The Nine-Day Psalm of Irish Celtic Mysteries

Highlights of the trip:

① Visit the whisky distillery converted from a church and taste its mellow brewing.

② Follow historical experts and follow the alternative path of urban architecture to explore the story of the Irish independence movement.

③ With a calm rhythm, spend 6 days exploring the three major national parks in southwest China; Both classic and secret experience.

④ Walk along the coast with the food guide to identify edible marine plants; Visit the abalone farm and enjoy the delicious wine.

⑤ Visit the Allen Islands, the soul of the Irish nation, by bike or hike, and taste authentic Guinness stew.

⑥ Visit Skellig Michael Island, which is rarely visited by tourists, visit the ruins of Celtic monasteries, or encounter puffins in summer.

⑦ Select two boutique hotels transformed from 18 th century country manors; Feast in a seafood restaurant that has been passed down for four generations.

Itinerary arrangement

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Dublin

Fly to Dublin and pick up to the hotel by special car.

Dining: Please take care of yourself

Accommodation: Anantara Dublin Landmark

Day 2 Dublin City Exploration

In the morning, visit Trinity College, Ireland’s oldest university, founded in 1592, to see the Kellan Scroll, considered a national treasure. Then visit the whisky distillery converted from a 19 th century church, and choose to experience cocktails or whiskey tasting (for non-alcohol guests, a visit to the Irish Literature Museum will be arranged).

In the afternoon, you will follow a unique city path, taking the Easter Uprising of 1916 as a clue, and visit important historical landmarks such as the General Post Office, City Hall, Dublin Castle, Four Courts and Customs House. The guide will tell the tortuous history of Ireland’s struggle for independence.

Dining: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation: Anantara Dublin Landmark

Day 3 Go to Connemara National Park

Approximately 3 hours drive to Connemara National Park. Lunch is arranged at the seafood tavern that has been in operation for four generations, and you can taste local fresh brewed seafood and seafood of the day. In the afternoon, explore a tidal island on the west coast that is connected with the land from time to time (you can go to the sea from mid-June to mid-August). You can ride along the cliff for an hour to the excellent viewing spot, overlooking the magnificent sea view of the North Atlantic Ocean.

Today’s residence was transformed from an 18 th century country manor, with lakes and mountains, and elegant and luxurious interiors; The surrounding streams and lakes are famous fishing resorts. Stay here for 2 consecutive nights.

Dining: Breakfast, lunch at the hotel

Accommodation: Select Country Estate Hotels

Day 4 Connemara In-depth Experience

Get to know edible marine plants on a guided stroll along the Rosaville coast in the morning; Visit the family-owned abalone farm and taste freshly made seaweed tempura and abalone with white wine.

In the afternoon, according to the weather and physical strength, explore Connemara National Park on foot under the arrangement of the guide (if you don’t hike, you can choose the sightseeing route mainly by car).

Dining: Breakfast, lunch at the hotel

Accommodation: Select Country Estate Hotels

Day 5 Baron National Park and the Cliffs of Moher

It takes about 2 hours by car to Barron National Park. Its unique karst landscape, mountains and valleys are the inspiration for The Lord of the Rings. Because there are few tourists, they are often lucky enough to meet wild animals such as otters and peregrine falcons.

In the evening, after most tourists have dispersed, follow the hiking trail to visit Ireland’s iconic Cliffs of Moher. This cliff over 200 meters high and stretching for 14 kilometers has stood on the North Atlantic Ocean for 320 million years.

Today, I stayed in another hotel renovated from the 18 th century manor, with simple and elegant interiors. It once hosted Tolkien, the author of The Lord of the Rings. Stay here for 2 consecutive nights.

Dining: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation: Select Country Estate Hotels

Day 6 Exploration of Arun Islands

Allen Islands, composed of three islands, are famous for their well-preserved traditional culture. The islanders still speak Gaelic as their mother tongue and have a unique “Shanus” singing style.

In 1896, John Singer, a sick Irish writer, was encouraged by Yeats to come here for healing. This experience gave birth to works such as Aran Islands, which laid the foundation of the Irish Renaissance and shaped the national soul.

Take a ferry to the island (overlooking the Cliffs of Moher on the way), explore the path between ancient stone walls and deserted beaches by hiking or cycling, and taste authentic Guinness beer stew at noon.

Dining: Breakfast, lunch at the hotel

Accommodation: Select Country Estate Hotels

Day 7 Travel to Killarney National Park

Approximately 2.5 hours drive to Killarney National Park. In the afternoon, take a traditional canoe ride across Lake Lane to Dunlow Canyon-a valley formed during the ice age and dotted with five lakes. You can hike along the valley for about 12 kilometers (about 3 hours, low difficulty), or choose carriage, cycling, etc. to complete it.

Dining: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation: Dunlo Hotel (Superior Room)

Day 8 Skellig Michael Island Exploration

Visit Skellig Michael Island, isolated in the North Atlantic Ocean (ferry round trip). The Celtic monastery, built in the 7 th century, stood on a steep slope and was the center of Irish Christianity for 600 years. You may also encounter puffins in summer. Then return along the magnificent Kaili Ring Road, pass through Shanhu Village, and stop as you go.

Dining: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation: Dunlo Hotel (Superior Room)