Tradecraft Travel presents · A Collette guided departure
Shades of Ireland 2028
Atlantic cliffs, lively cities, and a castle stay.
Follow a broad sweep of Ireland, from Dublin and Waterford to Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, and the Cliffs of Moher. Along the way, spend time with local crafts, food, and history before a final night at Cabra Castle.
March 31–April 9, 2028
10 days · 8 hotel nights · From $4,999 per person, double occupancy; air-inclusive from Washington (WAS)
Continue to Collette’s group booking page for this Tradecraft Travel departure. Review live availability, the full itinerary, and booking terms there.
The journey
10 days · 8 hotel nights
At the table
13 meals · 8 breakfasts, 5 dinners
Travel style
Level 2 · balanced pace
Your advisor
Jack Buchanan · Tradecraft Travel
Why this journey
Ireland’s character, from coast to castle.
A varied Irish route
Combine Dublin’s streets and historic Waterford with the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, and time in Galway.
Local culture, built in
Visit Powerscourt Estate and its distillery, choose between Waterford Crystal and the Medieval Museum, and see a working sheepdog demonstration.
A castle-night finish
Explore Athlone before an overnight stay on the grounds of Cabra Castle and a farewell dinner. Listed hotels may change.
Cliffs of Moher. Image courtesy of Collette.
A taste of Ireland
Collette’s Ireland destination preview · 30 seconds
Video courtesy of Collette. This is a general Ireland destination preview, not a depiction of every stop on this departure. See the day-by-day itinerary below for included experiences.
Price & reservation dates
Your air-inclusive offer
From $4,999
USD per person, based on double occupancy
Save $300 per person with Collette’s advertised air-inclusive Book Now offer through October 1, 2027. Current availability and the final quote are confirmed by Collette.
Single: $5,899 per person
Triple: $4,949 per person
Plan around these dates
Recommended booking target: September 24, 2027
Our early booking target allows time before Collette’s October 1, 2027 group-space reduction and offer deadline. Space is subject to availability; it is not guaranteed until confirmed.
Deposit: $698 per person, due when reserving.
Final payment: January 1, 2028.
The brochure states deposits are refundable through October 1, 2027. Cancellation and change penalties may apply afterward; review Collette’s full terms before paying.
Rates are per person in USD, based on the air-inclusive package from Washington (WAS), and subject to change before deposit and Collette confirmation. Once confirmed with deposit, the brochure’s price guarantee excludes increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. Ask for current rates after October 1, 2027. Single rooms are limited. Group economy-air rates and schedules assume at least 10 travelers on the same flights and dates.
What you are booking
Included, optional, and worth knowing
Included in the package
- Round-trip economy air from Washington (WAS), plus air taxes and fees/surcharges
- Scheduled airport-to-hotel transfers with the air-inclusive package
- 8 hotel nights in the listed hotels or alternatives
- 13 meals · 8 breakfasts, 5 dinners
- The included sightseeing and experiences in Collette’s itinerary
- Collette’s guided tour arrangements and Tour Manager
Budget separately for
- Optional cancellation waiver and insurance: $599 per person. If selected, payment is due with your first deposit; terms and eligibility apply
- Tour Manager, driver, and other applicable gratuities
- Meals not listed, personal purchases, and optional experiences
- Passport or other required travel documents
- Air upgrades, optional extensions, extra hotel nights, or other separately quoted arrangements
Day by day
The route at a glance
A concise guide to the current group itinerary. Collette may change the sequence, hotels, or activities; its booking documents govern the trip.
Photos illustrate itinerary locations and are cropped to fit. Seasonal conditions, lighting and flight views vary. Hotel imagery shows a planned stay; alternate hotels may be used.
Day 1 · Friday, March 31
Overnight flight
Depart the United States for Ireland on an overnight flight.
Day 2 · Saturday, April 1
Arrive in Dublin
Settle into Dublin with free time before an Irish dinner and entertainment. Dinner included.
Day 3 · Sunday, April 2
Dublin, with room to explore
A local guide introduces the city, including St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The afternoon is free; the Guinness Storehouse visit and dinner are optional, at additional cost. Breakfast included.
Day 4 · Monday, April 3
Powerscourt & Waterford
Explore Powerscourt’s gardens and distillery, then walk Waterford. Choose an included Waterford Crystal factory visit or the Medieval Museum with wine in the Mayor’s Wine Vault. Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 5 · Tuesday, April 4
Blarney Castle & Killarney
Visit Blarney Castle en route to Killarney. Kissing the stone is optional and requires 128 narrow steps. Choose your included dinner from selected local restaurants. Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 6 · Wednesday, April 5
The Ring of Kerry
Follow the coastal circuit, stop at the Gap of Dunloe, and taste beer at a local artisan brewery. A traditional jaunting-car ride is weather dependent. Breakfast included.
Day 7 · Thursday, April 6
Cliffs of Moher & Limerick
Take in the Atlantic cliffs before a panoramic introduction to Limerick. A medieval castle banquet is an optional extra. Breakfast included.
Day 8 · Friday, April 7
The Burren & Galway
Travel through the Burren, watch a sheepdog demonstration, and enjoy free time in Galway before returning to Limerick. Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 9 · Saturday, April 8
Athlone & a castle stay
Visit Athlone Castle and spend time in town before continuing to Cabra Castle in Kingscourt for your final overnight and farewell dinner. Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 10 · Sunday, April 9
Return home
The tour ends in Kingscourt. The air-inclusive package’s departure transfers use Dublin Airport. Breakfast included.
Where you will stay: Planned hotels: Herbert Park Hotel, Dublin (2 nights); Granville Hotel, Waterford (1); Killarney Oaks Hotel (2); Absolute Hotel, Limerick (2); Cabra Castle, Kingscourt (1). Collette may use alternate hotels.
Is it a good fit?
A balanced pace, with some active days.
Collette rates this tour Level 2. Expect roughly two to three miles of walking over a day, cobblestones, moderate hills, and stairs. The Blarney Stone climb is optional. The Cliffs of Moher can be windy and wet, and the jaunting-car ride depends on weather. Discuss any assistance needs before booking.
Collette lists an average of 37 travelers, with a maximum of 44. Tell Jack and Collette about assistance or dietary needs before booking so you can review what can be accommodated.
Firsthand perspective from Jack
Jack has visited Ireland and can help you assess the itinerary, pace, and practical details before you commit. You can book directly through the Collette link or ask a question first.
Before you reserve
A few useful answers
Can I extend the trip?
Collette lists optional three-night London pre-tour and Edinburgh post-tour extensions. They cost extra and are subject to availability. Use the group booking page for current extension details and pricing.
Does this include flights?
The advertised offer is an air-inclusive package from Washington (WAS), with round-trip economy air, air taxes and fees/surcharges, and scheduled airport-to-hotel transfers. Airline, airport, routing, and schedules are confirmed through Collette; this is not a promise of nonstop flights. Ask Jack about other gateways or land-only arrangements.
Will Jack be leading the tour?
This is a Collette guided departure offered through Tradecraft Travel. Jack is your travel advisor; his attendance as a tour host is not included or promised.
For the complete itinerary, important tour information, current availability, and Collette’s reservation terms, use the official group booking page. Booking number: 1483947. Pricing and itinerary summarized from the October 13, 2026 group brochure.
Your next step
Ready to explore Ireland?
Review the departure and reserve with Collette, or talk with Jack about whether it is right for you.
Call 571-571-7573 · Email Jack@tradecrafttravel.com