Have you always wanted to visit Ireland but have limited time or vacation days available

Well, we have heard you here at Pub Culture Beercations, and have created our first ever 7-Day Beercation to help you check the Emerald Isle off your beer-bucket list!

WIth our Best of Ireland 7-Day Beercation you can see some of the best parts of Ireland in just 7 Days - Sunday to Sunday!

This beercation will start and end with one night in Dublin, spend 2-nights in Galway, 1-night in DIngle, and 2-nights in Cork - Ireland's best craft beer city! You will also visit Irelands oldest pub - Sean's Bar, see the Cliffs of Moher, have the chance to kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle, and visit the most famous Irish brewery and distillery - Guinness and Middleton, the distiller of Jameson and many other whiskeys!

So, if you are ready to spend a week in Ireland, we are ready to share some of the best stops we can share with you in just 7 days!

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(Last Updated August 15, 2025)

• 7 nights in centrally located, 3 or 4-star hotels.

• 1-night in Dublin, Ireland
(See add-on options for an additional night in Dublin, including visiting the Guinness Storehouse)
• 2 nights in Galway City, Ireland
• 1 night in Dingle Town, Ireland
• 2 nights in Cork CIty, Ireland
• 1 night in Dublin, Ireland

• 4 Group Lunches
• 8 Group Dinners
• Happy Hour Farewell Toast including Appetizers

• Ground transportation by private coach from Kearney’s of Cork.
(Beer, soft drinks, and water provided on the bus.)

• Historical Waking Tour of Dublin with Dublin Tour Guides.

• Visit the Guiness, Galway Bay, and West Kerry breweries.

• Visit the Jameson Distillery in Middleton for a tour and tasting.
• Visit some of the most iconic scenic locations and routes of Western Ireland:
       - The Cliffs of Mohr
- Slea Head Drive, scenic route around the Dingle Peninsula
         - The island of Inis Mór.

• Visit the picturesque Cobh, Ireland, and the Titanic Experience Museum, located at the Titanic’s last port of call before the fateful collision and sinking.

• Visit several Blarney Castle and the Rock of Cashel

• PLUS, SO MUCH, MORE!!

Double Room - One Large Bed - for two people (booked together)

Double/Twin Room - Two Smaller Beds/Shared Room - for two people (booked separately)

Single Room - for one person (requires the single room supplement)

When booking 'Going Dutch: The 'Best of Holland' Beercation, April 17-26, 2026, you have three different reservation packages to choose from, offering options to save money on your beercation's final price.

• Paid In Full Discount - This will give you the maximum savings. You not only receive the "Early Bird Discount" if booked at least 6 months before departure, but also an additional discount for paying in full at the time of booking.

• Early Bird Discount - This discount saves you $370 when your balance is paid in full by January 16, 2026.

• Regular Price - this is the standard price of your beercation, and the balance is due no later than 3 months before your beercation start date.

• The price per person for Pub Culture Beercations’ “Best of Ireland 7-Day Beercation” July 12-19, 2026, for a total of 7-nights in Ireland, is $2899.00 ($414/day) based on double occupancy.

• Save $300.00 with the Early Bird Price of $2599.00 ($371/day) if paid in full by January 16, 2026.

• Make your Beercation Deposit before June 1, 2025 and receive a $300 deposit credit for only $200 - saving you an additional $100 off your beercation - for a special price of only $2499.00 ($357/day).

• For Single Occupancy Supplement, please add $690.00 to total trip due exclusively to higher costs of single rooms. Single rooms are limited in availability.

• When committing to the Pub Culture Beercations’ “Best of Ireland 7-Day Beercation” July 12-19, 2026, a $300.00 deposit per person is required to hold reservations for hotels, bus, and other scheduled events.  If deposit is made before June 1, 2025 you will only make a deposit of $200.

• Your deposit will be applied towards your total trip cost.

(Deposit is 100% refundable until December 19, 2026. After December 19th deposit is only refundable if your spot on the trip is filled by another participant or tour is cancelled by Pub Culture Beercations.)

