7 Day Tour of Ireland Itinerary

Day 1: Dublin Full-Day Tour

Dublin is the capital of the south and the largest city in Ireland, so we recommend starting your vacation here. With its rich mix of history, tradition, and culture, you will certainly not be stuck for new experiences. Highlights include:

O’Connell Street and the General Post Office (GPO)

Where the Proclamation was read on Easter Sunday, 1916, for the very first time.

Trinity College

Founded back in 1592, the college bears all the hallmarks of having survived and prospered through such a long period and is also home to the hallowed ‘Book of Kells’ (if you thought the university was old, the Book of Kells dates back to 384AD!).

The Doors of Dublin

As your guide takes you through the city, you will notice the distinctive charm and character created by the colorful doors. 

The Guinness Storehouse

Visit the original Guinness factory and even pour your own pint on a tour of the storehouse.

The Temple Bar District

No trip to Dublin would be complete without enjoying an Irish whiskey or two in one of the many traditional bars and music venues in the city.

In truth, Dublin has too much to offer visitors to fit into one day, but our experts will customize the day to suit your and your group’s interests! 

After your first day of touring, your driver-guide will drop your group off at your Dublin accommodation for a well-earned rest. 

Day trip from Princess Cruise ship Found by chance and was the best move I made for any excursion. Originally booked for 8 of us but only 6 made it and we had a wonderful day in the hands of Francis. He was so well informed, interesting as well as being great fun. I have recommended them to a lot of people cruising into Belfast and in fact, will be using them again myself in May. They suggest ideas but the itinerary is your choice and you chose how long you want to be anywhere. Great value and great fun!

Sue, H ★★★★★​

Day 2: Belfast

From one capital city to another! Your driver will collect you in the morning to begin your journey to Belfast, the capital of the North. Like Dublin, there is loads to do in and around Belfast, but we’d recommend: 

Titanic Quarter & Museum

Explore the Titanic quarter; there is now a world-class interactive museum on the site where the fateful ship was built back in 1911.

Gaeltacht Quarter

Travel through the Gaeltacht Quarter, where you will hear the locals speaking in their traditional Irish Gaelic language.

Political mural tour

Learn the complicated history of the troubles explored through a series of famous murals throughout the city, and eventually arrive at the Peacewall, where you can even write your own message. 

Enjoy a drink in the Crown Bar

This is actually owned by the National Trust and is probably the most famous pub in Belfast. It dates to at least 1826 and features an incredibly ornate interior of tiles, original tole lamp fixtures, and a beautifully carved ceiling.

For the evening’s accommodation, you may choose to stay at the wonderful Titanic Hotel, which is just opposite the Titanic Museum. Just let our planners know your preference, and they can recommend somewhere that suits you and your group.

Day 3: The Causeway Coast

We will depart early and begin a scenic drive along the Causeway Coastal Route, passing 12th-century Carrickfergus Castle en route to the northern tip of Ireland. Our first stop of the day will be in the picturesque village of Carnlough, where we can take a walk by the small harbor before we continue along the coast and then through the Glens of Antrim, hearing the myths about the fairies and leprechauns said to reside there.

We’ll stop for a spot of lunch in the coastal town of Ballycastle, before walking across the awe-inspiring Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge.

In the afternoon, we’ll explore Northern Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage site, the incomparable Giant’s Causeway, and hear the legend about the Giant Finn MacCool and the uniquely shaped stones, before finishing the day off with a visit to Dunluce Castle and heading to your accommodation in the city of Derry. 

A taste of Ireland and touching base with our roots We were on a packed tour of the U.K., Ireland, and Italy and our first stop was Dublin. After a couple of days in Dublin, Gerry picked us up and drove us around Ireland and up into Northern Ireland where his family is from. We cannot say enough about how great Gerry was to tour with. We had a lot of laughs and accommodated us in every way possible. Your passion for Northern Ireland touched us and we came away with a better understanding of its history. Thank you so much from all of us.

