A WEEK IN...IRELAND ITINERARY:
1. Arrive Shannon
Tour departs: 9:30 AM from Shannon Airport. Welcome to
Ireland, where cultural discoveries begin upon your arrival. Visit Bunratty Folk Park, a
reconstructed traditional Irish village, then visit a working
dairy farm in Kilfinane where you’ll meet the family and have
lunch. Spend two nights a renowned castle hotel. Meals LD
2. Cliffs of Moher
There's nothing like your first sight of the mighty Cliffs of
Moher to inspire awe in the hearts of the most seasoned
travelers. The cliffs tower
over the Atlantic Ocean coastline – offering amazing
views. Stunning scenic beauty continues to entice on the royal
grounds of Dromoland Castle, standing majestically over 410
emerald acres. Meals BLD
3. Adare / Killarney
Spend the morning in picturesque Adare, with its lovely thatched
cottages and aged stone walls. Travel to Killarney, set in the
heart of Ireland’s beautiful lake district, where you take a
journey by traditional horse-drawn jaunting cart to Muckross
House. Built in 1843, the house has 19th-century furnishings and
magnificent gardens. Meals BD
4. Travel the Ring of Kerry
Journey along the captivating Ring of Kerry today around the
Iveragh Peninsula. One of Ireland’s most beautiful and
popular drives, it boasts diverse landscapes that change from
the rugged beauty of the wild Irish coast to the tranquility of
Killarney's lakes and passes through several quintessential
Irish towns. Return to
Killarney late afternoon, where the remainder of the day is at
your leisure to spend as you please. Meals BLD
5. Blarney Castle / Dublin
Travel through County Kerry to
15th-century Blarney Castle, where you will have the chance to
acquire the gift of gab by kissing the legendary Blarney Stone.
The it's all aboard the City Gold train in first-class seats
from Mallow to Ireland's capital city of Dublin, rich in history
and proud of its past. Tauck has arranged an evening of
Irish folklore, and storytelling tonight at a typical Irish pub,
located near your city-center hotel. Meals BLD
6. Explore Dublin
Experience an in-depth introduction to Dublin's landmark
attractions on a city sightseeing tour that includes lively
O'Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and beautiful parks.
We'll take you inside Trinity College Library to see the
8th-century BOok of Kells, before giving you the opportunity to
enjoy the city as you wish. Your hotel, The Westbury, is
set right in the heart of the city, just steps away from famed
Grafton Street; it is a member of the Leading Hotels of
the World. Meals B
7. Glendalough / Dublin
Venture outside of Dublin into the hills of Wicklow to the
ancient monastic settlement of Glendalough via Tauck's Yellow
Roads. Set deep in a valley between two lakes, Glendalough
was established by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Most of
the ruins and sites dates from the 10th century and are
remarkably preserved; see some of the most significant ones on a
guided tour. Return to Dublin midday for time at leisure.
Join us tonight for a farewell dinner. Meals BD
8. Journey Home
Tour ends: 7:00 AM at Dublin Airport. Persons departing at other times should
secure their own transportation. Meals B
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