8 Day Irish Wonder 2012

8 Day Irish Wonder Tour 2012
Highlights

• Dublin
• Boyle
• Knock
• County Donegal
• Northern Ireland
• Limerick
• Cliffs of Moher
• Killarney
• County Kerry
• Blarney

Itinerary:
Day 1
ARRIVE DUBLIN - SIGHTSEEING
Welcome to Dublin! Relax after check-in. Later, your expert Local Guide takes you on a sightseeing tour, which includes views of Dublin Castle, Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral and Phoenix Park. It’s a great introduction to your Irish journey!

Hotel: Jurys Inn Parnell St. (MF)
 
Day 2
DUBLIN - KNOCK - SLIGO (2 NIGHTS)
View the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey at Boyle, dating back to the 12th century. Visit Knock in County Mayo, a pilgrimage town where the Virgin Mary appeared to villagers in 1879. Dine tonight at your hotel in Sligo.

Meal(s): (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Sligo Southern (F)
 
Day 3
NORTHERN IRELAND AND DONEGAL EXCURSION
Follow the beautiful Donegal coast via Yeats' country to Bundoran and cross into Northern Ireland. Explore the Belleek Pottery Center, then journey to the shores of Lough Erne and the town of Enniskillen.

Meal(s): (Full Breakfast)
 
Day 4
SLIGO - CONNEMARA - GALWAY - LIMERICK (2 NIGHTS)
Head west via Westport to the beautiful region of Connemara. Continue via Galway to Limerick, the setting for the film 'Angela's Ashes'. Here your orientation tour includes views of St. Mary's Cathedral and King John's Castle. Time tonight to try out the local restaurants.

Meal(s): (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Jurys Inn Limerick (F)
 
Day 5
LIMERICK - CLIFFS OF MOHER
This morning drive to the western coast and the magnificent Cliffs of Moher, with time to visit the 'Atlantic Edge' exhibition. Return to Limerick for free time exploring on your own or perhaps join an optional excursion to Bunratty Folk Park.

Meal(s): (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
 
Day 6
LIMERICK - KILLARNEY - TRALEE
Visit Killarney and its surrounding lakes. Take a scenic drive across the Macgillycuddy Reeks and around the Ring of Kerry, a mystical and unspoilt region of Ireland, famous for its spectacular landscape and rugged Atlantic coastline.

Meal(s): (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Benners (MF)
 
Day 7
TRALEE - DUBLIN
Explore Blarney Castle - kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire the ‘gift of the gab’! Arrive later in the capital, Dublin, for the final night of your vacation.

Meal(s): (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Jurys Inn Parnell St (MF)
 
Day 8
DUBLIN - CANADA
Say farewell to your Travel Director and newfound friends as your memorable vacation in the Emerald Isle comes to an end.

Meal(s): (Full Breakfast)

What's Included
Sightseeing Highlights

• Dublin Views of St. Patrick's Cathedral, Trinity College and historic Phoenix Park.
• Boyle View the Cistercian Abbey.
• Knock Visit this place of pilgrimage.
• County Donegal Visit this picturesque area.
• Northern Ireland Visit the Belleek Pottery Centre and Lough Erne.
• Limerick Views of St. Mary's Cathedral and King John's Castle.
• Cliffs of Moher View the stunning seascape from the magnificent cliffs. Visit the 'Atlantic Edge' Exhibition.
• Killarney Visit the city and surrounding countryside and lakes.
• County Kerry Scenic Ring of Kerry drive.
• Blarney Visit famous Blarney Castle.

Dining Highlights

• 7 full breakfasts.
• 3 three-course dinners.

First Class Travel Highlights

• Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
• All hotel service charges, taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
• Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
• Services throughout the trip of a professional Travel Director.
• Qualified Local Guide in Dublin.
• A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet and map.

Dates & Rates:
Tour leaves Dublin Saturdays and returns to Dublin Sundays
April 14 – August 25: $1199
September 1 – 22: $1225

All rates are in Canadian Dollars, per person, based on double occupancy.

Single Supplement: please contact our office
Triple Reduction: please contact our office