Ireland Self-Drive Vacation with Luxury Castle Stay Upgrade
Tour the Cliffs of Moher, a top natural attraction
Travel to Ireland and enjoy 4- and 5-star accommodations including a stay at the luxurious Dromoland Castle in County Clare!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration
- 1 night at the Cabra Castle Hotel, Cavan
- 2 nights at the Kilronan Castle Hotel, Roscommon
- 1 night at the Dromoland Castle, Newmarket-on-Fergus
- 2 nights at the Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel, Killiney
PLUS!
- Breakfast Daily
- Admission to the Cliffs of Moher
Great Ways to Explore
- This self-drive vacation allows you to travel and tour at your own pace, exploring Ireland your way!
- Visit the unique Burren landscape during your stay in County Clare.
- Enjoy admission to Ireland's #1 visited natural attraction- Cliffs of Moher.
- Discover secret nooks at each castle along the way. Enjoy the ancient grandeur and wild history they have to offer.
- Lovers of literature should take in the Yeats County drive when staying at Kilronan Castle.
This Ireland vacation package begins when you arrive in Dublin and collect your rental car at the airport. In Cavan you will be about 45-minutes from the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth.
From Cavan you will head to County Roscommon for a stay at the 5-star Kilronan Castle Hotel. The castle is a vision, sitting on 49 acres of natural beauty, striking the perfect balance between incorporating old-world charm with new-world luxuries.
From the Kilronan Castle you will travel to the 5-star Dromoland Castle in County Clare. This luxurious and elegant castle hotel will be one of the biggest highlights of your trip. Take a day-trip to the Cliffs of Moher or visit the city of Galway.
After the Dromoland Castle you will reach the 4-star Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel in Killiney, just nine miles outside of Dublin’s city center. Enjoy the excitement of the city, renowned for its vibrant culture and cosmopolitan flair before heading 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.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration
- 1 night at the Cabra Castle Hotel, Cavan
- 2 nights at the Kilronan Castle Hotel, Roscommon
- 1 night at the Dromoland Castle, Newmarket-on-Fergus
- 2 nights at the Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel, Killiney
PLUS!
- Breakfast Daily
- Admission to the Cliffs of Moher
- This self-drive vacation allows you to travel and tour at your own pace, exploring Ireland your way!
- Visit the unique Burren landscape during your stay in County Clare.
- Enjoy admission to Ireland's #1 visited natural attraction- Cliffs of Moher.
- Discover secret nooks at each castle along the way. Enjoy the ancient grandeur and wild history they have to offer.
- Lovers of literature should take in the Yeats County drive when staying at Kilronan Castle.
This Ireland vacation package begins when you arrive in Dublin and collect your rental car at the airport. In Cavan you will be about 45-minutes from the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth.
From Cavan you will head to County Roscommon for a stay at the 5-star Kilronan Castle Hotel. The castle is a vision, sitting on 49 acres of natural beauty, striking the perfect balance between incorporating old-world charm with new-world luxuries.
From the Kilronan Castle you will travel to the 5-star Dromoland Castle in County Clare. This luxurious and elegant castle hotel will be one of the biggest highlights of your trip. Take a day-trip to the Cliffs of Moher or visit the city of Galway.
After the Dromoland Castle you will reach the 4-star Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel in Killiney, just nine miles outside of Dublin’s city center. Enjoy the excitement of the city, renowned for its vibrant culture and cosmopolitan flair before heading 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.
Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
Collect your rental car at Dublin Airport and drive to Cavan. While in Cavan you will learn why the Irish refer to it as Lakeland Country as you'll be surrounded by glimmering lakes and lovely rolling hills.
A Tip For Your Trip: Keep in mind you'll be driving on the opposite side of the road so proceed with caution!
Check-in - Cabra Castle Hotel
From the moment you arrive through the acres of beautifully manicured gardens to this magnificent 19th century 4-star castle hotel in the Cavan countryside, you will feel welcomed and thoroughly spoiled. Set on 100 acres of parklands and gardens, with the magnificent backdrop of Dún a' Rà Forest Park, there is much to explore both indoors and out. Cabra Castle is one of the most unique luxury hotels in Ireland and is also one of the best-known castle wedding venues in Ireland. (Please note: Cabra Castle accommodations are not located within the main castle building).
Built in 1760, this upscale hotel is lavishly decorated with tall ceilings and grand staircases. Guest rooms are designed in a historic fashion with all the modern amenities a traveler needs to stay comfortable including a satellite TV, tea/coffee maker, and more. The Cabra Castle Hotel also has an on-site restaurant serving delicious local cuisine, as well as a bar perfect for relaxing with a drink.
Day 2. Cavan - Roscommon
Take the drive to County Roscommon where your next stop will be the majestic Kilronan Castle Hotel. You'll feel like royalty during your stay at this opulent castle.
Check-in - Kilronan Castle Estate & Spa
Day 3. Roscommon
While in Roscommon you'll want to take a visit to the Roscommon Castle Ruins set in a picturesque landscape. Check out the Boyle Abbey, an impressive and well preserved 12th century Cistercian Monastery.
Day 4. Roscommon - Clare
The next stop will be the 5-star Dromoland Castle in Clare. Take the short drive over to Limerick which is only 19 miles away or Galway which is approximately 50 miles away. Galway is an extremely interesting city and is home to the stunning St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church and the Galway Cathedral.
With this upgrade you'll have admission to these fantastic cliffs that beckon visitors from across the globe. The Cliffs stand at an impressive 700 feet at their highest point. Stretching along the immense Atlantic Coast, this is a landmark you can't miss.
Check-in - Dromoland Castle
Day 5. Clare - Killiney
The final two nights of your vacation trip will be spent at the 4-star Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel in Killiney, just nine miles outside of Dublin's lively city center.
Check-in - Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel
Day 6. Killiney
Take advantage of your proximity to the capital today! Spend the day in Dublin visiting the top sites including Trinity College, Temple Bar, and the Guinness Storehouse. The Kilmainham Gaol is a fascinating historic attraction filled with tragic and romantic tales while St. Patrick's Cathedral will amaze you from the architecture and design to the historic and spiritual value.
Day 7. Depart Dublin
Depart Ireland today from Dublin Airport.
Fly home!
Where available, the Flexible Change Plan allows you to change your travel date for ANY reason (between 30 days and 14 days before planned departure). You will receive a Future Travel Credit for the entire amount you paid. Please note that prepaid instant purchase airfares and group airfare are not eligible for the Flexible Change Plan and are subject to airline-imposed change or cancellation fees based on airline rules at the time that the change is requested. You must rebook using the original air carrier at least 14 days prior to your originally scheduled departure and complete travel at least 1 year from original booking date. Additional fees may apply. Future travel credit is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be redeemed for cash.