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Irish Discovery

• In-depth Cultural
• Fully Guided
• Coach / Bus

Places You’ll See

• Introduction
• Day 1 ARRIVE IN DUBLIN, IRELAND
• Day 2 DUBLIN–DOWNPATRICK, NORTHERN IRELAND–BELFAST
• Day 3 BELFAST–GIANT’S CAUSEWAY–DERRY–DONEGAL, IRELAND–SLIGO
• Day 4 SLIGO–GALWAY–CLIFFS OF MOHER–LIMERICK
• Day 5 LIMERICK–ADARE–DINGLE PENINSULA–KILLARNEY
• Day 6 KILLARNEY. RING OF KERRY EXCURSION
• Day 7 KILLARNEY–BLARNEY–WATERFORD–TRAMORE
• Day 8 TRAMORE–KILKENNY–DUBLIN
• Day 9 DUBLIN

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• Overall Rating Excellent 5.0
• Itinerary Excellent 4.8
• Guide Excellent 4.8
• Transport Excellent 4.9
• Accommodation Excellent 4.4
• Food Excellent 4.3
• Tour Operator Cosmos 4.9
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• BP Brian · 26th April 2024 Good adventure through Ireland, saw all the spots you hear about. Wish there was more time at some locations, but overall very good Trip date: March 2024 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Anonymous · 14th October 2023 Both guide (Liz) and driver (Julian) were excellent. Trip date: October 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Mei Guey · 11th October 2023 I am happy with the tour director Bob Kenny and driver, their service and professionalism are impressive. Hotels and routes arranged for the trip is very good too. Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Anonymous · 11th October 2023 Liz our tour guide was so knowledgeable and entertaining Trip date: October 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Margaret · 11th October 2023 Great price. Tour guide& bus driver were top notch. Hotels were lovely. Lots of helpful tips along the way from cosmos& tour guide Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Anonymous · 10th October 2023 Liz & Julian are an excellent team and looked after us so well Trip date: October 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Chloe · 10th October 2023 We had a wonderful time on our tour. Our tour director and bus driver were excellent!! Trip date: July 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Brian · 9th October 2023 This was my first time going on a guided tour trip, I didn't know what to expect, I think it was very organized, our tour guide (Bob Kenny) was very knowledgeable, and our driver (Renato) did an amazing job of maneuvering the bus through everything. The... Show more Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Elenita · 9th October 2023 Our tour director was very knowledgeable and friendly. Renato our driver was an expert too. Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Severino · 9th October 2023 Tour guide super knowledgeable Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos

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Frequently Asked Questions

All accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date, and your specific accommodation details will be listed in your final tour documents. This is a list of accommodations that the operator will typically use on this tour: DUBLIN The Bonnington Dublin Hotel (ST) or Jurys Inn Parnell Street (F) or Kingswood (F) BELFAST Jurys Inn Belfast (F) SLIGO Southern Hotel Sligo (SF) LIMERICK Limerick City Hotel (F) KILLARNEY Killarney Court Hotel (F) or Holiday Inn Killarney (F) TRAMORE Majestic Hotel (ST) Hopefully, this list will give you a better idea of what kind of accommodation you can expect while on tour.

On Day 1 you will meet at 3 pm with the rest of the group, and the last day of the tour will be finished with a breakfast, so you're free to leave as early as you like.

TourRadar specializes in giving you the best tours from around the world, however the tours we offer do not include airfare and we do not book or advise on airfare. You will be responsible for booking your flights to meet with the group at the starting city.

The maximum group size for this tour is 50 passengers, with an average of about 35-40.

The hotels used on this tour are usually a comfortable, 3 star hotel.

A single supplement is not mandatory on this tour, and you can be roomed with a traveller of the same gender at no extra cost. However, if you'd like to have your own room you can pay a single supplement. You can see the additional surcharge on the 'Book Now' page.

This tour goes through 19 destinations within Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Yes, accommodation is included on this tour.

The weather in Ireland can be changeable throughout the year, however, it's rarely extreme. Be sure to pack for rain or shine!

