9th-29th September, 2027
Ireland Golf Tour + Portugal River Cruise 2027
This exclusive journey is designed for golfers who want the very best of links golf, a world-class event week in Ireland, and a luxury river cruise through Portugal, all delivered in one seamless itinerary.
Your experience begins in Killarney, staying at the elegant Muckross Park Hotel, with rounds on iconic courses including Ballybunion (Old), Tralee, Waterville, and Dooks. The tour then builds towards one of golf’s biggest international event weeks at Adare Manor, with official multi-day tickets, premium ground transportation, and experienced on-site support throughout.
After the event, championship golf continues in Dublin at Portmarnock and The K Club, before the journey transitions to Portugal. In Porto, you board an Avalon Waterways Suite Ship for a seven-night cruise along the Douro River, featuring refined accommodation, exceptional dining, wines with meals, guided cultural experiences, live entertainment, and golf among some of Europe’s most beautiful vineyard landscapes.
From legendary Irish links to the serenity of the Douro Valley, this is a carefully curated luxury journey delivered with limited availability, smooth logistics, and personal, attentive service throughout.
Tour Itinerary
DAY 1 – 9th September 2027
Killarney – 6 nights Muckross Park Hotel Killarney (with breakfast)
Transfer to Killarney
Golf in Dooks, Tralee, Waterville and Ballybunion (Old)
DAY 2 – 10th September 2027
Killarney – Muckross Park Hotel Killarney (with breakfast)
Golf in Dooks, Tralee, Waterville and Ballybunion (Old)
DAY 3 – 11th September 2027
Killarney – Muckross Park Hotel Killarney (with breakfast)
Golf in Dooks, Tralee, Waterville and Ballybunion (Old)
DAY 4 – 12th September 2027
Killarney – Muckross Park Hotel Killarney (with breakfast)
Golf in Dooks, Tralee, Waterville and Ballybunion (Old)
DAY 5 – 13th September 2027
Killarney – Muckross Park Hotel Killarney (with breakfast)
Golf in Dooks, Tralee, Waterville and Ballybunion (Old)
DAY 6 – 14th September 2027
Killarney – Muckross Park Hotel Killarney (with breakfast)
Golf in Dooks, Tralee, Waterville and Ballybunion (Old)
DAY 7 – 15th September 2027
Adare Manor Event Week (5 nights) - Bed & breakfast at Clayton Hotel Galway
● Official multi-day golf event tickets at Adare Manor (Thu–Sun)
● Ground Transportation (between hotel and Adare Manor Thu to Sun)
● Ryder Cup Events Staff on site
DAY 8 – 16th September 2027
Adare Manor Event Week (5 nights) - Clayton Hotel Galway (with Breakfast)
● Official multi-day golf event tickets at Adare Manor (Thu–Sun)
● Ground Transportation (between hotel and Adare Manor Thu to Sun)
● Ryder Cup Events Staff on site
DAY 9 – 17th September 2027
Adare Manor Event Week (5 nights) - Clayton Hotel Galway (with Breakfast)
● Official multi-day golf event tickets at Adare Manor (Thu–Sun)
● Ground Transportation (between hotel and Adare Manor Thu to Sun)
● Ryder Cup Events Staff on site
DAY 10 – 18th September 2027
Adare Manor Event Week (5 nights) - Clayton Hotel Galway (with Breakfast)
● Official multi-day golf event tickets at Adare Manor (Thu–Sun)
● Ground Transportation (between hotel and Adare Manor Thu to Sun)
● Ryder Cup Events Staff on site
DAY 11 – 19th September 2027
Adare Manor Event Week (5 nights) - Clayton Hotel Galway (with Breakfast)
● Official multi-day golf event tickets at Adare Manor (Thu–Sun)
● Ground Transportation (between hotel and Adare Manor Thu to Sun)
● Ryder Cup Events Staff on site
DAY 12 – 20th September 2027
Dublin - 2 nights K Club (with breakfast)
Golf - Portmarnock and 1 round K Club
including welcome dinner and breakfast, transfers
Day 13 – 21st September 2027
Dublin – Staying at The K Club
Golf - Portmarnock and 1 round K Club
including breakfast and transfers
Day 14 – 22nd September 2027
Flight to Porto. Private transfer to Avalon Waterways cruise – Vida Portugal : Vineyards and Villages Along the Duoro 22-29 September 2027
Includes port charges, pre paid gratuities, meals, 4 rounds of golf and transfers, sightseeing, drinks with meals
Day 15 – 23rd September 2027
Welcome to Portugal.
Your day in Porto is free to explore at your leisure.
This evening a scenic sailing will show you Porto from a different perspective.
Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PORTO
(Dinner)
Ancient Charm Meets Avant-Garde
ACTIVE Enjoy the wharfs of the Douro River and the coastal magnificence of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, on a guided bike tour, OR:
DISCOVERY Enjoy a guided visit to one of the many Port wine cellars, where a guide will accompany you through the cellar's facilities, explaining where the grapes are harvested and how the wines are made. At the end of your explorations, taste some of the wines, OR:
CLASSIC Join a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue your experience with a ride to the riverside city of Matosinhos and up Avenida da Boavista to admire some of the modern charms of Porto – from ancient avenues to avant-garde graffiti street art.
