Experience the Magic of Ireland – April 11–20, 2026
Music, Culture, Craic & Coastlines – A Journey You’ll Never Forget!
Join Ian & Paul for an unforgettable 8-night journey across Ireland, where music, culture, and stunning landscapes come together to create the ultimate bucket list experience. From traditional pub sessions to breathtaking natural wonders, this tour is designed to immerse you in the very best of Irish hospitality and heritage, all from the comfort of luxury accommodations and private transportation.
Tour Highlights:
Visit Dublin, Kilkenny, Killarney, Dingle, Lahinch, Galway & Inishmore
Live music nightly, including sessions at Matt the Miller's, Tatler Jack and a world-class performance by David Geaney
Entry to Guinness Storehouse, Kilkenny Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Kylemore Abbey, and more
Scenic drives through the Ring of Kerry, Slea Head, The Burren, and a ferry trip to the Aran Islands
A traditional Bodhrán drum workshop and plenty of authentic Irish craic
Culminates with the DOC’S Music Festival in Galway and the Irish House Party finale in Dublin
Tour Includes:
8 nights of hand-picked accommodation, including the Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel, Killarney Plaza, Dingle Skellig, and Leonardo Hotel Dublin
Daily breakfast & select group dinners
Private luxury coach with driver-guide
Full itinerary of cultural, historical, and musical experiences
Exclusive access to DOC’S signature Irish experiences and local talent
Whether you’re a music lover, a culture buff, or simply craving a great time in great company, this tour has it all. Limited spots available, so secure your place and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime.
8 nights of luxury 4* accommodation in Kilkenny, Galway, Killarney, Dingle, Lahinch, and Dublin City.
Full Irish breakfast each morning.
Daily scenic touring and excursions.
Entertainment by your hosts and other great Irish performers.
Luxury ground transportation with a local driver will be provided during the tour.
DOC’s representative is on call to provide unrivaled concierge service throughout your stay.
Airfare is not included in the quoted price.
Guests are encouraged to purchase trip insurance to safeguard against cancellations, delays, or other unforeseen disruptions.
Depart the United States and fly through the night and wake in Dublin.
Early versus late arrivals itinerary shared on the group chat.
The group will arrive at Dublin Airport this morning and be greeted by their private driver in the arrival hall.
Board a luxury bus and drive to Dublin City. This afternoon, the group will be driven to Kilkenny City. The group will gather for a session at Matt the Miller’s tonight.
Meals - Group dinner at the Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel (5:30 pm).
Attractions - Guinness Storehouse (1:00 pm)
Entertainment - Matt the Miller for a performance by Gould & Jaeger (6:30 pm).
Accommodation - Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel.
The group will check out at 9:30 am before visiting Kilkenny Castle.
Depart for Killarney at 11:30 am.
Meals - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant (8:00 am)
Attractions - Kilkenny Castle (10:30 am)
Entertainment - Kerry Whiskey Experience @ The Piano Bar, Killarney Plaza Hotel (meeting time @ 4:45 pm and tasting starts @ 5:00 pm)
Accommodation - Killarney Plaza Hotel.
The group will set off on a day trip around the Ring of Kerry at 9:00 am, with many attractions along the way.
Meals - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant (8:00 am)
Tatler Jack dinner - 6:00 pm (Not included - Prefix €30 per guest)
Attractions - Kerry Bog Village (9:30 am), sheepdog demonstration (11:00am), and a boat trip to the Skellig Islands (12:30 pm), Molls Gap.
Entertainment - Music session in Tatler Jack this evening after dinner (8:00 pm).
Accommodation - Killarney Plaza Hotel.
The group will check out and drive west to the Dingle Peninsula (10:30 am)
Meals - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant (9:00 am)
Attraction: Dingle Peninsula.
Accommodation - Dingle Skellig Hotel.
Entertainment - Live music in The Dingle pub (8:00 pm)
The group will depart Dingle bound for Lahinch, Co. Clare at 9:00 am.
Meals
Breakfast in the hotel restaurant (8:00 am)
Dinner in the Lahinch Coast Hotel (6:00 pm)
Attractions - Cliffs of Moher (12:30 pm), Bodhran Workshop (7:00 pm)
Accommodation - Lahinch Coast Hotel.
Entertainment - Post workshop session in the Lahinch Coast Hotel Bar (8:30 pm)
Guests depart Lahinch at 8:00 am, are driven to Rosaveel, and take a ferry to Inishmore.
Meals - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant (7:00 am)
Attractions - Aran Islands (10:30 am) Return (5:00 pm)
Accommodation - Flannery’s Hotel, Galway.
The group will depart Galway City at 7:45 am and set off on the Conemarra Loop.
Meals - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant (7:00 am)
Lunch in An Pucan (12:30 pm)
Attractions - Kylemore Abbey (9:00 am) and Clifden Castle (11:00 am)
Entertainment - Attend DOC’S Music Festival at The Quays (2:00 pm)
Gould & Jaeger perform at 4:15 pm.
Accommodation - Flannery’s Hotel, Galway.
Guests will check out and will be driven to Dublin City at 12:00 pm with a stop at Ireland's Oldest Pub "Sean's Bar"
Meals - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant (9:00 am)
Dinner at the Irish House Party (6:30 pm)
Entertainment - Irish House Party Music & Dance Show (6:30 pm).
Accommodation - Leonardo Hotel, Dublin City.
The group will be driven to Dublin Airport for their flight home (8:30 am)
Meals - Breakfast in the hotel restaurant (7:00 am)
