CIE Tours Ireland Heritage Journey 8-Day
Ireland
CIE Tours is the Ireland and Britain specialist among escorted operators, with tours across Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales, plus Iceland, Italy, Spain and Portugal. Its Inclusive Advantage means every experience on the itinerary and most meals are in the price — castle stays, pub evenings, guided sightseeing with a tour director throughout — so an Ireland week arrives with few surprises on the bill.
Pricing varies by date — ask us
Quoted per sailing, resort or departure
- Operator
- CIE Tours
- Group perks from
- 8+ pax
Or call / text 954-698-4438
This is a supplier profile, not a priced offer. Tell us your dates and group and we quote the specific sailing, resort or departure.
Our take
For Ireland we start with CIE because it is what the company does — decades on the island, the castle hotels, the pub nights and the Cliffs of Moher and Ring of Kerry handled without a rental car on the left side of the road. The inclusive pricing suits people who hate surprise charges. It is a coach tour with a full schedule; if your Ireland is a slow week in one cottage, this is not it, and we will say so.
Highlights
- Ireland specialist: coach tours, castle stays and heritage stops across the whole island
- Inclusive Advantage — every itinerary experience and most meals included in one price
- Also Scotland, England, Wales, Iceland, Italy, Spain and Portugal
- Tour director throughout, Local Guides at the major sites
- Heritage-minded itineraries for travelers tracing Irish roots
Who this trip suits
- First-time visitors to Ireland who want the west and south without driving
- Families tracing Irish roots — heritage stops are part of the design
- Travelers who want most meals and every experience included up front
- Groups and multigenerational trips that need a tour director
Who should look elsewhere
- Travelers who want to linger in one place
- Anyone who dislikes coach days and hotel changes
- People wanting nightlife beyond a pub evening
- Those who want Northern Ireland in depth — only some itineraries include it
What's included
- Hotel accommodations (4-star or higher on most departures)
- Daily breakfast and most dinners
- Coach transportation between cities
- Entrance fees to listed sites
- Professional English-speaking tour director
- Local guides at major attractions
What's not included
- International airfare (often available as add-on)
- Most lunches and some dinners (free time for guest choice)
- Optional excursions and free-time activities
- Travel insurance
- Tips for tour director, driver, and local guides (USD 10-15/pp/day combined)
- Personal expenses (laundry, room service, premium drinks)
The real cost of this trip
The “from” price is the operator's land-only rate. This is what sits on top of it, so the number you budget is the number you pay.
| Flights | Not included; Dublin is a direct flight from South Florida on several carriers. |
| Tips | Tour director, driver and Local Guide gratuities are customary and extra. |
| Meals not covered | Most operators include breakfasts and some dinners; budget for the rest. |
| Optional excursions | Offered on free days and priced separately. |
| Travel protection | Not included. We recommend it and quote it with the tour. |
| Solo travelers | A single supplement applies unless waived on a specific departure. |
Good to know
- Destinations
- Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales, Iceland, Italy, Spain and Portugal, and multi-country combinations.
- Included
- Every itinerary experience and most meals (CIE's Inclusive Advantage); tour director throughout.
- Pricing
- Tour prices are not shown here; CIE publishes per-tour rates by date, and we quote the exact departure.
- Entry
- U.S. passport holders need the UK Electronic Travel Authorisation for Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland; the Republic of Ireland does not require it.
Group minimums
Group rates and amenities unlock at these tiers. Negotiated through Travel Connects' supplier relationships.
| Tier | What you get |
|---|---|
| 8+ pax | Group rates generally start around 8 travelers. We negotiate the specifics per booking. |
| 16+ pax | Larger groups typically earn a deeper discount or a comped seat. Terms vary by operator and departure. |
Questions we get about this trip
What does Inclusive Advantage mean?
CIE's pricing includes every experience on the itinerary and most meals, so the on-the-ground spend is mainly lunches, drinks and tips.
How does it compare with the Globus Ireland tour?
Globus's Introduction to Ireland is a tighter seven days at a lower price with fewer meals included; CIE tours run longer, include more and add castle stays. We compare the two for your dates and budget.
Is Iceland or Scotland the same style?
Yes — the same escorted format with local specialists; Scotland pairs naturally with Ireland on multi-country itineraries.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular departures fill six to nine months out; single rooms and small-group series go first.
What if we need to cancel?
The operator's terms apply and depend on the departure; we walk you through them before you pay a deposit.
Cancellation policy
Most escorted tour fares: deposit refundable up to 90 days, sliding cancellation 89-60 days (typically 50% by 60 days), no refund inside 60 days. Some premium brands require non-refundable deposits earlier. Insurance with cancel-for-any-reason highly recommended.
Documents needed
Valid passport (6+ months past return). Most European/UK tours visa-free for US citizens; Russia, India, China, Vietnam, Egypt, and a few other destinations require visa — supplier provides packet 90+ days prior. ETA/eTA may be required for UK, Australia, Canada (electronic, USD 10-20).