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 A small island with a big reputation: breathtaking landscapes and fascinating, friendly people, whose lyrical nature is expressed in the warmth of their welcome. Everything you’ve heard is true: Ireland is a stunner. The locals need little prodding to proclaim theirs the most beautiful land in the world, and can support their claim with many examples. Given the sometimes old-fashioned reputation of the country, it is normal to wonder about the state of Gay Travel in Ireland. Travel in Ireland is generally problem-free, whatever your sexual orientation or identification might be as long as you are as safety-conscious as you would be in any foreign city or country.
• Individual & Small Group suggested tour
• Featuring: Dublin - Belfast - Cork - Galway
• Discover the secrets behind Oscar Wilde's life
• Visit the ancient library at Trinity College in Dublin
• Re-live the history of Titanic Experience in Belfast
• Explore the Kilkenny Castle
• Marvel at the Cliffs of Moher
• Tour the amazing cities of Cork and Galway
• LGBT Friendly Tour Guide for Gaily Tours and Excursions
Day 1 -
• Arrival transfer from airport to your hotel.
• Accommodation and free time for shopping and dinner.
• Overnight at your hotel in Dublin.
Dublin, capital of and gateway to the beautiful island of Ireland. A city of history, culture and friendly people.
Gay Dublin is a unique, vibrant and welcoming city—one of Europe’s fastest-growing destinations for LGBTQ tourists looking for alternatives to the normal Berlin, Amsterdam, London etc scene. But like any tourist to Dublin will discover, there is so much more to the Dublin’s gay scene than just the traditional gay bars and club events.
There is so much to do here – but we found our favorite memories were tasting Irish whiskey in a small pub, exploring historic castles or getting lost only to find beauty in the strangest of places.
Hotel: The Alex Hotel, Dublin, 4* (or similar)
Day 2 -
• Buffet Breakfast and enjoy an amazing LGBT friendly tour in Dublin/, and get a taste of the history and culture of this vibrant capital city.
• Admire highlights of Dublin like Bank of Ireland (former 18th century House of Parliament), City Hall, O’Connell Street, Temple Bar, the River Liffey, the former Viking/Medieval Quarter, Christ Church Cathedral, St Patrick’s Cathedral, City Hall, Dublin Castle, Powerscourt Centre/Grafton Street, Merrion Square, Kildare Street etc.
• Afterwards enter world-famous Guinness Brewery, the Guinness Storehouse which offers a unique experience where you will discover what goes into making a pint of Guinness. Glass walled lifts whisk you from floor to floor, through a fascinating exhibition that uses words, music, images, sounds and smells to bring to life the rich splendor of the Guinness story.
• Finish with a pint in the breathtaking view of the Gravity Bar, the highest bar in Dublin, which gives a 360-degree view across Dublin and its surroundings.
• Lunch on your own.
• In the afternoon continue be ready for an LGBT Tour of Dublin, exploring gay history from the medieval period right up to modern day.
• Follow the steps of Oscar Wilde from his childhood home to his statue in Merrion Sq.
• Don’t miss Trinity College, the most famous university in Ireland founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth 1st of England and the scholarly home to many classical and contemporary Irish writers.
• Here you will see the world-famous Book of Kells, an early Christian illuminated manuscript, handwritten and beautifully decorated by Irish monks. The magnificent old library hall “The Long Room” will also impress you.
• Learn more about the General Post Office’s Rising, Irish fight for Independence and Sir Roger Casement, one of the key figures in Ireland's independence movement, human rights advocate who authored the first report detailing atrocities committed in King Leopold's Congo Free State, and was executed in London for his participation in the Easter Rising (rumours and contested evidence of his homosexuality likely played a deciding role in his death sentence).
• Afterwards have an overview of the Irish LGBT modern history, a country which became the first country to legalise same-sex marriage by popular referendum.
• Dinner on your own and overnight in Dublin.
Rainbow Tips: Live the vibrant atmosphere of the Temple Bar, which has preserved its medieval street pattern, with many narrow-cobbled streets. The area comes alive after dark, with many pubs, restaurants and nightclubs to choose.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hotel: The Alex Hotel, Dublin, 4* (or similar)
Day 3 -
• Buffet breakfast and free time for individual visits and shopping through one of Europe's most beautiful cities.
• After lunch on your own, transfer from your hotel to the Train Station.
• Then take your High Speed Train to your next destination: the splendid Belfast in Northern Ireland. • Arrival to Belfast, transfer to your hotel and accommodation.
• In the late afternoon free time in Belfast.
• Dinner on your own.
• Rest of the night free for party.
• Overnight at your hotel in Belfast.
