Solo Travel: Irish B&B Getaway
Build the Ireland vacation of your dreams!
If you've been dreaming of seeing Ireland and planning your own personal itinerary, look no further! Fly into Shannon, pick up your rental car, and begin your solo Irish adventure! Visit the most iconic sites, like the Cliffs of Moher and Ring of Kerry, drive through the lush countryside, and end your trip near Dublin!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Shannon (SNN), out of Dublin (DUB)
- Manual, economy size rental car for duration - upgrade to automatic available
- 1 night in County Clare at Hotel Woodstock or similar
- 5 nights in your choice of B&B's throughout Ireland
- Breakfast Daily
This package is specially priced for solo travelers and has no single supplement.
Great Ways to Explore
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Drive through the beautiful Irish countryside at your own pace!
- Be sure to visit Galway, a charming seaside city with many universities!
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Visit the incredible Cliffs of Moher and Ring of Kerry, two iconic Ireland attractions.
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Dine on delicious cuisine and drink in pubs all across Ireland!
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Before you go, have a pint of Guinness at the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin!
You're in the drivers seat on this 6-night Ireland vacation! Begin your adventure in County Clare, where you'll pick up your rental car and spend your first night. From there, you choose your own adventure! Travel through the countryside, visit famous landmarks and iconic sites, and enjoy the pleasures of traveling solo! Stay in a different B&B each night, or spend a few nights in one destination. End your road trip near Dublin to catch your flight home!
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:
- Admission to the Cliffs of Moher
- Admission to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Shannon (SNN), out of Dublin (DUB)
- Manual, economy size rental car for duration - upgrade to automatic available
- 1 night in County Clare at Hotel Woodstock or similar
- 5 nights in your choice of B&B's throughout Ireland
- Breakfast Daily
This package is specially priced for solo travelers and has no single supplement.
-
Drive through the beautiful Irish countryside at your own pace!
- Be sure to visit Galway, a charming seaside city with many universities!
-
Visit the incredible Cliffs of Moher and Ring of Kerry, two iconic Ireland attractions.
-
Dine on delicious cuisine and drink in pubs all across Ireland!
-
Before you go, have a pint of Guinness at the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin!
You're in the drivers seat on this 6-night Ireland vacation! Begin your adventure in County Clare, where you'll pick up your rental car and spend your first night. From there, you choose your own adventure! Travel through the countryside, visit famous landmarks and iconic sites, and enjoy the pleasures of traveling solo! Stay in a different B&B each night, or spend a few nights in one destination. End your road trip near Dublin to catch your flight home!
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:
- Admission to the Cliffs of Moher
- Admission to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
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Day 1. Welcome to Shannon!
Arrive at Shannon International Airport and pick up your rental car which you will have for the remainder of your vacation. Drive to your first destination in County Clare and settle into your hotel. Enjoy your first pint of Irish beer as you prepare for the next few days of sightseeing
Situated on the Wild Atlantic Way, Hotel Woodstock is the ideal base to explore many of Ireland’s natural attractions. Situated at the edge of the beautiful medieval market town of Ennis, County Clare yet surrounded by the lush West coast countryside, Hotel Woodstock offers you the best of both worlds. Located within short driving distance of Limerick, Galway and the surfers’ paradise that is Lahinch. Shannon Airport and Lahinch are only a 30-minute drive away. The Cliffs of Moher are less than 30 miles from the hotel.Â
Surrounded by a stunning parkland championship golf course, the hotel in Ennis is situated in 155 acres of beautiful countryside in Ennis. From the moment you step into the wide, airy foyer to be greeted by a sumptuous lounge, roaring log fire and friendly management, you’ll feel the love this family-run hotel. The 4-star Woodstock Hotel offers you a range of spacious bedrooms, decorated in light modern colors, many offering you beautiful views over Woodstock Golf Course. Dining options include the relaxed intimate atmosphere of the Hotel Woodstock Bar, or the family-friendly spacious restaurant. The hotel features impressive facilities – including the newly refurbished deck-level pool, Jacuzzi, refitted sauna and brand new steam room.Â
Located in the beautiful County Clare countryside, The Inn at Dromoland commands panoramic views across the Clare Hills and Shannon Estuary - and is ideally situated just eight miles from Shannon Airport, a 15-minute drive from Ennis and a 20-minute drive from Limerick.
