8-Nights Shrines of Ireland - Faith from $3,299
Collette
OFFER ID 1706795
From the revered Marian Shrine of Knock to the ancient monastic ruins of Glendalough and Clonmacnoise, this faith-filled journey invites you to connect with Ireland’s enduring spiritual heritage, layered history, and welcoming culture. Along the way, experience moments of reflection in historic cathedrals, enjoy traditional music, and encounter the warmth of Irish hospitality. Thoughtfully designed to inspire and renew, this tour blends sacred sites with meaningful cultural experiences that speak to both the heart and the soul.
8 nights from $3,299 per person
Itinerary Details
Day 1 Overnight Flight
From the famed Cliffs of Moher to the Marian Shrine of Knock, discover the spiritually revered sites of the Emerald Isle. Experience Ireland's religious heritage, rich history, and natural beauty.
Day 2 Dublin, Ireland
Arrive in the “Fair City” of Dublin, Ireland’s historic capital city. As arrival times will vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing today. Spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for an evening of traditional Irish music and local cuisine.(D)
Day 3 Dublin
Today, enjoy a panoramic tour of Dublin, followed by a prayer service and guided tour of Christ Church Cathedral, one of Ireland’s most historic medieval churches. What follows is an afternoon to discover Dublin’s charms on your own.(B)
Day 4 Dublin - Glendalough - Kilkenny - Waterford
Begin the day amid the tranquil beauty of Glendalough, where ancient monastic ruins lie nestled between two lakes. Surrounded by Wicklow’s dramatic landscapes, explore this sacred valley founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Continue to Kilkenny, stepping back in time in this medieval town on the River Nore, rich in history and charm, before traveling to Waterford for your overnight stay. Join your fellow travelers for dinner at the hotel.(B, D)
Day 5 Waterford - Blarney Stone - Killarney
Begin the day with a guided walking tour of Waterford with a local guide, followed by mass at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity. Then, travel onward to historic Blarney Castle, where legend promises the gift of eloquence to those who kiss the famous Blarney Stone after navigating its 128 narrow steps to the top. Cross into County Kerry and continue to charming Killarney.(B, D)
Day 6 Killarney - Dingle - Killarney
Travel along Slea Head Drive to experience the wild beauty of the Dingle Peninsula. Enjoy a sheepdog trial and visit ancient Beehive Huts, learning their significance as early monastic dwellings, with time for a sheepdog demonstration on a traditional Irish Farm. Continue to Dingle for free time to enjoy lunch, then join your Tour Manager for a guided walk to An Diseart, a serene spiritual center rooted in the town’s cultural heritage. Later, depart for Killarney, reflecting on a day rich in landscape, tradition, and history. The night is free for reminiscing about the day as you find your own authentic taste of Irish culture.(B)
Day 7 Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - Limerick
Today brings you to the dramatic, 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher for cinematic views of the mighty Atlantic. Continue to Limerick, where a panoramic city tour showcases King John's Castle and the Treaty Stone. Delve into the fascinating history of the "city of the violated treaty." This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner.(B, D)
Day 8 Limerick - Knock Shrine - Limerick
Depart Limerick this morning, traveling north through Ireland’s heartland toward one of the nations most revered pilgrimage sites. Arrive at Knock Shrine,* a place of profound spiritual significance where the Marian apparition of 1879 has drawn pilgrims for generations. Spend meaningful time exploring the shrine complex, reflecting in the basilica, chapel, and peaceful grounds dedicated to prayer and healing. This evening, reunite in Limerick for dinner, sharing reflections on a day rich in faith, heritage, and Irish devotion.(B, D)
Day 9 Limerick - Clonmacnoise - Kingscourt
Today’s journey brings you to Clonmacnoise, the remarkable early Christian monastic site founded by St. Ciaran, where round towers, high crosses, and ruined churches tell the story of Ireland’s spiritual and scholarly past. Walk among these evocative remains beside the River Shannon before continuing onward to an overnight stay on the stately grounds of Cabra Castle, where you toast the end of a memorable trip during an elegant dinner.(B, D)
Day 10 Kingscourt - Tour Ends
Your journey ends in Kingscourt.(B)
Day 1 Overnight Flight
From the famed Cliffs of Moher to the Marian Shrine of Knock, discover the spiritually revered sites of the Emerald Isle. Experience Ireland's religious heritage, rich history, and natural beauty.
