Visit Ireland with Blackthorn
September 11 – 21, 2026
$3,995 – Land Only
Very limited single accommodations available for a supplemental payment of $1,095
Simply click on the “Book Now” button to the right and begin the secure booking process
Group air travel details will be available by November, 2025
Flight Information
Flight information and ticket price will be available from Delta Airlines in early November, 2025 and details will be posted here once provided.
Our Itinerary
Departure Day Friday, September 11
Enjoy non-stop service departing Detroit.
Day 1 Saturday, September 12
Céad míle fáilte! Upon arrival at Dublin Airport, meet our Irish driver/guide in the Arrivals Hall. Our flight is scheduled to arrive in the morning. Once everyone has convened, our driver/guide will escort us to our motorcoach to begin our journey which will be full of Irish culture, history, music and of course the hospitality the Irish are known for. Our first stop, the bustling city of Belfast, about a 2 hour journey North from Dublin. After some time to stroll the city and shake off the jet-lag, we will gather together for dinner.
Overnight: The Grand Central, Belfast (B, D)
Day 2 Sunday, September 13 
Today we join a local guide for a tour of Belfast City. This afternoon will be free to explore the city on our own. Perhaps a visit to award-winning St George’s Market, housed in a charming Victorian building. Visit the Titanic Museum or take a Black Taxi Tour to learn more about the city’s troubled past. Be sure to drop into the legendary Crown Liquor Saloon dating back to the 1880s and located just across the street from your hotel.
Overnight: The Grand Central, Belfast (B)
Day 3 Monday, September 14
Following breakfast, we drive north to the beautiful Antrim coast. After a brief photo stop at the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge it’s on to the Giant’s Causeway, a mass of 40,000 hexagonal basalt columns formed over 60 million years ago. Legends about giants abound, especially Finn McCool, a hardy Ulster hero. Check into the beautiful Galgorm Manor. After lunch we will visit the world-famous Bushmills Distillery for a tour and tasting. Dinner tonight in the Fratelli Ristorante.
Overnight: The Galgorm Manor, Antrim (B, D)
Day 4 Tuesday, September 15 
This morning visit Glenshane Farm and see the sheepdogs at work. Enjoy some tea and biscuits overlooking the Slieve Gallion, Lough Neagh and the Mourne mountains. After lunch return to Galgorm for a mesmerizing Falconry demonstration. You’ll have the opportunity to get up close and personal with these impressive birds of prey while strolling through the beautiful estate. Afterwards some free time to explore the grounds or the SPA. Dinner tonight in Gillies Grill
Overnight: The Galgorm Manor, Antrim (B, D)
Day 5 Wednesday, September 16
Today we will visit Derry where a local guide will take us on a walking tour of its medieval city walls. Learn about the city’s fascinating history. Some free time in Derry to have lunch on our own. Our next visit will be the Peacemakers Museum where we will learn how the North of Ireland moved from decades of violent conflict to the peace and prosperity it enjoys today.
Overnight: Sandhouse Hotel, Donegal (B, D)
Day 6 Thursday, September 17 
This morning visit Slieve League and experience a view that is guaranteed to take your breath away. A sheer drop of roughly 2,000 feet separates the Atlantic Ocean from the highest point of the cliffs. Next stop the Triona Design Center in Ardara. See the tweed making process from start to finish. Some time to shop and enjoy complimentary tea and freshly baked scones
Overnight: Sandhouse Hotel, Donegal (B, D)
Day 7 Friday, September 18
Today we travel south through Sligo, the inspiration for many of William Yeats’ poems, as make our way to the charming city of Westport. We will meet our guide for a walking tour while enjoying some local treats along the way. Westport is nestled safe at the foot of towering Croagh Patrick, overlooking Clew Bay and its enchanting islands.
Overnight: The Grace Hotel, Westport (B, D)
Day 8 Saturday, September 19 
Today enjoy some of the most picturesque touring in the Northwest. Starting at Clew Bay, reputed to have 365 islands, continue via Newport and across the Curraun Peninsula to reach Achill Island. Travel along the Atlantic drive to capture scenic views of steeply sloped mountains plunging into the Atlantic Ocean. See the Deserted Village, home to the remains of nearly 100 abandoned stone cottages.
