ADVENTURES in IRELAND
with THE BERGER BOYS
9days / 8 nights of Music + Sightseeing
Small Group Tour - limited numbers!
SEPTEMBER 10 - 19, 2026
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
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Private motorcoach with professional driver
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Dedicated local historian / tour guide
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8 nights accommodation in castles / manors / boutique hotels
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14 meals - 8 full Irish breakfasts plus 6 group dinners
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Entrance fees into historic sites
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Entrance fees into scheduled music events
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Traditional Irish Sessions
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The Berger Boys performances in quaint Irish venues with guest musicians
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ADDITIONAL NIGHTS FOR BEFORE OR AFTER THE TOUR CAN BE ARRANGED - ask us about special deals!
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Visit the beautiful, historic sites of Ireland!
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Enjoy Irish music and experience traditional Irish sessions in quaint Irish listening venues!
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Spend fun times with your friends, like minded-travelers and The Berger Boys, along with special guests, in a most unique setting, in one of the most beautiful and friendly countries in the world!
MEET - Joe McCooey -
Our Historical Advisor + Guide
Joe is highly regarded as one of Ireland's foremost archeologists. Archaeology has always been his passion, along with his huge interest in local history. He has extensive knowledge of areas not on standard tourism routes, which are hidden gems and reflective of true Irish life over the centuries.
Joe is interested and passionate about the need to preserve monuments for future generations and to regenerate community interest in and support for monuments and buildings of archaeological and historical importance.
He has undertaken the major long-term project of restoring the ruin of the medieval Killilagh Church in the Doolin area, to restore and to stop further deterioration in the condition of the fabric of the building, on a phased basis. He is also working on a graveyard survey at Killilagh and aims to link Doolin with the Irish diaspora in the USA
FAQs:
All are welcome - music lovers, friends, travel enthusiasts etc! This is an enjoyable tour of Ireland, visiting many historical sites, and experiencing one of the world's favorite countries, in a most authentic way. The tour will encompass sightseeing, shopping, attending Irish music events and many other activities!
WILL THERE BE IRISH MUSIC JAMS/SESSIONS?
Yes, absolutely!
There will be ample opportunities to attend Irish traditional music sessions, hosted by local Irish traditional musicians along the way.
WHAT IF I WANT TO EXTEND MY TRIP IN IRELAND?
We are happy to arrange additional nights in Dublin (or elsewhere in the country) for you, for before or after the tour! Just ask us for further details.We have some great recommendations!
ARE FLIGHTS INCLUDED?
No. This is a land-only package. Passengers may select their chosen airline / flight routing / travel dates (and many choose to add extra days in Ireland before or after the tour). We're happy to refer you to an American based agency who can assist you with the flights if you require.
WHAT IF I HAVE PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS?
If you require the use of mechanical items such as a wheelchair or scooter, or if you have physical limitations (such as difficulty in climbing uneven steps and/or walking on uneven / rocky terrain, pease contact us to discuss this itinerary. We will do all that we can to facilitate your needs for a most enjoyable experience.
WHAT IS THE WEATHER LIKE IN SEPTEMBER AND HOW SHOULD I DRESS?
It's IRELAND! Be prepared for a mixture of weather, no matter when you come, it's predictably unpredictable (or, unpredictably predictable!). Rain is often on the cards, and the temperature changes regularly. The good news is that September is statistically the driest month of the year, so you have a good chance of mild, early autumn, sunny weather. We advise you to dress for springtime, with a mix of short and long sleeve shirts, with a light jacket on hand.
WHY DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE?
Travel insurance is necessary in the case of interruption or cancellation due to airline cancellation or delay, sickness or death to you or an immediate family member, or other valid reasons. It is strongly advisable to purchase travel insurance which also covers medical costs in the event of sickness or injury while in Ireland.
