Ireland with John & Mary 2012
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Ireland with John & Mary - $3550 per person 9 Day Tour of Ireland - July 28th to Aug 7th 2012Superior & First Class Hotels Dublin to Dublin - 9 Nights / 7 Dinners / 9 Breakfasts
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The Package
Highlights:
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Your Hotels
Superior & first class:
- Pembroke Hotel, Kilkenny(2 nights)
- Trident Hotel, Kinsale(2 nights)
- Killarney Towers Hotel (2 night)
- Bunratty Castle Hotel. (1 nights)
- Ashling Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)
Tour Includes:
- Non-Stop round trip air from Orlando to Dublin. (Air available from other cities).
- 9 nights hotel accommodations at 4 star hotels
- Transport by luxury motor coach with Dave
- 9 full breakfasts
- 7 dinners including Kate Kearney’s Cottage & Merry Ploughboy Pub
Visits and admissions to:
- Tarbert Ferry
- Glendalough
- Dunbrody
- Hook Lighthouse
- Midleton Distillery
- Blarney Castle
- Garnish Island
- Sheep dog demo
- Cliffs of Moher
- Irish National Stud
- Guinness Storehouse
- City tour of Dublin.
- All service charges and taxes and handling of ONE suite case. Flight bag, ticket wallet, luggage tags and strap.
Itinerary
Sat. July 28th - USA to DublinDepart your hometown and take an overnight flight. Dinner is served on flight.
Day 1
Sun. July 29th Dublin Arrival & Kilkenny.
After arriving & completing customs & immigration our CIE Tours driver/guide Dave Yeates will welcome us to Ireland and escort us to the coach. We begin our drive across the Wicklow Mountains to see the 6th century monastic ruins of Glendalough. The Visitor Centre explains how St. Kevin founded this settlement. Continue our drive to the medieval town of Kilkenny and check into our centrally located hotel. Enjoy some free time to relax or explore the area on your own before dinner. Pembroke Hotel, Kilkenny
Day 2
Mon. July 30th Dunbrody Ship & Hook Lighthouse
This morning we travel southeast to John’s hometown of New Ross to visit the Dunbrody Emigrant Ship. This is a replica of a sailing vessel built in 1845 to transport emigrants from Ireland to North America. We continue on to the coast to Hook Lighthouse, one of the oldest operational lighthouses in the world. Retrun to Kilkenny where the balance of the day is free to explore the pubs and restuarants. Pembroke Hotel, Kilkenny
Day 3
Tue. July 31st Rock of Cashel & Old Midleton Distillery
Depart Kilkenny and travel southwest with our first stop at the Rock of Cashel where we will take a guided tour or these beautiful ancient ruins. We continue on to the town of Midleton. Here we will visit the Old Midleton Distillery. We will take a guided walking tour through the old buildings and see the largest pot still in the world as we learn how whiskey is made. At the end of the tour we will sample the world famous Jameson Whiskey. Our final destination today is the seaside village of Kinsale. We will have time to explore on your own before dinner. Trident Hotel, Kinsale
Day 4
Wed. Aug. 1st Blarney Castle
Today we make the short drive to the famous Blarney Castle. You will have plenty of time to walk the beautiful grounds and climb to the top of the Castle to kiss the magical “Stone of Eloquence”. This is also the best shopping opportunity all under one roof at Blarney Woolen Mills. We return to Kinsale with the rest of the day and evening to enjoy on your own. Tonight try one of the local restaurants. (Kinsale is known as the Gourmet Capital of Ireland). Trident Hotel, Kinsale
Day 5
Thurs. Aug. 2nd. Glengarriff & Killarney Leaving Kinsale
We drive along the beautiful coastline of Cork traveling though many attractive little fishing towns. In Glengarriff we will take a short boat ride to Garnish Island to visit the beautiful gardens. These gardens have a collection of plants and tress from all over the globe that flourish in a scenic setting of mountains and the sea. We continue on to Killarney where you will have time to relax or wander around town before dinner. Killarney Towers Hotel
Day 6
Fri. Aug. 3rd Ring of Kerry & Sheep DogsToday we explore the Ring of Kerry, 100 miles of marvelous scenery from Ireland’s highest peaks to it’s golden beaches. Our first stop we meet a local farmer who will introduce you to his flock of sheep and his two amazing dogs. He puts on a demonstration that you won’t forget. We continue our way around the Ring and return to Killarney with time to explore or relax. Tonight we will enjoy dinner and entertainment at Kate Kearney’s Cottage in the Gap of Dunloe. The night consists of a superb meal and traditional entertainment. Killarney Towers Hotel
Day 7
Sat. Aug. 4th Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty
We depart Killarney today and take the short ferry ride across the Shannon River en route to view the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher. This impressive rock rises almost 700 feet above the Atlantic and stretches for 5 miles along the coast. We will drive through a bit of the Burren, a region of limestone hills containing and prehistoric stone monuments. Our final destination is Bunratty where your hotel is situated across from Bunratty Castle and the famous Durty Nelly’s Pub. Tonight we will enjoy dinner in our hotel. Bunratty Castle Hotel.
