Tour Type
International Tours
DEPARTURE INFORMATION
Lower Mainland
August 29, 2026 – 18 Days
Vancouver Island
August 29, 2026 – 18 Days
BC Interior
August 29, 2026 – 18 Days
Activity Level 3
GROUP SIZE
TOUR SUMMARY
A tour all around the Emerald Isle
This is the 10th time since 2010 that Wells Gray Tours has offered a tour to Ireland and our travellers have always been thrilled with the experience. We have partnered with Joe O’Reilly, a company renowned for creating meaningful connections with the heart and culture of Ireland. Our journey circles the island and showcases not only the iconic landmarks of Ireland and Northern Ireland — Giant’s Causeway, the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, and Blarney Castle — but also those memorable moments that bring the country to life. Enjoy a stay in two historic castles, a Black Taxi tour in Belfast, a jaunting cart ride, a sheepdog demonstration, and three evenings of traditional Irish entertainment. So don your richest green, pocket your lucky shamrock, and let Ireland sweep you away!
WHAT’S INCLUDED
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Meals
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28 meals
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Transportation
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Accommodation
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Guides & Gratuities
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Knowledgeable Wells Gray tour director
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Tour Highlights (Included)
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TOUR FARES
| Departure Point | Fares per Person |
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$13,960$16,595 |
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$14,060$16,695 |
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$13,990$16,625 |
- This tour is exempt from GST
- Earn 256 Experience Points
DEPARTURE POINTS & DATES
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Level
Moderate Activity: As a traveller you like a variety of activities and walking up to 2 km with breaks such as a guided walking tour is very doable for you without assistance. You can stand for prolonged periods, negotiate a variety of terrain from cobblestone streets to moderate hills comfortably, and can climb two flights of stairs without assistance. Historic attractions often require walking on uneven surfaces. You must handle your own luggage to the check-in at airports and often walk long distances to your gate. You may need to handle your own luggage at hotels if luggage service is not available. You may bring a cane or walking poles if needed. The coaches cannot carry a scooter or motorized wheelchair. The tour director, drivers, Irish guide, and local guides have many responsibilities, so please do not expect them, or your fellow travellers, to provide ongoing assistance. If you are not capable of keeping up with the group or require frequent assistance, the tour director may stop you from participating in some activities or some days of the tour. In extreme situations, you may be required to leave the tour and travel home at your own expense; travel insurance will probably not cover you.
Tour Size
This tour is limited to 25 participants, making it a more intimate travel experience.
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Documentation: A valid passport is required and must not expire before you leave Ireland. No visa is needed. However, an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) must be obtained online before departure. Cost: £16. Instructions will be provided at final payment.
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Currency & Expenses: The Euro is used in Ireland and, as of November 2025, one Euro costs C$1.64. The British Pound is used in Northern Ireland and costs C$1.88. You should order Pounds and Euros from your bank 1-2 weeks before departure, or plan to use ATMs. Credit cards are accepted almost everywhere. Gratuities are included for all group meals, Irish drivers, and guides.
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Flight seating: We are unable to take requests for window or aisle seating on the planes. The airline will not accept them, as group seating is assigned as a block. If this is important to you, we suggest you take the “No Flight” option with a fare reduction and book your own flight which allows seat selection. The amount of the reduction is $1500.
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Flight delays or cancellations: In the event flights are delayed or cancelled by airlines due to weather or other WELLS GRAY TOURS - IRELAND (2nd departure) reasons, there may be additional costs to you. Wells Gray Tours will not pay for hotel rooms and meals during the delay. Most travel insurance policies cover expenses incurred for flight delays.
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Rooms for singles: Rooms for singles are often a different style or smaller size than twin rooms. Many hotels limit the number of single rooms allocated to a group. Please book early if you prefer to travel single.
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Food Allergies: You must notify us no later than at final payment if you have a food allergy. This tour goes to some remote places where restaurants may not be able to satisfy all food allergies. An allergy causes medical distress, a preference does not. For some allergies, please consider bringing your own snacks or food items so you are not dependent on what restaurants are able to serve.
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Beverages: Although some dinners are included, it is not common practice to include beverages with meals. Bottled water is served, but any other beverage (including beer in a pub) is probably at your expense.
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Triples: Triples are not available on this tour.
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Payments: A deposit of $1,000 per person is requested at time of booking and balance is due May 26, 2026. By paying the deposit, you agree to the Terms & Conditions, Activity Level and Cancellation Policy outlined. Payments can be made by online banking or cheque (3% discount on tour fare), or by Visa or Mastercard.
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Cancellation Policy: Up to April 24, 2026, the cancellation charge is $100 per person. From April 25 to May 26, the cancellation charge is $300 per person. From May 27 to June 26, the cancellation charge is 50% of the tour fare. From June 27 to July 24, the cancellation charge is 80% of the tour fare. After July 24, there is no refund.
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Itinerary and Fare Changes: Our many suppliers may notify us about changes to the itinerary prior to departure and sometimes during the tour. We do our best to substitute a similar service if something cancels, but occasionally the only alternative is to provide a refund for the missed activity. Please note that if we are forced to cancel a tour component due to an issue beyond our control, the current penalties still apply if you choose to cancel the entire tour. Fuel surcharges and changes to taxes, currency exchange rates, or other tour costs can occur at any time, therefore Wells Gray Tours reserves the right to increase fares due to such changes up to departure.
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Travel Insurance: A Comprehensive Insurance policy is available through Wells Gray Tours and coverage is provided by Travel Guard. Policies purchased at deposit include a waiver of the pre-existing condition clause for medical and cancellation claims, otherwise policies can be purchased no later than at final payment. Medical questionnaire is not needed. Please contact us for details. If you have your own travel insurance, please read the policy carefully to be sure that you are adequately covered for medical, cancellation, interruption, and luggage.
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Photo Credits: Adobe Stock (Cliffs of Moher), tour director Lisa (Kylemore Abbey, Wells Gray Travellers at Old Jameson Distillery 2024, Wells Gray Travellers at Cliffs of Moher 2024), Unsplash (Donegal, Dublin, Galway), and Wikimedia (Giant’s Causeway).
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Experience Points or E-points: This tour earns 256 e-points. Each time you travel on a Wells Gray tour, you earn e-points that are added to your account after the tour returns. One e-point equals $1. Redeem your earned points on select tours or accumulate enough points to earn a free tour! Redemptions offered until May 26, 2026.
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