Ireland Family Journey: Castles, Folklore & Gaelic Traditions
Overview
Highlights
- Embark on a history-fueled treasure hunt through dublin discovering the city’s most fascinating sites along the way
- Visit the iconic rock of cashel and delve into the history of the most remarkable cluster of medieval buildings in all of ireland
- Channel your inner warrior in a day of traditional gaelic games including gaelic football hurling and handball
- Learn traditional forms of irish dance under the guidance of a professional dancer
- Marvel at the spectacle and majesty of the famed cliffs of moher learning about the cliff’s geology folklore and wildlife on a walking tour
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Destinations
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Trip includes
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Family Journeys Moment: Treasure Hunt Dublin
- DublinYour Family Journeys Moment: Sheepdog Farm Visit & Herding Demonstration
- Killarney
- Arrival Transfer
- Gaelic Games activity
- Irish dance lesson
- Sheep dog farm visit
- Dublin scavenger hunt
- Spike Island
- Rock of Cashel
- Bunratty Castle Visit and Aran Islands
- Blarney Castle visit
- Ring of Kerry day excursion
- Cliffs of Moher walk and visitors' center stop
- Free time in Dublin and Cork
- Departure Transfer
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Itinerary
Arrive in Dublin and enjoy an arrival transfer to your hotel, where you’ll meet up with your fellow travelers for a welcome gathering this evening.
Your day begins with a treasure history hunt through Dublin with the whole family! The entire city center is your playing field: clues on your phone will guide you to various locations, where you’ll crack encrypted codes, solve logic tasks and search for evidence that...
In the morning, travel to the charming city of Cork. Along the way, you’ll stop at spectacular sites, including the Rock of Cashel—the ruins of a castle set on a dramatic outcrop of limestone in the Golden Vale. This iconic site is renowned for its impressive cluster ...
After breakfast, transfer from the hotel to Na Piarsaigh GAA Club, where you’ll experience traditional Irish sports with a hands-on Gaelic Games family activity. First, attend an engaging cultural introduction by expert coaches, then head outside to take part in 3 spo...
Begin the day with a visit to Blarney Castle as you make your way from Cork to Killarney. Built nearly 600 years ago, the Blarney Castle is one of the most iconic sights in Ireland. During your visit, wander a network of paths that will lead you through various garden...
Set out on a full-day excursion around the famed Ring of Kerry, considered one of Ireland’s most scenic drives. Take in stunning views of the Iveragh Peninsula’s windswept coast and lush forests, as well as historic castles, churches and seaside villages. Partway thro...
Leave Killarney behind and travel to the iconic Bunratty Castle—the most authentic castle in Ireland. Hear how the lords and ladies of the castle lived, listen to stories of battles and bravery, and admire stunning views across the idyllic County Clare countryside. Th...
This morning, visit Inis Oírr (Inisheer), the smallest and most easterly of the 3 Aran Islands off the coast of County Galway. Learn about the island’s rich history—dating back to the time of Saint Edna in the 5th century—and enjoy a guided tour of Inisheer. Stop to v...
Depart at any time. Departure transfers are included to the Shannon airport for outbound travel.
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Important Notes
1. All parents/guardians are required to supervise their children at all times throughout the tour and may not leave their child under the supervision of the CEO, local guides, drivers, etc. Children are not to be left unattended. 2. Please note that on all Family Adventures one adult can only accompany up to two minors. If you have over two minors planning on travelling then a second adult will be required to attend. FAMILY INSURANCE Options for family travel insurance are available. Please enquire with your Family Trip Specialist for more information. LOCAL GUIDES It is important to note that in Europe, all guiding is based around local guides all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services such as post offices and laundromats, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places. LUGGAGE In Europe it is very rare to find elevators in train stations, hotels or other public places. We use public transport on this trip, which means you will need to carry your luggage from platform to platform, in and out of trains and buses etc. and also possibly up several flights of stairs. You will also need to be able to stow your luggage safely on trains and buses. It is therefore essential that you pack light and bring luggage which is compact and lightweight, and which you can easily transport. The carrying of your luggage remains your responsibility at all times. ACCOMMODATION NOTE: Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES NOTE: During high season in Europe (May-October) we highly recommend booking reservations for any popular optional activities/museum tickets etc. in advance to avoid encountering sold-out activities on the ground while on tour. Please note that if you are interested in the Butler's Chocolate Experience and/or Book of Kells as optional activities while in Dublin, then it is highly recommended you book ahead of time. Tickets can be purchased on the official websites: https://bookofkells.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173603695/events/428627396 https://butlerschocolates.digitickets.co.uk/availability/
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