Tom, W ★★★★★​

Day 4: Derry/Londonderry – Galway

In the morning,g explore the famous walled city of Derry, the second-largest city in Northern Ireland. ​

We’ll spend the morning exploring Derry/Londonderry, including incredible sites such as The Peace Bridge, The Derry Walls, and St Columb’s Cathedral.

Then in the afternoon, we will drive down to the picturesque harbor town of Galway, known as the ‘Cultural Heart of Ireland’. Here you can relax, taste some authentic Irish food, enjoy the harbor views, and revel in the traditional music to be heard in pubs and bars across the city.

We’ll spend the night in Galway so you can enjoy your time exploring the harbor town throughout the evening.

Day 5: Galway – Cliffs of Moher – Killarney

Today you will visit the Cliffs of Moher – one of the most stunning locations of natural beauty in all of Ireland.

We begin the day by first stopping at the fishing village of Kinvara to see Dunguaire Castle and The Burren – home to 75% of Ireland’s native flora & location of numerous ancient monuments.

Carrying on to Kilfenora to see the famous Celtic Crosses (Irish High Crosses) before we make our way to the coastal village of Doolin.

Finally, experience the 200-meter-high, 8 km long Cliffs of Moher. Enjoy stunning views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Aran Islands as you take your time to soak up the natural beauty of the Cliffs.

We’ll then finish the day by staying overnight in Limerick – a town resplendent with medieval history.

Day 6: Ring of Kerry Tour

Today, we will take the famous driving route along the ‘Ring of Kerry,’ a 179km long driving route featuring the most stunning coastal landscape imaginable, along with friendly rural seaside villages straight out of a fairy tale.

Naturally, our experienced driver guides will help you to plan your time on this tour to ensure that you take full advantage of the natural wonders on display before we return to your accommodation in Killarney for your final evening on this Irish tour.

The best private tour imaginable! We knew more or less what we wanted to do and see on the Coastal Route but only had one day. Should we book a seat on a coach? Not enough flexibility. Should we hire a car? We probably wouldn’t know where to stop for the best views of this stunning coastline and parking was bound to be time-consuming and stressful. What about a London Taxi? Sorry, we know that they’re far too uncomfortable for a long journey. Were there alternatives? YES! Prestige seemed to offer what we wanted, including a modern fleet of comfortable vehicles and excellent online reviews. The trip was quickly arranged by e-mail with us giving an idea of what we wanted to see/do: Glenarif, Cushendum, Dark Hedges, Rope Bridge, Giants’ Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Mussenden Temple, Binevenagh Mountain. On the day, we ‘hit the jackpot’ as we had Rosemary as our driver/guide. She drove with great skill (we felt totally relaxed), knew exactly where the best viewpoints were, provided interesting information (but not too much!) and helped us to make the best use of our time during the 9 hours available. We not only saw the iconic sites and what we ourselves had envisaged but so much more in addition. Rosemary was also a most hospitable, considerate and friendly traveling companion. We have toured extensively in every part of the world, often with driver/guides, and the service provided ranks among the very best we have encountered.

Linda ★★★★★​

Day 7: Killarney – Rock of Cashel – Kilkenny – Dublin

And alas! All good things must eventually come to an end as we reach the final day of this tour itinerary in Ireland.

We’ll head for Dublin airport, visiting a number of incredible sites along the way – starting with…

Rock of Cashel

The Rock of Cashel was the seat of the High Kings of Munster, although most of the buildings on the current site date from the 12th and 13th centuries, when the rock was gifted to the Church. Cashel has a character of its own, unique, and native, and is one of the most remarkable collections of Celtic art and medieval architecture to be found anywhere in Europe, you will not be disappointed by your visit.

Kilkenny Castle

Next up, we’ll visit Kilkenny Castle: built in 1195, the castle was featured in Oliver Cromwell’s re-conquest of Ireland in 1650 and was besieged during the Irish Civil War in 1922.

Finally, your driver-guide will drop you off at the airport in time for your onward flight. If you’d like to change anything in this itinerary, just let us know by filling in the form below!