Visit Kilkenny Castle, which stands high over Kilkenny City, overlooking the River Nore. The original Anglo-Norman stone castle was built for the 4th Earl of Pembroke, and it later became the residence for the Butler family and Earl of Ormond. The castle estate also boasts both formal and informal gardens.

Visit the Black Abbey, which was established in 1225 as one of the first houses of the Dominican Order in Ireland.

Visit the Smithwick's Experience to uncover the history of Smithwick's ale in Kilkenny, a city steeped in brewing tradition. Also, enjoy a taste of the fine Irish beer.

Travel to Cobh, where you can enjoy some free time to exploring this picturesque waterside town that was known as the last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic voyage in 1912.

Drive to Blarney, where you can visit Blarney Castle, built almost 600 years ago by Ireland’s greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy. Climb the battlements of Blarney Castle and kiss the famous "Stone of Eloquence”. Legend says that anyone who kisses the Blarney Stone will receive the gift of gab, or the ability to speak with fluency and persuasiveness.

Enjoy the charming seaside town of Kinsale. Originally a Georgian garrison town and harbor, it is a popular yachting center today. Roam around the steep streets with brightly-painted houses and flowers. In the town center you may like to view the Old Courthouse, now a regional museum. Travel a few miles outside the town to visit Charles Fort, which was built in the 1670s to protect the area against naval attack from the Continent. 

Experience the most unspoiled scenery in Ireland as you weave through the country roads and stop at the idyllic villages of Skibbereen, Bantry, and Gougane Barra. Skibbereen is a quaint and scenic town off the bank of the River Ilen. Bantry, located at the mouth of the Bantry Bay, is a busy market town and fishing port. Gougane Barra offers rolling hills surrounding a lake, St. Finbarr’s Oratory, and a church out on an island in the middle of the lake. Admire country roads that kiss the Atlantic shore.

Travel by horse drawn jaunting car through the beautiful grounds of Killarney National Park to Ross Castle on the shores of Lough Leane.

Discover the beauties of the Dingle Peninsula on this circular route that forms part of the Wild Atlantic Way. It was once described by the National Geographic Traveler as "the most beautiful place on earth." Drive along the south shore of the peninsula for plenty of vistas of heathery mountains, sandy stretches of beach, stunning green landscapes and rocky headlands. Pause at strategic locations to admire the views and take photos.

Drive along the scenic coast of County Clare to visit the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland's most beloved, natural landmarks. See magical vistas, overlooking the shimmering Atlantic Ocean along with Ireland's Western coastline.

The balance of the day is completely at leisure in Galway. You may opt to see the principal sights of city such as the large modern cathedral set on an island on the River Corrib. Or perhaps you would like to view the Spanish Arch in the Claddagh area, the City Museum, National University of Galway and the Cathedral of Our Lady. Later in the day, you may wish to spend some time around Eyre Square, the hub of the city. Most of the shops are within easy reach and there are also many quaint pubs where Irish traditional music is played.

Walk into Sean's Bar, the oldest pub in Ireland, and join the uncountable number of visitors who have been stopping there for a drink, a chat and maybe a bit of music for more than a thousand years. The bar is located in the very heart of Ireland, on the banks of the beautiful River Shannon.

The remainder of the day is free to relax or sightsee and explore Dublin. There are plenty of museums of Irish interest such as the National Museum, the National Gallery or the Museum of Literature Ireland (MoLI). There are also plenty of shops along Nassau Street and the pedestrianized Grafton Street or Henry Street. You may like to explore Temple Bar or visit some of the traditional pubs. In the evening you are free to choose from one of the traditional or modern dinner venues located within the city.

The Hop On Hop Off Bus Pass allows you to experience all the history and culture of Dublin easily. This two-day pass will take you around a loop to different stops and will take approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. Feel free to get off and explore any of Dublin’s most popular attractions! Stops include places like Guinness Storehouse, The Book of Kells in Trinity College, and Dublin Castle. Your native guide will provide live commentary along the way, pointing out all the famous points of interest, along with where famous Dubliners like James Joyce, Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett spent their time. Included in your pass is a free Walking Tour of Dublin that departs from the Dublin Bus Head Office multiple times a day, and free entrance to the Little Museum of Dublin.

Tour Guinness Storehouse to see exhibits on how this world-famous stout was first created and why it is so popular today. Finish your visit in the roof-top bar, where you can sample a draft of Guinness.