Explore Ireland’s gorgeous scenery and rich history on this comprehensive Irish tour that hits every corner of the island.
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Ireland with CIE Tours, backed by over 90 years of expertise in showcasing this enchanting island. From the majestic landscapes of the Ring of Kerry to the iconic Giant’s Causeway, experience Ireland’s rich history, warm hospitality, and thrilling adventures. Discover legendary sites like the Cliffs of Moher, the vibrant streets of Dublin, and the charming towns along the Wild Atlantic Way.
With more ways to explore Ireland than anyone else, we offer travel styles to match every interest. Choose from signature guided tours, custom group vacations, private driver experiences, independent self-drive adventures, and new small group walking & hiking tours that combine scenic trails with cultural discovery. However you want to experience Ireland, you’ll find your perfect fit with CIE Tours.
Whether you choose a thoughtfully planned itinerary or craft a custom journey, CIE Tours delivers unforgettable Irish experiences tailored to your style. With a 95% guest satisfaction rate, let us guide you through the extraordinary magic of Ireland—where every journey is a trip of a lifetime.
Itinerary: CIE Tours Irish Odyssey tour
Trip Length: 12 Days/ 11 Nights
Dates: May through October 2026 (several dates)
Meals: 20 Meals Included
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Double From
$4,445
per person including all taxes and fees
What's included?
- Full daily breakfast and many meals*
- An evening of Irish entertainment
- Transportation (Buses, shuttles & ferries)
- Welcome drinks with your group
- Free Wi-Fi on luxury coaches
- All entrance fees to attractions
- Comprehensive travel itinerary
*Breakfast is not included on Day 1
Our welcome gift to you
- A travel backpack
- Travel adapter
- Rain poncho
- Luggage strap and tags
- Water flask
| Day | Destination |
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| Day 1 |
Dublin City Tour & Kilmainham GaolYour tour departs at 2:00 PM from your hotel on a panoramic tour of the city’s highlights, viewing Trinity College, St Patrick’s Cathedral, and the GPO. Tour Kilmainham Gaol, built in 1796, and hear stories of Ireland’s revolutionary leaders. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group before dining independently. |
| Day 2 |
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum & Taylors Three Rock PubVisit EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum and discover the story of the 10 million people who have left Ireland over the last 1,500 years – and their impact on the world. Your afternoon is free to explore Dublin. Later, enjoy dinner and entertainment at Taylors Three Rock Pub. (B, D)
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| Day 3 |
Farmhouse Visit & House of Waterford CrystalVisit a traditional farmhouse and learn about country life while enjoying tea and scones. At the House of Waterford Crystal, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner, watch skilled artisans cut crystal into sparkling masterpieces. Continue along the coast to Cork city for dinner at your hotel. (B, D)
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| Day 4 |
Cork, Blarney Castle & KillarneyTake a brief walking tour of Cork city with a local guide. Stroll through the English Market, where vendors have been selling local and artisanal foods since 1788. Visit Blarney Castle to climb the winding stairs and kiss its famed stone or stroll the gardens. Enjoy the scenery as you head to colorful Kenmare. Stop at Moll’s Gap for marvelous views on your way to Killarney. (B, D)
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| Day 5 |
Jaunting Car Ride, Dingle Peninsula & Sheepdog DemonstrationTake a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car ride to Ross Castle and Kenmare Estate and see Lough Leane, the largest of Killarney’s lakes. Visit Moriarty’s, a CIE Tours’ preferred shopping partner, in the Gap of Dunloe. Travel to the scenic Dingle Peninsula for views of heathery mountains, sandy stretches of beach, and rocky headlands. Enjoy a demonstration of highly skilled sheepdogs herding sheep at a local farm. Enjoy dinner at Páidí Ó Sé’s pub in Ventry while you hear a fun talk on Gaelic sports. (B, D)
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| Day 6 |
Cliffs of Moher & GalwayVisit the family pub of the famed playwright, John B. Keane for tea and scones. One of Ireland’s most beloved writers, he wrote many works in a room behind the bar. Embark on a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary and drive along the coast of County Clare. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above the Atlantic, and enjoy views of Connemara and the Aran Islands. In vibrant Galway, join a local guide for a walking tour of the city’s historic heart. (B, D)
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| Day 7 |
Lough Corrib Cruise, Kylemore Abbey & GalwayTake a scenic cruise on Lough Corrib as you sip a creamy Irish coffee (seasonal). Travel through Connemara for sweeping views of misty mountains and shimmering lakes. Tour Kylemore Abbey, an elegant mansion set beside a tranquil lake. Return to Galway where the rest of your day is free for independent sightseeing and dining. (B)
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| Day 8 |
Ballintubber Abbey, Belleek Pottery & DerryTravel north to Claremorris to visit Ballintubber Abbey, Ireland’s only royal Abbey. Known as “the Abbey that refused to die,” it has been in continuous use for more than 800 years. Visit Belleek Pottery, then follow the Atlantic Shore to Donegal town, where you’ll visit CIE Tours’ preferred shopping partner Triona Design. Continue on through the majestic Barnesmore Gap to Derry. (B, D)
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| Day 9 |
Giant’s Causeway, Derry Walking Tour & Walled City BreweryExplore the Giant’s Causeway, huge hexagonal columns formed over 60 million years ago. Back in Derry, join a local guide for a walk around this historic city’s medieval walls; take a walk across the Peace Bridge and complete your tour at the Walled City Brewery Restaurant. In a CIE Tours exclusive, enjoy a flight of the brewery’s craft beers with your dinner. (B, D)
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| Day 10 |
Belfast Walking TourVisit the historic city of Belfast, taking a panoramic tour to see grand government buildings, the peace wall, and the docks where the RMS Titanic was built in 1912. Take a walking tour of the city with a local guide to learn an insider’s perspective. Then, the rest of the day will be yours to explore this fascinating city as you wish. Stay in the Grand Central Hotel, centrally located near the pubs and restaurants of the city’s trendy Cathedral Quarter. (B)
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| Day 11 |
Titanic Belfast, Long Meadow Cider & Farewell DinnerVisit the magnificent Titanic Belfast, a high-tech attraction that will immerse you in the story of the doomed liner. At Long Meadow Cider, an award-winning family orchard, enjoy a tour and tasting followed by a picnic lunch. Travel to Kingscourt and relax with free time in your luxury castle hotel, built in 1760 and set on 100 acres of gardens and parklands. In the evening, share a farewell dinner with your group. (B, L, D
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| Day 12 |
Tour Ends in KingscourtYour tour ends after breakfast. (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner
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*Prices are in USD, per person based on double occupancy, availability and subject to change without notice. All tour taxes are included in the pricing. All promotions are capacity controlled by CIE Tours and can be eliminated at any time without notice. Guided tours with 15% savings using promo code APR2615, APR2615C are Best of Britain, English Odyssey, Highlights of Britain, Irish Odyssey, London Dayttripper, Scottish & Irish Sampler, Scottish Daytripper and Scottish Isles & Glens. Guided tours with 10% savings using promo code APR2610 and APR2610C are Best of Spain, Classic Sicily, Icelandic Explorer, Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, Irish Adventure, Irish Gold, Irish Legends, Irish Spirit, Jewels of Ireland, Northern Lights Quest of Iceland, Scottish & Irish Dream, Scottish & Irish Gold, Scottish Clans & Castles, Scottish Dream, Taste of Britain & Ireland, Taste of Iceland, Taste of Ireland, Taste of Scotland & Ireland, The Scots Irish Tour and Tuscan Treasurers with Cinque Terre. Travel window is June 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Above pricing is on several dates from May through Other restrictions may apply.
