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Essence of Ireland – Private Luxury Ireland Tour (10 days)

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Artisans of Leisure

Dublin, Ireland to County Mayo, Ireland

Valid for Departures Now Through: 03 May 2027
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ESSENCE OF IRELAND: Dublin, Kenmare, Killarney, Adare or Co. Clare, Ashford Castle

An exclusive private tour of Ireland for the most discerning luxury traveler.

This popular private Ireland tour combines the cultural highlights of Dublin with the spectacular scenery of the southern peninsulas and west coast of Ireland. Other highlights are castle hotel and luxury manor hotels, and the opportunity to experience traditional Irish crafts, music and pubs.

Itinerary

Day 1
Dublin, Ireland

Hotel: The Merrion Hotel
Meals: None

ESSENCE OF IRELAND: Dublin, Kenmare, Killarney, Adare or Co. Clare, Ashford Castle

An exclusive private tour of Ireland for the most discerning luxury traveler.

Private arrival transfer to hotel

Accommodation in Dublin at ultra-luxury hotel

Day 2
Dublin, Ireland

Hotel: The Merrion Hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Full-day private tour with expert guide and driver

Historic sites, literary Dublin, Georgian architecture, culinary touring, whiskey tasting

Additional options can be arranged, upon request: Guinness Storehouse, Kilmainham Gaol, Chester Beatty Library, theater tickets, restaurant reservations

Day 3
Kenmare, Ireland

Hotel: Park Hotel Kenmare
Meals: Breakfast

Private transfer to Kenmare with touring en route

Kilkenny, Rock of Cashel or Bantry House & Garden

Accommodation in Kenmare at luxury hotel

Day 4
Kenmare, Ireland

Hotel: Park Hotel Kenmare
Meals: Breakfast

Full-day private excursion

Beara Peninsula, Kenmare, scenic villages, dramatic landscapes

Day 5
Killarney, Ireland

Hotel: The Europe Hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Private transfer to Killarney with touring en route

Ring of Kerry

Accommodation in Killarney at luxury hotel

Day 6
Adare, Ireland

Hotel: Adare Manor
Meals: Breakfast

Private transfer to Adare, with touring en route

Dingle Peninsula, prehistoric sites, seaside towns

Accommodation at ultra-luxury resort: Adare Manor, The Lodge at Doonbeg, or Dromoland Castle

Day 7
County Mayo, Ireland

Hotel: Ashford Castle
Meals: Breakfast

Private transfer to County Mayo, with touring en route

Cliffs of Moher, Burren, ancient forts, archeological sites, colorful villages, local smokehouse

Accommodation in County Mayo at ultra-luxury castle resort

Day 8
County Mayo, Ireland

Hotel: Ashford Castle
Meals: Breakfast

Full-day private excursion to Connemara National Park

Rugged landscapes, mountains, moors, tiny villages, sea views, Kylemore Abbey

Sheepdog demonstration

Day 9
County Mayo, Ireland

Hotel: Ashford Castle
Meals: Breakfast

Morning at leisure to enjoy resort

Afternoon hawk walk experience

Additional options can be arranged, upon request: golf, fishing, horseback riding, falconry, kayaking

Day 10
County Mayo, Ireland

Hotel: None
Meals: Breakfast

Private transfer to Shannon airport

Virtuoso Benefits

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