Day 1

Arrive in Dublin Airport in the early morning, where your driver will meet and greet you at the arrivals hall. Departing Dublin you will head to Wexford in Ireland's southeast via Co. Wickow. You first stop should be at the monastic settlement of Glendalough, a ruined monastic site founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. The ruins consist of several churches scattered throughout the valley, a 10th century round tower beautifully preserved, a roofless cathedral which are all situated between 2 lakes in scenic surroundings. Here you can also see an audio-visual that will help you understand monasticism in general in Ireland. Forming the southeast corner of the island, County Wexford is Ireland's gateway to the rest of the world - and has been since the earliest times. Norman's, Danes and Celts and the legendary invaders of Irish mythology all chose landing places on Wexford's hundred-mile coastline. All of them put down roots in the county and all of them left their mark on Wexford's rich diversity of culture and heritage.
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Day 2

Departing Wexford today, continue on the coastal route to Waterford. Waterford City itself is a fine example of a walled city. The city withstood siege on several occasions in the past but fell to the Normans in 1170 AD. It prospered under the Normans and emerged as the second city of Ireland after Dublin. The city was the chief port of Ireland throughout the middle ages. You may also enjoy a visit to Waterford Crystal Factory - this world-renowned crystal is made here in the city by a skilled team of workers. Dedicated blowers, cutters and engravers into beautiful sparkling crystal, guide visitors through the production area, where they can see the birth of crystal from a white-hot furnace, and then witness its transformation. On your return from the tour, visitors are shown around the Crystal Gallery, which houses one of the world's finest displays of crystal. Departing Waterford City there are some lovely towns on the way to Cork worth taking a detour for, most notably Ardmore and Ballycotton. From Cork City take the Jack Lynch tunnel for West Cork where you will explore some of the coastal towns of South West Ireland - such as Clonakilty and the lovely beach at Inchydoney Island. A few miles from Clonakilty is the beautiful perched village of Rosscarbery with its own lovely beach, Warren Strand with views over the entire West Cork coastline.
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Day 3

Today head west again by the coast for Bantry Town located overlooking lovely Bantry Bay. You may wish to take the time to visit Bantry House, home to the Shellswell-White family. Marvel at artifacts collected from worldwide travels and perhaps climb the 100 steps to the bell tower. Take a relaxing stroll through the gardens or just simply enjoy the view. You can then travel through the sub tropical village of Glengarriff where a stop at the Italian Gardens on Garnish Island is also worth a visit. Take the pass over the famous Caha Mountain's to the pretty village Kenmare and finally onto Killarney, Ireland's premier tourist town where you will spend the night.
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Day 4

Depart Killarney, and travel along the wild North Kerry coastline to County Clare, taking the Ferry from Tarbet to Killimer. You should stop off at the Cliffs of Moher, which are great dark sandstone cliffs (600ft) that rise sheer from the Atlantic for nearly 5 miles. This is a truly awesome sight with the best views from O'Brien's Tower, built in 1853 by Cornelius O'Brien. Continue via Ballyvaughan in the Burren, which is a vast, bare, eerie limestone plateau that covers much of County Clare. It is gradually being established as a National Park. The coast road provides a fine view of the huge boulders, deposited at the end of the Ice Age that rest on the bare limestone pavement. In fine weather the three Aran Islands are visible offshore. Arrive into Galway and enjoy the evening around this vibrant cultural city.
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Day 5

Take an early start to the day today and travel northwards from Galway to visit Westport and Achill Island. You will pass Irelands only Fjord, Killary Harbour where you can enjoy spectacular views of the mountains and the sea. Continue to Westport, one of Ireland's most enchanting towns. You should take the Atlantic Drive that incorporates the tropical ambience and wild flowers of Achill Island. Kildownet Castle is fine tower standing on the 'great hunger' and a shipping tragedy in Clew Bay. A little way on, the road takes to the cliffs and begins to switchback, offering superb coastal views. To the south there are good views of Clare Island. The magnificent cliff scenery, the sandy bays, the surfing and boating and the sea angling attract many summer visitors.
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Day 6

Today you will return to the southeast back towards the capital, Dublin via the midlands of Ireland. Traversing the country from west to east you will see the vast contrasts between the landscapes of each coast. The midlands are noted for its many beautiful lakes and villages. Enjoy your last chance to shop and explore Dublin which has recently become the most popular destination in Europe. In the evening experience Irish theatre, dine in style, or relax by a log fire in an old Dublin pub and join in the 'craic' for your last night in Ireland. You might enjoy exploring The Temple Bar area of the city - which is the area in Dublin around which much of the musical and artistic life of the city now revolves.
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Day 7

Today you will take your return flight from Dublin Airport. We wish you a safe and pleasant flight back to your homeland with many fond memories of Ireland to cherish.
Accommodation: Manor House