The Cliffs of Moher and a sea stack above the Atlantic Ocean on a sunny day

Ireland · Beyond Dublin

Hidden Treasures of Ireland

Cliffs that drop into the Atlantic, a causeway of stone columns, ancient monasteries and castles around every bend. Discover the Ireland most visitors miss with our Ireland specialists.

  • 214 m Cliffs of Moher at their highest
  • UNESCO Giant’s Causeway
  • 1912 Titanic’s last stop, Cobh

Hassle-Free Dream Travel!

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Stewart Logan
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Mikaila from The Travel Byrds put together a fantastic trip for us to Vancouver. Everything was arranged to fit our preferences including experiences I would never have known how to navigate myself. What a great way to travel, no stress, all fun — because a professional does the hard part for you.
Karen Terry
★★★★★
Amazing family vacation to Italy * can't wait to go back!
Brandie Penrose
★★★★★
We used CeCe as our travel advisor for our European trip, and she was amazing! She was able to work with a very tight deadline, listened to all of the things we asked for, and executed the trip perfectly. It was exactly what we were looking for. Highly recommend her services for anyone looking to plan a trip!
Loida Martinez
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I cannot speak highly enough about my experience with Christina Gaspari and The Travel Byrds! She made sure to ask plenty of questions at the beginning, kept in touch while planning to make sure the things she was going to book for us were what we wanted, and made sure we had all info we might need and more before our trip. The trip itself was incredible thanks to her! Not having to worry about anything and having a full itinerary ready full of amazing experiences and even relax time accounted for was wonderful! She really put in so much work for our trip which was to multiple countries! Thanks Christina! <3
Steven Alsip
★★★★★
We have traveled with Travel Byrds 5 times and we love their service, last trip to Costa Rica was amazing. Our every concern was addressed/ all needs were met. Our agent's advice and expertise are much appreciated and we will not travel again without them!
Stephanie Fitzgerald
★★★★★
Paige planned my week-long trip to Greece. From my very first call with her to discuss my vacation “must-haves”, I was impressed with both her knowledge and her enthusiasm. She listened to my wants, made suggestions based on our discussion and then perfectly planned my trip… from the islands we visited to the hotels to the excursions. As my trip got closer, she brought in another team member to do any final bookings and modifications. It was so reassuring to know that she and her team had everything covered. I worried about NOTHING. I cannot recommend her enough.
Alexa johnson
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If I could give Sylvie more than 5 stars, I would! Planning our honeymoon to Paros, Greece and Rome and Florence, Italy felt a little overwhelming at first, but Sylvie made the entire process so easy and stress-free. She truly thought of every single detail, and I honestly couldn’t have dreamed up a better trip or a more perfect way to start our marriage. Every hotel, transfer, flight, and excursion was seamless. On top of that, the travel app she created for us was incredible. It had every piece of information we could possibly need all in one place, so even traveling somewhere completely new felt easy and organized. We never had to wonder what was next or worry about missing anything because she had already thought of it. Not only is Sylvie incredibly organized and knowledgeable, but she genuinely cares about creating an unforgettable experience for her clients. Our honeymoon exceeded every expectation, and we made memories we’ll cherish for the rest of our lives. I cannot recommend Sylvie enough. If you’re thinking about booking a trip, do yourself a favor and let her handle it. It was hands down one of the best decisions we made, and we’re already looking forward to planning our next adventure with her!
Todd Brydges
★★★★★
Our trip to the Rockies and National Parks was the second adventure Sylvie planned for us, and once again she knocked it out of the PARK! 🙂 Her recommendations and family excursions were spot-on and perfectly matched our interests and family dynamic. She handled all the details, taking the stress and anxiety out of the planning process. We highly recommend reaching out to Sylvie for your next trip—she’ll make sure you have an amazing experience.
Stewart Logan
★★★★★
Mikaila from The Travel Byrds put together a fantastic trip for us to Vancouver. Everything was arranged to fit our preferences including experiences I would never have known how to navigate myself. What a great way to travel, no stress, all fun — because a professional does the hard part for you.
Karen Terry
★★★★★
Amazing family vacation to Italy * can't wait to go back!
Brandie Penrose
★★★★★
We used CeCe as our travel advisor for our European trip, and she was amazing! She was able to work with a very tight deadline, listened to all of the things we asked for, and executed the trip perfectly. It was exactly what we were looking for. Highly recommend her services for anyone looking to plan a trip!
Loida Martinez
★★★★★
I cannot speak highly enough about my experience with Christina Gaspari and The Travel Byrds! She made sure to ask plenty of questions at the beginning, kept in touch while planning to make sure the things she was going to book for us were what we wanted, and made sure we had all info we might need and more before our trip. The trip itself was incredible thanks to her! Not having to worry about anything and having a full itinerary ready full of amazing experiences and even relax time accounted for was wonderful! She really put in so much work for our trip which was to multiple countries! Thanks Christina! <3
Steven Alsip
★★★★★
We have traveled with Travel Byrds 5 times and we love their service, last trip to Costa Rica was amazing. Our every concern was addressed/ all needs were met. Our agent's advice and expertise are much appreciated and we will not travel again without them!
Stephanie Fitzgerald
★★★★★
Paige planned my week-long trip to Greece. From my very first call with her to discuss my vacation “must-haves”, I was impressed with both her knowledge and her enthusiasm. She listened to my wants, made suggestions based on our discussion and then perfectly planned my trip… from the islands we visited to the hotels to the excursions. As my trip got closer, she brought in another team member to do any final bookings and modifications. It was so reassuring to know that she and her team had everything covered. I worried about NOTHING. I cannot recommend her enough.
Alexa johnson
★★★★★
If I could give Sylvie more than 5 stars, I would! Planning our honeymoon to Paros, Greece and Rome and Florence, Italy felt a little overwhelming at first, but Sylvie made the entire process so easy and stress-free. She truly thought of every single detail, and I honestly couldn’t have dreamed up a better trip or a more perfect way to start our marriage. Every hotel, transfer, flight, and excursion was seamless. On top of that, the travel app she created for us was incredible. It had every piece of information we could possibly need all in one place, so even traveling somewhere completely new felt easy and organized. We never had to wonder what was next or worry about missing anything because she had already thought of it. Not only is Sylvie incredibly organized and knowledgeable, but she genuinely cares about creating an unforgettable experience for her clients. Our honeymoon exceeded every expectation, and we made memories we’ll cherish for the rest of our lives. I cannot recommend Sylvie enough. If you’re thinking about booking a trip, do yourself a favor and let her handle it. It was hands down one of the best decisions we made, and we’re already looking forward to planning our next adventure with her!
Todd Brydges
★★★★★
Our trip to the Rockies and National Parks was the second adventure Sylvie planned for us, and once again she knocked it out of the PARK! 🙂 Her recommendations and family excursions were spot-on and perfectly matched our interests and family dynamic. She handled all the details, taking the stress and anxiety out of the planning process. We highly recommend reaching out to Sylvie for your next trip—she’ll make sure you have an amazing experience.

