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TERMS & CONDITIONSDEPOSIT PAYMENTS: A non-refundable land deposit of €175 per person is required for coach tours,€105 per person for self drive and €300 for river cruises. Deposits are required within 5 days ofmaking the reservation.CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS: We accept most major credit cards as well as Irish & UK Laser & SwitchCards. Your travel agent needs to provide us with the cardholder's information, including billing addressand must have the holder's signature on file.FINAL PAYMENTS: Full payment must be made no later than 70 days prior to departure date forcoach tours and self-drives; 95 days prior for river cruises. CIE Tours accepts payment by major creditcards or Electronic Bank Transfer. If payment is not received as scheduled, your reservation willautomatically cancel and deposit payment become forfeit.DOCUMENTATION: Tours will incur a fee of €35 per reservation if they require physical documentation& welcome pack/flight bag etc. Alternatively, we can provide electronic documents free of charge for allbookings. Flight bag can be collected at reception of your first night’s hotel.LAND REVISION FEE: Any revision to land arrangements made after the original booking has beenprocessed will incur a €35 handling fee per booking. If clients cancel from one tour and rebook onanother tour or another date, a cancellation fee may apply. We cannot accept revisions within 14 daysof departure or once we have issued documents.PARTICIPANT CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations are subject to the following penalties on the land portion:Between: • 70 days or longer: Forfeiture of deposit• 69 & 46 days: 25% per person• 45 & 8 days: 35% per person• 7 & 1 days: 50% per person• On day of departure: 100% per personMinimum cancellation fees are €35 per person.CRUISE CANCELLATIONS: Penalties per person apply:• 121 days or longer: Forfeiture of deposit• 120 - 90 days: 15% of total price or minimum of €300• 89 - 60 days: 35% of total price• 59 - 30 days: 50% of total price• 29 - 7 days: 80% of total price• 6 days or less: 100% of total price.B&B CANCELLATIONS: When open B&B vouchers are purchased from CIE Tours accommodation isbooked directly by you with homeowners, it is your responsibility to cancel such reservations directlywith bed & breakfast Irelands website or homeowners in the event that vouchers are cancelled with CIETours.NOTIFICATIONS OF CANCELLATIONS - all bookings: All cancellations must be advised in writing (mail,fax or e-mail) to CIE Tours prior to tour departure during normal business hours (09.00 am -5.00pmMondays through Friday).Notification shall be deemed to have taken place on date of receipt of suchwritten notification by CIE Tours. It is the clients responsibility to ensure that any notification ofcancellation is received by CIE Tours. Minimum cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN: Unfortunately we are unable to offer travel insurance policies to personstravelling on our coach tours, but we do require all passengers to have the appropriate best travelinsurance policy. Please ask your local insurance provider/ bank.TOUR MEMBERSHIP: To promote an enriching travel experience, CIE Tours reserves the right to rejectany client whose conduct is incompatible with the interest of the tour group.TRAVELERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS: Passengers necessitating unique attention must advise CIE Tours attime of booking. Passengers who require particular assistance must travel with a qualified travelcompanion as CIE Tours drivers and guides cannot provide individualized help. As our coaches are notequipped with wheelchair ramps, all tour members must be able to mount 3 or 4 steps into coach.Motorized scooters are unsuitable for touring. CIE Tours is not responsible for denial of services by anyof our suppliers. Due to space restrictions, passengers wishing to take wheel chairs, walkers, oxygentanks etc. must send a request to CIE Tours for approval.COACH TRANSPORTATION: Coach tours are usually operated by 48 seat motor coaches. When passengernumbers are low, a smaller coach may be used.ACCOMMODATION: Land arrangements are provided as described in each tour program. CIE Toursreserves the right to substitute hotels for accommodations in similar categories. Accommodation in B&Bs(farmhouses, town and country homes) is clean, comfortable and includes private bathrooms.MEALS: Meals are provided as specified in each tour program. Dinners in hotels are on a table d'hótebasis.VISITS, ENTERTAINMENT AND OTHER FEATURES: CIE Tours reserves the right to substitute visits,entertainment and other features when establishments are closed or cannot be visited for reasonsbeyond our control.CRUISE ITINERARIES: Deviations to the planned cruise itineraries and hotels are possible if conditionsrender them advisable or necessary. All cruise routes are subject to change without notice. In the rareevent of water level problems on the River Danube, it may be necessary to operate part of theitinerary by motor coach.CIE TOURS CANCELLATIONS: If it becomes necessary to cancel a coach tour prior to departure, CIETours will offer the next available date at no additional land cost or will make a full refund of allmonies paid to CIE Tours. CIE Tours cannot accept responsibility for any additional costs or fees relatingto such a tour booking or for any cancellation penalties due to non-refundable airfares.GUARANTEED COACH TOURS: Due to events beyond our control, it may be necessary for CIE Tours tocancel a guaranteed coach tour. Under these circumstances we will offer either the next available dateat no additional land cost or 100% refund of all payments made to CIE Tours. In addition, we will alsoreimburse or absorb documented airline penalties/fare changes not exceeding €150 per person, even ifthe air is purchased independently.LUGGAGE: Handling of one piece of luggage per person is included in the cost of all coach tours. Onlyone suitcase per person is permitted and size should not exceed 30 x 20 x 10 inches. Luggage iscarried at owner's risk throughout the tour unless insured. Hand baggage and small articles such ascoats, umbrellas or cameras are entirely in the care of the passengers. Boot space in self-drive cars islimited so pack lightly, preferably using soft-sided suitcases.

TIPS: Tips for personal services and to tour directors and drivers are not included in tour cost and leftto your discretion.CHILDREN/ YOUNG ADULTS: Children under 8 are not permitted to travel on coach tours. Those aged8 to 18 years are charged 90% of the full adult rate and must travel with an adult. Young peopletravelling unaccompanied must be at least 21 years old.SMOKING POLICY: Smoking is not allowed on the motor coach but frequent stops are madethroughout the day.NOT INCLUDED: All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry,special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must bepaid by the passenger.UNUSED TOUR ARRANGEMENTS: CIE Tours cannot make refunds or exchanges for unusedaccommodations, services or features of any tour unless agreed upon prior to departure.CLAIMS OR DISPUTES: You should submit to CIE Tours in writing no later than 28 days after the endof the tour.LAW: Passenger contract with CIE Tours is subject exclusively to Irish Law and Jurisdiction for IrishTours or English Law and Jurisdiction for British Tours. Car Rental - Insurance: Our basic Hertz carrental price includes unlimited mileage, current local taxes, airport location charges (LSC), third partyliability, theft protection (TP) and collision damage waiver (CDW). Non waivable deductible amounts arenot covered by CDW and range from €1200-2500 depending on the car rented. Super collisiondamage waiver (SCDW) can be purchased at an additional cost. Baggage protection can also bepurchased directly at an additional cost. Extra driver insurance cost €9.50 per day per additionaldriver.CAR RENTAL - AGE & LICENCE: 25-79 years. Certain conditions apply for drivers 25-29 and 76-79years. Drivers aged 23-34 years are restricted to car types B & E and pay a daily surcharge. Driversmust have one year’s driving experience and produce a valid driving license with no endorsements,issued in their country of residence. Hirer is responsible for fuel costs, parking fees and speedingtickets.RESPONSIBILITY: CIE Tours International, 35 Lower Abbey Street, Dublin 1 are not responsible for anypersonal injury, property damage or other loss a passenger incurs on any tour arising from acts oromissions by any air carrier, public transport company, hotel, car rental company, subcontractor or otherperson or organisation, whether or not such company is rendering any services supplied on the tour. Alltickets and vouchers are issued and supplied subject to the foregoing and to any and all terms andconditions under which transportation and services are provided. Italian and Eastern European coachtours are operated for CIE Tours by Kompas Holidays International and European River Cruises byAmadeus Waterways. Without limitation CIE Tours is not liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, orincidental damage, injury, death, loss, accident, delay, inconvenience or irregularity of any kind whichmay be occasioned by reason of any act or omission beyond its control, including, without limitationany willful or negligent act, failure to act, breach of contract or violation of local law or regulation ofany third party such as an airline, train, hotel, bus, taxi, van, local ground handler or guide, financialdefault or insolvency of any supplier and/or restaurant which is, to, or does supply any goods orservices for this trip. CIE Tours is not liable for any loss, injury, death or inconvenience due to delay orchanges in schedule, overbooking of accommodation, default of any third party, attacks by animals,sickness, the lack of appropriate medical care, evacuation to same, if necessary, weather, strikes, acts ofGod or government, acts of terrorism, or the threat thereof, force majeure, war, quarantine, epidemics,or the threat thereof, criminal activity, or any other cause beyond its control. CIE Tours reserves theright at its sole discretion to alter the itinerary as it may deem necessary or advisable. CIE Toursreserves the right at its sole discretion to decline to accept or retain any passenger on any of its toursif it deems accepting or retaining any such person as being detrimental to the tour. In the event anypassenger is removed from a trip, CIE Tour's only obligation is to refund to that person that portion ofthe payment allocable to unused services. Any disclaimer of liability by CIE Tours under this clause isenforceable to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Each of the provisions of this clause isseverable and if any such provision is held by any court or other competent authority to be illegal,void or unenforceable in whole or in part, the legality, validity and enforceability of the remainingprovisions of this clause shall not be affected or impaired. Changes in the RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE canbe made only in writing signed by an officer of CIE Tours. It is the travelers’ responsibility to obtainthe correct travel documentation (passport, visa, identifications) for the destination(s) to be visited. CIETours is not responsible for penalties incurred for tickets, international or domestic, not issued by CIETours due to schedules and/or flight changes. Once full payment is made, there will be no priceincreases. Passengers may accelerate full payment to avoid any price increases.IMPORTANT: CIE Tours accepts no responsibility for losses or expenses due to delay or changes inschedules, flight cancellations or misconnections due to mechanical problems, sickness, quarantine,weather, acts of God, strikes, government actions, war, terrorism or other circumstances beyond itscontrol. Passengers must bear all such losses or expenses. To guard against unforeseen circumstances, weinsist you travel with a comprehensive travel insurance policy which you must purchase at home beforetravelling on tour with CIE Tours.VALIDITY: Rates are valid from 1st January 2014 to 31st December 2014 and are quoted on a perperson, sharing twin room basis. All prices are shown in Euro and are calculated on currency rates andfares existing on July 1, 2013. CIE Tours reserves the right to alter prices at any time prior todeparture and without prior notice if circumstances so warrant. Any devaluation or revaluation ofcurrencies may affect published prices.

BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS FOR ALL PAYMENTS:Bank: Bank of Ireland, College Green, Dublin 2Account Name: CIE Tours European AccountAccount Number : 10054168Bank Sort Code: 90-00-17Swift Address: BOFIIE2DIBAN: IE69 BOFI 900017 10054168

DISCOVER THE CIE TOURS

Your holiday €400+ ADVANTAGE

money will go a lot further!

Did you know that most tour operators sell optional extras to clientswhile on tour? That policy can cost couples over €400 for optionssuch as medieval banquets, dinner/shows, walking tours and more.

These features are included on all CIE Tours escorted holidays toIreland and Britain so your clients can enjoy them without daily salespitches and additional costs.

OTHER STRENGTHS OF CIE TOURS INTERNATIONAL:

• Largest selection of quality tours to Ireland & Britain

• Guaranteed tour departures

• 82 years of travel excellence

• Incentives to loyal re-sellers

IRELAND & BRITAIN

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CONTACT DETAILS

CIE Tours International

35 Lower Abbey Street

Dublin 1

Ireland

SalesTelephone: +353 1 703 4154Fax: +353 1 874 5564Email: [email protected]

ReservationsTelephone: +353 1 703 1888Fax: +353 1 874 5564E-mail: [email protected]

Welcome to CIE Tours International

Dear Colleague

Welcome back to CIE Tours International for 2014, and if it is your first time with us, a hearty Irish

“fáilte”. You have taken the first step in ensuring that your clients have an operator in Ireland and the UK who you can trust.The CIE Tours tariff for overseas tour operators 2014 is founded upon our now famous tradition of offering the highest quality of scheduled coach tours of Ireland and the UK. As a destination, Ireland and the UK offers more than ever before for both mind and body, whether your client just wants to relax or if a more active holiday is required.CIE Tours International is delighted to be your source for all of your client’s touring requirements. With a desk in the arrivals halls of Dublin Airport , you can be assured of a convenient point of contact for your customer.

Willkommen Bei CIE Tours International

Liebe Kollegin, lieber Kollege,

Willkommen zurück bei CIE Tours International im Jahr 2014. Wenn Sie unser Programm zum ersten mal in den Händen halten, wünschen wir ein herzliches Irisches „fáilte”.Sie haben den ersten Schritt unternommen, um durch einen Reiseveranstalter in Irland vertreten zu sein, dem Sie vetrauen können.Der CIE Tours Tarif für Reiseveranstalter 2014 wurde begründet auf unsere mittlerweile bekannte Tradition, die höchste Qualität für geplante Busrundreisen in Irland anzubieten.Als Reiseziel hat Irland mehr für Leib und Seele zu bieten als jemals zuvor. Egal ob Ihre Kunden sich entspannen oder lieber einen aktiven Urlaub verbringen möchten.CIE Tours International ist erfreut, für die Unterkünfte und die Beförderung all Ihrer einzel reisenden Kunden zu sorgen.Wir versichern Ihnen, daß Ihre Kunden mit unseren Flughafenschaltern in den Ankunftshallen der Flughäfen in Shannon und Dublin, günstig gelegene und bequem zu erreichende Ansprech-partner finden.

CIE Tours InternationalTour Operators Tariff 2014

IMPORTANT!

AIRPORT TRANSFERS

Transfers, where included, are

dependent on CIE Tours receiving

transfer details. We CANNOT

guarantee to provide arrival or

departure transfers without these.

Please also advise if transfers are

not required.

DOCUMENTATION

Please supply us with an e-mail

address so that we can send you the

clients’ travel documents. They will

need these, so please forward them

to your clients.

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1 Taste of Ireland 5, 6 or 7 Day Superior & First Class 4

2 Irish Fling 7 Day Superior First Class 6

3 Irish Discovery 7 Day Superior First Class 8

4 Southern Gems 7 Day Superior First Class 10

5 Irish Heritage & Dromoland Castle 7 or 8 Day Deluxe & Superior First Class 12

6 Southern Supreme 8 Day Deluxe & Castle 14

7 Northern Supreme 8 Day Deluxe & Castle 16

8 Mystical Ireland 8 Day Superior First Class 18

9 The Irish Pubs & Folklore Tour 8 or 9 Day First Class 20

10 Irish Spirit 8 or 9 Day First Class 22

11 Irish Adventure 8 or 9 Day Superior & First Class 24

12 Irish Gold 8 or 9 Day Deluxe & Superior First Class 26

13 Northern Welcome 9 Day Superior & First Class Hotels/B&Bs 28

14 Irish Legends 9 or 10 Day Superior & First Class 30

15 Northern Gems 9 or 10 Day Superior First Class 32

16 Irish Explorer 9 or 10 Day Superior First Class 34

17 Leisurely Ireland 10 Day Superior First Class 36

18 Irish Odyssey 12 Day Superior First Class 38

19 Irish Tradition 12 Day Superior First Class 40

20 Emerald Supreme 12 or 13 Day Deluxe & Castle 42

21 Irish Classic 12 or 13 Day Superior First Class 44

22 Jewels of Ireland 14 or 15 Day Superior First Class 46

Tours of Britain & Combination Tours of Ireland & Britain

23 Taste of Scotland 5 or 6 Day Superior First Class 48

24 Scottish Supreme NEW! 6 or 7 Day Deluxe Hotels 50

25 Heart of Wales & England 8 Day Superior & First Class 52

26 English &Scottish Discovery 8 Day Superior First Class 54

27 Celtic Sampler NEW! 8 or 9 Day Superior First Class 56

28 Scottish Dream 8 or 9 Day Superior First Class 58

29 Best of Britain 9 or 10 Day Superior & First Class 60

30 Irish & British Focus 9 Day Deluxe & Superior First Class 62

31 British & Irish Delight 9 Day Deluxe & Superior First Class 64

32 Taste of Scotland & Ireland 10 or 11 Day Superior First Class 66

33 British & Irish Elegance 10 or 11 Day Superior & First Class 68

34 Taste of Wales & Ireland 10 or 12 Day Superior & First Class 70

35 British Heritage 11 Day Superior & First Class 72

36 Scottish & Irish Supreme NEW! 11 or 12 Day Deluxe Hotels 74

37 The Scots Irish Tour 11 Day Superior First Class 76

38 Scottish Isles & Glens 13 or 14 Day Superior & First Class 78

39 Scottish & Irish Dream 13 or 14 Day Superior & First Class 80

40 British & Irish Voyager 14 Day Superior First Class 82

41 British & Irish Grandeur 14 or 15 Day Deluxe & Superior First Class 84

42 The Scots Irish Tour & more 14 or 15 Day Superior & First Class 86

43 Scottish & Irish Gold NEW! 15 or 16 Superior First Class 88

44 Icons of Britain 16 Day Superior First Class 90

German Language Tours of Ireland

45 Irischer Zauber 8 Day First Class & Castle 92

46 Irischer Traum 12 Day Superior & First Class 94

Pre-night Prices 96

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Why choose CIE TOURS INTERNATIONAL?

Security & ReliabilityCIE Tours International has provided over a million travellers with the highest quality holidays to Ireland and Britain during the past 80+ years. As a division of Ireland’s National Transport Company, we have built up an enviable reputation for security and reliability with our satisfied clients and the travel industry.

Inclusive Coach ToursOur coach tours offer all the advantages of a luxury cruise - without the water. Programs encompass airport transfers, daily sightseeing program, full breakfasts, table d’hôte dinners, medieval banquets, cabarets and visits to attractions. Our trained personnel take care of all the details. We urge you to compare the tour features to those of our competitors to understand why we have earned our excellent reputation for quality and value. If you are considering a self drive Holiday, we suggest that you compare coach tour prices as they offer better value for money when overall daily costs are considered.

No Hidden ExtrasCIE Tours does not believe in offering “optional” extras when you are on Holiday. This policy allows your tour director to focus totally on your needs rather than selling optional tours. Check our “Tour Includes” panel for each Holiday to see the exciting features that are included. Note that all of our tours in Scotland feature a Scottish evening with dinner and entertainment, all passengers staying in Edinburgh when the Tattoo is operating in August receive prime reserved seats for this exciting event. And in Ireland our tours include Irish cabaret dinner and show in Dublin and/or Medieval Banquet in Shannon. So check each itinerary to see what is covered. These features could add up to hundreds of Euro if purchased separately.

Guaranteed DeparturesWe offer guaranteed departures on the vast majority of our Tours. These dates are on our website.Go to www.cietours.com for details.

Picking The Ideal TourWe have a great selection of coach tours and self drive programs. Some people enjoy a trip where they don’t have to drive or worry about making hotel reservations. Others prefer to wander at will. Consider combining a couple of coach tours or take a coach tour first and then do some exploring on your own.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us with all your needs for 2014, whether it is to buy onto one of our own fantastic coach tours, or if you need us to provide a handling service for your own branded coach tours. Talk to us and we can provide you with the best solutions.

Why not book a group on

to one of our Tours?

Inclusive tours with no optional extras.

Largest selection of itineraries.

Our strong buying power

gives you better prices.

Our insistence on quality translates

into happy Travellers!

Contact us at:

[email protected]

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★ Airport transfers at start and end of tour

★ Sightseeing by luxury coach

★ Professional driver/guide

★ 4, 5 or 6 nights in hotels listed

★ Full breakfast daily (B) except on day 1

★ 3 dinners (D) including

- Pub dinner and traditional show

- Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet

- 1 table d’ hôte dinner in Killarney

★ 1 lunch (L)

★ Welcome get-together drink

★ Tour of Dublin with a local guide

★ Sheepdog trials on Ring of Kerry

★ Ferry ride across the River Shannon

★ Tea and scones at Connemara Marble Factory (Tours B,D & Z only)

★ Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit and drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery (Tours C & D only)

★ Visits and admissions to Dublin Castle, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Skellig Experience and Cliffs of Moher

★ Headsets for walking tours

★ Deluxe carry-on backpack, ticket wallet, luggage tags & strap

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

SUPERIOR FIRST CLASS HOTELS

Stay at the following (or similar):

Doubletree by Hilton, Dublin (1 night or 2 nights – Tours C & D only)

Killarney Towers Hotel, Killarney(2 nights)

Bunratty Castle Hotel, Bunratty(1 night)

Academy Plaza Hotel, Dublin(1 night – Tours B & D only)

Tour code: TAA14

TASTE OF IRELAND (Tour A)

1 night Dublin, 2 Nights Killarney, 1 night BunrattyTour starts Dublin on dates below and ends in Shannon Mon Jan 20 to Mon Dec 15 Sat Mar 08 to Sat Nov 29 Thur April 10 to Thur Oct 30

Jan–Mar 589 Oct 02–27 670 Mar 29 & 31 660 Oct 30 589 Apr 660 Nov–Dec 589 May–Sept 770

