7 days · Ireland
Ireland in Low Season
From AED 5,490per person, twin share
Ireland in the low season, when Dublin, the Cliffs of Moher and Galway have fewer crowds, on a slower-paced seven-day tour.
- Duration
- 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Route
- Starts and ends in Dublin
- Country
- Ireland
- Activity level
- Moderate (3 of 5)
- A fast coach tour with a new hotel most nights and guided orientation walks in several towns; one free day in Killarney breaks up the pace
- Accommodation
- 6 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels in Dublin, Waterford, Killarney (two nights) and Galway
- Meals
- 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners
- Group
- Group tour, up to 51
- Guide
- English-speaking tour leader throughout
- Transport
- Air-conditioned coach
- Best time to go
- Runs in low season, March, October and November: cooler, often wet weather and fewer crowds at the main sights
Tour overview
A slower-paced tour of Ireland, the Emerald Isle, in its low season, when the air is crisp and the main attractions have fewer crowds. The route takes in Dublin, Waterford, Cork, the Cliffs of Moher and Galway, and plenty of Ireland’s natural beauty besides.
Highlights
- A driving tour of Dublin, Ireland’s capital
- St Patrick’s Cathedral
- An orientation tour of Kilkenny and its culture
- Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city and seaport
- The House of Waterford Crystal
- Cork, Ireland’s second-largest city
- The picturesque village of Adare and its heritage
- Limerick, with the Treaty Stone and King John’s Castle
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- A photo at the Cliffs of Moher
- Galway, a harbour city
- Ireland’s oldest pub in Athlone
Route and hotels
Where the tour goes and where you sleep, night by night.
Dublin
1 night · Day 1
Louis Fitzgerald Hotel
Kilkenny
Day 2 · on the way
Waterford
1 night · Day 2
Dooley's Hotel
Cork
Day 3 · on the way
Blarney Castle
Day 3 · on the way
Killarney
2 nights · Days 3–4
Dromhall Hotel
Adare
Day 5 · on the way
Limerick
Day 5 · on the way
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Cliffs of Moher
Day 5 · on the way
Galway
1 night · Day 5
Imperial Hotel
Connemara
Day 6 · on the way
Athlone
Day 6 · on the way
Dublin
1 night · Day 6
Louis Fitzgerald Hotel
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Start of tour in Dublin
Dinner included
Dublin is the starting point, where you meet your tour leader at the hotel ahead of a driving tour taking in many of the city’s highlights, including a visit to St Patrick’s Cathedral. There is free time afterwards to explore at your own pace, or you can join the optional excursion for a taste of Ireland. In the evening, the hotel serves a three-course dinner.
Included
- Driving tour of Dublin, including Christ Church Cathedral, The Spire and Trinity College
- Visit to St Patrick’s Cathedral
Optional extras
- Dublin: Taste & Tipple · AED 265 per person
- Overnight
- Dublin
- Hotel
- Louis Fitzgerald Hotel
Day 2
Dublin – Kilkenny – Waterford
Breakfast and dinner included
After breakfast, the day continues to Kilkenny for an orientation tour taking in this medieval city on the River Nore. There is free time afterwards, or you can join the optional excursion for a closer look at Kilkenny. From there, the route continues to Waterford for an orientation tour and a visit to the House of Waterford Crystal, followed by dinner at the hotel.
Included
- Orientation tour of Kilkenny
- Orientation tour of Waterford, including a visit to the House of Waterford Crystal
Optional extras
- Discover Kilkenny · AED 280 per person
- Travel
- Dublin → Kilkenny → Waterford by coach
- Overnight
- Waterford
- Hotel
- Dooley's Hotel
Day 3
Waterford – Cork – Blarney Castle – Killarney
Breakfast and dinner includedThe destination today is Killarney, by way of Cork first. The city is explored during an orientation tour, and afterwards there is free time, or you can join the optional excursion to Blarney castle to kiss the stone for the gift of the gab. On arrival in Killarney, the evening includes checking into the hotel and a hearty dinner.
Included
- Orientation tour of Cork, including the English Market
Optional extras
- Blarney Castle · AED 110 per person
- Travel
- Waterford → Cork → Killarney by coach
- Overnight
- Killarney
- Hotel
- Dromhall Hotel
Day 4
Killarney: Free Day
Breakfast included
Killarney offers a free day, with a full-day optional excursion available for a scenic drive around the Ring of Kerry. The excursion includes a jaunting ride through the landscapes of Killarney National Park, with some of Ireland’s history along the way, a wander around the seaside at Waterville, time to shop for souvenirs in Sneem, and photo stops along the route.
