
Irish Escape
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Day 1* – Arrival in Dublin
Wander through Trinity College’s historic library, admire Dublin Castle and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and sip a pint at the Guinness Storehouse or Jameson Distillery. Cap the evening in the buzzing Temple Bar district.
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Day 2 – Dublin to Wicklow
Head south to the Wicklow Mountains, stopping at Glendalough’s twin lakes and its atmospheric monastic ruins. Continue through valleys and forests to your countryside base.
Overnight: Wicklow
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Day 3 – Wicklow National Park
Spend the day walking Wicklow’s trails—options include the Spinc Ridge above Glendalough or the Sally Gap drive with sweeping mountain views. Pause at Glenmacnass Waterfall.
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Day 4 – Wicklow Coast & Hills
Explore the coast with a stroll along Brittas Bay Beach, then wander into quiet valleys and hills. Small village churches and abbeys dot the landscape for short, peaceful stops.
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Day 5 – Wicklow to Connemara
Travel west across Ireland to the wild beauty of Connemara. Pass through Galway briefly before continuing to the lakes, bogs, and peaks of the Twelve Bens.
Overnight: Connemara
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Day 6 – Connemara Mountains & Lakes
Hike Diamond Hill for panoramic views of mountains and coastline. Enjoy the serene lakes of Connemara National Park and the winding Inagh Valley drive.
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Day 7 – Connemara Coastline
Spend the day exploring the Atlantic coast. Relax at Dog’s Bay and Gurteen beaches or take a boat to Inishbofin Island for wild cliff walks and ocean views.
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Day 8 – Connemara to Ballyvaughan (The Burren)
Drive south into the Burren’s unique limestone landscape. Stop at Poulnabrone Dolmen and quiet abbey ruins along the way before settling in Ballyvaughan.
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Day 9 – Cliffs of Moher & Burren Walks
Walk the coastal path at the Cliffs of Moher, then explore Burren trails such as Black Head Loop. Discover hidden churches and stone crosses scattered through the hills.
Overnight: Ballyvaughan
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Day 10 – Aran Islands Excursion
Ferry to the Aran Islands for windswept Atlantic scenery, sheer cliffs, and ancient stone forts perched high above the ocean.
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Day 11 – Ballyvaughan to Dingle
Journey south into County Kerry, passing scenic valleys and stone-built villages. Arrive in colourful Dingle, nestled between mountains and sea.
Overnight: Dingle
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Day 12 – Slea Head Drive
Circle the dramatic Slea Head Peninsula with its cliffs, Atlantic coves, and views to the Blasket Islands. Stop at tiny churches and stone oratories along the way.
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Day 13 – Dingle Peninsula Hiking & Coast
Take a coastal hike on Mount Brandon or along Dunquin’s cliff paths, or enjoy the vast sands of Inch Beach. Evening in Dingle Harbour.
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Day 14 – Dingle to Dublin
Drive back east across Ireland. Stop at the Rock of Cashel or Cahir Castle—landmarks rising from quiet countryside villages—before reaching Dublin for the night.
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Day 15 – Departure from Dublin
Bid farewell to Ireland after two weeks of mountains, cliffs, beaches, abbeys, and castles.
*Note: This plan is just a starting point. We can tweak the pace, add or skip experiences, and even combine different destinations to suit your preferences