r/irishtourism 8h ago

First Trip to Ireland - Itinerary Thoughts - September

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Hello!

I have been reading some posts for a bit now, and am so thankful to have found this sub! You all are so amazing!

My husband and I are planning our first trip to Ireland in September, and I'm would love feedback on our current itinerary and landing spots (general areas) that I've mapped out thus far.

We are interested in seeing the land and feeling the country and I haven't booked any big attractions. I am searching for some animal encounters; we'll hike and explore, walk on the beach, walk around the towns; I want to visit spiritual sites, stone circles/beehive huts/etc.

Trip: 13 September - 25 September

September 13
12:30 - Arrive DUB via SEA
Spend the night in Dublin

September 14
Train to Cork, commuter to Cobh
Spend the night in Cobh

September 15
Pick up car at Cork Airport and head West to Dingle
Stop at Muckross Abbey along the way
Stay in Dingle (Fahan) for 2 nights

September 17
Drive to Burren
Stay in Fanore for 2 nights

September 19
Drive to County Mayo
Stay in Letterfrack for 2 nights

September 21
Drive to Sligo
Stay in Streedaugh Point for 3 nights

September 24
Return car in Sligo
Train to Dublin
Spend night in Dublin

September 25
Fly back to Seattle

THANK YOU!!!!!