Off the beaten path

Ireland’s Natural and Historic Wonders

Beyond Dublin lie some of Europe’s most dramatic landscapes and storied places. Tap through to meet them.

The Cliffs of Moher rising above the Atlantic Ocean

Ireland’s most famous view

The Cliffs of Moher stretch for about 14 km along the County Clare coast and rise to 214 m at their highest point.

Visit early or late to avoid the crowds, and pair them with the lunar landscape of the Burren and a boat trip to the Aran Islands.

  • Quiet early or late visits
  • The Burren and Doolin
  • Aran Islands by ferry
The hexagonal basalt columns of the Giant’s Causeway on the Antrim coast

A legend in stone

Around 40,000 interlocking basalt columns formed by ancient volcanic activity, or, according to legend, by the giant Finn McCool. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland.

Combine it with the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge and the clifftop ruins of Dunluce Castle.

  • The Causeway Coastal Route
  • Dunluce Castle
  • Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge
Brightly painted shopfronts on a street in Dingle, County Kerry

Ireland’s favorite little town

Dingle is a fishing town of colorful shops, seafood restaurants and pubs with music most nights.

The Slea Head Drive circles the peninsula, past beehive huts, beaches and views to the Blasket Islands.

  • Slea Head Drive
  • Seafood and traditional music
  • Irish-speaking Gaeltacht villages
The round tower and ruins of the monastic site at Glendalough in the Wicklow Mountains

A monastery in the mountains

St Kevin founded a monastery here in the 6th century. Its round tower, churches and stone crosses sit beside two lakes in a glacial valley.

It’s about an hour from Dublin, perfect as a day trip or on the way south.

  • The round tower and monastic city
  • Lakeside walks
  • Powerscourt Estate nearby
Colorful terraced houses climbing the hill below St Colman’s Cathedral in Cobh

Colorful houses and Titanic history

Cobh, near Cork, was the last port of call for the Titanic in 1912 and the departure point for millions of Irish emigrants.

Its row of colorful houses, nicknamed the Deck of Cards, sits below the soaring St Colman’s Cathedral.

