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Grand Tour of Ireland: Plus

9 days, 4 cities  |  From $2,599 $2,249 before flights($350 off)  |  Estimated payments as low as $74

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4.9 out of 5 stars

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Which trip style is right for you?

Essential: Budget-friendly, shared accommodations. Perfect for solo travelers and extroverts.

Plus: Hotel-style rooms with one other traveler. Great for those who want more privacy.

Why go?

This is the Ireland you’ve always imagined: pub-lined streets, lush emerald countryside, historic castles and cathedrals, and more lakes and lochs than you can count. So whether you’re Irish to your core or only on March 17, there’s plenty of good craic to go around.

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What you'll get

  • Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
  • 7 nights in handpicked accommodations
  • 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners
  • Expert Tour Director
  • 24/7 support from our travel gurus
  • Insider city tours with local guide
  • Guinness Storehouse tour and free pint
  • Guided tour of St. Patrick’s Cathedral
  • Stop at the world-famous Cliffs of Moher

Picture yourself

  • Sipping a freshly-brewed pint at the Guinness Brewhouse
  • Kissing the Blarney Stone to score the gift of gab
  • Connecting with nature throughout the Ring of Kerry
  • Pub crawling along Quay Street in Galway
  • Searching for puffins high atop the Cliffs of Moher

Itinerary

Day 1: Overnight Flight

Find your seat, pick a movie, and then try to get a wee bit of shuteye. The majesty and raw beauty of Ireland awaits.

Day 2: Arrive in Dublin + Welcome Dinner

Welcome to Dublin, the capital of Ireland! Once you arrive and drop your bags off at the accommodation, take a stroll to St. Stephen’s Green, Grafton Street, and Temple bar, where pub culture, literary history, and all-around charm await.

In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner of local cuisine and drinks with fellow travelers at an authentic local spot. Afterwards, you’re free to take the party elsewhere!

Today’s highlights
  • Land at the airport and meet a waiting EF representative.
  • Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room.
  • Get familiar with the area around your hotel with an introductory walk with your Tour Director.
Travel questions?

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Friday, 9am–5:30pm ET

Accommodations

We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.

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Staycity City Centre

This contemporary hotel is located in downtown Dublin. Guests will enjoy a fitness center, a café, and outdoor courtyard. Nearby, you’ll find the iconic Irish fruit markets, Ha’penny Bridge, and The Temple Bar.

River Court Hotel

This upscale hotel is located on the banks of River Nore. Guests will enjoy an award-winning restaurant, a bar, and outdoor lounge areas. Nearby, you’ll find the Kilkenny Castle, lively pubs with live folk music, and the Roth...

Parkavon Hotel

This sophisticated hotel is located in the Scrahane neighborhood of Killarney. Guests will enjoy the bar and restaurant, leisure pool, and jacuzzi. Nearby, you’ll find the Kerry Way walking trail, Ross Castle, and a variety of...

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4.9 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

3rd-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Mar 2025

The great Irish odyssey

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Brady, traveled in Mar 2025

When I set out for this trip I had my own expectations of what the experiences would be. I envisioned castles, greenery, and of course Guinness. What I got out of it eclipsed my initial expectations. Ireland is so much more than a land inhabited by folks fond of libation, and...

Wow very fun

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Mar 2025

Fun time

My favorite EF trip yet!

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Tara, traveled in Mar 2025

This experience felt like two trips in one, getting to spend St Patrick’s Day in Dublin & watch the famous parade, shop, listen to live music, and more. Then heading over to the Irish countryside & staying at the cutest accommodations and seeing the seaside cliffs, wildlife,...

PLEASE TAKE THE TRIP

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Mar 2025

Please take the trip, just do it!!! This trip was amazing and I’m so glad I did it. I got to see sooooo many things on this trip that I will never forget.

Beautiful scenery

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Lyndsey, traveled in Mar 2025

Ireland is full of beautiful scenery! We stopped at all of the best spots to see as a tourist. The only downside was the hostels provided for accomodations.

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