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Heart of Ireland Tour 2024
Donegal, Ireland
Oct 6 - 14, 2024
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Tara Tours Ireland
$2,699
Deposit: $100

About your trip

Discover the Heart of Ireland with Tara Tours Ireland!
Join us on an unforgettable journey to the very essence of Ireland. Our expertly crafted tour will take you on a magical adventure through the stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and ancient landmarks that define this captivating country.

Experience the warmth of Irish hospitality
Explore the charming villages and meet the friendly locals. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural traditions and folklore that make Ireland truly unique.

Explore Iconic Landmarks and Hidden Gems
From the amazing Slieve League Cliffs to the hidden treasures of the Irish countryside, our tour will take you to both the famous landmarks and the lesser-known gems.
Discover the history and beauty of ancient castles, picturesque lakes, and breathtaking natural wonders.

Unforgettable memories of the Real Ireland
If you are after an Authentic Ireland Experience, this tour is for you! Create lasting memories, new friendships and incredible adventures with The Heart of Ireland Tour! 

What's included

7 nights accommodation

We handpick our hotels and guesthouses to ensure a high level of quality for our guest accommodation.

Breakfast Each Morning

Enjoy a fresh Irish Breakfast each morning at your handpicked accommodation

3 Evening Meals

Taste the delicious flavors of Ireland on certain evenings throughout your vacation, as described in our itinerary.

6 Sightseeing Day Tours

From ancient Irish burial chambers to stunning Norman castle, from the highest cliffs in Europe to pints in the oldest pub in Ireland, we have exciting and fascinating days out for everyone to enjoy!

Comfortable coach travel

Our coaches are of the highest standard, ensuring you will see Ireland in comfort and style.

Expert Tour Director

Our Tour Directors have a high level of local knowledge to ensure you get the best out of your vacation.

Airport Transfers

Transfers to and from Dublin Airport

What's not included

Tips and Gratuities

Additional Excursions

Travel Insurance

Air Travel

Day 1

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Travel Day

Board your overnight flight to Dublin

Day 2

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Arrive in County Dublin, Ireland

 A Cead Míle Failte – ‘A thousand welcomes’ to Ireland!

You will be met at Dublin airport on arrival and transferred to your hotel. 


Check into your beautiful Dublin hotel, Roganstown Hotel and Country Club

Meet your Tour Director and the rest of your group at the welcome meal.

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Day 3

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Sightseeing tour of Boyne Valley

Visit the famous Bru na Boinne World Heritage site. Includes a visit to the ancient site of Newgrange (older than the pyramids, older than Stonehenge)


Local stop for lunch and a walking tour around the historic town of Drogheda. 

Included meal: Breakfast


** Evening excursion/option: 

An evening of real Irish ‘craic’(fun) with music and song. Includes a dinner celebrating the best of Irish cuisine and a drink of your choice (try some Guinness or a famous Irish whiskey). 

Cost: $85 per person

Day 4

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Visit to Belvedere House & Drumshambo Distillery Shed

 

Visit the beautiful Belvedere House and discover the story of it's fascinating Jealous Wall. Enjoy the stunning landscaped gardens. 


Visit the famous ‘Drumshambo Shed Distillery’. 

A fully guided experience including an expert tasting of Drumshambo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey. Finish with a refreshing Drumshambo Gunpowder Irish Gin and tonic at the Honey Badger Bar in a majestic botanical glasshouse.


Check in at The Central Hotel, Donegal Town for a 2-Night Stay


Included meal: Breakfast

Day 5

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Spend the day in the historic town of Donegal or join us on excursion

 Enjoy the hospitality of the wonderful town of Donegal. Explore it's many traditional pubs or visit it's wonderful castle.

An unforgettable experience of this enchanting part of Ireland.

Included meal: Breakfast


**Optional Excursion: Slieve League, the highest coastal cliffs in Europe. A stunning natural wonder. These majestic cliffs are higher than the Cliffs of Moher and offer panoramic views of the rugged coastline. Not to be missed.

Lunch with a traditional fish and chips in the famous seaside fishing town of Killybegs. Cost: $69 per person

Day 6

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Glencar waterfall, Rosses Point & Creevykeel Megalithic Site

Get ready to discover the magic of Sligo, home to some of the most stunning natural landscapes in Ireland. 


From the awe-inspiring Glencar Waterfall to the historic Creevykeel Megalithic site, Sligo is a place that is sure to surprise and delight.

Let us guide you through the hidden gems of this region and show you all the beauty it has to offer.


Scenic drive through the Wild Atlantic Way and take in ‘Yeats Country’. 


Check into the beautiful Clayton Hotel Sligo for a 2-night stay.

Group dinner that evening to discuss all that we saw along the way. 

Included meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 7

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Visit Beautiful Achill Island & Traditional Irish Music Night

Journey to the beautiful Achill Island. A location for the Irish film ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ 

Visit Grace O'Malley Tower, the home of the pirate queen which was built in 1429. 


Lots of photo stops to take in the amazing views along the way.


Back in Sligo, our group will be treated to a ‘traditional Irish music night’ this evening

Included meal: Breakfast

Day 8

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Strokestown National Famine Museum, River Shannon & Seáns Bar

At Strokestown National Famine Museum you will be guided through an interactive and compelling museum. It will take you back in time to one of the darkest periods of Irish history. You'll leave understanding and appreciating the resilience of the Irish people. Join us in exploring this hidden gem!


Check in to your Athlone hotel, along the banks of the famous River Shannon.

Enjoy drinks at Seáns Bar - Ireland's Oldest Bar. Pure Irish authentic pub. 

Group farewell meal. 


Included meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 9

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Departure Day

 Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)

Transfer to the airport for your flight home

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1. Donegal, Ireland

Donegal, Ireland

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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