Join Irish-American musicians Johnny Cuomo and Patrick Mangan for their very first Ireland Music Tour—an 8-day journey filled with music, culture, and unforgettable experiences along Ireland’s stunning west coast.

This small-group tour brings you deep into the heart of the Emerald Isle—from the soaring cliffs of Donegal to the lively streets of Galway—blending breathtaking sights with rich musical traditions. Along the way, you'll enjoy authentic pub sessions, castle visits, coastal drives, and a final celebration at the DOC’S Wild Atlantic Music Festival.

Whether you’re a music lover, a cultural explorer, or just craving a magical Irish adventure, this tour was made for you.

Tour Highlights

• Explore Slieve League Cliffs, Achill Island, Clifden Castle, and the Ring of Kerry

• Visit cultural gems like Bunratty Castle, the Galway City Museum, and more

• Enjoy an interactive bodhrán drumming workshop in Lahinch

• Soak in live music at iconic pubs like Matt Molloy’s and Tatler Jack

• End the week at the DOC’S Wild Atlantic Music Festival in Galway featuring incredible Irish artists.

Accommodations

• The Abbey Hotel, Donegal

• The Mariner Hotel, Westport

• Towers Hotel, Killarney

• The Lahinch Coast Hotel, Lahinch

• Flannery's Hotel, Galway

Excursions

• Slieve League Cliffs

• Benbulbin Loop & Achill Island

• Bunratty Castle & Killarney Brewery

• Kerry Bog Village, Sheepdog demonstration, Valentia Island, and Molls Gap.

• Cliffs of Moher and Bodhran workshop

• Galway City Museum

• Clifden Castle

Welcome to Ireland! Upon arrival in Dublin, guests will be greeted by their private driver before traveling northwest to the charming coastal town of Donegal. The afternoon features one of Ireland’s most spectacular cliff landscapes.

Accommodation: The Abbey Hotel, Donegal Town

Meal:

• Group Dinner at The Abbey Hotel – 6:30 pm

Attraction:

• Slieve League Cliffs – 3:00 pm

Depart Donegal and journey south toward Westport, enjoying some of Ireland’s most iconic coastal and mountain scenery along the way.

Accommodation: The Mariner Hotel, Westport
Meal: Breakfast in the hotel restaurant

Attractions:

• Benbulbin (Benbulbin Loop)

• Achill Island

Entertainment:

• Evening Trad Session at Matt Molloy's – 8:00 pm

Travel south toward Killarney with a stop at one of Ireland’s best-preserved medieval castles before enjoying an evening whiskey experience.

Accommodation: Towers Hotel, Killarney
Meal: Breakfast in the hotel restaurant

Attraction:

• Bunratty Castle – 11:00 am

Entertainment:

• Kerry Whiskey Experience @ The Piano Bar, Killarney Plaza Hotel (meeting time @ 5:45 pm and tasting starts @ 6:00 pm)

Today showcases the beauty of the Ring of Kerry with traditional heritage stops and spectacular mountain passes.

Accommodation: Towers Hotel, Killarney
Meals:

• Breakfast in the hotel restaurant

• Dinner at Tatler Jack – 7:00 pm

Attractions:

• Kerry Bog Village – 10:00 am

• Sheepdog Demonstration – 11:00 am

• Clonmacnoise Viewpoint

• Moll's Gap

Entertainment:

• Traditional Pub Dinner & Music at Tatler Jack – 8:00 pm

Depart Killarney and travel north toward Lahinch, exploring one of Ireland’s most famous natural wonders and enjoying traditional Irish music.

Accommodation: The Lahinch Coast Hotel, Lahinch
Meals:

• Breakfast in the hotel restaurant

• Dinner at Lahinch Coast Hotel – 7:30 PM

Attractions:

• Cliffs of Moher – 1:00 pm

• Bodhrán Workshop – 8:30 pm

Entertainment:

• Traditional Music Session at Gus O’Connor’s– 4:00 pm

• Post-Workshop Music Session at Lahinch Coast Hotel - 9:00 PM

Travel north to vibrant Galway City, known for its medieval streets and lively arts scene.

Accommodation: Flannery’s Hotel, Galway
Meal: Breakfast in the hotel restaurant

Attractions:

• Galway City Museum – 12:00 pm

Explore the romantic landscapes of Connemara before celebrating at a live music festival in Galway.

Accommodation: Flannery’s Hotel, Galway
Meal:

• Breakfast in the hotel restaurant

• Lunch at M. Fitzgerald’s – 1:00 pm

Attraction:

• Clifden Castle – 10:00 am

Entertainment:

• DOC’S Atlantic Music Festival at The Quays Bar Galway - 2:00 pm

After breakfast, transfer to Dublin Airport for your onward journey home, bringing unforgettable memories of Ireland’s landscapes, history, and music.

Meal: Breakfast in the hotel restaurant
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Flight Departure: TBC