Venture north for spectacular beauty. Scenic wonders, lively cities, and cozy firesides: this winter tour of Ireland showcases the best of the northern half of the island. Experience walking tours in Galway and Derry, Giant’s Causeway, the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, and more.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Dublin Tour & Welcome Drink
Your tour departs from your hotel at 2
Day 2
Sean's Bar & Galway Walking Tour
Visit Sean's Bar in Athlone, Ireland's oldest pub dating back to 900 AD
Choose a creamy Irish coffee or another drink and raise your glass as visitors have for centuries. Travel on to Galway and join a local guide for a walking tour of this buzzing city on the River Corrib. There’s much to see in the city that was chosen the European Capital of Culture for 2020
Day 3
Sheepdog Demo, Donegal Tweed Demonstration & Donegal
In County Sligo, you'll see an amazing demonstration of highly skilled dogs herding sheep at their owner's command
Journey on through rugged scenery to Donegal, a town established around a Viking harbor and today known for handcrafted tweeds and woolens. Visit our CIE Tours preferred shopping partner Triona Design with free time to discover the charm of this lively town. This evening, dine at your hotel in Stranorlar. (B, D)
Day 4
Derry Walking Tour, Giant's Causeway & Crosskeys Inn
Join a local guide for a walking tour of historic Derry, viewing the Old City with its fortification walls dating back to the 17th century
Proceed on to the Giant’s Causeway, impressive sea cliffs and hexagonal basalt column formations along the Atlantic, which folklore says was built by the legendary Finn MacCool. Experience this awe-inspiring natural spectacle and take in an exhibition about its history. Enjoy dinner with your group at the oldest thatched pub in Ireland dating to 1654, the Crosskeys Inn. A CIE Tours exclusive venue, it’s one of Ireland’s most famous traditional music pubs. (B, D)
Day 5
Titanic Belfast & Belfast City Tour
Visit Titanic Belfast to discover the role Belfast shipbuilders played in the history of the ill-fated ocean liner
Take a panoramic tour of Belfast to discover its rich history, dynamic arts scene, and its wealth of architectural heritage, and hear how the city has been transformed since the 1990s peace process. You are free to explore and dine as you wish for the rest of the afternoon and evening. (B)
Day 6
Game of Thrones Studio Tour & Merry Ploughboy
Take a drive to step behind the scenes at the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, as you discover the secrets of the Seven Kingdoms, exploring authentic sets like Winterfell's Great Hall and the Thr...
Try your hand at White Walker target practice and watch as CGI transforms you into a White Walker in interactive exhibits. Return to Dublin for a lively evening of traditional Irish entertainment over dinner at the Merry Ploughboy. (B, D)
Day 7
Tour Ends in Dublin
Your tour ends in Dublin after breakfast.
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Jan 03, 2027
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Jan 09, 2027
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Jan 31, 2027
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Feb 06, 2027
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Feb 28, 2027
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Mar 06, 2027
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Mar 14, 2027
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Mar 20, 2027
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$1,595
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Mar 21, 2027
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Mar 27, 2027
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Apr 18, 2027
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Apr 24, 2027
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Sep 19, 2027
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Sep 25, 2027
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$1,845
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Oct 03, 2027
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Oct 09, 2027
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Oct 17, 2027
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Oct 23, 2027
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Nov 14, 2027
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Nov 20, 2027
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Dec 05, 2027
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Dec 11, 2027
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$1,495
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