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9 Day Irish Discovery Tour

9 Day Cosmos Tour with $1000*pp Air Credit

  • Low Deposit $999* pp
  • $1000*pp Air Credit
  • Travel in October 2025

Book By 30 November 2024

Select Dates October 2025

Product Code: MT 1877

9 Day Irish Discovery Tour

9 Day Cosmos Tour with $1000*pp Air Credit

  • Low Deposit $999* pp
  • $1000*pp Air Credit
  • Travel in October 2025

Package Inclusions Open All

  • 9 Day / 8 night Cosmos Tour – starts and ends in Dublin
  • AUD$1000 Air Credit per person – Limited time only offer*

Breathtaking, lush landscapes combined with vibrant cities and historic attractions—all of this and more await you on this guided Ireland tour, including Northern Ireland. Starting and ending in Dublin, explore Ireland in depth and hear exciting stories of its rich history, legends, and myths. On an Ireland tour, you expect to see amazing scenery, and this tour does not disappoint. See the 668-foot Cliffs of Moher on Ireland’s west coast, offering breathtaking views of rugged cliffs dropping into the ocean. Join the Ring of Kerry, a 100-mile drive with sparkling seascapes and mountains dotted with brightly painted farmhouses. In Northern Ireland, visit awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway, basalt columns formed millions of years ago by volcanic eruptions. On the amazingly green Dingle Peninsula—perched on Ireland’s westernmost tip and dominated by the range of mountains—enjoy one of Europe’s most dramatic drives passing seaside villages, ancient monuments, and views of the Blasket Islands.

On this tour of Ireland, you’ll also visit some of its vibrant cities—including Dublin, Belfast, and Galway—and charming towns, including Killarney. Stop in Adare, founded in medieval times and known today as one of Ireland’s friendliest and prettiest villages and in Waterford, enjoy a guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal, where you’ll see the highly skilled artisans at work in the production of this famous crystal. Visit Kilkenny, famous for its medieval architecture and Norman castle. In Northern Ireland, visit Derry, one of Ireland’s best-preserved fortified cities, and Downpatrick, burial place of Ireland’s Patron Saint. This value-minded tour through Ireland is a dream holiday!

Highlights

  • Dublin
  • Giant’s Causeway
  • Cliffs of Moher
  • Ring of Kerry
  • House of Waterford Crystal, Waterford
  • Handweaving Mill, Avoca

Inclusions

  • AUD$1000 Air Credit per person – Limited time only offer*
  • 8 Breakfasts & 3 Dinners
  • Private air conditioned coach with free wifi (where available) 
  • 8 nights hand selected hotels – includes hotel taxes, tips and service charges
  • Cosmos Tour Leader
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Dublin, Ireland

Check into your hotel. At 3 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for an afternoon orientation drive through statue-lined O’Connell Street and elegant Georgian squares to St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Trinity College. Raise a glass this evening with an optional excursion to learn about the history, traditions, and brewing techniques behind one of the world’s most popular beers on this fascinating tour, tasting and dinner at Dublin’s legendary Guinness Storehouse.

Meals included: None

OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Guinness Storehouse Visit and Supper

Discover the history, traditions, and brewing techniques behind one of the world’s most popular beer on this fascinating tour, tasting and dinner at Dublin’s legendary Guinness Storehouse. 4H Price range: $ 150 (AUD)

 
Dublin - DownPatrick, Northern Ireland - Belfast

On your northbound route today, pass Drogheda, scene of the Battle of the Boyne in 1690, then through the fertile landscape of the Boyne Valley, known for its prehistoric passage graves. Cross the border into Northern Ireland, and drive past the Mountains of Mourne to Downpatrick, the burial place of Patrick, Ireland’s Patron Saint, and on to the vibrant city of Belfast, where the Titanic was built. Later, why not join a Local Guide on a “living history” tour, including a visit to the fascinating Titanic Belfast Experience? Get to know the real Belfast with a Local Guide on a “living history” tour that ends at the award-winning Titanic Belfast Experience. Today’s Distance: 125 mi/ 202 km

Meals included: Breakfast

OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Belfast City Tour and Titanic Experience

In the company of a local guide, discover the best of Northern Ireland’s vibrant capital on this exciting guided sightseeing tour and visit to the world-famous Titanic Experience. 3H 10MPrice range: $ 80 (AUD)

 
Belfast - Giants Causeway - Derry- Donegal, Ireland - Sligo

First stop this morning is awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, let the province’s story unfold as you head for the city of Derry before returning to the Republic to visit Donegal, the ancient town founded by Danish Vikings and home of the O’Donnell Clan. Drive along Donegal Bay with its small fishing ports and hidden beaches before arriving in Sligo. Today’s Distance: 197 mi/ 316 km

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

 
Sligo - Galway - Cliffs of Moher - Limerick

Travel farther south to Galway, a popular seaside destination and a buzzing cosmopolitan district with vibrant shops, and a busy café and bar culture. Cross the limestone plateau of The Burren to visit the spectacular 668-foot Cliffs of Moher. Go medieval with an optional outing in an original Irish castle to enjoy a medieval banquet. Enjoy a 4-course feast with wine, then relax as your medieval hosts dazzle you with unforgettable music and storytelling. Today’s Distance: 181 mi/ 290 km

