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Killarney & Ring of Kerry

2 - 9 Oct 27: An 8 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Ireland with Johnsons Coaches staying at Killarney Plaza Hotel

Saturday 2^nd October 2027 – Saturday 9^th October 2027

8 Days

From £1,449

Experience the very best of Ireland on this wonderful escorted coach holiday, combining the lively atmosphere of Dublin with the breathtaking landscapes of County Kerry. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Ireland’s capital before travelling west via the Irish National Stud, Japanese Gardens and picturesque Adare to Killarney. From our stylish central hotel, discover the spectacular Ring of Kerry and the wild beauty of the Dingle Peninsula, with time at leisure to relax or explore independently. We continue to historic Cobh for the moving Queenstown Story before returning home by ferry, with memorable scenery, fascinating visits and warm Irish hospitality throughout.

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Enjoy a guided tour of Dublin, Ireland’s vibrant capital city
Visit the Irish National Stud and beautiful Japanese Gardens
Explore charming Adare, often described as Ireland’s prettiest village
Discover the spectacular scenery of the Ring of Kerry on a guided tour
Experience the wild beauty of the Dingle Peninsula and historic Cobh’s Queenstown Story

Day One: Arrival

To Holyhead for our crossing to Dublin, then on to the Talbot Hotel, Stillorgan (4-Star) for our 2-night stay.

Day Two

After breakfast we travel into central Dublin where we meet our city guide for a morning tour of Ireland's great capital. The afternoon is free for individual sightseeing.

Day Three

Departing our hotel we visit the Irish National Stud at Kildare, home to some of Ireland's most revered thoroughbreds and the adjacent Japanese Gardens. Later we continue via Adare, Ireland's 'prettiest village', with its delightful, thatched cottages before arriving in Killarney for our 4-night stay.

Day Four

Discover the secrets of the Ring of Kerry, as our guided tour takes us via Killorglin; famed for its annual Puck Fair, to Glenbeigh, with its Bog Village. We continue around the Iveragh Peninsula, ascending Peakeen Mountain, around Moll's Gap and Ladies View before finally descending back into Killarney, along the glittering shores of Lough Leane.

Day Five

A day at leisure. Why not enjoy a scenic lake cruise or a jaunting cart ride? Or you may wish to visit Muckross House. The day is all yours!

Day Six

Join us for a guided tour of the stunning Dingle Peninsula. Travelling through 'Ryan's Daughter Country', we will see the wild and beautiful natural scenery as we make our way to the fishing village of Dingle.

Day Seven

Departing Killarney, we travel to Cobh, where we visit the Queenstown Story. Here, we can retrace the steps of the 2 ½ million Irish people who emigrated from Ireland via Cobh on coffin ships, early steamers and finally on the great ocean liners. In fact, Cobh was the last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic. Later, we drive to Waterford for our overnight accommodation at the 3-star Dooley's Hotel.

Day Eight

Breakfast today is included on board our return Irish Ferries sailing back to Pembroke where upon arrival we continue homeward.

Killarney Plaza Hotel

This stylish hotel is in the centre of Killarney, adjacent to the National Park, and offers excellent facilities including Restaurant, Piano Bar, Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna & spa bath. Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality: Flat. Hotel: Lift to all floors.

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

4-Star * En Suite Bedrooms * TV * Hairdryer * Hospitality Tray * Lift * Indoor Pool

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Door to Door service
Our own courier service
Club Class Extra Legroom Coach
Return Irish Ferry crossings
7 nights half board
A visit to the Irish National Stud & the Japanese Gardens
Guided tours of Dublin, the ‘Ring of Kerry’ and the Dingle Peninsula
A visit to the Queenstown Story

Date, Price & Supplement

2 Oct 27

£1,449

Single Room: £402

Insurance: £97

Prices are per person and for the entire holiday

A valid passport is required for this holiday.

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