Irish Culture is a unique blend of rich history, diverse traditions, vibrant music, mouth-watering cuisine, and lively dance. It has captured the imagination of people worldwide thanks to its unique charm and warmth. From the rolling green hills of the countryside to the bustling streets of Dublin, Irish Culture is a treasure trove of experiences waiting to be explored.
Irish culture’s history is as rich and complex as the culture itself. The history of Ireland is one of struggle, resilience, and triumph from the ancient Celts to the present-day Republic of Ireland,
See the birthplace of the Titanic: this fascinating museum was built to honor the 100th anniversary of the ship’s sinking. The 6-floor building tells the story of the Titanic, from her conception in Belfast in the early 1900s, through her construction and launch, to her famous maiden voyage and tragic end.
Zitango Travel will take you on a journey through Irish Culture’s intricacies. You will learn about its rich history, unique traditions, mouth-watering cuisine, lively music, and energetic dance. So, buckle up and get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Irish Culture with Zitango.
Your Irish Culture tour begins in Dublin City, a place where tradition and cultural heritage have emerged seamlessly over the centuries to create a unique atmosphere. Your first stop is Trinity College-proceed through the grounds of this hallowed education site. You view the Book of Kells, which has been described as “the most beautiful book in the world.”
Then visit St Patrick’s Cathedral to wonder at the majestic presence of this Dublin landmark. After your guided tour, you will enjoy a panoramic tour of Phoenix Park. Travel back to your base after a full day of visiting Dublin’s sights and shops!
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Today you embark on a full day tour of the historical Boyne Valley Region. For thousands of years, the Boyne Valley was the center of civilization in Ireland and today hundreds of thousands of visitors are still captivated by the surviving monuments to past glories.
You will travel to the Newgrange / Brú na Bóinne Visitors Centre World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Here you will see an extensive exhibition including a full scale replica of the chamber at Newgrange as well as a full model of one of the smaller tombs at Knowth.
Your final stop before our return to Dublin is the majestic Hill of Tara. Famous as the Seat of the High Kings of Ireland, the Hill of Tara has been an important site since the late Stone Age. Tara was a political and religious center in early Christianity spread in Ireland, the site still retains its air of mysticism.
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Travel northwards to Belfast which is only 2 ½ hours away on the motorway.
Enjoy a city tour of Northern Ireland’s Capital which has been voted one of Europe’s most fashionable cities. See the birthplace of the Titanic: this fascinating museum was built to honor the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the ship. The 6-floor building tells the story of the Titanic, from her conception in Belfast in the early 1900s, through her construction and launch, to her famous maiden voyage and tragic end. The adventure begins the moment you walk through the door and into the building’s giant atrium surrounded by the four ‘ship’s hull’ shaped wings which house the Titanic Experience.
Following your visit, you are taken on a panoramic tour of the City. You will pass by the Belfast City Hall: built-in 1906, in classical Renaissance style, in Portland stone, the crowning feature of the City Hall is the main dome and see the peace wall, allowing you to see the very wall that divides the two communities even to this day.
Return to Dublin in the late afternoon.
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You are southwards bound to the “Garden of Ireland.”
Your journey down through the picturesque town of Enniskerry. You will stop at Powerscourt Gardens. Beautiful formal gardens, steep terraces, flamboyant fountains, statuary, and the dramatic backdrop of the Sugar Loaf Mountain make Powerscourt Estate one of the loveliest gardens in Ireland. Enjoy some walks around this truly marvelous estate, and there are also some craft and fashion stores for you to meander through.
Afterward, your Irish Culture continues further southwards to Glendalough, famed for its beautiful and historic scenery by two lakes. One of Ireland’s most impressive clusters of medieval monastic monuments is situated here, as well as an interpretative center. There are lovely walks by the lakeshore and in the surrounding hills.
In the late afternoon, return back to Dublin.
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Leaving Dublin this morning you meet your driver at your hotel lobby and travel to the medieval city of Kilkenny. Kilkenny –from the Gaelic “Cill Ceannaigh”, was named after a 6thcentury monk called St. Canice. The Normans arrived in the twelfth century and their legacy remains in the superb and fully restored Kilkenny Castle. You can take a tour of Kilkenny Castle and then enjoy some free time to discover the many craft stores located in this medieval city.
Return to Dublin around 5 p.m.
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Today you will depart Dublin and travel to the picturesque fishing villages of Malahide & Howth.
Afterward, visit Malahide Castle, a fortress and a private home for nearly eight hundred years and an interesting mix of architectural styles. The Talbot family lived here from 1185 to 1973 when the last Lord Talbot died.
Meanwhile, the house is furnished with beautiful period furniture together with an extensive collection of Irish portrait paintings, mainly from the National Gallery. The history of the Talbot family is recorded in the Great Hall, with portraits of generations of the family telling their own story of Ireland’s stormy history. One of the more poignant legends concerns the morning of the Battle of the Boyne in 1690, when fourteen members of the family breakfasted together in this room, never to return, as all were dead by nightfall.
Following your visit, firstly continue to the nearby village of Howth. Here, take a soft climb up the summit of Howth Head and enjoy the spectacular views.
In the late afternoon, return to your hotel.
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The Irish Culture tour comes to an end. Today is the last day of your journey in Ireland.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Dublin International Airport for your home flight.
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Price per person in double occupancy
The rate is based on 4-star accommodation
Price excluding international flights
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