Ireland in a Week Reunion | Summer | 2026
- Overview
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- FAQ
- Dates
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Ireland and Northern Ireland with the "Ireland in a Week Reunion" tour in summer 2026. This coach tour offers a perfect blend of sightseeing, history, and cultural experiences. Begin in Dublin, exploring its vibrant streets and the lively Temple Bar area. Discover Kilkenny's medieval charm, sample whiskey at Jameson's Distillery, and kiss the Blarney Stone for the "gift of the gab." Marvel at the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher and soak in Galway's lively atmosphere. Walk the historic walls of Derry/Londonderry, visit the Giant's Causeway, and explore Belfast with a local guide. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and savor included breakfasts and dinners. This tour promises a seamless and scenic journey through the Emerald Isle, with opportunities for bicycle exploration in select cities. Conclude your adventure back in Dublin, with memories to last a lifetime.
Highlights
- Explore the vibrant city of Dublin, including the lively Temple Bar area.
- Visit Kilkenny to experience its medieval charm, including a castle and cathedral.
- Sample whiskey at the Jameson's Distillery in Midleton.
- Kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle for the 'gift of the gab'.
- Marvel at the stunning Cliffs of Moher, a famous film location.
- Discover the atmospheric city of Galway, known for its live music and colorful streets.
- Walk the historic 17th-century walls of Derry/Londonderry.
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Giant's Causeway.
- Explore Belfast, including a visit to the Titanic Museum.
Mode of Transport
Accommodation
Free Time Add-On Farewell Dinner
Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
- Blarney Castle: Your chance to kiss the Blarney Stone and get the ‘gift of the gab’. And to visit the medieval Irish castle.
- Cliffs of Moher: These rugged, photogenic cliffs have been the star of many films, including a Harry Potter one.
- Galway: Tread the cobbles of this well-loved Irish city with your new Contiki crew. See Lynch’s Castle, Eyre Square and all the best pubs.
- Derry/Londonderry: One for the history fans. Take a look around Ireland’s only walled city, built in the 17th Century.
- Giant's Causeway: Sure, rock formations may sound a bit dull on paper, but this quirky natural wonder has to be seen to be believed.
- Belfast: Hang with a local guide to see all the landmarks and learn about the city’s checkered history.
FAQs
- London: Travelling to (and through) the UK & Northern Ireland? You’ll need Essential Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)From?January 8, 2025, UK law means that if you’re entering/transiting through border control in the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland you’ll need an?Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)?before you travel. Confused? Don’t be – just read on here.
- London: What does a modular trip mean? A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
- Dublin: What currency is used in Ireland? When you’re in the Republic of Ireland (or just Ireland), the currency used is Euros. In Northern Ireland, you’ll have to use the British Pound.
- Dublin: What should I pack? Weather in Ireland varies between the seasons, and can be somewhat unpredictable. The Irish like to say that you can expect 4 seasons in one day! In summer we recommend packing comfortable shoes for walking, a light waterproof jacket and UV protection such as a hat and sunscreen. In winter, we recommend warmer clothes; comfortable shoes for walking, a thick waterproof jacket, beanie, scarf, gloves, and an umbrella as backup.
- Dublin: What will the weather be like? Depending on the time of year you decide to travel to Ireland, the weather can vary quite a bit. In summer you will typically find the driest and warmest days, with temperatures ranging from 13 degrees to 24 degrees, and longer daylight hours. Winter visitors can expect much colder conditions, with temperatures ranging from 2 degrees to 10 degrees, shorter daylight hours and higher likelihood of wind and rain. A common saying in Ireland is ‘If you don’t like the weather just wait five minutes’ as the conditions can change throughout the day.
Destinations
- Europe
- Ireland
- Northern Ireland
Tour Types
- Sightseeing
- History
- Cultural
- Walking
- Cycling
- Coach tours (worldwide)
Location: Dublin, Temple Bar, Dublin
Céad míle fáilte, meaning one hundred thousand welcomes, is what you get in this city packed with heritage, character, and more cute pubs than you could crawl in a week. Meet up with your Trip Manager this afternoon, then meet your new travel squad for dinner and then end the day with a lively night of festivities at the cobbled lanes of Temple Bar. Guinness, anyone?**Please note this trip is available exclusively to Contiki Past Passengers, or those travelling with a Contiki Past Passenger, aged 35-45
Accommodation Name: Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar)
Meals: Dinner
Location: Dublin, Kilkenny, Clonmel, Midleton
That's us done with Dublin…for now. But fear not Dub-lovers, we'll get another taste of this fine place before our trip comes to an end. Wanna break up your coach hangs with some bicycle time? Then choose to join us for a bike ride in a city sure to leave you wanting Irish in your blood. Explore the castle, a cathedral and take in all of the medieval charm that Kilkenny has to offer before we hit the road again. Welcome to Clonmel! Opt to sample some of Ireland's famous whiskey at the Jameson's Distillery in Midleton. After we arrive in the evening, we'll tuck into an included dinner and then head off into town together to explore.
