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Trip Inclusions
- Nine nights in premium accommodation
- Services of a Great Rail Journeys Tour Escort and expert local guides
- Includes 16 meals - Enjoy 9 Breakfasts and 7 Dinners
- Airport transfers and tipping
- A selection of Insider Experiences
Travel & Accommodation
Jameson Whiskey Distillery
Enjoy an excursion to the legendary Jameson whiskey distillery for a tour and tasting
Dramatic Cliffs of Moher
Explore the dramatic coastline of County Clare visiting the iconic Cliffs of Moher
Visit Blarney Castle
At Blarney Castle, one of Ireland’s greatest treasures, perhaps kiss of the Blarney Stone to gain the gift of the gab
Map & Itinerary
Trip Notes
- Itinerary, hotels and inclusions are subject to change
- Porterage is not included
- Prices include transfers and tipping
- Prices are for land/rail only. Flights not included
Insider Experiences
Designed exclusively for our guests
Insider Experience
Enjoy an included special or unique excursion or event
Arrive Dublin
Fly into Dublin, Ireland’s lively capital. Be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel.
Stay: Dublin, The Gibson Hotel
Daily :Dublin, Cork
From Dublin, begin your rail journey by train through Ireland’s lush rolling countryside, enjoying all the benefits of First Class. On arrival in Cork, take an excursion to Blarney Castle - one of Ireland’s greatest treasures. Legend has it that a kiss of the Blarney Stone will bless you with the gift of the gab, so give it a peck if you dare!
Stay: Two Nights, Cork, The Clayton
Daily :Cork
Insider Experience
Before an afternoon at leisure, enjoy an excursion to the legendary Jameson whiskey distillery for a tour and tasting.
With the afternoon at leisure, perhaps visit the symbol of the city, the Church of St Anne, and walk up the tower’s stone stairs for stunning views out over the city. Maybe head to a local pub for a taste of some rich Irish stew with a hearty side of mashed potatoes - and why not wash it down with a pint of stout to make it a truly quintessential Irish meal!
Daily :Kinsale, Killarney
Insider Experience
After dinner, you’ll be whisked away to the Celtic Steps Show for an enthralling evening of Irish music and dance.
Travel to Kinsale, where some leisure time allows you to explore the streets that wind down towards the harbour. Later, take a scenic drive to Killarney.
Stay: Two Nights, Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa or similar
Daily :Killarney, Ring of Kerry
Enjoy a drive around the beautiful Ring of Kerry - a mystical and unspoilt region of Ireland. Take in the truly dramatic mountain scenery and superb seascapes, before enjoying a merry horse-drawn cart ride.
Daily :Cliffs of Moher, Galway
Journey to Galway via the dramatic Cliffs of Moher. Continue along the coastline of County Clare, crossing the karst scenery of the Burren.
Stay: Two Nights: Galway, Menlo Park or similar
Daily :Galway, Connemara
Enjoy time to explore the Celtic Crystal Factory in Galway, then drive through the lush landscapes of Connemara National Park en route to visit the beautiful Kylemore Abbey.
Daily :Dublin
Enjoy free time in the ‘Capital of Connemera’, Clifden, before returning to Dublin by train.
Stay: Two Nights: Dublin, Hilton Gardens Inn Custom House
Daily :Dublin
Insider Experience
Visit the famous Guinness Storehouse and learn about the iconic brew.
Enjoy an insightful city tour before an Insider Experience at the Guinness Storehouse. Dinner this evening is at ‘The Merry Ploughboys’ - a must-do Irish experience.
Daily :Depart Dublin
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Daily :Everything was wonderful. There were great sight seeing trips and the guides were very knowledgeable.