7 Day Ireland Self-Drive

Overview

Seven days of pure relaxation and breath taking scenery all waiting for you to discover, explore and enjoy. Carroll’s Tours offer this exciting 7 Day Ireland Self-Drive. In Dublin, the chance to unwind and relax and prepare for your spectacular drives in the days ahead. Heading south in a mountainous sweep from Dublin through Wicklow to the beautiful medieval city of Kilkenny. Road trip takes you South west across Ireland’s Golden Vale of rich pastures, rolling mountains. A chance to visit the ancient seat of the Kings of Munster – The Rock of Cashel. On to Killarney through beautiful rolling green landscapes.

From Killarney the road trip is all about rings, ring of Kerry and the Skellig Ring. Finally you encountere the awesome spectacular Wild Atlantic. The road takes you north along this fantastic coastal drive. Driving through a bewitched mist shrouded landscape, soaring cliffs. Talking stops to explore lonely ruins and rediscover stirring tales long past. Stroll into Bars and discover the friendly people making room for you. So drive the wild Atlantic way on road’s that will inspire. Carroll’s Tours offer brilliant road trip insights on this unique 7 Day Ireland Self-Drive.

From: €780pp low – €860pp Peak

Day 1: Dublin

Arrive in Dublin Airport where your vehicle will be waiting for you to collect
Head into Dublin city, checking in to your accommodation (Belvedere Hotel)
Enjoy an Open Top Bus Tour of Ireland’s Capital City
In the afternoon, visit one of Ireland’s major attractions The Guinness Storehouse and afterwards a unique Walking Tour of Dublin back to your accommodation
Suggested dinner in The Church on Dublins Jervis Street
Evening in the wonderful historic Traditional Pub Murray’s of O’Connell Street

Day 2: Kilkenny

Day Starts with a beautiful Breakfast
Head to Kilkenny City, heading south to historic Glendalough for stunning monastic ruins on shores of beautiful lake
Head onto Kilkenny over the Sally Gap in the majestic Wicklow Mountains, one of Ireland’s stunning drives
Continue on to Ireland’s ‘Medieval Capital’ Kilkenny
Check-in at Central B&B right in the heart of beautiful city
Explore the famous 12th Century Kilkenny Castle
Suggested lunch in Kilkenny Design opposite the Castle
In the afternoon experience Kilkenny’s medieval mile route with a stop at the Smithwick’s Brewery
Discover St Canices the ancient beautiful Cathedral wherein lies much of this great cities historic nobility
Suggested you unwind for dinner and live Irish music in one of Kilkenny’s most famous Bars, Matt the Miller

Day 3: Killarney

First Breakfast, lots to see today!
Out towards Kerry and first stop of the day is the Rock of Cashel, a stunning citadel rising high above the surrounding plains, home to the ancient Kings of Munster
Continue on this route to beautiful Blarney Castle to kiss the Stone!
Head over the beautiful Cork and Kerry mountains on a stunning drive into Killarney, picturesquely set beside lakes with Ireland’s highest mountains, the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks
Check-in at the renowned Ardree House B&B right in the town
After Lunch a visit Ross Castle, set on an island in the stunning lake connected by a causeway, ancient seat of the O’Donaghue Mor
A short trip around the lake stopping at stunning Torc Mountain and through the famed Gap Of Dunloe
Arrive back in town and take a stroll through the streets of this magnificent town
Suggested dinner in Courtney’s bar, stay for the music or explore some of the other famous bars, The Laurels, Murphys and Buckley’s
Make sure to enjoy the great pubs and enjoy the traditional Irish music on offer

