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Sober Curious | Ireland in a Week | Summer | 2025

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Operated by Contiki
Tripcode: BBIRS20
Overview
Destination:
Ireland
Northern Ireland
Start:Dublin, Ireland
Finish:Dublin, Ireland
Duration:8 days
Type:Group tour (max 45)
Travel Period
August 2025 - August 2025
Wanna discover Ireland beyond the pubs? Then this 8-day trip for the sober curious is just what you need. Visiting historical Galway, gazing out from the Cliffs of Moher, puckering up for the Blarney stone are standard. But exploring the sights of Kilkenny by bike, seeing Giant’s Causeway, yoga and lunch at a barn and meet shepherds (and sheep dogs) in Derry? Well, now we’re talking.
Standard inclusions
  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 7 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Lunch (L)
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Dublin
Céad míle fáilte AKA one hundred thousand welcomes, is what you get in this city packed with heritage and character. We'll kick off with delicious welcome dinner together then head out for a stroll around town.
Dublin to Clonmel via County Wexford and Kilkenny
That's us done with Dublin…for now. But fear not Dub-lovers, we'll get another taste of this fine place before our trip comes to an end.  It’s been a few days of city hustle & bustle. But now it’s time to relax. Join us for a gentle yoga class before we grab lunch at a beautiful folklorish barn (with fairy lights and all…).  One bicycle ride in this city, and you’ll be wishing you had Irish blood! We’ll explore the castle, a cathedral and take in all of the medieval charm that Kilkenny has to offer before we hit the road again. Guess what? Dinner’s on us tonight. And later in the evening, we’ll head off into town together and explore the cute little town of Clonmel.
Clonmel to Galway via Blarney and Cliffs of Moher
Clonmel, it's been fun, but we have to leave you now. Tonight, we're off to an Irish city that was propelled into the pop culture stratosphere by none other than Ed Sheeran. Anyone wanna guess where? Irish folklore tells us there's a chunk of limestone built into a castle that grants its kissers the gift of the gab. Pucker up kids, we're paying her a visit! Whether heights are your cup of Irish Breakfast or not, these impressive cliff faces are not to be missed! From the moment we arrive in Galway, you'll understand why 2 nights were needed here. Everything you've dreamed Ireland to be is tucked into this small, atmospheric city. We'll wander through the streets of Galway, soaking up every bit of this magical city and even grab a bite to eat on the way.
Galway
Try your tongue at some Gaelic and carry on exploring gorgeous Galway. Or, if you hear the call of the wild, you can sign yourself up to a ferry ride to Aran Islands in summer where you can dance around with horses and take a bike ride around the picturesque farms, or head up to Dún Aonghasa (the ruins of a prehistoric fortress) - make sure you take photos, this area is not for the faint-hearted! Irish life, you so sweet.
Galway to Derry/Londonderry
Goodbye Galway, hello more Irish eye-candy. Here the 17th century walls stand at 8 metres high speaking of times gone by when this area was in battle. Times may have changed, but we're still keen to soak up the history and learn a thing or two from our wise Local Guide. What next? You can choose to meet a 4th generation shepherd at his farm for a rural Irish experience. Or even choose to head out for a Bogside walking tour. This day is as Irish as it gets!
Derry/Londonderry to Belfast
Today we've got a one way ticket to Belfast and a whole lot more exploration to do. UNESCO World Heritage site of the Giant’s Causeway - also known as those giant rock columns you've probably drooled over on Pinterest, needs to be seen to be believed. Get those hashtags ready, a snap with the group is essential on the mind-blowing natural formation. Next up - we'll arrive in Belfast. Concluding the day will be a driving tour and an optional trip to the Titanic museum where the world's most famous ship was built.
Belfast to Dublin
With one night left in Ireland and on tour, we're on the fast track to Dublin where our Irish fairytale first began. A promise is a promise. Here we are back in the city that started our Ireland infatuations. You’ve got a free afternoon to explore every nook & cranny of this cosy, cosy city. And if you wanna finish off with a bang, there’s a traditional Irish dinner waiting just waiting to be devoured.
End Dublin
We leave Ireland today with leprechauns in our hearts and memories in our souls. Say goodbye at breakfast as it will be the last bite our crew has together.
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