Overnight: The Grace Hotel, Westport (B)
Day 9 Sunday, September 20
Leave Westport and travel to Clonmacnoise, a monastic settlement founded in 545AD. Set on the banks of the River Shannon, you will see elaborate high Celtic Crosses as you walk around the church ruins and ancient round towers. Next stop will be Athlone in time for lunch at one of the eateries along the River Shannon. Some time to browse the galleries and bookshops before boarding the coach. Farewell dinner tonight at our hotel.
Overnight: The Johnstown Estate Hotel, Meath (B, D)
Day 10 Monday, September 21
After breakfast drive to Dublin Airport. You will clear US Customs, Border Protection (Passport) and TSA in time for a little last minute Duty-Free shopping. You’ll arrive back in the U.S. as a “domestic” passenger making it convenient to connect to an onward flight or to exit the airport with ease. Safe home! (B)
Tour Highlights
- Guided Tour of Belfast
- Giant’s Causeway
- Bushmills Distillery
- Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge (Photo Stop)
- Glenshane Farm
- Walking tour of Derry
- Peacemakers Museum
- Slieve League
- Tiona Handweaves
- Achill Island
- Walking Tour of Westport
- Athlone
- Clonmacnoise
Details and other Things to Know about your tour
Your tour is subject to our terms and conditions. We strongly urge all travelers to become familiar with the details of your vacation investment before booking by reading our Terms and Conditions – simply click here. Tour price is per person based on shared accommodation in double occupancy room. Mobility requirement is moderate, walking along un-paved surfaces, climbing stairs/steps should be expected. Safety and comfort is our primary concern while on tour, weather and other circumstances beyond the control of Isle Inn Tours, our drivers, or business partners may suggest or require changes to the itinerary without notice. Scheduled flight times are subject to change and are set by the airline and will be communicated to participants. Day of travel conditions are beyond the control or influence of Isle Inn Tours and are the sole responsibility of the airline. A valid passport is required. If you are a United States citizen and do not currently have a valid passport you should begin the process online with the US State Department as early as possible by clicking here B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner Admissions Included/Tour Highlights
- Breakfast daily (B)
- 7 table d’hôte dinners inc. (D)
- 9 Nights First Class hotels
- Fully escorted via deluxe motorcoach and Irish Driver Guide
- Porterage of one suitcase per person
- Service charges and tax on included features
- Admissions and entry as described in the itinerary
Our Hotels
- 2 Nights The Grand Central Hotel, Belfast
- 2 Nights Galgorm Manor, Antrim
- 2 Nights Sandhouse Hotel, Donegal
- 2 nights The Grace Hotel, Westport
- 1 Night Johnstown Estate Hotel, Meath
What’s not included Elements NOT INCLUDED in the price of your tour/airfare
- Travel insurance must be paid for at the time of deposit to cover any pre-existing conditions, if purchased after initial payment, pre-existing conditions are subject to exclusion.
- Gratuity to the driver/guide – (€10.00 per person per day recommended)
- Meals, drinks, snacks, admissions, not indicated in the itinerary
- Beverages, including alcohol and soft-drinks, unless otherwise indicated
- Tips, admissions, and other “out of pocket” items not designated in the itinerary
- Gratuity to hotel/wait staff, etc.
- Airline upgrades, special seating requests, excess/overweight baggage, connecting flights, or club access
Payment Schedule
- A $750 per person non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking to secure your spot on the tour
- A second payment of $1000 is due on March 2nd, 2026 Final Payment must be received no later than June 1st, 2026
Payment may be made online any time by credit card using our secure process. If you prefer to pay by check, you may mail payment to: Isle Inn Tours PO Box 2559 Moorpark, CA 93020 For FedEx/UPS Isle Inn Tours 100 W. High Street # 2559 Moorpark, CA 93021
Protect your vacation investment
Travel Insurance is STRONGLY suggested. Trip insurance is available for additional cost through Travel Guard (approximately 8% of total tour price) and is strongly recommended. Visit https://isleinntours.com/travel-protection/ to learn more. You can click through to Travel Guard’s website to purchase from here as well. Circumstances beyond our control may require us to change the schedule. This tour is subject to the terms and conditions listed on www.isleinntours.com
Reserve your spot on the tour today!
Simply click on the “Book Now” button to the right and begin the secure booking process
Contact Fiona at Isle Inn Tours
By e-mail at Fiona@IsleInnTours.com
By telephone M-Th 10:00 – 4:00 direct 703-997-6723 or (800) 237-9376 Ext 1003
