Experience amazing castles and historic kingdoms along the southwestern Wild Atlantic Way.
Tour the Ring of Kerry. Stay in an Irish castle hotel. Cruise the Skellig Islands. Visit the Cliffs of Moher. Kiss the Blarney Stone. Take a boat trip to Scattery Island. Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride in Killarney. See 2 National Parks.
🍰 Icing on the cake? Savour 2 nights in the little-known foodie mecca of West Cork.
All Driftwood tours are flexible. Your 7 Day Irish Castles & Kingdoms Tour is no different.
Unmissable activities and full days on tour are included. Where there are great options, we’ve left the final decision up to you. Feel free to choose your evening meals and lunches. All additional tour options are marked clearly below.
For your information - below are a list of options you can choose while on tour.
A hot shower after a woodland stroll. A real fire. A pint. We assure you that wherever you stay with us, you’ll love it.
We put great effort into selecting accommodation on Driftwood tours. Your tour will overnight in locally-owned establishments (in some cases for generations). Receive a heartfelt welcome, often from the hoteliers themselves. No hotel chains here!
The Armada Hotel brings you all the sounds, sites and tastes of West Clare on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. Surrounded by the beautiful coastline and scenic countryside, Spanish Point epitomises what the Wild Atlantic Way is all about - vast skies over breathtaking Atlantic views, locally sourced seafood and walking the nearby Cliffs of Moher.
The stunning Ballyseede Castle in Co.Kerry is one of the finest 4-star luxury castle hotels in Ireland and Kerry's only castle hotel. Situated close to Tralee, on the famous Ring of Kerry, Ballyseede Castle is a favourite with every generation. When you pass through the gates of Ballyseede Castle, you know you are entering a special world steeped in history and spledour.
The Jones family have been welcoming visitors to The Coachmans Townhouse Hotel for generations. Excellent location on Henry St, in the heart of day and nightlife where speciaity shops and award winning restaurants are plentiful. The Coachmans Bar is noted for its Irish Whiskey collection and is part of the Wild Atlantic Way whiskey trail. High class quality Irish music can be enjoyed during dinner in a casual setting.
Gougane Barra Hotel is fifth generation family run hotel on the edge of Gougane Barra Lake run by Neil And Katy Lucey. They are tucked away in the mountains in a hidden and romantic glaciated valley in the South West of Ireland. The rooms either look out on the stunning lake or give great mountain views. The hotel is surrounded by forest with walking trails beginning at the front door.
Seaview House is a delightful 4 star country house hotel set in the heart of West Cork - an area famed for its tranquillity and unique beauty. Located on the Wild Atlantic Way near Ballylickey Bridge over the Ouvane River, the main rooms at Seaview House command wonderful views of Bantry Bay.
Gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way, the Blue Haven Hotel will welcome you with open arms. Just a stone's throw from dozens of great restaurants, lively bars and interesting craft shops. You will love their seamless blend of boutique and contemporary luxury, whether you're relaxing in the lounge with a coffee, enjoying Tapas & Fine Wines in Aperitif, or sampling the Seafood in their Fish Market.
Actons Hotel is situated in heart of the colourful historic harbour town of Kinsale also referred to as the Gourmet Capital of Ireland. Over the years Actons of Kinsale has established a reputation for its exceptional location, highly personal and genuine guest care with the location of Kinsale holding some of the most breath-taking views one can imagine’
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Experience amazing Irish culture, ancient castles and beautiful islands on a relaxing jaunt along the southwestern Wild Atlantic Way.
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Your journey of discovery kicks-off from Dublin. We head for Clare via Galway, at the heart of the Wild Atlantic Way.
The average driving time today is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Today we're headed south along the Wild Atlantic Way, exploring Clare and Kerry.
The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Today we're touring the scenic Ring of Kerry route, circuiting the Iveragh peninsula from Tralee to Kenmare.
The average driving time today is 3 hours.
Wandering scenic highways and byways, we'll sojourn from Kenmare to West Cork.
The average driving time today is 3 hours.
A relaxing day exploring West Cork, finishing in Kinsale.
The average driving time today is 3 hours.
Unwind in Ireland’s gourmet capital with free time to soak up the crafts and culture of Kinsale.
The average driving time today is 1 hour.
Time to say slán with some amazing sights on your final day exploring from Kinsale to Dublin.
The average driving time today is 4 hours 30 minutes.
