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When you see Ireland with us - you see the best of Ireland!

We all know Ireland for its green rolling hills, lively culture and deep history – but you cannot truly know Ireland until you have experienced it!
Ireland is a small island with a big heart – where the locals believe their land is the most beautiful in the world. They wouldn’t be wrong!
We chose to take our tours to Ireland, because it is a country with such a rich cultural heritage. We want to show people not just the places, but actual living traditions, and give our travellers access to the people that keep these traditions alive.
On this unique itinerary, we will show you Ireland unlike anyone else!

Trip Details

14 days/13 nights | Dublin to Dublin

Tour Style: Signature

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Inspiring Ireland: Travel to the Emerald Isle with Cobblestone Freeway

Discover Ireland on our three culturally-rich tours to the Emerald Isle. For all the details on how you can become inspired by Ireland, visit www.cobblestonefreeway.ca

Itinerary

Day
1-2
Welcome to Ireland! Explore the bustling city of Dublin, steeped in centuries of history, and with its own unique charm. Try a Guinness at the famous Guinness Storehouse, hear the stories of the local people, try the traditional cuisine that has become part of the Irish heritage.
Day
3-4
Next we head to the charming city of Belfast, a cosmopolitan city with a vast and varied history. Visit the picturesque landscapes of Northern Ireland – wonder at the mysterious Giant’s Causeway, a fascinating natural phenomenon, and Dunluce Castle, which found its fame in the TV series Game of Thrones!
Day
5
Travel along the picturesque Causeway Coastal Route, and enjoy the impressive views. Spend a day at a local farm, where you can discover the history of the people of this ancient land, enjoy traditional tea and scones, and learn about peat cutting and Irish farm life!
Day
6-8
On our way to Galway we will travel through the stunning Connemara - known for its mountains, the “Twelve Bens” peaks and the beauty of its landscapes, with their changing colours. The stunning scenery will take your breath away! The most Irish of cities, Galway wraps its arms around you like a Claddagh friendship ring. - Galway is referred to as the “Cultural Heart of Ireland”. Take a boat out to the Aran Islands. Be swept along an old-fashioned journey around the island in a pony & trap , and see beautiful ruins from early Christian times, medieval castles; breathe the clean air and soak up the rich folklore that the islanders are keen to recount.
Day
9-10
Next we’ll head along the West coast towards The Cliffs of Moher! These stunning cliffs have an impressive panorama of the wide Atlantic Ocean, and are visited for their beauty by more than 1 million people each year. Step back in time at Bunratty Folk Park, a recreation of homes and lives of local people from over a century ago. See one of the most famous landmarks on the Dingle Peninsula – Gallarus Oratory, the oldest Christian church on the territory of Ireland.
Day
11-12
Take some time to explore Killarney at your own pace – soak up the stunning woodlands and lakes of the National Park, or the many historic houses and gardens. Enjoy the Ring of Kerry, a route through the southwest of Ireland with the best scenery and heritage around! To sum up our stay here, you’ll be treated to traditional Irish Music, at a Song & Irish Dance Show!
Day
13-14
We will head back to lively Dublin, but on the way stop at Blarney Castle. This castle is famous for its “Kissing Stone” - here you will be able to hang upside-down over a sheer drop to kiss the stone, which is said to give the gift of eloquence! For our final night in this dynamic country, we’ll party like the Irish on Dublin’s Traditional Musical Pub Crawl!
map - When you see Ireland with us - you see the best of Ireland!

Highlights

Dublin fair city: explore lively Dublin and its rich history.
Local cuisine: discover Irelands thriving food scene on a Food Trail.
Liquid gold: experience tastings of Guinness and Irish Whiskey.
Moments in history: learn the story of the Titanic in Belfast.
Ancient legends: marvel at the Giant’s Causeway.
Rural life: visit a local sheep farm, and try your hand at peat cutting!
Authentic Experience: venture to the Aran Islands, and take a journey around the island in a traditional pony & trap.
Time Travel: journey back in time at Bunratty Folk Park.
Folk dance: enjoy a traditional Irish Folk Dance Show!
Gift of the gab: kiss the Blarney Stone – it might bring you luck!
Cobblestone Exclusives: attend private concerts, cultural events, and workshops exclusively for Cobblestone Freeway travellers.

Our Signature Tours Include:

5 Star Transportation
First Class Hotels
Two Meals per Day
All Entrance Fees

The Cobblestone Experience always includes:

Small Groups

16 people maximum. Sometimes fewer, but there’s never more. This allows for more intimate experiences and flexibility while on tour.

Village Visits

Learn about a country from its people. We get away from tourist traps and into the places where authentic life takes place.

Folk Performances

The best local folk performers playing for you. We ensure you have an intimate experience with local artists so you can live the culture.

Artisan Demonstrations

Participate or sit back and soak it up: learn traditions from the people who keep them alive.

Traditional Cuisine

Food is a central part of our journey, so we carefully choose each restaurant to ensure you get a variety of delicious local eats and great service.

Pacing

Time to breathe, digest and soak up the atmosphere. Ample opportunity to experience a place before moving to our next adventure.

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Land Tour Dates:

May 18 to May 31, 2024

$8,095 CAD

To book, contact Cynthia Fiddler - The Great Canadian Travel Company
Email: cynthia@gctravel.ca
Phone: 204-594-7429


Prices are land-only, per person, based on double occupancy. Prices subject to change. Secure this price with your full $500 CAD deposit.

Single Supplement - $1,980 CAD- “Solo traveller friendly!”

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Booking Terms

Prices are subject to change. Secure this price with your full $500 CAD deposit. Final payment is due 60 days before departure.

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Flight Packages

Flights may be purchased through The Great Canadian Travel Company (via Cynthia Fiddler), or a travel agency of your choice.

How to Book

To book, contact Cynthia Fiddler – The Great Canadian Travel Company
Email: cynthia@gctravel.ca
Phone: 204-594-7429

Cobblestone Travellers Say:

“We had such a fantastic time touring Ireland with… Cobblestone Freeway tours! (They) filled 13 days with amazing information and sites, plenty of delicious food (and Guinness) great accommodations, a perfect combination of guided and free time and so much laughter that I feel 10 years younger. Loved every minute of it!!! Thank you so much… for the absolute most memorable time”

Darlene. S

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