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TASTE OF IRELAND (Tour B)

1 night Dublin, 2 Nights Killarney, 1 night Bunratty, 1 night Dublin.Tour starts Dublin on dates below and ends in Dublin Mon Jan 20 to Mon Dec 15 Sat Mar 08 to Sat Nov 29 Thur April 10 to Thur Oct 30

Jan–Mar 665 Oct 02–27 725 Mar 29 & 31 715 Oct 30 665 Apr 715 Nov–Dec 665 May–Sept 820

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TASTE OF IRELAND (Tour C)

2 nights Dublin, 2 Nights Killarney, 1 night BunrattyTour starts Dublin on dates below and ends in Shannon

Sun Jan 19 to Sun Dec 14 Fri Mar 07 to Sat Nov 28 Wed April 09 to Wed Oct 29

Jan–Mar 695 May–Sept 875 Mar 30 755 Oct 01–29 765 Apr 04–27 755 Oct 31 695 Apr 30 875 Nov–Dec 695

SRS 210

TASTE OF IRELAND (Tour D)

2 nights Dublin, 2 Nights Killarney, 1 night Bunratty, 1 night DublinTour starts Dublin on dates below and ends in Dublin

Sun Jan 19 to Sun Dec 14 Fri Mar 07 to Fri Nov 28 Wed April 09 to Wed Oct 29

Jan–Mar 28 749 May–Sept 945 Mar 30 815 Oct 01–29 825 Apr 04–27 815 Oct 31 749 Apr 30 945 Nov–Dec 749

SRS 245

TASTE OF IRELAND (Tour Z)

1 night Dublin, 2 Nights Killarney, 1 night BunrattyTour starts Dublin on dates below and ends in Dublin airport on the evening of day 5

Mon Jan 20 to Mon Dec 15Sat Mar 08 to Sat Nov 29Thur April 10 to Thur Oct 30

Jan–Mar 24 605 Oct 02–27 685Mar 29 & 31 685 Oct 30 605Apr 685 Nov–Dec 605May - Sept 785

SRS 180

Day 1: Tours C & D Arrive Dublin & City SightseeingTours C & D start at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your fl ight arrives later than noon, transfer

to the hotel at your own expense. In the afternoon use your independent

open-top bus tour voucher with a Guinness or Jameson visit and

tasting – these features are valid for 48 hours.

Day 2: Dublin & Pub Evening

Tours A, B & Z land at Dublin Airport and transfer to your hotel as above. Those on Tours C & D enjoy a free morning in Dublin for further sightseeing with

the included vouchers. At 2:00 pm all participants join a local guide for a tour of ancient and modern Dublin. Drive

through the main streets to see historic buildings such as Trinity College, where

the Book of Kells is housed; the evocative fi gures of the Famine Memorial; and rows

of Georgian houses with gaily-painted doorways. Take a guided tour through parts of Dublin Castle,

which was the seat of power and government for many centuries and today plays a leading role in European Union activities. Return to your

hotel for a get-together with your tour group and a welcome drink. In the evening head to a Dublin Pub for a great dinner of Irish specialties and a lively show with popular Irish songs and intricate step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 3: Blarney Castle & KillarneyDepart Dublin and travel through the midlands of Ireland, which has many mixed farms. Stop for photos of the stately ruins on the Rock of Cashel, rising high above the surrounding plain. Continue your drive south and, just a few miles outside Cork, visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Also visit the Blarney Woollen Mills where you can fi nd quality Irish made goods of all types, conveniently displayed under one roof. Drive through Macroom, built around a fi ne castle, and into County Kerry where the scenery becomes more mountainous. Arrive in Killarney, picturesquely set beside lakes with Ireland’s highest mountains, the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, forming a backdrop. Check in to your hotel and relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 4: Ring of Kerry & Skellig ExperienceToday embark on Ireland’s most popular scenic drive of 100 miles – the Ring of Kerry. This winding route reveals breathtaking sights of the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks as well as coastal views of beaches and cliffs. As you travel along, there will be plenty of stops for photos at the best vantage points. Stop

Taste of IrelandSuperior & First Class Hotels – 5, 6 or 7 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Dublin Pub Dinner / Show

Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet

Dublin Castle

Kiss the Blarney Stone

Ring of Kerry Tour

Cliffs of Moher

Please consider that if your client

takes Tour B rather than Tour Z,

an overnight in Dublin—with

breakfast—at the Academy Hotel,

can cost as little as 360.

at Kells to meet a local farmer, Brendan Ferris, for a taste of farm life with a sheepdog demonstration of herding fl ocks and see different breeds of sheep. Drive through the village of Cahirciveen and cross to Valencia Island by bridge where you’ll visit the Skellig Experience to learn about the nearby rocky islands where early Christian monks lived in austere conditions. Sit down to a casual lunch in a cosy pub. Stop to walk around Sneem, where brightly-painted houses are grouped around a central green. Pause at Moll’s Gap for a view of the Three Lakes of Killarney with the town in the distance. Return to Killarney and enjoy a free evening for independent dining or exploring the many pubs in the town. (B, L)

Day 5: Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty CastleLeave Killarney and drive north to Tarbert for a 20-minute ferry ride across the wide River Shannon Estuary. Your tour continues along the Clare coast to the Cliffs of Moher, a spectacular wall of limestone that reaches to almost 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Drive past Lahinch Golf Course, one of Ireland’s most famous, and through the marketing town of Ennis to Bunratty. Check in to Bunratty Castle Hotel, which is located close to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. In the evening head to Bunratty Castle for a memorable experience in a wonderful setting with good food and entertainment. Take your place in the Great Hall for a medieval-style feast of excellent dishes and plenty of wine. During and after the meal the lords and ladies will serenade you with song and harp music, evocative of the middle Ages. (B, D)

Day 6: Shannon Departure or Dublin Extension via GalwayIf you are on Tours A or C, take a group transfer to arrive at nearby Shannon Airport at either 7:30 am or 10:30 am. If you book an early fl ight from Shannon Airport, you may need to take a taxi at your own expense. If you are on Tours B, D or Z, drive north to Galway city for a panoramic tour and take some time to look around the city before travelling out along the famous Galway Bay to Spiddal where the locals still speak the Irish language. Then drive across the rugged boglands of Connemara to Moycullen to visit the Connemara Marble Factory. See how locally-quarried marble is made into attractive products and enjoy tea and scones. Travel across the country to Dublin and check in to a different hotel. If you are on tour Z transfer to Dublin airport to arrive at circa 18:00 hrs. Please ensure flights are booked with this in mind. We suggest flights are booked for 19:30 hours at the earliest. This evening you are free to spend the fi nal night of your tour exploring the pubs in the lively Temple Bar area or experience one of Dublin’s fi ne restaurants. (B)

Day 7: Depart from Dublin AirportGroup transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon to check in for your fl ight. If you need an earlier transfer, your tour director will arrange one for you. Then you can shop for duty-free goods before boarding your fl ight home. (B)

A NOTE OF EXPLANATIONThis very popular tour offers 5 different possibilities:

Tour A: 1 night in Dublin at start and fi nishing in Shannon – 4 nightsTour B: 1 night in Dublin at start and fi nishing with an overnight in Dublin – 5 nightsTour C: 2 nights in Dublin at start and fi nishing in Shannon – 5 nightsTour D: 2 nights in Dublin at start and fi nishing with an overnight in Dublin – 6 nightsTour Z: 1 night in Dublin at start and fi nishing in Dublin Airport on evening of day 5 – 4 nights

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★ Professional tour director

★ 6 nights in hotels listed


★ 4 dinners (D) including:


- Dublin Pub dinner and traditional show

- 2 table d’ hôte dinners

★ 1 lunch (L)


★ Walking tours of Waterford with local guide

★ Horse-drawn jaunting car ride in Killarney

★ Irish coffee and music session at the Marine Bar in Dungarvan

★ Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit and drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery

★ Visits and admissions to Cliffs of Moher, Foynes Flying Boat Museum, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, House of Waterford Crystal, Dunbrody Famine Ship and Kennedy Homestead






Bunratty Castle Hotel, Bunratty (1 night)

Killarney Plaza Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)

Granville Hotel, Waterford (1 night)

Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin (2 nights)

Mar Fri 14 835

Fri 21 835

Fri 28 885

Apr Fri 04 885

Wed 09 885

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Wed 16 885

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Fri 25 885

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Wed 11 1075

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Wed 18 1075

Fri 20 1075

Wed 25 1075

Fri 27 1075

July Wed 02 1075

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Wed 09 1075

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Wed 16 1075

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Wed 23 1075

Fri 25 1075

Wed 30 1075

Aug Fri 01 1075

Wed 06 1075

Fri 08 1075

Wed 13 1075

Fri 15 1075

Wed 20 1075

Fri 22 1075

Wed 27 1075

Fri 29 1075

Sep Wed 03 1075

Fri 05 1075

Wed 10 1075

Fri 12 1075

Wed 17 1075

Fri 19 1075

Wed 24 1075

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Oct Wed 01 905

Fri 03 905

Wed 08 905

Fri 10 905

Wed 15 905

Fri 17 905

Wed 22 905

Fri 24 905

Wed 29 835

Fri 31 835

Nov Fri 07 835

Fri 14 835

Fri 21 835

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Tour code: CLA14. All prices in Euro.

Irish FlingSuperior First Class Hotels – 7 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights


Pub Dinner / Show in Dublin

Giant’s Causeway

Derry & Waterford Walks

Jaunting Car Ride

Day 1: Shannon & Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet

Your tour starts at Shannon Airport with a group transfer to your

nearby hotel, available between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon.