• To receive the Early Bird Discount your remaining trip balance is due no later than Saturday, Friday, January 16, 2026.  Full price balances are due no later than Friday, April 17, 2026.

(After April 17, 2026, any payments made are non-refundable.  Beercationers who cancel after April 17th will only be issued a full refund if your spot on the tour is filled by another participant, or tour is cancelled by Pub Culture Beercations.  Partial refunds will be only be granted in the amount Pub Culture Beercations can be refunded for tour expenses, deposits and charges already made plus the amount of included  tour items that have not been paid in advance, excluding the cost of any credit card fees.)

Returning Beercationers earn a Frequent Beercationer Club Discount - $50.00 off each time you take another tour with us, up to $350.00 off after eight or more beercations!

You must email us for your personal FBC Discount Code before making your reservation to receive your loyalty savings at the time of your booking.

Many of our beercationers choose to arrive at least one day before the start of Pub Culture Beercations' “Emerald Isle Beercation” tour to compensate for delays should they experience problems while traveling to Ireland, and to help reduce the possibility of jet lag by allowing them to get a good night’s sleep before “Day 1” of the tour.

Please note - Pub Culture Beercation participants are responsible for booking and purchasing their own flights. Also, any additional days before the scheduled “Day 1” are not included in your cost. Participants arriving early will be responsible for any travel arrangements, reservations, and payments for hotels, as well as any other additional costs associated with arriving before the official start of the tour.

A “Day Zero” Early Arrival package can be added to your beercation during the initial booking or after you have booked your spots for an additional cost per person.

Arrival at Dublin Airport - Aerfort Bhaile Átha Cliath - (DUB).

If you choose to arrive on the day of, make sure your flight arrives early enough that you will get to the Maldron Hotel Kevin Street to get drop your bags and make it for our first event – The Beercation Welcome Toast at Devitt's Pub at 1:00PM!

After arriving at Dublin Airport - Aerfort Bhaile Átha Cliath you will need to arrange transportation to the Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, check-in, and prepare for the first event of your beercation.

There is a bus from the airport that will drop you off right near the Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, contact the front desk for details.

Or you can grab a taxi or hail a ride share with Uber or Freenow.

This 4-star hotel is the perfect base to explore everything Dublin has to offer.

Your adventure starts from the moment you step outside with St. Patrick’s Cathedral right on your doorstep. The entire city’s at your fingertips with St. Stephen’s Green, Temple Bar and Guinness Storehouse all within walking distance.

Amazing nightlife, exciting restaurants, history, culture and so much more. It all starts here at Maldron Hotel Kevin Street.

Arriving on Day 1 of your beercation? You can message the Maldron Hotel Kevin Street directly and for an extra cost (to be paid on your own to the hotel) arrange for early check-in.

A “Day Zero” Early Arrival package can be added to your beercation during the initial booking or after you have booked your spots for an additional cost per person. Contact us if you wish to add this add-on after you have already made your booking.

Your room will be ready by 3:00pm, but you may contact the hotel and for an small additional charge they will have your room ready when you arrive.

We kick off our "Best of Ireland" 7-Day Beercation with a welcome toast at Devitt's Pub and a brief introduction.

After your welcome toast dive into the Dublin's rich history and culture with the knowledgeable local guides from Dublin Tour Guide.

This tour will provide you with an intimate perspective on Dublin's landmarks, hidden gems, and stories before our Beercation Welcome Dinner that evening at the Quays Irish Restaurant in the Temple Bar District.

Group Welcome Toast and Introduction to Dublin, and Ireland, from your beercation tour guide.

Meet at Devitt's Pub for our toast!
(just a 10-minute walk from the Maldron Hotel Kevin Street)

Dublin is a compact and walkable city with a rich history and vibrant culture, making it ideal for exploring on foot. We will take a private walking tour with one of the amazing guides from Dublin Tour Guide.

