Ancient Ireland
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- Visit some of Ireland's most ancient sites with renowned archeologists & historians
- Walk along the Cliffs of Moher in the quiet off season
- Discover the lunar-like landscape of the Burren National Park
- Discover Neolithic & medieval Ireland
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- 6 nights accommodation in a hand-picked, family-run guesthouses, B&Bs & boutique hotels
- Meals as indicated incl. all Breakfasts and Lunches (Meals included indicated as B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- The services of an experienced and knowledgeable guide / driver throughout
- All transport throughout the trip starting and finishing in Inverness Activities stated in itinerary, including: Guided archeological hike
- Entry to the Rock of Cashel
- Tour of rock art with an archeologist
- Historical tour of Dublin Optional upgraded / seasonal activities stated in itinerary, including: Guided visit to the National Museum of Archaeology with an expert archeologist
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Where else to start your tour of Ancient Ireland but in Dublin? A settlement for over a 1,000 years, wander the streets of Dublin with an expert historian to bring this vibrant city to life from the Celts and Vikings through the Normans, Middle Ages, to more recent re...
A tour of ancient Ireland wouldn’t be complete with discovering the sacred site of the Rock of Cashel. A fortified monastery built right into the bedrock, there are many stories and myths about this great place. Some say the Devil himself caused the rock underneath Ca...
The Ring of Kerry is renowned throughout the world, and can be quite busy in the summer months. However during winter, Kerry’s roads and trails are quiet and peaceful. Today, you’ll head off the beaten path to sites that show some of the world’s best Celtic rock art w...
The Beara Peninsula is perhaps one of Kerry’s best hidden gems. Hiking this unspoilt land, you’ll visit some of the lesser-known Neolithic and ancient sites of the Beara Peninsula. In our eyes, some of these little-known sites are even more spectacular ones – be it the tallest Ogham Stone in Europe, one of the spectacular stone circles, or the impressive tombs.
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The Burren’s rocky alien landscape is said to be the inspiration for Middle Earth in JRR Tolkien’s world-famous Lord of the Rings trilogy. Meeting with a passionate, world-renowned archeologist, get ready to explore this other-worldly region. Home to a plethora of uni...
This morning, your guide will take you to the bustling town of Galway, where you can choose to explore Galway or make your way onwards.
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