If your fl ight arrives later than 12:00 noon, transfer to the hotel at your own

expense. At 2:00 pm take a drive to the coast to view

the Cliffs of Moher, an awesome wall of rock that plunges into the Atlantic Ocean. Return to your hotel where you’ll have free time

to take a stroll through the Bunratty Folk Park or visit the 200-year-old

Durty Nelly’s Pub. Join your tour director for a welcome drink before heading to 15th century Bunratty Castle for a

jolly medieval-style dinner where the Lords and Ladies serenade you with

favourite songs. (D)

Day 2: Flying Boat Museum & Dingle Peninsula Drive 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)

Day 3: 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 fl owers 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 4: Blarney Castle & Traditional MusicTravel to Blarney Castle to climb to the top and kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence” and shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills. Drive to Dungarvan

Day 6: Explore Dublin CityToday you are free to tour Dublin as you wish. Use your independent open-top city bus tour voucher, which is valid for a 48-hour period. You may stay on the bus for the entire loop of the city’s places of interest or get off at 23 stops near major attractions. We also include admission to either Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery to see stout or whiskey production techniques and enjoy a drink of the fi nished product. (B)

Day 7: Tour Ends Dublin AirportUse your taxi transfer to arrive in Dublin Airport in ample time to check in for your fl ight. (B)

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 5: Waterford & Dublin Pub ShowVisit 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 a Dublin Pub for dinner with traditional Irish songs and intricate step-dancing. (B, D)

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- Old Jameson Distillery “Shindig” Night

- Kate Kearney’s Cottage Irish night

- 3 table d’ hote dinners


★ Tours of Dublin

★ Dublin open-top bus tour with Guinness of Jameson visit


★ Tea and scones at Rathbaun Farm

★ Visits and admissions to Book of Kells at Trinity College, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Dingle Brewing Company, Foynes Flying Boat Museum, Cliffs of Moher and Clonmacnoise Monastic Site






Croke Park Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)

Brehon Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)

Meyrick Hotel, Galway (1 night)

Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel, Killiney, Dublin (1 night)

Apr Fri 18 999

Fri 25 999

May Fri 02 1075

Fri 09 1075

Fri 16 1075

Fri 23 1075

Fri 30 1075

Jun Fri 06 1075

Fri 13 1075

Fri 20 1075

Fri 27 1075

July Fri 04 1090

Fri 11 1090

Fri 18 1090

Fri 25 1090

Aug Fri 01 1090

Fri 08 1090

Fri 15 1090

Fri 22 1090

Fri 29 1075

Sep Fri 05 1075

Fri 12 1075

Fri 19 1075

Fri 26 1075

Oct Fri 03 999

Fri 10 999

Fri 17 999

Fri 24 999

Fri 31 999

SRS 260

Tour starts in Dublin Departure Dates and Price p/p sharing

Tour code: VOA14. All prices in Euro.

Irish DiscoverySuperior First Class Hotels – 7 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Dingle Peninsula

Blarney Castle

Killarney’s Jaunting Cars

Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel

Day 1: Arrival at Dublin AirportLand at Dublin airport between 07:am and 12:00 noon and take

a group transfer to your hotel. If you arrive after 12:00 noon you will

have to take a transfer at your own expense. The afternoon is free for

you to explore Dublin and use your voucher for a hop on, hop off bus tour with a visit to either

Guinness or Jameson distillery. In the evening join your tour director for a

welcome drink in your hotel.

Day 2: Dublin Tour & Irish “Shindig” Night

This morning tour Dublin to see Georgian squares with elegant row houses, public buildings, public

parks and lively shopping streets. Enter Trinity College to view the 8th century illuminated

gospel manuscript of the Book of Kells. The afternoon is at leisure for further sightseeing and shopping. Head to the Old Jameson Distillery for a guided tour, followed by “Shindig,” dinner with a traditional Irish show. (B, D)

Day 3: Blarney Castle & KillarneyTravel south through farming country and stop to view the Rock of Cashel, which rises high above the surrounding plain. Just a few miles outside Cork, visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Also visit the Blarney Woollen Mills before driving through Macroom and into County Kerry, where the scenery becomes more mountainous. Check in to your hotel in Killarney and relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 4: Dingle Peninsula & BreweryTake a jaunting car ride to majestic Ross Castle on the shores of Lough Leane. Then discover the scenic Dingle Peninsula, made famous by two

movies – “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Far & Away.” Drive to Slea Head at the western tip of the peninsula for spectacular views. Stop in the town of Dingle to visit the Dingle Brewing Company and sample the local brew. Dine at Kate Kearney’s Cottage and watch lively music, song and dance. (B, D)

Day 5: Flying Boat Museum & Cliffs of MoherTravel to the River Shannon Estuary to visit Foynes Flying Boat Museum. Learn about the early days of fl ight as this was the landing place for Pan Am Clippers. Stop in Bunratty for a look around Durty Nelly’s Pub or the Bunratty Folk Park. View the Cliffs of Moher, an impressive wall of rock that rises 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean and take a panoramic tour around Galway before checking in to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 6: 6th Century Clonmacnoise & Fitzpatrick Castle StayStop at Rathbaun Farm for tea and scones and see traditional farming methods and animals. Visit Clonmacnoise, a monastic settlement founded in 545 AD by St. Ciaran, to see round towers, elaborate Celtic crosses and church ruins. Continue to your elegant castle hotel, located on the south side of Dublin. Enjoy a special farewell dinner with your fellow travellers in your hotel. (B, D)

Day 7: Tour Ends Dublin AirportGroup transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon, in good time to check in for your fl ight home. (B)

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- Knappogue Castle Medieval Banquet

- Wm Cairnes Gastropub farewell dinner


★ 1 lunch (L)


★ Tour of Dublin

★ Visits and admissions to Dublin Castle, Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens, House of Waterford Crystal, Muckross House & Gardens, Foynes Flying Boat Museum and Cliffs of Moher.






Davenport Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)

Acton’s Hotel, Kinsale (1 night)

Benners Hotel, Dingle (2 nights)

Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis (1 night)

Mar Fri 07 940

Fri 14 940

Fri 21 940

Fri 28 950

Apr Fri 04 950

Sun 06 950

Fri 11 950

Sun 13 950

Fri 18 950

Sun 20 950

Fri 25 950

Sun 27 950

May Fri 02 1125

Sun 04 1125

Fri 09 1125

Sun 11 1125

Fri 16 1125

Sun 18 1125

Fri 23 1125

Sun 25 1125

Fri 30 1125

Jun Sun 01 1125

Fri 06 1125

Sun 08 1125

Fri 13 1125

Sun 15 1125

Fri 20 1125

Sun 22 1125

Fri 27 1125

Sun 29 1160

Jul Fri 04 1160

Sun 06 1160

Fri 11 1160

Sun 13 1160

Fri 18 1160

Sun 20 1160

Fri 25 1160

Sun 27 1160

Aug Fri 01 1160

Sun 03 1160

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Aug Fri 15 1160

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Sun 24 1160

Fri 29 1160

Sun 31 1125

Sep Fri 05 1125

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Fri 12 1125

Sun 14 1125

Fri 19 1125

Sun 21 1125

Fri 26 1125

Sun 28 1125

Oct Fri 03 975

Sun 05 975

Fri 10 975

Sun 12 975

Fri 17 975

Sun 19 975

Fri 24 975

SRS 260

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Southern GemsSuperior First Class Hotels – 7 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Knappogue Castle

Medieval Banquet


2-Night Dingle Stay

Overnights in Historic Kinsale

Day 1: Dublin Castle & City TourStart your tour at Dublin Airport

with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your fl ight arrives later, transfer to the hotel at

your own expense. At 2:00 pm tour Dublin to see elegant Georgian

squares, Trinity College, St. Stephen’s Green, the Famine Memorial and O’Connell Street. Take a guided tour through parts of Dublin Castle, which was the seat of power and government for many centuries. Back at your hotel

enjoy a welcome drink.

Day 2: National Stud & Dublin Pub Dinner

In Kildare visit the Irish National Stud to see many lovely horses and learn about breeding

and racing. Also walk through the charming Japanese Gardens, laid out over 100 years ago to represent life from the cradle to the grave. Return to Dublin where the afternoon is free

for an independent open-top bus tour with a visit

to Guinness or Jameson. Head to a Dublin Pub for dinner with traditional music, songs and step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 3: Waterford Crystal & Kinsale WalkTravel south to the ancient port of Waterford. At the House of Waterford Crystal watch skilled craftspeople blow and cut crystal to create elegant tableware and special trophies. Drive through Cork to Kinsale, a delightful old fi shing town, which is now renowned for sailing and gourmet food. Join a local guide for a short walk around Kinsale’s historic streets. (B, D)

Day 4: Jaunting Car & KillarneyDrive via Macroom to Kenmare and along part of the Ring of Kerry for splendid views. Tour stately 19th century Muckross House and travel through the peaceful Killarney National Park into Killarney by jaunting car. Continue your journey along the Dingle Peninsula, enjoying views of heathery mountains, sandy beaches and rocky headlands. Check in to your hotel in Dingle, a lively and attractive town. (B, D)

Day 5: Dingle Peninsula Tour & South Pole InnDiscover the glorious Dingle Peninsula with heathery mountains and sandy beaches. Drive to Slea Head at the westernmost tip of the peninsula before returning to the town of Dingle for a pub lunch. Drive to the nearby South Pole Inn for an Irish coffee and learn about the Antarctic explorer, Tom Crean. The evening is free. (B, L)

Day 6: Cliffs of Moher & BanquetVisit the Foynes Flying Boat Museum, which recalls

early days of fl ying during the 1930’s and early 1940’s. Travel to Bunratty to your hotel near Durty Nelly’s and Bunratty Folk Park. At 2:30 pm depart for the Cliffs of Moher, a dramatic wall of rock that plunges to the Atlantic Ocean. Drive a few miles to 15th century Knappogue Castle for a medieval-style banquet with entertainment. (B, D)

Day 7: Home from ShannonComplimentary group transfers are provided to Shannon airport to arrive at 06:00am , 09:00am or 12:00 Noon (B).

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★ 6 or 7 nights in hotels listed


★ 5 or 6 dinners (D) including


- Killeen House Restaurant in Killarney


- Farewell dinner at Dromoland Castle (8-day tour only)




★ Foynes Flying Boat Museum and an Irish coffee


★ Walking tour of Waterford

★ Tour of Dublin with your tour director


★ Visits and admissions to King John’s Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Skellig Experience, Muckross House & Gardens, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Cobh Heritage Centre, House of Waterford Crystal, Russborough House, Glasnevin Museum and Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens (8-day tour only)






Strand Hotel, Limerick (1 night)




Dromoland Castle Hotel, Newmarket-on-Fergus (1 night – 8-day tour only)


7 day 8 day

Mar Mon 03 975 1215

Mon 10 975 1215

Mon 17 975 1215

Mon 24 975 1215

Mon 31 1025 1275

Apr Mon 07 1025 1275

Mon 14 1025 1275

Mon 21 1025 1275

Mon 28 1025 1275

May Mon 05 1150 1450

Mon 12 1150 1450

Mon 19 1150 1450

Mon 26 1150 1450

Jun Mon 02 1150 1550

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Jun Mon 09 1150 1550

Mon 16 1150 1550

Mon 23 1150 1550

Mon 30 1175 1550

Jul Mon 07 1175 1550

Mon 14 1175 1550

Mon 21 1175 1550

Mon 28 1175 1550

Aug Mon 04 1175 1550

Mon 11 1175 1550

Mon 18 1175 1550

Mon 25 1175 1550

Sep Mon 01 1175 1550

Mon 08 1175 1550

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Mon 22 1175 1550

Mon 29 1025 1300

Oct Mon 06 1025 1300

Mon 13 1025 1300

Mon 20 1025 1300

Mon 27 1025 1300

Nov Mon 03 975 1215

Mon 10 975 1215

Mon 17 975 1215

Mon 24 975 1215

Dec Mon 01 975 1215

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Irish Heritage& Dromoland Castle

