Gems of the Emerald Isle

with Dyersville Area Chamber of Commerce

October 07, 2026 to October 15, 2026

Day 1: 10/07/2026 - USA - Ireland

Fly transatlantic overnight to Ireland. Enjoy in flight amenities.

Day 2: 10/08/2026 - Arrive in Ireland

Welcome to Ireland. Upon arrival, you are met at the airport and transferred to your hotel located in Limerick. Perfectly placed and set within the vibrant shopping district of Limerick City. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing and enjoying your surroundings.

Day 3: 10/09/2026 - Cliffs of Moher & Galway

This morning, enjoy a guided journey towards the Clare coast to the Cliffs of Moher, where a magical vista awaits you. The cliffs are six hundred feet high and span for six miles along the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare. O'Brien's Tower stands proudly on a headland of the majestic Cliffs. From the Cliffs one can see the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, as well as The Twelve Pins and the Maum Turk Mountains in Connemara. Afterward, travel along the Wild Atlantic Way, which hugs the coastline, to the city of Galway. This coastal city is the birthplace of the Claddagh ring, symbolizing love, loyalty, and friendship. Enjoy free time to explore the shops, cafés, and pubs on the bustling Quay Street. Later, return to Limerick. (B)

Day 4: 10/10/2026 - Dingle Excursion

Our included tour today features panoramic views of the Dingle Peninsula on the way to the Blasket Island Center. Learn about the way of life and unique literary achievements on this string of remote offshore islands which were last inhabited in 1953. Visit Dingle, which many may recognize as the film setting for Ryan's Daughter. Enjoy this market town and fishing port. Later, we will return to Limerick. (B)

Day 5: 10/11/2026 - Limerick - Blarney

Day at leisure. Take an optional trip to Blarney Castle where you can kiss the Blarney Stone for the gift of gab! (B

Day 6: 10/12/2026 - Killarney

Today, journey to Killarney and delve into the beauty of Killarney National Park with a traditional jaunting car ride. Known once as Ireland's iconic mode of transport, your guide shares captivating stories of local folklore, history, and legends. Afterwards, enjoy free time to stroll through the charming town of Killarney, where you can shop, dine, or explore at your leisure. (B)

Day 7: 10/13/2026 - Limerick - Blarney

March 11th departure (St. Patrick's Festival): Today is the perfect day to explore on your own! Take in all of the festivities of St. Patrick's Day in true Irish style. Limerick's St. Patrick's Festival celebrations will burst into life at midday for Ireland's largest regional St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade will feature thousands of participants from various community groups, companies, bands and sports clubs from across Limerick and further afield. Join us this evening for an optional medieval banquet at Bunratty. (B) Other departure dates (King John's Castle): Today you are free to explore on your own or take an optional tour to King John's Castle. Enjoy a stroll through Limerick, Ireland. Explore many famous Irish landmarks, theatrical and sporting events, only a short walk or taxi-ride away from your base at The Savoy. Spend time browsing through the antique and clothing boutiques and getting acquainted with the local people in one of the many restaurants and pubs. Join us this evening for an optional medieval banquet at Bunratty. (B)

Day 8: 10/14/2026 - CASHEL - KILKENNY

Today, you will depart for the small town of Cashel, where you will pause to visit the unforgettable Rock of Cashel. The dramatic limestone rock crowned with secular and religious buildings dominates the flat countryside for miles around. Travel onwards to historic Kilkenny. In medieval times this was a prosperous trading center and even today the narrow streets still follow ancient routes. Visit Kilkenny Castle, built in the 13th century, home to the powerful Butler family for almost 600 years. After visiting Kilkenny, transfer to Dublin for the remaining evening at leisure and overnight stay. (B)

Day 9: 10/15/2026 - Ireland - USA

Farewell to Dublin and Ireland. Transfer to the airport for our flight home. (B
LEGEND: ( ) = Included meal, B = Breakfast, D = Dinner, DB = Dinner Banquet, L = Lunch
• Round trip scheduled airfare from home city listed on program brochure<br/>• Round trip transfers between airports and hotel<br/>• Personal airport VIP greeting and check-in service<br/>• Pre-departure orientation<br/>• 6 nights hotel accommodation in Limerick<br/>• 1 night hotel accommodation in Dublin<br/>• Breakfast provided each morning<br/>• Discovery Program Guide<br/>• Cliffs of Moher<br/>• Rock of Cashel<br/>• Kilkenny Castle<br/>• Excursion to Dingle Peninsula<br/>• Excursion to Galway
Room Type 
Price Per Person
Single
$5399.00
Twin
$4599.00
Double
$4599.00
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Optional Bunratty Castle - Medieval Banquet - 2026/2027
Experience a truly unique entertainment and dining experience in the iconic setting of the world famous Bunratty Castle. The lifestyle of medieval Ireland is recaptured at the Castles with our medieval banquet nights. Once the preserve of the nobility who resided in these fortresses, it can now be experienced by everyone. Delight in a four course meal in this historic castle and be entertained by the world famous Bunratty Castle Singers. Enjoy Music, song and dance while you dine in the Great Hall of Bunratty Castle. Menu: Bunratty Mead,Spiced Parsnip Soup served with Irish Soda Bread, World Famous Bunratty Spare Ribs with Honey & Whiskey Sauce, Pan Fried Supreme of Chicken, Fresh Garden Vegetables, Baby Roast Potato & Bordelaise Sauce, "Rastin" - A Bramley Apple & Cinnamon Crunch, Served with Chantilly Cream, Freshly Brewed Coffee & Tea
Per Person Price: $169.00
Blarney Castle Optional Tour - 2026/2027
Full day tour.
Enjoy an excursion to Blarney where you’ll enjoy a tour of Blarney Castle and have the opportunity to “Kiss the Blarney Stone” if you wish!! Blarney Castle was built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy, and has been attracting attention beyond Munster ever since. Over the last few hundred years, millions have flocked to Blarney, making it a world landmark and one of Ireland’s greatest treasures. Kiss the Blarney Stone... Climb the steps as the great and good have done before you to kiss the world famous Blarney Stone and gain the gift of eloquence.
Per Person Price: $109.00
*Optional Tours and Tour Extensions require minimum participation numbers and as such are subject to cancellation, change and price changes based upon participation rates.*
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For More Information Contact:
Dyersville Area Chamber of Commerce, 1100 16th Ave Ct Se, Dyersville, Iowa 52040
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