Shadows, Shamrocks, and Shenanigans with Shari and Michelle
Ireland
9 days | Jul 18 - 26, 2028 | $3,525
Trip Overview
Join Shari DeBenedetti and Michelle Reuss for a nine-day Irish adventure exploring the history, mystery, legends, folklore, castles, ancient ruins, historic sites, and spirited traditions of Ireland. From haunted locations and centuries-old ghost stories to legendary landmarks and paranormal investigations, this journey combines Ireland's rich history with its mysterious and supernatural side.
The trip includes visits to castles, ruins, historic venues and other locations connected to Irish legends and folklore, along with five planned paranormal investigations. Guests will also enjoy time with paranormal investigators and trip ambassadors Shari and Michelle, welcome and farewell meals, Irish breakfasts, snacks and soft drinks during journeys, and transportation by comfortable coach. Airport transfers from Dublin are included on the first and final days.
International flights are not included and guests are responsible for arranging their own airfare. Lunches and evening meals are also not included except where specifically stated in the itinerary. Travel insurance is strongly recommended because the tour operates under a no-refund policy.
Trip Details
Location: Ireland, with the itinerary covering Dublin/Swords, a surprise castle location, Limerick, Cork, and Killiney in Dublin.
Duration: July 18–26, 2028. The booking page covers nine calendar days. The listed accommodation totals nine nights, although the page does not separately state a total number of nights.
Activity Type: This is a guided paranormal, history, folklore and sightseeing tour involving visits to castles, ruins, historic sites and haunted locations, with five planned paranormal investigations. Some walks may involve stony paths, rough surfaces or hills, and the tour states that a certain level of fitness is required. Guests who cannot manage longer or uphill walks may be asked to remain on the bus. The tour generally operates on an 8–9 hour daily schedule.
Accommodation: The listed accommodation includes 2 nights at Roganstown Hotel, Swords; 1 night at a surprise location; 2 nights at Kilmurry Lodge, Limerick; 3 nights at Maldron Shandon, Cork; and 1 night at Fitzpatrick's Castle, Killiney, Dublin. The page states that hotels were still to be confirmed at the time of publication.
- Double Room — $3,525 per person; $400 deposit. For a couple sharing one room and one double bed. Booking available until May 7, 2027.
- Twin Room — $3,525 per person; $400 deposit. For two people sharing a room with separate beds. Booking available until May 7, 2027.
- Single Occupancy — $3,825 per person; $400 deposit. Includes a private en-suite room, although the type of bed cannot be guaranteed.
The final balance is due 60 days before the tour begins. Interest-free installment plans of up to 18 months are available. Deposits are non-refundable.
Itinerary
Day 1 — Dublin Arrival & Irish Adventure Begins
Airport pickup in Dublin is provided at approximately 9:00 AM. The supplied booking page does not provide the specific activities or meals scheduled for this day. Overnight accommodation is listed at Roganstown Hotel, Swords.
Day 2 — Ireland's History & Mystery
The supplied booking page does not provide day-by-day activities for this date. Guests continue their Irish adventure with accommodation at Roganstown Hotel, Swords.
Day 3 — Castle Experience
The accommodation schedule moves to a one-night surprise location. The specific castle/location and activities for this day are not detailed in the supplied booking page.
Day 4 — Limerick
The group moves to Limerick, with two nights listed at Kilmurry Lodge. Specific sightseeing, meals and investigation details for this day are not provided in the supplied page.
Day 5 — Paranormal Ireland
The tour continues from Kilmurry Lodge, Limerick. Five paranormal investigations are planned across the tour, but the supplied page does not identify which investigation occurs on which day.
Day 6 — Journey to Cork
The group continues to Cork, where three nights are listed at Maldron Shandon Cork. Specific activities and meals for this day are not provided in the source.
Day 7 — Cork & Irish Mysteries
The tour continues from Maldron Shandon Cork. The supplied booking page does not provide the individual activities scheduled for this day.
Day 8 — Castles, Legends & Farewell
The final Cork stay continues before the group moves toward Dublin for the final night. A farewell evening meal is included, although the source does not specify the exact day on which it takes place.
Day 9 — Dublin Departure
The final accommodation is listed at Fitzpatrick's Castle in Killiney, Dublin.
Airport transportation is provided, with the coach departing the castle at approximately 8:00 AM for an airport arrival around 9:00 AM; guests are responsible for arranging their own taxi to the airport if required by the departure arrangements.
What’s Included
- Airport transfers
We pick you up at the airport in Dublin at 9am the morning of the first day of the tour and return you to the airport the last day of the tour at approx 12 noon.
- Accommodation
We stay in 3/4 star hotels with a Castle on the last night
- 8 breakfasts
You will have a hearty Irish breakfast every morning for 8 mornings
- Venues
Entry to each venue on the itinerary is covered
- Investigations
We a planning on having 5 investigations
- Meals
You will have a welcome lunch and a farewell evening meal.
- Ambassadors
You get to hang out with two amazing paranormal investigators and stars of the business, Michelle and Shari, what more could you ask for?
- Snacks
We supply snacks and soft drinks for long journeys on the bus
- Taxes and Charges
We cover all taxes and charges that the bus company and hotels might have.
- Tour Guide
We have amazing tour guides/managers and you will be well looked after with our Secret Ireland Tours guide.
