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The Emerald Isle
Back-Roads touring
Select travel dates and seasonal surcharges may apply
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What to expect
Have you ever kissed a stone upside down for good luck? Or slumbered in the storied halls of an 18th-century castle? These are just some of the unique and unexpected experiences you’ll relish on this Irish journey, with each encounter revealing more of the country’s captivating heritage and culture. Inhale the salty sea air of the North Irish Coast, tap your toes to the ballad of Dan O’Hara and admire the intricate interiors of a traditional cottage orné. With us, you won’t just discover a local way of life in the Emerald Isle – you'll become a part of it.
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Culture and history
Gourmet food and drinks
Outdoor activities
Stunning landscapes and sights
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Couples getaway
Friends getaway
Premium experiences
Solo travellers
What's included
13 day Back-Roads Tour - The Emerald Isla, Dublin return
12 nights in handpicked accommodation
18 meals - 12 breakfast and 6 dinners
18 guests (max)
Experienced Tour leader and Driver
Luxury minicoach
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Included experiences:
Visit Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre
Entrance to Titanic Museum
Cab driving tour in Belfast with local guide
Visit Giant’s Causeway
Walking tour of Derry with local guide
Visit Doagh Famine Village
Entrance to Ulster American Folk Park
Visit Belleek Pottery Centre
Visit a local oyster farm
Welcome walk of Galway with Tour Leader
Visit Cliffs of Moher
Visit Gallarus Oratory
Visit The Blasket Centre
Visit Blarney Castle
Walking tour of Kinsale with local guide
Whisky tasting at Jameson Midleton Distillery
Visit Swiss Cottage
Visit Ballykilcavan Farm and Brewery
Tour Highlights:
Soak up stories of Northern Ireland's history on a tour of Belfast’s street art
Feel the solid basalt columns of the legendary Giant’s Causeway beneath your feet
Be blessed with the ‘gift of the gab’ while visiting the iconic Blarney Castle
Uncover the magnificent Cliffs of Moher – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
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Solo pricing:
Starts from $9,069 per person
Terms and conditions
*2027 Price Freeze Terms and Conditions. 2027 tours are frozen at 2026 prices, based on like for like week of departure date. Where no departure within the same week of travel, the 2027 price is frozen against the closest previous 2026 departure date. Price freeze is applicable to bookings made from 7 May to 30 June 2026, subject to availability.
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The price freeze promotion excludes all new tours: London Uncovered, Iceland: Sagas and Springs, A Tale of Yorkshire Tradition, and Balkan Treasures: Albania, North Macedonia and Kosovo. Price freeze does not apply to pre- or post-accommodation or transfers. Advertised price is per person twin share departing 29 Sept 2027, other departures available, seasonal surcharges apply. A non-refundable deposit of $200 per person is required at the time of booking. Subject to availability. Back-Roads Touring reserves the right to extend, amend or withdraw this offer at any time. Price correct as 11 May 2026. Ask your RAA Travel Advisor for more details.