DISCOVERY Join us for an onboard workshop to learn Portuguese language and culture. Discover essential words, charming stories, and clever tricks that bring this centuries-old language to life in an interactive and memorable way.
Later, feel the passion of Portugal’s soulful and stirring Fado music during a visit with local musicians on board.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PORTO ANTIGO
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 16 – 24th September 2027
Pastoral Pleasures of Portugal.
For the golfers: Private transfer from “Porto Antigo” to Amarante GC with return (not escorted), 18 x holes at Amarante GC with shared buggy included
DISCOVERY Experience life on one of the oldest farms in the Douro Valley with a personal tour by the owner of the house, including a wine tasting, OR:
DISCOVERY Join a wine painting class with the guidance of a resident artist for a unique and new experience to portray an image linked to the culture of wine through an innovative process, OR:
CLASSIC Take a guided walking tour of the charming town of Lamego. Enjoy a taste of the local bola de Lamego with sparkling wine and stroll past iconic landmarks like the majestic Lamego Cathedral.
Enjoy a peaceful stroll through the quaint riverside town of Pinhão or consider joining an optional excursion to learn about the Douro Valley’s “liquid gold” at a traditional olive-oil mill or to visit Casa de Mateus.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PINHÃO
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 17 – 25th September 2027
Bikes and Quintas in the Douro Valley.
For the Golfers: Private transfer from “Pinhão” to Vidago GC with return (not escorted). 18 x holes at Vidago GC with shared buggy included
Enjoy a relaxing cruise to Pocinho for a day in the Terra Quente region.
DISCOVERY Join a Workshop conducted by a professional painter to discover the process of painting azulejos (traditional Portuguese tile).
ACTIVE Experience the stunning beauty of the Douro Valley on a guided bike tour through its picturesque vineyards, OR:
DISCOVERY Experience the charm of the Douro region with a visit to a historic vineyard estate. Enjoy a tasting of exquisite red, white, and port wines while soaking in stunning views and uncovering the rich heritage of this renowned winemaking region.
This evening, enjoy an onboard Flamenco show with local artists.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BARCA D’ALVA
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 18 – 26th September 2027
The Reign in Spain.
For the Golfers: No services provided by Domitur
CLASSIC Join our guide for a guided tour this morning to of one of the most remote villages of the country, Freixo de Espada à Cinta village in the Douro International Natural Park, home to majestic birds of prey, OR:
CLASSIC Enjoy a guided tour to the historical village of Castelo Rodrigo, which, from the top of a hill, dominates the plateau that stretches from Spain in the east to the deep valley of the Douro in the north. Stroll through its medieval streets and discover the small details that give it colour, such as the Hebrew inscriptions and crosses carved on the doorposts and voussoirs, OR:
CLASSIC Get a taste of Spain with a full-day excursion to Salamanca. This Spanish city will take your breath away with its stunning streets and squares, featuring a feast for the eyes with Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and "Plateresque" architecture.
This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN FOZ DO SABOR
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 19 – 27th September 2027
Mountains and Moving Music
For the Golfers: No services provided by Domitur
This morning, enjoy a leisurely sailing through the Douro River.
DISCOVERY Enjoy an onboard pastry demonstration.
DISCOVERY Join us to visit a wine-producing property and taste the freshness and lightness of iconic Vinho Verde wine, considered one of the world’s unique white wines.
This evening, enjoy onboard live entertainment.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PORTO ANTIGO
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 20 – 28th September 2027
Ancient Charm Meets Avant-Garde
For the Golfers: No services provided by Domitur
Enjoy a leisurely sailing morning to Porto or join an included excursion to Braga and Guimarães.
CLASSIC Enter a world of Celtic history and the reign of Cesar Augustus where five roads diverged to form an empire with a full-day guided tour of Braga. Marvel at the magnificent castle and San Miguel church in Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This afternoon, you may choose to join in a guided optional excursion such as a visit to family-owned factory to witness the Portuguese art of cork and barrel production or a culinary tour experience. Perhaps simply spend time strolling through Porto’s cobblestone lanes, lovely shops, and tempting tapas bars this afternoon before experiencing the energy of Porto’s buzzing nightlife.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PORTO
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 21 – 29th September 2027
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
(Breakfast)
Package and Cost
Pricing (per person)
Dublin/Killarney Pre and Post (8nts) EURO €6745 (Single Supplement) €2100
Adare Manor Event Week 5 nights - 15th to 20th Sept (5nts) EURO €5295 (Single Supplement) €1750
Cruise 8 Day Cruise/Golf Package AUD $9395 (Single Supplement) $6255
A deposit of AUD$8,000pp twin share $10,000pp single room is required at time of booking declaration for Ireland Golf Package and a further $2500pp for Avalon Waterways Cruise and Golf.