Meals included: Breakfast

OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Medieval Castle Banquet

Step back in time at an original Irish medieval banquet. Enjoy a 4-course feast with wine, then relax as your medieval hosts dazzle you with unforgettable music and storytelling. 3H 10MPrice range: $ 156 (AUD)

 
Limerick - Adare - Dingle Peninsula - Killarney

Start your day with a stroll through Adare, a village known for its prize-winning thatched cottages. Then, take in the breathtaking scenery of the Dingle Peninsula, where the 32-mile Slea Head drive affords magnificent vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. See the Blasket Islands and hear about the way of life and unique literary achievements of its inhabitants prior to their evacuation in 1953. The next two nights are spent in the popular resort of Killarney. Today’s Distance: 156 mi/ 253 km

Meals included: Breakfast

 
Killarney - Ring of Kerry Excursion

At Killorglin, join the Ring of Kerry for a 100-mile coastal panoramic drive featuring sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly painted farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with subtropical vegetation, and spectacular views of the Lakes of Killarney from Ladies View. Back in Killarney, climb aboard a delightful horse-drawn jaunting car ride for an optional through Killarney National Park to legendary Ross Castle on the shores of Lough Leane. Today’s Distance: 100 mi/ 160 km

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Jaunting Car Ride

A delightful horse-drawn jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park to legendary Ross Castle on the shores of Lough Leane. 1H 10M Price range: $ 25 (AUD)

 
Killarney - Blarney - Waterford - Tramore

More scenic beauty as you head over the Kerry Mountains into County Cork. Stop in Blarney, famous for its Stone of Eloquence, with time at your leisure to see the castle and shop for Irish crafts and handmade crystal. After lunch, drive past Cork, the country’s second-largest city on the way to Waterford, where a guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal is included. Spend the night at the nearby seaside resort of Tramore. Enjoy a bit of craic (conversation) with an early evening optional of authentic Irish local flavour. Take a scenic drive to a traditional pub with a local musician ready to entertain you and give you wonderful memories of this beautiful country. Two drinks of your choice are included. Today’s Distance: 142 mi/ 229 km

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Tramore Pub Evening

For local Irish flavor, take a scenic drive to a traditional pub with a local musician ready to entertain you and give you wonderful memories of this beautiful country. Two drinks of your choice are included. 2H Price range: $ 70 (AUD)

 
Tramore - Kilkenny - Dublin

On the last leg of your journey on the way to Dublin, visit Kilkenny to wander the Medieval Mile and learn about its Norman heritage. An optional Irish cabaret evening, including dinner, dance, song, and laughter would be an exciting finale to your holiday. Toast your last night in Ireland at the legendary Taylors Irish Cabaret, featuring a delicious dinner, drinks, and outstanding Irish music, dance, and comedy. Today’s Distance: 120 mi/ 193 km

Meals included: Breakfast

OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Taylors Irish Cabaret

You won’t want to miss this popular outing to the legendary Taylors Irish Cabaret, featuring a delicious dinner, drinks, and outstanding Irish music, dance, and comedy. 4H 10MPrice range: $ 147 (AUD)

 
Dublin, Ireland

Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning.

Meals included: Breakfast

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Important Info Open All

Price based on tour starting 26 October 2025

Extra charges apply for:

  • 2 October 2025 ($600pp)

Optional excursions may be available at your own expense. You will be able to book most excursions within MyAccount up to 4 days prior to excursion date, where the exact price will be displayed. All excursions are subject to availability.

Guinness Storehouse Visit and Supper

Discover the history, traditions, and brewing techniques behind one of the world’s most popular beer on this fascinating tour, tasting and dinner at Dublin’s legendary Guinness Storehouse.

4H Price range: $ 150 (AUD)

Belfast City Tour and Titanic Experience

In the company of a local guide, discover the best of Northern Ireland’s vibrant capital on this exciting guided sightseeing tour and visit to the world-famous Titanic Experience.

3H 10M Price range: $ 80 (AUD)

Medieval Castle Banquet

Step back in time at an original Irish medieval banquet. Enjoy a 4-course feast with wine, then relax as your medieval hosts dazzle you with unforgettable music and storytelling.

3H 10M Price range: $ 156 (AUD)

Jaunting Car Ride

A delightful horse-drawn jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park to legendary Ross Castle on the shores of Lough Leane.

1H 10M Price range: $ 25 (AUD)

Tramore Pub Evening

For local Irish flavor, take a scenic drive to a traditional pub with a local musician ready to entertain you and give you wonderful memories of this beautiful country. Two drinks of your choice are included.

2H Price range: $ 70 (AUD)

Taylors Irish Cabaret

You won’t want to miss this popular outing to the legendary Taylors Irish Cabaret, featuring a delicious dinner, drinks, and outstanding Irish music, dance, and comedy.

4H 10M Price range: $ 147 (AUD)

After a day of travelling, you want to relax at a comfortable, clean, and attractive hotel. We select hotels with the best guestrooms, service, and food for the money, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve checked everything out before your check in. Accommodation names will be confirmed on your final documentation.

