
*Price based on a minimum of XX participants. (For this tour)
Your Tour Includes
Transportation: via deluxe air-conditioned coach
Accommodations (double-occupancy) in superior 3-star and moderate 4-star hotels
Meals as indicated in the itinerary (water is included with dinners)
Professional tour guide throughout the tour
Local step-on guides for city tours and major attractions
Admission to all activities indicated in the itinerary not referred to as optional
Arrival and departure transfers for group flights
Guides will use Whisper Headsets throughout the tour
All other taxes and tips for provided services including tour director and driver
Full colour personalised tour diary
Travel app
Your Tour Does Not Include
Air transportation and related taxes and fees (Round-trip group air £/€/$XXXX)
Single supplement (£/€/$XXX)
Airport transfers separate from the group
Meals, other than as indicated above
Items of a personal nature, such as passport fees
Passenger trip cancellation insurance
Payment Schedule
Initial deposit of £/€/$XXX will secure your place on the tour. Click here to pay. Click here to pay Online payments incur a % credit card fee. Cheques can be mailed to “EdenGate Travel”, 12316 244th St, Chisago City, MN 55013-9688.
Final payment will be due 120 days before departure.
Travel Insurance
IMG is an excellent company that responds to claims quickly and efficiently. There are three possible policies depending on the amount of coverage you’d like. The brochure links are below.
Click here for a no-obligation quote. The contact details for Cave Insurance are listed on the website and brochures if you have any questions.
Cancellations
Regardless of reason, cancellations are costly, so we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance:
INDIVIDUAL CANCELLATIONS: All cancellations must be in writing.
• From the time of deposit until 100 days before departure, a $150 per person penalty.
• From 99-30 days before departure $350 per person penalty plus any non-refundable deposits to airlines or ground suppliers.
• An individual cancelling less than 30 days before departure will receive NO REFUND.
Cancellations must be received in writing by 5:00 p.m. central time on the last business day of the applicable time period.
For flight changes or cancellations, revision fees and/or airline cancellation charges will apply.
Roommates cancelling can result in a single supplement charge for the roommate. The Participant who cancels will be responsible for that charge if a substitute roommate cannot be found.
Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance is strongly recommended.
EdenGate Travel cannot assume responsibility for any additional costs or fees relating to the issuance and/or cancellation of air tickets or other arrangements not made through EdenGate.
