Land Only
Tour Type
November
Month
7 Nights
Duration
USD $
Currency

Tommy Makem Folk Festival Tour

Hosted by Rory Makem

3rd – 11th November 2026


Celebrate the rich musical heritage of Ireland with our unforgettable Tommy Makem Folk Festival Tour, hosted by special guest Rory Makem, son of the legendary Tommy Makem. This immersive experience brings you to the heart of Armagh for a weekend filled with traditional music, storytelling, and authentic Irish culture. Enjoy live performances, intimate sessions, and exclusive insights from Rory himself, as he shares personal stories, songs, and memories that honour his father’s remarkable legacy. Whether you are a lifelong fan of Irish folk music or discovering it for the first time, this tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with Ireland’s musical roots.

Our 7 Night / 8 Day tour of Ireland includes:

  • Deluxe motorcoach for all transfers, touring, and sightseeing
  • Services of a professional Irish Tour Director throughout
  • Hotel Accommodations for seven (7) nights in: Armagh City Hotel, Armagh (4), Trim Castle Hotel, Trim (3)
  • Three (3) Hotel dinners included: Armagh (2), Trim (1) & one (1) Pub Dinner.
  • Welcome drink reception
  • Porterage at hotels throughout of 1 suitcase per person
  • Taxes and Service Charges on items included

*Please note that features, attractions, and the final itinerary are subject to change.*

Tour Details:

TOUR PRICE (USD $) Land Only Price: $2999.00 per person based on Double Room Occupancy (Land Only)

*Pricing based on a minimum of 20 people travelling*

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (Limited Single Rooms Available)  $430.00 to be paid along with the full per-person tour price based on Sole Room Occupancy
START DATE Tour Commences 4th November 2026 at Dublin Airport (Airport meeting time around 9.00am, subject to change)
END DATE Tour Finishes 11th November 2026 at Dublin Airport
WEAR Clothing (we recommend layered clothing, sensible walking shoes, a rain jacket, and a carry bag for daily touring)
INCLUDED

Welcome Breakfast in Carlingford & Free Time

Ring of Gullion Scenic Drive

Armagh City Panoramic Tour

Tommy Makem Folk Festival events and workshops (Full Festival schedule TBC)

Tom Sweeney: Music, Stories & Folklore

Belfast Panoramic Tour

Free time in Belfast

McConnells Distillery

Dan Winters Cottage

Tossies Cottage with an intimate Music Session with Rory Makem & Friends

McKeveers: Long Meadow Cider Experience

Hearty’s Cottage Buffet Lunch & Music Session,

Boyne Valley Touring

Trim Castle

Dublin Day Trip: Kilmainham Gaol or Dublin Castle,

Dublin Panoramic City Tour

Pub Dinner in Dublin City

*Songs & Stories throughout with your host Rory Makem*

NOT INCLUDED International Flights (Land Only)
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Tommy Makem Folk Festival Tour

Outline Itinerary (subject to change)

1

Day 1

Overnight Flight to Ireland – Dinner and refreshments will be served on board. You will awaken this morning to your first glimpse of Ireland (Day 2 – meet at Dublin Airport)

2

Day 2

Visits & Sightseeing to include:-

  • Airport Meet & Greet
  • Welcome breakfast
  • Carlingford & Ring of Gullion
  • Tommy Makem Folk Festival Events (TBC)

Hotel: Armagh City Hotel, Armagh. Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

3

Day 3

Visits & Sightseeing to include:-

  • Armagh Panoramic City Tour
  • Tommy Makem Folk Festival Events (TBC)

Hotel: Armagh City Hotel, Armagh. Bed and Breakfast.

4

Day 4

Visits & Sightseeing to include:-

  • Belfast Panoramic City Tour
  • McConnells Distillery
  • Free time in Belfast
  • Tommy Makem Folk Festival Events (TBC)

Hotel: Armagh City Hotel, Armagh. Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

5

Day 5

Visits & Sightseeing to include:-

  • McKeveers – Long Meadow Cider Experience
  • Dan Winters Cottage
  • Tossies Cottage for an intimate session with Rory Makem & Friends
  • Tommy Makem Folk Festival Events (TBC)

Hotel: Armagh City Hotel, Armagh. Bed and Breakfast.

6

Day 6

Visits & Sightseeing to include:-

  • Scenic Drive of South Armagh
  • Hearty’s Cottage for Lunch and Music Session with Rory Makem

Hotel: Trim Castle Hotel, Trim. Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.

7

Day 7

Visits & Sightseeing to include:-

  • Boyne Valley Touring
  • Trim Castle
  • Free time to explore Trim

Hotel: Trim Castle Hotel, Trim. Bed and Breakfast.

8

Day 8

Visits & Sightseeing to include:-

  • Dublin Day Trip
  • Dublin Panoramic City Tour
  • Visit to Kilmainham Gaol or Dublin Castle
  • Free time in Dublin
  • Pub Dinner in Dublin (venue to be confirmed)

Hotel: Canal Court Hotel, Newry. Bed and Breakfast.

9

Day 9

Morning transfer to Dublin Airport for departure home.

3rd November 2026 – Overnight Flight to Ireland 

(Tour begins 4th November at Dublin Airport)

4th, 5th, 6th & 7th November 2026 – Armagh City Hotel, Armagh 

Board Basis: DBB/BB/DBB/BB

8th, 9th & 10th November 2026 – Trim Castle Hotel, Trim

Board Basis: DBB/BB

11th November 2026 – Return flight to the US

You bid farewell to the Emerald Isle as you board your flight back home.

DBB = Dinner, Bed & Breakfast 

BB = Bed & Breakfast

Tommy Makem Folk Festival Tour

Hosted by Rory Makem

3rd – 11th November 2026

Land Only Tour Price (Pricing in USD $)

  • Land Only Price: $2999.00 per person based on Double Room Occupancy (Land Only) 
  • Single Supplement: $430.00 to be paid along with the full per-person tour price based on Sole Room Occupancy

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Deposits & Payments Schedule per person:

  • A deposit of $300.00 per person is required at the time of booking
  • Second part payment of $1200.00 due by 6th July 2026
  • All Final Payment due by 2nd September 2026

Air Cancellation Penalties:

  • Air: 120 days prior to departure air is Non-refundable

Land Cancellation Penalties:

  • Land: Outside of 65 days Forfeit of deposit per person
  • Land: 64 – 46 days Forfeit 35% Land Price per person
  • Land: 45 – 16 days  Forfeit 50% Land Price per person
  • Land: 15 days or less Forfeit 100%  Land Price  per person

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