Tour · Collette · 13 nights

The Best of Ireland

Meet families preserving Ireland's heritage at farms
Enjoy a hands-on hurling experience and learn about Gaelic sports
Explore the charming island town of Enniskillen and visit a local gin distillery

$10,949 pp twin share

$13,349 pp solo share

13 nights

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The Best of Ireland

Departs 7 July 2027 Returns 11 July 2028

Duration13 nights

OperatorCollette

StyleTour

HighlightImmerse yourself in Ireland's stories, landscapes, and traditions through encounters that bring the country to life

Explore Dublin's history and culture with a local expert. Discover Ireland's emigration stories at interactive museums. Experience the natural wonders of the Wild Atlantic Way

Experience Ireland through encounters that bring its stories, landscapes, and traditions to life. Wander Dublin with a local expert before a visit to an immersive museum exploring stories of Irish emigration. Taste your way through the streets of Belfast with a culinary guide and savor the local flavors as you explore. Meet families who preserve Ireland’s heritage at Caherconnell and Tory Hill House farm. Make the most of a day on your own in Galway to experience all this lively city has to offer. Take in the iconic sights of Ireland from Giant’s Causeway to the Slieve League Cliffs. Discover a rocky isle of rolling green hills, music-filled pubs, and a storied past.

$10,949

pp twin share

$13,349

pp solo share

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

7 July 2027

Returns

11 July 2028

Duration

13 nights

From pp twin share

$10,949 pp

From pp solo cabin

$13,349 pp

07 Jul 2027 - 20 Jul 2027
from $11,399 pp twin share / $14,149 pp solo *
21 Jul 2027 - 03 Aug 2027
from $11,399 pp twin share / $14,149 pp solo *
11 Aug 2027 - 24 Aug 2027
from $11,399 pp twin share / $14,149 pp solo *
15 Sep 2027 - 28 Sep 2027
from $11,999 pp twin share / $14,699 pp solo *
22 Sep 2027 - 05 Oct 2027
from $11,999 pp twin share / $14,699 pp solo *
29 Sep 2027 - 12 Oct 2027
from $11,999 pp twin share / $14,699 pp solo *
06 Oct 2027 - 19 Oct 2027
from $11,999 pp twin share / $14,699 pp solo *
13 Oct 2027 - 26 Oct 2027
from $11,399 pp twin share / $14,149 pp solo *
27 Oct 2027 - 09 Nov 2027
from $11,399 pp twin share / $14,149 pp solo *
03 Nov 2027 - 16 Nov 2027
from $10,949 pp twin share / $13,349 pp solo *
15 Mar 2028 - 28 Mar 2028
from $11,249 pp twin share / $13,949 pp solo *
29 Mar 2028 - 11 Apr 2028
from $11,249 pp twin share / $13,949 pp solo *
12 Apr 2028 - 25 Apr 2028
from $11,399 pp twin share / $14,149 pp solo *
19 Apr 2028 - 02 May 2028
from $11,399 pp twin share / $14,149 pp solo *
26 Apr 2028 - 09 May 2028
from $11,699 pp twin share / $14,399 pp solo *
03 May 2028 - 16 May 2028
from $11,999 pp twin share / $14,699 pp solo *
07 May 2028 - 20 May 2028
from $11,999 pp twin share / $14,699 pp solo *
10 May 2028 - 23 May 2028
from $11,999 pp twin share / $14,699 pp solo *
17 May 2028 - 30 May 2028
from $11,999 pp twin share / $14,699 pp solo *
24 May 2028 - 06 Jun 2028
from $11,999 pp twin share / $14,699 pp solo *
31 May 2028 - 13 Jun 2028
from $12,149 pp twin share / $14,849 pp solo *
07 Jun 2028 - 20 Jun 2028
from $12,149 pp twin share / $14,849 pp solo *
14 Jun 2028 - 27 Jun 2028
from $12,149 pp twin share / $14,849 pp solo *
21 Jun 2028 - 04 Jul 2028
from $12,149 pp twin share / $14,849 pp solo *
28 Jun 2028 - 11 Jul 2028
from $12,149 pp twin share / $14,849 pp solo *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Dublin, Ireland
Arrive in Dublin, a city rich with layered history and lively culture. With no planned activities today, the time is yours to explore independently. This evening, meet your fellow travelers and toast the start of your journey with dinner at a local restaurant.
2
Dublin
Join your Tour Manager on a walk through Dublin’s lively streets, gaining insight into the historic places and modern culture of this eclectic city. After free time for lunch, delve into stories of Irish emigration. Follow in the footsteps of those who fled the famine as you board the Jeanie Johnston, a replica museum ship. At EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, trace the history of how more than 10 million people left Ireland over the centuries and its influence on the world. The evening is yours to explore on your own.
3
Dublin - Belfast, Northern Ireland
This morning, cross the border into Northern Ireland and enjoy a visit to Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Northern Ireland’s royal residence. Afterward, it’s on to Belfast, a buzzing capital city. Kick it off by meeting up with local foodies for a culinary walking tour, enjoying Belfast’s flavors as you explore the city. After checking into your hotel, the rest of the evening is yours to further explore Belfast’s vibrant scene.