Included
- Free day in Killarney to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Ring of Kerry Winter Day Trip · AED 195 per person
- Overnight
- Killarney
- Hotel
- Dromhall Hotel
Day 5
Killarney – Adare – Limerick – Cliffs of Moher – Galway
Breakfast included
The tour continues to Galway today, with a stop along the way in Adare, a village known for its thatched-roof cottages. Limerick follows for an orientation tour, then on to the Cliffs of Moher. In Galway, a centuries-old harbour town, there is an orientation tour followed by free time, or you can join the optional Tales of Galway excursion.
Included
- Photo stop in Adare, known for its thatched cottages
- Stop in Limerick to see the Treaty Stone and King John’s Castle
- Views of the Cliffs of Moher
- Orientation tour of Galway, including the Spanish Arch and Quay Street
Optional extras
- Tales of Galway · AED 150 per person
- Travel
- Killarney → Adare → Limerick → the Cliffs of Moher → Galway by coach
- Overnight
- Galway
- Hotel
- Imperial Hotel
Day 6
Galway – Connemara – Athlone – Dublin
Breakfast included
The morning offers the option to visit one of the sites along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, with an optional excursion to Kylemore Abbey, where calm surroundings meet a dramatic landscape. The route continues to Athlone, a medieval town and home to Ireland’s oldest pub, before heading on to Dublin. An optional excursion tonight marks the final evening with Irish music, food and dance.
Included
- Visit to Athlone, including Athlone Castle and Ireland’s oldest pub
Optional extras
- Connemara Escape · AED 170 per person
- Irish Music Evening · AED 295 per person
- Travel
- Galway → Connemara → Athlone → Dublin by coach
- Overnight
- Dublin
- Hotel
- Louis Fitzgerald Hotel
Day 7
End of tour in Dublin
Breakfast includedThis morning, after breakfast, a week of sights and experiences across Ireland draws to a close, rounding off a memorable trip and, perhaps, the start of further travels down the road.
Dates & prices
Prices per person, sharing a double or twin room. A single room costs the supplement shown.
Sun 7 Mar – Sat 13 Mar 2027
AvailableBest price
AED 5,490
Single room +AED 3,055
Sun 21 Mar – Sat 27 Mar 2027
Available
AED 6,450
Single room +AED 3,055
Sun 17 Oct – Sat 23 Oct 2027
Available
AED 6,040
Single room +AED 3,055
Sun 31 Oct – Sat 6 Nov 2027
Available
AED 5,670
Single room +AED 3,055
What’s included
Included
- 6 nights in mostly 3-star and 4-star hotels, in twin rooms with a private bathroom
- A room to yourself for a single supplement, subject to availability
- 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners, with a vegetarian option at every meal on request
- A modern coach with air conditioning, reclining seats and a toilet
- Public transport the tour uses, except on free days
- Guided from start to finish
Not included
- Flights to the start of the tour and home from the end: we can book them from Dubai
- Travel insurance: take out a policy that suits your trip
Optional extras
Excursions and upgrades you can add to the tour. Prices are per person.
Dublin: Taste & Tipple
Day 1AED 265per personA pub lunch in Dublin followed by a visit to the Irish Whiskey Museum, where a tasting and a branded glass to take home are included. €62. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
See day 1 in the itineraryDiscover Kilkenny
Day 2AED 280per personA pub lunch in Kilkenny, a tour and tasting at the Smithwick’s brewery, and a visit to St Canice’s Cathedral, including the climb up its round tower for views over the city. €65. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
See day 2 in the itineraryBlarney Castle
Day 3AED 110per personA self-guided tour of Blarney Castle and its grounds, with the chance to kiss the Blarney Stone. €25, booked with your tour leader on the day.
See day 3 in the itineraryRing of Kerry Winter Day Trip
Day 4AED 195per personA scenic drive from Killarney to Ross Castle and along Lough Leane, a stop at the Kerry Bog Village, free time in Waterville, and a drive along the County Kerry coastline. €45, booked with your tour leader on the day.
See day 4 in the itineraryTales of Galway
Day 5AED 150per personAn evening of storytelling and live Irish music in a historic Galway pub, with a pint of Guinness or an alternative drink included. €35, booked with your tour leader on the day.
See day 5 in the itineraryConnemara Escape
Day 6AED 170per personA self-guided tour of Kylemore Abbey, a 19th-century monastery and mansion, with a cream tea at the Kylemore Kitchen cafe and photo stops in Connemara National Park. €40, booked with your tour leader on the day.
See day 6 in the itineraryIrish Music Evening
Day 6AED 295per personA traditional Irish dinner at a Dublin pub, with live music and dancing, plus return transport to your hotel. €69, booked with your tour leader on the day.
See day 6 in the itinerary
To add an extra, mention it in your booking notes, and we confirm it with your seats before you pay. Some are booked with your tour leader on the day instead: their description says so.
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Good to know
Practical details to read before you travel.