Day 2 Dublin, Ireland
Arrive in the “Fair City” of Dublin, Ireland’s historic capital city. As arrival times will vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing today. Spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for an evening of traditional Irish music and local cuisine.(D)
Day 3 Dublin
Today, enjoy a panoramic tour of Dublin, followed by a prayer service and guided tour of Christ Church Cathedral, one of Ireland’s most historic medieval churches. What follows is an afternoon to discover Dublin’s charms on your own.(B)
Day 4 Dublin - Glendalough - Kilkenny - Waterford
Begin the day amid the tranquil beauty of Glendalough, where ancient monastic ruins lie nestled between two lakes. Surrounded by Wicklow’s dramatic landscapes, explore this sacred valley founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Continue to Kilkenny, stepping back in time in this medieval town on the River Nore, rich in history and charm, before traveling to Waterford for your overnight stay. Join your fellow travelers for dinner at the hotel.(B, D)
Day 5 Waterford - Blarney Stone - Killarney
Begin the day with a guided walking tour of Waterford with a local guide, followed by mass at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity. Then, travel onward to historic Blarney Castle, where legend promises the gift of eloquence to those who kiss the famous Blarney Stone after navigating its 128 narrow steps to the top. Cross into County Kerry and continue to charming Killarney.(B, D)
Day 6 Killarney - Dingle - Killarney
Travel along Slea Head Drive to experience the wild beauty of the Dingle Peninsula. Enjoy a sheepdog trial and visit ancient Beehive Huts, learning their significance as early monastic dwellings, with time for a sheepdog demonstration on a traditional Irish Farm. Continue to Dingle for free time to enjoy lunch, then join your Tour Manager for a guided walk to An Diseart, a serene spiritual center rooted in the town’s cultural heritage. Later, depart for Killarney, reflecting on a day rich in landscape, tradition, and history. The night is free for reminiscing about the day as you find your own authentic taste of Irish culture.(B)
Day 7 Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - Limerick
Today brings you to the dramatic, 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher for cinematic views of the mighty Atlantic. Continue to Limerick, where a panoramic city tour showcases King John's Castle and the Treaty Stone. Delve into the fascinating history of the "city of the violated treaty." This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner.(B, D)
Day 8 Limerick - Knock Shrine - Limerick
Depart Limerick this morning, traveling north through Ireland’s heartland toward one of the nations most revered pilgrimage sites. Arrive at Knock Shrine,* a place of profound spiritual significance where the Marian apparition of 1879 has drawn pilgrims for generations. Spend meaningful time exploring the shrine complex, reflecting in the basilica, chapel, and peaceful grounds dedicated to prayer and healing. This evening, reunite in Limerick for dinner, sharing reflections on a day rich in faith, heritage, and Irish devotion.(B, D)
Day 9 Limerick - Clonmacnoise - Kingscourt
Today’s journey brings you to Clonmacnoise, the remarkable early Christian monastic site founded by St. Ciaran, where round towers, high crosses, and ruined churches tell the story of Ireland’s spiritual and scholarly past. Walk among these evocative remains beside the River Shannon before continuing onward to an overnight stay on the stately grounds of Cabra Castle, where you toast the end of a memorable trip during an elegant dinner.(B, D)
Day 10 Kingscourt - Tour Ends
Your journey ends in Kingscourt.(B)
To-day Limerick is a proud, progressive and thriving City with a charter older than that of London. Its castles, ancient walls and museums are testament to its dramatic past. Particularly worth viewing is Limerick's Emblem 'the Treaty Stone" and King John's Castle in its Heritage precinct as well as the magnificent Hunt Museum in Limerick's Custom House. This museum houses an internationally important collection of some 2,000 original works including pieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Renoir and Picasso.
