Exposed Ireland Photography Tour

2025

A photography and cultural experience that will leave you wanting more. Guided by Con O’Leary to some of the most beautiful locations in Ireland and under the watchful eye of photography mentor, Ricky Tims you will capture the true essence of Ireland and take it home with you….

Accommodation

3-4 star Hotel Accommodation

2 nights in Dublin City

2 nights in Galway City

3 nights in County Kerry

Transportation

First Class Coach

Driver/Guide – Con O’Leary

Meals

All breakfasts

2 lunches

5 dinners

Not Included

Does not include driver guide tips or gratuity

Does not include domestic or international air fares.

Scotia Ireland do not provide travel insurance and strongly encourages you to take out adequate insurance cover prior to travel, we recommend consulting the following companies to discuss your options.

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Other Info

Based on current rates, double occupancy and includes taxes per person sharing.
Tour price does not include airfares. Each traveler may choose to arrive early or stay late and tour on their own.
Rate is based on current exchange rates and current projected costs. Subject to change.
Does not include driver guide tips or gratuity.
This tour information is subject to the Scotia Ireland Tours Ltd Terms and Conditions.
Due to the uncertainty of Covid-19 and possible currency exchange fluctuations, Scotia Ireland Tours Ltd reserve the right to adjust the tour price.

Baggage Limitations
The interior of the coach will have limited space for baggage. Therefore each person will be limited to one piece of luggage/suitcase (to ride in the under-coach hold), one small carry on tote bag (or purse), plus a photography equipment bag.

Extend your Stay
Ireland has a wealth of things to see and do. This tour has been designed with variety in mind for the photographer tourist to provide both urban and wild destinations and includes stops to historic sites and opportunities to see wildlife. Consider adding additional days prior to (or after) to see sights you will not visit on this tour.

Camera Gear
It is tempting to bring all your camera gear on such an excursion. However take time to ponder what you really need and cull out some of your gear to keep your weight down. Light-weight tripods may be more beneficial than large heavy ones. Two lenses (three at the most) should be more than sufficient. Most camera battery chargers are adapted to the voltage in USA and Ireland, but you will want wall socket adapters that fit the Irish wall sockets. Be sure your plug will actually plug into the adapter as fittings for both can mismatch.

Day 1

Early morning arrivals at Dublin airport where you will be met by your driver / Guide Con O’Leary.

Our Panoramic City Tour followed by lunch at the charming Irish Pub, Nancy Hands on Park Gate street.
Following lunch, check in to our hotel and the remainder of the afternoon is free to relax or explore the city on your own before dinner.

Overnight: Dublin city centre Hotel – BB/D

Day 2

Departing our hotel after breakfast we head towards counties Galway and Clare. Today we explore the Burren, national park and 15th century Dunguaire Castle and finally before reaching our hotel, the iconic Cliffs of Moher.

Following dinner an optional photography workshop with Ricky Tims

Overnight: Galway Hotel – BB/D

Day 3

Following breakfast we head through Co. Clare and continue touring through the breath-taking landscape of Connemara and the magnificent Maam Turk mountain range. A brief stop at the famous Fairy tree overlooking Ireland’s only Fjord before arriving at Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Gardens.

Overnight: Galway Hotel – BB/D

Day 4

Today, passing by ancient medieval castles and the city of Limerick we head for Blarney Castle, Co. Cork where we can explore the Castle Grounds and extensive gardens at our leisure including climb the castle to kiss the iconic Blarney Stone if you so wish.

Following lunch we depart for Killarney and check in to our hotel. Dinner is followed by a photography workshop.

Overnight: Killarney Hotel – BB/D

Day 5

After breakfast we tour along the world famous iconic scenic “Ring of Kerry” route, stopping at the hill side farm of Brendan Ferris where we will have the opportunity to see Border Collie sheep dogs herding sheep in the mountains. Continuing along Dingle Bay, stopping along the way for photos and our lunch stop in Waterville. After lunch we continue our Ring of Kerry tour, through the McGillicuddy Reeks mountain range offering breath taking views of the Lakes of Killarney and back to our hotel and a free evening in Killarney town for dinner on your own.

Overnight: Killarney Hotel – BB, dinner on your own

Day 6

Travelling westwards through the villages of Milltown and Castlemaine, stopping along the way at The Sewing Shed we head for the Dingle Peninsula. Along the Slea Head drive we will stop for lunch in the Blasket Centre Museum before heading back to spend some time in the small port town of Dingle. Heading back to Killarney along the Northern Coast of the Peninsula stopping for photography overlooking “Tralee Bay” and arrive at our hotel for an evening on your own to discover the charm of Killarney, it’s pubs, music and craic!

Overnight: Killarney Hotel – BB, dinner on your own

Day 7

We bid farewell to Killarney and begin our return journey to Dublin City, stopping at charming town of Adare, Co. Limerick. Renowned as Ireland’s prettiest town and is an extremely attractive location for photography, olde world cottages and Medieval churches.

Reaching our Dublin hotel in the afternoon, you’ll be free to explore the city before we enjoy a farewell dinner together, followed by a photography presentation by Ricky Tims.

Overnight: Dublin city centre Hotel – BB/D

Day 8

Transfers to Dublin Airport

This morning we are all up super early to grab a coffee and transfer from our hotel by Con to Dublin Airport to board your flights back home, farewell to Ricky and your Driver/Guide Con and new found friends.

May the road rise up to meet you? May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Slán go Fóill (Goodbye for now)