Accommodation Name: Talbot Hotel Clonmel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Location: Clonmel, Blarney Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Galway
Clonmel, it's been fun, but we have to leave you now. Next up, we're off to an Irish city that was propelled into the pop culture stratosphere by none other than Ed Sheeran. Anyone wanna guess where? Irish folklore tells us there's a chunk of limestone built into a castle that grants its kissers the gift of the gab. Pucker up kids, we're paying her a visit! Whether heights are your cup of Irish Breakfast or not, these impressive cliff faces are not to be missed! From the moment we arrive in Galway, you'll understand why 2 nights were needed here. Everything you've dreamed Ireland to be is tucked into this small, atmospheric city. Step into a local pub and down Irish stew over live music and chats with locals. Outside will be just as lively, with buskers & colourful buildings lining the streets.
Accommodation Name: Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Galway, Aran Islands, Dún Aonghasa
Try your tongue at some Gaelic and carry on exploring gorgeous Galway. Or, if you hear the call of the wild, you can sign yourself up to a ferry ride to Aran Islands in summer where you can dance around with horses and take a bike ride around the picturesque farms, or head up to Dún Aonghasa (the ruins of a prehistoric fortress) - make sure you take photos, this area is not for the faint-hearted! Irish life, you so sweet.
Accommodation Name: Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Location: Galway, Derry/Londonderry
Goodbye Galway, hello more Irish eye-candy. Here the 17th century walls stand at 8 metres high speaking of times gone by when this area was in battle. Times may have changed, but we're still keen to soak up the history and learn a thing or two from our wise Local Guide. What next? You can choose to meet a 4th generation shepherd at his farm for a rural Irish experience. Or even choose to head out for a Bogside walking tour. This day is as Irish as it gets!
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Derry (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Giant's Causeway, Belfast
Today we've got a one way ticket to Belfast and a whole lot more exploration to do. UNESCO World Heritage site of the Giant’s Causeway - also known as those giant rock columns you've probably drooled over on Pinterest, needs to be seen to be believed. Get those hashtags ready, a snap with the group is essential on the mind-blowing natural formation. Next up - we'll arrive in Belfast. Concluding the day will be a driving tour and an optional trip to the Titanic museum where the world's most famous ship was built.
Accommodation Name: Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Belfast, Dublin, Guinness Storehouse
With one night left in Ireland and on tour, we're on the fast track to Dublin where our Irish fairytale first began. A promise is a promise. Here we are back in the city that started our Ireland infatuations. Use this second stint to do your missed critical activities such as visiting the Guinness Storehouse where you can learn how to pull a pint the Irish way. Tonight you can choose to end your week in Ireland at a Free Time Add-On farewell dinner.
Accommodation Name: Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Dublin
We leave Ireland today with leprechauns in our hearts and memories in our souls. Say goodbye at breakfast as it will be the last bite our crew has together.<br/>
Meals: Breakfast
Included
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Blarney Castle
-Your chance to kiss the Blarney Stone and get the 'gift of the gab'. And to visit the medieval Irish castle.
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Cliffs of Moher
-Visit the rugged, photogenic cliffs that have been the star of many films, including a Harry Potter one.
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Galway
-Explore the cobbles of this well-loved Irish city with your new Contiki crew. See Lynch's Castle, Eyre Square, and all the best pubs.
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Derry/Londonderry
-Take a look around Ireland's only walled city, built in the 17th Century, perfect for history fans.
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Giant's Causeway
-Visit this quirky natural wonder, a must-see rock formation.
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Belfast
-Hang with a local guide to see all the landmarks and learn about the city's checkered history.
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Transport
-Travel across Ireland and Northern Ireland by coach, with opportunities for bicycle exploration in select cities, ensuring a seamless and scenic journey through the Emerald Isle.
Not Included
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Free Time Add-On Farewell Dinner
-The farewell dinner on the last night in Dublin is not included and is available as a Free Time Add-On.
| Dates | Price | ||
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12-Aug-2026
for 0 Nights |
Single | £1662.00 | |
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12-Aug-2026
for 0 Nights |
Twin | £1335.00 | |
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12-Aug-2026
for 0 Nights |
Twin Share | £1335.00 |
