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Grey seal pup on Rathlin Island
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

Beautiful scenery, excellent lodging and food
Ireland | May 6 - May 15, 2026

Wendy
Wendy C.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on May 17, 2026
We loved our trip to Scotland and Ireland! Aleksandra did a wonderful job of planning the tour. She was also responsive to us, as we needed changes to the plans as we went along. My most favorable experiences were the beautiful b&b’s, the bike tour on the Aran Islands, the tea and scones (everywhere), and the diversity of the food options and abundance of live music in the restaurants throughout the trip. We found that one event per day was enough for us, and we enjoyed walking around... Read more

We loved our trip to Scotland and Ireland! Aleksandra did a wonderful job of planning the tour. She was also responsive to us, as we needed changes to the plans as we went along.

My most favorable experiences were the beautiful b&b’s, the bike tour on the Aran Islands, the tea and scones (everywhere), and the diversity of the food options and abundance of live music in the restaurants throughout the trip.

We found that one event per day was enough for us, and we enjoyed walking around the city streets and driving on the country roads.

One piece of advice I have for any traveler is to be clear with your tour planner what time you would like to start the day each day, when you need down time, and what transport you expect you will need and when.

Thank you, Alessandra and KimKim!

Hotel Reviews
Number 59
Dublin

We liked this hotel, as it had a sauna, a cold plunge, and massages (the latter for a fee). The lounge was pleasant to sit in; it had a bar and looked out on the back garden. We could walk downtown. Excellent restaurants nearby. The hosts were helpful too, as I left a book light and paperback in the room when we departed, and they gave them to our friends to return it to us.

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Lancaster Lodge Hotel
Cork

Modern hotel, near English Market

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Basic accommodations but clean with lounge and large breakfast area
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They allowed us to store our luggage and use a charger outlet after checkout
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Corrib House Guest Accommodation
Galway

Right on the Corrib River, and walkable to downtown. Bathrooms are small & in particular shower is tiny! Staff is kind and food is excellent.

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Small bathrooms
N°11 Boutique Restaurant and Rooms Hotel
Edinburgh

This hotel has delicious food and kind and helpful staff. The rooms are large and well appointed.

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Activity Reviews
Private Transfer from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport
Private Transfer from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport
Edinburgh

Early, but on time!

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Galway Bay Fishing
Galway Bay Fishing
Ireland

Kevin was a great guide. We fished in the bay and caught 8 pollock (threw them back). You can keep them and eat the fish later if you like!

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Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
Ireland

I liked this tour but we would have liked to know we were going to be eating dinner ahead of time, and it was difficult to find the tour guide at the start. We visited three bars with food and also had Murphy’s ice cream of the street. The tour guide was kind and helpful.

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Aran Islands Bike Tour with Tea and Scones from Galway
Aran Islands Bike Tour with Tea and Scones from Galway
Galway

I really liked this tour. Nice to have options for people who don’t want to or can’t bike. They offered a horse and carriage and e-bike options.

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Holyrood Distillery Tour
Holyrood Distillery Tour
Edinburgh

Great tour guide! Nice to sit in the bar after and enjoy the tastes of different gibs and whiskey.

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Local specialist: Aleksandra Sheb

Sisters See Ireland Together
Ireland | Apr 18 - Apr 27, 2026

Terri
Terri P.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on May 13, 2026
My sister and I had a fantastic holiday in Ireland! Claire was a great resource and helped us create an itinerary that allowed us to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of each of our stops and take advantage of the curated experiences available to us. We loved the sheep herding & lamb feeding at Killary Sheep Farm and the Faha Falconry exhibit. The ebike tour in Galway was a great way to get outside of the city and see the beautiful coastline. All of our lodgings were tip top. Lovely... Read more

My sister and I had a fantastic holiday in Ireland! Claire was a great resource and helped us create an itinerary that allowed us to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of each of our stops and take advantage of the curated experiences available to us. We loved the sheep herding & lamb feeding at Killary Sheep Farm and the Faha Falconry exhibit. The ebike tour in Galway was a great way to get outside of the city and see the beautiful coastline.

All of our lodgings were tip top. Lovely surroundings and gardens. The staff were so hospitable and treated us so well.

KimKim and Claire helped us plan the best trip for the two of us and we are very grateful for their help and expertise.

Hotel Reviews
The Victoria Hotel
Killarney

A wonderful staff and very comfortable room. It was nice to have a bar and dining option just steps from our room. We were able to spend a bit of time enjoying a glass of wine on the outside terrace. A great place to stay for a visit to Killarney.

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Gregan's Castle Hotel

Greegan's was out of this world. I fell in love with the various rooms, the details, the fireplaces and the overall ambience of the place. Beautiful gardens to sit in or stroll through. The staff was absolutely amazing! I hope to return for another stay! Greegan's is one of those places you can't say enough about; it's simply amazing from the moment you pull in until you depart.

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The building and the grounds are amazing; so well cared for with first rate furnishings.
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Jackie was our breakfast server and she was a gem and provided us with the perfect conversation each morning!
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The appointments were to a very high standard.
The Hyde Hotel
Galway

A wonderful location in Galway! The staff was ever so helpful and kind. You can't go wrong with a room at The Hyde.

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Stauntons on the Green
Dublin

Beautifully appointed rooms and a fabulous garden space at the back. The breakfast was top notch. We'd happily return for another stay.

