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| Galway (42 Hotels options in Galway) |  | Galway is the most prosperous city in Ireland. It has everything a major cosmopolitan city has to offer, in a more relaxed atmosphere than other big cities like Dublin or Belfast. The city is renowned for its thriving Irish Theatre, arts, music and culture scene and Galway plays host to a number of Internationally renowned festivals throughout the year. Eyre Square is Galway's best known sight. From Galway you can arrange a trip to the Aran islands, three small islands just off the coast. |
| Dingle (3 Hotels options in Dingle) |  | Dingle, the southwest point of Ireland, is a fishing port. The whole coast line has a mythical story attached to it. Each island is a symbol of a Giant's love for a normal woman - the story of Oish and Neve. It is home to Ireland's most famous bottlenose dolphin "Fungie". He has been swimming with the boats and tourists in Dingle harbor since 1984. Fungie is absolutely wild and free, yet remains here in Dingle. An important site is the Dingle's St. Mary's, a fine neogothic church. |
| Cork (33 Hotels options in Cork) |  | Founded in the late 6th century by St. Finbarr, Cork is Ireland's second largest city. A famous landmark is the Shandon Steeple of St. Ann's Church, which contains the Bells of Shandon. Other interesting places to visit are the English market in the centre of the city, the University founded in 1845 and the very steep St Patrick's Hill, from the top of which are magnificent views over the entire metropolis. The River Lee flows through the city forming one of the world's largest natural harbours. |
| Kilkenny (9 Hotels options in Kilkenny) |  | Ireland's smallest city both by area and population, Kilkenny is a beautiful medieval city with narrow streets, well-preserved churches a great castle on a hilltop and many old buildings. Kilkenny is a shopper's delight, being the national center for crafts and design, with perhaps the country's best selection of pottery, woodwork, jewelry, and other handmade items. It has also a lively nightlife and a real entertainment circuit (including several comedy festivals throughout the year). |
| Dublin (136 Hotels options in Dublin) |  | With over 1000 years of history Dublin has experienced many changes, particularly in the last decade. European Union membership and increased prosperity have transformed Dublin into a multicultural city with a thriving economy, ranking it among the top tourist destinations in Europe. An hour walk from the top of Grafton Street, across the Liffey, up O'Connell Street, and farther into north Dublin is a walk through time and, also a glimpse of some of the pieces that must eventually fit together. |
Points of Interest:
Galway
Clifden Castle
Connemara Island
Kylemore Abbey
Cliffs of Moher
Dingle
Fungi The Dolphin
Rahinnane Castle
Gallarus Castle
Dingle Way and Pilgrims' Route ? walking routes
Slea Head Drive
Cork
Blarney Castle and Stone
Bantry House and Gardens
Cork City Gaol
Desmond Castle
Kilkenny
Kilkenny Castle
St. Mary's church
Black Abbey
St. Canice's Church
Driving Distances:
Shannon to Galway - 55 miles / 1 hou 30 minutes
Galway to Dingle - 138 miles / 3 hours 15 minutes
Dingle to Cork - 106 miles / 2 hours 15 minutes
Cork to Kilkenny - 95 miles / 2 hours 15 minutes
Kilkenny to Dublin - 78 miles / 2 hours
Waterford to Dublin - 101 miles / 2 hours 30 minutes
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8 Days / 7 Nights
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| Suggested Itinerary Includes: |
• International round-trip airfare
2 nights in Galway
Rent a car for 8 days
1 night in Dingle
1 night in Cork
1 night in Kilkenny
2 nights in Dublin
Breakfast Daily (where indicated in hotel)
Hotel taxes and service charges |
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