Limerick City is the Capital of the Shannon Region and is an excellent centre for shopping. It is also rapidly building a reputation for dining and the City has its own 'Good Food Circle' of restaurants. The City is also considered to be the sporting capital of Ireland with excellent facilities and passionate followers of all sporting activities. Limerick is an excellent holiday base, is just 30 minutes from Shannon Airport, and less than 20 minutes from attractions such as world-famous Bunratty Castle and Folk Park.
Excursions
Waterford Shore Excursion- Waterford and Kilkenny Tour - Full Day Tour
Waterford Shore Excursion- Waterford and Kilkenny Tour - Full Day Tour
Travel to Kilkenny. Kilkenny City, situated along the banks of the River Nore, is considered the medieval capital of Ireland because of its remarkable collection of well-preserved castles, churches, public buildings, streets, and lanes Enjoy tea, coffee, scones on arrival. Visit Kilkenny
Castle which stands majestically beside the River Nore on the south side of the city.Visit the Kilkenny Design Centre which is located directly across the road from the Castle and is the centre for many of Ireland’s most famous crafts people.Continue then on to the beautiful Mount Juliet Estate. Here you will enjoy wander around the Estate and lunch in golf club in Mount Juliet. Return to the pier in Waterford the afternoon.
Inclusions
- Private Driver Guide
- Tea, coffee, scones on arrival in Kilkenny
- Entrance to Kilkenny Castle
- Entrance to Kilkenny Design Centre
- Lunch in Mount Juliet Estate
Waterford’s Fine Houses – full day tour
Waterford’s Fine Houses – full day tour
Leaving Waterford this morning we travel through the rich pastures of County Waterford and head for Lismore to visit Lismore Castle Gardens. The castle, which was originally built in 1185 is now the Irish home of the Duke of Devonshire. While Lismore Castle itself is not open to the public, the beautiful and lovingly maintained public gardens are, as is the west wing of the Castle which houses a wonderful contemporary art gallery. The gardens are said to be the oldest continually cultivated gardens in Ireland and they offer spectacular views of both Lismore Castle and the surrounding countryside of the Blackwater valley.
Leaving Lismore we visit nearby Cappoquin House, which is an eighteenth century mansion built on the site of an old Fitzgerald Castle overlooking the River Blackwater. It was designed by the Cork architect, Abraham Hargreave. The Keane family have lived here for the last 300 years. It is little changed from the handsome building completed in 1779. In the house are many reminders of the Afghan war of 1839 in which General Sir John Keane later created Lord Keane of Ghuznee and Cappoquin played an important role. The garden is on a south facing slope crowned with two huge arboretum rhododendrons and planted with unusual trees and flowering shrubs.
Returning to Waterford, we visit Curraghmore House, which is owned by the Marquis of Waterford and has been home to his ancestors since 1170. Some 2,500 acres of formal gardens, woodland and grazing fields make this the largest private demesne in Ireland and one of the finest places to visit in Ireland. The interior has exceptionally fine plasterwork and a guided tour of the main reception rooms of Curraghmore House can be arranged by prior appointment. This tour takes in some of the finest neo-classical rooms in Ireland which feature the magnificent plaster work of James Wyatt and grisaille panels by Peter de Gree. The superbly landscaped gardens beside Curraghmore House, incorporate a shell house, the interior of which was designed by Catherine, Countess of Tyrone, in 1754. May and June are the best months to appreciate azaleas, rhododendrons, through exceptionally fine trees may be enjoyed at any time.
Your driver with then transfer you back to your ship.
Excursions
Dublin: Highlights of Dublin City - 8 hours
Dublin: Highlights of Dublin City - 8 hours
Ireland, known affectionately as the “the Emerald Isle” is renowned for its excellent hospitality and you can be assured of a warm welcome by your guide and driver, who will meet you at the port. Discover the history, literary heritage and culture that lies behind Dublin’s elegant Georgian architecture and famous landmarks, during your full-day tour.
Founded in the 16th-century, Trinity College is Ireland's oldest university and holds the Book of Kells, a greatly treasured example of early Irish manuscript illumination. History lovers may opt to visit the nearby Treasury of the National Museum or EPIC - the interactive museum commemorating the emigration of 10 million Irish. For those interested in art, the National Gallery houses a superb collection.
