North and West Ireland: Grand Tour

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22 September - 2 October 2027 Northwest (11 days)

Maximum 7 Members per tour

Grand Tour of North and West Ireland: An Enchanting Journey with Jona Tours 

Experience the untamed beauty of North and North West Ireland with our immersive Grand Tour, exploring iconic regions such as County Meath, Belfast, the Glens of Antrim, the Giant’s Causeway, Derry, Donegal, Sligo, Mayo, Achill Island, and Connemara. This carefully crafted journey reveals Ireland’s rich heritage, dramatic landscapes, and enduring traditions.

Your expert guide, David—affectionately known as “the travelling bard”—brings over 35 years of experience, blending his Irish and French heritage with a passion for storytelling. His unique insight and personal approach will take you beyond the guidebooks, uncovering Ireland’s hidden gems, legends, and living culture.

Begin your adventure in Dublin and journey into the ancient heartlands of County Meath, home to sacred sites and early royal history. Continue north into Northern Ireland, discovering Belfast’s vibrant past and present, before following one of the most scenic coastal routes in Europe through the Glens of Antrim to the spectacular Giant’s Causeway.

Explore the historic walled city of Derry before venturing into the wild and rugged landscapes of County Donegal, where soaring cliffs, remote peninsulas, and Gaelic traditions define the region. Travel onward through Sligo’s poetic landscapes and into the west, where the beauty of Clew Bay, Achill Island, and the Atlantic coastline awaits.

Experience the remote charm of Clare Island, delve into the rich folklore of Mayo, and discover the breathtaking scenery of Connemara, with its mountains, lakes, and traditional Irish-speaking communities. Your journey concludes as you return eastward, enriched by the stories, landscapes, and spirit of Ireland.

Throughout the tour, you will enjoy carefully selected accommodation, excellent local cuisine, and authentic cultural experiences. With a small group setting, this tour offers flexibility, comfort, and a deeper connection to the places you visit.

Perfect for travellers seeking something truly special, this tour invites you to experience Ireland at its most wild, authentic, and unforgettable.

2027 TOUR PRICE
£4,276 Per person  based on two people sharing a room
Single Occupancy - £4,866

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:

Transport, Accommodation and Meals:
—Return flights to Dublin from your nearest UK airport if possible
—Private transfers from and to Dublin Airport
—10 nights in en-suite rooms in hotels and guest houses
—Full board 10 full Irish breakfasts, 10 lunches, 10 three course evening meals
—Private bus with personal driver/guide.

All excursions, visits and entrance fees:
-Guided walking tour of Dublin (depending on arrival time)
-Visit to Trim and its historic Anglo-Norman castle
-Exploration of the Hill of Tara, ancient seat of the High Kings of Ireland
-Entry to Brú na Bóinne (UNESCO site) including passage tombs
-Visit to Monasterboice and its famous Celtic high crosses
-Guided visit of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
-Panoramic tour of Belfast including key landmarks and murals
-Entry to the Ulster Museum
-Visit to Titanic Belfast experience
-Scenic coastal drive through the Glens of Antrim
-Photo stops along the Causeway Coastal Route
-Visit to the Giant’s Causeway (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
-Guided walking tour of Derry / Londonderry city walls and historic centre
-Visit to the Guildhall
-Excursion into County Donegal
-Visit to Grianan of Aileach ring fort
-Exploration of the Inishowen Peninsula and Malin Head
-Entry to Glenveagh National Park and Castle
-Visit to Slieve League Cliffs (among the highest sea cliffs in Europe)
-Stop at a traditional Donegal tweed workshop
-Visit to Creevykeel court tomb
-Scenic stops in Yeats Country (Sligo)
-Visit to Parkes Castle
-Entry to the National Museum of Country Life
-Scenic drive around Clew Bay
-Excursion to Achill Island including Keem Beach
-Free time in Westport town
-Ferry crossing to Clare Island
-Guided visit of Grace O’Malley’s Castle
-Visit to Clare Island Abbey
-Local tasting experience (e.g. whiskey or regional produce)
-Scenic drive through Doolough Valley
-Visit to Kylemore Abbey and Victorian gardens
-Exploration of Connemara landscapes
-Visit to Cong village and historic sites