Explore the wild west of Ireland escorted by expert travel guide and host, Crystal Hochman, on this grand small-group tour! You’ll taste Guinness and oysters in Galway, discover the striking natural beauty of Connemara, and wind your way around Western Ireland’s Ring of Kerry. Other brag-worthy experiences include a home-cooked lunch on a traditional dairy farm and, of course, meeting Killarney’s beloved sheepdogs, all while staying in characterful five-star stays. High touch and deeply local — this is Ireland the Art In Voyage way.
Arrive at Shannon airport and meet your Art In Voyage host, Crystal — your guide, travel concierge, and Ireland insider for the week! Head north into the savage beauty of the Connemara region, passing through cozy fishing villages. After the winding drive along the Wild Atlantic Way, a spa treatment welcomes you at your luxury castle hotel in Connemara. In the evening, enjoy a private welcome dinner in one of the area’s magical ivy-covered castles.
Roam Connemara National Park, with its silver-blue lakes and the sharp-peaked Twelve Bens mountain range, pausing for a picnic lunch. From the park, trace the roads through nearby villages, arriving at Kylemore Abbey for afternoon tea in its enchanting Victorian Walled Gardens. Dinner is included but at your leisure.
Get set for Galway, passing through the dramatic Killary Fjord. Arrive in Galway city, sitting down for the classic, whistle-wetting pairing of Guinness Stout with Galway Bay oysters. Take a few hours to explore the eclectic town and its historied streets. End the day at Glenlo Abbey Estate, your luxury hotel in Galway.
After breakfast, come face to face with the 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most iconic natural wonders. Stop for lunch (your account) before continuing through County Clare’s beautiful winding roads. Back at Glenlo Abbey, warm up with a private tasting of three standout Irish drams with the hotel’s whiskey connoisseur. Wrap up the day with a wine-paired dinner aboard Glenlo Abbey’s vintage Pullman train carriage — think white tablecloths and Orient Express nostalgia.
Head south to the city of Limerick and learn its secrets on a private walking tour with a local historian. Continue into County Limerick's countryside to a dairy farm for a home-cooked lunch and a glimpse of rural life. End the day at your luxury hotel in Killarney with a sundowner overlooking the lake. Settle in for a quiet evening, surrounded by hills and stillness.
The day’s route follows the Ring of Kerry — a winding, looped drive through coastlines, mountain passes, and postcard-worthy villages. Next, hop into a jaunting car — a traditional single-horse carriage — for a time-travel view of the landscape. Drive through the Gap of Dunloe mountains pass, stopping in the area to shop artisanal goods and watch Killarney’s beloved sheepdogs in action, herding like the pros they are. Return to your luxury hotel in Killarney National Park for a wine-paired dinner.
Drive the southern coastline through the wild edges of West Cork. Stop at a third-generation, family-run food emporium for a lunch feast of Irish meats, cheeses, and chutneys. Arrive in the city of Cork — all color, contrast, and character — and take time to explore its streets. Wrap up the journey with a farewell dinner at one of our favorite spots, paired with wines perfect for toasting the adventure.
Your Shannon Airport transfer awaits... unless you’ve decided to stay a wee bit longer in Ireland (or beyond! Perhaps the whiskey trails of Scotland?). Our team is on hand to help with any onward travel plans and private luxury tours. Think of us as your personal travel concierge, here to ensure your travel is as well run as an Irish sheepdog!
Our day-to-day itinerary may, from time to time and prior to departure, need to be altered or slightly modified to address possible unforeseen logistical and weather challenges. In such rare instances, Art In Voyage guarantees delivery of the content of the itinerary yet, in a different order.
All listed retreats (hotels, villas, and barges) are, at times, subject to changes. In such rare instances, similar or higher standards will be upheld.
Travel insurance, once purchased, goes into effect upon payment of the premium. You have 15 days from that date to cancel it (providing no claims have been filed or initiated during that period). Beyond 15 days, it becomes non-refundable/non-changeable/non-transferrable.
In case of a cancelation at more than 90 days prior to departure, your deposit will be returned minus a $500 per person administrative fee.
In case of a cancelation within the penalty period: Find a replacement at least 30 days prior to departure and your journey will be fully refunded, minus a $500 per person administrative fee.