  • Titanic Experience Cobh
  • The Deck of Cards houses
  • Combine with Cork and Kinsale

Castles and coast

Castles and Coastlines to Discover

Ireland is a land of castles and Atlantic scenery. Filter by castles or coast, then tap “Read more” for our tips.

Aerial view of Blarney Castle’s stone keep among green treesCounty Cork

Blarney Castle

Kiss the Blarney Stone for the gift of the gab, then explore the gardens and poison garden.

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Visit early in summer to avoid the lines on the castle stairs.

Kilkenny Castle above a wide green lawnCounty Kilkenny

Kilkenny Castle

A grand castle in Ireland’s medieval city, with parkland, a design center and great pubs nearby.

Aerial view of Bunratty Castle and its groundsCounty Clare

Bunratty Castle

A restored 15th-century castle with a folk park, famous for its medieval banquets.

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Bunratty is just minutes from Shannon Airport, perfect for an arrival evening.

Dunguaire Castle beside Galway Bay under a blue skyCounty Galway

Dunguaire Castle

A picture-perfect tower house on Galway Bay, with summer evening banquets of poetry and music.

The stone walls and towers of Cahir CastleCounty Tipperary

Cahir Castle

One of Ireland’s largest and best-preserved castles, on a rocky island in the River Suir.

The ruins of Dunluce Castle on a cliff above the seaCounty Antrim

Dunluce Castle

Dramatic clifftop ruins on the Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland.

Rocky cliffs and a deep blue bay on the coast of County DonegalWild Atlantic Way

Donegal

Wild beaches, sea cliffs and Glenveagh National Park in Ireland’s northwest.

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Slieve League’s sea cliffs are among the highest in Europe and much quieter than the Cliffs of Moher.

Dramatic sea cliffs in County Kerry with turquoise water belowCounty Kerry

The Kerry Cliffs

Some of the highest cliffs in Kerry, near Portmagee, with views to the Skellig Islands.

Put it together

Itinerary Ideas

Every journey we design is tailor-made, but these routes show how beautifully Ireland fits together.

7 days

The southwest

Dublin, then Kilkenny, Cork and Kinsale, finishing with Killarney and the Ring of Kerry.

8 days

The Wild Atlantic Way

Shannon, the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren, Galway, Connemara and a castle stay at Ashford.

10 days

Ireland’s greatest hits

Dublin, Kilkenny, Killarney, Dingle, the Cliffs of Moher and Galway.

10 days

North and south

Dublin and Belfast, the Causeway Coast, Donegal and the west coast.

5 days

Castles and golf

Dromoland, Adare Manor and Ashford Castle, with rounds on Ireland’s great courses.

7 days

Roots and heritage

Dublin genealogy research, then your ancestral county with a local historian.

Tell us what you love, and we’ll design the route and pace around you.

Design My Route

Work with One of Our Travel Experts

The average person takes over 11 hours researching their vacation. Take that time back and let us handle the nitty gritty of reading reviews, asking questions, comparing hotels and more.

The Cliffs of Moher rising above the Atlantic Ocean

After a true deep dive into your requests, your travel agent will come back with a variety of suggested hotels, activities, and surprise experiences. You tell us which ones fit you best and we'll work through the logistics!

The stone bridge and turrets of Ashford Castle surrounded by woodland

You'll be equipped with an itinerary complete with the details of your trip. If anything happens along the way, you can relax knowing your travel agent will take care of everything!

Lough Leane in Killarney National Park beneath the Kerry mountains

Good to know

Hidden Treasures FAQs

Can I see the Cliffs of Moher and the Giant’s Causeway on one trip?

Yes. They’re on opposite sides of the island, so we plan a loop with comfortable stops in between.

Do I need a car to explore rural Ireland?

A private driver is the most relaxing option, especially on narrow country roads. Trains link major cities.

Can I stay in a castle?

Absolutely. Ashford Castle, Dromoland Castle and Adare Manor are favorites, and we can add banquets or falconry.

Do I need anything extra to visit Northern Ireland?

Northern Ireland is part of the UK, which now requires an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for U.S. visitors. We confirm current requirements before you go.

When is the best time for the west coast?

May to September brings the longest days and calmest seas for island trips. See our best time to visit Ireland guide.

Your Dream Ireland Getaway

Ireland’s hidden treasures are best explored with someone who knows them. Tell us about the trip you’re dreaming of, and one of our Ireland specialists will start designing it with you.

  • A tailor-made itinerary, designed around you
  • Private drivers, guides and tickets handled
  • Hand-picked castles and hotels with exclusive perks

Start Planning Your Tailor-Made Trip by Contacting One of Our Ireland Specialists

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