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Enchanting Ireland
10 Day Itinerary
Day 1: Depart USA
Enjoy an overnight flight with meals served aboard the aircraft.
Day 2: Cliffs of Moher / Galway
Upon arrival in Shannon board the motorcoach and depart for Galway in the morning and visit the impressive Cliffs of Moher. ravel along the coast of County Clare and visit the quaint villages of Ballyvaughan and Kinvara. Enjoy tea and scones at Rathbaun Farm. Arrive in Galway for dinner and overnight. (D)
Day 3: Galway / Connemara / Galway
Enjoy some time in the Connemara region, famous for its lakes and mountains. Take a scenic ride along the coast with a brief stop in Spiddal, famous for its Irish knitwear, Kylemore Abbey, and the Connemara Marble Visitors Centre. Overnight in Galway. (B,D)
Day 4: Galway / Knock / Dublin
Depart Galway in the morning and arrive in Knock for a visit. Continue to Dublin for a free afternoon. Overnight in Dublin. (B,D)
Day 5: Dublin City
Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Ireland’s capital city, including visits to St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Trinity College. Also see O’Connell Street, Christchurch Cathedral and the Bank of Ireland. Visit also to Irish Whiskey Corner. The afternoon and evening are free. (B)
Day 6: Dublin / Waterford
Depart Dublin to County Wicklow, known as "The Garden of Ireland", to Glendalough. With its famous round tower, it is one of the most enduring images of County Wicklow. A truly beautiful location, which is steeped in history. The English name Glendalough comes from the Irish Gleann Dá Locha, which translates, to "The Valley of the Two Lakes". Also stop in Avoca before arriving in Waterford for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
Day 7: Waterford / Killarney
In the morning tour the Waterford Crystal factory. Upon arrival in Blarney visit the famous Blarney Stone as well as the Castle and woolen mils. Arrive in Killarney in the late afternoon with the balance of time at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Killarney. (B,D)
Day 8: Killarney / The Ring of Kerry
Enjoy a ride along the scenic Ring of Kerry and visit Killorglin, famous for the Puck Fair. Visits also to the towns of Glenbeigh, Cahirciveen, Waterville, and Sneem. From Sneem return to Killarney for dinner and overnight. Tonight, OPTIONAL trip to The Laurels, Ireland’s premier singing pub for an evening of fun. Overnight in Killarney. (B,D)
Day 9: Killarney / Adare
Depart Killarney after breakfast. Visit charming Limerick City Limerick, Ireland’s 3rd largest City and birthplace of Frank McCourt, author of the Pulitzer Prize winning book “Angela’s Ashes”. Our first stop is Adare or “Áth Dara” in Irish, meaning, “Ford of the Oaks” and is considered one of Ireland's most picturesque villages. One of Adare's most photographed attractions is the thatched cottages on the main street built around 1825. Depart the hotel for an evening medieval banquet at a Castle in Bunratty. (B,D)
Day 10: Killarney / Shannon/ USA
Depart after breakfast for the Shannon Airport. Bid farewell to Ireland and arrive USA same day. (B)
Included Highlights:
• Airfare: Roundtrip from NYC
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Accommodations: 10 Days / 8 nights Superior Tourist Class Hotels.•
Meals: Full Irish breakfast daily, 7 dinners including Medieval Banquet at 15th century Irish Castle with entertainment.•
Sightseeing: As indicated in the itinerary.•
Also Included: Daily Mass, Airport-hotel transfers, sightseeing by luxury motorcoach, Professional Driver/Tour Escort.
Prices for Enchanting Ireland
2008 Departure Dates
Per person in twin *
Land Only Price *
Single room supplement
August 19 to 28
$ 2,999
$ 2,049
$ 600
November 4 to 13
$ 2,399
$ 1,999
$ 600
Depart New York JFK Airport
* Price is per person, based on double occupancy.
There are a limited number of single rooms available.
Add $119 departure tax, $160 fuel surcharge and $139 for optional travel insurance.
Passenger Reservation Form Travel Insurance Terms and Conditions
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