Celebrate Halloween Where It All Began: Two Spooktacular Tours of Ireland
Ireland is the birthplace of Halloween, where the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain first marked the turning of the seasons. This October, we invite you to step into the land of myths, legends, and ghosts on one of our exclusive Halloween-themed journeys. With two new luxury packages – an 8-Day Halloween Adventure and a 10-Day Halloween Odyssey – you’ll experience eerie castles, lively festivals, and the thrill of celebrating Halloween in its spiritual home.
Derry’s annual Halloween celebrations (Courtesy of Lorcan Doherty)The 8-Day Halloween Adventure (Oct 29 – Nov 5, 2025)
This journey takes you through Belfast, Derry, Meath, and Dublin, with a perfect balance of chilling history and vibrant celebrations:
Walk the haunted halls of Crumlin Road Gaol in Belfast.
Join the Derry Halloween Festival, Europe’s largest Halloween celebration, with its Awakening the Walled City trail, parades, and fireworks.
Step into Ireland’s ancient traditions at the Púca Festival in Meath, where fire shows, myth-inspired performances, and harvest feasts revive Samhain.
In Dublin, take part in the Original Haunted Walking Tour and the spine-tingling Ghostbus Tour, and toast to the season at John Kavanagh’s legendary pub, The Gravediggers.
Derry Halloween Carnival Parade (Couretsy of Lorcan Doherty)The 10-Day Halloween Odyssey (Oct 25 – Nov 3, 2025)
For those who want to immerse themselves even deeper, this extended journey begins earlier and covers more ground:
Explore Dublin’s haunted past, from Glasnevin Cemetery to the Book of Kells.
Wander Waterford’s Viking Triangle and stay in the historic Granville Hotel.
In Cork, venture inside Cork City Gaol and dare to join the Spike Island After Dark Tour, known as “Ireland’s Alcatraz.”
Travel through Limerick to King John’s Castle before an overnight stay at The Lodge at Ashford Castle in Mayo.
Celebrate Halloween in Derry with parades, fireworks, and eerie history.
Finish your adventure at the Púca Festival in Trim, where Ireland’s ancient Samhain traditions come alive.
Púca Festival, 2023, Co. Meath (Courtesy of Harris PR)Why Celebrate Halloween in Ireland?
From medieval walled cities to ghostly castles and fire-lit festivals, nowhere celebrates Halloween quite like Ireland. These tours combine history, culture, luxury accommodations, and festive fun for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Book your Halloween escape today and discover the home of Samhain in unforgettable style.