Day 8
Sun. Aug 5th IRISH NATIONAL STUD & DUBLIN
Today we travel back east through the midlands and farming country to County Kildare. We make a visit to the Irish National Stud where you will learn the history of and current trends of horse breeding in Ireland. We will see some of the magnificent horses and also take a walk around the beautiful Japanese Gardens, which were established in 1908. We continue on to Dublin and check into our hotel. Tonight you are free to enjoy one of Dublin’s many fine restaurants or perhaps just have some pub grub. The hotel is very centrally located and the city train runs right past the door. Ashling Hotel, Dublin.
Day 9
Mon. Aug. 6th Dublin Highlights
Today we enjoy a panoramic tour of Dublin City. Dublin is an ancient settlement founded by the Vikings in the 9th Century. We will visit the Guinness Storehouse to see exhibits on how this world famous stout as first created. We end our tour at the roof top Gravity Bar overlooking the city. Here you will enjoy a pint ! The rest of the afternoon is free to relax or explore Dublin on your own. Tonight we will enjoy another wonderful night of Traditional Entertainment and a meal at the Merry Ploughboy Pub. Ashling Hotel, Dublin
The Hotels
The Pembroke Hotel, KilkennyThe 4 star Pembroke Hotel, situated on Kilkennys most exclusive street right in the centre of a city that is rich with medieval heritage and alive with a vibrant arts culture. From rustic food served with a laid back style, spacious rooms and a peaceful charm this is a welcoming place with comfort at its core. |
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The Trident Hotel, KinsaleThe Trident Hotel offers some of the best hotel accommodation in Cork. Tastefully decorated and with the most spectacular views of Kinsale harbour, staying at the Trident Hotel is a real treat! |
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The Killarney Towers Hotel, KillarneyThe Killarney Towers Hotel & Leisure Centre, located in the heart of Killarney Town, offers guests an extensive array of onsite leisure facilities, dining options, bars and evening entertainment. |
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Bunratty Castle HotelSophistication and classic style are the hallmarks of the renowned Bunratty Castle Hotel, which is part of the Blarney Group. The Hotel has been restored to its rightful position as one of the most intimate and charming hotels in the west of Ireland. |
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Ashling Hotel, DublinThe hotel is in an excellent location for visiting and exploring Dublin, and offers a wide range of services and amenities. Recently completely rebuilt, this property offers 225 spacious and well-equipped guest rooms as well as stylish, modern restaurants, bar and public spaces.. |
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Booking Information
Booking Notes:
Cost: $3,550.00 per person based on a min. of 20 people. If we do not reach the min. the tour may be cancelled or a price adjustment may be necessary. You will be notified 100 days prior to departure.
Single Supplement: A single room is available for an additional $435.00
Trip Cancellation Insurance is $179.00
Not Included: Tip to driver & Trip Insurance.
A Deposit of $250 per person is due no later than April 9, 2012. $100 will become non-refundable unless the tour is cancelled by Tours Galore.
Final Payment is due by May 5, 2012
Check is preferred for deposit but credit cards are accepted for final payment.
Please make check payable to:
Tours Galore and mail to
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This itinerary may be changed due to weather conditions or the discretion of our driver.