TENTATIVE ITINERARY
(subject to change)
Thurs 10Sept: Depart from your chosen location, for your overnight flight to Ireland
DAY1 in IRELAND (Fri 11Sept)
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Arrive in Dublin Airport – Meet and greet the tour guide and board our coach to travel into the Boyne Valley, where we will visit Trim Castle - the largest and best preserved Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland. Few places in Ireland contain more medieval buildings than this heritage town. Trim gets its name from the Irish, ‘Baile Atha Troim’, which means ‘Town of the Ford of the Elder Trees’, indicating that this was an important fording point on the River Boyne.
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Before re-boarding the bus, there’s time to shop at Trim’s local craft shop.
DAY2 (Sat 12Sept)
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After breakfast (and subject to scheduling + availability), we will visit Newgrange - a prehistoric monument located on a rise overlooking the River Boyne, It is an exceptionally grand passage tomb built during the Neolithic Period, around 3200 BC, making it older than Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids!
DAY3 (Sun 13Sept)
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This morning, we travel west to the beautiful county of Leitrim. We'll check into Lough Rynn Castle, where we'll stay for 2 nights.
DAY4 (Mon 14Sept)
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Today we'll visit the family run Lough Ree Distillery for an educational tour and whiskey tasting experience. Tonight we'll attend a musical performance by the Berger Boys (further details TBC)
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DAY5 (Tue 15Sept)
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After breakfast, we check out of Lough Rynn Castle, and head further west, taking in the counties of Sligo and Roscommon, before arriving in County Mayo, to the lovely seaside heritage town of Westport.
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Tonight we will dine and stay in the beautiful Knockranny House Hotel - Just a short walk from the town centre, and set in secluded grounds on a hillside, this luxury hotel stands proudly overlooking the picturesque town of Westport and enjoys breathtaking views of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay’s islands to the west and the Nephin Mountains to the north.
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DAY6 (Wed 16Sept)
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After breakfast, you are free to wander around and explore Westport town, full of shops, pubs, cafes and friendly atmosphere! Later, we will attend an afternoon session at Matt Molloy's (of the world famous Irish band The Chieftains) pub for a traditional Irish session. One never knows who will turn up. Matt Molloy himself is often on site and joins in the session!
DAY7 (Thurs 17Sept)
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After a well-prepared breakfast, we check out of our hotel and head south through the historic region of Connemara, taking in the Atlantic coast of counties Galway and Clare.
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Tonight we'll stay in the music town of Ennis and will enjoy one of the many traditional Irish sessions which take place in the local pubs.
DAY 8 (Fri 18Sept)
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After breakfast, we will explore the incredible historic Burren - a unique landscape characterized by vast limestone pavements, deep fissures, and underground caves. The area, also known as "Boireann" (meaning "great rock"), encompasses over 200 square miles and is one of Ireland's great archaeological sites. The Burren is full of ancient ruins, diverse flora, unique geological formations, stone forts, tombs, and cooking sites, dating back thousands of years to the Stone Age and Bronze Age.
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DAY9 (Sat 19Sept)
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Final morning to start the day with a full Irish breakfast , then check out of the hotel and we say goodbye until next time….! Coach will provide transport to Shannon Airport. For other destinations, we will be happy to assist.
CUSTOMARY GRATUITIES FOR TOUR GUIDE AND DRIVER NOT INCLUDED.
FURTHER DETAILS TO FOLLOW!
THIS IS A LAND PACKAGE ONLY.
FLIGHTS/ AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED.
TOUR BEGINS IN DUBLIN AND ENDS IN SHANNON <coach picks up on first morning of tour at arrivals hall in Dublin Airport and finishes up in SHANNON at end of tour>
Secure your spot now with a small deposit!
€350 dep for a single room, €500 dep for a double/twin room
TOTAL TOUR PRICE €3695 p/p/s, based on double or twin occupancy
Price quoted in Euros. Due to currency fluctuation, the dollar amount is not guaranteed and is subject to change until time of final payment.
Deposits are non-refundable. Final payments will be non-refundable within 120 days of start of programme..
It is advisable for participants to secure their own travel/health insurance in the event of illness or cancellation.
IATW reserves the right to alter or change any and all details of this trip as necessary. /
Further information at
IrelandAlongTheWay@gmail.com PH: 615-955-4575
