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Trip to Ireland for Young Couples
A semi-escorted tour designed to provide the perfect mixture of social culture and entertainment throughout Ireland while traveling with other young couples.
Trip Overview
Young Couples Group Trip
Tenon Tours understands that some travelers are looking for the opportunity to set their own travel dates and choose their own adventures. We created a distinct tour option for travelers who wish to go-it with their own schedule in mind. In addition, did you know that Ireland is host to 10,000 pubs? You may not have known that, but what you do know, is that young couples tend to be some of the most social travelers in the world. Travel with other young couples while you explore the many sights and streets of Ireland, while hitting as many of the 10,000 pubs as you can. Aside from the unbelievable itinerary already set, you will have an opportunity to experience all that Ireland has to offer.
The Young Couples tour to Ireland sets Tenon Tours apart from other Irish tour operators by allowing you the opportunity to visit our featured hotels and explore the featured tours whether you are traveling alone or with friends. YOU have the power to choose, no matter what - a difference that puts Tenon Tours above all others.
Inclusions
Your Young Couples Tour Includes -
- 7 nights in premiere hotel accommodations (pre/post nights available)
- Overnight stays in Dublin, Cork, Killarney, & Lahinch
- All transfers to/from airports/hotels/towns while in Ireland
- All hotel taxes/fees
- Traditional Irish breakfast every morning
- Tour Host or Emergency Contact available 24/7
- Complete offering of tours and events (see “Tours” tab)
- Welcome parties upon arrival in Dublin, Cork, and Killarney
- Airfare available from most US departure cities (additional)
Itinerary
Take a look at the full itinerary and some of the many events and tours you can take advantage of during your Ireland vacation. Remember, the beauty of our trip is that it provides the necessary transportation, city-center accommodations, and featured tours and events, but is flexible enough to give you the power to pick and choose what it is that you really want to do on your Ireland trip. This means, if half of the group wants to check out the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin, while the others spend the day shopping on O’Connell Street - that’s ok; Tenon Tours can make that happen!
*Please note: Tour usually requires an overnight departure the Saturday before the tour begins.
Day 1: Sunday - Arrive in Dublin, Ireland
Arrive in the early morning to Dublin International Airport, where you will be greeted by your Tenon Tours Host* and directed to your hotel transportation. Upon arrival to your hotel, our Tour Host offers a short “Introduction to Ireland”, before checking-in and having the day at your leisure. For those of you who would like to immerse yourself into the local sporting culture, the featured event will be a Gaelic Football or Hurling Match at Croke Park and be sure not to miss tonight’s wildest welcome party* hosted at a nearby pub!
Day 2: Monday - Dublin
Spend the morning recovering from last night’s welcome party or begin exploring the streets, shops, and pubs of Dublin. You may choose to join in a tour of the Guinness Storehouse and enjoy a complimentary pint in the top-floor Gravity Bar overlooking Dublin.
Day 3: Tuesday - Dublin to Cork
Enjoy a traditional Irish breakfast at your leisure this morning. Today, board the bus for a pleasant drive through the countryside to Cork, located on the south coast. Check into your city-center hotel and explore the city while you mingle with the locals and familiarize yourself with the local pub scene.
Day 4: Cork
Give back to the people of Ireland by participating in the community event arranged by Tenon Tours, challenge your mates to a local pub crawl, or take advantage of the featured tour to the Blarney Castle & Stone, where you will be blessed with the gift of eloquence. Ask your tour host for details or for information on tonight’s pub event.
Day 5: Thursday - Cork to Killarney
Wake up to your traditional Irish breakfast, pack up your room, and board the bus to Killarney. Check-in before taking in Killarney at your own speed, or relax in preparation for your 3rd welcome party* of the week! See your Tour Host* for details or a list of local pubs and events.
Day 6: Friday - Killarney
Another day to explore Killarney - you may join our trip to the Dingle Peninsula or Ring of Kerry, Ireland’s most popular scenic areas with the country’s highest mountains on one side and Atlantic coast on the other. Bike tours are also available or you may enjoy the local scene of Killarney, it’s always your choice! Tonight, take part in a local pub crawl with your mates.
Day 7: Saturday - Killarney to Lahinch
Depart Killarney and check-in to your hotel in Lahinch for the final stop. Take full advantage of the serenity as you wind down from a wild week. Today you may want to join our excursion to see the majestic Cliffs of Moher.
Day 8: Sunday - Lahinch to Shannon/Home
Say goodbye to Ireland and your new friends as we leave Lahinch for Shannon to board your return flights home, or extend your stay and head to Galway! Contact us for details.
Safe travels and we’ll see you next year!
*Tour Host and Welcome Parties/Events are based on a minimum of 10 travelers
**Bolded items are completely optional to give you the flexibility to spend your time as you choose!
Itinerary subject to change.
Featured Hotels
With a commitment to immersing our travelers into each city’s culture, Tenon Tours realizes the importance of selecting your accommodations to enhance your travel experience. Hotels are carefully chosen based on location and quality in an effort to meet your expectations and ensure your satisfaction. Locations are considered to provide the conveniences of the city’s attractions, local restaurants, pubs and public transportation. Whether it’s a boutique hotel or a large chain property, our Premiere hotels will always have a quality rating of 3 or 4 stars, as well as a Trip Advisor rating of 3 or higher.