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I love the fireplaces and the bar area. So cozy!
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Everyone was so helpful!
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Activity Reviews
Rock of Cashel
Rock of Cashel
Ireland

An amazing place with incredible views. It was nice to walk around the castle and weave in and out of the various buildings.

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Falconry Adventures
Falconry Adventures
Killarney

What an amazing demonstration with Mark. We interacted with a falcon, an owl and a red tailed hawk. Such beautiful animals. It was interesting feeding the birds, learning about their backgrounds and training. I'm so glad we included this adventure in our trip!

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Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Doolin

A great way to see the cliffs. You can't beat the view!

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Traditional working sheep farm and Sheepdog demonstration
Traditional working sheep farm and Sheepdog demonstration
Ireland

Farmer Tom was a great guide to his sheep and his dog, Holly. Such an amazing experience watching Holly herd and the views were breathtaking! Can't beat feeding a baby lamb either :)

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Guided E-bike Tour Of Galway City
Guided E-bike Tour Of Galway City
Galway

A great way to experience Galway - both the city and the surrounding area. Highly recommend as a way to take in the sites and understand the area.

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E bikes are a great way to get some exercise, but not overdo it!
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Dublin

Our guide John was so knowledgeable. It was a grand tour of Dublin and we are glad we included it on our itinerary.

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Local specialist: Claire Monfray

Ireland with the Fam..
Ireland | Apr 25 - May 2, 2026

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Ray I.
Brazil | Reviewed on May 04, 2026
We went on this holiday with our 2 daughters and our new son in law. Everyone had an incredible time. We have previously booked a trip with Jane and the people at Kim Kim to Scotland. It seems that they know exactly what we wanted. The previous trip obviously went very well also. Everything went incredibly smooth. The hotel check in's, the tickets to various events and attractions and the transfers. They were very responsive throughout the whole planning process. We really wouldn't use... Read more

We went on this holiday with our 2 daughters and our new son in law. Everyone had an incredible time. We have previously booked a trip with Jane and the people at Kim Kim to Scotland. It seems that they know exactly what we wanted. The previous trip obviously went very well also. Everything went incredibly smooth. The hotel check in's, the tickets to various events and attractions and the transfers. They were very responsive throughout the whole planning process. We really wouldn't use any other travel agent! We had an amazing tour with Aodan from The Killarney Touring Company. His enthusiasm, his knowledge about everything Ireland was amazing as was his flexibility and desire to show us a good time. We also traveled in style in a beautiful, brand new van.

Hotel Reviews
Randles Hotel Killarney
Co. Kerry

Very friendly staff. Great location. Everyone was happy with their room. We had a beautiful, spacious room. The lobby, bar, and outside seating area were really nice. I would highly recommend this hotel.

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Very close to the downtown area
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The Mont Hotel
Dublin 2

They were extremely accommodating and flexible. Permitting us to check in early after a 6 hour flight and being up for 36 hours was very helpful! Very good breakfast also and a very friendly staff.

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Near St Stephen's Green
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Very friendly
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Activity Reviews
Private Guided Tour of Dingle and Slea Head
Private Guided Tour of Dingle and Slea Head
Ireland

This tour was with the Killarney Touring Company with Aodan Griffin. It was the highlight of our trip. He was extremely knowledgable about everything concerning Ireland. He was flexible and willing to do anything we wanted. A true professional. He had a brand new van that was very clean and comfortable. He couldn't do enough for us!

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We've been on many tours with private drivers. Aodan was the best and that's saying something because we've been very fortunate with everyone that Kim Kim has arranged for us.
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Brand new, very comfortable and clean van.
Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway
Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway
Ireland

We were lucky and had amazing weather. The boat was very clean. Way nicer than our ferries in the states! The return trip took us on the ocean side of the Cliffs of Moher. It was incredible.

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Self-Guided Guinness Storehouse Experience
Self-Guided Guinness Storehouse Experience
Dublin

The admission process and the way they moved you through was really efficient. You don't want to miss this if you come to Dublin.

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Local specialist: Jane Davey
Jane
Jane Davey
Local specialist in United Kingdom | Replied on May 05, 2026
Dear Ray and Family, Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review—it truly means a lot. It was such a pleasure working with you again, and we're absolutely delighted to hear that this Ireland trip was just as special as your time in Scotland. Knowing that the whole family—including your daughters and son-in-law—had such an incredible experience is exactly what we hope for when putting these journeys together. We loved reading your highlights, especially your time with... Read more

Dear Ray and Family,

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review—it truly means a lot.

It was such a pleasure working with you again, and we're absolutely delighted to hear that this Ireland trip was just as special as your time in Scotland. Knowing that the whole family—including your daughters and son-in-law—had such an incredible experience is exactly what we hope for when putting these journeys together.

We loved reading your highlights, especially your time with Aodan—he really is fantastic, and we're so glad he helped make the Dingle and Slea Head tour such a standout day. It sounds like you were treated to Ireland at its very best (and with good weather too, which is always a bonus!).

Thank you as well for your trust and loyalty—it genuinely means the world to myself and the team that you return to plan your travels with us. Building these experiences for you and your family is something we truly enjoy, and we're so grateful to be a part of your travel memories.

Whenever you’re ready to start thinking about the next adventure, the team and I would be absolutely delighted to help bring it to life.

Warmest wishes to you all,
Jane & Elisa (File Production Manager)

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