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Irish Wonder |
8 day
tour from US$1050
Tour Type: Regional Experience |
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HIGHLIGHT |
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Highlights:
- Dublin
- Boyle
- Knock
- Mayo Coastline
- Kylemore
- Cliffs of Moher
- Galway
- Adare
- Killarney
- County Kerry
- Blarney
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ITINERARY |
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Wonder |
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1 - Arrive Dublin - Sightseeing
You'll be met at Dublin airport and transferred to your hotel.
Later, we will enjoy a sightseeing tour which includes views of
Dublin Castle, Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral and Phoenix
Park. Your evening is at leisure. (Breakfast)
Hotel: Jury's Croke Park
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2 - Dublin - Ballina (Co. Mayo) (2 nights)
After breakfast this morning we start the day at Boyle where we view
the 12th century Cistercian Abbey ruins. Then we continue our
journey through the lush green countryside of this Emerald Isle to
County Mayo. Next we stop to visit the town of Knock which has
attracted thousands of pilgrims since villagers saw apparitions of
the Virgin Mary before reaching the town of Ballina for our
two-night stay. (Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Downhill Inn (2 nights)
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3 - County Mayo Excursion
Today we discover the beautiful scenery of the Mayo coastline as we
make our way to Clew Bay with its plunging cliffs and crashing
waves. Then from Achill Island, we enjoy stunning views over the
Atlantic to mountainous Clare Island, one time home of pirate queen,
Grace O'Malley. From here we head back to Ballina for dinner and
overnight stay. (Continental Breakfast / Dinner)
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4 - Ballina (County Mayo) - Ennis (2 nights)
Our morning journey takes us through the rustic region of Connemara
where we make a stop at Kylemore Abbey. Next we head on to Galway
city where we hear about Christopher Columbus' visit on his way to
discover America. Finally, we travel into County Clare with its
stunning coastal scenery at the Cliffs of Moher and onward to our
hotel in Ennis for our two night stay. (Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Auburn Lodge
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5 - Ennis - Excursion to Limerick
After breakast we will enjoy an included excursion to Limerick -
setting for the film"Angela's Ashes", where an orientation
tour of the city will highlight St. Mary's cathedral and King John's
castle. Afterwards, there is some time at leisure and you may wish
to take this opportunity to visit Bunratty Folk Park before we
return to our hotel. (Breakfast)
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6 - Ennis - Killarney - Waterville
This morning we will continue south to County Kerry, with time to
visit Killarney and its lakes. Next it's a scenic drive across
Macgillycuddy Reeks and the 'Ring of Kerry', completing half of this
spectacular trip, as we make our way to the hotel in Waterville. (Continental
Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Bay View
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7 - Waterville - Dublin
Today after breakfast we will complete the stunning 'Ring of Kerry'
drive and continue across the Derrynasaggart mountains to Blarney
Castle. Perhaps you may wish to acquire the 'gift of the gab' by
kissing the Blarney Stone. From here we continue back to Dublin for
the final night of our tour. Tonight, why not enjoy a cabaret show
with your fellow travelling companions? (Breakfast)
Hotel: Jury's Croke Park
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8 - Depart Dublin
Today Trafalgar transfers you to the airport for your return
flight home. (Breakfast)
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WHAT'S
INCLUDED
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Irish Wonder What's Included
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Exciting
Highlights
- Dublin:
Sightseeing views St. Patrick's Cathedral, Trinity College and
historic Phoenix Park.
- Boyle: View the
Cistercian Abbey.
- Knock:
Visit this place of pilgrimage.
- Mayo Coastline: See Clew
Bay and Achill Island with its spectacular scenery. See Clare
Island, home of pirate queen - Grace O'Malley.
- Kylemore: Stop at the
Abbey and Convent.
- Cliffs of Moher: See the
stunning seascape from the magnificent cliffs.
- Galway: Orientation tour.
- Adare: See the prettiest
village in Ireland.
- Killarney: Visit this
city with its Lakes.
- Co. Kerry: Scenic 'Ring
of Kerry' drive.
- Blarney: Visit famous
Blarney Castle.
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Fabulous
Sightseeing
Sightseeing/orientation in Dublin, Galway and Killarney.
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Unbeatable
Features
- Accommodation in twin-bedded
rooms with private facilities.
- Full Irish breakfast daily
- 4 Three course dinners – see
day by day itinerary
- All hotel service charges,
taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
- Services throughout the tour of
a professional Tour Director.
- Specialised local guide in
Dublin.
- Touring by luxury air-ventilated
coach with reclining seats.
- CostSaver travel bag and tour
wallet containing comprehensive documents.
