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Grand Tour of Ireland

9 days, 4 cities  |  From $1,969 before flights  |  Payments as low as $70.32

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4.8 out of 5 stars

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Why go?

This is the Ireland you’ve always imagined: pub-lined streets, lush emerald countryside, historic castles and cathedrals, and more lakes and lochs than you can count. So whether you’re Irish to your core or only on March 17, there’s plenty of good craic to go around.

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What you'll get

  • Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
  • 7 nights in handpicked accommodations
  • 7 breakfasts and 2 dinners
  • Expert Tour Director
  • 24/7 support from our travel gurus
  • Insider city tours with local guide
  • Guinness Storehouse tour and free pint
  • Guided tour of St. Patrick’s Cathedral
  • Stop at the world-famous Cliffs of Moher

Picture yourself

  • Sipping a freshly-brewed pint at the Guinness Brewhouse
  • Kissing the Blarney Stone to score the gift of gab
  • Connecting with nature throughout the Ring of Kerry
  • Pub crawling along Quay Street in Galway
  • Searching for puffins high atop the Cliffs of Moher

Itinerary

Day 1: Overnight Flight

Find your seat, pick a movie, and then try to get a wee bit of shuteye. The majesty and raw beauty of Ireland awaits.

Day 2: Arrive in Dublin + Welcome Dinner

Welcome to Dublin, the capital of Ireland! Once you arrive and drop your bags off at the accommodation, take a stroll to St. Stephen’s Green, Grafton Street, and Temple bar, where pub culture, literary history, and all-around charm await.

In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner of local cuisine and drinks with fellow travelers at an authentic local spot. Afterwards, you’re free to take the party elsewhere!

Today’s highlights
  • Land at the airport and meet a waiting EF representative.
  • Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room.
  • Get familiar with the area around your hotel with an introductory walk with your Tour Director.

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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars

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Super beautiful fun lil road trip

5 out of 5 stars

Anonymous traveler, traveled in Jul 2024

Great trip with wonderful opportunities to get to know Irish culture and the hilarious and kind nature of Irish people. I will say that Dublin wasn't my favorite city, it has its quirks but it's not very clean so I was glad you don't spend too much time there and you're off to...

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Ireland!

5 out of 5 stars

Anonymous traveler, traveled in Jul 2024

I cannot recommend this trip enough! Ireland is a beautiful country that has everything in one place! Gorgeous cities with rolling countrysides. Amazing food and great night life! The weather is beautiful as well!

Best Craic!!!

5 out of 5 stars

Traveler Gha Ming, traveled in Jul 2024

Not the kind of craic (crack) you're thinking of, but just as fun! If you like city and country views this is the tour for you! Dublin is everything you heard it to be but the other counties like Killkenny, County Kerry and Galway holds the true spirit of being Irish. From...

Amazing

5 out of 5 stars

Anonymous traveler, traveled in Jun 2024

Had a great time!

100% worth it!!

5 out of 5 stars

Anonymous traveler, traveled in Jun 2024

I enjoyed this trip and our tour guide, Gavin. He did an amazing job at making the traveling enjoyable. There was a bunch of free time on this trip and he would give us other budget-friendly things to do. Also this trip has a mix between the country/nature and city atmosphere.

This is your sign to book the trip!

5 out of 5 stars

Traveler Kayla, traveled in Jun 2024

This trip to Ireland was great! It was my first time traveling alone but I met the best friends on this trip and had a blast with them! We had such a variety of options and ways to explore Ireland from city to countryside and everything in between. We packed this trip with as...

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