Where nature meets history

9-day nature tour from east to west


Dublin - Boyne Valley - Galway - Limerick - Wicklow Mountains

Your journey at a glance

Fall in love with the east and west of Ireland on this customised 9-day nature tour. On your journey, you will marvel at the breathtaking Georgian buildings of Dublin and stroll through the botanical gardens of Malahide Castle. Goosebumps await you when you enter the millennia-old corridor of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Newgrange in the historic Boyne Valley. Your trip then takes you to the picturesque mountain landscape of the Wicklow Mountains. Here you will find one of the most beautiful valleys in Ireland: Glendalough with its mirror-smooth lakes reflecting a mystical world.
Fall in love with the east and west of Ireland on this customised 9-day nature tour. On your journey, you will marvel at the breathtaking Georgian buildings of Dublin and stroll through the botanical gardens of Malahide Castle. Goosebumps await you when you enter the millennia-old corridor of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Newgrange in the historic Boyne Valley. Your trip then takes you to the picturesque mountain landscape of the Wicklow Mountains. Here you will find one of the most beautiful valleys in Ireland: Glendalough with its mirror-smooth lakes reflecting a mystical world.
  • Your journey includes the following stops
  • Dublin (1 night)
  • Boyne Valley (2 nights)
  • Galway (2 nights)
  • Limerick (1 night)
  • Wicklow Mountains (2 nights)
  • Further highlights
  • Malahide
  • Connemara
  • Clifden
  • Kylemore Abbey
  • Westport Poulnabrone-Dolmen
  • Cliffs of Moher
  • Rock of Cashel
  • Glendalough Valley

Geotoura - Hotel concept

When we include a hotel in our programme, it is not only a high standard of quality that is important to us. We prefer typical local accommodation, often boutique hotels with a special ambience. They emphasise the character of an individual trip: Panoramic views, particularly lovely furnishings, location in historic centres, no mass tourism and, of course, exceptionally friendly hosts – these are important criteria for us.

We categorise our accommodation in the British Isles into four separate Geotoura categories. Of course, you have the choice and can also combine the categories on one trip.

Boutique Hotels - Four categories

Encantador (‘Charming’): Privately run bed & breakfast guesthouses with a small number of cosy rooms and a lovingly prepared breakfast.

Especial (‘Special’): Enjoy stylish interiors and comfort in the mostly family-run boutique hotels with historic charm. Stay in the city centre or in beautiful natural surroundings.

Extraordinario (‘Extraordinary’): Centuries-old buildings, such as historic manor houses or castles, sometimes also modern design hotels with special architecture. Usually equipped with a restaurant, bar or spa area.

Luna de Miel (‘honeymoon’): For your honeymoon – or if you want to treat yourself to something out of the ordinary …

 

Character of this travel idea

Fall in love with the exciting past of Ireland’s historic east on this 9-day round trip and embark on an adventure amidst beautiful natural landscapes in the west of the Emerald Isle. You will experience your very own Irish fairy tale made up of gripping history and real dream scenery.

Experience culture

While many visitors look forward to the beauty of Dublin, the enchanting castles around the capital are sometimes almost forgotten. And yet there are exciting stories to discover here too. Get to know Malahide Castle, a real Irish fairytale castle, whose most impressive room is probably the Oak Room with its 500-year-old oak panelling. And while you’re there, take a stroll through the castle’s botanical gardens and fall in love with its intricate Victorian-style greenhouse.

Uncover secrets in a picturesque landscape in the Glendalough Valley. Wherever you turn, you will encounter St Kevin. The ruins of the village on Lower Lake date back to the time when he founded what would later become Ireland’s most famous monastic town. Even today, the walls of Reefert Church look out over the lake and the historic gravestones open a window into the past. The 33 metre high round tower, which once offered the monks protection in the event of attacks and still looks out over the valley today, is best visible from afar.

Dublin is primarily known for its spectacular historic buildings. Its numerous parks also tell many an exciting story. Picnic in the picturesque Iveagh Gardens, for example, or stroll past the backdrop of Dublin Castle through the Dubh Linn Gardens. It used to be dark where St Stephen’s Green is today. It was here that convicts were executed until the 18th century.

Experience nature

You will realise why Galway Bay is sung about in so many Irish songs when you walk along its beach at sunset and see the colours of the setting sun reflected in the sea.

The light is also part of the magic you experience in Connemara National Park. Here, on your 9-day round trip, you will immerse yourself in a wild landscape of moors and heath, dark lakes and majestic cliffs. Perhaps the most beautiful panorama in the park can be enjoyed from Diamond Hill.

