Ireland In Low Season
Ireland In Low Season
$1835
Ireland In Low Season
7 Days Starting and ending in Dublin, Ireland
Visiting: Dublin, Kilkenny, Killarney, Galway
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IRELS
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
10 - 51
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Experience the charm of Ireland in the low season with this immersive tour that takes you through the country's top cities and natural wonders. Begin your journey in Dublin, exploring iconic sites like St Patrick’s Cathedral, before heading to the medieval city of Kilkenny and the historic seaport of Waterford. Discover the vibrant city of Cork and the picturesque village of Adare, then marvel at the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher. Enjoy full days in Dublin and Killarney, with opportunities to visit the oldest pub in Ireland and the stunning landscapes of Connemara. Travel in comfort on a modern air-conditioned coach and stay in quality hotels, making this the perfect way to experience Ireland's rich heritage and scenic beauty.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Of Tour In Dublin
Location: Dublin
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Dublin and day one of this relaxing Irish winter guided tour! Meet up with your tour leader and fellow travellers at the hotel before embarking on an orientation tour. Discover the city’s many highlights before visiting St Patrick’s Cathedral. Enjoy some free time to explore the magic of this city at leisure, or join the optional excursion for a true taste of Ireland! Kick off with an authentic pub lunch. Continue with a visit to a whiskey museum for a tasting and finish the excursion by admiring the Books of Kells in the Trinity College Old Library. This evening, head back to the hotel for a treat – a delicious three-course dinner!
Dublin orientation tour: Embark on a driving tour of Dublin with your tour leader and see the top attractions, Including Christ Church Cathedral, The Spire, Trinity College Dublin, the Oscar Wilde Memorial Sculpture and much more!
Visit St Patrick’s Cathedral: Enjoy a visit to the impressive St Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, built in the late 1100s and currently the Church of Ireland’s national cathedral.
Day 2: Dublin - Kilkenny - Waterford
Location: Kilkenny
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Awake to dreamy Dublin and enjoy a hotel breakfast before hopping on the coach to the next destination – the mediaeval city of Kilkenny! Upon arrival, embark on an orientation tour of this magical city built on the banks of the River Nore and spot the 13th-century Kilkenny’s Cathedral. Next, enjoy free time for lunch and explore attractions like Kilkenny Castle. Or, join the optional excursion for lunch in the historical Kyteler’s Inn, followed by a visit to Smithwick’s brewery, the oldest in Ireland, and a visit to the St Canice Cathedral for unmatched views! Next, head to Waterford and embark on an orientation tour once you arrive this evening. Enjoy an included hotel dinner with the group tonight.
Kilkenny orientation tour: Join your tour leader on an orientation walk through Kilkenny and discover highlights such as Kilkenny Castle, Shee Alms House, The Tholsel, Butterslip Lane, and the Rothe House & Garden.
Waterford orientation tour: Embark on a discovery of the Waterford quays, the Clock Tower, the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Christ Church Cathedral, Waterford Museum of Treasures, City Hall and Reginald’s Tower.
Waterford House of Crystal: Visit the retail shop of one of the most renowned crystal houses in the world and marvel at the permanent exhibitions.
Day 3: Waterford - Cork - Blarney Castle - Killarney
Location: Killarney
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, wave goodbye to Waterford as the tour continues on to its next destination: Killarney. But first, journey to Cork for an afternoon of exploration and adventure. Discover everything you need to know about Ireland's third-largest city during your orientation tour with your tour leader. Then, enjoy free time to grab some lunch and explore at leisure or get the gift of gab by kissing Blarney's stone on our optional excursion to Blarney castle! Later this afternoon, arrive in Killarney. Take some time to wander around this charming town. In the evening, check into the hotel before sitting down for a hearty dinner.
Cork orientation tour: Join your tour leader on a lovely city stroll. Discover the vibrant city of Cork, which is jam-packed with things to do and places to see, such as the Father Matthew Statue and the charming 18th-century English Market.
Day 4: Killarney: Free Day
Location: Killarney
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, take full advantage of your free day to admire the splendour of Killarney! After breakfast, head out for a day of any activities you wish. Alternatively, join the full-day optional excursion including a scenic drive around the iconic Ring of Kerry. Take a jaunting ride and admire the dreamy landscapes of Killarney National Park while learning about Ireland’s rich history. Enjoy an Irish coffee at a local inn, wander around Waterville seaside, shop for souvenirs in Sneem and snap some postcard-like photos along the way! This is truly the best way to spend your free day in Killarney.
