| Trip Itinerary |
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| Day 1 USA - Dublin |
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| VIP Door-to-Door Transfer to your local airport for your overnight flight to Dublin. |
| Day 2 Arrive Dublin |
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| Arrive in Dublin, the capital of Ireland, for a leisurely two-night stay. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the 'Fair City' before tonight’s Welcome Drink with your Tour Director. |
| Day 3 Dublin |
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Our guided sightseeing of Dublin highlights the city’s Georgian elegance and includes views of statue-lined O’Connell Street and historic Phoenix Park. Visit Trinity College and see the 1,200-year-old Book of Kells and the Old Library. Time free this afternoon for perhaps a visit to the Old Jameson Distillery or the Kilmainham Gaol Museum, dedicated to the struggle for Irish independence. Admire the detail of the neatly painted doors in Merrion Square, take a stroll through the lively Temple Bar district, or stop for a drink at the Guinness Storehouse. This evening, a chance to enjoy a cabaret with “Riverdance” style dancers, fiddlers’ jigs and Irish songs should not be missed!
Full Breakfast Included |
| Day 4 Dublin - Waterford - Killarney (Waterford & Blarney Included) |
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This morning we head south to Waterford for an enjoyable visit to the famous crystal factory. See the master craftsmen at work as we watch the production of the world’s most famous crystal. Next we visit Blarney Castle for a chance to kiss the famous Stone of Eloquence! After a chance to shop at the 19th-century Blarney Woolen Mill, we continue through the Derrynasaggart Mountains to Killarney, a jewel of the Emerald Isle, for two relaxing nights.
Full Breakfast and Dinner Included |
| Day 5 Killarney (Ring of Kerry Included) |
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Start your day with a highlight Jaunting Car Ride. An exciting day of travel continues as we experience one of the most scenic drives in all of Europe – around the famous Ring of Kerry. Head out along the coastline of the Iveragh Peninsula through the towns of Glenbeigh, Cahirciveen and Chaplin’s hideaway of Waterville and Sneem. Complete the tour via the 'Ladies View' back to Killarney. Charming villages with colorful cottages punctuate the magnificent scenery. This is Ireland as you have always imagined it!
Full Breakfast Included |
| Day 6 Killarney - co. Limerick |
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This morning we enjoy a special Explore & Discover event as we bring you closer to the heart of the Emerald Isle. We are invited into a private Irish farm-home to enjoy warm Irish hospitality. Savor a homemade scone while being entertained with personal insight into rural Irish life. Later visit Bunratty Folk Park to see thatched cottages and ancient ruins and gain insight into Irish country life over one-hundred years ago.
Full Breakfast and Dinner Included |
| Day 7 Co. Limerick - Galway |
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Today we stop at the 700-foot Cliffs of Moher with breathtaking views of the Clare Coast. We then cross the limestone plateau of the Burren on our way to Galway with a visit to its beautiful cathedral. Sweeping views over Galway Bay, Eyre Square which recalls President Kennedy’s visit in 1963, and the Spanish Arch are all part of your visit. This evening enjoy dinner with the freedom of your Dine-Around program, and choose from a selection of restaurants recommended by your Tour Director.
Full Breakfast and Dine-Around Included |
| Day 8 Galway (Hidden Ireland Excursion) |
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A morning drive takes us through the Connemara region and along the beautiful coast road to Rossaveel for a short crossing to Inishmore and the Aran Islands. This is a hidden outpost of the old way of life, where Irish is still spoken, farmers make their gates from stone, donkeys can still be seen carrying baskets of turf, and islanders still spin, weave and knit the famous Aran sweaters. Stop at the Dun Angus Fort and pause in the island capital of Kilronan before returning to the mainland for a short drive back to our hotel.
Full Breakfast Included |
| Day 9 Galway - Dublin |
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A relaxing mid-morning drive to Dublin where the afternoon is free for last minute shopping. Tonight, enjoy a Highlight Farewell Dinner and a chance to share your fond memories from the very best of Ireland.
Full Breakfast and Highlight Dinner Included |
| Day 10 Dublin - USA |
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We bid farewell to the Emerald Isle.
Full Breakfast Included |
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