Important Information 

Exclusions

Flights, airport transfers, meals not stated, drinks on meals, optional programs, visas (if required), travel insurance (strongly recommended), tipping, personal expenses and anything not explicitly specified are at your own expense.

MyAccount

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Payment

Full payment is due at the time of booking.

$1000 Air Credit Per Person – Conditions

Air Credit can be redeemed within 10 months of departure by contacting our Air Concierge Team on 1300 692 784 or cruiseair@mycruises.com.au. Any airfare balance due is payable at the time of booking flights.

  • Airfare Credit is only valid for use when booking airfares through our dedicated My Cruises airfare team
  • Airfares can be booked up to 30 days prior to departure
  • Customer can choose any airline/routing that is available to be offered in our dedicated team’s system
  • Customers pay the difference between the $1,000 per person airfare credit, and the airfare cost confirmed with their booking
  • Airfare credit cannot be used towards seating requests or other ancillary services.
  • Airfare credit is non-transferable, and non-refundable. It can only be used towards airfares for customers booked on the tour package.

Solo Occupancy

A single supplement from $560 per person is payable in addition to the twin share price for solo occupancy.

Triple Share

Triple share is not available.

Extra Accommodation

Pre- or post-tour accommodation is on request.

Child

This tour is best enjoyed by adult travellers and the minimum age to participate is 5 years old. Children 5 years of age and above are subject to the adult price. An adult must accompany participants under 18 years of age.

Price

Surcharges may apply for select travel periods and departure cities. Prices are correct at time of publication and are subject to availability, change, cancellation or withdrawal without notice. All prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise.

Amendment

Each amendment is subject to a non-refundable fee from $75 per person. Additional fees and fare differences from third-party suppliers including air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers may apply.

Cancellation

Cancellation is subject to a fee from $550 per person. Additional fees and fare differences from third-party suppliers including air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers may apply.

Passport

For international travel, each customer must provide a copy of the passport photo page at the time of booking. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure all names are full names exactly matched to the passport with six months validity beyond trip completion. The customer is liable for all fees due to incorrect names, invalid passport information and expired passports.

Visa

Visa requirements for each origin and destination country are the responsibility of the customer to check and obtain (if required) with the local consulate or embassy. The customer is liable for all visa application costs and fees due to the failure to obtain the required travel documents.

Health

It is the responsibility of the customer to check and comply with the health, vaccination, COVID-19 and immigration requirements of each origin and destination country, and health requirements imposed by air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers. Vaccinations, testing and quarantine costs are the expense of the customer. Comprehensive travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage is strongly recommended.

Baggage

Each person is entitled to a strict maximum of one bag not exceeding 20kg on the coach tour, superseding any other baggage allowance. Excess baggage is not permitted. You are strongly encouraged to pack lightly. A light day bag or backpack is permitted on the coach. Porterage is not included and you are required to carry your own bags. Luggage and personal effects are your own risk and we hold no liability for lost or damaged belongings.

Meals

Please notify us at the time of booking of any special dietary requirements and allergies. We will pass on your requirements but cannot guarantee that they can be met as certain choices may be limited or not catered for. You are encouraged to reconfirm requirements with your tour leader whilst on tour.

Accommodation

Accommodation names referenced are to be used as an indicative guide for the standard of accommodation to expect. Actual accommodation names may differ and will be confirmed on your final documentation. All hotel ratings are local or self-ratings provided by the supplier. All rooms are lead-in category or run of house unless otherwise specified. The standard check-in time is after 3pm and check-out is before 10am – actual times may vary.

Tipping

Tour guide and driver tipping is customary and strongly recommended gesture of appreciation for the service provided.

Transfers

Airport transfers are not included.

Optional Excursions

Optional excursions may be available. You will be able to book most excursions within MyAccount up to 4 days prior to excursion date, where the exact price will be displayed. All excursions are subject to availability.

Itinerary

The operating schedule and itinerary may be impacted without notice by adverse weather, seasonal factors, closures, local conditions, COVID-19 or other factors beyond our control including force majeure. If attractions are not available due to reasons beyond our control such as closures or adverse weather, alternatives will be provided where possible. The itinerary and its order, sightseeing and transportation may be adjusted as deemed appropriate by the operator for optimum safety, enjoyment and operation. Any reference to ‘optional’, ‘not included’ or ‘exclusions/excluded’ means at your own expense.

Breakaway

Customers must remain with the tour group at all times and must not leave the tour unless written approval is provided before departure.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is not included and is strongly recommended. Ask our holiday experts for great coverage options.

Force Majeure

Force majeure means any natural disaster, accident, fire, act of God, act of war, terrorism, legally binding judgment, injunction, action of a court or other relevant authority, emergency, unplanned repairs, maintenance, strike, industrial dispute, work ban, blockade or picketing, travel ban, pandemic, epidemic or outbreak of infectious disease, or other event beyond our reasonable direct or indirect control. In case of force majeure or other extraordinary event that prevents safe travel, the supplier reserves the right to adjust, postpone or cancel the trip.

Product Code: MT 1877

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Book By 30 November 2024

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