Day 5: Killarney - Adare - Limerick - Cliffs Of Moher - Galway
Location: Galway
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, say goodbye to Killarney as the tour continues to Galway. En route, stop for some stunning photos in Adare, a picturesque village famous for its thatched-roof cottages. Next, continue to the compact old town of Limerick. Once you arrive, join your tour leader on an orientation tour. Tick off highlights such as The Treaty Stone, King John's Castle and Saint Munchin's Catholic Church. Enjoy free time for lunch before departing to the Cliffs of Moher – Ireland’s top attraction on tour! Marvel at and photograph these striking cliffs, then continue to Galway for this evening's accommodation. Arrive and get immersed into this centuries-old harbour town on an orientation tour. Enjoy free time to grab dinner before heading to the hotel.
Adare comfort stop: Visit the picturesque village of Adare, designated as an official heritage town, on a comfort stop and marvel at the thatched roof houses, perfect for pictures.
Visit Limerick: Pay a visit to the Treaty Stone; legend says the Treaty of Limerick was signed here, which ended the Williamite War in Ireland between the Jacobites and the supporters of William of Orange, and concluded the Siege of Limerick. Snap some great photos of the 13th century King John’s Castle from across the river.
Experience the views at the Cliffs of Moher: Get those cameras ready for awe-inspiring views of rugged cliffs and crashing waves! The Cliffs of Moher are truly breathtaking and certainly one of the top Ireland travel highlights
Galway orientation tour: Explore the harbour city of Galway with your tour leader and admire highlights such as the Spanish Arch, Quay Street, and the Long Walk.
Day 6: Galway - Connemara - Athlone - Dublin
Location: Dublin
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning have a lie-in, or take the opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful places along Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way. Visit Kylemore Abbey on an optional excursion where serenity meets dramatic landscape. Savour a cream tea before driving through Connemara National Park. Capture its stunning views between the loughs and mountains. Enjoy a visit to the picturesque medieval town of Athlone, which is home to the oldest pub in Ireland! Next, depart for Dublin. Check into the hotel and join the optional excursion for an unforgettable final evening of Irish music, food and dance!
Athlone orientation tour: Visit the medieval town of Athlone and join your tour leader in exploring Athlone Castle, the River Shannon and the oldest pub in Ireland!
Day 7: End Of Tour In Dublin
Location: Dublin
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a week of exploring the most memorable sights and collecting life-changing experiences in Ireland, the tour comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you'd like to stay in touch with your new travel family, remember to exchange contact details before departing. Expat Explore hopes you had an incredible time making lifelong memories on tour, and we hope to see you on the road again soon!
What's Included
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Accommodation
6 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability).
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Transport
Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard. Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days).
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Meals
6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners. Vegetarian options available for all meals on request.
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Experiences
Discover Dublin, Ireland’s capital, on a driving tour. Visit the must-see St Patrick’s Cathedral. Capture Kilkenny’s culture on an orientation tour. Visit the seaport of Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city. See the city’s famous crystal house. Let Cork, Ireland’s second-largest city, captivate you. Embrace the heritage in the picturesque village of Adare. Visit Limerick; see the Treaty Stone & King John's Castle. Take a photo at the iconic Cliffs of Moher. Get acquainted with the harbour city of Galway. Visit Ireland's oldest pub in Athlone.
What's Not Included
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International flights
Travel to the start point and from the endpoint is not included.
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Travel insurance
For a relatively small price, travel insurance provides you with the peace of mind so that you can enjoy your tour without any worries.
All passengers travelling on an Expat Explore tour are required to have valid travel insurance cover and you are responsible for arranging your own insurance.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort on a modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and an onboard toilet. Public transport may also be used as part of the tour, excluding free days.
Accommodation
Enjoy 6 nights in 2, 3 & 4-star hotel accommodations in twin rooms with private bathrooms. Single travelers can opt for a private room with a single supplement, subject to availability.
Traveller Comfort - *COACH* tours
We welcome all travellers on our tours but we would like to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. In light of this, please ensure that you are happy with the below information and level of fitness required.
Expat Explore tries to be as accommodating as possible, however, our tours are unfortunately not designed for people travelling with wheelchairs or severe mobility issues.
Our tours are fast paced because they are designed for you to see the most a destination has to offer. We also want to ensure that you explore as much as possible, which may require long periods without stops on the coach as we drive to a new destination.
We offer walking tours in most cities (up to 3 hours), and a wheelchair is not always a practical option as there are often cobbled streets and stairs on these tours.
