This was a fun trip, but it was very fast-paced. It gave a great overview of all that the UK and Ireland have to offer, but there wasn’t enough time to see very much of it in depth. It’s perfect for helping you pick out the places you want to see again in more detail. It involves a fair amount of riding around on the coach, but the route is consistently planned with carefully spaced “comfort” breaks. Some of the stops in small towns were given too much time, when there wasn’t much to do or see, and some of the stops could have been longer, when there was a lot to see or do. Our Tour Director was excellent, and so was our driver. Most of the hotels were very nice, with a few that were just OK. The included group dinners weren’t very exciting, but they were reasonable and tasty.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
London, County Donegal, Belfast
London, County Donegal, Belfast, Dublin, Liverpool, Lake District, Glasgow, Isle of Skye, Scottish Highlands, Edinburgh, York, Plymouth, Cardiff, Waterford, Killarney, Galway
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Discover the highlights of Northern Ireland and the Republic on this 9-day group tour from Dublin, staying in 3-star hotels. Explore Belfast, Giant's Causeway and Derry in Northern Ireland. Crossing the border, you will take in County Donegal, visit scenic Achill Island, Connemara National Park and the picturesque coastal city of Galway. Take the ferry across the Shannon Estuary, admire the towering Cliffs of Moher and the beautiful Dingle Peninsula. Visit historic Barney Castle, the birthplace of Irish nationalist Daniel O'Connell and vibrant Kilkenny before returning to the Irish capital.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Discover the highlights of Northern Ireland and the Republic on this 9-day group tour from Dublin. Explore Belfast, Giant's Causeway and Derry in Northern Ireland. Crossing the border, you will take in County Donegal, visit scenic Achill Island, Connemara National Park and the picturesque coastal city of Galway. Take the ferry across the Shannon Estuary, admire the towering Cliffs of Moher and the beautiful Dingle Peninsula. Visit historic Barney Castle, the birthplace of Irish nationalist Daniel O'Connell and vibrant Kilkenny before returning to the Irish capital.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Take in the best of South West Ireland in five action-packed days, departing from Dublin! Enjoy a glass of Irish whiskey at a traditional distillery and explore the cosy pubs and seafront views of Galway. Marvel at the dramatic Cliffs of Moher on the Wild Atlantic Way, discover the Dingle Peninsula and the ancient forts of Slea Head. See Ireland's highest mountain, the cascading Torc Waterfall and impressive Blarney Castle, finishing back in the Irish capital.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Guest House, Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Dublin, Kilkenny, Galway, Killarney
Dublin, Kilkenny, Galway, Killarney
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The entire trip was wonderful. I’m unable to single out just one city or experience because I enjoyed it all equally. I signed up for every optional experience and was not disappointed. I loved the ruins and the history from both our tour director and the specialists brought on in various areas.
Overall we had a wonderful time. We are looking at other itineraries.
But I have some suggestions. It would be nice to have a meet and greet at the first dinner. To state our names and where we are from etc. so it doesn't take a week to know everyone's name.
I thought the first and last day were very confusing. We didn't have clear direction where to go and where to meet and what the plan was.
I wish we had more information about the additional events prior to booking them like where, what, and menus. Some menus we would have passed on.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
London, Edinburgh, York, Stratfo
London, Edinburgh, York, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cardiff, Waterford, Killarney, Dublin, Liverpool
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Plenty of time to see the sites and do things on your own if desired. Bus provided ample leg room for us taller clients. We enjoyed the offered excursions even though we had been to many of the cities previously. This was our third trip with Insight and not our last. Having traveled with Trafalgar and Brendan also, Insight is our top pick for future travels.
Adventure
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
London, Killarney, Waterford, Ca
London, Killarney, Waterford, Cardiff, York, Edinburgh, Inverness, Windermere, Liverpool, Dublin
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It was excellent and we saw heaps.
Would like to have had time to see Shakespeare’s grave in church before we went to museum as church was closed by the time we got back to hotel.
An extra night in Liverpool
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
London, Glasgow, Londonderry, Sl
London, Glasgow, Londonderry, Sligo, Limerick, Killarney, Ring Of Kerry, Cork, Dublin, Liverpool, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cardiff, Plymouth, York, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Wick, Orkney Islands, Isle Of Skye
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We thoroughly enjoyed this tour! Our guide Peter and driver Paddy made a great team. Peter's wea!th of knowledge, storytelling and ability to keep us entertained was amazing. We stayed in beautiful old hotels with first rate amenities and wonderful breakfast each morning. So much history was brought to life for us! Can't wait to try another tour with Blue-Roads.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Many cities and sights covered in the 10 days! Excellent and experienced tour guide. Well worth it. All hotels are high quality. The one suggestion would be to select optional activities carefully. Whatever you choose will be added on to an already packed day. If you are looking for time to explore on your own or to enjoy the quality hotels you are paying for, it may be wise to pass on some of the extra optional activities.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Dublin, Cork, Killarney, Galway
Dublin, Cork, Killarney, Galway, Cong
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