From (AUD)$7,795
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Stunning natural vistas, dramatic rocky coastlines, broody overcast skies and smiling locals await you in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Delight in the big city charm of Dublin, the southern beauty of Cork, the incredible Cliffs of Moher, the historic past of Belfast and so much more in this small group tour of the Emerald Isle.
Group Size — Max 16
Tips — Total cost includes - Tipping Made Easy, from $185pp pre-paid
Transport — Small coach & boat

In Dublin, tour Trinity College’s famous library and see its most prized possession, the Book of Kells.

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Be transported back to medieval times in Kilkenny and visit the stunning Kilkenny Castle.

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Enjoy an afternoon in the small town of Cobh with free time to explore.

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Explore the Giant's Causeway, where iconic basalt columns and rugged coastal landscapes intertwine with mythical legends.

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Special Experiences

Enjoy a scenic cruise along the waterways of the River Shannon and Lough Derg Lake, followed by lunch at a local restaurant on the banks of the lake.
Step back in time with a tour of the 400-year-old Bushmills whiskey distillery, where we’ll savour a taste of this iconic Irish whiskey.

Itinerary A Tale of Two Irelands

Itinerary

Day

Inclusions A Tale of Two Irelands

Inclusions

Sightseeing

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  • Dublin sightseeing
  • Visit Trinity College
  • Tour Dublin Castle
  • Kilkenny Castle, Rose Garden
  • Explore Jerpoint Abbey
  • Wander through Kells Priory
  • Free time to explore Cobh
  • Explore the extensive gardens on Garnish Island
  • View Torc Waterfall and wander through the grounds of Muckross House
  • Walking tour of Cork, including the English Market and Fitzgerald’s Park
  • Cork Butter Museum
  • Visit Saint Fin Barres Cathedral
  • Enjoy afternoon tea at Cork's Imperial Hotel
  • Limerick orientation tour
  • Shannon River & Lough Derg Lake cruise
  • Cliffs of Moher
  • Photo stop along The Burren
  • Galway walking tour
  • Westport House and Gardens tour
  • Rockfleet Castle
  • Explore the Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
  • Visit the grave of W.B. Yeats
  • Tour of Belleek Pottery
  • See Grianán of Aileach and visit the Hill Fort
  • Visit the Museum of Free Derry
  • Tour the city walls of Derry
  • See Benone Beach
  • View Dunluce Castle
  • Enjoy a tour and tasting at Bushmills Distillery
  • Explore the Giant’s Causeway
  • Tour Belfast with a local guide
  • Dive into history at the Titanic Museum
  • Tour Hillsborough Castle & Gardens

Touring

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  • All touring in air-conditioned vehicles
  • Transportation in small coach or minibus
  • Cruise the Shannon River

Accommodation

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  • 10 nights in 3-4 star hotels

Properties include:

  • Hotel Riu Plaza The Greshem, Dublin
  • Hotel Kilkenny, Kilkenny
  • Clayton Hotel Cork City, Cork
  • Killaloe Hotel and Spa, Killaloe
  • Park House Hotel, Galway
  • Clayton Hotel, Sligo
  • Maldron Hotel, Derry
  • Europa Hotel, Belfast

Hotels listed are an indication and are subject to change without notice.

Double for Single Use: Please note the single supplement you pay on our tours entitles you to sole use of a room.  A double for single use room is larger than a traditional single room offered in Europe. Often these rooms will be of the same size as a double/twin room, but in some cases they may be smaller.

Meals

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  • 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners, including group welcome and farewell dinners

Tour Guides

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  • English-speaking locally based tour director
  • English-speaking locally based guides

Some things to note

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Please note:  

  • We don’t want you to miss out on any aspect of your small group tour. To ensure that you don’t, we recommend you arrive at your starting destination by 3.00pm in order to take part in your welcome dinner. 
  • Mount Stewart, the neo-classical house and gardens will be visited should the Hillsborough Castle be closed for an official function.
  • Please note when touring Dublin Castle and Kilkenny Castle no backpacks are allowed
  • On this tour we will be travelling in a small coach or minibus depending on our group size, which are perfectly suited for navigating the small roads and villages dotting along our route.
  • A number of our travel dates connect with the Scotland’s Highlands & Orkney tour, if you'd like to add on Scotland please speak to your Travel Specialist for further details.

 

Information A Tale of Two Irelands

Information

Let's Talk Fitness

At Bunnik Tours, we pride ourselves on our ability to create unique, once in a lifetime small group tours that are filled with incredible experiences you might not be able to have on your own, or in a larger group. However, that does mean aspects of our itineraries can be challenging for some travellers.

We want to make sure all Bunnik Tours travellers enjoy their trip, not struggle through it, so let’s work together to ensure our tours are right for you!

Fitness to Travel Requirements

Within seven days of your booking you will need to complete a Passenger Registration form, which also includes a Fitness to Travel declaration.

In this declaration, you must confirm you’re able to do the following:

  • I can walk up to 4-5 hours intermittently every day at a group pace, often in direct sunlight, on uneven surfaces without using any walking aid.
  • I can walk up multiple flights of stairs (including buildings without a lift) and short, steep hills.
  • I can stand for extended periods of time without needing to sit down, often in hot/humid climates.
  • I can carry my own luggage (including to/from hotels which do not offer porterage).
  • I am comfortable using a shower over bath (please note that we cannot guarantee stand-alone shower facilities at all hotels).
  • I can get on and off various modes of transport multiple times a day without assistance, including small boats.
  • I understand that my dietary requirements may not be fully catered for in some locations

 

If you have a health condition, such as cognitive impairment, vision/hearing impairment, or other medical conditions (diagnosed or undiagnosed) that may affect your ability to fully participate in tour activities or manage your own well-being during free time on tour, you will need to provide us with more details. 

If you do not feel that you can confidently manage all of the requirements set out above, please work with our team of Travel Specialists to find an alternative that is better suited to your current level of fitness.

Please visit our Fitness to Travel page for full details on our fitness policy.

FITNESS TO TRAVEL

 In the itinerary, this symbol indicates a particularly challenging day, where there will be extended periods of walking time, often across uneven ground and in areas of high altitude or heat and humidity.

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Dates & Prices A Tale of Two Irelands

Dates & Prices
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*Prices are in AUD, per person twin share.

*Prices are in AUD, per person twin share.

Start Date End Date Tour Price
Per person
twin share
Status    
22 Apr 25
03 May 25
$7,595
Fully Booked
13 May 25
24 May 25
$7,795
Fully Booked
27 May 25
07 Jun 25
$7,795
Limited Seats
17 Jun 25
28 Jun 25
$7,995
Limited Seats
24 Jun 25
05 Jul 25
$7,995
Available
12 Aug 25
23 Aug 25
$7,995
Guaranteed Departure
26 Aug 25
06 Sep 25
$7,995
Guaranteed Departure
09 Sep 25
20 Sep 25
$7,995
Guaranteed Departure
23 Sep 25
04 Oct 25
$7,795
Guaranteed Departure

Additional Information

Booking Deposit
$500 per person
Tipping
Total cost includes - Tipping Made Easy, from $185pp pre-paid
Single Supplement
From $1,900
Visa Information

You may need to obtain visas for this tour. Please check with your travel agent for further details. For Australian passport holders you may wish to visit our Passports and Visas page here for indicative information on what may be required.

Terms & Conditions

All prices shown are per person based on twin share. Prices and itineraries correct at current time but are subject to change. Please call for more details. View our full terms & conditions here.

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