TRAVEL ADVICE

This is a suggested itinerary for a private group with a minimum of 12 people traveling together. Some of these experiences are seasonal and may not be available. In those instances, we will source alternatives for your group.

Treasures and hidden wonders comprise this small group tour of Ireland. Begin in Dublin—your personal driver regales you with tales on the way to your sumptuous 5-star hotel. Enjoy an inspired Afternoon Tea; each pastry is heaven. Savor a tasting at Guinness and then dive into pub dining at the cultural quarter, Temple Bar. Medieval Kilkenny is simply sublime… visit her Castle and feel the mysteries unfold.

Heading to the magical Kingdom of Kerry, kiss the Blarney Stone and expect to be pampered at your exquisite lakeside hotel. Participate in a superfood seaweed tasting tour! Rollicking Dingle is nearby, but it feels worlds away. This lovely town is a favorite, and you’ll take a traditional Irish cooking course here. In the evening, go to one of her pubs.  This town is famous for live music.

Now the Wild Atlantic Way is yours. Feel the ocean’s raw power. Connemara, home of poets and artists, is your base. Your journey ends in sweet County Clare with a feast and overnight stay at a 5-star castle. Try your hand at falconry or archery and then indulge in a spa treatment. This small group tour is authentically Ireland.

Included Unique Activities

  • Local Driver Meet and Greet and Dublin City tour on arrival
  • Designer afternoon tea in an iconic Dublin setting
  • Unique tour of the historic tenement buildings in Dublin
  • Guinness Storehouse Tour 
  • Traditional Irish Dinner Show 
  • Kiss the Blarney Stone
  • Kilkenny Castle Visit
  • Smithwick's Brewery Experience
  • Jaunting Car Ride to a Brewery with Tour & Tasting
  • Drive the Ring of Kerry
  • Get a hand-on traditional Irish Cooking Lesson
  • Visit the beautiful Harbor town of Dingle
  • Sit down for an evening with a traditional Seanchaí (storyteller)
  • Embark on a cultural adventure into the Lost Valley
  • Ireland's oldest oyster farm tour and tasting
  • Visit the spectacular Cliffs of Moher
  • Stay in one of Ireland's top Castles
  • Enjoy a fine dining farewell dinner
Smithwick's Experience

Smithwick's Experience

Dublin City Welcome and Orientation

Dublin City Welcome and Orientation

Afternoon Tea at the Westbury

Afternoon Tea at the Westbury

The Tale of Henrietta Street

The Tale of Henrietta Street

Guinness Storehouse Tour

Guinness Storehouse Tour

The Irish House Party Dinner Show

The Irish House Party Dinner Show

Blarney Castle and Park Admission

Blarney Castle and Park Admission

Kilkenny Castle

Kilkenny Castle

Accommodation

2 Nights

Central 5-Star Boutique Hotel

1 Night

4-Star Elegant City Center Hotel

3 Nights

Superior Lakeside Hotel

3 Nights

Lakeside Country Retreat

1 Night

World-renowned Castle Hotel

Transportation

  • Chauffeur Transportation with Professional Driver/Guide

Dining Options Included

  • Delectable Breakfast Each Morning
  • 6 Dining Experiences

Points of Interest

Dublin, County Dublin

Blarney, County Cork

Killarney, County Kerry

Ross Castle, County Kerry

Killarney National Park, County Kerry

Derrynane Beach, County Kerry

Dingle, County Kerry

Inch Beach, County Kerry

2023 LOW SEASON

Available Tour Dates

Oct, Nov, Dec

From $3,698 per person

2023 MID SEASON

Available Tour Dates

May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

From $4,298 per person

2024 LOW SEASON

Available Tour Dates

Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec

From $3,768 per person

2024 MID SEASON

Available Tour Dates

Apr, May, Oct

From $4,218 per person

2024 HIGH SEASON

Available Tour Dates

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

From $4,768 per person

Your Price Includes:

ACCOMMODATION

  • 10 Nights Authentic Irish Accommodations including 1 Night Castle Stay

TRANSPORTATION

  • Chauffeur Transportation with Professional Driver/Guide

DINING OPTIONS INCLUDED

  • Delectable Breakfast Each Morning
  • 6 Dining Experiences

INCLUDED UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

  • Local Driver Meet and Greet and Dublin City tour on arrival
  • Designer afternoon tea in an iconic Dublin setting
  • Unique tour of the historic tenement buildings in Dublin
  • Guinness Storehouse Tour
  • Traditional Irish Night Dinner Show 
  • Kiss the Blarney Stone
  • Kilkenny Castle Visit
  • Smithwick's Brewery Experience
  • Jaunting Car Ride to a Brewery with Tour & Tasting
  • Drive the Ring of Kerry
  • Get a hand-on traditional Irish Cooking Lesson
  • Visit the beautiful Harbor town of Dingle
  • Sit down for an evening with a traditional Seanchaí (storyteller)
  • Embark on a cultural adventure into the Lost Valley
  • Ireland's oldest Oyster Farm Tour & Tasting
  • Visit the spectacular Cliffs of Moher
  • Stay in one of Ireland's top Castles
  • Enjoy a fine dining farewell dinner

Prices Based On

  • All Taxes & Fees Included
  • Prices are Per Person based on 12 people traveling together
  • Traveling Alone? No Problem. Just Ask Us for a Single Supplement Price.

"Couples Vacation"

DeLane

Alabama

Lauren was wonderful to work with and helped us plan a perfect vacation in Ireland. Everything from our flights, rental car, and every BNB was outstanding! We've used Authentic Vacations for 3 trips to Ireland …...here's to planning the 4th in the near future! Thanks Lauren!

"Wonderful Ireland"

Chris

Florida

Amber, Ireland is wonderful, and we’re having a ball. We got in to Kinsale late this afternoon and are taking a breather now to overcome some jet lag. When the town wakes up tomorrow, we’ll see it and shop a bit before going on to Killarney and Muckross.  By the way, The Irish House Party was perfect. Fun, not loud and crass but classy and friendly, entertainment. We recommend it highly. Thank you for all you did to help us put this trip together.

"Amore Italy"

Jill

PA

I am a travel advisor that uses Authentic Vacations and my client just got back from Italy and can't say enough about the Italy tour we booked for her.  It was a Rome add on for cruise clients - it was a 3 night behind the scenes of agent Rome, and they LOVED it!!  Thank you, Ellie. The hotels, tours everything was great.  My clients want to go back to Italy again and I will use Ellie and Authentic Vacations in a heartbeat!!

"Ireland Holiday"

Tina and Pat

Michiagn

Jorie, well, we have returned from a most amazing holiday in Ireland.  The car rental worked out wonderfully.   Pick up and Drop off were a breeze.  Driving to Clifden, we added Downpatrick Head as a site to see. It's BEAUTIFUL.  Drove the Doo Lough Pass....Breathtaking! The trip was absolutely amazing. We absolutely LOVED our vacation and will definitely recommend Authentic Vacations to friends and family.

"Amazing Scotland"

Malissa & Rachel

Florida

Hi Lauren, I just wanted to take the time to tell you that Rachel and I had an AMAZING TIME!! Scotland was worth the wait, and I hope to be back soon. Every place we stayed at was very courteous and so kind., even with the last-minute changes we made. I will get in touch soon to book another vacation. Please keep me posted if there's any deals around. Again, thank you from the bottom of my heart. 

"Perfect Italy Honeymoon"

Claire & Kendall

Arkansas

Our trip was phenomenal!!! We loved every second of it. Joleen, thank you so much for organizing it for us. We are SO grateful for your help and everything that the company did to make our trip memorable and carefree! It was the perfect honeymoon experience, and we will definitely look into using you all again in the future.

"Family Vacation Ireland & Scotland"

Lisa

KY

We recently returned from a dream trip in Scotland and Ireland. We worked with Lonna and she is incredible. Lonna answered all my questions with care and kindness and worked on our trip to make sure I got to see everything I had dreamed about. I can’t say enough great things about her, she really does care about her clients. Thanks Lonna

"Italy Bucket List"

Dale

Wisconsin

We recently completed our trip to Italy after walking the Camiño de Santiago. The trip included Tuscany, Sicily, and Rome with a cruise to the Holy Land between Sicily and Rome. We worked with Naomi on the original planning and Joleen on the execution. Both were exceptional to work with and both are true professionals. Every facet of the trip, from transportation to billeting to excursions, was flawlessly planned and executed. We worked with Authentic Vacations for three trips this summer, Ireland, Scotland, and Italy we could not be more pleased with the service they provided us. Thank you!

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