See the Sights of Ireland's East Coast

Enjoy this memorable Private East Coast Tour of Ireland, spending 5 days (4 nights) sightseeing from Dublin.

You will be met at Dublin Airport or Cruise Ship Dock by your private driver/guide who will take care of your needs during your vacation in Ireland.

Travel the highways and byways of Ireland in the comfort of a luxury touring vehicle. All local taxes, insurances, fuel and driver expenses are included. Benefit from a flexible itinerary and unlimited mileage seeing East Coast sights.

Your hotel accommodation is either 4-star or 5-star depending on your choice.

At the end of your tour, your Private Driver Guide will safely return you to the airport or cruise ship dock with plenty of time to check-in and prepare for your journey home.

Tour Highlights:

• Book of Kells
• Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens
• Glendalough
• Newgrange and Knowth
• Guinness Storehouse
• Dublin Castle
• Castletown House
• Powerscourt House & Gardens
• St. Patrick's Cathedral
• Malahide Castle

Included:

• Complimentary VIP Pick-Up Service upon arrival in Dublin
• Private chauffeur transfers to and from airport or cruise ship
• Private Touring in Executive Vehicles adhering to all National and European Limousine Regulations
• Vehicles Fully Air Conditioned
• Knowledgeable Personal Chauffeur/Guide (police vetted for governmental departmental assignments)
• Chauffeur expenses, fuel cost, parking tolls etc, as well as all related touring expenses are covered by your ticket price
• Luxurious hotel accommodations with ensuite facilities as standard
• Full Irish Breakfast included each morning
• Concierge Service
• Complimentary Cell Phone with €100 Euro Credit

Excluded:

• Attraction Entrance Fees
• Meals other than breakfast
• Driver/Guide Gratuity

Hotel Accommodations:

4-Star Hotel - The Davenport Hotel Located on a quiet corner in the heart of Dublin, moments away from the buzz of city life, the O'Callaghan Davenport Hotel is where history and modernity unite. A fusion of old and new is a distinctive feature of this traditional, elegant hotel. Imaginatively decorated in warm, vibrant colours, the 4-star Davenport Hotel has been designed with style and comfort in mind.

5-Star Hotel - The Merrion Hotel The Merrion has established itself as the epitome of relaxed grandeur, welcoming Dubliners and visitors to the city with stunningly appointed rooms, crackling turf fires and a host of facilities. Situated in the heart of Dublin, it has received many prestigious awards and accolades over recent years and excels in the art of hospitality.

Itinerary:

Day 1 - Dublin
You will be met in the arrival halls of Dublin airport or cruise ship dock by your driver guide. He will transport you to your hotel where we recommend you enjoy a short sleep of 2-4 hours. Later you can enjoy a stroll around Dublin or, if you wish, your driver will transport you to each place. The medieval city of Dublin is soaked in history dating back over a thousand years when the Vikings first founded the city and gave it its name.

Day 2 - Wicklow
Today you will travel to Wicklow - also known as the Garden of Ireland. Enroute, visit the coastal towns south of Dublin. From here, travel through The Wicklow Mountains visiting ancient monastic settlements, 18th Century houses, quaint villages and also explore its famous bogs formed by an ancient granite uplift. The Wicklow Mountains are part of a granite mass which is the largest in north-western Europe.

Day 3 - Kildare
This day you travel west of Dublin to the county of Kildare, made famous by Irish Horse Racing. The first stop is Castletown House - Ireland's largest Palladian style house. The tour continues past the stud farms and race tracks to St. Brigid's Cathedral, built in the 13th Century. From there, it's on to explore the magnificent Irish National Stud and Gardens.

Day 4 - Meath
Today your driver/guide takes you North to Meath and your first stop is Bru Na Boinne. It contains passage tombs which are more than 5000 years old and is one of Europe's largest megalithic sites. From there, the tour continues to Mellifont Abbey, founded in the 12th Century by St. Malachy of Armagh. Returning toward Dublin, you can visit the famous Malahide Castle which is surrounded by 279 acres of parkland. Built in the 12th Century this is an Irish must-see.

Day 5 - Depart Dublin
Alas, your tour of Ireland is at an end. Your driver/guide will collect you from your Dublin hotel and transfer you to Dublin Airport or Cruise Ship Dock for your transportation connection.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Vehicles are insured to International standards.
• In the event of a vehicle breakdown, no refund will be applied for the time lost. Your tour provider will do everything in its power to ensure this does not happen. Vehicles are maintained to national annual car testing standards.
• If the vehicle is soiled by a passenger in your party, you may incur valet charges of 100 euros, payable on-site for cleaning costs.
• We strongly suggest you arrange for travel insurance prior to your trip.
• Tour provider, its affiliates and agents are not responsible for loss, damage or theft of personal belongings and equipment, personal injury and illness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What meals are included on my Tour?
A full Irish Breakfast is included each morning. All other meals you pay as you go. Your driver/guide can arrange dinner reservations if you require this service.

What else is included on this tour?
The price includes all of your transportation requirements and the services of your driver/guide. Chauffeur expenses, fuel and parking tolls etc. as well as all related touring expenses are covered in your tour.

Is Our Chauffeur Driver also a Guide?
Yes, chauffeurs are also guides and have considerable expertise in Ireland from many different perspectives. These include history, current affairs, restaurants, the best driving routes, best time of day to visit attractions, as well as a host of other topics such as activities, local events and festivals. Your chauffeur/guide can make your experience much richer and deeper than if you were touring on your own or on a bus.

Should I tip my chauffeur/guide?
Tipping is a discretionary matter. It is, however, customary around the world - if one is pleased with their tour - to tip the chauffeur/guide.

Is there time for shopping on this tour?
Wherever possible, time for shopping is allowed within the framework of your tour. But, this is not a "shopping tour," so the actual amount of time available for shopping is generally limited.

Does this tour include much walking and stair climbing?
Virtually all tours involve some walking, and some tours include more walking and stair climbing than others. You will have much control over how much walking you will do. Walking may be over uneven surfaces such as cobblestone city streets or the rocky pathways of ancient ruins. On many tours, it could be necessary to negotiate stairs. Please keep in mind that most of the buildings you may be visiting were constructed well before conveniences such as elevators were invented and have been preserved in their original state.

8 DAYS MINIMUM ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED. Pick-up and drop-off at virtually any Dublin lodging, cruise ship or airport are included for this tour. Rates are per person in US dollars. 2 PERSONS MINIMUM PER ORDER. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 888-217-2297.