The Inn at Dromoland features 181 guestrooms, each individually designed and decorated with guests' comfort and relaxation in mind. Its health and leisure club boasts a large swimming pool and children's pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and plunge pool, plus fully equipped fitness center. The hotel is renowned for its seasonal and fully supervised Blue Dolphin Kids Club, as well as other family friendly activities.
Day 2. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
After breakfast, it's time to travel to your next destination. The remaining nights of your vacation will be spent at the Irish Bed & Breakfast of your choice! Be sure to book your stay prior to your departure date to ensure you are accommodated at your first choice Bed & Breakfast. Your local hosts can also help you with directions, or suggest different places to visit around their home!
Consider a visit to Galway, a city in Western Ireland bursting with culture and incredible coastal cuisine! Once a small fishing village, Galway has transformed into a vibrant metropolis with annual festivals, bohemian cafe culture, and colorful shop fronts.Â
Check-in - Ireland Bed and Breakfast
Staying in an Ireland Bed and Breakfast offers travelers the complete flexibility of creating their own itinerary. You must select your accommodations ahead of time directly at http://www.reserveabandb.com. To ensure the best availability, it's recommended that you pre-book your B&Bs as far in advance as possible. Enjoy your choice of accommodations from small towns to quaint villages to countryside manors.
All Irish B&B's pride themselves on providing their guests with a fresh, home-cooked breakfast each morning and quality accommodations that cater to every need. Draw on the local knowledge, personal touch and warm welcome of your Irish hosts. Learn about all the best local restaurants, pubs, shops, attractions and activities. Your hosts specialize in the best services available from golf to walking tours of the area, to adventure breaks and much more.
Why Stay in a B&B?
- Most bed and breakfasts are owned by the B&B operators themselves, who usually live on the premises. It's natural to expect that B&B operators who live in their own B&B's will bring a different perspective to the job.
- At B&B's, "customers" are truly guests, and it shows. The B&B owners will gladly help you find the best restaurant in town, the best pubs, point you to the best tourist attractions and local amenities and much much more. Many B&B's depend on word-of-mouth recommendations.
Combine those two factors and it's easy to see why B&B owners go out of their way to make sure your stay provides some great memories of Ireland.
*B&B check-in is between 3:00pm and 6:00pm..
Visit http://www.reserveabandb.com/ now.
Day 3. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
From your B&B in Galway, make your way down south to County Clare, home to the rugged Cliffs of Moher. Encounter nature in its wildest, purest form as you drive along the Wild Atlantic Way to Ireland’s most spectacular natural wonder.Â
On a clear day, you will be able to see the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, the Twelve Pins and the Maum Turk mountains in Connemara as well as the Dingle Peninsula and Blasket Islands in Kerr.Â
After you've soaked in the beauty of the Cliffs of Moher, check into a B&B in Clare.
A Tip For Your Trip: Allow a minimum of two hours for a visit to the Cliffs of Moher.
Day 4. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Leave your B&B in the morning and drive to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. Built in 1425, Bunratty Castle is the most complete and authentic medieval castle in Ireland. Explore 15th and 16th century furnishings, tapestries, and works of art that capture the mood of the times. Then get a taste of medieval life at Bunratty Folk Park, complete with a school, post office, doctors house, hardware shop, printers and pub!
From Bunratty, continue your drive south to Killarney. Check into a B&B then explore this lively city.
Day 5. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Today, drive to the Ring of Kerry, a road taking you through 10,000 years of Irish history! On this 111-mile route, you will pass landmarks like Skellig Michael, Muckross House, Derrynane Beach, the stone forts of Cahergal & Leacanabuaile, and more.Â
Once you've completed the circular route, check into a B&B near Kenmare and rest up for your next day of adventure.Â
Day 6. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
In the morning, drive east to Blarney Castle near Cork. Explore the grounds of this famous medieval castle dating back to 1446 and don't forget to kiss the Blarney Stone, which is said to give each kisser the gift of eloquence.Â
Then make your way to the city of Cork, considered Ireland's third city after Dublin and Belfast. Walk the compact city center and make stops at the English Market, St Fin Barre's Cathedral, and Cork City Gaol.Â
Make your way toward Kilkenny for your final evening in Ireland.
Day 7. Depart Ireland
Say goodbye to Ireland as you drive to Dublin airport. Drop off your rental car then transfer to your departure gate for your flight home.
Fly home!
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