Private Driver | Ireland Family Adventure

Welcome to Dublin, Ireland’s lively capital! Join a Vintage Tea Tour for a truly unique travel experience. Afternoon tea is a cherished ritual dating back to the 1840s, but this is afternoon tea the Irish way. Board a vintage bus in historic Temple Bar and take in the sights of the city while enjoying 1950s Jazz, stories from your host and a range of delicious delicacies. 

Nowhere better symbolizes all that is great about County Kildare, the beating heart of Ireland's horse industry, than a visit to the National Stud in Tully. A place of outstanding natural beauty that is home to some of the most magnificent horses and sumptuous gardens. Continue on to Kilkenny where you will enjoy a unique experience learning about and trying out the 3000-year-old game of Hurling. Test your skills in what's believed to be one of the fastest field sports around. End the experience with a bowl of tasty Irish stew.

Join a local specialist this morning and discover the magic of this Medieval City. Why are Kilkenny people called cats? All will be revealed. Next to Blarney Castle to climb the steps to the very top to kiss the famous Blarney Stone and get the gift of gab. And don't forget to explore the mystical grounds, gardens, and Rock Close. End your day in Killarney, renowned for its lively pubs and open, cheerful atmosphere, full of what the Irish call "craic"!

Wind ‘round the beautiful Iveragh Peninsula, better known as "The Ring of Kerry." Take in views of mountains, valleys, lakes, and sea as you travel through this unspoiled land that has inspired artists and poets for centuries. Your chauffeur will take you through some of the little towns along the route to dive even deeper into this magical destination. After your drive, visit Muckross Farm for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, Enjoy three working farms, a small farm animal petting area, a carpenter’s workshop and blacksmith’s forge.

Heading north, stop at the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. See this natural phenomenon from a different perspective aboard a cruise along the 5-mile shoreline. Gaze up at the sheer, craggy cliff face, rising 700 feet above you. Back on dry land, continue to the majestic Ashford Castle, a place full of stories waiting to be told. Set alongside the glistening waters of Lough Corrib, Ashford dates back to 1228. It became the home of the Guinness family in the mid 1800's. This is your chance to live like royalty and join the ranks of guests that have included Princes and Presidents.

After a luxuriant breakfast, you’re free to wander the grounds as you wish, or perhaps indulge in the ancient art of falconry and discover the fascinating story behind this tradition while being enthralled by the resident birds of prey. If it is culinary indulgence you’d prefer, reserve your place for Afternoon Tea or dine in the Dungeon. Now that you’ve joined the ranks of guests that have included Princes and Presidents, it’s your turn to live like royalty, as leisurely or as active as you please.

Before leaving Ashford’s magnificent Estate, make time to say hello to the castle’s famous dogs. Travel back to Dublin. Take an exhilarating Rib Boat tour of Dublin Bay. Feel the thrill of the sea as you glide through the UNESCO Biosphere, passing historic Martello Towers, charming Dalkey Island, and elegant seaside homes. This is a fresh and fun way to see Dublin; from the water up. 

It's time to say slán abhaile to these magical lands and head for home with your cherished memories.