Deluxe & Superior First Class Hotels – 7 or 8 Day Coach Tour

Day 1: Shannon & Bunratty Medieval BanquetStart your tour at Shannon Airport with a group transfer to your hotel in nearby Limerick, available

between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your fl ight arrives later than 12:00

noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00

pm depart your hotel for a short drive around Limerick and visit the huge King John’s Castle, built in the 13th

century on the banks of the River Shannon to defend

the area. Join your tour director for a welcome drink before heading to the 15th century Bunratty Castle for a medieval-style dinner and entertainment. (D)

Day 2: Cliffs of Moher & Irish Coffee

Drive west through Ennis to see the Cliffs of Moher, which rise

almost 700 feet above the pounding Atlantic surf. Then cross the wide

River Shannon Estuary by ferry to Tarbert and travel along the river shore to Foynes. Visit the Flying Boat Museum, which recalls

the early days of air travel, during the 1930’s and early 1940’s. Irish coffee was

fi rst created here and you will learn how to make a perfect one and then drink it. Drive to the world famous town of Killarney and take a traditional jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park to view some of the wonderful scenery. Check in to your hotel and enjoy free time before dinner. (B, D)

Day 3: Ring of Kerry Tour & Killeen House RestaurantEmbark on Ireland’s most popular scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry, for great views of mountains, open Atlantic Ocean, beaches and cliffs. Enjoy plenty of breaks to admire the natural beauty and take photos. Cross to Valencia Island by bridge to visit the Skellig Experience and learn about early Christian monks who lived on the isolated, rocky islands and about the prolifi c bird life today. Pass through Waterville and the attractive village of Sneem and stop at Moll’s Gap for great mountain vistas. Tour 19th century Muckross House to admire elegant antiques while the guide relates the history of the mansion and stroll through the lovely gardens before returning to Killarney. In the evening head to the award winning Killeen House Restaurant for a warm welcome and a superb dinner. (B, D)

Day 4: Blarney Castle & Cobh Heritage CentreDepart Killarney and travel through Macroom to visit the famous Blarney Castle where you may climb to the top to kiss the fabled “Stone of Eloquence.” Browse through the Blarney Woollen Mills for quality Irish-made goods. Bypass Cork

Tour Highlights

Bunratty Castle Banquet

Gourmet Killeen House Restaurant

Cliffs of Moher

Pub Dinner / Show

Irish National Stud

& Japanese Gardens

Stay at 5★ Dromoland Castle

Hotel on 8-Day Tour

city as you drive to the port town of Cobh. Visit the Cobh Heritage Centre, which traces the history of emigration from Ireland to new worlds. Learn about travel conditions for the many Irish emigrants on early sailing ships and steam vessels. Follow the coastal route via the town of Youghal to Waterford and check in to your hotel. In the evening take a gentle walk with a local historian who will reveal Waterford’s Viking and medieval past. (B, D)

Day 5: Waterford Crystal & Russborough HouseThis morning tour the House of Waterford Crystal to learn about glass blowing and cutting and see one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Leave Waterford and head north through the delightful scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the way to Blessington. Take a guided tour around the stately Russborough House, a Palladian mansion fi lled with interesting treasures as well as noted works of art and early photographic collections. Continue to your next hotel, an elegant Victorian mansion, which overlooks Dublin Bay and Dun Laoghaire Harbour. Dine on Irish specialties at a Dublin Pub, followed by a lively show of traditional Irish songs and intricate step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 6: Dublin Sightseeing Tour & Glasnevin MuseumRelax on a half-day guided tour of Dublin, originally founded by Vikings over 1,000 years ago. See elegant Georgian townhouses and brightly-painted doors and cross the River Liffey to view the wide

thoroughfare of O’Connell Street with the General Post Offi ce. Pause to view the gaunt fi gures at the Famine Memorial before visiting Glasnevin Museum, Ireland’s national necropolis, which is a who’s who of modern Irish history as the fi nal resting place of Daniel O’Connell, Michael Collins, Charles Stewart Parnell, Brendan Behan and other prominent people. The afternoon is free so that you may use your independent open-top bus tour voucher with a visit to Guinness or Jameson. Dine on your own this evening. (B)

Day 7: Return Home or Dromoland Castle HotelPassengers on our 7-day tour will take a group transfer to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon. Those on the 8-day tour will leave Dublin and drive to the Irish National Stud to see some of Ireland’s fi nest horses and learn about breeding techniques. Also take a walk around the Japanese Gardens. Drive across Ireland to the imposing and deluxe Dromoland Castle Hotel. Relax in the elegant surroundings of this wonderful fairytale resort. Then savour a delicious farewell dinner in the oak-panelled dining room – a fi tting way to spend the last evening of your Irish tour. (B, D)

Day 8: Tour Ends Shannon AirportTransfer to nearby Shannon Airport where your tour concludes at either 7:30 am or 10:30 am to allow time to check in for your fl ight home. (B)

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- O’Connell’s Restaurant with live music in Dublin


- Eddie’s Pub dinner and entertainment


★ Lunch (L) at Bungalow Farmhouse B & B




★ Ferry rides across the River Shannon and Lough Corrib

★ Killary Fjord catamaran cruise with an Irish coffee

★ “The Quiet Man” walking tour of Cong


★ Visits and admissions to Russborough House, Book of Kells at Trinity College, National Stud & Japanese Gardens, Skellig Experience, Cliffs of Moher, Cnoc Suain and Kylemore Abbey






Westbury Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)

Killarney Park Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)

Dromoland Castle Hotel, Newmarket-on-Fergus (1 night)

Ashford Castle Hotel, Cong (2 nights)

Apr Fri 11 2300

Fri 25 2300

May Fri 09 2520

Fri 23 2520

Jun Fri 13 2725

Fri 27 2725

Jul Fri 04 2725

Fri 18 2725

Aug Fri 01 2725

Fri 15 2725

Fri 29 2725

Sep Fri 05 2725

Sep Fri 19 2725

Fri 26 2725

Oct Fri 03 2450

Fri 17 2450

Fri 24 2450

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Southern SupremeDeluxe & Castle Hotels – 8 Day Coach Tour

Exclusive Luxury Travel with persons

Tour Highlights

Ireland’s Best Deluxe

& Castle Hotels

Prize-Winning Dromoland

& Ashford Castles

Ring of Kerry Tour

Cliffs of Moher

Special Dining Experiences

Day 1: Dublin & Russborough HouseYour tour starts at Dublin Airport with a transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your fl ight arrives later, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm take a short ride through the Wicklow Mountains for a guided tour around stately Russborough House, a Palladian mansion fi lled with interesting treasures as well as noted works of art and early photographic collections. In the evening discuss your itinerary with your tour director and your fellow travellers over a welcome drink and you are free to dine independently.

Day 2: Dublin Tour & Book of Kells

This morning see central Dublin’s public buildings, tranquil parks

and bustling shopping streets. Drive past Leinster House, the seat of government, and St.

Stephen’s Green. Cross the River Liffey and see the wide O’Connell

Street with many monuments and pause at the Famine Memorial. Walk through Trinity College to see stately buildings and visit the Old Library where the priceless 8th century manuscript of the Book of Kells is housed. In the afternoon you may take an

independent open-top bus tour and visit Guinness or Jameson. In the evening

head out to O’Connell’s Restaurant for an elegant dinner with live music. (B, D)

Day 3: National Stud & Farmhouse LunchTravel to Kildare to visit the Irish National Stud to learn about the valuable horse breeding industry and walk through the charming

Japanese Gardens, which represent the “Life of Man” from cradle to grave. Enjoy a home-style lunch at a farmhouse and chat about country living with the owners. Drive south past the gentle slopes of the Galtee Mountains, through the town of Mallow and on to Killarney, famous for its scenic location. Check in to your hotel and enjoy a superb dinner in the fi ne restaurant. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Ring of Kerry & Killeen House RestaurantStart your day with a jaunting car ride to Ross Castle, set on one of Killarney’s lakes. Then travel around the Ring of Kerry drive where every bend in 100 miles of road reveals breathtaking views of mountains and the Atlantic Ocean. At the tip of the peninsula visit the Skellig Experience, which shows the austere conditions of early Christian monastic life on the nearby rocky islands. Today the islands provide sanctuary for sea birds. Return through the attractive village of Sneem and pause at Moll’s Gap for panoramic views of Killarney. In the evening enjoy a warm welcome and delicious cuisine at award-winning Killeen House Restaurant. (B, D)

Day 5: Cliffs of Moher & Dromoland CastleTake a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary to visit the Cliffs of Moher, majestic walls of rock, which extend fi ve miles along the coast. You may walk to O’Brien’s Tower at the highest point for a view of the Aran Islands in Galway Bay. Journey through part of the Burren to the lovely Dromoland Castle Hotel. Relax in the wonderful setting or take a short drive to Bunratty Village for an opportunity to visit Bunratty Castle and Folk Park or the 200-year-old pub of Durty Nelly’s. In the evening experience gourmet dining in the hotel’s elegant dining room. (B, D)

Day 6: Gaelic Ireland & Ashford CastleTake a panoramic tour around Galway and then drive to Spiddal to visit Cnoc Suain, a restored 17th century hill-village set in a beautiful landscape where you will be immersed in local Irish culture. Take a short cruise on Lough Corrib to approach Ashford Castle from the water so you can take photos of the incredible views. Unwind in luxurious surroundings and experience superb cuisine in Ashford’s lovely restaurant. (B, D)

Day 7: Connemara & “The Quiet Man” WalkTravel through Connemara to Leenane and embark on a catamaran cruise around Killary Harbour, Ireland’s only fjord. As you sip an Irish coffee, see

remains of houses and potato patches abandoned during the 1840’s Famine as well as stunning scenery. Stop at Kylemore Abbey Visitor Centre for photos of the abbey’s tranquil lakeside setting. Take a walking tour around Cong to see movie locations of the 1952 production of “The Quiet Man.” In the evening drive to the nearby village of Clonbur for an informal dinner with local entertainment at Eddie’s Pub. (B, D)

Day 8: Tour Ends Shannon AirportBid farewell to Ashford Castle and take a group transfer to Shannon Airport where your tour concludes at 10:30 am. The drive from Ashford to Shannon takes two hours and, if you need an earlier transfer, that can be arranged. (B)

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- Typical Dublin Pub Evening


