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Day 1
ARRIVE DUBLIN AND SIGHTSEEING (2 NIGHTS)
Spend the morning relaxing or exploring this vibrant, friendly city. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers this afternoon and see Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix Park and the stately Georgian Squares with your Local Guide. This evening, get to know your companions and Travel Director over a traditional Irish meal with drinks at your Welcome Pub Reception.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 2
DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING AND AT LEISURE
This morning, enjoy a walking tour of the National Botanical Gardens in Dublin. Founded in 1795 and dedicated to conservation, education and science, the gardens are now home to over 15,000 species of plant. Spend the rest of the day as you please, why not explore Temple Bar or Grafton Street, famous for its street performers? This evening consider joining an excursion to an Irish cabaret.
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Day 3
DUBLIN - ROCK OF CASHEL - BLARNEY - KILLARNEY (4 NIGHTS)
Leave the capital city and drive through scenic countryside to visit the spectacular Rock of Cashel. This is reputed to be the site of the conversion of the King of Munster by St. Patrick in the 5th century. Its rich heritage is reflected in the picturesque complex of fortified town houses, a medieval monastery and a Georgian Cathedral. It also has one of the most remarkable collections of Celtic art and medieval architecture to be found anywhere in Europe. A trip to Ireland would not be complete without a visit to Blarney Castle to kiss the Blarney Stone to acquire the ‘gift of the gab’! Dine tonight at your hotel in Killarney.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 4
DINGLE PENINSULA EXCURSION
Today, experience a breath-taking excursion round the Dingle Peninsula. Europe’s most westerly point, the peninsula features ring forts and ancient ruins as well as verdant hills, magnificent mountains and sandy beaches.
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Day 5
RING OF KERRY EXCURSION
Follow the Ring of Kerry around the Iveragh Peninsula, characterised by plunging cliffs, shimmering lakes, granite mountains and rugged coastlines. See a mystical and unspoilt region of Ireland as you wind your way through Killorglin (of Puck Fair fame), Cahirciveen, Waterville and Moll’s Gap in the Black Mountains. Enjoy a Be My Guest lunch in beautiful Sneem, a rural town in the heart of County Kerry.
Day 6
KILLARNEY AT LEISURE
Enjoy a full day to do as you please. Killarney National Park offers an exciting range of outdoor activities including walking, cycling, horse riding or golf on championship courses overlooking the Killarney Lakes. Alternatively, enjoy the peace and tranquillity of your surroundings - find a quiet spot, put your feet up, and admire the views.
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Day 7
KILLARNEY - KILLALOE - KILDARE - DUBLIN
Follow scenic roads through the beautiful Irish countryside to Dublin. View the thatched cottages in the village of Adare, voted the prettiest village in Ireland, and then travel on to Killaloe on Lough Derg. Learn to make a traditional Guinness stew and Irish soda bread during your Cooking Demonstration and enjoy the homemade results for lunch! Travel through Nenagh before stopping to visit St. Brigid’s Church in Kildare. St. Brigid is one of Ireland’s patron saints along with St. Patrick and St. Columba. Join your fellow travellers this evening for a Farewell Dinner in Dublin and raise a toast to your newfound friends and scenic Ireland!
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 8
DEPART DUBLIN
After a hearty breakfast, say farewell to this beautiful country and your companions at the end of a magical holiday on the Emerald Isle. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.