10-Day Travel Itinerary for Ireland

Overview:

- Number of Travelers: 2
- Length of Trip: 10 Days
- Budget: €8,750
- Preferred Mode of Transportation: Rent a Car
- Arrival Date: (Please insert)
- Departure Date: (Please insert)
- Accommodation Preferences: Hotel, Bed & Breakfast, Boutique Stay
- Location Preference: City Center, Beachfront, Waterfront, Countryside
- Weather Preference: Warm

Day 1: Arrival in Dublin

- Morning:
- Arrive in Dublin Airport.
- Pick up rental car.
- Check-in at a central boutique hotel like The Alex Dublin.

- Afternoon:
- Lunch at The Woollen Mills, an excellent place for local Irish fare.
- Explore Trinity College and the Book of Kells.

- Evening:
- Dinner at The Boxty House in Temple Bar for traditional Irish dishes.
- Relax with a stroll around Temple Bar area, soaking in the urban nightlife.

Day 2: Dublin City Exploration

- Morning:
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit Dublin Castle and St. Patrick's Cathedral.

- Afternoon:
- Lunch at The Brazen Head, Ireland’s oldest pub.
- Tour the Guinness Storehouse for a deep dive into Ireland's brewing history.

- Evening:
- Dinner at Chapter One, a Michelin-star restaurant (reservation needed).
- Attend a local traditional music session at The Cobblestone.

Day 3: Drive to Kilkenny

- Morning:
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Drive to Kilkenny (1.5 hours).

- Afternoon:
- Check-in at Butler House, a beautiful boutique stay.
- Lunch at Kyteler’s Inn.
- Visit the medieval Kilkenny Castle and its gardens.

- Evening:
- Dinner at Ristorante Rinuccini for exquisite Italian-Irish fusion.
- Evening at Leisure.

Day 4: Kilkenny to Cork

- Morning:
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Drive to Cork with a stop at Rock of Cashel.

- Afternoon:
- Lunch at Café Hans near Rock of Cashel.
- Continue to Cork and check in at The River Lee hotel.

- Evening:
- Dinner at The English Market.
- Walk around the historic city center.

Day 5: Cork & Blarney Castle

- Morning:
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit Blarney Castle and kiss the Blarney Stone for good luck.

- Afternoon:
- Lunch at The Castle Café.
- Discover Cork’s cultural spots like St. Anne’s Church and Shandon Bells.

- Evening:
- Dinner at The Farmgate Cafe.
- Scenic River Lee evening walk.

Day 6: Drive to Killarney

- Morning:
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Depart for Killarney (1.5-2 hours).

- Afternoon:
- Check-in at Cahernane House Hotel, a lovely country house.
- Lunch at the hotel’s restaurant.
- Explore Killarney National Park and Muckross House.

- Evening:
- Traditional Irish meal at Bricín Restaurant.

Day 7: Ring of Kerry

- Morning:
- Early breakfast at the hotel.
- All-day road trip around the Ring of Kerry’s scenic route.

- Afternoon:
- Scenic stops: Ladies View, Skellig Michael (pack a light picnic lunch).

- Evening:
- Return to Killarney for a relaxed evening.
- Dinner at Rozzers Restaurant.

Day 8: Drive to Galway

- Morning:
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Drive to Galway (3 hours).

- Afternoon:
- Check-in at the waterside boutique hotel, The House Hotel.
- Lunch at Ard Bia at Nimmo’s.

- Evening:
- Explore Galway City: Eyre Square, Latin Quarter.
- Dinner at Aniar Restaurant (reservation needed).

Day 9: Cliffs of Moher & The Burren

- Morning:
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Day trip to Cliffs of Moher and The Burren landscape.

- Afternoon:
- Lunch at The Stonecutter’s Kitchen.
- Continue exploring the unique limestone terrain.

- Evening:
- Return to Galway.
- Dinner at The Seafood Bar @ Kirwan’s Lane.

Day 10: Dublin (Departure Day)

- Morning:
- Early breakfast at the hotel.
- Drive back to Dublin (2.5 hours).

- Afternoon:
- Return car at Dublin Airport.
- Lunch at the airport before departure.

TIPS:

- Local Custom: Engage with locals at pubs; they love sharing stories.
- Weather: Pack light layers and a good rain jacket.
- Driving: Ensure GPS functionality; roads can be narrow and winding.

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