Day 4: Ring of Kerry

Early Start and a stunning Breakfast
Get ready for a fabulous day of scenic views on the Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring, this is 100 miles of winding coastal drive consists of beautiful beaches and Cliffs and iconic landscapes
Head out of Killarney up to Ladies View for short stop and on over the Moll’s Gap
Decend into beautiful Kenmare Village with its superb crafts
Head west on the Ring through stunning Sneem, with its brightly painted houses
Head out to Ballinskelligs and join the Skellig Ring
The views are breathtaking, take a stop and stroll (or Swim) in St Finans Bay and head over stunning cliff top roads into Portmagee
If you are a Star Wars fan visit the famous Skellig Michael Visitor Centre nearby, suggested lunch in The Moorings in Portmagee
Leave the Skellig Ring and join the Ring of Kerry again head to Cahirsiveen
Onto to Kell’s Bay and through stunning Glenbeigh, turn for Killarney at Kilorglin and head south to Killarney

Day 5: Killarney – Doolin

Big Hearty Breakfast – Early Start
Leave Killarney drive north to Tarbert for a 20-minute ferry ride across the wide River Shannon Estuary
Continue along the stunning coast of County Clare to the Cliffs of Moher, a spectacular wall of sandstone that reaches almost 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean.
On the way drive past Lahinch, one of Ireland’s most famous locations and travel onwards north arriving at the village of Doolin
Check-in at Maloney House B&B and a lunch nearby
Head down to Pier for a pre-booked stunning Sea Cruise to the Cliffs of Moher, stunning views and magnificent Wild Atlantic Experience
Doolin is world-famous for its wealth of Irish folk music and in recent years has been attracting crowds to spontaneous sessions in any one of its excellent pubs
Then out to do the Burren Loop Drive across the Burren Region, mysterious castles like Leamenagh and Dysert O’Dea rise from the landscape
Head to the ancient Poulnabrone Dolmen Tombs
An exciting suggested dinner and trad session in Gus O’Connors famouse pub
As night falls catch the Western Sunset off the Doolin Pier, absolutely beautiful

Day 6: Doolin – Galway

A short drive and a stunning day ahead but never forget the Breakfast!
Head out of Doolin for Galway
A short stop for pictures at beautiful Dunaguire Castle
Drive on to Kinvara Fishing village, then Bell Harbour and coffee stop in Ballyvaughan
Continue on to Blackhead on the spectacular coast road
Blackhead – you can stop for views/photos or opt to climb to the summit for awesome views of Wild Atlantic
Head south hugging the coast to Fanore and more spectacular views
Heading east to meet Galway Bay and a straight drive into Galway City
Check-in at Lios-Inis’s B&B (or similar) a short stroll from City Centre
Check In, freshen up and stroll down to this cultural and arty city streets
Lynch’s Castle, Dominic St and Shop Streets with its traditional buskers and street performers, onto the artsy area of the docks and the Spanish Arch area
Try some of the following lively Bars, An Pucan, Garavan’s and Taylors each offer an evening of great food
Galway City is for walking, thankfully for tired legs it is not a huge, it is compact, lively and full of Music

Day 7: Dublin

Late Breakfast and a brisk 3 hour drive to Dublin City
Stopping at Clonmacnoise, this ancient monastic ruined town on the River Shannon is a stunning stop
Head to Dublin and accommodation in City Centre and Car hire can be left off nearby
Check-In at Belvedere Hotel (or similar) in Dublin City Centre
Take a personalised Walking Tour of Dublin
Head to Trinity College and see one of the wonders of ancient World The Book of Kells
Suggest a last meal in Pichet Restaurant and a stroll through Temple Bar area to sample this vibrant part of Dublin City
Relax for a last drink in The Palace Bar a short stroll from your hotel

Day 7: Farewell

Nice Breakfast
Transfer to Airport – depending on flight time

And that is that for a magnificent 7 Day Ireland Self-Drive

Package Includes

7 Nights Authentic Accommodations
7 Full Irish Breakfasts
Rental Car (VW Fiesta or Similar), Manual Gears with Super Damage Cover (Zero)
Pre-paid unique Irish Experiences listed below
24/7 Expert Advice and Support for Trip Duration
Complete Tour Details & Documents
Risk-Free Cancellation Policy
Airport Meet and Great