Irish Villa Vacation + Cliffs of Moher w/ Dublin Castle Extension
Explore Ireland from your own private villa!
The pipes are calling! Touch down in Dublin, collect your rental car, then set off for 8, 9, or even 10 nights of self-guided scenery, culture, and fun! Plan out your own day trips, sightseeing, and other activities then return to your private villa in Adare once the sun has gone down. Take on the Emerald Isle at your own pace, on your own terms!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Dan Dooley Manual Car Rental for full duration (automatic available for additional cost; inquire at time of booking)
- 6 nights in Adare at the Adare Villas (3 bedrooms, 3 baths, fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining room)
- Admission to the Cliffs of Moher
- 2 nights in Dublin at Fitzpatricks Castle Hotel or similar, without breakfast
Great Ways to Explore
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Enjoy breathtaking views of the picturesque Irish countryside as you drive from destination to destination.
- More nights mean more memories! Choose the 8-night option and stay in a luxurious hotel located within a short drive from Dublin.
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Take the perfect selfie in front of the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland's most visited dramatic sea cliffs.
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Embark on a hike through Killarney National Park, Ireland's oldest national park. Encounter stunning gardens, rapid waterfalls, and even castle ruins!
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Enjoy your meals with a melody! Scope out pubs and restaurants with live music for the full Irish experience.
The Adare Villas are an ideal home base for a vacation to Ireland. The Villas are self-catering, spacious and include a list of amenities to make guests feel at home. This vacation package provides guests with a bit of privacy and independence with a stay in a private villa.
You will have a rental car for the duration of your trip, so you will be able to make several day trips to sights that catch your interest such as the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry and the Blarney Stone.
Your final nights will be spent set in the midst of Dublin's magnetic atmosphere! The capital city is where you can explore Trinity College, Temple Bar and the Guinness Storehouse.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
For $99 per person, add the following to your vacation:
- Admission to Bunratty Folk Park
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- King John's Castle
- Ring of Kerry Guided Tour
- Guinness Storehouse 10% Adult Admission
- Kildare Village 10% Discount VoucherÂ
- Waterford 2 for 1 Discount voucher
- Guided Titanic Trail Walking Tour (Cobh)
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Dan Dooley Manual Car Rental for full duration (automatic available for additional cost; inquire at time of booking)
- 6 nights in Adare at the Adare Villas (3 bedrooms, 3 baths, fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining room)
- Admission to the Cliffs of Moher
- 2 nights in Dublin at Fitzpatricks Castle Hotel or similar, without breakfast
-
Enjoy breathtaking views of the picturesque Irish countryside as you drive from destination to destination.
- More nights mean more memories! Choose the 8-night option and stay in a luxurious hotel located within a short drive from Dublin.
-
Take the perfect selfie in front of the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland's most visited dramatic sea cliffs.
-
Embark on a hike through Killarney National Park, Ireland's oldest national park. Encounter stunning gardens, rapid waterfalls, and even castle ruins!
-
Enjoy your meals with a melody! Scope out pubs and restaurants with live music for the full Irish experience.
The Adare Villas are an ideal home base for a vacation to Ireland. The Villas are self-catering, spacious and include a list of amenities to make guests feel at home. This vacation package provides guests with a bit of privacy and independence with a stay in a private villa.
You will have a rental car for the duration of your trip, so you will be able to make several day trips to sights that catch your interest such as the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry and the Blarney Stone.
Your final nights will be spent set in the midst of Dublin's magnetic atmosphere! The capital city is where you can explore Trinity College, Temple Bar and the Guinness Storehouse.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
For $99 per person, add the following to your vacation:
- Admission to Bunratty Folk Park
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- King John's Castle
- Ring of Kerry Guided Tour
- Guinness Storehouse 10% Adult Admission
- Kildare Village 10% Discount VoucherÂ
- Waterford 2 for 1 Discount voucher
- Guided Titanic Trail Walking Tour (Cobh)
Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
You will pick up your rental car at Dublin Airport and take off to your first accommodation: the Adare Villas.
A Tip For Your Trip: Keep in mind that you will be driving on the opposite side of the road so proceed with caution!
