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Halloween in Ireland: An Exclusive Experience
Dublin, Ireland
Oct 23 - Nov 1, 2026
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Tara Tours Ireland
$3,199
Deposit: $250

About your trip

Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime Halloween journey through Ireland – where history, folklore, and festive fun collide!

This unique 10-day tour blends Ireland’s most atmospheric destinations with its rich storytelling tradition. Explore haunted jails, mystical caves, sacred shrines, and one of the world’s most haunted castles.

Hear ghostly tales, meet locals who keep Ireland’s folklore alive, and celebrate Halloween night at the incredible Púca Festival in Trim — the birthplace of Samhain itself.

With comfortable accommodations, expert Irish guides, and fascinating stops from Dublin to Galway and Sligo, this tour offers the perfect mix of spooky adventure, history, and authentic Irish charm.

What's included

Hotel Accommodation

Hand-chosen 4 Star hotels for a comfortable rest after a day of exploring

Daily Breakfast

Enjoy a delicious breakfast on each morning of your tour

Airport Transfers

Your transport to and from Dublin Airport is provided

Expert Tour Director

Your Irish tour director will guide you along your adventure

3 Evening Meals

3 delicious evening meals throughout the tour

Luxury transportation

Travel in style and comfort around Ireland.

Entrance fees to sites

All sites described in the itinerary are included

Day 1: Fri. 23 Oct.

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Travel Day

Board your overnight flight to Dublin

Day 2: Sat. 24 Oct.

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Arrival in Dublin

Welcome to Ireland!

Upon arrival at Dublin Airport, transfer to your hotel and take some free time to relax or explore the lively streets of Dublin at your own pace.

Enjoy a welcome dinner and meet your tour director & fellow guests

Included meal: Dinner

Day 3: Sun. 25 Oct.

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Dublin & Haunted Wicklow

Today’s journey takes you south to County Wicklow for a spine-chilling visit to Wicklow Gaol, one of Ireland’s most haunted locations. Step inside this atmospheric 18th-century prison and learn its ghostly tales through immersive exhibits and stories.

Later, enjoy a stop at an Irish Christmas tree farm for a lighter touch of Irish countryside charm before returning to Dublin.

Day 4: Mon. 26 Oct.

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Haunted Drogheda & Castle Stay

Travel north to the historic town of Drogheda, where a local walking tour reveals spooky churches, haunted graveyards, and centuries-old secrets.

Visit Mellifont Abbey, Ireland’s first Cistercian monastery, rich with medieval mystery.


In the afternoon, arrive one of Ireland’s most haunted hotels. Enjoy a special haunted history tour of the castle followed by a themed group dinner in its grand dining hall.

Day 5: Tues. 27 Oct.

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Caves, Trenches & Sligo Ghosts

Begin with a visit to a country history museum, where you’ll step back in time to experience what life was like in a WWI trench.

Then, journey to the breathtaking Marble Arch Caves, an underground world of winding passages and spectacular rock formations.

This evening, travel to Sligo, a town rich in eerie legends and literary connections. Stay at a hotel with a history of ghostly sightings!


Optional: Join a Sligo Ghost Walk, uncovering chilling tales of the supernatural, followed by dinner.

Day 6: Wed. 28 Oct.

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Sligo Spirits & Stories

Spend the day exploring Sligo at your leisure

~Or~

Choose the optional excursion to the Arigna Mines and Drumshanbo Distillery — a fascinating combination of industrial history and award-winning Irish spirits.


This evening, enjoy dinner in a lively local pub where folklore and storytelling come to life, accompanied by traditional Irish music and warm hospitality.

Day 7: Thurs. 29 Oct

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Holy Shrines & Galway City

Travel west to the sacred town of Knock, site of the world-famous Marian apparition of 1879. Visit the Knock Shrine and Museum to learn about this extraordinary event.

Continue to Galway, known for its colourful streets, live music, and vibrant energy.
Enjoy an orientation walking tour before a free evening to explore Galway’s many restaurants and traditional pubs.

Day 8: Fri 30 Oct.

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Galway or Cliffs of Moher & The Burren (Optional)

Enjoy a relaxing day in Galway

~Or~

Join the optional excursion to two of Ireland’s natural wonders — the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren. Walk the dramatic cliff paths and marvel at the unique limestone landscape before a hearty lunch in a traditional Doolin pub.

Return to Galway for a final evening of music and merriment.

Day 9: Sat. 31 Oct

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Púca Festival – Halloween Night!

It’s Halloween in Ireland — where it all began!

Visit Sean’s Bar in Athlone, believed to be the oldest pub in Ireland, before heading to Trim for the spectacular Púca Festival.


Experience Ireland’s biggest Halloween celebration with street theatre, live music, storytelling, light installations, and the grand Halloween parade. Celebrate Samhain night surrounded by folklore, fun, and Irish magic!

Day 10: Sun. 1 Nov.

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Departure Day

Transfer to Dublin Airport for your journey home — taking with you memories of Ireland’s legends, laughter, and Halloween magic.

About your organizer

Welcome to Tara Tours Ireland, where we specialize in providing unique and immersive experiences that showcase the real Ireland. Our tours offer a taste of authentic Irish culture and traditions, featuring local food and drink and opportunities to meet local people. With many years of experience with the travel industry, you can trust us to show you the hidden gems that others often overlook. Come along with us and explore Ireland like never before! ​ ​

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