Goosebumps await you when you reach the top of the Cliffs of Moher at Doolin. Here, you will be surrounded by the noisy flock of countless seabirds, a salty breeze and the feeling of suddenly being very small in the face of the gigantic cliffs. Would you like to savour this spectacular landscape to the full? Then follow the Cliffs Coastal Walk.

Ireland culinary treasures

Ireland’s cuisine is often seen in the tradition of poor people’s food. During your visit to Ireland, you will discover that this down-to-earth tradition can be very tasty and not at all poor. In addition to the famous Irish stew, it is mainly fish and seafood that has been tantalising the palate in recent times. Smoked wild salmon, oysters and lobster will win over even gourmets. Meat lovers can look forward to fine lamb and tender Angus beef. “Back to the roots, on the other hand, with soda bread, porridge, boxty, coddle and black pudding.

The authentic Ireland

With the hustle and bustle of Limerick’s Milk Market, you will find yourself in the centre of a very personal and authentic piece of Ireland. Where once only milk was traded, farmers now sell all their produce. It smells of delicious street food and you can browse between the stalls for regional arts and crafts and antiques.

You can discover the secret of Irish whiskey at Ireland’s oldest distillery. The Old Kilbeggan Distillery has been distilling many a fine drop since 1757. The professionals will tell you how it was made in the past and how it is made today and will even give you a taste.

Why can't I find any prices on geotoura.com?

We do not offer standardised packages. Your Geotoura trip is customised according to your wishes.

We make this possible thanks to our high level of expertise and in-depth knowledge of the country as well as our excellent network of partners. You can look forward to extraordinary experiences, charming boutique hotels and very special insider tips on site.

Geotoura stands for the perfect planning of your personalised dream trip. Your individual price will therefore only include what really enriches your holiday.

Compared to standard holidays, this price is competitive. You will usually receive the comprehensive holiday design within 24 hours on working days.

Highly personalised trips are our speciality and the pleasure you deserve.

The special moment ...
... when we were walking along the beach in Connemara, almost alone

Experiences
of our customers

July 2024
Anja S.
Germany
We were totally satisfied with the booking and organisation by Geotoura. Ireland itself inspired us, the selection of hotels was perfect, the food was delicious, and the tips were definitely well-founded. We thank you very much for the wonderful trip.
November 2022
Stefanie S.
Germany
Our trip to Ireland was great. We will definitely travel with Geotoura again. Everything was organised perfectly.
October 2023
Hans-Jürgen S.
Bavaria
We are very happy that we turned to Geotoura for our trip to Ireland: very friendly staff, individual planning, timely and comprehensive holiday documents, a completely carefree trip, everything was great! We would turn to Geotoura again for a trip put together individually for us.
August 2021
Ingo K.
Germany
My wife and I celebrated our golden wedding anniversary during our trip to Ireland. Geotoura had organised for a bottle of prosecco, strawberries, cake and wine to be waiting for us in our hotel room. We were very pleased with this.
July 2022
Gerhard M.
Germany
Ireland is worth a visit. You can see a stunning landscape and visit some excellently designed gardens, such as those at Lismore Castle. The people are friendly and helpful, and they are happy to make contact. It is a ‘young’ country. The pubs and the local culture alone are worth a visit. Dublin is a vibrant and very lively city that has a lot to offer: culture of all kinds, and above all many museums.
May 2022
Dr. Thomas H.
Germany
Very good information material in advance, lots of travel information on places of interest and gastronomy, good organisation of rental cars, flights and hotels. We would definitely travel with Geotoura again.
August 2024
Prof. Dr. Markus F.
Switzerland
We are completely satisfied with Geotoura - this is already our third trip with this provider. Everything is perfect: competent and friendly telephone advice, patient attention to our special requests, careful hotel selection, perfect travel documents, everything delivered on time, and the Portugal trip itself fully met our expectations. Well done!
June 2024
Tobias L.
Germany
When we plan a trip with Geotoura, we can count on relaxed and empathetic people who listen to us and then put together a dream route. Thank you Geotoura for our wonderful trip through northern Spain along the Camino France.
July 2024
Janine V.
Switzerland
The Apulia trip which was organised by Geotoura, was super. Every wish was fulfilled, the hotels were perfectly chosen, the documents provided were very helpful – it couldn't have been better.
July 2024
Iris R.
Germany
That was my first organised round trip. The destination was Sicily. Geotoura chose a great selection of cities and hotels for me. Each hotel had its own charm. I would always use Geotoura again to plan a trip.

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