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• Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
• Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
• For any tour departing before 16th June 2024 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after 16th June 2024, a minimum payment of €250 is required to confirm your booking with Cosmos. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 50 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
• Some departure dates and prices may vary and Cosmos will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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Hi Everyone,

Checking things out, some tours will say "you will see King John's Castle and The Treaty Stone". It doesn't mean you will actually get out and share the same airspace with them. It just means you pass by them.

Be careful of the different between "you will see" and "you will visit"

I would recommend getting a map and guidebook and doing it yourself. There are a number of reviews from people who have used public transportation if you are not interested in driving.

My husband and I have discussed using tour companies for some of our travels and decided (because of the amount of ground that tours wish to cover) there was too much time driving and not enough time experiencing each destination.

If you are happy enough to "tick it off the list of sights" but not actually visit the sights then a tour is fine. However if you want to visit and enjoy the sights then self travel is better.

For most TA users, DIY travel is preferable to a coach tour. I have tried both, and long hours sitting on a bus and being herded about did not suite. I never seemed to have enough time at places I was interested in, but had to much at places I wasn't bothered about. So I decided that organising thingsmyself would be better.

The average age of tour passengers allotments to be relatively high. I was in my 50's when I took my most recent tours and most of the passengers were older.

The "cons" regimented time schedules, seat selection and age demographics will impact on bus experience. Many itineraries have 1 night stays, which limit ability to explore/enjoy a particular town. Cost will probably exceed that of a self planned tour

At your age a self drive/public transportation to most areas of Ireland would be preferable and far more enjoyable

of course only you can decide but IMO it's too much time on the bus, too little time at some sites, too much at others....too little free time, and not being able to stop at sites that catch one's eye.....not sure it would be enjoyable for young folks in their 40s.....

If you are in your 40's then organise your own trip. Buy a good travel guide such as 'Lonely planet guide to Ireland', read it and work out your own personal itinerary based on the things you would like to see and do, not herded around on a bus full of pensioners to see things you may or may not like.

I booked the Irish Explorer for July with Cosmos..... I am also 40. Did a Contiki tour in my 30's... Yes it is a little rushed but you do see a lot and get a knowledgeable tour guide for the whole trip.

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Day 1 : Arrive In Dublin,Ireland

Location: dublin, accommodation: hotel, accommodation name: the bonnington dublin hotel, meals included: no meals.

Check into your hotel. In the afternoon, there’s time to rest or discover the vibrant Irish capital. Why not end the day with an optional dinner evening at the Guinness Storehouse?

Day 2 : Dublin

Meals included: breakfast.

Meet your Tour Director and traveling companions to start your day in the “Fair City” with an orientation drive along statue-lined O’Connell Street; elegant Georgian squares with their tall red brick townhouses, multi-hued doors and wrought-iron decorated windows; Oscar Wilde’s Trinity College; and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your leisure. Maybe join an optional Irish cabaret evening, including dinner, dance, song, and laughter.

Day 3 : Dublin,Kilkenny,Waterford,Tramore

Location: dublin, kilkenny, waterford, tramore, accommodation name: majestic hotel, meals included: breakfast, dinner.

Kilkenny, with its medieval cobblestone streets and Old-World charm, is your first destination today. There is time to stroll through pretty lanes with vibrantly painted houses and enjoy a morning coffee. Continue on to Waterford, famous for its exquisite crystal, before arriving at the seaside resort of Tramore. Before dinner, an optional pub tour might be fun. Today’s Distance: 128 mi/ 205 km

Day 4 : Tramore,Blarney,Ring Of Kerry,Killarney

Location: tramore, blarney, ring of kerry, killarney, accommodation name: killarney court hotel.

The first of today’s highlights is Blarney, famous for its Stone of Eloquence, with time at leisure to see the castle and shop for Irish handicrafts and handmade crystal. At Kenmare, join part of the Ring of Kerry, and stop for spectacular photos of the Lakes of Killarney from Ladies View before arriving in the popular resort town of Killarney. Today’s Distance: 165 mi/ 265 km

Day 5 : Killarney,Adare,Limerick

Location: killarney, adare, limerick, accommodation name: limerick city hotel.

