Shamrocks & Shenanigans
EDC Excursion to Ireland with Ray & Seamus
April 9 – 19, 2026
$4,995 Air Inclusive
$4,025 – 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
Flight Information
9 April United Flight 710 departs Dulles (IAD) at 6:55 PM and arrives in Dublin at 7:10 AM on April 10
19 April United 229 departs Dublin at 12:30 PM and arrives in Washington Dulles (IAD) at 3.30 PM the same day
Connecting flights from your local airport may available at an additional cost, call our office for details.
Those who prefer to make flight arrangements outside of the group flights please take note. You must be at Dublin Airport by 7:10 AM on 10 April to meet the driver and join this tour. At the conclusion of the tour, you may utilize transportation to the Dublin airport with the group. Please book your return flight after Noon and be sure to provide flight details as early as possible to Isle Inn Tours.
Our Itinerary
Departure Day
Thursday, April 9 – Depart from Washington Dulles on United Airlines flight 710 at 18:55 (6:55PM) for your non-stop flight to Dublin.
Day1
Friday, April 10
Céad míle fáilte! Arrive in Shannon Airport. We meet our driver/guide, Corkman Lesley Daunt, board our luxury coach and head north to Westport, overlooking Clew Bay. Stop for tea/coffee and scones along the way. Time to relax before tonight in our hotel.
Overnight: Plaza Hotel, Westport (D)
Day 2
Saturday, April 10
Today 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. Dinner on your own this evening. Explore some of the many fine pubs in town. Perhaps Mr. Kennedy he will regale you with some songs.
Overnight: Plaza Hotel, Westport (B)
Day 3
Sunday, April 12
After breakfast travel to Sligo to visit the Yeats’ Center – Hear the Nobel prize-winner’s poetry spoken in the place it was imagined. There will be time to look at artefacts, photos, books and ask questions about Ireland’s National Poet. Enjoy a short visit in Sligo town. Arrive in Donegal in the early afternoon. Visit Donegal Castle towering over the River Eske. Red Hugh O’Donnell built the castle as his personal fortress in the fifteenth century. Some time to enjoy a stroll along Rossnowlagh beach before dinner.
Overnight: Sandhouse Hotel, Donegal (B, D)
Day 4
Monday, April 13
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 5
Tuesday, April 14
Today on route to Derry stop to visit The Stone Fort of Grianán of Aileach which sits on a hilltop. The view from Aileach is breathtaking. Arrive in 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 to have lunch. After hotel check in visit the Walled City Brewery to learn about the brewing process and enjoy a pint of their most popular beer, ‘kicks’.
Overnight: Ebrington Hotel, Derry (B, D)
Day 6
Wednesday, April 15
PAY YOUR INCOME TAXES!! After a hearty Ulster fry visit the Ulster American Folk Park. See the boyhood home of Thomas Mellon, who emigrated to Pittsburgh in 1818 and later founded the Mellon Bank. The Park traces the story of Ulster emigrants from the “Old Country” to the “New World” in Colonial times. Return to Derry, some time to explore the city on foot.
Overnight: Overnight: Ebrington Hotel, Derry (B)
Day 7
Thursday, April 16
This morning visit the Giant’s Causeway. After an audiovisual presentation, we will view the spectacular hexagonal volcanic basalt columns. Learn about the mythical giant Finn McCool, who created the Causeway. We next journey along the coast, with a brief photo stop at the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, originally a fisherman’s crossing and at Dunluce Castle, one of the most photographed spots on the entire island. Arrive in Belfast. Who knows what musical interlude Seamus has planned for this evening? But it will be fun!
Overnight: Europa Hotel, Belfast (B, D)
Day 8
Friday, April 17
Today visit the Titanic Museum located in the heart of the city. Inside this iconic building, we will re-live the entire Titanic story from her birth in Belfast to the fateful maiden voyage and her eventual discovery on the seabed. Next, a bus tour of the city with a local guide. We’ll see the imposing City Hall on Donegall Square and learn about the diverse history of this ancient city. Free afternoon. Perhaps a visit to the Crown Pub dating back to the 1880s. (across the street from your hotel)
Overnight: Europa Hotel, Belfast (B)
Day 9
Saturday, April 18
After breakfast travel south to Dublin City. Enjoy a panoramic city tour where you will see elegant Georgian squares and houses, buildings of historical importance including The Bank of Ireland at College Green and Dublin Castle as well as the statue of Molly Malone on Grafton Street. After checking into your hotel the remainder of the afternoon will be at leisure to explore the city on foot.
Overnight: The Davenport Hotel, Dublin City Center (B)
Day 10
Sunday, April 19
After breakfast depart for Dublin Airport with time for last-minute duty-free shopping. (B)
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. Slán abhaile! – Safe home! (B)
Board United flight #229 departing at 12:30 PM to arrive in Washington/Dulles at 3.30 PM.
Tour Highlights
- Achill Island
- Walking Tour of Westport
- Yeat’s Center
- Slieve League
- Triona Handweavers
- Donegal Castle
- Walking tour of Derry
- Walled City Brewery
- Ulster American Folk Park
- Giant’s Causeway
- Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge (Photo Stop)
- Guided Tour of Belfast
- Titanic Museum
- Panoramic Tour of Dublin City
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
- Musical entertainment by Seamus Kennedy & Ray Murphy
- Roundtrip airfare from Washington/Dulles to Dublin on United Airlines, including one checked bag and seat assignments
- Breakfast daily (B)
- Tea and Scones on day of arrival
- 5 table d’hôte dinners inc. (D)
- 9 Nights 4 Star 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
- Driver/Guide Gratuity
Our Hotels
- 2 Nights Plaza Hotel, Westport
- 2 nights Sandhouse Hotel, Donegal
- 2 nights Ebrington Hotel, Derry
- 2 nights Europa Hotel, Belfast
- 1 night Davenport Hotel, Dublin
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.
- 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
- $750 per person non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking to secure your spot on the tour
- A second payment of $1,500 will be due on September 8, 2025
- Final Payment must be received no later than January 5, 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