Dublin Hotels
The Temple Bar Hotel
The Temple Bar Hotel in Dublin offers a prime location with many major attractions just beyond your doorstep, including the infamous shopping areas of Henry Street, O’Connell Street and Grafton Street, and the world renowned Trinity College home to the Book of Kells. This property is a short bus-ride to the Guinness Storehouse, the National Museum of Ireland and many of Dublin’s top visitor attractions. Temple Bar Hotel features 129 bedrooms, dining and bar facilities.
Grafton Capital Hotel
Behind the façade of a traditional Georgian townhouse, the Grafton Capital Hotel offers all the comforts and conveniences of a modern hotel. Spacious accommodation, high standards of service and genuine Dublin hospitality are guaranteed during your stay at this hotel. Theatres, a host of diverse restaurants, vibrant bars and clubs, not to mention, Dublin’s main shopping district of Grafton Street are merely footsteps away from the hotel. Many of Dublin’s top cultural and visitor attractions are located within easy reach of this premiere location.
Cork Hotels
The Clarion
Don’t let the name fool you… this is one of the most desirable hotels in the heart of Cork and recently won “International Hotel of the Year” award for 2008. Superbly located overlooking Cork’s famous River Lee and facing the inspired architecture of City Hall, the Clarion Hotel is in the center of Cork City close to the business, shopping and entertainment areas. The Hotel features 191 bedrooms (all non smoking), 6 apartments, 6 meeting rooms, Health & Fitness Club and Spa.
Killarney Hotels
The Killarney International
The Killarney International Hotel offers the most up to date facilities within a truly luxurious setting. Facilities are of the highest quality and international standards. This property is located in Killarney’s town centre and has been established for almost a century. This old-world hotel provides a range of modern facilities with professional and friendly service while retaining all the charm and elegance of a bygone age.
Randles Court Hotel
Formerly a private home dating back to 1906, this luxury 77-room hotel in Killarney has been tastefully restored giving our guests the comfort and elegance of an era long since past. Relax and enjoy the comfort of an open log fire in the Drawing Room or pass the evening away with your favorite pint in Wiggs Bar.
Lahinch Hotels
Lahinch Golf & Leisure Hotel
The 4-star Lahinch Golf & Leisure Hotel is located in the picturesque seaside village of Lahinch on the west coast of Ireland. The hotel has been tastefully restored giving its guests the comfort and elegance of an era long past. With a superb location, this exquisite hotel boasts large comfortable beds, spacious bathrooms and every convenience for the modern traveler.
Featured Tours
Tenon Tours offers a wide range of optional featured tours and events that will make your Ireland vacation more memorable, or in the case of the Countrywide Pub Crawl, a lot less! These featured tours and events will be available for purchase both before you leave and when you arrive. Check out the list below; the town from which each tour leaves from is listed as next to the tour.
Countrywide Pub Crawl (Countrywide)
We’ve planned an event that will surely challenge even the most loyal pub patrons! Visit our hand-picked selection of 20+ of the best pubs across Ireland! Don’t worry…you have seven full days to do this, so pace yourself and remember it’s a marathon, not a race. Visit all 20 and you’ll be rewarded!
*AVAILABLE IN 2009!
Guinness Brewery and Sampling (Dublin)
Join us for a tour and sampling at the Guinness Brewery, Ireland’s #1 International visitor attraction. Since opening in November 2000, the Guinness Storehouse has attracted over 4 million visitors from every corner of the Globe. Enjoy the tour of the Storehouse before sampling the goods at the top-level Gravity Bar as you catch a view of the city.
Sporting Event at Croke Park (Dublin)
Forget Beckham, forget the Super Bowl…for any true-blooded Irishman, Gaelic Football, Rugby and Hurling are the only sports that matter, and they’re played with a vengeance all over Ireland - but nothing beats the live games at Croke Park with 82,000 screaming fans!
Blarney Castle & Stone (Killarney)
The Blarney Castle, located northwest of Cork in Blarney Village, was built by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy, almost 600 years ago and still stands as a partial ruin today. It is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is also home to the Stone of Eloquence, also called the Blarney Stone. Kiss it and gain the gift the eloquence!
Ring of Kerry (Killarney)
The Ring of Kerry is a famous area in the Southwestern corner of Ireland which offers a thoroughly magnificent drive through mountains and by lakes, historical buildings, and some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe.
Dingle Peninsula (Killarney)
The Dingle Peninsula has some of the most stunning scenery Ireland has to offer, as showcased in films such as Ryan’s Daughter and Far and Away.
Cliffs of Moher (Lahinch)
Finish your trip with the sight that will forever be burned in your memory. The Cliffs of Moher sit just 10 minutes North of Lahinch, stand 700 ft high at the highest point and span a range of 5 miles. If you happen to miss everything else in Ireland (because of the pub crawl perhaps?), you cannot miss the Cliffs of Moher!