Emerald Music Tour
10th - 15th May 2026
The Price is 3,750 Euro or 4,250 USD per person. Please select the number of places you want to reserve below. Our team will contact you to discuss all further details and options
Food
The finest food provided by the Chefs at Rockhill
Travel
Luxury travel to all locations
Music
A memorable musical journey through the Hills of Donegal
Factory Tour
See behind the scenes and meet the team at the Emerald Factory
Overview
Taking our guests on a specially curated journey through the most beautiful and charming locations that Donegal has to offer, this Irish music tour is a week filled with culture, scenery, and unforgettable performances. Along the way, you’ll enjoy music from some of Ireland’s finest musicians, all in stunning and unique settings.
Staying in the luxury surroundings of Rockhill House Estate in Donegal, nestled among acres of lush countryside, this historic location is the perfect base for the tour — blending old-world elegance with modern comfort.
Join us for a week to remember this coming May as we embark on another luxury Irish music holiday in Donegal.
Sunday
Arrival at Rockhill House
Arrive in style at Rockhill from Dublin and settle into your luxury surroundings. The evening begins with a welcome dinner in the glorious ballroom, accompanied by live music. Later, gather in the piano room for a relaxed jam session to kick off this unique Irish music experience.
Monday
Emerald Factory Tour or Spa Day & Cottage Concert
Spend the morning at the Emerald Guitars factory, where you’ll enjoy a guided tour with founder Alistair Hay, explore the guitar gallery, and try out our range in the Players’ Suite. Guests will also see behind the scenes and take part in a live recording of our weekly Shipping Video.
Prefer a slower pace? Relax with a rejuvenating morning at Rockhill’s spa before joining the rest of the group later for music at the Emerald Cottage.
In the afternoon, enjoy an intimate performance at the Emerald Cottage, a highlight of the music tour!
Tuesday
Glenveagh National Park, Poison Glen & Leo’s Tavern
Explore the stunning majesty of Glenveagh National Park and Castle, with musical performances dotted around the castle grounds and gardens. Journey through the hauntingly beautiful Poisoned Glen, then enjoy a private tour and whiskey tasting at Crolly Distillery. Finish the day at Leo’s Tavern, legendary home of Irish music icons Clannad and Enya, for dinner and music.
Wednesday
Fanad Lighthouse, Doe Castle & Rockhill Concert
Travel north to Fanad Lighthouse for an unforgettable outdoor concert on the Atlantic cliffs — one of the most iconic moments of this Irish music and culture vacation. Enjoy a jam session in a local pub in Fanad, visit the historic Doe Castle, then return to Rockhill House for an evening dinner with music and a chance to perform at the open mic night!
Thursday
Malin Head, Five Finger Strand & Gala Dinner
Head to Malin Head, Ireland’s most northerly point, with a stop at the breathtaking Five Finger Strand for a group photo. After lunch at the award-winning Nancy’s Barn, experience a moving performance at the ancient Grianán of Aileach fort, overlooking the hills of Donegal.
In the evening, celebrate with a black-tie gala dinner in Rockhill’s ballroom, followed by live music and traditional Irish dancing before taking the party upstairs to jam and chat the rest of the night away.
Friday - Departure
After a farewell breakfast at Rockhill House, buses depart for Dublin with memories of a truly magical week on the Emerald Music Tour Ireland 2026.
Looking Back at Previous Music Tours
What's Included
Accommodation
5 star accommodation at the amazing Rockhill house
Guide
5 days guided around Donegal by Alistair and Kim Hay
Meals
The finest local produce cooked to perfection by the chefs at Rockhill and other local Artisans
Transport
Luxury coaches taking you too all the locations
Music
20+ of the finest acts from Donegal spread across your musical adventure
External Flights
You need to book your own flights to Dublin and we will take care of everything from there
Insurance
You are advised to have adequate travel insurance for the duration of your trip
Enjoy the Experience
Cancellation Policy
To secure your place you need to pay a €950 security deposit followed by the balance 60 days prior to the trip. If for some unforeseen circumstances you need to cancel your place on the trip we cannot guarantee a full refund however we will endeavour to fill your place with another guest and if the place is successfully filled we will be happy to pass on the full refund to you
Frequently Asked Questions
We cannot give a full list of performers at this time but expect to see some familiar faces from previous Emerald videos
Yes there will be lots of opportunities to get involved with the music
Even if you are not a guitarist or music enthusiast you will still have plenty to entertain you with the beautiful scenery, walks on the grounds of Rockhill house, the Spa at Rockhill house and the warm welcome and friendship of the locals and the visitors alike.
Yes we have various room options for solo travelers and couples. We will contact you after your booking to discuss room options which will be allocated on a first booking basis.
Yes you can certainly bring your own guitar with you and we highly encourage that but if you prefer you can borrow a guitar from the Emerald factory for the duration of your stay.
Yes the Chefs at Rockhill can provide a menu to meet your specific needs