Their handpicked and expertly trained guides don’t just recite history; they bring it to life with insight, humour, and a deep understanding of Irish culture. Because we only do private tours, we’ve mastered the art of listening to travellers’ expressed and unexpressed needs, anticipating what will make your time in Dublin truly special.

After our walking tour you will have a a short bit of time to relax or freshen up for our Beercation Welcome Dinner.

You can meet at the dinner spot, or if you would like to walk as a group meet in the lobby of our hotel at 6:40PM.

The Quays Irish Restaurant is nestled in the middle of Dublin’s cultural quarter, Temple Bar.

Specializing in traditional Irish dishes like Irish Stew, Famous Wicklow Lamb Shank, Dublin Coddle, Cottage Pie and Slow Cooked Beef and Guinness Stew, the Quays is the perfect place for us to kick off any beercation on the Emerald Isle!

The rest of the evening is free to explore Dublin and its excellent pubs!

Use your PubCulture.Beer Dublin Digital Map to explore the pubs and nightlife of this famous Irish city!

After a nice breakfast we check-out of the Maldron Hotel Kevin Street and board our bus that will stay with us for the next six days. Our driver, Stephen, will be parked alongside the hotel about 15-minutes before departure so you can load your luggage.

Situated in the Heart of Ireland, halfway between Dublin and Galway, Sean’s Bar is part of the life and soul of Athlone, Co. Westmeath.

Sean’s plays host to visitors from all around the world. Whether absorbing the history, listening to music, visiting with friends and family, or simply enjoying the perfect pint, the appeal is equally strong for everyone. Listed in both “25 of the Most Incredible Bars in the World” and “50 Bars to Blow Your Mind” by Lonely Planet, a visit to Sean’s is a must! Even more amazing, Sean’s Bar was officially recognised by the Guinness Book of Records as Ireland’s Oldest Pub. Find out more about why Sean’s is not only the oldest, but one of the best-loved pubs in world.

With music 7 nights a week, live bands, flowing pints, electric atmosphere, and that Good Ol’ Irish Craic, no wonder Sean’s Bar has been the chosen destination for many for over 10 Centuries.

Sláinte agus Céad Míle Fáilte a Sean’s Bar!

We will first get a bit of history about Sean’s Bar and how it came to be the oldest bar in the world, followed by an Irish Coffee Masterclass where you will learn how to make a proper Irish Coffee!

After our Masterclass we will walk 6-minute to our group lunch at Gertie Brownes Bar & Bistro. We will pre-select our choices to make serving easier for the staff and to expedite our time so we can stay on schedule.

After our group lunch we once again board our bus and continue on to Galway and check-into our hotel.

The remainder of your night is free to explore the fun, vibrant city of Galway.

Use your PubCulture.Beer Galway Digital Map to find yourself dinner and discover the vibrant nightlife and live music scene of this international Irish city!

Sophie's Rooftop is where you your included breakfast is served each day in Galway. Remember, since the your breakfast is made-to-order give yourself plenty of time.
Less than 30-minutes may be rushed.

Guided tour with Aran Celtic Tours.

Our guide Pat Hernon will meet us at the Kilroanan Pier and drive us in his minibus as he shuttles us in two groups to the important sights on Inis Mór, passionately sharing stories and historical information.
 
Lunch stop (on your own) in the small village of Kilmurvey.

On the way back to Galway our ferry will pass the Cliffs of Moher - impressive from the visitors center (that we will visit tomorrow) the view from the water is something that you will never forget!

When we return to Galway we will make our way to the Galway Bay Brewing's Oslo Bar for a beer tasting and dinner. If you want to return to the hotel for any reaso, we recommend taking a taxi to meet everyone for dinner.

The remainder of your night is free to explore.

You can use your PubCulture.Beer Galway Digital Map again as you enjoy this lively city and it's great pubs music scene as there are some great pubs on the way back from the Oslo Bar in Salthill to our hotel.

Here are a few, there are more on the map linked above.

Today it is an early morning and a full day of scenic drives as we make our way down Ireland's "Wild Atlantic Way" from Galway, stopping at the famous Cliffs of Moher, and on the DIngle Town and the Slea Head Drive around the Dingle Peninsula.

