Kevin Burke | Irish Music Tour | October, 2024

Experience the magic of Ireland on this wonderful 8-day tour, beginning with a warm welcome from Kevin and friends at The Temple Gate Hotel in Ennis. Explore the vibrant music scene in Ennis, embark on an amazing boat trip to the world renowned Aran Islands, and enjoy an intimate music session in Ennis. Travel to Sligo for breathtaking coastal walks, visits to historic sites like Drumcliffe, and unique masterclasses at Markree Castle. Discover the charm of Westport, explore Galway’s rich culture, and immerse yourself in the tunes and stories of Doolin before bidding farewell to this musical adventure at The Falls Hotel & Spa in Ennistymon, with a visit to the picturesque Cliffs of Moher along the way. 

October 5 | Arrive in Ireland

Meet at The Temple Gate Hotel in Ennis, Clare
Meet & greet – and a few tunes with Kevin & friends
Explore pubs & music in Ennis
Stay at 4* Old Ground Hotel, Ennis

October 6 | Inis Oirr

Full Irish Breakfast at Old Ground Hotel,
Boat trip to the mystical Aran Islands
Guided walking tour of Inis Oirr
Group dinner and private music session in Ennis
Stay at the 4* Old Ground Hotel, Ennis

October 7 | Mass Rock and Lough Easkey

Full Irish Breakfast at Old Ground Hotel,
Lunchtime music session in Mayo
Stop off at Mass Rock and Lough Easkey
Group dinner in Markree Castle
Intimate session with Kevin at Markree Castle
Stay at the 4* Markree Castle, Sligo

October 8 | Mullaghmore and Drumcliffe

Full Irish Breakfast at Markree Castle
Stroll on the spectacular Mullaghmore Head Loop
Visit Drumcliffe ( High Cross / Tower / WB Yeats Grave )
Afternoon tea at Markree Castle .. Followed by Masterclass
Group Dinner in Markree Castle
Unique traditional session in the chapel at Markree Castle
Stay at the 4* Markree Castle, Sligo

October 9 | Murrisk and Matt Molloy’s Pub

Full Irish Breakfast at Markree Castle ,
Explore Murrisk … Croagh Patrick / Abbey / Famine Ship
Afternoon in Westport .. One of Ireland’s prettiest towns
A few tunes in Matt Molloy’s Pub, Westport
Private mini concert in Markree Castle
Group Dinner in Markree Castle
Stay at the 4* Markree Castle, Sligo

October 10 | Galway City

Full Irish Breakfast at Markree Castle, Sligo
Visit Galway City .. ‘The City of The Tribes’
Explore Galway .. music / culture / history / shopping
‘Selfies’ at the picturesque Dunguaire Castle, Kinvara
Tunes and stories of Doolin
Stay at The 4* Falls Hotel & Spa, Ennistymon

October 11 | Cliffs of Moher and Doolin

Full Irish Breakfast at The Falls Hotel, Ennistymon
Visit Cliffs of Moher .. The most visited attraction on WAW
Lunchtime tunes in Doolin .. Home of Irish Traditional Music
Group Dinner and farewell music session
Stay at The 4* Falls Hotel & Spa, Ennistymon

October 12 | Return Home

Full Irish Breakfast at The Falls Hotel, Ennistymon
Transport to Ennis and Shannon Airport

(For all Trans-Atlantic flights, we recommend that you are at the airport 3 hours before departure).

4* Old Ground Hotel, Ennis

• 18th Century Restored Manor house hotel.
•  A quick 20-minute drive from Shannon International airport the west coast.

4* Markree Castle, Sligo

• 17th Century authentic Irish castle
•  Secluded 500-acre estate in the scenic north-west of Ireland.

4* Falls Hotel & Spa, Ennistymon, Clare

•  Located by Lahinch and the Cliffs of Moher and Burren Geopark
• Eco friendly hotel, and actively promote sustainability on the 50 acre property