Halloween in Ireland: A 10-Day Chauffeur-Driven Journey

What's Included

Accommodation▲

9 nights in hand-picked accommodation across Ireland, including Dublin, Waterford, Cork, and Derry. Centrally located 4-star hotels (or similar), as well as a night in the Lodge at the luxurious Ashford Castle.

Transport▲

A dedicated driver-guide in a luxury vehicle, taking you on a personal tour across Ireland

Meals▲

Full Irish breakfast daily (except day of arrival)

Days 1–2: Dublin's Literary & Haunted Heritage▲

Arrive in Dublin and begin exploring Ireland’s vibrant capital. Visit world-famous attractions including Trinity College, the Book of Kells, Glasnevin Cemetery, and the Guinness Storehouse before joining a haunted walking tour that reveals the city’s dark and mysterious past.

Day 3: Journey to Waterford▲

Meet your private driver-guide and travel south to Waterford. Along the way, enjoy stories and local insights as you discover Ireland’s oldest city, founded by Vikings over 1,100 years ago.

Day 4: Cork & Ireland's Darkest Tales▲

Continue to Cork, where you’ll explore the atmospheric Cork City Gaol before venturing to Spike Island for an unforgettable after-dark experience. Discover eerie prison corridors, hidden tunnels, and tales of Ireland’s most notorious criminals.

Day 5: Medieval Castles & Ashford Estate▲

Travel through Ireland’s beautiful countryside to Limerick and visit King John’s Castle. Continue north to Cong and enjoy a luxurious stay on the grounds of the world-famous Ashford Estate.

Days 6–7: Derry Halloween Festival▲

Experience the excitement of Europe’s largest Halloween festival with two nights in the Derry region. Enjoy spectacular parades, street theatre, live music, fireworks, and immersive experiences that transform the city into a Halloween wonderland.

Days 8–9: Púca & The Ancient Origins of Halloween▲

Continue to County Meath for the Púca Festival, a unique celebration of Ireland’s ancient Samhain traditions. Enjoy folklore-inspired performances, storytelling, fire displays, music, and immersive cultural experiences that connect visitors with Halloween’s Celtic roots.

Day 10: Departure▲

Following a final Irish breakfast, your private transfer will bring you to Dublin Airport for your journey home.

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Vacation Highlights

Cork City Gaol▲

Step inside a beautifully preserved 19th-century prison and uncover the stories of the men, women, and children who once lived behind its imposing walls.

Spike Island After Dark▲

Explore Ireland’s most notorious prison by lantern light and hear chilling tales of murder, punishment, and paranormal encounters.

King John's Castle▲

Experience over 800 years of Irish history at one of the country’s most impressive medieval fortresses.

Derry Halloween Festival▲

Celebrate Halloween in spectacular fashion with parades, performances, fireworks, and immersive experiences in Europe’s Halloween capital. Festivities take place from October 28th-November 1st.

Púca Festival▲

Experience the ancient origins of Halloween through a vibrant programme of storytelling, music, fire ceremonies, folklore, and cultural events inspired by Samhain traditions. Festivities take place from October 29th-November 1st.