We will be departing at 8:00AM, so make sure you give yourself enough time to grab breakfast when they open at 7:00AM. There are a couple of cafés at the Cliff's of Moher visitor center.

Afterwards we will continue our way on to Co. Kerry and Dingle, where you will have plenty of time to explore this charming town with incredible pubs with loads of live music and some of Ireland's freshest seafood!

Remember, since the Dean makes breakfast to order give yourself plenty of time. Less than 30-minutes may be rushed.

Free time to explore the visitor center and the famous, scenic cliffs! There is a gift shop on-site for your souvenirs and two cafés if you need to grab a small bite or a snack.

We will get to Dingle and continue onto Dingle's famous Slea Head Drive, stopping at several points of interest along the route including a Sheep Dog Hearding Experience, a pint at the westernmost bar in Ireland, and a visit to the first brewery in Co. Kerry that also can boast the Emerald Isle's first woman craft brewer!

Remainder of the evening is free to explore this seaside town!

Use your PubCulture.Beer Dingle Digital Map to explore this famed fishing port and unofficial “capital” of the Wild Atlantic Way!  Find restaurants, quant pubs with loads of trad music, and PLENTY of Guinness!

Breakfast includes both a lavish buffet and hot options cooked to your liking.

On the buffet you will find home baked and hand carved ham, farmhouse cheeses, creamy natural yogurts, smoked salmon, Irish granolas and freshly baked brown bread and pastries as well as fresh fruits and juices.

The kitchen also has a selection of hot options cooked to your liking which include the traditional Irish breakfast but also on the menu are Crepes, Waffles, Kippers or Fresh Fish of the Day.

After entering the castle grounds you will have free time to explore the area and wander the amazing gardens!

Need the “gift of gab”? then kiss the Blarney Stone!
(Keep in mind the line up to kiss the Blarney Stone can take over an hour, so give yourself enough time if you are choosing to do so you probably want to do that first.)

Hungry? Grab a bite to eat – or a pint or two of beer - in the café.

You will have free time to explore Cork City for a few hours. Use your PubCulture.Beer Cork Digital Map to explore points of interest like The English Market or find a pub to check out before our group dinner.

Cork is also known for being a craft beer packed Irish city full of great pubs, lively music, and fun nightlife for after dinner too!

Meet the group for dinner at Thompson’s Restaurant and Brewery. It is only an 8-10 minute walk from our hotel.

After dinner the rest of your night is free.

Use your PubCulture.Beer Cork Digital Map to continue exploring Cork, visiting more of the cities classic pubs with live music, craft beer bars, and brewery taprooms.

Breakfast Buffet at the hotel.

Guided tour of the museum in the White Star Line ticket office – last port of call for the Titanic on April 11, 1912 - Featuring passenger stories and eyewitness accounts of the tragedy the Titanic.

The guided portion of the tour will take about 30 minutes, afterwards you can spend as much time as you would like to explore the exhibits or take some time to explore Cobh or visit a nearby pub.

After we retun to the hotel the rest of your night is free.

Use your PubCulture.Beer Cork Digital Map to and enjoy more of this fun city on a Friday night!

Breakfast Buffet at the hotel.

Arrive in Dublin, drop bags at hotel.

(Most rooms will likely not be ready until 3pm.)

After check-in you will have free time to enjoy your last afternoon in Dublin.  Grab those last souvenirs, maybe visit a museum, or just relax in a pub reminiscing over the past 7-days...

The reminder of the night is free for you to decide how to spend your last night in Ireland. You may choose to finish packing and call it an early night, or maybe you want to keep the party going, the choice is yours!

Depart for Dublin Airport - Aerfort Bhaile Átha Cliath - (DUB) and return to reality… Or spend more time in Ireland or elsewhere in Europe.

(Departure time may change depending on available return flights – please try to not book your return departure before 11:00am.  Departures earlier than 11:00am may require you to order a taxi to the airport instead of riding the bus with the group.)