4
Belfast
Start your day with a visit to the farmhouse home of a local in Killinchy. After a hands-on lesson in making your own soda bread, be treated to lunch with homegrown produce from the farmhouse garden. This afternoon, enjoy free time to discover Belfast at your leisure.
6
Donegal
Set out to explore the Wild Atlantic Way. Visit the Slieve League Cliffs, offering stunning views over the Sligo Mountains and Donegal Bay. Three times higher than the Cliffs of Moher, these iconic cliffs are amongst the highest and most scenic in Europe. Then, take in the beauty of Killybegs, Ireland’s largest fishing port, on a short harbor cruise before finishing the day back in Donegal.
7
Donegal - Enniskillen, Northern Ireland
This morning, meet the Lowry family, owners of the Blessingbourne Estate. Get a peek inside the private living quarters of Blessingbourne House and hear how this wonderful property has been passed through generations of the same family, all while enjoying their Irish hospitality. Enjoy free time for lunch upon arriving in Enniskillen, a charming island town. This afternoon, visit a local gin distillery on the banks of Lough Erne and discover how this family business has grown into an integral part of the local community.
8
Enniskillen - Mayo - Galway
Experience Ireland’s rural past at the National Museum of Ireland. Set on the beautiful 40-acre Turlough Park estate, interactive galleries bring to life the traditions, crafts, and rural lifestyles of Irish people since the 1800s. Continue your journey from Mayo to Galway, a lively city where medieval relics meet modern flair. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
9
Galway
The day is yours to explore. Perhaps pop into a pub for a drink with the locals, browse one of the city’s many museums, or shop along bustling Quay Street. You may also consider an optional tour to Kylemore Abbey, driving through Connemara National Park before touring the historic monastery.
10
Galway - Cork
Today, get a glimpse into Irish farming culture with a visit to a traditional sheep farm, where you’ll watch a sheepdog herding demonstration and meet the hardworking canine partners. Learn about the ancient Irish farming tradition of Winterage, practiced for thousands of years in the Burren, a UNESCO Global Geopark. Next, visit Tory Hill House Farm, a small organic, family-run farm led by three generations of women and rooted in sustainable, traditional methods. Their herd grazes on wildflower meadows, and their farm shop serves as a vital link for the local community. Later, arrive in Cork, a lively city known for its riverside walks and the historic 18th-century English Market.
11
Cork
This morning, explore Cork City Gaol during an Impact Moment at the castle-like former prison dating back to 1824. Once held here was Countess Constance Markievicz, one of the most influential figures in Ireland’s struggle for independence and the first woman elected to the British Parliament. In the afternoon, follow in the footsteps of many Irish emigrants with a short train journey from Cork to Cobh, the Titanic’s final port of call. Meet a local guide for an in-depth tour of this historic harbor town, ending with a home-hosted meal.
12
Cork - Kilkenny
Today, enjoy lunch at a traditional Irish pub, owned by the same family for 200 years. Listen to stories about family ancestors, and the social role that pubs play within rural communities. Afterwards, watch a hurling demonstration, a traditional sport of Ireland, with the opportunity to participate yourself! Continue to Kilkenny, one of Ireland’s most charming cities.
13
Kilkenny
This morning, it’s your choice! Enjoy a day of leisure to explore the town and Kilkenny Castle on your own -OR- visit Rothe House, a 16th century merchant’s home on Kilkenny’s medieval mile. This beautifully preserved town house in the heart of Kilkenny offers a vivid window into the life of a prosperous family in the 16th century. No matter what activities fill your day, come together in the evening for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. Sláinte!
14
Kilkenny - Tour Ends
Wish the Emerald Isle goodbye as you depart for home.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

Meet the owners of Blessingbourne Estate and learn the fascinating history of their family home.
Learn how Irish farmers work in harmony with the land during visits to a traditional sheep farm and a small, family-run organic farm.
Discover the thrill of Ireland’s ancient Gaelic sport at a family-run hurling experience.
Be immersed in the stories of Irish emigration at the Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin.
Experience the ethereal landscape of Giant's Causeway.
Learn about Derry's political history during a locally guided city tour.

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