Heart of Ireland Tour 2025

Donegal, Ireland

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Tara Tours Ireland
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May 5 - 13, 2025
Group size: 8 - 25
Heart of Ireland Tour 2025
Donegal, Ireland

Tara Tours Ireland
  • Email address verified
3 reviews

May 5 - 13, 2025
Group size: 8 - 25

About this trip

 

Step into the true heart of Ireland on this exclusive, fun-filled journey in May 2025. 

Designed to immerse you in the genuine Irish experience, this tour brings you closer to the people, landscapes, and traditions that make Ireland unforgettable.

Imagine standing at the edge of the dramatic Slieve League Cliffs, tasting award-winning gin and whiskey straight from the source in Ardara, or sharing laughter and stories with locals at a lively pub session. This is more than sightseeing; it’s stepping into Ireland’s vibrant culture!

Highlights Include:

  • Hands-On Crafting & Whiskey Tasting: Get a behind-the-scenes look at traditional Irish whiskey and gin crafting, with tastings and stories from local artisans.
  • Music and Storytelling: Experience an authentic Irish music session, where you’ll tap your feet and sing along in the friendly warmth of a local pub.
  • Breathtaking Landscapes: Explore Ireland's natural wonders, from the mystical Newgrange to the rolling hills and coastal cliffs.
  • Historic Pubs and Hidden Gems: Raise a pint in historic pubs like Sean’s Bar in Athlone, known as one of the oldest in the world, and discover secret spots only the locals know.​

Every step of this tour is crafted to give you an authentic taste of Ireland—its history, its culture, and above all, its people. Come ready for adventure, stories, and memories that will stay with you long after you’ve returned home.

Book now to join the Heart of Ireland tour, where every moment is an Irish experience!

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 Irish Whiskey tasting, 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

Available Packages

Double Occupancy (2 People Sharing)
Deposit:$100

2 Guests sharing a double or twin room 

$2,519
Deposit:$100
Solo Traveller
Deposit:$100
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One person occupying a room as a solo traveller

$2,969
Deposit:$100

Available options

Traditional Irish Music Night with Meal
$89

Traditional Irish musicians will have your toes tapping and your heart singing.

An evening of real Irish ‘craic’ (fun) with music, song and storytelling.

Includes a dinner celebrating the best of Irish cuisine and a drink of your choice (try some Guinness or a famous Irish whiskey).  

Slieve League Cliffs with lunch
$79

 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.

Visit traditional Donegal weaving demonstration with a famous Donegal Tweed craftsperson.

Lunch with a traditional fish and chips in the famous seaside fishing town of Killybegs.

Arigna Mines & Drumshanbo Distillery
$89

 Two fantastic visits!

‘Arigna Mines Experience’ & award winning ‘Drumshanbo Whiskey & Gin distillery’. 

A guided tour of Arigna mines with real ex miners. A fascinating part of Ireland’s history.

A fully guided experience at Drumshambo. Includes an expert tasting of their single Pot Still Irish Whiskey. Finish off with a refreshing Drunshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin and tonic at the Honey Badger Bar, in the majestic botanical glasshouse.

This option includes lunch.


Dublin Extension
$199

Stay an extra night in Dublin City hotel

Enjoy an exclusive guided walking tour of the city.

Visit the best pubs in Dublin with local guide. 


Transfer to the Airport on May 14th for your flight home. 

Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)



Itinerary

Day 1- Monday May 6
Travel Day

Board your overnight flight to Dublin

Your Organizer


TT
Tara Tours Ireland
3 reviews
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! ​ ​

Reviews

I highly recommend Tara Tours! Our guide, Liam, was amazing - friendly, funny and informative. Everything went smoothly from the pickup at the airport to the accommodations in each hotel and for each meal. The support team, Kat, is also amazing!
By Donna F for Heart of Ireland Tour 2024 on Oct 23, 2024
This trip was wonderful. It was like visiting family who knew all the great places to go to and really cared about your experience. We were enriched with so much history, while having so much fun. Loved the people, the places, the food and the hotels. They did everything right.
By Linda S for Heart of Ireland Tour 2024 on Oct 17, 2024
My husband and I had received a strong recommendation for this tour and Liam and it didn't disappoint! Besides visiting iconic, important sites, we learned a lot from Liam that we're sure we wouldn't hear from other tours. It was a great day and we also recommend it!
By Margo M for Full Day Dublin Walking Tour on Aug 15, 2024