Now Open to Everyone
Places are strictly limited by the small-group nature of the tour and we're expecting a lot of interest — so it is first come, first served. RARE members receive 10% off the prices below.
Your host —
Ben Waters
RARE founder and rock 'n' roll pianist Ben Waters hosts this departure. His career includes work with The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, Chuck Berry, Jeff Beck, The Who and Cher.
Ben joins the group for all fourteen nights, including a special piano performance in Dingle. This is a relaxed touring holiday with longer stays in the places worth staying in, created for people who love live music and discovery.
Two Islands. One Very Long Playlist.
The Beatles & Liverpool
A full day on Liverpool's Magical Mystery Tour — Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, the legendary Cavern Club on Mathew Street, and the magnificent Philharmonic Dining Rooms. Two nights in the city, with its famous live-music scene on your doorstep.
Dublin & Temple Bar
Three nights in Ireland's capital, with time around the Temple Bar district and its historic pubs — and plenty of chances to hear authentic traditional Irish music in Dublin's celebrated music pubs.
Giant's Causeway
One of the great natural highlights of the journey. A UNESCO World Heritage Site on Northern Ireland's dramatic Causeway Coast, famous the world over for its extraordinary basalt columns.
Ben Waters Live in Dingle
Three nights in Dingle — including a special live performance from Ben Waters, alongside the traditional music this wonderful town is famous for.
The Places on This Trip
The Full Itinerary
5–19 August 2027 · 14 nights · travelling in a small group aboard our private tour vehicle, with carefully planned longer stays in Liverpool, Dublin, Belfast, Clifden and Dingle.
London to Liverpool
Meet in North London and join our private tour vehicle north to Liverpool, with a comfort and refreshment stop en route. Check in for a two-night stay, then the evening is free to enjoy Liverpool and its famous music scene.
The Beatles & Liverpool
A day dedicated to Liverpool's extraordinary musical heritage — the famous Magical Mystery Tour including Penny Lane and Strawberry Field, the legendary Cavern Club, and Liverpool's magnificent Philharmonic Dining Rooms. Another evening of superb live music.
Liverpool to Dublin
After breakfast we travel through North Wales to Holyhead for our ferry crossing of the Irish Sea. On arrival we transfer to our Dublin hotel for a three-night stay, with the evening free to start discovering the city.
Dublin & Temple Bar
A full day in Dublin, including time around the famous Temple Bar district — historic pubs, restaurants and live music, with opportunities to hear authentic traditional Irish music.
Dublin at your own pace
A second full day to explore as you please — historic streets and famous sights, museums and galleries, shops, cafés and restaurants, or simply a traditional Dublin pub and the world going by.
Dublin to Belfast
North across the border to Belfast. After checking in for a two-night stay, the rest of the day is yours to begin exploring Northern Ireland's fascinating capital.
Belfast
A full day in Belfast — history, architecture, pubs and a thriving cultural scene — with another opportunity to enjoy live music in the evening.
Giant's Causeway & Sligo
We leave Belfast for the Giant's Causeway, the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site on the Causeway Coast. After time to explore, we continue west and south towards Sligo.
Sligo, Connemara & Clifden
Towards Ireland's magnificent Atlantic west coast and the wild landscapes of Connemara, through some of the most beautiful countryside of the whole journey, to the colourful town of Clifden for two nights.
Clifden & Connemara
A full day among mountains, coastline and magnificent Atlantic scenery — time to explore, relax and enjoy the town's wonderful atmosphere, pubs and traditional music.
Clifden to Dingle
South along Ireland's spectacular west coast to Dingle. Rather than simply passing through, we stay three nights — two complete days to enjoy this very special part of Ireland.
Dingle
A full day at leisure. The harbour and colourful streets, the spectacular Dingle Peninsula, excellent restaurants and traditional pubs — or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere.
Dingle & Live Music
Another full day in Dingle at your own pace. Our stay includes a special live performance from Ben Waters, alongside the traditional music for which this town is famous.
Dingle to Waterford
East through southern Ireland to Waterford. After checking in, enjoy our final evening in Ireland.
Waterford to London
To Rosslare for the ferry crossing to Wales. On arrival in Pembroke our private vehicle continues east to North London, where our England and Ireland adventure comes to an end.
Your Holiday Includes
Holiday Price
Places are strictly limited due to the small-group nature of this tour, and we're expecting a lot of interest — bookings are first come, first served. To book, email us with your name, how many people and whether you'd like a twin/double or single room.
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