In Killarney this morning, there is time for an optional horse-drawn jaunting car ride along the National Park lakeshore for pictures of Ross Castle. Then to Adare, renowned as one of Ireland’s prettiest towns. Its main street is punctuated with beautiful stone buildings and thatched cottages, medieval monasteries, ruins, and a picturesque village park. On to Limerick and, this evening, consider joining an optional medieval-themed banquet. Today’s Distance: 75 mi/ 113 km

Day 6 : Limerick,Cliffs Of Moher,Galway,Sligo

Location: limerick, cliffs of moher, galway, sligo, accommodation name: southern hotel sligo.

Breathtaking scenery awaits you today. Start with a visit to the spectacular 668-foot Cliffs of Moher and fantastic views over the Atlantic and Clare coast. Then, cross the limestone plateau of The Burren and stop in Galway, a popular seaside destination and a buzzing cosmopolitan district with vibrant shops, and a busy café and bar culture. Your destination for tonight is Sligo. Today’s Distance: 178 mi/ 293 km

Day 7 : Sligo-Derry,Northern Ireland,Giant’S Causeway,Belfast

Location: derry, giant's causeway, belfast, accommodation name: leonardo hotel belfast.

Drive along Donegal Bay with its small fishing ports and hidden beaches to Derry, the walled city on the banks of the Foyle River. Continue on to awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hear how millions of years ago, the more than 40,000 interlocking basalt columns were formed. Overnight in the vibrant city of Belfast, where the Titanic was built. Today’s Distance: 197 mi/ 317 km

Day 8 : Belfast,Alloway,Scotland,Glasgow

Location: belfast, alloway, glasgow, accommodation name: leonardo inn glasgow west end.

Enjoy a leisurely morning in the capital city of Northern Ireland before boarding the ferry for the Irish Sea crossing to Cairnryan. On your way to Glasgow, stop in Alloway, the birthplace of Scottish poet Robert Burns. Today’s Distance: 87 mi/ 140 km

Day 9 : Glasgow,Fort William,Fort Augustus,Culloden Moor,Highlands

Location: glasgow, fort william, fort augustus, culloden moor, scottish highlands, accommodation name: strathspey hotel.

Follow the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond, and proceed via wild Rannoch Moor, Glen Coe, Fort William, beneath Ben Nevis and Fort Augustus. In the afternoon, look out for signs of the mysterious Loch Ness monster, on the way to Culloden Moor where the Jacobite Rising, with Bonnie Prince Charlie at its helm, came to a tragic end at the hands of the Hanoverians. Today’s Distance: 202 mi/ 325 km

Day 10 : Highlands,Pitlochry,St. Andrews,Edinburgh

Location: scottish highlands, pitlochry, st andrews, edinburgh, accommodation name: leonardo hotel edinburgh murrayfield.

Travel through the spectacular Cairngorms National Park to Pitlochry, the Victorian mountain resort set amongst a beautiful scenery. Then, head to St. Andrews, whose Royal and Ancient Golf Club has given us the rules of golfing. Finally, cross the elegant Forth Road Bridge to Edinburgh. A suggestion for this evening: a traditional Scottish night out with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and, of course, the Ceremony of the Haggis. Today’s Distance: 176 mi/ 284 km

Day 11 : Edinburgh

Location: edinburgh.

A full day to enjoy the Scottish capital. Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town,” home to famous scientists, inventors, and novelists. In the “Old Town,” visit Edinburgh Castle to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Afternoon at leisure. For departures July 26 & 27 and August 2, 9 & 10 tickets are included for tonight’s performance of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Day 12 : Edinburgh

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

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Located on the banks of the River Shannon, The Limerick City Hotel encompasses breathtaking views of the Shannon and Limerick City. Limerick City Hotel is walking distance from Limerick Colbert Train & Bus Station. Why not enjoy a drink or food with us at our new McGettigan's bar; we offer some great Irish food with a twist.

