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Map of 5 Days in Ireland - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
5 Days in Ireland - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Five days in Ireland is just enough time to visit a few key destinations. Start in Dublin and road-trip to Cork and the Cliffs of Moher—or, alternatively, to Dingle and the magnificent Ring of Kerry—or opt for a hiking adventure in Donegal or Kerry, where you'll have the chance to meet local people and hear traditional Irish music and language. Another option is to start in Belfast and drive to the northern coast to hike and horseback ride around the Glens of Antrim.

The spectacular Cliffs of Moher
Map of 1 Week in Ireland - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
1 Week in Ireland - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

In seven days, you can road trip through many of the country's best-loved places or stick to one region to go beyond the highlights. Pick up a rental car and hit the road to explore Killarney National Park and the Dingle Peninsula, enjoy urban adventures in Limerick, Belfast, and Galway, hike along the Antrim Coast, or cycle the beautiful Ring of Kerry: read on to learn more about your options.

Sunset at the Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland
Map of 10 Days in Ireland - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Ireland - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Ten days in Ireland is enough to get to know a particular region, like the Dingle Peninsula or to travel more widely and see the country's highlights. Opt for a road trip around Northern Ireland, go on a western cycling tour of medieval castles and whiskey distilleries, hike the Dingle Peninsula and Blasket Islands on an outdoorsy adventure, or drive yourself around to the country's top attractions, including the Cliffs of Moher and the Ring of Kerry.

Slea Head, Dingle Peninsula
Map of 2 Weeks in Ireland - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas
2 Weeks in Ireland - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas

With two weeks to spend, you can see as much of Ireland as you'd like—classic highlights and remote wonders alike—plus exploration of Northern Ireland. Take a road trip that includes key attractions, like the Cliffs of Moher and Ring of Kerry, or focus your time on one region—for example, you can drive the Wild Atlantic Way, hike the Dingle Peninsula, or bike the windswept coastal landscapes of the north.

A rainbow hovers above Ashford Castle, a luxury resort near Galway
How Many Days to Spend in Ireland

For a solid itinerary that covers Dublin or Belfast, plus outdoor activities in a few different counties, a 10-day trip is a great choice. With less time, you can still cover a lot of ground with a well-planned road trip. And lucky travelers with two weeks or more can hit several highlights around the entire island at a more relaxed pace. Check out some possible itineraries from 5 to 14 days below.

Take in a spring sunset, like from the foothills of Carrauntoohil, MacGillycuddy's Reeks mountains
Best Time of Year to Visit Ireland

Ireland has mild temperatures and plenty of rain, no matter when you choose to visit. Summer is warmest, with long days perfect for road trips and village-to-village walks. Spring wildflowers burst through cracks in glacial limestone and fall bedecks the national parks in dazzling foliage. Chilly, quiet winters offer fewer options, though travelers will love the cheerful holiday festivities in Dublin. Read on and choose the season that's right for you.

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Travel specialist Adrian Murphy
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Adrian Murphy

An Irish native with 16 years of experience in the hospitality and tourism industry in Ireland before relocating to the sunny south of France! When it comes to travel planning, I’m all about...

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Travel specialist Aleksandra Sheb
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Aleksandra Sheb

As a passionate traveler, my approach is anchored in the belief that every journey is an opportunity for exploration and growth. With a penchant for immersing myself in diverse cultures and seeking...

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Travel specialist Cathy Geoffroy
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Cathy Geoffroy

Hi! I’m Cathy, and I’m excited to help you create the perfect trip! I was born in the heart of Bourgogne, France, I’ve always had a love for adventure. During my studies, I had the chance to...

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Travel specialist Claire Monfray
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Claire Monfray

Born and raised in France I grew up in a multicultural family. Passionate for languages, I realised later that this passion had for roots my will to connect with other people and cultures. This...

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Trip Reviews for Ireland

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Thank you so much for making our trip so memo...
Ireland | May 9 - May 16, 2026

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julie j.
Seattle, WA, USA | Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Thank you so much for making our trip so memorable, Tetiana! You made the whole process easy and enjoyable. I left a message after returning home on 5/25, but I wasn’t sure if it went through. For some reason, my phone had an issue so I couldn’t log in while I was in London for a family event, so I wasn’t able to write sooner. Tetiana was responsive, helpful, and quick to answer questions. Thanks to her planning, we could relax and enjoy the trip without worrying about the details.... Read more

Thank you so much for making our trip so memorable, Tetiana! You made the whole process easy and enjoyable.