★ W. B. Yeats’ themed lunch (L) and tour of Sligo with a local guide




★ Slieve League sea cliffs followed by home-baked scones with coffee or tea

★ Walking tour of Derry

★ Tour of Belfast with a local guide


★ Visits and admissions to Kylemore Abbey, Museum of Country Life, W. B. Yeats’ Grave, Triona Design, Giant’s Causeway and Titanic Belfast







Harvey’s Point Hotel, Donegal (2 nights)

Merchant Hotel, Belfast (1 night)

Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)

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Wed 30 2175

May Wed 14 2175

Wed 28 2325

Jun Wed 18 2325

Jul Wed 02 2325

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Wed 23 2325

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Day 7: Dublin City Tour & Guinness VisitThe entire day is at leisure so you may schedule sightseeing as you wish. Use your open-top bus tour voucher to explore Dublin – you may get on and off at any of the 23 stops along the route, which include Dublin’s most popular attractions. Take a tour around either Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery to see stout or whiskey production techniques and enjoy a drink of the fi nished product. (B)

Day 8: Tour Ends Dublin AirportTake a taxi transfer to Dublin Airport in good time for your fl ight home. (B)

Day 6: Titanic Belfast & Dublin’s Shelbourne HotelA local guide will show you the highlights of Belfast, including Victorian buildings, the imposing City Hall 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. Drive past the gentle slopes of the Mourne Mountains to Dublin and check in to your landmark hotel on St. Stephen’s Green. Enjoy a farewell dinner at a typical Dublin Pub followed by a lively show of traditional Irish songs and a display of step-dancing. (B, D)

Tour Highlights

Ashford Castle Hotel Stay

Dublin Pub Restaurant & Show

Yeats’ Tour of Sligo

Slieve League Sea Cliffs

Giant’s Causeway

Titanic Belfast

Day 1: Shannon Airport Arrival & Ashford Castle HotelYour tour starts at Shannon Airport with a transfer to the famous Ashford Castle Hotel, located just outside the village of Cong. It’s a two-hour drive so when you arrive at the hotel, settle in and enjoy the lakeside location and amenities of this wonderful hotel. You may like to take a walk through the woods or use the relaxing health facilities. Enjoy a welcome drink before dining in Ashford’s lovely restaurant and afterwards listen to music in the Dungeon Bar. (D)

Day 2: Connemara & “The Quiet Man” Walk

Travel through Connemara to Leenane and embark on a catamaran cruise around Killary Harbour, Ireland’s only

fjord. As you sip an Irish coffee, see remains of houses and potato patches

abandoned during the 1840’s Famine as well as stunning scenery of rugged mountains not

accessible by road. Stop at Kylemore Abbey Visitor Centre for photos of the abbey’s tranquil lakeside setting. Take a walking tour around Cong to see movie locations of the

1952 production of “The Quiet Man.” In the evening drive to Clonbur for an informal dinner

with local entertainment at Eddie’s Pub. (B, D)

Day 3: Country Life & Yeats’ Country TourVisit the Museum of Country Life to view exhibits of domestic goods and farm implements in daily use during the 19th and early 20th centuries when farming was the way of life for most people. Continue to County Sligo to Broc House for lunch and a talk on the writer W. B. Yeats who spent

much of his time in Sligo and loved the scenery. After lunch take a drive with a local expert to see places associated with Yeats – Lough Gill, Glencar Waterfall and his grave at Drumcliffe. A short drive will take you to Harvey’s Point Hotel, set in glorious scenery a few miles outside Donegal town. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Slieve League Cliffs & DonegalCounty Donegal is renowned for its rugged scenery, sheep and Donegal tweed and today you will experience the best that this remote county offers to visitors. Drive to the fi shing port of Killybegs and on to Teelin to view Slieve League sea cliffs, the highest in Europe, reaching 1,972 feet. The cliffs drop straight down to the wild Atlantic waves creating breathtaking views. Enjoy coffee or tea with home-baked scones before driving through the majestic Glengesh Pass to Ardara. Visit Triona Design to see demonstrations of spinning, weaving and knitting. (B, D)

Day 5: Derry Walk & Giant’s CausewayTake a walking tour around Derry’s medieval walls, which completely encircle the old city. Learn about the history of the city as you pass the Diamond and St. Columb’s Cathedral. Pause for photos at the ruins of Dunluce Castle before visiting the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. Experience wonderful views of mountains, valleys and bays along the “Nine Glens of Antrim” as you head towards Belfast. Check in to your elegant Victorian hotel, built as the headquarters of the Ulster Bank with many architectural details. Experience fi ne dining in the Great Room Restaurant, once the main Banking Hall. (B, D)

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★ Walking tour of Derry with a local guide

★ Day tour to Achill Island

★ 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 and Cliffs of Moher






Conrad Hotel, Dublin (1 night)

Hilton Hotel, Belfast (2 nights)

City Hotel, Derry (1 night)

Hotel Westport, Westport (2 nights)



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Sat 22 950

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Sat 26 1010

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Tour code: CLA14. All prices in Euro.

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Tour Highlights


Titanic Belfast

Giant’s Causeway

Achill Island Scenery

Walk Historic Derry’s Walls

2-Night Stays in

Westport & Belfast

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 fl ight arrives later, you will need to 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 parts of Dublin Castle, which was the seat of power and government for many centuries and today plays a leading role in European Union activities. In the evening meet your tour director over a welcome

drink to discuss your trip and he will help you choose a restaurant to dine

independently.

Day 2: St. Patrick’s Grave & Ulster Folk Park

Drive north to visit Down Cathedral to see St. Patrick’s reputed burial site, marked

by a huge boulder. In the nearby St. Patrick

Centre learn about his life and missionary work during

the 5th century and about the many myths and stories

that surround him. On the outskirts of Belfast visit the Ulster Folk Park.

This attraction is divided in two parts – town and country life. See row

houses, churches, a bank, police station and doctor’s offi ce and businesses that

fl ourished in 19th century towns. Also see farmhouses and cottages with gardens and many displays of traditional crafts and industries. Drive to your hotel in central Belfast and relax before dinner (B, D)

Day 3: Titanic Belfast & Mount Stewart HouseThis morning take a panoramic tour around central Belfast to see the many ornate 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 take a short drive to tour the elegant Mount Stewart House. It contains a wealth of treasures, pictures and furnishings and you will see the lifestyle of the former owners. Also take a walk through the lovely gardens. The evening is free so you can select where to dine. (B)

Day 4: Giant’s Causeway & DerryDrive north along the “Nine Glens of Antrim,” a scenic route with lovely views of mountains, valleys and coastline. Stop at the Giant’s Causeway, hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. The enormous rocks have spawned legends about the mythical giant, Finn McCool. Continue to Derry and join a local guide for a short walk around the compact old city and surrounding medieval walls. Learn about the long history of the city as well as 20th century events. Enjoy some free time for a look around on your own. (B, D)

Day 5: Donegal & Yeats’ GraveTravel through the rugged countryside of Donegal, with its lovely scenery of heathery hills and deep valleys. This region is diffi cult for farming but is renowned for 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 follow the coastline of Donegal Bay. Pause at W. B. Yeats’ Grave near the distinctively-shaped mountain of

Benbulben in County Sligo, a region that he loved. Drive to Westport and enjoy free time before dinner. (B, D)

Day 6: Westport House & Achill IslandVisit the stately Westport House, designed by Richard Cassels in 1731. The mansion overlooks Clew Bay and contains a wealth of interesting portraits, furniture, silver and porcelain. Travel around Clew Bay, which is reputed to have 365 islands, to access Achill Island by a bridge. Follow the Atlantic Drive to capture wonderful views of steeply-sloped mountains plunging into the shimmering Atlantic Ocean. Near Slievemore see the Deserted Village, the remains of nearly 100 stone cottages abandoned around the time of the 1840’s Famine. Also see stretches of windswept bogland and golden beaches. (B, D)

Day 7: Cliffs Of Moher & Bunratty Medieval BanquetTravel through Maam Cross in the heart of Connemara and visit the Connemara Marble Factory. Stop for a look around Galway on your own and drive through the Burren to view the huge boulders of the Poulnabrone Dolmen. Walk along the majestic Cliffs of Moher, a rocky wall that rises nearly 700 feet above the foaming Atlantic Ocean. At Bunratty check in to your hotel, right beside Bunratty Castle, the Bunratty Folk Park and Durty Nelly’s Pub. In the evening head to 15th century Bunratty Castle for a jolly medieval-style dinner where the lords and ladies serenade you. (B, D)

Day 8: Tour Ends Shannon AirportTake a group transfer to nearby Shannon Airport where your tour concludes at 10:30 am. Allow ample time for check-in formalities for your fl ights home. (B)

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- Kate Kearney’s Cottage Irish Night

- Food, Folk and Fairies dinner/show at the Brazen Head Pub


★ 2 lunches (L)



★ Tour and a pint at the Guinness Storehouse

★ Farmhouse visit for tea and scones

★ Walking tour of Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile



★ Tour and an Irish coffee at Kilbeggan Distillery Experience

★ Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit and drink at Old Jameson Distillery (9-day tour only)

★ Visits and admissions to House of Waterford Crystal, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Dingle Brewing Company, Cliffs of Moher and Westport House






Doubletree by Hilton, Dublin (1 night)

Ormonde Hotel, Kilkenny (1 night)

International Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)

Wyatt Hotel, Westport (2 nights)

Ashling Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2 nights)


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Sat 22 899 999

Mar Sat 01 899 999

Sat 08 899 999

Sat 15 899 999

Sat 22 899 999

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Apr Wed 02 975 1095

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Wed 09 975 1095

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Sat 19 975 1095

Wed 23 975 1095

Sat 26 975 1095

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Tour code: PUA14. All prices in Euro.

Irish Pubs and Folklore

Superior & First Class Hotels – 8 or 9 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Discover Ireland’s

Legends & Folklore

Brazen Head Pub Dinner

Achill Island

Guinness Storehouse

Kate Kearney’s Irish Night

Dingle Brewing Company

Day 1: Dublin Tour & Guinness StorehouseYour tour starts at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. Passengers arriving later will transfer to the hotel at their own expense. At 2:00 pm tour Dublin with a local guide to see elegant Georgian squares with the famous brightly-painted doors and the peaceful St. Stephen’s Green. Cross the River

Liffey to O’Connell Street and view the General Post Offi ce where the

1916 Uprising started and pause to view the solemn fi gures of

the Famine Memorial. Visit the Guinness Storehouse to explore the many exhibitions, ending in the

rooftop bar with a creamy pint of stout. Back at your

hotel discuss your itinerary over a welcome drink and you are free

for dinner.

Day 2: Farmhouse Visit & Medieval

KilkennyDepart Dublin and stop at a

working beef, sheep and horse farm to meet the owners. Sample

tea and home-baked scones and learn about country living in Ireland.

