10 Day Irish Culture and History in Spades – Small Group Coach Tour

Your plan for Dublin….

• Pat Liddy’s Walking Tours
• Guinness Storehouse

Complimentary airport transfers will be provided as follows:

• Arrival Day: Complimentary transfers are available until 12:00 PM only. Guests arriving after 12:00 PM are kindly requested to arrange their own transportation.
• Departure Day: Complimentary transfers will be available throughout the day to accommodate varying flight schedules.

This Dublin itinerary starts in one of Europe’s most exciting capitals, perfect for travelers who want a real mix of Irish culture and history with modern energy. Dublin is ideal for a walking tour in Dublin, and Pat Liddy’s Walking Tours is a top way to experience the city’s neighborhoods, stories, and major landmarks, including history connected to the 1916 Rising.

Your Ireland small group coach tour begins in the lobby of your first hotel at 2:00 PM, then continues to the world-famous Guinness Storehouse tour, where you’ll explore the heritage

and craft behind Ireland’s most iconic beer. Afterward, you’ll visit Dublin Castle, a key landmark on any Dublin travel itinerary.

That evening, enjoy dinner with your group, then experience Temple Bar nightlife with traditional pubs, live music, and the kind of atmosphere that makes Dublin a highlight for anyone researching things to do in Dublin.

Your plan for Wicklow….

Please note: some suggested highlights are drive-through views only.

• Sally Gap (drive-through)
• Wicklow Mountains National Park
• Laragh
• Avoca

Your County Wicklow itinerary delivers some of Ireland’s most memorable scenery, especially through the Wicklow Mountains National Park and the panoramic views around Sally Gap. In Wicklow, you’ll explore Glendalough, one of the most important stops for anyone looking for Ireland monastic sites, and learn about St. Kevin while walking trails that overlook Glendalough’s lakes.

Another key highlight for any things to do in Wicklow list is Powerscourt Waterfall, one of Ireland’s most impressive natural attractions and a popular stop on a Wicklow day trip route.

Your plan for Waterford….

Please note: the suggested highlights below may not be included in the tour package. They are optional ideas if you have extra time in Waterford.

Optional highlights in Waterford include the House of Waterford Crystal Tour, Waterford Greenway, Reginald’s Tower, the Viking Triangle, and the city’s historic walking routes such as the Waterford Walls.

As Ireland’s oldest city, this Waterford itinerary blends ancient heritage with modern energy. Many visitors describe Waterford as a place where you can experience “1,000 years of history in 1,000 steps,” with historic streets, local boutiques, and a strong cultural calendar. Waterford is also well known for seasonal festivals and events, making it a lively stop on any Ireland travel itinerary.

Your plan for Cork….

• The Rock of Cashel
• Blarney Castle & Gardens
• Blarney Woollen Mills
• Historic Stroll Kinsale Walking Tours

Your Cork itinerary is built for travelers who want iconic heritage sights with real local charm. Visit the Rock of Cashel, one of Ireland’s most important historic sites and a must on many Ireland coach tours, then continue to Blarney Castle and Gardens to see the famous Blarney Stone and explore the grounds.

You’ll also visit Blarney Woollen Mills, a classic stop for Irish shopping, gifts, and local goods, before heading to Kinsale for a Kinsale walking tour with Historic Stroll Kinsale Walking Tours. Kinsale is a standout for things to do in Cork, known for colourful streets, waterfront views, great food, and lively pubs.

Your plan for Kerry….

Please note: some suggested highlights may not be included in the tour package. They are optional ideas if you have extra time in Kerry.

• Molly Gallivan’s Visitor Centre

• Torc Waterfall

• The Ring of Kerry

• Muckross House, Gardens and Farm

• Slea Head Drive

• Dingle Peninsula

Your Kerry itinerary brings you into one of Ireland’s most famous regions for scenery and tradition. A walk through Killarney is a must, and sites like Muckross House and Gardens and Torc Waterfall are popular for travellers looking for classic Killarney National Park experiences.

You’ll want time for the Ring of Kerry scenic drive, with frequent viewpoints for mountains, lakes, coastline, and classic Irish countryside. The roads can be winding and often include sheep along the route, which is part of the authentic Kerry experience. For culture, the Dingle Peninsula is a major highlight, known for traditional music sessions, local character, and a lively evening atmosphere. Add Slea Head Drive and you have one of the most iconic stretches on any Ireland west coast itinerary.

Your plan for Clare….

Please note: some suggested highlights may not be included in the tour package. They are optional ideas if you have extra time in Clare.

• Adare Village and its thatched cottages (County Limerick)

• Cliffs of Moher

• O’Brien’s Tower

Your Clare itinerary is focused on dramatic coastal scenery and the slower rhythm many people associate with authentic Ireland. Visit Adare Village for its postcard-famous thatched cottages, then continue to a classic Cliffs of Moher visit, one of the most iconic stops on any Ireland scenic coastline route.

From O’Brien’s Tower, you’ll get sweeping views across the Atlantic and the rugged cliffs below, making this day a standout for travellers searching for the best things to do in County Clare..

Your plan this day…

• Dan O’Hara’s Homestead Farm

• Castle stay

• Traditional Irish Night in a Castle

This is one of the most memorable cultural highlights on the entire Ireland small group tour. Visit Dan O’Hara’s Homestead Farm, then enjoy a castle stay in Ireland paired with a Traditional Irish Night in a Castle featuring heritage, hospitality, and live entertainment.

Expect a hearty Irish meal, a perfectly poured Guinness, and an evening of traditional Irish music and storytelling, followed by Irish dancers performing in true céilí style. The exact castle venue will be confirmed closer to your tour date to ensure the best fit for your overall Ireland itinerary.

Your plan for your final night….

Your Kildare itinerary is a calm and meaningful close to your Ireland journey, ideal for travellers who want heritage and reflection before departure. Known for sacred sites, myth, and wide green landscapes, Kildare is closely connected to the story of St. Brigid and is also home to the Irish National Stud, a popular stop for equestrian history and culture.

As a final overnight stop, Kildare offers a slower pace that balances the busier touring days, making it a strong finish to an Ireland culture and history tour.

Depart for home with a complete 10 day Ireland itinerary, finishing your Irish culture and history small group coach tour after an experience packed with cities, monastic sites, castles, coastal scenery, and traditional Irish music.