I left a message after returning home on 5/25, but I wasn’t sure if it went through. For some reason, my phone had an issue so I couldn’t log in while I was in London for a family event, so I wasn’t able to write sooner.

Tetiana was responsive, helpful, and quick to answer questions. Thanks to her planning, we could relax and enjoy the trip without worrying about the details. We’re really grateful for her help.

And please let Ciaran and Jimmy know that we will always remember them whenever we think of Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland—they were truly amazing and made the experience extra special.

We’re very grateful for everything and would happily recommend KimKim and Tetiana to anyone planning a trip!

Local specialist: Tetiana Smal
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Amazing Trip!
Ireland | May 13 - May 22, 2026

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Heather T.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on May 23, 2026
The trip was amazing, we saw all the things we wanted to and everything was so well planned out for us. We loved the Ring of Kerry drive most, do not miss Valentina Island and the Kerry Cliffs.. wow! The one thing we might have changed was staying in Killarney for 3 nights instead of 2, you can spend a whole day just in the national park, so much to see! Read more

The trip was amazing, we saw all the things we wanted to and everything was so well planned out for us. We loved the Ring of Kerry drive most, do not miss Valentina Island and the Kerry Cliffs.. wow! The one thing we might have changed was staying in Killarney for 3 nights instead of 2, you can spend a whole day just in the national park, so much to see!

Hotel Reviews
Old Weir Lodge
Killarney
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Churchfield Bed & Breakfast
Doolin, Co. Clare

This is the cutest, coziest B&B! We had a family room and it was perfect, the sitting room was so cute and reminded us so much of grandma’s house! The location is perfect, a literal one minute walk to two great restaurants and pubs but also very quiet. The family running the place is just lovely and cook up a great breakfast!

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So quaint and cozy
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At the edge of town so it’s quiet but so close to several great food/pub options.
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Local specialist: Dean Garrison
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Dean Garrison
Local specialist in Ireland | Replied on May 27, 2026

Hi Heather

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you had such an amazing trip and that everything was smoothly planned for you. The Ring of Kerry really is spectacular, and we couldn’t agree more about Valentia Island and the Kerry Cliffs, such special spots!

We hope to welcome you back to Ireland in the future.

Kind Regards

Dean

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Ireland and Scotland in the Spring
Ireland | May 5 - May 15, 2026

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Kimberly M.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Our trip to Ireland and Scotland was absolutely amazing.
We began in Dublin and stayed at the Kilronan House, a quaint place with a bed and breakfast feel. The rooms were extremely comfortable. The musical pub crawl was fun, also. A perfect introduction to Ireland! Then, we picked up our rental car (super easy process) and drove to Cashel to see the Rock of Cashel. We had pre-purchased vouchers for all of our planned stops, which I highly recommend b/c we were able to bypass several lines... Read more

Our trip to Ireland and Scotland was absolutely amazing.
We began in Dublin and stayed at the Kilronan House, a quaint place with a bed and breakfast feel. The rooms were extremely comfortable. The musical pub crawl was fun, also. A perfect introduction to Ireland! Then, we picked up our rental car (super easy process) and drove to Cashel to see the Rock of Cashel. We had pre-purchased vouchers for all of our planned stops, which I highly recommend b/c we were able to bypass several lines for ticket purchasing. We even took a random exit advertising Cahir Castle, which happened to have free admission on Wednesdays! In Killarney, we stayed at the Killaran House for 2 nights. Breda and her staff were exceptional! Our private guided tour of the Ring of Kerry was one of our trip highlights. Martin O'Riordan with M.O.R. Executive Travel IS THE BEST TOUR GUIDE. We all loved him. We took a horse & carriage tour of Killarney National Park & Castle (which was within walking distance of the Killaran House). Then, we drove to Doolin and toured the Cliffs of Moher, which were breath-taking. Our last top of the day was Galway (Hyde Hotel). The next day we drove to Belfast and dropped off the rental car. (I'm so glad we had a rental car - it gave us much more freedom.) A private transfer driver was waiting on us. (Cathy did a great job arranging all of our transportation needs!) We checked in to the Leonardo Hotel and then visited the Titanic experience. We had another private tour of the Antrim Coast and the Giant's Causeway. (We all agreed that we liked the private tours much better than the guided bus tour.) Cathy booked our flight to Inverness, Scotland from Belfast and arranged our transportation to/from the airports. She also booked our Loch Ness boat tour, our day trip to the Isle of Skye, and our train tickets from Inverness to Stirling to Edinburgh. Traveling by train was very easy and our lodging at the Redcliffe Hotel in Inverness included a wonderful view of Inverness Castle. Our lodging in Edinburgh (Apex Grassmarket Hotel) also included an incredible view of Edinburgh Castle. We felt really spoiled by Cathy. My family was very grateful for Cathy's expertise and knowledge in planning our trip to Ireland and Scotland. She made our vacation easy to navigate, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time in Ireland and Scotland.

