DUBLIN 37ºF - 48ºF - TARA HILL - BRU NA BOINNE - BELFAST 48ºF - 48ºF

Welcome to your Europamundo Trip Style!!! The information about the meeting place and start time of your circuit can be found on your voucher.Departure from Dublin, the capital of the Republic of Ireland, heading North. We will visit Hill of Tara (entrance included), an important place of worship and coveted centre of power throughout history, full of myths and legends that our guide will reveal to us. We continue our route stopping at Bru Na Boinne to admire the largest collection of megalithic art in Western Europe, with more than 90 monuments. The three most impressive and famous sites in the valley are Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth. Entrance included to one of these spectacular monuments. Afterward, we proceed to BELFAST, the capital of Northern Ireland and one of the most complete cities in Ireland, where we will enjoy a panoramic tour accompanied by our tour leader to discover its perfect blend of culture, history, architecture, unique gastronomy, and very friendly people. We will also walk through the famous murals that depict the recent history of the country. Transfer to the hotel and accommodation. A visit to the Titanic Museum is optionally available.

BELFAST 48ºF - 48ºF - CARRICK A REDE - CAUSEWAY OF THE GIANTS - DUNLUCE 55ºF - 55ºF - LONDONDERRY 52ºF - 52ºF

We leave Belfast towards one of the most singular landscapes on the north coast of the island, the Carrick-a-Rede Suspension Bridge. With a length of 20 metres and standing at a height of 25 metres above sea level, it offers fabulous views of the Northern Irish coastline. We keep on our journey to visit one of the most unique and famous geological formations of the Emerald Isle and which has been declared a World Heritage Site, the Giant´s Causeway (entrance included). Formed by more than 40,000 basalt columns that were created some 60 million years ago. According to Irish mythology, its origin dates back to a battle between two giants of Ireland and Scotland, Finn y Bennandonder. After lunch, we head to the ruins of the 12th century Dunluce Castle (Entrance included), an Irish National Heritage Site. The remains of this fortress are still impressive as it stands between the rocks and cliff and has been featured in some of the scenes of the famous Game of Thrones series. We continue to LONDONDERRY, Northern Ireland´s second city, full of pubs and life as well as being the only fully walled city on the island. Its city walls are considered to be among the most beautiful in Europe. Londonderry is a symbol of the new peace in Ulster and is the site of the first Protestant cathedral to be built on British soil after the Reformation. Accommodation.

LONDONDERRY 52ºF - 52ºF - FANAD CAPE - DOE CASTLE - GLENVEAGH NATIONAL PARK - DONEGAL 52ºF - 52ºF

Today we venture into Gaelic Ireland, County Donegal. This is one of the most spectacular corners of Europe, dominated by breathtaking cliffs, rugged landscapes and country roads that have been the inspiration for several Hollywood films. We will visit the Fanad Head Lighthouse, considered one of the most beautiful lighthouses in the world. We will enjoy the stunning scenery of this area which is regularly frequented by whales, porpoises and dolphins. We will discover the Glenveagh National Park, a valley that would fit perfectly in the "Lord of the Rings" books. Afterward, we will visit the impressive Doe Castle (entrance included), a 15th century castle located in Sheephaven Bay that boasts legends of tragedy, romance... and ghosts. We continue to Donegal Franciscan Abbey, the ruins of a spectacular 15th century Franciscan abbey and cemetery, chosen by the monks for its unique setting, a haven of peace by the sea. The day ends in DONEGAL, the most important city in the county. We will be able to enjoy its lively and seafaring atmosphere and stroll around its emblematic Diamond Square. Accommodation.

DONEGAL 52ºF - 52ºF - ROSSAVEAL - ARAN ISLANDS - GALWAY 48ºF - 48ºF

Early departure from Donegal to the port of Rossaveal where we will take a boat to the nearby ARAN ISLANDS, one of the most beautiful and historic islands in Ireland. A group of three islands, of which we will visit the largest, INISHMORE, unique for both its landscapes and cliffs, as well as for its archaeological sites. The island has several Bronze and Iron Age settlements, including Dún Aonghasa, which, located on the cliffs, offers a marvellous view. There are also monastic areas, such as the enclosure known as the Seven Churches, or different hermitages of the hermits who sought refuge on these islands. After visiting the island, we will embark again, this time to the city of GALWAY, the largest city on the west coast and one of the most dynamics in Ireland. It has an important port, one of the most important universities in the country and a historic centre full of life and live music in some of its famous pubs. We will take a pleasant stroll through the city centre accompanied by our guide. Accommodation.