Check-in - Adare Villas
The Adare Villas are an extraordinary collection of villas in stunning Adare, Limerick. The villas are located just about a 15 minute drive from Limerick city and 25 minutes from Shannon International Airport. Each villa includes fully equipped kitchens with a fridge, stove, microwave, coffee maker, dishwasher, and washing machine/dryer. You can enjoy your stay without worrying about having enough converters – there are 110 volt sockets in each room, all outlets are UL standard American sockets and do not require adapters to facilitate American Plug Tops.
There are a wide array of indoor and outdoor activities offered by the Adare Villas, taking place on the estate grounds or a close drive away. Activities include Falconry, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Fishing, Archery, Golf, and The Manor Fields Playground.
*Check-in is at 4:00pm
Please Note
Day 2. Adare
Make the short drive over to the Cliffs of Moher for some of the most impressive views of the Galway Bay and Aran Islands. You will be located about an hour away and the Cliffs are such an iconic site you will not want to miss!
A Tip For Your Trip: For less driving, visit the village of Adare where you can find thatched cottages, the River Maigue and the Adare Heritage Centre.
Cliffs Of Moher Admission
See Ireland's most visited sea cliffs; these dramatic cliffs rise over 700 ft above sea level and offer some of the most breathtaking coastal views.
On a clear day, see as far as the Aran Islands! Take a leisurely stroll along the guided path, climb the castle at the top of the hill, or see how many different species of birds you can spot - you may even see a puffin or two!
Day 3. Adare
The Ring of Kerry is a trail in Killarney, about an hour and a half drive for you. Along this celebrated southwestern trail you will be able to see the Muckross House, Ross Castle, Lough Leane and the famous Killarney National Park. The Killarney National Park is famous for being home to the Torc waterfall and other beautiful parts of nature. Enjoy a hike through this land and admire the lakes, castle ruins, gardens, and Ireland's tallest mountains!
Day 4. Adare
Today you might want to visit the 600-year-old Blarney Castle and Stone. This is such an iconic landmark in Ireland; tourists from all over the world come to kiss the Blarney Stone.
A Tip For Your Trip: Legend has it that if you kiss the stone you will acquire the gift of eloquence or persuasion.
Day 5. Adare
Continue your sightseeing and take the 90-minute drive to Kilkenny where you will see the Kilkenny Castle and the Kilkenny Design Centre.
Day 6. Adare
This is your final day at the Adare Villas. You can venture out and make a day trip to Limerick city where you will see King John's Castle that overlooks the River Shannon. Limerick city is a 20-minute drive from the Villas.
Day 7. Adare - Dublin
Head to Dublin today to your next accommodation. Once settled, venture forth and discover the city at your leisure. Why not start your Ireland adventure with a pint at Ireland's oldest pub, The Brazen Head in Dublin?
With a sophisticated combination of traditional old-world opulence and contemporary design, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa sets a new precedent and fresh interpretation for hotels around Ireland. As one of the leading 4-star hotels in Ireland, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa features unique attributes that emphasize the beauty of its estate. Standing on 21 acres of mature manicured lawns and gardens, the hotel's most unique attribute is the peaceful oasis it offers guests, while also being located in such close proximity to Dublin's city center and surrounding golf courses.
The hotel is situated on the grounds of a former castle; the original castle was destroyed during the Cromwellian invasion of Ireland. The 18th-century Georgian house that we see today is at the heart of the hotel, blending seamlessly with the stylish, modern bedrooms and restaurant in the contemporary wing. The historic mansion, once home to the Lord of Dunboyne, today serves as one of Ireland's foremost exclusive hotels on Dublin's doorstep.
Its 145 large, comfortable rooms boast free WiFi, air-conditioning, HD TV, and much more. Relax at Seoid, meaning jewel in Irish, the decadent on-site spa. Unwind in the crystal steam room, enjoy an herbal sauna, pamper yourself with a mud treatment, and more. Take a stroll through the lavish garden, then indulge in a delicious meal at the Ivy Restaurant. Feast your eyes on its carefully prepared seasonal menu, then taste the award-winning flavors of the in-house chefs, who've earned 2 AA Rosettes from 2013 to date.
Day 8. Dublin
Day 9. Depart Ireland
Head to the airport today where you will drop off your rental car before your return flight home.
Fly home!
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