Hotel Reviews
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Edinburgh

Our view of Edinburgh Castle was amazing. Location was super convenient.

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Redcliffe Hotel
Inverness

The view from our window of the Inverness Castle was great. Within walking distance of downtown. They did a load of laundry for us and when we told them we were leaving too early to enjoy breakfast after our first night there, they prepared a lunch packet for each of us, including a sandwich, chips, fruit, a cereal bar, and a juice box. (We didn't ask for that.)

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Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Belfast

Loved the breakfast buffet

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The Hyde Hotel
Galway
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Killaran House
killarney

We all loved Killaran House. Breda and her staff were excellent. The room was comfortable and we loved the coffee/hot chocolate bar right outside of our room. Breakfast was excellent, as well.

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Breda is very accommodating and so very nice.
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Kilronan House
Dublin 2

Our rooms were very clean and comfortable. The Kilronan House was very charming and my family would recommend.

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Activity Reviews
Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh with a Top Local Guide
Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh with a Top Local Guide
Edinburgh

Chris was a very knowledgeable tour guide. He was very accommodating as one of our members had knee issues and he was able to help us avoid many of the stairs on our route.

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Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle is awesome. We saw the Scottish Crown Jewels here.

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National Wallace Monument visit
National Wallace Monument visit
Ireland

We climbed all 246 stairs to get to the top! This was an interesting place to visit.

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Stirling Castle Tickets
Stirling Castle Tickets
Ireland

This castle was fun to tour.

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Isle of Skye Daytrip from Inverness
Isle of Skye Daytrip from Inverness
Inverness

This tour was a guided bus tour and lasted all day. I would have enjoyed this better as a private tour. The scenery was beautiful and we got to experience 4 seasons in one day (it was sunny, it rained, sleeted, hailed and snowed.)

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Two hour cruise on the Canal and Loch - Loch Ness
Two hour cruise on the Canal and Loch - Loch Ness
Inverness

We didn't see Nessie but enjoyed this tour nonetheless.

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Private Tour Giant's Causeway and Antrim Coast
Private Tour Giant's Causeway and Antrim Coast
Belfast

James was our driver. He was great. He added a specific stop that we asked about (a filming location in Game of Thrones).

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Titanic experience
Titanic experience
Belfast

Self-Guided

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Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center tickets
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center tickets
Ireland

Breath-taking. You just have to see this. Pictures can't quite capture the awesomeness.

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Killarney National Park Jaunt - From Park to Castle
Killarney National Park Jaunt - From Park to Castle
Ireland

Picturesque. Loved the horse-drawn carriage.

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Private Guided Tour of The Ring of Kerry
Private Guided Tour of The Ring of Kerry
Ireland

This was perhaps our favorite excursion. Our tour guide, Martin, was fabulous. We wanted to take him with us everywhere. Martin O'Riordan of M.O.R. Executive Travel.

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Rock of Cashel
Rock of Cashel
Ireland

We enjoyed this tour. The setting was unique and we visited some shops in the town below.

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Musical Pub Crawl in Dublin
Musical Pub Crawl in Dublin
Dublin

We enjoyed this very much! Nice introduction to Ireland.

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Local specialist: Cathy Geoffroy
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