5-Nights Dublin Daytripper from $2,395

CIE Tours

OFFER ID 1551316

2025 - 6 Day Dublin Daytripper
Authentic Local Experiences:

Visit Ireland's largest stadium, Croke Park. This is hallowed ground for lovers of Gaelic games, embodying Ireland's history, culture, and identity. Learn how sports have shaped Ireland' s national narrative.
Step into the legendary Windmill Lane Studios, where the iconic band U2 recorded the groundbreaking records that catapulted them to global stardom.

Trip Highlights:

Abbey Tavern
Croke Park
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
Kilkenny Hurling Experience
Glendalough
Malahide Castle
Merry Ploughboy
Newbridge Silverware
Russborough House
Sheepdog demonstration
Windmill Lane Recording Studios

Dining Experiences:

5 Breakfasts (B), 2 Lunches (L), and 2 Dinners (D)

Hotels:

Accommodations:
Trinity City Hotel | Dublin (5)

5 nights from $2,395 per person

Itinerary

CIE Tours: 2025 - 6 Day Dublin Daytripper

Day 1 Dublin City Tour, EPIC The Emigration Museum & Cleaver East
Your tour departs at 2:00 PM from your Dublin hotel. Take a panoramic tour of Dublin, seeing its grand Georgian buildings and squares, the River Liffey, and historic O'Connell Street. Visit EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, an award-winning, high-tech museum that chronicles the journeys made by Irish emigrants around the globe, and details the stories of the new lives made by the Irish abroad. Dine this evening at Cleaver East, in the Clarence Hotel's famed for being once owned by several members of U2.(D)

Day 2 Newbridge Silverware, Kilkenny & Hurling Experience
Visit Newbridge Silverware in Kildare, makers of fine cutlery, dazzling jewelry, and more since 1934. Tour the factory to see the traditions of craftsmanship, and then stroll through the Museum of Style Icons, housing items once worn by stars such as Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe, Princess Grace, Princess Diana and the Beatles. Continue on to Kilkenny for a unique sporting experience: an introduction to the world's oldest and fastest field game, hurling. Kilkenny is the home of many legendary hurling champions, and you'll have the chance to learn a few skills yourself. Next visit the Kilkenny Design Centre for lunch and free time to explore this little city, rich in medieval heritage. Return to Dublin for dinner on your own.(B, L)

Day 3 Glendalough, Russborough House & Sheepdog Demonstration
Enjoy the delightful scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the way to Glendalough. Explore the remains of one of the most important monastic sites in Ireland, founded by St Kevin in the 6th century. Walk through the deep valley to view the picturesque ruins of a round tower, churches, and Celtic crosses. Next, visit Russborough House for a tour of this elegant, 18th-century home with a remarkable art collection. The house is set on 200 acres of parkland and you'll enjoy a demonstration by skilled sheepdogs as they show their talents in herding their flock. The rest of the day will be yours to explore and dine in Dublin.(B)

Day 4 Croke Park, Malahide Castle & The Abbey Tavern
Visit Croke Park, Ireland's most iconic sporting stadium, home of the Gaelic Athletic Association. Tour the museum and discover the culture and traditions of Gaelic games, and the central role of Croke Park in Irish history for over a century. Then ascend to the stadium's Skyline for thrilling rooftop views of Dublin City and the surrounding mountains and bay. Next, visit the magnificent Malahide Castle to discover its 800-year heritage and see its intricate furniture, stunning artwork, and vintage Victorian toys. Savor lunch at the Abbey Tavern and enjoy the rest of the day free to explore.(B, L)

Day 5 Windmill Lane Studios, Independent Touring & The Merry Ploughboy
Visit Windmill Lane Studios, the legendary recording studio where local heroes and global superstars have made music history. See where Irish artists like Van Morrison, U2, and The Cranberries have recorded as well as international stars like The Rolling Stones, AC/DC, Ed Sheeran, and Lady Gaga. Spend your afternoon independently touring Dublin on a Hop-On, Hop-Off bus. Your voucher also includes a visit to one of Dublin's top attractions: Guinness Storehouse, Teeling Distillery, Jameson Distillery Bow St. Experience, or the GPO Museum. For your farewell dinner, enjoy a lively evening of dinner and traditional Irish entertainment at the Merry Ploughboy pub.(B, D)

Day 6 Tour ends in Dublin
Your tour ends after breakfast.(B)B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner>

Featured Destinations

Dublin

Dublin enjoys one of the loveliest natural settings in Europe. Dublin attracts visitors from around the world with its old world charm and friendly atmosphere. Most of the architecture dates from the 18th century, when Dublin enjoyed great prominence and prosperity. Also of interest are stately Georgian houses which front Merrion Square. O'Connell Street is considered the commercial center of Dublin. Perhaps the most memorable feature of Dublin is the traditional pub, where visitors can enjoy conversation over fine Irish brew. The city also offers many fine parks, including St. Stephen's Green and Phoenix Park. National Gallery's renowned collection includes works by such famous masters as Rembrandt and Monet. Trinity College's Old Library is home to the most cherished treasure, the Book of Kells, a manuscript of the Gospels. Admire Christ Church Cathedral and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Enjoy the exhibits in impressive National Museum. Self-guided walking tours include Old City Trail, Georgian Heritage Trail and the Cultural Trail.

Excursions

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

Exclusions

All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
Gratuities
Supplement for public holidays
Anything not specifically mentioned in the "inclusions" list above

Dublin: An Introduction to Dublin - 4 hours

Dublin - Dublin City & Powerscourt - Full Day Tour

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges

04/20/2025 - 04/25/2025

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05/04/2025 - 05/09/2025

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05/25/2025 - 05/30/2025

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06/15/2025 - 06/20/2025

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07/06/2025 - 07/11/2025

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08/24/2025 - 08/29/2025

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09/14/2025 - 09/19/2025

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09/28/2025 - 10/03/2025

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10/05/2025 - 10/10/2025

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* 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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Length

5 Nights

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1551316

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