At Home With the Irish 2010
9 days with Brendan
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DAY 1: DEPART USA
Board your overnight transatlantic flight.
DAY 2: ARRIVE IN DUBLIN, IRELAND
Dublin is one of Europe’s liveliest cities. At 2 p.m., a city tour brings Dublin’s history to life. Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, see Dublin’s beautiful Georgian squares, walk the cobbled courtyards of Trinity College to its famed library and its truly unique world treasure – the 8th century Book of Kells. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner at your hotel. (D)
DAY 3: DUBLIN / BALLYSHANNON
Your Tour Director will share a hidden treasure today. Travel north via Kells and Cavan to Belleek. Watch skilled craftsmen design and produce fine china of renowned delicacy at the Belleek China Factory. Then continue on to your comfortable B&B for the night. Be sure of a hearty welcome and delicious meal from your Ballyshannon host. (B,D)
DAY 4: BALLYSHANNON / CONNEMARA
Bid your own farewell to W.B. Yeats at Drumcliff churchyard where his simple tombstone reads: “Cast a cold eye / On life, on death / Horseman, pass by!” Continue through the dramatic West Country. On to Knock, a humble village that attracts pilgrims from all over the world ever since local residents experienced Marian apparitions in 1879. Travel on to the picturesque village of Cong, the setting of the 1951 classic, The Quiet Man. Next tour Cong Abbey, an Augustinian abbey founded in the 12th century. Enjoy the drive through Connemara, where whitewashed cottages are scattered over a land of rocky mountains, sparkling brooks and rivers. Dinner tonight is at your hotel. (B,D)
DAY 5 CONNEMARA / GALWAY / CLIFFS OF MOHER / KILLARNEY
This morning visit Galway Cathedral before dropping in for refreshments at Rathbaun Farm. Meet a farming family as they carry out their everyday chores. Next, cross the Burren, a stark landscape dotted with rare flora. Travel west to the Cliffs of Moher rising approximately 700 feet above the pounding Atlantic waves. Later cross the Shannon estuary by ferry before setting off for Killarney. (B,MC,D)
DAY 6: THE RING OF KERRY
The road that winds around the beautiful Iveragh Peninsula, better known as the Ring of Kerry, is undoubtedly one of the most magical places in all Ireland. Here mountains, valleys, lakes and sea blend into a landscape that is often breathtaking beyond words. Stopping at Torc Waterfall for photos, there is a chance to join a leisurely hike with a qualified guide. You will walk along the lakeshore and past the farmlands of the Muckross Estate, admiring the spectacular scenery. Walk by West Meadow Bay and visit Muckross Abbey. For those who do not want to join the hike, the motorcoach will return you to Killarney, where the balance of the day is free. (B)
NOTE: The hike is about 2.5-3 hours long and travels over wooded paths and lakeshore trails. While there are no mountains to climb, walkers need to be fit and have good walking shoes, sunscreen and raingear.
DAY 7: KILLARNEY / BLARNEY / WATERFORD
Your first stop today is in the village of Blarney. There is time to browse through Blarney Woolen Mills to shop for Irish knitwear and crafts. Don’t miss the chance to walk across to Blarney Castle and kiss the magical stone that bestows the gift of eloquence. Next is Waterford. Settled by the Vikings in the late 9th century, this is Ireland’s oldest city. Its colorful terrace houses, cafés and pubs overlook the quayside. Spend the night in the hospitality of local Waterford B&Bs. (B,D)
DAY 8: WATERFORD / KILKENNY / DUBLIN
Kilkenny is undoubtedly Ireland’s loveliest inland city. It rose to prominence in the 14th century, when the Irish Parliament often met at Kilkenny Castle. Enjoy a guided tour of the Castle and some free time to explore this medieval city. Return to Dublin where the evening is free to relax at your beautiful hotel or you may attend an optional farewell show of song, dance and dinner all topped off with Dublin’s wit. (B)
DAY 9: DEPART DUBLIN
Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)
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All This Included
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- Airport transfers on days 2 and 9
- Accommodations in hotels and B&B’s in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower as listed or similar; hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling
- 7 breakfasts (B), 1 morning coffee (MC) at Rathbaun Farm and 5 three-course dinners with choice of entrée and coffee or tea (D)
- Services of a professional Irish Tour Director
- Private luxury motorcoach with airconditioning, reclining seats and emergency restroom
- Sightseeing, special features and scenic highlights as indicated in the itinerary, including admission charges where applicable
- Portfolio of travel documents
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Accommodations on this Tour
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Dublin: Mespil Hotel (F) or The Burlington (SF)
Ballyshannon: B&B accommodation with private bath
Connemara: Connemara Coast (SF)
Killarney: B&B accommodation with private bath
Waterford: B&B accommodation with private bath
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Notes
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- Triple rooms are not available.
- Please ask your Vacations To Go travel counselor for more information.
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The prices shown are U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability.
Prices quoted for land arrangements are subject to increase without notice. Once we have received your
deposit, land prices are guaranteed. Whenever air-inclusive tour prices are displayed, these prices do
not include government taxes and fees, which are additional. Air prices are subject to increase and are
guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received. Air-inclusive prices include air from a major
U.S. gateway; air from other U.S. airports is available at an additional cost. Sorry, we are unable to
offer air from countries other than the U.S. However, for those international customers who are able to
arrange their own transportation to the tour origination city, we are able to offer the land portion of
the package or tour, at the price quoted.
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