Ireland Family Journey: Dublin to the Wild West Coast - 8 Days
Trip Snapshot
Age range
7 - 100Physical rating
Group size
1 - 22Meals included
12Highlights
- Embark on a history-fueled treasure hunt through Dublin discovering the city’s most fascinating sites along the way
- Channel your inner warrior in a day of traditional Gaelic games including Gaelic football hurling and handball
- Learn about traditional life at a local farm
- Step inside aviation history at the Foynes Flying Boat Museum
- 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
- Enjoy a medieval style dinner in a castle.
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Day-by-day itinerary
Every day mapped out, covering activities, travel times, meals and where you'll stay.Packing & kit list
Exactly what to bring, from clothing and essentials to luggage guidelines and what's available to hire locally.What's included
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Summary
From Dublin's lively streets to the windswept western coastline, Ireland comes alive through shared family discovery. Follow clues through historic alleys, take to the pitch for Gaelic sports, and watch sheepdogs sweep across green hillsides. Churn fresh butter on a traditional farm, then stand above the Atlantic at the Cliffs of Moher, gathering moments your whole clan will carry home.
Itinerary
Day 1
Dublin
Welcome to Dublin–your arrival transfer to the hotel is included. Check in and get excited to meet your fellow travellers during a welcome meeting this evening where all families can bond before the Journey ahead. We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this lively city. There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
Day 2
Dublin
Step out into Dublin's lively core for an interactive scavenger hunt. Follow clues from ancient Viking foundations, through cobbled lanes, to elegant Georgian squares. The afternoon is yours to shape. Wander beneath the soaring wooden arches of Trinity College's historic library, or browse colorful artisan stalls tucked into quiet courtyards. Later, head to a local pitch for a high-energy Gaelic games session, where local coaches teach hurling and Gaelic football. Run, laugh, and get a real feel for Ireland's sporting passion, before heading back to the city for a relaxing evening.
Day 3
Dublin/Killarney
Leave Dublin behind and travel west into the lush heart of County Kildare to visit the Irish National Stud & Gardens. Walk along tranquil woodland trails and meet celebrated racehorses resting in the pastures. Head south to the village of Adare for lunch, where 19th-century thatched cottages line the main road alongside mossy medieval ruins. Share a leisurely meal surrounded by flower-filled gardens, then continue on into County Kerry. By late afternoon, arrive in Killarney, on the edge of the national park where verdant mountains meet still lakes. Settle in for a restful evening beneath the Kerry hills.
Day 4
Killarney
Set out along the iconic Ring of Kerry, where the coastline of the Iveragh Peninsula unfolds in dramatic sea cliffs and green hills. Stop at an upland farm to meet a local farmer and watch energetic border collies herd sheep on command. Pass through coastal villages taking in ocean views around every turn. Later, visit Muckross Traditional Farms for a look at rural Irish life. Tour the farm's thatched cottages, visit a vintage schoolhouse, and roll up your sleeves for hands-on scones and butter-making experience – tasting your freshly churned creation on warm crusty bread as you return to Killarney.
Day 5
Killarney
Climb aboard a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car for an exciting ride through Killarney National Park. As native red deer graze in the open meadows, your driver, known as a jarvey, shares folklore and stories of the valley while guiding you toward the shimmering waters of the Lower Lake and the stone walls of 15th-century Ross Castle. Afterward, enjoy free time to explore on your own. In the evening, gather for an included dinner and evening of Irish culture.
Day 6
Killarney/Bunratty
Follow the Shannon Estuary north to Foynes, home of the Flying Boat Museum. Explore a full-size replica of a 1930s Boeing 314 flying boat and discover how transatlantic flight first began. Sit down to a hearty family lunch at O'Regan's Restaurant. Adults can savour an Irish coffee right where it was invented, learning how warm whiskey, rich coffee, and cool cream were first paired for chilly passengers. After lunch, cross the River Shannon into County Clare. Arrive in Bunratty, check into your hotel, and spend the afternoon exploring the grounds of the castle right next door.
Day 7
Bunratty
Drive through the limestone landscapes of County Clare to reach the Cliffs of Moher before the crowds as the morning mist rises off the Atlantic. Take a guided walk along the cliff’s edge, listening to the roar of waves below and spotting nesting seabirds on rocky ledges. Enjoy free time to stroll along the bluffs, soaking in sweeping ocean views. Return to Bunratty for a medieval banquet inside the castle. Dine like royalty, listen to harpists and singers, and toast to a memorable family trip across the west coast of Ireland.
Day 8
Bunratty
Depart at any time.
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotels - 7 nts.
Meals
Breakfasts: 7, Lunches: 3, Dinners: 2
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Airport Transfers
Arrival OnlyAn airport transfer to the start of the tour is included. Please contact our team if you require a quote for a return transfer.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
Dates & Prices
Mar 2028
from £3,179Jun 2028
from £3,399Jul 2028
from £3,399Aug 2028
from £3,399
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- Sunday 26 Mar 2028to Sunday 2 Apr 20286+ spaces of 22 leftGuaranteed Departure£3,179Pay MonthlyBest offerBook for£250 today, pay the rest later
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