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15 Day itinerary in Ireland, Europe

One for the Road

One for the Road is a tour takes you to the top Irish cities and towns in just 2 weeks. Kick off your Irish adventure in Dublin, a city that seamlessly blends history, literature, and modern energy. Visit Trinity College to see the Book of Kells, stroll along the lively Temple Bar district, and tak... Read More

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By Donal, Lauren, Cody, Lisa, Natasha and Niamh

Overview

Physical Difficulty

Easy
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Dublin

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Visit markets

Culture & History

Nature & Wildlife

Food & Culinary

Purposeful Travel

Water & Coastline

Start/End

Night

Highlights

1

Temple Bar

2

Guinness Store House

3

Cork City Gaol

4

Killarney National Park

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Arrive in Dublin & stay overnight in Dublin

Your first destination is none other than, the Fair City! Dublin is a must on this interrail Ireland package. Unlike other cities in Ireland, Dublin is always buzzing, no matter what day or time of the week. Hundreds of great bars in this city means you're guaranteed to find a bit of craic*. There's no shortage of things to do here, sip over a Guinness in Temple Bar, or better yet, visit the Guinness Store House. If Guinness isn't your thing, you can also visit the Jameson Whiskey Distillery. The Kilmainham Gaol located here closed in 1924 and is one of the biggest unoccupied gaols in Europe! 

Day 2

place Explore Dublin & stay overnight in Dublin

Your first destination is none other than, the Fair City! Dublin is a must on this interrail Ireland package. Unlike other cities in Ireland, Dublin is always buzzing, no matter what day or time of the week. Hundreds of great bars in this city means you're guaranteed to find a bit of craic*. There's no shortage of things to do here, sip over a Guinness in Temple Bar, or better yet, visit the Guinness Store House. If Guinness isn't your thing, you can also visit the Jameson Whiskey Distillery. The Kilmainham Gaol located here closed in 1924 and is one of the biggest unoccupied gaols in Europe! 

Day 3

place Explore Dublin & stay overnight in Dublin

Your first destination is none other than, the Fair City! Dublin is a must on this interrail Ireland package. Unlike other cities in Ireland, Dublin is always buzzing, no matter what day or time of the week. Hundreds of great bars in this city means you're guaranteed to find a bit of craic*. There's no shortage of things to do here, sip over a Guinness in Temple Bar, or better yet, visit the Guinness Store House. If Guinness isn't your thing, you can also visit the Jameson Whiskey Distillery. The Kilmainham Gaol located here closed in 1924 and is one of the biggest unoccupied gaols in Europe! 

Day 4

place Train from Dublin to Cork & stay overnight in Cork

From Dublin, you will arrive in the culinary capital of Ireland. Be aware that locals will encourage you to gorge on cheese, chocolate, and seafood if you go to the English Market. Cork provides you with an opportunity to experience life in the 19th and 20th centuries at the Cork City Gaol, it offers a unique insight into the history of Cork, both in and out of the prison walls. With amazing local tours, beautiful seaside towns and popular day trips, you will have a lot to cover in a few days! Ireland is filled with myths and magic, so you need to visit Blarney Castle, home to the famous Blarney Stone, which according to legend, holds the power to bless anyone who kisses it with the ‘gift of the gab’.

Day 5

place Explore Cork & stay overnight in Cork

From Dublin, you will arrive in the culinary capital of Ireland. Be aware that locals will encourage you to gorge on cheese, chocolate, and seafood if you go to the English Market. Cork provides you with an opportunity to experience life in the 19th and 20th centuries at the Cork City Gaol, it offers a unique insight into the history of Cork, both in and out of the prison walls. With amazing local tours, beautiful seaside towns and popular day trips, you will have a lot to cover in a few days! Ireland is filled with myths and magic, so you need to visit Blarney Castle, home to the famous Blarney Stone, which according to legend, holds the power to bless anyone who kisses it with the ‘gift of the gab’.

Day 6

place Explore Cork & stay overnight in Cork

From Dublin, you will arrive in the culinary capital of Ireland. Be aware that locals will encourage you to gorge on cheese, chocolate, and seafood if you go to the English Market. Cork provides you with an opportunity to experience life in the 19th and 20th centuries at the Cork City Gaol, it offers a unique insight into the history of Cork, both in and out of the prison walls. With amazing local tours, beautiful seaside towns and popular day trips, you will have a lot to cover in a few days! Ireland is filled with myths and magic, so you need to visit Blarney Castle, home to the famous Blarney Stone, which according to legend, holds the power to bless anyone who kisses it with the ‘gift of the gab’.

Day 7

place Train from Cork to Killarney (Dingle) & stay overnight in Killarney

Killarney is your stereotypical Irish town, one of the most picturesque towns in the South West of Ireland. ! Killarney is one of the perfect starting points for getting out to explore some of Ireland's most beautiful natural attractions. So have attractions such as Kerry Way walking trail, Ring of Kerry and Killarney national park on your list! Killarney is a great town with cosy pubs and a lot of stores sell local handicrafts, you definitely need to bring home a few Irish souvenirs. A unique stop on this Ireland interrail tour.