Feel seven days in Ireland is too short?

Extend your beercation and add one night in a castle hotel and two nights in Belfast!

This post-beercation add-on will cover your hotel for three additional nights, July 19th through 21st, and return you to the Dublin Airport on the 22nd of July.

More information is available at check-out when booking.

• Pub Culture Beercations will provide ground transportation, lodging, guide(s) and arrangements for all activities listed as “included” in the “Best of Ireland 7-Day Beercation” itinerary. (last updated 08/15/2025)

(If any changes need to be made to the itinerary, participants will be notified of said changes.  Any changes made to the itinerary will be of comparable or better quality.)

• Meals and beverages (including alcohol) as outlined in the detailed itinerary are included in your beercation costs.

The cost of meals and beverages (including alcohol) outside those listed in the detailed itinerary will be the participants’ responsibility.

• The regular price per person for Pub Culture Beercations’ “Best of Ireland 7-Day Beercation” July 12-19, 2026, for a total of 7-nights in Ireland, is $2899.00 ($414/day) based on double occupancy.

(Complete pricing information is described in detail on the beercation booking page under each package option.  Click any “Book Now” button to view details.)

• Cancelation by participants after Friday, April 17, 2025, will result in forfeit of tour fees already paid. consideration for a partial refund can be made in extraordinary circumstances that can be proven.

• If for any reason the tour is cancelled by Pub Culture Beercations, a full refund will be made to the contracting participant.

• Payments accepted by credit card or ACH bank transfer.
(Visa, Master Card, Discover and American Express accepted)

• Minimum trip size to operate is 16 persons with a maximum of 32 persons.

• Participants must be of legal drinking age in country(s) your pub culture beercations trip visits.  Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

• Pub Culture Beercations’ "Best of Ireland 7-Day Beercation", July 12-19, 2026, has a moderate to active participation rating.  participants need to be able to walk/be continually on their feet for at least 30 minutes at a time and keep up with the tour’s scheduled pace.  this means you must be able to keep up with the group and our scheduled activities, for example, but not limited to walking and/or biking city tours, brewery and distillery tours, and historical sites such as castles, museums, and more.

(No refunds will be given for parts of itinerary missed due to personal physical limitations or illness during the beercation.)

• Travel insurance is recommended.  See information during check-out.

• Pub Culture Beercations is not responsible for any injuries or illnesses participants may encounter while on the “Best of Ireland 7-Day Beercation”, July 12-19, 2026.
(No Refunds will be given for activities missed due to illness or injury during the tour.  Exceptions may be made under special circumstances, and only if Pub Culture Beercations did not pay for the scheduled activity in advance.)

• Pub Culture Beercation participants are responsible for booking and purchasing their own flights.

• Pub Culture Beercations is not responsible for any delay’s participants may encounter traveling to the meet-up destination.

Any delays encountered could result in trip participants’ responsibility to catch up with the rest of the tour group at their own expense.
(No refunds will be given for parts of trip missed due to travel delays.)

• Please note, any additional days prior to the scheduled “Day 1” or after “Departure Day” of “Best of Ireland 7-Day Beercation”, July 12-19, 2026, are not included in the total trip cost.

• Participants are responsible for making any arrangements and payments for hotels or other events before, or after the included group itinerary.  In some cases, Pub Culture Beercations may offer an “Early Arrival Add-On” that include the extra night hotel stay and activities for an additional charge.

Not Included On Your Beercation:

• Round-Trip Airfare

• Any meals (including beverages and beers) outside of those listed

on the "Best of Ireland 7-Day Beercation" itinerary are at your own cost.

• Costs for add-ons, excursions or activities listed as “optional” in the Emerald Isle II – The Northern Ireland Beercation itinerary or on the beercation booking page.

• Costs for excursions or activities you choose during scheduled “free-time” on the "Best of Ireland 7-Day Beercation" itinerary.

• Travel Insurance (recommended).

• Souvenirs or other optional purchases.