Sligo's only City Centre based hotel with a full Leisure Centre located beside both train and bus stations in the heart of Sligo City. This Sligo City based hotel is the ideal base for a touring the Yeats Country and environs of which the North West of Ireland is renowned.

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Multistory Hotel set in prestigious West End, 4 miles from city center.

With an elevated position in the centre of Aviemore this hotel has 7 floors, many with breathtaking views of the Cairngorms. The hotel has a large restaurant, and a spacious and relaxing lounge. A minute's walk away gives clients access to the resort's leisure center with indoor pool and gym together with a large gift shop and relaxing beauty treatments. Guestrooms feature TV, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, iron/ironing board, bathroom toiletries, towels and Internet access.

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Usually max 43 people

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We have just returned from a cosmos….

We have just returned from a Cosmos tour- Gourmet Tuscany. We stayed in Montecatini Terme and traveled from there to many wonderful places, in towns and the fabulous Tuscan countryside. We visit Vineyards for wine tastings, farms for cooking lessons and lunches and dinners in authentic Italian restaurants. All assisted by a friendly, informative tour director. First class holiday

Excellent in every respect

I recently did a 2-week "best of Italy" tour with this company. Our guide, Daniella, was fantastic, the itinerary was excellent and they catered for my rather difficult dietary requirements really well. Really happy and will certainly book with them again

A wonderrful experience

WE saw so much. The tour director Mladin was very knowledgeable and made the experience so enjoyable. The bus driver Paul was so nice and helpful. A couple of the hotels had no refrigerators to keep the water cold. We had to carry our own luggage to and from the rooms. There should have been porters to help us. Over all we had a great time.

Old South &Florida tour

Great organisation, tour guide(Kris) and driver(Tony) who went extra mile and good group of people from all over world. The hotels were excellent in New Orleans and Nashville and very good in other cities. The itinerary was well thought out with visits to Gracelands and Grande ole Oprey topping the bill. We added 3extra nights in New Orleans (giving us 6nights) which was absolutely fab and would advise anyone doing this tour that they consider some extra nights to see and do as much as you can

The tour director expertise and…

The tour director expertise and personality made the trip all the more pleasant. No stress. The local guides as well added to the beauty of this trip. They were knowledgeable and personable. I also have to mention the travelers (the group of 21). The people were friendly an accommodating. This is my third trip with this tour company and I will continue to travel with this company due to excellent planning and customer service. Thank you

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Grand Tour of Britain and Ireland (90502024)

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England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales

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Vacation Overview Experience the best of England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales on this in-depth exploration tour of the British Isles. In between time in the major cities—London, Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Cardiff—visit some of the historic towns and witness some of the breathtaking scenery. On any tour through Britain and Ireland, you 'd expect to visit ancient ruins, majestic castles, and historic sights. That 's why Cosmos has included visits to prehistoric Stonehenge; Bath, known for its Roman ruins and baths; Edinburgh Castle, dating to the 12th century, where you 'll admire Scotland 's Crown Jewels; Hadrian 's Wall, the remains of the fortifications built by the Romans 2,000 years ago to defend against marauding northern tribes; the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth, where the Pilgrim Fathers embarked in 1620; the battlefield of Culloden Moor, where in 1746, the last battle was fought on British soil; and more. You 'd also expect to see stunning scenery and lush landscapes on a Britain and Ireland tour. That 's why Cosmos has included a drive around the Dingle Peninsula, a dramatic drive passing seaside villages, ancient monuments, and views of the Blasket Islands; a drive on the 100-mile Ring of Kerry, with its rugged and magnificent landscapes; the spectacular 668-foot Cliffs of Moher, where rugged cliffs drop into the ocean; a scenic drive along North Wales coast to England 's tranquil Lake District, recently awarded UNESCO World Heritage status; and drives through rich dairy farmland. In the Scottish Highlands, drive through the rolling terrain interspersed with lochs (lakes), picturesque towns, and the sparkling coastline. Watch for Nessie at Loch Ness, Scotland 's largest lake. Bustling cities, smaller towns, historic sights, breathtaking landscapes, and much more are offered on this incredible Britain and Ireland tour.

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