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Irish Heritage Guided Tour
Our most popular trip to Ireland!
Irish Heritage 8 Day First Class Escorted Tour
Day 1Limerick | Kings John's Castle | Medieval Castle Banquet
Your tour departs from your Limerick hotel at 2:00 PM for a panoramic tour of the city. Next, visit King John’s Castle and immerse yourself in 800 years of dramatic local history. Then enjoy a welcome drink with your group before departing for a medieval-style banquet.(D)
Day 2Cliffs of Moher | Shannon Ferry | Foynes Flying Boat Museum
Take in the spectacular beauty of the Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above the Atlantic surf. Relax on a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary. Discover the fascinating story of Ireland's role in the early days of international aviation as you tour the Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum, and savor an Irish Coffee where the drink was invented. Travel on to Tralee where you'll dine in your hotel. (B, D)
| Did you know? Andrew Jackson is the only US president not to have been born in America. He was born in the middle of the Atlantic 1767 on an emigrant ship taking his parents from Carrigfergus, County Antrim. |
Embark on Ireland’s most popular scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry, for great views of purple mountains competing with carpeted green vales and dramatic seascapes. The mountains are surrounded by a patchwork quilt of stone-framed fields, abandoned fortresses and thriving small towns.. Cross to Valentia Island by bridge to visit the Skellig Experience and learn about early Christian monks who lived on the isolated islands and about the prolific bird life today. Pass through Waterville and the attractive village of Sneem and stop at Moll’s Gap for great mountain vistas. See more spectacular views at a nearby sheep farm as well as demonstrations of shearing and trained dogs herding sheep. Return to Killarney and in the evening head to the award-winning Killeen House Restaurant for a warm welcome and superb cuisine. (B, D)
Irish Blessing: May the roof above us never fall in. And may the friends gathered below it never fall out. |
Day 3Ring of Kerry | Sheepdog Demonstration | Rozzers Restaurant
Visit Moriarty’si n the beautiful Gap of Dunloe, then embark on Ireland’s most popular scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry. You’ll have plenty of photo stops along the route, which features some of Ireland’s most spectacular scenery and some of the locations from the Star Wars films. Passing through Waterville and the village of Sneem, stop at Moll’s Gap for views of the mountainous Macgillycuddy’s Reeks. Enjoy free time to see the village of Kenmare, watch expert dogs demonstrate their skills at a sheep farm. Visit Killarney for time to explore independently before dining at the award-winning Rozzers Restaurant in Killeen House Hotel. (B, D)
Day 4Jameson Experience | Cobh Heritage Centre | Waterford Walking Tour
Visit the Jameson Experience in Midleton to explore the rich tradition of whiskey distilling. At the Cobh Heritage Centre you can trace your ancestors, learn more about the ill-fated Titanic and Lusitania, or immerse yourself in the history of Irish emigrants. Relax as you follow the coastal route to Waterford. In the evening, walk with a local historian who will reveal Waterford’s Viking and medieval past. . (B, D)
Day 5House of Waterford Crystal | Glendalough
Watch skilled artisans create sparkling masterpieces at the House of Waterford. Travel through the stunning scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the way to Glendalough, one of Ireland's most beautiful destinations. There you'll explore the remains of one of the most important monastic sites in Ireland, founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Continue on to your hotel in Dublin. This evening dine on Irish specialties at the Merry Ploughboy Pub while enjoying a lively show of traditional Irish songs and step-dancing. (B, D)
Day 6Experience Glasnevin | Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour in Dublin
Set out on a panoramic tour of Dublin to see the highlights of Ireland's capital city. Next, tour Experience Glasnevin, the world's first cemetery museum, telling the story of the 1.5 million people buried there. It offers fascinating insight into Irish history and the people who lived it. Spend the afternoon touring independently, with your tickets to the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour, and choose one of these popular attractions: Teeling Distillery, Guinness Storehouse, the GPO Museum, or EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum. (B)
Day 7Irish National Stud | Dromoland Castle Hotel
Visit the home of equine royalty, The Irish National Stud, where you'll see impeccably-bred stallions alongside protective mares, frolicking foals, and athletic yearlings. Stroll around the delightful grounds to explore St. Fiachra's Garden and the Japanese Gardens. Travel to the majestic and deluxe Dromoland Castle Hotel. Relax in the elegant surroundings of this wonderful fairytale castle. Savor a delicious farewell dinner in the oak-paneled dining room. (B, D)
Day 8Tour Ends in Dromoland
Your tour ends after breakfast. (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner
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Your Hotels Stay at the following Deluxe & Superior First Class hotels(or similar):
Price per person sharing a twin or triple room. ONLY ONE TRIPLE ROOM IS
AVAILABLE PER TOUR
Private tours only.
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Cancellation Penalties: Airfare up to 100%; Land: : Penalties per person apply:
70 days or longer: Forfeiture of deposit 69 - 46 days: 35% per person 45 - 8
days: 45% per person 7 - 1 days: 60% per person, On day of departure: 100% per
person Travel Insurance
Save 10% per person on coach land tour prices if you are 8 & under 17 and traveling with at least one full fare paying passenger. Airfare is available from many cities. Just ask.
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