- Travel
We work with a great bus company that supply us with our amazing driver and comfortable coach.
If you need help with booking accommodation a day or two before or after your trip, let us know and we will do our best to help you.
What's Not Included
- Flights
You are responsible for your own flights. Please do NOT book flights until we give you the go-ahead.
- Meals
We do not cover lunches or evening meals except for what is stated on the itinerary
- Insurance
You can purchase travel insurance here on WeTravel
- Tips
Our guide and bus driver appreciate tips.
Taxi
We have 1 bus journey to the airport leaving the Castle hotel at approx 8am to get to the airport at 9am. You have to be at the airport early, you will have to get a taxi.
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I cannot put into words how wonderful the trip to Ireland we just returned from was, and I highly recommend Secret Ireland Tours.<br><br>Mai was great to work with in the time leading up to our trip; she was sure to provide us all the important information that we would need to prepare for our trip, without wasting our time with useless information or too many Zoom calls that feel unhelpful or confusing, as we had experienced with another tour company in the past. I will always recommend events and trips with our ambassador, Aaron Sagers; when you travel with Aaron, you are always in for a great time. And I can't say enough about our Irish tour guide, Adrian; not only does he know so much about Ireland's folklore and history that he wants to share, but he is also just a wonderful person with whom we all had a genuine connection and now feels like a family member. Thank you, Ado, we appreciate you so much. Our tour bus driver, Ronan, was just lovely; he kept us safe, got us where we needed to go, and shared lots of laughs with us as well. We experienced a truly unforgettable 9 days in Ireland thanks to Mai, Adrian, Aaron, and Ronan.<br><br>Everything seemed to operate quite smoothly (which I am sure Adrian was a big part of), and after taking another spooky tour overseas in the past that did not go as well, it was much appreciated how seamless this tour was. We never had to worry about a lack of communication, itinerary changes, or that anyone would be left behind. The structure of the tour allowed us some later morning starts as well as time every day to experience the location that we were staying in; to explore the town, and to see and do what the locals do. This was a big selling point of this tour for us, to not feel rushed every day and to have time to soak it all in. We also stayed at great hotels, which were at the least nice (as well as clean), but we even had a surprise stay in the most gorgeous castle rooms one night of our tour!<br><br>We appreciated the smaller size of our tour group (18 folks, not counting Adrian, Aaron, and Ronan), which allowed for a more personal connection with our guides, as well as with each other. By the end of the tour, we all felt like family, and it was quite an emotional goodbye, which, in part, I think was likely due to the smaller group size, which allowed us to get to know each other. It also didn't feel like you were just a number, as it can feel with a larger tour group. Every single person on the tour felt important, included, and a part of the group.<br><br>The itinerary was clear from day one when we signed up for this tour, and we were fortunate that there were no changes to our itinerary (likely due to thoughtful and good planning on Mai and Adrian's part), and instead, any changes to our itinerary were just enhancements or bonus surprises. It is good to know that you are going to get what you pay for with one of these types of tours. Adrian brought us not only to some well-known tourist locations but also to some off-the-beaten-path locations, making our tour feel more personalized and special.<br><br>I am so grateful that I was finally able to experience the beauty of Ireland and its people, and I already can not wait to return. I am grateful that we went on this tour with Aaron and Secret Ireland Tours, and we would love to attend another in the future. I will never forget this trip and the special connections that we made with so many while experiencing this beautiful country.
I had a great time on this trip. Ado, our guide, was full of stories and legends about the areas we were visiting. He was so organized and dedicated to be sure that we were all having a wonderful experience. Aaron added to the stories of folklore and hauntings that were a perfect complement to Ado’s. Too many highlights to choose from, but walking an alpaca will always be memorable, as will the trip to Inishmore. Such a fun group of people to travel with!
I hate when people say this in a review, but this time, it’s true: there are no words. Mai and her team curated a wonderful 10-day trip to Ireland, hosted by the amazing Aaron Sagers. The thoughtful details and care were evident during the entire trip. I have been on tours with other paranormal companies, and they don’t come close to Secret Ireland tours. I was never afraid that our itinerary was going to be suddenly changed, that anyone in our group would be left behind, or there would be a lack of communication. <br><br> Each stop was like stepping back in time; our guide, Adrien, was a seasoned storyteller who brought the stories of old Ireland to life. Each hotel had a special meaning that was woven into the tour. I will 100% be taking another tour with this company. Thank you, Mai, Adrien, and Aaron!
The trip was amazing. Mai Hernon is exactly the kind of person you want for your tour guide; communicative, consistent, compassionate, reliable, and someone who loves their job. She made sure everyone knew what to expect the next day, when to show up at the bus, and she made me feel taken care of when I fell ill. I'll always be grateful to her for her help, and for making this trip possible for me. Secret Ireland Tours LLC is the ideal company for the competent traveler.
We would like to thank Secret Ireland Tours LLC for a wonderful trip that we had. It was so magical. The Ambassador's Michelle and Brittany were wonderful. Our tour guide Andrian was so wonderful too. The knowledge that he knew about the places that we went to was amazing. Our bus driver Eddie was a wonderful person too. He got us safely to each location that we went to. We had such a wonderful time in Ireland. We loved every minute of it. I would recommend Secrect Ireland Tours to my friends and family. Thank you so much for the wonderful time we had.
