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Ultimate Ireland
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Length
12 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Belfast (Northern Ireland)
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Ends in
Belfast (Northern Ireland)
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Available Tour Start Dates
APR 18, 2026 to SEP 26, 2026
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Small Group
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From
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$8,545.25
Overview
Uncover the wild beauty and storied past of Ireland and Northern Ireland on this 12-day journey. Follow ancient stone paths through Glendalough’s mist-veiled valley. In Belfast, uncover the city’s modern identity through its vibrant street art and powerful murals. At the Giant’s Causeway, stand before nature’s geometry, perfectly ordered and otherworldly. Learn the secrets of traditional soda bread in Tracey’s farmhouse kitchen, warm with the scent of griddled flour and turf smoke. Travel by jaunting car beneath the shifting skies of the Ring of Kerry, then pause at the Cliffs of Moher, where wind and sea meet in endless motion. In Donegal, Lough Eske Castle offers quiet luxury amid deep woods and still water—a moment of calm, wrapped in history. From Galway’s painted shopfronts to the grandeur of Glenlo Abbey, this journey is a masterclass in contrast: wild and refined, timeworn and timeless.
Visited During Tour
Adare (Ireland) | Belfast (Northern Ireland) | Blarney (Ireland) | Cashel (Ireland) | Cliffs of Moher (Ireland) | Derry / Londonderry (Northern Ireland) | Donegal (Ireland) | Dublin (Ireland) | Galway (Ireland) | Giant's Causeway (Northern Ireland) | Glendalough (Ireland) | Kilkenny (Ireland) | Killarney (Ireland) | Ring of Kerry (Ireland) | Strangford (Northern Ireland)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
More Details
Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Ultimate Ireland tour dates available from Luxury Gold. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Luxury Gold Tour Code 240-929
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1Welcome to Energetic Belfast
On arrival, your private chauffeur will be waiting to take you to your luxury hotel. Visit The Observatory Bar and take in glittering views of the city stretching into the distance, before savoring an a la carte dinner of Northern Irish favorites to celebrate your Ireland luxury tour.
- Meals Included:
- Dinner
Accommodations: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast -
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2Highlights of Belfast Relaxed Start
Visit the world-class Titanic Museum for a vivid picture of the past , before customising your time in Belfast. Step out with a Local Expert and explore the City Hall, prestigious Queen's University and Parliament Building at Stormont or meet a local artist to discover Belfast’s progressive street art.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast -
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3Giant's Causeway and Londonderry
Experience Northern Ireland's most spectacular geological wonder, the UNESCO Listed Giant's Causeway on a private tour with a Local Ranger. On arrival in Londonderry, Local Guide Ronan, one of Northern Ireland's best storytellers, will captivate you with his deep knowledge of history and politics.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast -
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4Strangford Lough and Vibrant Dublin Relaxed Start
Meet local Tracey at her charming farmhouse for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, where you'll uncover the secrets behind traditional Irish delicacies. Continue to Dublin where you can Personalize Your Day. Choose a private tour and whiskey tasting at Pearse Lyons Distillery, or enjoy an Irish coffee demonstration at Pearse’s Place, complete with a perfectly crafted serve.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Dylan Hotel, Dublin -
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5A Truly Irish Experience
A visit to Trinity College unveils the 9th century Book of Kells. Tour the capital city with a Local Expert to see O'Connell Street, the Custom House and St. Patrick's Cathedral. At a VIP, after-hours visit to the Little Museum of Dublin, sip Prosecco with the museum founder Trevor White as he shares his local stories. Discover local dishes at our hand-picked gastropub in the heart of Dublin.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Dylan Hotel, Dublin -
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6Glendalough to Kilkenny Relaxed Start
After a Relaxed Start, explore Glendalough, the "glen of two lakes" with a Local Expert. Stroll Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile linking Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice’s Cathedral. Your own historic residence, Lyrath Estate, is set within sprawling acres of lakes, gardens and woodlands.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Lyrath Estate, Kilkenny -
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7Banter in Blarney
See monastic Ireland in Cashel, famous for the spectacular Rock of Cashel, also known as St. Patrick's Rock. Visit Blarney Castle to take part in the legend of kissing the Blarney Stone. This evening experience the hospitality and warmth that Ireland is renowned for meeting locals at a home hosted dinner with entertainment and dancing.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: The Europe -
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8Scenic Ring of Kerry Relaxed Start
Journey into Killarney National Park where sweeping mountains, epic cliffs, lush lake lands and valleys envelope you in emerald green and blue as you wind along the iconic Ring of Kerry. Travel back in time with a traditional jaunting car ride, enjoying views of Ireland's highest Mountain Range, the MacGillycuddy's Reeks.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: The Europe -
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9Cliffs of Moher Relaxed Start
In Adare, discover the charming thatched-roof cottages, abbeys and park. Stunning views beckon in County Clare as you visit the Cliffs of Moher, where rugged beauty meets the wild Atlantic. Continue to Galway's Glenlo Abbey, an 18th-century estate overlooking Lough Corrib.
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- Dinner
Accommodations: Glenlo Abbey, Galway -
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10Galway to Donegal
Continue to the beautifully restored 19th-century Lough Eske Castle. This evening, savor local specialties from a seasonal menu.
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Accommodations: Lough Eske Castle, Donegal -
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11Majestic Lough Eske Castle Relaxed Start
Indulge in another Relaxed Start, with the option of breakfast served in your room. Choose from a selection of curated activities or uncover the Castle’s rich past on a guided historical tour. Later, unwind with a spa treatment or enjoy a leisurely stroll through the Castle’s magnificent grounds. This evening, mark the final full day of your Ireland luxury tour with a stylish dinner at the renowned Cedars Restaurant at Lough Eske Castle.
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Accommodations: Lough Eske Castle, Donegal -
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12Depart Belfast
Conclude your travels in Ireland with a private transfer to Belfast Airport.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
Luxury Gold is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Ultimate Ireland tour:
Travelers Notes
* DAY 1: Complimentary transfers from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) or Belfast International Airport (BFS) will operate per flight information details on the first day of the tour or in conjunction with pre accommodation booked through Luxury Gold. * DAY 12: ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿Complimentary transfers to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) or Belfast International Airport (BFS) will operate per flight information details on the last day of the tour or in conjunction with post accommodation booked through Luxury Gold. We recommend guests book flights that do not depart until after 12:00 to allow for a relaxed start on the last day. * UNITED KINGDOM: Traveling to the UK & Northern Ireland after January 8, 2025? A new Electronic Travel Authorization ETA is required for entry and transit, if you need to go through border control. For more details & to apply for the ETA visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta.* ITINERARY CHANGES: This tour will now operate as a stand-alone tour starting in 2026. It was previously part of the Castles & Kingdoms tour, which will be discontinued as of 2026. Guests can now book this trip along with the British Royale. From 2026 onwards, the overnight will change from Cong (Ashford Castle) to Donegal. Guests are no longer staying overnight at Ashford Castle. Guests will be now staying at Lough Eske Castle in Donogal instead of Ashford Castle (subject to change).* NOTE: If guests book the Luxury Gold pre/post extra nights hotel on their own, they are still entitled to receive a transfer as long the flight details are received 35-days prior departure.
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