Rainbow Tips: Live the vibrant Gay Athmosphere in Union Street Bar, Maverick Bar and Boombox Bar, and dance the night away in Kremlin and Taboo Clubs.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hotel: voco Belfast by IHG Hotel, Belfast, 4* (or similar)
Day 4 -
• Buffet Breakfast and join us on an immersive LGBTQ+ heritage tour, starting at the iconic Belfast City Hall, the heart of the city’s political and social landscape. Here, we’ll explore the milestones of LGBTQ+ rights in Northern Ireland, reflecting on the activism that shaped equality movements in the region.
• As we stroll through Belfast’s historic streets, you’ll discover key landmarks, from the vibrant Cathedral Quarter with its inclusive venues and street art, to the sites where protests and pride marches helped forge change.
• Our journey will take us then to the Titanic Quarter, where we’ll conclude at the awe-inspiring Titanic Museum.
• As we reflect on Belfast’s progress toward inclusion, the museum’s symbolism of resilience and innovation ties beautifully into the city's evolving LGBTQ+ history.
• Your tour will end at the Titanic Experience Museum entrance where you can explore the museum on your own.
• Free time for Lunch and Free Afternoon for invidual visits and Shopping.
• Dinner on your own and overnight in Belfast.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hotel: voco Belfast by IHG Hotel, Belfast, 4* (or similar)
Day 5 -
• Buffet Breakfast and departure from Belfast for a spectacular full-day gay-friendly excursion along the stunning Northern Ireland coastline.
• Travel with your LGBT friendly driver through the beautiful countryside toward one of Ireland’s most iconic natural wonders, the Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its unique hexagonal basalt columns formed millions of years ago by volcanic activity and surrounded by breathtaking coastal scenery.
• Enjoy time to explore the Giant’s Causeway with your Gay or Lesbian friendly tour guide, who will share fascinating stories, local legends, and the famous myth of the giant Finn McCool. Take in the dramatic cliffs, rugged coastline, and unforgettable views of the Atlantic Ocean.
• Free time for lunch (not included) before continuing your scenic return to Belfast.
• Arrive back in the late afternoon and enjoy free time for dinner on your own.
• Overnight at your LGBTQ+ friendly hotel in Belfast.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hotel: voco Belfast by IHG Hotel, Belfast, 4* (or similar)
Day 6 -
• Buffet breakfast and free time for individual visits and shopping.
• After lunch on your own, transfer from your hotel to the Train Station.
• Then take your High Speed Train back to the incredible Dublin.
• Arrival to Dublin, transfer to your hotel and accommodation.
• In the late afternoon free time in Dublin.
• Dinner on your own.
• Rest of the night free for party.
• Overnight at your hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hotel: The Alex Hotel, Dublin, 4* (or similar)
Day 7 -
• Buffet Breakfast and meet our LGBT Friendly Driver and depart to Ireland’s remote and rugged west coast to see the Cliffs of Moher, the Wild Atlantic Way and Galway City.
• Stop on route to the Cliffs of Moher and upon arrival you receive a ticket to visit and enjoy every aspect of what the site has to offer.
• Then travel along part of the Wild Atlantic Way coast and enjoy a coastal stop in the Burren, a unique limestone landscape famous for its flourishing plant life.
• Upon arriving in Galway City enjoy the visit of the charismatic, bohemian and artsy city.
• Visiting places such as Spanish Arch and Lynch’s Castle and enjoy the rest of the time in one of the many craft shops, small family stores and numerous little artizan cafes.
• Afterwards transfer back to Dublin.
• Dinner on your own.
• Overnight in Dublin.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hotel: The Alex Hotel, Dublin, 4* (or similar)
Day 8 -
• Buffet Breakfast and meet our LGBT Friendly Driver and depart from Dublin on a full-day gay excursion through the heart of Ireland’s ancient east.
• Begin your day with a visit to Kilkenny, Ireland’s medieval gem, where you’ll explore the charming narrow streets, artisan shops, and the impressive Kilkenny Castle—a symbol of Norman heritage.
• Continue south through lush Irish countryside to arrive at Blarney Castle, where you’ll have time to explore the beautiful grounds, stroll through the Poison Garden, and climb to kiss the legendary Blarney Stone for the gift of eloquence.
• Discover myths, legends, and incredible landscapes along the way. Soak in Ireland’s captivating blend of history, folklore, and natural beauty on this unforgettable gay-friendly journey.
• Short stop in Cork, Ireland’s second-largest city, known for its lively atmosphere, historic streets, and welcoming local culture, before returning back to Dublin in the late afternoon.
• Dinner on your own.
• Overnight in Dublin.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hotel: The Alex Hotel, Dublin, 4* (or similar)
Day 9 -
• Breakfast in the hotel and transfer to the Dublin airport.
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