Ireland - A Journey of Irish Legends

DAY 1 – May 2, 2026

Join your tour manager today at Toronto Pearson Airport for our Air Transat flight to Dublin. Relax and rest on our overnight flight, as we begin our Irish adventure.

DAY 2 – May 3, 2026

This morning our group will meet our driver/guide and head north towards Belfast. Enroute, we stop at the Man O War Traditional Irish Pub for a welcome brunch and introduction from your guide. Arriving in Belfast, we undertake a panoramic tour of the Catholic Falls and Protestant Shankill Roads before arriving at our hotel. Tonight, you’re free to explore Belfast, and check out a few local establishments. The Cathedral Quarter has great options for dining and pubs.

Overnight – Ten Square Hotel or similar, Belfast (4*) (BR)

DAY 3 – May 4, 2026

After breakfast, we make our way to the Titanic Belfast Visitor Centre for a self-guided tour of the centre. After, you may wish to check out a few of the other local attractions such as Crumlin Road Gaol, Belfast City Hall and Queen’s University. Tonight, you will enjoy a delicious Ulster supper in the 16th century Old Inn in Crawfordsburn.

Dinner/Overnight – Ten Square Hotel or similar, Belfast (4*) (B,D)

DAY 4 – May 5, 2026

Today, we head north along the Antrim Coast for a visit to the famous Giant’s Causeway. Enroute, we make a stop in the Glenariff Forest Park where you can enjoy a tea or coffee with some freshly baked scones. We continue along the Antrim Coast until we reach the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre. According to local legend, Irish giant Fionn Mac Cumhaill built the causeway to fight the Scottish giant Benandonner. Our journey takes us north to the city of Derry, where we are met by a local guide who will lead us on a fascinating walking tour of the ‘Walls of Derry’. After the tour, you check in to your city centre hotel that is ideally located in the town centre with many good restaurants and pubs just steps from your front door.

Overnight — Maldron Hotel or similar, Derry (B)

DAY 5 – May 6, 2026

We will visit Irish House in Donegal, where we are treated to an Irish coffee and a loom demonstration. We journey to the lovely town of Sligo where you will have time for lunch and take a stroll around town before arriving at Kilronan Castle, one of Ireland’s most luxurious castle hotels and our home for the night. Tonight, we dine at the castle.

Dinner/Overnight—Kilronan Castle or similar, Roscommon (B,D)

DAY 6 - May 7, 2026

Leaving Kilronan, we travel south to Galway, where we are met by a resident guide who will entertain us with tales of local legends and characters on a walking tour of The City of Tribes while pointing out some of the best places to eat and drink in the town centre. Tonight, you can put all this knowledge to use as you venture out to enjoy a night on the town.

Overnight—Hardiman Hotel or similar, Galway (B)

DAY 7 - May 8, 2026

This morning we leave Galway along the Wild Atlantic Way and make our way to the seaside town of Doolin. Here we will board a ferry to Inis Oírr the most easterly of the Aran Islands. Our cruise back to the mainland takes us along the mighty Cliffs of Moher where you will gain a unique view of the cliffs from the Atlantic. In Doolin we are met by Ollie who will take us on a mouth-watering food tour of West Clare, where you will meet producers of local produce, ending with a fish supper on the pier.

Dinner/Overnight – Lahinch Coast Hotel or similar, Lahinch (B,D)

DAY 8 - May 9, 2026

Heading south, we take a panoramic tour of Limerick, home of King John’s Castle and the real-life setting of Frank McCourt’s book Angela’s Ashes. We stop in the picturesque village of Adare, so you may take a few photos of the thatched roof cottages that line the main street. After checking into your Killarney hotel your evening is at leisure, so make sure you explore the town and catch some of the live acts in the local pubs.

Overnight – Killarney Plaza Hotel or similar, Killarney (B)

DAY 9 - May 10, 2026

After breakfast we are met by a group of local jarveys to take a jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park. Next, we embark on one of the most scenic drives in Ireland, if not the world, the Ring of Kerry. As we make our way around the twists and turns of the Ring you will have plenty of opportunities for photos as well as tea or coffee in one of the many villages along the route. Our lunch stop will be the colourful town of Kenmare, where several boutiques and cafes line the streets. From here we head to Kissane Sheep Farm where we are treated to a delightful display of sheepdogs hard at work herding their flock. This evening we have dinner in our hotel followed by the Gaelic Roots Show, a traditional Irish show in Killarney.

Dinner/ Overnight – Killarney Plaza Hotel or similar, Killarney (B,D)

DAY 10 - May 11, 2026

Leaving Killarney today we head east towards Blarney Castle for a chance to kiss the legendary Blarney Stone and gain the gift of eloquence (optional). After, we will make our way to the town of Cashel where there will be some free time to grab a spot of lunch before visiting the Rock of Cashel.

Legend has it the devil himself formed it when taking a bite out of a nearby mountain, breaking his teeth and then spitting the rock out which landed at the site in Cashel. However, the medieval buildings, built in the 12th, 13th, and 15th century, that sit on the rock are the true sight to behold. From here we make the final portion of our trip and return to Dublin where your driver/guide will bid you a fond farewell.

Overnight – Camden Court Hotel or similar (4*) (B)

DAY 11 - May 12, 2026

Today is yours to discover Dublin using your Hop On/Hop Off sightseeing ticket. Recommended visits to EPIC, where the emigration story is brought to life, the library at Trinity College to view The Book of Kells, Kilmainham Gaol, Phoenix Park, and Glasnevin Cemetery may fill your day!
Overnight – Camden Court Hotel or Similar (4*) (B)

DAY 12- May 13, 2026

A final breakfast before a group transfer will take you to Dublin Airport for your flight home.