Afterwards make a lunchtime pit stop at the Guinness Storehouse, where you learn how a pint of the world-famous Guinness is created. The heart of the building is modelled on a giant pint glass, which would hold approximately 14 million pints of Guinness beer if filled! Enjoy a complimentary pint of Guinness in the Gravity Bar, which boast 360-degree views of the capital.
Complete your touring this afternoon, with a visit to St. Patrick's Cathedral, the largest church in Ireland and final resting place of Jonathan Swift, author of Gulliver's Travels. Here, take a guided tour of the impressive staterooms which are a longtime symbol of British rule in Ireland, before being transferred back to your ship.
Highlights:
- Admire the grandeur of St Patrick's Cathedral, the largest church in Ireland and final resting place of Jonathan Swift, author of Gulliver's Travels
- Pour yourself a pint of Ireland’s finest at the Guinness Storehouse to discover the country’s most famous export
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by Mercedes E-class or similar for 1 and 2 passengers, VW Caravelle (7 passenger seats) or similar for 3 and 4 passengers and 12-seater or similar for 5 and 6 passengers.
- Expert local guide for 8 hours of sightseeing in Dublin
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
- Supplement for public holidays
- Anything not specifically mentioned in the "inclusions" list above
Dublin - Dublin City & Powerscourt - Full Day Tour
Dublin - Dublin City & Powerscourt - Full Day Tour
Upon arrival in Dublin Port, you will meet with your private driver/guide and transfer directly to Powerscourt House & Gardens in Co. Wicklow
This stunning 18th Century Stately home comprises 
extensive gardens, which are open to the public; as is the Main House. There is a lovely restaurant in the house, overlooking the gardens and Wicklow Mountains, which offers the finest in Irish artisan, home cooked cuisine. The 34,000 acres of this estate extend along both shores of the River Dargle . Powerscourt is one of the finest properties in Europe, designed and laid out by Daniel Robertson between 1745 and 1767. This property is filled with splendid Greek and Italian-inspired statuary, decorative ironwork, a petrified-moss grotto, lovely herbaceous borders, a Japanese garden, a circular pond and fountain with statues of winged horses, and an occasional herd of deer. Opportunity for shopping at Avoca Handweavers now located in Powerscourt House. Enjoy lunch here at Powerscourt or at a traditional Irish pub in the city centre.
Upon your return from Powerscourt Estate, your private driver guide will take you on your tour of Dublin City.
Whilst Dublin is a vibrant and bustling city, by European standards it is a small city with a population of just over 1 million people. Much of Dublin’s streetscapes are adorned with beautiful 18th century townhouses and a
number of city parks, such as St. Stephen’s Green and indeed Merrion Square. The highlights of any tour in Dublin may include a visit to Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse… and –if time permits –St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
Following the city tour, your driver will return you to your ship.
Inclusions
- Private Driver Guide
- Entrance to Powerscourt House & Gardens
- Lunch
Dublin: An Introduction to Dublin - 4 hours
Dublin: An Introduction to Dublin - 4 hours
Disembark for a city adventure this morning accompanied by your expert guide and driver. Your tour of Dublin begins with the impressive Trinity College; Ireland's oldest university. Explore the Old Library, which houses 200,000 antiquarian texts and the oldest surviving harp in Ireland. Here you will see the world-famous Book of Kells; a fabulous example of early Irish manuscript illumination. Hand-crafted by monks, it contains the four gospels and has been resident at Trinity College since the 17th century. Continue to St. Patrick's Cathedral, the largest church in Ireland, where you have the opportunity to see a memorial to Jonathan Swift, the author of 'Gulliver's Travels', who became Dean of St. Patrick's in 1713. Afterwards you are transferred back to port.
Highlights:
- See the world-famous Book of Kells, a fabulous example of early Irish manuscript illumination
- Continue to St Patrick’s Cathedral, the largest church in Ireland and home of a memorial to the writer Jonathan Swift
Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local driver-guide for 4 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
Vacation Details
* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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