Irish history, music, and stunning locations - experience these and much more with cousins Davy Holden and Keith O Brien.
From gripping Revolutionary history to local music and sites off the beaten track, this week-long tour is a truly incredible way to explore Ireland. Visiting Kilkenny, Tipperary, Cork, Kerry, Galway, and Dublin, this will be a visit to Ireland like no other.
Davy Holden, from south Kilkenny, is Ireland's best known online creator of Irish history content, with a combined 800,000 followers across his social media platforms. With appearances on Irish and American television, Davy has taught history throughout Ireland and the United States, and brings Irish history to life with his captivating content.
Keith O Brien is a top class Irish musician and fluent Irish speaker from Kilkenny City. He is best known as a member of Ireland's acclaimed Irish language band, Seo Linn, and has established himself as a solo artist with modern Irish folk music.
This tour is designed for those who want to experience the very best of Ireland’s culture, history, music, and traditions. Guests will visit some of the most important locations in Irish history, including the site where the great Michael Collins’ was shot and killed, the infamous Kilmainham Gaol, as well as the best historical walking tours Ireland has to offer. Visit the final departure port of the Titanic in Cork, and the epic Titanic Museum Experience. Stand under the shadow of an ancient Irish dolmen, older than the pyramids of Giza, and discover the Irish origins of Halloween, one of the world’s most celebrated festivals. Stay in luxurious hotels and experience live music throughout the tour, including special shows featuring both Davy and Keith.
Having grown up together in Kilkenny, Davy and Keith have spent their lives immersed in Irish culture. Together, they have travelled the world sharing their passions - Davy through Irish history and Keith through Irish music and the Irish language.
Now you can join the two lads for a week of great craic, unforgettable stories, breathtaking scenery, incredible music, and the chance to make lifelong friends - all while exploring the very best Ireland has to offer.
7 nights of luxury accommodation in Dublin, Kilkenny, Dingle, Cobh & Galway.
Entertainment by your hosts.
Hearty full Irish breakfast served daily.
Private luxury coach with your own local driver for comfort and ease.
Daily sightseeing and attractions.
Dedicated DOC’S representative delivering unmatched concierge service every step of the way.
Dinner on the arrival evening at the hotel.
Group dinner on October 13th
Group dinner in Dublin on october 16th
Custom welcome gift to commemorate the trip
Airfare is not included in the quoted price of the tour package. Guests are responsible for making their own flight arrangements.
We strongly recommend that all guests purchase comprehensive travel insurance to protect against unforeseen circumstances such as trip cancellations, delays, lost luggage, or medical emergencies while
Upon arrival in Dublin, guests will be greeted by their private driver in the arrivals hall before boarding a luxury tour coach.
Travel to Kilkenny for a unique walking tour with Davy and Keith through the medieval city. Group dinner at Kyteler’s Inn, followed by a private evening gig with Davy and Keith in the Hole in the Wall.
Accommodation - Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel.
Meals - Group dinner in Kytelers Inn.
Attractions - Kilkenny Walking Tour with Davy & Keith.
Entertainment - Private Gig in Hole in the Wall.
After breakfast, check out and depart Kilkenny for Cork City.
Visit the Rock of Cashel before continuing to Cobh for the Titanic Museum Experience. Check into the
Accommodation - The Commodore Hotel, Cobh.
Meals - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant.
Attractions - Rock of Cashel Guided Tour, Titanic Museum Tour.
Entertainment - Trad Session in Cobh.
Checkout and depart after breakfast and visit the Béal na Bláth memorial site, followed by the Kilmichael Ambush Site.
Continue to Macroom for lunch, then drive via Killarney with a short shopping stop if time allows.
In the afternoon, travel on to Dingle, arriving later in the day. Enjoy traditional Irish dancers in the evening and overnight stay in Dingle.
Accommodation - Dingle Skellig Hotel.
Meals - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant, Lunch in Macroom (TBC)
Attractions - Kilmichael Ambush Site, Béal na Bláth.
The Site where the great Michael Collins was shot and killed.
Entertainment - Music & dance at the Dingle Pub.
After breakfast, explore the Dingle Peninsula including Kilmalkedar Church, Riasc Monastic Settlement, and the beehive huts experience. Conclude the day at Dunquin Viewpoint at sunset, followed by drinks in and dinner at Paidi O' Sé's.
Meals - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Dinner at Paidi O' Sé's.
Attractions - Kilmalkedar Church, Riasc Monastic Settlement, Feed Baby Lambs, Dunquin Viewpoint
Accommodation - Dingle Skellig Hotel.
Checkout and depart Dingle (9:00 AM) bound for Galway, with a stop in Adare village for lunch at Chawke's Bar.
Continue to Poulnabrone Dolmen for a talk on the origins of Halloween and the history of Dolmens.
Arrive in Galway, check in at the Harbour Hotel, then enjoy night #1 of DOC'S Wild Atlantic Music Festival.
Meals - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Lunch at Chawke's Bar, Adare
(Lunch Not Included)
Attractions - Poulnabrone Dolmen and history talk.
Accommodation - Harbour Hotel, Galway
Entertainment - DOC'S Wild Atlantic Music Festival.
Enjoy an Irish Language Workshop with Davy & Keith this morning, followed by day 2 of DOC'S Wild Atlantic Music Festival.
Meal - Breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
Accommodation - Harbour Hotel, Galway
Attractions - Irish Language Workshop with Davy and Keith.
Entertainment - DOC'S Wild Atlantic Music festival.
Checkout and depart Galway after breakfast, bound for Dublin City.
Upon arrival in Dublin, guests will have a Revolutionary Walking Tour with Lorcan Collins followed by Kilmainham Gaol.
Meal - Breakfast at the hotel restaurant. Group Farewell Dinner at The Ashling.
Accommodation - Ashling Hotel, Dublin City.
Attractions - Revolutionary Walking Tour with Lorcan Collins and Kilmainham Gaol.
Entertainment - Music & Entertainment in the Celt Bar.
Depart for Dublin Airport to catch your return flight.
Meal - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant before check out.
Departure - TBC
Flight Departure - TBC