Passport & visas
Every stop on this tour is in the Republic of Ireland, which is outside both the Schengen area and the United Kingdom, with its own visa rules.
Whether you need a visa for Ireland depends on your passport. Our visa team checks your passport against Irish entry rules and applies on your behalf when you book.
Flights and timings
Flights to and from Dublin aren’t included. Day 1 begins at 10:00 at the Louis Fitzgerald Hotel in Dublin, where you check in at reception and mention you are on a group tour; your tour leader’s contact details reach you about a week beforehand.
The tour ends at the same hotel at 10:00 on day 7.
Our team can book your flights from Dubai to match.
Meals and dietary needs
Breakfast is included every day except day 1, which opens with a three-course dinner in Dublin instead; dinner is included on three evenings in total. Lunch is on you.
Tell us about any dietary needs, halal included, when you book, and we pass them on before the tour.
Money
Ireland uses the euro throughout this tour. Cards are widely accepted, so you need little cash day to day.
Optional extras booked on tour are paid to your tour leader in cash or by card, in the currency shown.
Weather and packing
This tour runs in the low season, March, October and November, when days are shorter and rain is more likely: pack a warm, waterproof coat, layers and comfortable, broken-in shoes for the orientation walks in Dublin, Kilkenny, Cork and Galway.
Plan your trip
Our Dubai team arranges what goes around the tour, so it is booked in one place.
Visas
Our visa team in Dubai applies for UAE residents once the tour is booked. For Ireland, ask them what your passport needs.
Flights
Flights are not included. We can book them with the tour: Dubai to Dublin and back. Tick “Flights” when you book and we quote them with your confirmation.
Pay in instalments
Split the cost with Tabby or Tamara, or over 3 to 12 months on a UAE bank credit card for bookings from AED 1,000.
Book this tour
Book in a minute. Your seats are held as soon as you book; you name the other travellers and pay once we have confirmed them.
Questions before you book? Our support team is on WhatsApp +971 4 589 0001.
Questions about this tour
What will my days look like?
Days are full. Most start with breakfast, then the main sights with a local guide or your tour leader. Afternoons often leave free time to wander, stop for a coffee or join an optional extra. Expect a fair amount of walking: some days mean two or three hours on your feet, so bring comfortable shoes.
Who will I be travelling with?
Travellers from all over the world, of different ages and backgrounds, who share a wish to see more. Up to 51 people share this tour, and most know each other’s names within a few days.
What are the hotels like?
Mostly 3 and 4 star, all clean, comfortable and well located, with private en-suite bathrooms. They are chosen so you sleep well and are ready for the next day. The destinations come first, but the hotels are never an afterthought.
How active is this tour?
You carry your own luggage, sometimes up hotel stairs. Some walking tours run for up to three hours, and a few sites have plenty of steps. The itinerary and the activity level at the top of this page show whether the pace suits you.
How do optional extras work?
Optional extras run in the tour’s free time, and your tour leader tells you what is on offer as the tour goes. Some are booked with your tour leader on the day. Others sell in advance and must be bought before the tour starts: to add one of those, mention it in your booking notes and we confirm it with your seats. Each extra in the Optional extras section says which way it is booked.
Will I have time to explore on my own?
Yes. The itinerary builds in free time to wander at your own pace, and your tour leader can point you to the places that suit you, so you are never left to work it all out alone.
What support do I have while I’m on tour?
Your tour leader travels with you from start to finish. They know the places most visitors miss, can suggest a restaurant before you ask, and deal with whatever crops up on the way. Transport and hotels are all arranged for you.
There is also an emergency number staffed 24 hours a day, and our team in Dubai is there to help.
How do I book Ireland in Low Season?
Press Book now, choose a date, your travellers and rooms, and give your name, email and mobile. We hold your seats and email your booking reference straight away; you then add each traveller as their passport shows on your booking page. Our Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails you a secure payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
When do I pay?
Once the tour operator confirms your seats. We email you a secure payment link for the total in AED, and your booking is complete when it is paid. To pay in instalments, say so in your booking notes.
Is the price per person?
Yes. Prices are per person sharing a double or twin room. Travelling alone? A single room costs the supplement shown next to each date.
Are flights included?
Only when the tour lists them under what is included. We can book flights from the UAE to the start city and home from the end city with your tour.
Do I need a visa?
That depends on your passport and the countries on the route. Our visa team arranges Schengen and other visas for UAE residents, and can apply for yours once the tour is booked.
Payment plans
Take the trip now. Pay for it in pieces.
Every booking qualifies, from holidays and tours to visas. Spread it over 3 to 12 months at 0% on a credit card plan, or with Tabby or Tamara; some banks add a one-time processing fee.
- Credit card plans from AED 1,000
- Tabby and Tamara, no minimum
- Terms from 3 to 12 months
Find your bank’s plan
Credit cards, from AED 1,000
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