Enchanted South

8 days, 7 nights

 

 

Overview

Experience the best of Southern Ireland, from its bustling capital to the medieval city of Kilkenny and on to one of the wildest, most enchanting and culturally rich coastal touring routes in the world. Taste amazing fresh Irish cuisine washed down with locally produced beers, whiskeys and gin.

Highlights

• Spend a day driving the world-famous Ring of Kerry, taking in spectacular and unforgettable views.
• Get a taste of the sea with a stay in the fishing port of Kinsale, known as the foodie capital of Ireland.
• Sip a pint of the Black Stuff, also known as Guinness, at its Dublin home, and enjoy the 360-degree views over the city in the Gravity Bar.
• Stand atop the Cliffs of Moher and savor unrivaled views over the Atlantic Ocean.

 

Overnight Stops

8 days, 7 nights

Dublin (1) – Kilkenny (1) – Cork (2) – Killarney (2) – Clare (1)
Why not extend your stay and return to Dublin at the end of your trip?

 

Sample Itinerary

 

Day 1: Arrive in Ireland

Céad míle fáilte, as they say in Ireland, meaning a hundred thousand welcomes! What better way to start your vacation? After clearing customs, proceed to the arrivals hall where you will meet your private driver for your transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, take the opportunity to discover the city on a hop-on/hop-off bus tour before immersing yourself in all the activities on offer.

Highlights include: Guinness Storehouse, hop-on/hop-off sightseeing tour, admission to Guinness Storehouse, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Roe & Co Distillery, the Trinity College Book of Kells exhibit, Dublin Literary Pub Crawl

Overnight in Dublin
Tenon Recommends: O’Callaghan Hotels in Dublin City Centre

 

Day 2: Dublin – Kilkenny

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Head south to experience the medieval city of Kilkenny. Enjoy some of Ireland’s world-class equine industry with a visit to the Irish National Stud and see where these magnificent creatures live. Walk the halls of Kilkenny Castle as you learn of its 800-year history.

Highlights include: Irish National Stud & Gardens, Kilkenny Castle

Overnight in Kilkenny
Tenon Recommends: Hotel Kilkenny
(Breakfast included)

 

Day 3: Kilkenny – Cork

Start the day with a delicious breakfast before packing up. On your way to Cork, stop off in the Viking seaport of Waterford and visit the world-famous Waterford Crystal factory. Continue on to Cork with a stop in the pretty village of Cobh, which was the last port of call for the Titanic. Learn about Annie Moore from Cobh, who was the first person to come through Ellis Island.

Highlights include: Waterford Crystal Factory, Titanic Experience Cobh

Overnight in Cork
Tenon Recommends: Hotel Kinsale
(Breakfast included)

 

Day 4: Cork

Discover the fishing village of Kinsale today. Known as the foodie capital of Ireland, you’re sure to find treats to taste today, and Kinsale is the perfect place to experience a food tour and taste traditional honey mead.

Highlights include: Charles Fort, Kinsale Food Tour, Kinsale Mead Tasting

Overnight in Cork
Tenon Recommends: Hotel Kinsale
(Breakfast included)

 

Day 5: Cork to Killarney

After leaving Cork today, you’ll head to Killarney in County Kerry, also known in Ireland as “The Kingdom.” While driving through Killarney, you’ll pass through the small port town of Dingle, which has a huge reputation thanks to the recent Star Wars movies. See amazing beaches and views before turning back to Killarney, your base for the next two nights.

Optional highlights: Dingle Sea Safari

Overnight in Killarney
Tenon Recommends: International Hotel
(Breakfast included)

 

Day 6: Killarney

Experience the world-renowned Ring of Kerry by driving the 179-kilometer circular route around the Iveragh Peninsula. See breathtaking viewpoints including Ladies’ View, named after the visit of Queen Victoria and her Ladies-in-Waiting in 1861.

Highlights include: Jaunting car tour to Killarney National Park and Muckross House

Overnight in Killarney
Tenon Recommends: International Hotel
(Breakfast included)

 

Day 7: Killarney to Clare

Say goodbye to Killarney today and get ready for more amazing views as you head to Clare. Stop off in the pretty heritage village of Adare in County Limerick before continuing on to the Cliffs of Moher. If time allows, stop off in Doolin or Lisdoonvarna before driving back toward Ennis.

Highlights include: Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet and Bunratty Folk Park

Overnight in Clare
Tenon Recommends: Old Ground Hotel
(Breakfast included)

 

Day 8: Departure

Say Slån to Ireland today. Fly home with memories to last a lifetime and a desire to return and see more of what Ireland has to offer.
(Breakfast included)

 

Pricing

From $1,687 per person based on double occupancy*
*Price shown is an example of what to expect for a self-drive vacation. Each itinerary is customized and can change depending on seasonality, availability, etc.

This trip can be booked as a self-drive tour or chauffeur tour.

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