Ireland Loop Campervan Itinerary: 7 Days

Quick summary: This 7-day campervan loop from Dublin covers the best of the south and west: Kilkenny and the Rock of Cashel, Cork and Blarney, the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren, and Galway, before crossing the midlands back to Dublin. Expect a few longer driving days balanced by slower days on scenic routes. The Killimer car ferry across the Shannon estuary shortens the drive from Kerry to Clare in a campervan or motorhome.

At a glance
Length	7 days
Start and end	Dublin or Dublin Airport
South	Kilkenny, Cashel, Cork, Blarney
South-west	Killarney and the Ring of Kerry
West	Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Galway
Tours	Ring of Kerry tours, Cliffs of Moher tours

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What does each day look like?

Day	Route	Highlights
1	Dublin to Kilkenny	Kilkenny Castle, Medieval Mile
2	Kilkenny to Cork	Rock of Cashel, Blarney Castle
3	Cork to Killarney	Kinsale or West Cork, Killarney National Park
4	Ring of Kerry	Full loop from Killarney
5	Killarney to Doolin	Killimer ferry, Cliffs of Moher
6	Doolin to Galway	The Burren, Galway city
7	Galway to Dublin	Return by motorway, around 2.5 hours

How much driving is involved?

Most days involve two to three hours of driving, plus stops. The Ring of Kerry is a full day at a slow pace, and the last day is a straightforward motorway run.

Can you rent in Dublin and return in Galway or Cork?

Some companies offer one-way rentals between Irish locations, sometimes with a fee or longer minimum. That lets you skip the return leg. Compare options when you search.

Where can an RV stay?

At campsites near Kilkenny, Cork, Killarney, Doolin and Galway. Book ahead in summer. See campsites and overnight parking.

What if you have more time?

Add Dingle, Connemara or the Causeway Coast. See Ireland and Northern Ireland in 10 days.

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