GALWAY 48ºF - 48ºF - MOHERS CLIFFS - KILFENORA 52ºF - 52ºF - BURREN 50ºF - 50ºF - POULNABRONE - GALWAY 48ºF - 48ºF

Today we head south towards County Clare to visit the famous Cliffs of Moher (entrance included), one of the most impressive natural formations, with an extension of 8 km and more than 320 million years old. After that, a brief stop in KILFENORA, a small town where we will be able to admire its cathedral with the typical Celtic crosses, very well preserved. We will then enter the Burren National Park, which literally means "rocky place", a remarkable site characterized by a purely karst landscape of 300 square kilometres. After a short photo stop, we will reach one of the most important megalithic monuments in Europe, the Dolmen of Poulnabrone, a large funerary monument from the Neolithic period. Return to Galway and accommodation.

GALWAY 48ºF - 48ºF - BUNRATTY 50ºF - 50ºF - LIMERICK 50ºF - 50ºF - DINGLE'S PENINSULA - KILLARNEY 52ºF - 52ºF

We leave Galway to visit Bunratty Folk Park (entrance included) to enjoy the recreation of a typical 19th century Irish hamlet: its traditional thatched roofs, the interior of the fishermen’s home, the blacksmith’s, the school, the tearoom, the shops and the workshops, and a host of utensils typical of the period. Afterward, we will arrive at LIMERICK, on the banks of the River Shannon. Its compact old centre is notable for its medieval St. Mary’s Cathedral and the St. John´s Square, surrounded by Georgian terraced houses. On the banks of the river is the late 12th century King Jhon’s Castle. After lunch, we will visit the famous Dingle Peninsula, the most westerly point of Ireland. Continue to the small and charming KILLARNEY, still Ireland´s second most visited town, with its neo-Gothic St. Mary´s Cathedral and lively nightlife. Accommodation.Optionally, we will be able to attend a dance show, live music, and Gaelic singing at the Siamsa Tire Theatre in Tralee, a show that leaves no one indifferent and where we will discover the true Irish identity and culture.

KILLARNEY 52ºF - 52ºF - KERRY'S RING - CORK 50ºF - 50ºF

We leave Killarney for a hike along the famous Ring of Kerry, passing from the depths of the forests to the intense waters of the Atlantic. It is a road through majestic landscapes, where wild deer roam and thundering waterfalls crash against crystal clear streams teeming with wild salmon. The Ring of Kerry circular route takes in the beautiful towns of Killarney, Killorglin, Glenbeigh Cahersiveen, Waterville, and Kenmare. After several photo stops and lunch, we reach CORK, Ireland´s second most populous city, lively and cosmopolitan, situated on an island in the middle of the River Lee. Accommodation.

CORK 50ºF - 50ºF - CASHEL 48ºF - 52ºF - KILKENNY 50ºF - 52ºF - GLENDALOUGH 48ºF - 50ºF - DUBLIN 37ºF - 48ºF

Our final day takes us to the impressive medieval ruins of Rock of Cashel (entrance included). Crowned by Cormac´s Chapel, this mighty fortress in County Tipperary is filled with Viking remains. The Rock of Cashel is now regarded as one of Ireland´s most impressive historical sites, the power centre of the kings of Munster, where, according to legend, St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, baptized and converted the grandchildren of the King of Munster in the 5th century. We then reach the pretty town of KILKENNY, famous for many reasons: its majestic castle shrouded by vines, bustling artisan activity, cobbled lanes and secret passages, a thousand years of history, and vibrant festivals. After time for lunch, we will arrive at Glendalough Monastery (entrance included). One of the most precious jewels of the ancient East of Ireland, built in the 6th century by St. Kevin, it is today a collection of romantic ruins, consisting of two welcoming stone arches, an impressive cemetery with tombs adorned with Celtic symbols and crosses, the priests´ house, St. Mary´s Church, and a spectacular Cathedral. Arrive in DUBLIN at the end of the day. End of services. Our guide will drop you off at the agreed point.We hope you have enjoyed your circuit with Europamundo.