Arrive in Kilkenny and check in to your centrally-located hotel. Take a walking

tour through the heart of this medieval city to view merchants’ houses, historic pubs

and much more along Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile. Enjoy free time to browse around

the compact little city before dinner – Kilkenny is a fun place to explore. (B, D)

Day 3: Waterford Crystal & Blarney CastleDrive south to the ancient port of Waterford to visit the House of Waterford Crystal. See how skilled craftspeople transform molten glass into elegant tableware and magnifi cent trophies of all types. Drive along the south coast to visit Blarney Castle and climb to the ramparts to kiss the “Stone of Eloquence.” Enjoy some time for shopping at the Blarney Woollen Mills or take a break in the pub hidden between the shops! Travel through County Cork and on to Killarney and check in to your hotel. In the evening explore some of the lively pubs where traditional Irish music is played. (B, D)

Day 4: Dingle Peninsula & Pub DinnerToday discover more gems of the glorious Dingle Peninsula, made famous by two movies, “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Far & Away”, which showed a lot of the wonderful scenery. Drive to Slea Head at the westernmost tip for awesome views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Blasket Islands, which were inhabited until 1953. Also see early Christian monastic beehive huts. Back in Dingle watch brewing processes at the Dingle Brewing Company and sample some of the local brew. Spend some free time in the attractive town of Dingle before heading back to Killarney. In the evening drive to Kate Kearney’s Cottage for dinner and traditional Irish entertainment with songs and step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 5: Cliffs of Moher, Connemara & MayoDrive north for a short ferry ride across the wide

whiskey is distilled and enjoy a creamy Irish coffee. Continue your journey to Dublin and check in to your hotel. In the evening head to the Brazen Head Pub, Dublin’s oldest, dating back to 1198 for an evening of “Food, Folk and Fairies” where story-telling will reveal Ireland’s myths and beliefs in times past. (B, D)

Day 8: Tour Ends Dublin Airport or Spend Extra Day in DublinFor clients booked on our 8-day tour, group transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon (B).

If you have booked our 9-day tour, spend an additional night in Dublin and enjoy an independent Dublin open-top bus tour pass (valid for 48 hours), a visit to the Old Jameson Distillery to learn how whiskey is created and enjoy a sample. Take a taxi transfer to Dublin Airport on fi nal day. (B)

River Shannon Estuary. View the Cliffs of Moher that rise to heights of almost 700 feet above churning Atlantic swells. Sit down to lunch in a pub in the village of Doolin, a popular place for traditional Irish music sessions. Pass around the shores of Galway Bay and stop in Galway city for a look around. Continue through the Connemara region with hills, lakes and open country where mountain sheep roam freely. Stop in Leenane, renowned as the location of the movie, “The Field.” Continue to Westport, an attractive estate town built in 1780, and check in to your hotel. Westport is a great town with lots of interesting shops and traditional pubs, many with live music. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Westport House & Achill Island ExcursionVisit Westport House, an 18th century mansion, set in superb parkland with magnifi cent views overlooking Clew Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. See stunning rooms with priceless furnishings, paintings, books, silver and Waterford Crystal. Drive around Clew Bay and cross by bridge to Achill Island. Follow the Atlantic Drive to capture wonderful views of steeply-sloped mountains and the shimmering Atlantic Ocean. Stop at the Beehive Restaurant in Keel for lunch and see the Deserted Village, the remains of nearly 100 stone cottages abandoned around the time of the 1840’s Famine. Return to Westport for free time. (B, L)

Day 7: Kilbeggan Distillery & 12th Century Brazen Head PubDrive eastwards to the centre of Ireland and in Kilbeggan visit the historic Kilbeggan Distillery Experience, established in 1757, to see how

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- Traditional Irish dinner / show


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★ Tea and scones at Jerpoint Park Farm



★ Sheepdog trials at Caherconnell

★ Coffee and talk on Irish life at Standun of Spiddal


★ Corrib Princess cruise from Galway (Mar 22 – Nov 01 departures)

★ Tour and tasting at Kilbeggan Distillery Experience

★ Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit and drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery (9-day tour only)

★ Visits and admissions to Book of Kells at Trinity College, House of Waterford Crystal, Titanic Experience, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Skellig Experience and Cliffs of Moher






Ashling Hotel, Dublin (1 night) for Thursday departures or Ballsbridge Hotel, Dublin for Saturday departures

Dooley’s Hotel, Waterford (1 night)

Killarney Towers Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)

Westwood Hotel, Galway (2 nights)

Grand Canal Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2 nights)

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Sat 15 840 950

Sat 22 840 950

Mar Sat 01 880 990

Sat 08 880 990

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Sat 22 880 990

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Apr Thur 03 935 1040

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Tour code: SPA14. All prices in Euro.

Day 8: Depart for Home or Extra Day in DublinFor clients booked on our 8-day tour, group transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon (B).

If you have booked our 9-day tour, spend an additional night in Dublin and enjoy an independent Dublin open-top bus tour pass (valid for 48 hours), with a visit to Guinness or Jameson to sample a pint or a shot. Take a taxi transfer to Dublin Airport on the fi nal day. (B)

to O’Brien’s Tower for great views. Drive through the Burren and stop in Caherconnell to watch as trained dogs show their skills in herding sheep. Continue around the shores of Galway Bay to take a short orientation tour of Galway city before checking in to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 6: Connemara & “Quiet Man” WalkToday explore another of Ireland’s famous scenic regions, Connemara, with granite hills, sparkling lakes and peat bogs. Travel alongside Galway Bay and stop at Standun of Spiddal for coffee and a talk on various aspects of Irish life and traditional crafts. In Cong take a walking tour with a local guide to see places associated with “The Quiet Man” movie which was made in the village in 1952. Head to Eddie’s Pub in nearby Clonbur for lunch before returning to Galway to embark on the Corrib Princess for a scenic cruise on Lough Corrib to the north of the city (Mar 22 – Nov 01 departures) (B, L)

Day 7: Kilbeggan Distillery & Dublin Pub EveningThis morning enjoy some free time in Galway before driving to Kilbeggan to visit the Kilbeggan Distillery Experience, established in 1757 making it the world’s oldest. See how whiskey is distilled on modern equipment in the old buildings and enjoy a sample of the fi nished product. Continue your journey to Dublin and check in to your hotel. Finish up your tour in a popular Dublin Pub with a hearty dinner and a lively show of traditional music, songs and step-dancing. (B, D)

Tour Highlights

Dublin Pub Evening

Book of Kells at Trinity College

Ring of Kerry & Connemara

Cliffs of Moher

House of Waterford Crystal

Blarney Castle

Day 1: Dublin Tour & Trinity CollegeYour tour starts at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If you arrive later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm join your group and a local guide for an introductory look around central Dublin. See fashionable shopping areas around Grafton and Nassau Streets, view Dublin’s famous elegant Georgian squares and pause at the evocative fi gures at the Famine Memorial. Walk through Trinity College to the Old Library to view the illuminated manuscript of the 8th century Book of Kells and learn how monks created this and other masterpieces. Back at your

hotel meet with your tour director and travel companions for a welcome drink and

discuss your itinerary.

Day 2: Farm Visit & Waterford CrystalDrive through the Irish countryside

to County Kilkenny for a stop at a farm in Jerpoint for tea and home-

made scones. Chat with the owners about farming and also see one of Ireland’s

best examples of a deserted 12th century town. Continue south to visit

the famous House of Waterford Crystal to see how molten glass is transformed

into elaborate and shimmering trophies by the skilled blowers and cutters. Also view

a huge array of stemware in the showrooms. Check in to your hotel in the centre of the

compact city and, after dinner, take a gentle walking tour with a local guide to learn about local history. (B, D)

Day 3: Titanic Experience & Blarney CastleTravel along the south coast to Cobh to visit the Titanic Experience. Learn about the people who embarked for the New worlds aboard the ill-fated RMS Titanic. Visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Also shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills for quality Irish-made souvenirs or take a walk around the village green. Drive into County Kerry to Killarney, picturesquely set beside lakes and mountains. Check in to your hotel and relax before dinner. In the evening you may like to check out the many “singing” pubs around town. (B, D)

Day 4: Ring of Kerry & Pub LunchView the highlights of Ireland’s natural scenery on the famous Ring of Kerry route. The road winds between the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks Mountains on one side and the Atlantic coastline on the other. Enjoy a pub lunch before taking the bridge to Valencia Island. Visit the Skellig Experience to learn about the rocky islands off the end of the peninsula where monks lived in early Christian times. Today the islands form a protected bird sanctuary. Stop in the attractive village of Sneem and also at Moll’s Gap to view the Three Lakes of Killarney. Relish some free time to browse around Killarney before dining on your own. (B, L)

Day 5: Cliffs of Moher & Galway BayLeave Killarney and drive north to Tarbert for a 20-minute ferry ride across the wide River Shannon Estuary. Your tour continues along the Clare coast to the Cliffs of Moher, a spectacular wall of limestone that reaches to almost 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Walk along the top of the cliffs

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- Traditional Irish dinner/show


★ 1 lunch (L)



★ Walking tours of Waterford and Derry with local guides

★ Sheepdog trials of Ring of Kerry


★ Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit and drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery (9-day tour)

★ Visits and admissions to Book of Kells at Trinity College, Glendalough Visitor Centre, Dunbrody Famine Ship, House of Waterford Crystal, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Skellig Experience, Cliffs of Moher, Knock Shrine, W. B. Yeats’ Grave, Giant’s Causeway and Titanic Belfast






Maldron Hotel, Cardiff Lane, Dublin (1 night)

Dooley’s Hotel, Waterford (1 night)

International Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)

Ardilaun Hotel, Galway (1 night)

Everglades Hotel, Derry (1 night)

Croke Park Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2 nights)


8 day 9 day

Feb Mon 17 860 975

Mon 24 860 975

Mar Mon 03 860 975

Mon 10 860 975

Mon 17 860 975

Mon 24 860 975

Wed 26 860 975

Mon 31 965 1075

Apr Wed 02 965 1075

Mon 07 965 1075

Wed 09 965 1075

Mon 14 965 1075

Wed 16 965 1075

Mon 21 965 1075

Wed 23 965 1075

Mon 28 965 1075

Wed 30 1085 1199

May Mon 05 1085 1199

Wed 07 1085 1199

Mon 12 1085 1199

Wed 14 1085 1199

Mon 19 1085 1199

Wed 21 1085 1199

Mon 26 1085 1199

Wed 28 1085 1199

8 day 9 day

Jun Mon 02 1085 1199

Wed 04 1085 1199

Mon 09 1085 1199

Wed 11 1085 1199

Mon 16 1085 1199

Wed 18 1085 1199

Mon 23 1085 1199

Wed 25 1085 1199

Mon 30 1085 1199

Jul Wed 02 1085 1199

Mon 07 1085 1199

Wed 09 1085 1199

Mon 14 1085 1199

Wed 16 1085 1199

Mon 21 1085 1199

Wed 23 1085 1199

Mon 28 1085 1199

Wed 30 1085 1199

Aug Mon 04 1085 1199

Wed 06 1085 1199

Mon 11 1085 1199

Wed 13 1085 1199

Mon 18 1085 1199

Wed 20 1085 1199

Mon 25 1085 1199

Wed 27 1085 1199

8 day 9 day

Sep Mon 01 1085 1199

Wed 03 1085 1199

Mon 08 1085 1199

Wed 10 1085 1199

Mon 15 1085 1199

Wed 17 1085 1199

Mon 22 1085 1199

Wed 24 1085 1199

Mon 29 965 1075

Oct Wed 01 965 1075

Mon 06 965 1075

Wed 08 965 1075

Mon 13 965 1075

Wed 15 965 1075

Mon 20 965 1075

Wed 22 965 1075

Mon 27 965 1075

Wed 29 965 1075

Nov Mon 03 860 975

Wed 05 860 975

Mon 10 860 975

Mon 17 860 975

Mon 24 860 975

Dec Mon 01 860 975

Mon 08 860 975

SRS 280 309

Tour code: ADA14. All prices in Euro.