COST INCLUDES:

• Roundtrip airfare from Toronto to Dublin
• Fully Escorted from Toronto
• Transportation Day 2 – 10 as per itinerary by modern touring coach with an experienced local Irish driver / touring guide
• 10 nights accommodation in first class hotels with Full Irish breakfast daily
• Welcome brunch at Man O War
• 2-evening meals in hotels (Kilronan Castle and Killarney Plaza Hotel)
• Belfast Supper at the Old Inn in Crawfordsburn
• Walking tour of the “Walls of Derry"
• Visit Irish House in Donegal
  
• Walking Tour of Galway
  
• Cruise to Inis Oirr and Cliffs of Moher
  
• Burren Food Tour ending with a fish supper
  
• Panoramic tour of Limerick
  
• Ring of Kerry Scenic Drive
  
• Sheepdog Experience in Kerry
  
• Jaunting Car Ride in Killarney
  
• Hop on/Hop Off Sightseeing ticket in Dublin
  
• Visits and admissions to: Titanic Centre, Giants Causeway, Gaelic Roots Show, Blarney Stone, Rock of Cashel
  
• BST professional fee
• All taxes and fees

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Items of a personal nature such as food and drink, unless specified in itinerary
  
• Out of province medical insurance, trip cancellation, and/or trip interruption insurance
• New government taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases beyond our control Fees for passports or visas that may be required

COST PER PERSON in Canadian Dollars

• Twin $6,799.00 (includes 1014.26 taxes/fees)

• Single $8,499.00 (includes 1057.36 taxes/fees)

• To Confirm Space on the Tour, a non-refundable deposit of $1000.00 per person is required at time of booking. Balance of payment is due Feb 28, 2026.

• At the time of booking, we will also require a photocopy of the information page of your passport indicating that it is valid for six months following the date of your return to Canada.

• Blowes & Stewart Travel Group Ltd. highly recommends the purchase of Cancellation & Trip Interruption Insurance as well as Out-of-Province Medical Insurance Coverage for your holiday. Full terms and conditions of booking and travel as per Terms and Conditions found on the Blowes & Stewart Travel Group Ltd. website at www.bstvacations.ca

• This trip will be escorted from Toronto

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BST Escorted Group Terms & Conditions

(These Terms & Conditions do not apply to Charters. Separate T & C apply.)

Please carefully review the Terms & Conditions outlined below. Any reservation made with BST constitutes a binding agreement signifying your acceptance of, and your agreement to follow, these Terms & Conditions, and to be bound by them.

To process your reservation, we will need your personal information including your name, address, telephone number, email address, passport number, date of birth, citizenship, and information you have disclosed regarding health, medical, dietary, mobility and other special requirements. BST will require a copy of your valid passport at time of deposit.

Deposit and Final Payment

Deposit is due at time of booking to secure your reservation. The deposit amount due is $1000.00 CAD per person. The final payment deadline is due in our office on or before the date included on your invoice.

All payments once received are non-refundable. Please refer to insurance sections below.

Please make cheques payable to Blowes and Stewart Travel. We also accept in-office cash / debit payments, or Visa, Mastercard and American Express credit cards.

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The Company reserves the right to cancel a reservation if payment has not been received by the specified due date. Final Travel details will be issued 2 weeks prior to departure.

Not Included in the Trip Cost

All quoted trip costs do not include items of a personal nature such as but not limited to; medical insurance, cancellation/interruption insurance, alcoholic beverages, gratuities, phone calls, airline baggage fees where applicable and meals that are not included or listed in the itinerary.

Escorted Group Cancellation Policy

All escorted groups require a minimum number of passengers to travel. Should minimum numbers not been reached, the Company has the right to cancel the tour with a full refund to the passengers booked. Refund will be processed in manner received. Tours unable to operate due to Travel Advisory, acts of God, Terrorism or any other event and no fault of BST, will be subject to cancellation charges as listed above.

BST highly recommends the purchase of cancellation/interruption insurance for all trips. BST will not be held responsible for loss of monies due to cancellation/changes. Your travel advisor will review your travel insurance options at booking.

Medical insurance is mandatory for all trips outside of the Province of Ontario. If client has out of province medical insurance with a separate insurance provider, BST must be advised of insurance company name, policy number & company contact information prior to trip commencement.

Persons leaving the tour during operation will not receive a refund of unused services and all costs of returning to the point of embarkation will be borne by the client. For additional information on packages/plans offered, please visit

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Global Pandemic

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Customer agrees to follow all current and future regulations/protocols set forth for safety in compliance with government policies at your own expense.

BST is not responsible for any fees for, or associated with, mandatory government testing in destination or for returning to Canada, quarantine or expenses relating to any Global Pandemic or similar. If additional insurance protection is declined, it remains the customer's responsibility to verify if their travel insurance policy covers a Global Pandemic.

BST will not be held liable should customers be denied boarding due to insufficient proof of a negative Global Pandemic test prior to departure, or displaying symptoms of a Global Pandemic upon check in. No monies will be refunded to customers who have been denied boarding or refunded at port of entry.

Additional Notes

All prices listed are per person in Canadian Dollars unless otherwise noted. Pricing is based on supplier cost, currency exchange rates and conditions in effect at the time of brochure printing. Final payment may fluctuate based on changes to the currency exchange at that time. Should there be a pricing increase, a maximum of 7% of base cost, may be applied, or to the taxes and/or government-imposed fees, fuel surcharges or additional airline fees before final payment, these increased charges will be levied to the customer and applied to the final invoice. No additional surcharges may be applied after the trip is paid in full. All trips may be subject to change in situations beyond our control