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Left: A Typical Pint at an Irish Pub © Dublin Tourism; Right: The famous castle the Rock of Cashel

Stained glass image of St Patrick

Left: Couple in Dublin Pub; Right: Cliffs Of Moher

Irish classic 12 days / 13 nightsThu & Sat Departures - Prices from

adult seniors 60+

8-22 Mar, 1-15 Nov 2014 (Sat) 2214 2934 2125 2817

29 Mar - 26 Apr 2014 (Thu & Sat) 2384 3104 2289 2980

1-24 May 2014 (Thu & Sat) 2733 3454 2623 3315

29 May - 25 Sep 2014 (Thu & Sat) 2810 3530 2698 3389

27 Sep - 25 Oct 2014 (Thu & Sat) 2454 3174 2356 3047

Irish classic 13 Days / 12 Nights Tour: Prices on request

IrIsh ClassIC IrIsh ClassIC12 days - 11 nights or 13 days - 12 nights | departs dublin 12 days - 11 nights or 13 days - 12 nights- Escorted coach tour

day 3 | titanic Belfast & Walking tourThis morning take a panoramic tour around central Belfast to see Victorian buildings, the imposing City Hall in Donegall Square and the shipyards where RMS Titanic was built in 1912. Visit Titanic Belfast to learn about this ill-fated famous liner through state-of-the-art displays. In the afternoon visit the imposing Mount Stewart House to see priceless works of art and furnishings as well as the extensive gardens. (B)

day 4 | Giant’s causeway & derry WalkDrive north along the scenic route of the “Nine Glens of Antrim,” for lovely views of mountains, valleys and coastline. Stop at the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity 60 million years ago. Continue to Derry and join a local guide for a short walking tour around the defensive walls that encircle the compact old city. Overnight in Derry. (B,D)

day 5 | atlantic donegal & WestportTravel through the rugged countryside of Donegal, renowned for heathery hills, sheep and the many tweeds made from their wool. In Ardara visit Triona Design to sample freshly-baked scones with tea and see demonstrations of spinning and weaving. Stop in Donegal town to browse around and pause at W. B. Yeats’ Grave in Sligo, a region that he loved to write about. Drive to Westport and enjoy free time before dinner. Overnight in Westport. (B,D)

day 6 | Westport house & achill IslandVisit the stately Westport House, which contains a wealth of interesting portraits, furniture and silver. Travel around Clew Bay to Achill Island, joined to the mainland by bridge. Follow the Atlantic Drive to capture wonderful views of steeply-sloped mountains plunging into the shimmering Atlantic Ocean. See the Deserted Village, ruins of cottages abandoned during the 1840’s Famine. Overnight in Westport. (B,D)

For those on the 13 day tour, spend an additional day in Dublin with an individual Dublin Open-Top Bus Tour pass with a visit to either Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery (valid for 24 hours) (B)

day 13 | homeward boundA voucher is provided for Independent transfer to the Airport (B).

Price includes:• Transfer on arrival and departure• Sightseeing by luxury

coach throughout • Services of a professional

Irish tour director• Accommodation in Superior

First-Class hotels with private bath/shower

• Full Irish breakfasts daily (B) • 8 dinners (D) including:

− Dinner and traditional Irish entertainment at a Dublin Pub

− Medieval Banquet and entertainment at Bunratty Castle

− 6 table d’hôte dinners• 1 lunch (L)• Welcome get-together drink• Tours of Dublin and Belfast• Walking tours of Derry and

Waterford with local guides• Day tour to Achill Island• Horse-drawn jaunting car ride

in Killarney• Sheepdog trails on Ring of Kerry• Irish coffee and music session at

the Marine Bar in Dungarvan• Visits and admissions to

− Dublin Castle, − Down Cathedral, − St. Patrick Centre, − Ulster Folk Park, − Titanic Belfast, − Mount Stewart House & Gardens − Giant’s Causeway, − Triona Design, − W. B. Yeats’ Grave, − Westport House, − Connemara Marble Factory, − Poulnabrone Dolmen, − Cliffs of Moher, − Foynes Flying Boat Museum, − Blarney Castle, − Blarney Woollen Mills, − House of Waterford Crystal, − Dunbrody Famine Ship − and Kennedy Homestead

