12-Day Itinerary for Exploring Ireland

1. Day 1: Dublin
   Arrive at the Dublin Airport

   Explore Dublin's famous landmarks and historic bars.

2. Day 2: Kilkenny
   2 hours (136 km) from Dublin

   Visit Kilkenny Castle and explore the Medieval Mile.

3. Day 3: Killarney
   2.5 hours (205 km) from Kilkenny

   Take a scenic drive around the Ring of Kerry and visit Muckross House.

4. Day 4-5: Dingle
   1.5 hours (68 km) from Killarney

   Experience the Dingle Peninsula's beautiful coastline and charming town.

5. Day 6-7: Galway
   3 hours (252 km) from Dingle

   Explore Galway's medieval streets, sip a pint at a traditional pub and attend a cultural show at The King's Head.

6. Day 8: Sligo
   2 hours (155 km) from Galway

   Take a surf lesson at Strandhill Beach and tour the beautiful Belleek Castle.

7. Day 9: Donegal
   1.5 hours (86 km) from Sligo

   Visit the Glenveagh National Park and Donegal Castle.

8. Day 10: Giant's Causeway
   2.5 hours (187 km) from Donegal

   Take in the natural wonder of the Giant's Causeway and stop at the Bushmills Distillery.

9. Day 11-12: Belfast
   1 hour (93 km) from Giant's Causeway

   Discover Belfast's shipbuilding history at Titanic Quarter and explore the city's murals and pubs.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dublin Castle (1-2 hours, €10)
• Kilkenny Castle (1-2 hours, €9)
• Muckross House (2 hours, €15)
• Murals Walking Tour in Belfast (2 hours, Free)
• Surf Lesson (2 hours, €50)
• Total Estimated Costs: €84

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting County Cork to check out Blarney Castle or visit the Cliffs of Moher on your way to Galway. If you have less time, partially skip Donegal and travel directly to Belfast, or shorten your time in Dublin and explore Wicklow Mountains instead.