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Shades of Ireland featuring Northern Ireland Alternative

Shades of Ireland featuring Northern Ireland - Alternative

13 day tour from Dublin to Belfast
Tour Operator
Collette
Departures
Jun 5, 2026 – Jun 19, 2027
Prices From
$3,749
Dates & Prices
Jun 2026 - Jun 2027
Experience Ireland in all its vibrant shades as you travel from the lively city of Dublin to the untamed natural beauty of Northern Ireland. Explore Dublin with a local guide. Take a jaunting car ride in Killarney. Experience the world-famous beauty of the Ring of Kerry. Marvel at the stunning 700-foot Cliffs of Moher. Enjoy tea and scones on a traditional family farm. Tour the walled city of Derry with a local. Stand on the awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway. Uncover the legend of the Titanic at Belfast’s famed Titanic Experience. From breathtaking nature and stunning coasts to a captivating culture and friendly locals – this is Ireland.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Overnight Flight
Set out on an amazing Irish adventure that tells the complete story of the shades of Ireland.
Day 2
Dublin, Ireland
Get a taste of old Dublin. With no scheduled activities through the afternoon, take your time to wander the city streets and soak up that Irish charm. Tonight, you and your fellow travelers revel in a traditional Irish evening, including regional cuisine.
Day 3
Dublin
Today, ride with a local guide to see St. Patrick’s Cathedral, O’Connell Street, the National Gallery, and the historic Phoenix Park. What follows is an afternoon to discover Dublin’s charms on your own. Later, you may join an optional tour to the Guinness Storehouse, followed by dinner at a contemporary restaurant showcasing Irish cuisine.
Day 4
Dublin - Kilkenny - Waterford
Step back in time and begin the day in the medieval splendor of 12th-century Kilkenny on the River Nore, visiting the Cope family in their stately home of Shankhill Castle. Then, in Waterford, embark on a leisurely paced walking tour of Ireland’s oldest city. Later, it’s your choice! Tour the Waterford Crystal factory and learn how exquisite crystal has been made for centuries -OR- visit the Medieval Museum for a guided tour and a glass of wine in the 15th-century Mayor’s Wine Vault.
Day 5
Waterford - Blarney Stone - Killarney
The legend goes that those who kiss the Blarney Stone gain the gift of eloquence - give it a try if you wish at historic Blarney Castle by navigating the 128 steps to the top. Continue your journey to the vibrant and bustling town of Killarney. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 6
Killarney - Ring of Kerry - Killarney
Start your day with an authentic jaunting car ride* in Killarney. Take in the rugged coastline as you loop your way around the picturesque Ring of Kerry, past pristine beaches, quaint villages, and majestic landscapes. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for an evening of Irish entertainment, music, and food.
Day 7
Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - Ennis
Bid Killarney farewell and travel across the lovely Shannon River into County Clare. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most iconic sites. Walk along the rambling edge, soaking up unparalleled views and snapping incredible photos. Complete your day at the historic Old Ground Hotel in the heart of Ennis Town. This evening you may join an optional medieval banquet dinner, hosted in a castle.
Day 8
Ennis - Galway - Sligo
Experience the daily life of a traditional Irish family during a memorable farm visit. Then continue on to Galway for a brief tour that showcases “The City of Tribes.” Your day ends in the northwest reaches of Eire.
Day 9
Sligo - Donegal Town - Derry
Take in the rugged, natural beauty of County Donegal. Stop in Donegal Town and stroll the town square, enjoying its quaint craft and woolen shops, with a visit to one of Ireland's finest authentic Irish tweed stores. Next, travel to Derry, known for its turbulent political history. This afternoon, a local guide leads a walk through the old city, including the Craft Village, a charming 19th-century Georgian square in the heart of the walled city. Tonight, it’s Diner’s Choice... choose your included dinner from a "menu" of Derry’s great restaurants.
Day 10
Derry - Inishowen Peninsula - Derry
This morning, journey to the Inishowen Peninsula and Malin Head. Take in breathtaking scenery as you explore Ireland's northernmost point. Return to Derry and enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Tonight, you may join an optional tour to discover the culture of Derry through storytelling, music and song, with dinner at a restaurant serving pub style food.
Day 11
Derry - Giant's Causeway - Glens of Antrim - Belfast
See the most famous natural site in Northern Ireland as you visit the magnificent Giant’s Causeway. Formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago, the causeway resembles a cobble road leading into the sea. Then lose yourself in the natural beauty of Northern Ireland as you explore the scenic back roads of the Glens of Antrim to Belfast. Top your day off with a visit to a country inn, for some real Irish hospitality.
Day 12
Belfast
Begin the day with a guided tour of Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, and hear of the struggles in this great city’s history as you pass through the different neighborhoods. See “Samson” and “Goliath,” the cranes at the shipyard that built the Titanic, before touring the “The Titanic Experience,” Northern Ireland’s most visited attraction. This afternoon is yours to explore Belfast further, as your Irish adventure comes to a close.
Day 13
Belfast - Tour Ends
Your tour ends in Belfast.

Itinerary Dates & Prices

Start Date
Jun 05, 2026
End Date
Jun 18, 2026
Our Price
$4,649
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Jun 12, 2026
End Date
Jun 25, 2026
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$4,549
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Jul 04, 2026
End Date
Jul 17, 2026
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$4,649
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Jul 17, 2026
End Date
Jul 30, 2026
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$4,649
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Aug 07, 2026
End Date
Aug 20, 2026
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$4,549
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Sep 04, 2026
End Date
Sep 17, 2026
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$4,749
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Sep 06, 2026
End Date
Sep 19, 2026
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$4,749
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Sep 11, 2026
End Date
Sep 24, 2026
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$4,749
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Sep 19, 2026
End Date
Oct 02, 2026
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$4,749
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Sep 26, 2026
End Date
Oct 09, 2026
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$4,749
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Oct 02, 2026
End Date
Oct 15, 2026
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$4,449
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Oct 16, 2026
End Date
Oct 29, 2026
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$4,449
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Oct 23, 2026
End Date
Nov 05, 2026
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$4,449
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Nov 01, 2026
End Date
Nov 14, 2026
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$3,749
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Mar 04, 2027
End Date
Mar 17, 2027
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$4,499
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Mar 12, 2027
End Date
Mar 25, 2027
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$4,499
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Mar 13, 2027
End Date
Mar 26, 2027
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$4,499
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Mar 19, 2027
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Apr 01, 2027
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$4,499
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Apr 01, 2027
End Date
Apr 14, 2027
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$4,599
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Apr 02, 2027
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Apr 15, 2027
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$4,599
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Apr 10, 2027
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Apr 23, 2027
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$4,599
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Apr 11, 2027
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Apr 24, 2027
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Apr 23, 2027
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May 06, 2027
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May 01, 2027
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May 14, 2027
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May 07, 2027
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May 20, 2027
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May 08, 2027
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May 21, 2027
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May 09, 2027
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May 22, 2027
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May 13, 2027
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May 26, 2027
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May 14, 2027
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May 27, 2027
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Jun 03, 2027
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Jun 16, 2027
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Jun 10, 2027
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Jun 23, 2027
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Jun 12, 2027
End Date
Jun 25, 2027
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$4,999
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Jun 17, 2027
End Date
Jun 30, 2027
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$4,999
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Jun 19, 2027
End Date
Jul 02, 2027
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$4,999
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