• Dublin open-top bus tour with complimentary visit and a drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery. (13 day tour only)

• All local taxes, hotel service charges & porterage for one suitcase, per person

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day 7 |cliffs of Moher & Bunratty BanquetTravel through Maam Cross in the heart of Connemara and visit the Connemara Marble Factory. Stop in Galway and drive through the Burren to view the majestic Cliffs of Moher, which rise 700 feet above the foaming Atlantic Ocean. Walk to O’Brien’s Tower for great views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. At Bunratty check in to your hotel, right beside the Bunratty Folk Park and Durty Nelly’s Pub. Head to Bunratty Castle for a jolly medieval-style dinner where the lords and ladies serenade you. (B,D)

day 9 | Killarney’s lakes & Jaunting car rideTake a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car ride to Ross Castle for views of Lough Leane, Killarney’s largest lake. Drive to the delightful town of Kenmare where brightly-painted buildings are enhanced with flowers and savour a casual pub lunch. View spectacular mountain scenery at Moll’s Gap and Ladies’ View. The evening is free in Killarney. (B,L)

day 10 |Blarney castle & traditional MusicTravel to Blarney Castle to climb to the top and kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Also shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills. Drive to Dungarvan to the Marine Bar for a creamy Irish coffee and an informal traditional music session. Continue to Waterford and after dinner join a local guide for a stroll around the historic streets of this old port city. (B,D)

day 11 |Waterford & taylor’s three rockVisit the House of Waterford Crystal to see how molten glass is blown into shapes before being cut by hand by experts and view priceless trophies. In New Ross explore the Dunbrody Famine Ship which transported people to the U.S. during the 1940’s Famine. Stop at the nearby Kennedy Homestead where the ancestors of President Kennedy lived. In Dublin, this evening’s destination is Taylor’s Three Rock Pub for dinner with traditional Irish songs and intricate step-dancing. (B,D)

day 12 | depart for homeGroup transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon. (B)

Giant’s Causeway

Cobh Heritage Centre

Guinness Storehouse Old Jameson Distillery Entry © Dublin Tourism

Town Hall, Belfast

day 8 | Flying Boat Museum & dingle PeninsulaDrive through the outskirts of Limerick and alongside the River Shannon to visit Foynes Flying Boat Museum. During the 1930’s and early 1940’s, aircraft landed on the River Shannon and the museum’s memorabilia recreates this era. Journey along the Dingle Peninsula for glorious scenic views. Stop in the town of Dingle and head to your hotel in Killarney. (B,D)

Trinity College,Dublin

day 1 | dublin arrival & dublin castleStart in Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your flight arrives later, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm tour Dublin to see elegant Georgian townhouses, pass St. Stephen’s Green and cross the River Liffey to view the Famine Memorial and drive along O’Connell Street. Take a guided tour through Dublin Castle. In the evening meet your tour director over a welcome drink to discuss your trip.

day 2 | st. Patrick’s Grave & ulster Folk ParkDrive north to visit Down Cathedral to see St. Patrick’s reputed burial site, marked by a huge boulder. Learn about the many stories of his work, life and times in the nearby St. Patrick Centre and why he is so important in Ireland. On the outskirts of Belfast visit the Ulster Folk Park to see traditional town buildings of many types, including churches, a bank, police station and doctor’s office. Also see rural cottages set in gardens and fields and showing crafts, crops and farm animals. Drive to your hotel in central Belfast and relax before dinner. (B,D)

Waterford CrystalWaterford Crystal is a trademark brand of crystal glassware produced Waterford Wedgwood, Waterford Company.

The business was founded in 1793 by George and William Penrose, and produced extremely fine crystal that became world-renowned. Nevertheless, their company later closed, reportedly due to excessive taxation of the product. In 1947, the company reopened under new ownership due to the superb reputation of the original glassware.

Today, tour the Waterford Crystal Factory and watch skilled crafts people create elegant masterpieces from molten glass. In the showrooms see a huge collection of tableware and trophies.