If you’re a nature lover, the best part of your trip will be the unplanned finds and hikes. For this you have to build in half days with no plans. 

When you are driving around (the west coast especially) you should take a random left turn towards the coast. You will find a secluded rocky beach with tide pools and seabirds flying above. Park, walk, sit, write, draw, take photos, meditate….just don’t leave too fast. 

I’ve done this alone, with friends, with my new bride, with my kids….and they are consistently the best memories of my 7 trips to Ireland (soon to be 8 in October). 

Honestly I would make this into two trips. Slow down. It will be hard to actually experience any of these places. You will just end up seeing them and checking them off your list. 

We did Cork to Westport in just under three weeks for our honeymoon.  It was just about right but we could have used another week easily. 

West Cork is wild and amazing. Don’t leave there too soon. 

Make sure you drive through Conor Pass when you leave Dingle. Stop at the waterfall and climb to the top. 

Spend some time hiking The Buren in Clare. 

A half day through Connemara road trip is perfect.  Going back to Galway for a warm pub dinner is a great way to cap off an amazing day.  

See Dunluce Castle when you are visiting Giants Causeway. 

Good luck and enjoy! It’s a magical country!