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Airport
Transfers
- London Gateways:
A Trafalgar bonus – transfers can be expensive, particularly
between the Airport and central London. When you book your
Costsaver tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the
airport are included. It's that simple. Trafalgar has included
a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
- Important – Please Note: Passengers
will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports
providing the following conditions are met:
- You are staying at a London
hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and
the night prior to the date of your departure.
- Flights are either booked by
Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by
your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
- Only one included transfer both
inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar.
Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail
Station.
- Heathrow Express operates
between 05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services
between 05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45.
Transfers outside of these times are at the passengers own
expense.
- In the event of unforeseen
events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar
will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled
transfers.
- No refund is available for
passengers not utilising this service.
- Why not upgrade to a Hotelink
transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London
hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the
additional upgrade price per person when booking)
- European Gateways: With
Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival
and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure
day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure
your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the
transfer times shown.
- Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who
book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart
outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and
departure day of the tour will also be provided with a
transfer.
- Passengers arriving before or
leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a
transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar
providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or
post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices
of transfers at the time of booking your extra night
accommodation.
- Land only passengers arriving or
departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but
whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times
below may also book and purchase these transfers.
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OPTIONALS |
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Irish Wonder Optional Excursions
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Note:
All optional excursions listed are for
2004/2005 please use the information as a guide only.
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GB25
- Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
Visit the 15th century Castle with its fine furnishings, antiques
and paintings. Bunratty was built by the MacNamaras and became the
main stronghold of the powerful O’Brien clan. Experience the
Ireland of yesteryear as you wander through the folk park with its
thatched cottages and smoky turf fires - a way of life that has all
but gone now. In the village street there are shops, a school and a
bakery - maybe treat yourself to some of the freshly baked cakes in
the village tea room.
18.00 (€)
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GB28
- Irish Celi Evening
Enjoy the great atmosphere or ‘craic’ at our ceili evening.
Traditional Irish music and dancing and the chance to sing along to
some familiar Irish melodies. Dinner is included on this fun
evening.
50.00 (€)
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GB29
- Killarney Jaunting Car Ride
Take a traditional pony and trap ride through the streets of
Killarney and into the beautiful Bourne - Vincent National Park.
Your ‘Jarvey’ will tell you stories about Killarney - remember
he has probably kissed the Blarney Stone once or twice!
15.00 (€)
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GB31
- Traditional Irish Evening with Dinner
The local people get together to treat us to a night of music,
humour and good food. Come along and enjoy a very popular counties
evening.
46.00 (€)
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GB32
- Dublin Dinner and Cabaret
Over an excellent dinner you’ll enjoy a non-stop show featuring
comedy, dance, song, music and fine food. Ireland’s musical
history unfolds in a cabaret that will delight you long after the
night has ended. The cast will have you tapping your toes and
joining in the fun, and it’s all wrapped up in the spirit of Irish
humour. We will even serve you an Irish Coffee at the end of dinner,
it will put you in the mood for Ireland’s best night out.
61.00 (€)
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GB35
- Muckross House and Gardens
The oak clad mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to the beautiful
gardens around Muckross House. Towering Azaleas and Rhododendrons
vie with each other for your attention amid the quiet meandering
walks along the shores of the Killarney Lakes. The 18th century
house, standing amid twenty thousand acres of park is a microcosm of
Irish history. It contains wonderful examples of furniture and
paintings. Keep an eye out for the brooding portrait of King James
VI for whom Shakespeare wrote Macbeth, or Countess Catherine of
Desmond painted in the 136th year of her age. Guided visit
15.00 (€)
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GB48
- Irish Pub Experience
Why not join in the fun and laughter of one of the cosiest pubs in
the country? Traditional Irish music tops the evening and before you
know it you’ll be joining in the songs and laughter. (Two drinks
of your choice is included).
20.00 (€)
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GB59
- Dublin Dinner
Join us for dinner in one of Dublin’s pub/restaurants.
38.00 (€)
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GB61
- River Shannon Cruise
A unique opportunity to take a cruise on the majestic River Shannon
through the beautiful rolling countryside of counties Leitrim and
Roscommon. Famed in song and steeped in legend, the Shannon offers
258km of cruising waterway and is the longest river in the British
Isles. Our cruise includes tea and coffee and homemade Irish scones
on the luxurious “Moon River” Pleasure Cruiser.
18.00 (€)
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GB87
- Ballintober Abbey
We visit 'the Church that refused to die'. Mass has been celebrated
here for over 800 years.
15.00 (€)
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GB88
- Dublin. Georgian Evening
Enjoy a personalised tour of an 18th century Georgian house and
afterwards relax over dinner in one of Dublin’s finest
restaurants.
47.00 (€)
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DATES
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*These prices are correct at
the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at
the time of booking.
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