Day 8

place Explore Killarney & stay overnight in Killarney

Killarney is your stereotypical Irish town, one of the most picturesque towns in the South West of Ireland. ! Killarney is one of the perfect starting points for getting out to explore some of Ireland's most beautiful natural attractions. So have attractions such as Kerry Way walking trail, Ring of Kerry and Killarney national park on your list! Killarney is a great town with cosy pubs and a lot of stores sell local handicrafts, you definitely need to bring home a few Irish souvenirs. A unique stop on this Ireland interrail tour.

Day 9

place Explore Killarney & stay overnight in Killarney

Killarney is your stereotypical Irish town, one of the most picturesque towns in the South West of Ireland. ! Killarney is one of the perfect starting points for getting out to explore some of Ireland's most beautiful natural attractions. So have attractions such as Kerry Way walking trail, Ring of Kerry and Killarney national park on your list! Killarney is a great town with cosy pubs and a lot of stores sell local handicrafts, you definitely need to bring home a few Irish souvenirs. A unique stop on this Ireland interrail tour.

Day 10

place Explore Killarney & stay overnight in Killarney

Killarney is your stereotypical Irish town, one of the most picturesque towns in the South West of Ireland. ! Killarney is one of the perfect starting points for getting out to explore some of Ireland's most beautiful natural attractions. So have attractions such as Kerry Way walking trail, Ring of Kerry and Killarney national park on your list! Killarney is a great town with cosy pubs and a lot of stores sell local handicrafts, you definitely need to bring home a few Irish souvenirs. A unique stop on this Ireland interrail tour.

Day 11

place Train from Killarney (Dingle) to Galway & stay overnight in Galway

Straightaway, you will understand why Galway attracts A LOT of visitors each year. And also why it's included on this Ireland interrail adventure. Those tangled lanes lined with colorful shopfronts that curve around Galway Bay create that picture-perfect city. Formerly a fishing village, Galway has reinvented itself into a vibrant and bustling destination. The city is famed far and wide for its pubs alone! Join the friendly locals as they welcome you in with open arms and bounce from one pub to the next. One thing's for certain, there is plenty of craic* to be had! Enjoy the high-spirited trad songs pouring from the pubs.

Day 12

place Explore Galway & stay overnight in Galway

Straightaway, you will understand why Galway attracts A LOT of visitors each year. And also why it's included on this Ireland interrail adventure. Those tangled lanes lined with colorful shopfronts that curve around Galway Bay create that picture-perfect city. Formerly a fishing village, Galway has reinvented itself into a vibrant and bustling destination. The city is famed far and wide for its pubs alone! Join the friendly locals as they welcome you in with open arms and bounce from one pub to the next. One thing's for certain, there is plenty of craic* to be had! Enjoy the high-spirited trad songs pouring from the pubs.

Day 13

place Explore Galway & stay overnight in Galway

Straightaway, you will understand why Galway attracts A LOT of visitors each year. And also why it's included on this Ireland interrail adventure. Those tangled lanes lined with colorful shopfronts that curve around Galway Bay create that picture-perfect city. Formerly a fishing village, Galway has reinvented itself into a vibrant and bustling destination. The city is famed far and wide for its pubs alone! Join the friendly locals as they welcome you in with open arms and bounce from one pub to the next. One thing's for certain, there is plenty of craic* to be had! Enjoy the high-spirited trad songs pouring from the pubs.

Day 14

place Train from Galway to Dublin & stay overnight in Dublin

You will finish your trip off with a night in Dublin, the Fair City! Dublin is a must on this interrail Ireland package. Unlike other cities in Ireland, Dublin is always buzzing, no matter what day or time of the week. Hundreds of great bars in this city means you're guaranteed to find a bit of craic*. There's no shortage of things to do here, sip over a Guinness in Temple Bar, or better yet, visit the Guinness Store House. If Guinness isn't your thing, you can also visit the Jameson Whiskey Distillery. The Kilmainham Gaol located here closed in 1924 and is one of the biggest unoccupied gaols in Europe! 

Day 15

place Last day of your Trip

Your trip will end in Dublin where you will make arrangements to return home. 

What’s Included

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  • All your rail travel between cities
  • Seat reservations

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  • 24hr Emergency Support
  • E-Travel Pack - accessed via our unique app

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  • Airport transfers at start and end destinations
  • City Tax
  • Trips are fully independent so there will be no tour guide
  • Travel Insurance
  • Meals

About Donal

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Culture & History

Visit markets

Nature & Wildlife

Food & Culinary

Purposeful Travel

Water & Coastline

I first interrailed back in 2008 and was hooked immediately. Since then i have visited 15 European countries and have made a career out of planning & booking European Rail Holidays for others!

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