Ireland tours with private driver: castles, culture, and comfort

The Grafton is located on Grafton Street in Dublin 2, within easy reach of Dublin's city attractions. The hotel offers comfortable rooms and suites with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs, desks, tea/coffee-making facilities and mini-fridges. You can enjoy delicious meals in the hotel's restaurant and refreshing drinks in the cocktail lounge. Other hotel facilities and services include free Wi-Fi, a terrace, a lounge and a fitness centre.

The Book of Kells Experience - Discover Ireland's Greatest Cultural Treasure

Your journey begins at The Book of Kells & Old Library:

Explore Trinity's Old Library and see the world-famous Book of Kells, a real Dublin must-see. Learn about the symbolism and artistry of the 1,200-year-old manuscript and take a look at the pages on display. Listen to our free audio guide to hear from Trinity experts during your visit.

Gaia in the Long Hall:

Experience Gaia, the spectacular illuminated artwork by Luke Jerram, now on display in the Old Library. Gaia features 120dpi detailed NASA images of the Earth's surface, floating the planet in three dimensions, just as it could be seen from space.

See the book, feel the story, hear the story:

Take a fascinating journey of stories, sights and sounds in the pavilion.

The secret life of the collections:

Enter Explore the Secret Life of Collections, where stories and artifacts come to life before your eyes. Interact with vibrant sculptures such as Ada Lovelace, Jonathan Swift and Rosalind Franklin.

Book of Kells 360:

Embark on an extraordinary journey in The Book of Kells 360, a spectacular journey in light and sound through the history of this ancient masterpiece.

The Long Hall reimagined:

Finally you can see the redesigned Enter the Long Room and see both the past and the future through stunning digital projections. This awe-inspiring reconstruction of the Long Room's library chamber is considered one of the best attractions in Dublin.

Tucked away within beautiful walled gardens, Hayfield Manor offers a peaceful retreat in the vibrant city of Cork, in the southwest of Ireland. The hotel features stylish rooms and suites with individually controlled air-conditioning, spacious marble bathrooms, complimentary Elemis Spa products, heated towel rails, TVs, and free high-speed internet access.

On-site dining includes Orchids, a fine dining restaurant serving contemporary Irish cuisine, and Perrotts Garden Bistro, offering a variety of Mediterranean and international specialty dishes. You can relax in the poolside lounge with a magazine by the indoor heated pool or enjoy rejuvenating treatments and massages at the spa, which includes an outdoor jacuzzi, steam room, and sauna.

The Rock of Cashel - The King of Irish Monuments

Set on a dramatic limestone cliff in the Golden Vale, the Rock of Cashel is an icon of historical significance and is home to the most impressive collection of medieval buildings in Ireland. Monuments include a round tower, a high cross, a Romanesque chapel, a Gothic cathedral, an abbey, the Hall of the Vicars Choral and a fifteenth-century Tower House.

Originally the seat of the Kings of Munster, legend has it that St Patrick himself came here to convert King Aenghus to Christianity. Brian Boru was crowned High King at Cashel in 978 and made the town his capital.

In 1101 the site was given over to the church, and Cashel quickly rose to become one of the most important centers of ecclesiastical power in the country.

The surviving buildings are remarkable. Cormac's Chapel, for example, contains the only surviving Romanesque frescoes in Ireland.

The Rock of Cashel is one of Ireland's most spectacular and - rightly - most visited tourist attractions.

Muckross Park Hotel & Spa, located in County Kerry, Ireland, is perfectly situated near popular attractions like the Coolwood Wildlife Park and the Muckross Riding Stables. The hotel offers beautifully appointed rooms and suites, each featuring amenities like climate control, free Wi-Fi, plush robes and slippers, DVD players, Nespresso coffee machines, Orla Kiely bathroom products, hospitality trays with bottled water, and 24-hour room service for your convenience and comfort.

On-site, guests can indulge in a range of dining options, including the Yew Tree Restaurant Killarney, Mock’s Lounge, and The Jarvey’s Rest. For those looking to unwind, the hotel also offers a luxurious spa experience to rejuvenate the mind and body.

Blarney Castle

Blarney Castle, which attracts visitors from all over the world, is located in the village of Blarney, 5 miles (8 km) from the city of Cork. The ancient stronghold of the McCarthys, Lords of Muskerry, it is one of the oldest and most historic castles in Ireland and one of the strongest fortresses in Munster. Built in 1446, Blarney Castle is famous for its Blarney Stone, the Stone of Eloquence, which is traditionally said to give the gift of eloquence to all who kiss it. Many legends tell the story of the stone, but why not kiss it and discover the truth behind the legend? The castle gardens, which cover an area of 150 acres (60 hectares), are constantly being changed. In recent years, a water garden, a fern garden and a poison garden have been created, all of which are open to visitors.