Ireland Cruise from Dublin to Rouen — 10 Days

9 nights · Ireland · Departs Dublin (Ireland) · Visiting Belfast, Greencastle-Londonderry, Killybegs, Galway, Dingle, Cobh-Cork, Tresco Island England, Rouen · Aboard Quark Expeditions on the World Explorer

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Cruise lineQuark Expeditions
ShipWorld Explorer
Duration9 nights
Port calls9
Departures1 sailings
Year built2019
Guests200
Cabins112
Crew130
Length126 m
Beam19 m
Cruising speed16.0 kn
  1. Day 1

    Dublin, Ireland

    Dublin is a city best explored on foot, where Georgian squares, lively lanes and centuries of history sit close together. From Dublin Port, the centre is a short drive away, making a day ashore easy to shape. See the Book of Kells at Trinity College, then trace the Liffey through the city centre. A pint in a traditional pub is an invitation to linger.

  2. Day 2

    Belfast

    Belfast pairs a proud maritime past with a lively, walkable centre. At Titanic Belfast, the story of the famous liner unfolds beside the shipyard where she was built. Nearby, grand City Hall and the Cathedral Quarter reveal different sides of the city, from civic confidence to café-lined lanes. Across west Belfast, political murals offer a vivid perspective on its recent history. With the Giant’s Causeway within reach, Belfast also makes a compelling starting point for Northern Ireland’s dramatic coast.

  3. Day 3

    Greencastle-Londonderry

    Greencastle, on Donegal’s Inishowen Peninsula, is a small harbour town at the mouth of Lough Foyle. Across the water lies Northern Ireland; inland, Derry/Londonderry rewards a visit with remarkably complete seventeenth-century walls and a complex history. Walk the ramparts for river views, then explore the Guildhall and Bogside murals, which record the city’s recent past. At Greencastle, the Inishowen Maritime Museum explores local fishing heritage, and the shore offers wide views across the lough.

  4. Day 4

    Killybegs, Ireland

    Killybegs is Ireland’s largest fishing port, a working harbour on Donegal’s rugged south coast. Watch trawlers unload their catch, then explore the town’s maritime story at the Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Centre. Beyond the quays, the road leads towards Slieve League, where immense Atlantic-facing cliffs rise above the sea. Come for a close view of Ireland’s fishing life; stay for Donegal’s wide horizons and fresh seafood.

  5. Day 5

    Galway, Ireland

    Galway rewards a day on foot. The compact centre opens onto the River Corrib, medieval lanes and the Spanish Arch. Stop for oysters or browse independent shops before hearing traditional music in a pub. Galway Cathedral stands beside the river, while the Latin Quarter keeps the streets lively. For a wider view, follow the seafront walk to Salthill, where the Atlantic comes within easy reach.

  6. Day 6

    Dingle, Ireland

    Dingle rewards travellers who prefer a working harbour to a polished resort. In County Kerry, this small town faces Dingle Bay, with the Atlantic close beyond its quays. Its lively streets bring together fishing boats, independent shops, traditional pubs and cafés. Irish is still spoken across this Gaeltacht region. Beyond town, Slea Head Drive follows cliffs and beaches toward the Blasket Islands. It reveals a rugged coast best explored at an unhurried pace.

  7. Day 7

    Cobh-Cork, Ireland

    Cork is Ireland’s most independent-minded city, built on islands in the River Lee and shaped by its maritime past. Most cruise ships berth at Cobh, a handsome harbour town about 15 miles from Cork. A direct railway connects the two. Browse the English Market, visit St Fin Barre’s Cathedral, or seek out the city’s cafés and pubs. Allow time for Blarney Castle, a short drive away.

  8. Day 9

    Tresco Island England

    Tresco is the Isles of Scilly at their most composed: white-sand coves, granite headlands and Atlantic light. Visit Tresco Abbey Garden, where subtropical plants thrive beside the ruins of a Benedictine priory. Inside, the Valhalla Museum displays ship figureheads recovered from the islands’ shores. Beyond the garden, walk quiet lanes to sheltered beaches, or watch seabirds over the rugged coast. Boat transfers connect Tresco with neighbouring islands; check local tides and schedules before you go.

  9. Day 10

    Rouen, France

    Rouen rewards travelers who leave the ship and walk straight into its history. Half-timbered houses line narrow streets, while the soaring cathedral once drew Claude Monet back to paint its changing façade. At the old marketplace, Joan of Arc was executed in 1431; today, a church commemorates her. Pause for Normandy’s butter-rich cuisine, then follow the Seine-side quays for a quieter view of this working port.

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Published September 26, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard

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