For travellers in wheelchairs, you will only be able to store your wheelchair under the coach with the other luggage. Thus, on the long drives between cities you will not necessarily have access to your wheelchair if we make a quick bathroom stop along the way. Please note that travelling with a wheelchair could prove difficult as our coaches don't have wheelchair lifts, as such you will need to be able to board and alight the coach on your own.
With regards to our accommodation, not all hotels have lifts and this means potentially having to carry bags up and down stairs.
For more information regarding traveller fitness please see our Terms and Conditions.
Health and Fitness
We welcome all travellers on our tours but we would like to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. In light of this, please ensure that you are happy with the below information and level of fitness required.
Expat Explore tries to be as accommodating as possible, however, our tours are unfortunately not designed for people travelling with wheelchairs or severe mobility issues.
Our tours are fast paced because they are designed for you to see the most a destination has to offer. We also want to ensure that you explore as much as possible, which may require long periods without stops on the coach as we drive to a new destination.
We offer walking tours in most cities (up to 3 hours), and a wheelchair is not always a practical option as there are often cobbled streets and stairs on these tours.
For travellers in wheelchairs, you will only be able to store your wheelchair under the coach with the other luggage. Thus, on the long drives between cities you will not necessarily have access to your wheelchair if we make a quick bathroom stop along the way. Please note that travelling with a wheelchair could prove difficult as our coaches don't have wheelchair lifts, as such you will need to be able to board and alight the coach on your own.
With regards to our accommodation, not all hotels have lifts and this means potentially having to carry bags up and down stairs.
Experiences
Discover Dublin, Ireland’s capital, on a driving tour
Visit the must-see St Patrick’s Cathedra
Capture Kilkenny’s culture on an orientation tour
See the seaport of Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city
Visit Waterford House of Crystal
Let Cork, Ireland’s second-largest city, captivate you
Embrace the heritage in the picturesque village of Adare
Visit Limerick; see the treaty Stone & King John's Castle
Take a photo at the iconic Cliffs of Moher
Get acquainted with the harbour city of Galway
Visit Ireland's oldest pub in Athlone
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in a modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a toilet onboard. Any public transport used as part of the tour is also included, except on free days.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
The tour includes 6 nights in 2, 3, and 4-star hotel accommodations in twin rooms with private bathrooms. Single travelers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room, subject to availability.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners. Vegetarian options are available for all meals upon request.
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What are some of the key experiences included in the tour?
Key experiences include a driving tour of Dublin, visits to St Patrick's Cathedral, Kilkenny's Cathedral, Waterford's crystal house, Cork, Adare, Limerick, the Cliffs of Moher, Galway, and Ireland's oldest pub in Athlone.
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Is travel insurance required for this tour?
Yes, all passengers traveling on an Expat Explore tour are required to have valid travel insurance cover. You are responsible for arranging your own insurance.
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What optional excursions are available during the tour?
Optional excursions include a pub lunch and whiskey museum visit in Dublin, lunch at Kyteler's Inn and a visit to Smithwick's brewery in Kilkenny, a visit to Blarney Castle in Cork, a full-day excursion around the Ring of Kerry in Killarney, and a visit to Kylemore Abbey and Connemara National Park.
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What should I know about the fitness level required for this tour?
The tour is fast-paced and includes walking tours in most cities, which can last up to 3 hours. It is not designed for people with severe mobility issues or those traveling with wheelchairs, as the coaches do not have wheelchair lifts and some hotels may not have lifts.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
If you are travelling alone there is no compulsory charge - you will share a twin room with another passenger of the same gender. There is an optional single supplement/private room upgrade available for single travellers who wish to have a private room. This can be added at the time of booking or by contacting our team.
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Children on tour?
Our tours are not suitable for young children which is why we have a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email. Minors (between 10 and 18 years of age) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who accepts full responsibility for them. Unaccompanied minors will not be accepted on tour. Expat Explore reserves the right to decline any booking at our discretion. Any minor (between 10 and 18 years of age) is priced the same as an adult.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
The health and safety of our travellers and employees are our top priority. Which means, when you travel with us, our enhanced hygiene protocols will ensure you do so in a safe and responsible way - ask for details of current policies.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Expat Explore we value responsible travel and are committed to exploring the world consciously and kindly. We are proud to make responsible travel possible with a number of our sustainable travel practices!
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Relate is a South African based not-for-profit organisation that Expat Explore supports. The group aims to help those less fortunate create better lives for themselves through a variety of fundraising initiatives. On our South Africa tours, each passenger will receive an Expat Explore branded Relate bracelet. We donate the cost of these bracelets to our chosen Relate charity: the Nelson Mandela Sc
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Cancellation Policy
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