Irish AdventureSuperior & First Class Hotels – 8 or 9 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Dublin Dinner/Show

Cliffs of Moher

Blarney Castle

Walking Tours of Waterford &

Derry

Giant’s Causeway

Titanic Belfast

Day 1: Dublin Tour & Book of KellsYour tour starts at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If you arrive later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm join a local guide for a half-day guided tour of Dublin to see elegant Georgian squares with brightly-painted doors, O’Connell Street and the evocative statues of the Famine Memorial. Visit Trinity College’s campus and the Old Library to view the illuminated manuscript of the Book of Kells. In the evening meet your tour director over a welcome drink to

discuss your trip and he will help you choose a restaurant to dine independently.

Day 2: 6th Century Glendalough & Waterford Walking Tour

This morning leave Dublin to see the delightful scenery

of the Wicklow Mountains on the way to Glendalough. Learn about

St. Kevin’s 6th century monastery in the Glendalough Visitor

Centre and walk through the site to see its round

tower, church ruins and Celtic crosses. Continue your drive south to New Ross where

a walk through the reconstructed 19th century Dunbrody Famine Ship

demonstrates the harsh conditions that emigrants endured. Drive to your

hotel in Waterford and, after dinner, take a walking tour around the narrow streets of the historic city with a local guide. (B, D)

Day 3: Waterford Crystal & Blarney Castle Visit the House of Waterford Crystal to learn about glass blowing and cutting and see one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Travel along the south coast via Dungarvan and the outskirts of Cork to Blarney. Climb the steps of the famous Blarney Castle to kiss the “Stone of Eloquence.” You will also have time to shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills, which stocks excellent Irish products. Then journey west through rugged countryside to Killarney and settle in to your centrally-located hotel. (B, D)

Day 4: Ring of Kerry & Skellig ExperienceEnjoy the highlights of Ireland’s natural scenery on the Ring of Kerry route. The road winds between the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks Mountains on one side and the Atlantic coastline on the other. Watch a shepherd and his trained dogs skilfully round up sheep. Drive through Killorglin and Cahirciveen and stop for a casual pub lunch. Cross by bridge to Valencia Island and visit the Skellig Experience to learn about the rocky islands off the end of the peninsula where monks lived in early Christian times. Stop in the pretty village of Sneem and also at Moll’s Gap to view the Three Lakes of Killarney. On your return to Killarney you are free for independent dining and browsing around the town. (B, L)

Day 5: Cliffs of Moher & GalwayTravel north from Killarney and take a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary and continue along the coast of County Clare. View the Cliffs of Moher rising to heights of almost 700 feet above the wild Atlantic swells and walk to O’Brien’s Tower at the highest point for great views. Drive through the rounded limestone hills of the Burren and around the shores of Galway Bay. Take a short orientation tour of central Galway before checking in to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 6: Yeats’ Grave & Derry WalkHead north to visit the pilgrimage town of Knock, one of the world’s leading shrines. See the church where villagers saw a vision of the Virgin Mary in 1879. Travel through County Sligo and stop to view W. B. Yeats’ grave in Drumcliffe Churchyard, in the shadow of Benbulben Mountain. Follow the shoreline of Donegal Bay to Donegal town and past the lovely Blue Stack Mountains to Derry. On arrival in Derry take a brief drive around the city, including the Bogside area, with a local guide before walking along the fortifi cation walls, which encircle the old city and date from 1613 AD. (B, D)

Day 7: Giant’s Causeway & Irish NightToday explore the northern coastline, stopping for photos at the sprawling ruins of Dunluce Castle. Visit the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. The huge hexagonal columns have given rise to many legends. Drive to Belfast for a visit to

Titanic Belfast to learn about RMS Titanic through state-of-the- art displays. See the docks where this famous liner was built just over a century ago. Continue south to check in to your hotel on the north side of Dublin. Drive to a popular Dublin Pub for a farewell dinner and entertaining traditional Irish songs and step-dancing. (B, D)



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- Molly Darcy’s Irish Night

- O’Connell’s Restaurant in Dublin


★ 1 lunch (L)



★ Killary Fjord catamaran cruise (Mar 23 – Nov 02 departures)






★ Visits and admissions to Book of Kells at Trinity College, Clonmacnoise Monastic Site, Kylemore Abbey, Cliffs of Moher, Muckross House & Gardens, Skellig Experience, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, House of Waterford Crystal and Dunbrody Famine Ship






Radisson Blu St. Helen’s Hotel, Dublin (1 night)

Radisson Blu Hotel, Galway (2 nights)

Malton Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)


Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2 nights)

8 day 9 day

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Sun 23 1040 1205

Sun 30 1080 1225

Apr Tue 01 1080 1225

Sun 06 1080 1225

Sun 13 1080 1225

Tue 15 1080 1225

Sun 20 1080 1225

Sun 27 1080 1225

Tue 29 1235 1380

May Sun 04 1235 1380

Sun 11 1235 1380

Tue 13 1235 1380

Sun 18 1235 1380

Sun 25 1235 1380

Tue 27 1235 1380

Jun Sun 01 1260 1399

Sun 08 1260 1399

Tue 10 1260 1399

8 day 9 day

Sun 15 1260 1399

Sun 22 1260 1399

Tue 24 1260 1399

Sun 29 1260 1399

Jul Sun 06 1260 1399

Tue 08 1260 1399

Sun 13 1260 1399

Sun 20 1260 1399

Tue 22 1260 1399

Sun 27 1260 1399

Aug Sun 03 1260 1399

Tue 05 1260 1399

Sun 10 1260 1399

Sun 17 1260 1399

Tue 19 1260 1399

Sun 24 1260 1399

Sun 31 1260 1399

Sep Tue 02 1260 1399

Sun 07 1260 1399

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Sun 14 1260 1399

Tue 16 1260 1399

Sun 21 1260 1399

Sun 28 1099 1230

Tue 30 1099 1230

Oct Sun 05 1099 1230

Sun 12 1099 1230

Tue 14 1099 1230

Sun 19 1099 1230

Sun 26 1099 1230

Tue 28 1020 1150

Nov Sun 02 1020 1150

Sun 09 1020 1150

Sun 16 1020 1150

Sun 23 1020 1150

Sun 30 1020 1150

Dec Sun 07 1020 1150

SRS 305 355

Tour code: GOA14. All prices in Euro.


Irish GoldDeluxe & Superior First Class Hotels – 8 or 9 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Molly Darcy’s Irish Night

O’Connell’s Restaurant in Dublin

Blarney Castle

Killary Fjord Catamaran Cruise

Cliffs of Moher

Ring of Kerry

Jaunting Car Ride

Day 1: Dublin Tour & Book of KellsYour tour starts at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If you arrive later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm your tour director will introduce you to Dublin’s River Liffey, wide O’Connell Street, tranquil St. Stephen’s Green, the seat of government at Leinster House and other public buildings. See some of Dublin’s famous Georgian houses and pause at the Famine Memorial, a reminder of the mid-19th century disaster. Visit Trinity College’s campus and the Old Library to view the priceless Book of Kells. Your

tour director will host a welcome drink to discuss your tour and

he will advise where to dine independently.

Day 2: Clonmacnoise Monastic Site & Galway City Tour

Leave Dublin and journey across the rolling pastures

of Ireland’s heartland to visit Clonmacnoise. This monastic

settlement was founded in 545 AD by St. Ciaran and is set on the banks of the

mighty River Shannon. See elaborate high crosses as well

as many church ruins and round towers. Drive to Galway and view the main sights of the city before

checking into your hotel, located within easy reach of lively streets

with fun specialty stores, cafés and pubs. Enjoy some free time to browse around on your own before dining in your hotel. (B, D)

Day 3: Connemara, Clifden & CruiseDrive through the heart of Connemara, past granite hills and sparkling lakes on the way to Leenane to embark on a short cruise of Killary Harbour, a 9-mile fjord (Mar 23 – Nov 02 departures). Enjoy views of hills where traces of “lazy beds” of potato ridges from the 19th century and earlier can still be seen. Keep an eye out for seabirds as you pass mussel and salmon farms. Savour a casual lunch at a nearby restaurant and drive through lovely open countryside. Tour the elegant rooms and charming chapel at Kylemore Abbey and stroll through the grounds and gardens. Return to Galway where the evening is free for independent activities and dining. (B, L)

Day 4: Cliffs of Moher & Molly Darcy’s Pub in KillarneyTravel south around Galway Bay to see the Cliffs of Moher, which rise almost 700 feet above the pounding Atlantic surf. Drive through the hills of the Burren and stop to watch trained sheepdogs obey whistles from their owner to direct sheep through various obstacles. After Limerick stop in the picturesque village of Adare for photos before heading to Killarney, a little town that is world-famous due to its exquisite location beside lakes and mountains. Check in to your hotel in the centre of the town. and head to Molly Darcy’s for a lively show with dinner. (B, D)

Day 5: Ring of Kerry Tour & Muckross House Set out on Ireland’s most popular scenic drive – the Ring of Kerry. The road winds between the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks Mountains and the Atlantic coastline. Cross to Valencia Island and tour the Skellig Experience to learn about the rocky offshore islands where early Christian monks lived. Stop

in the attractive village of Sneem and view the Three Lakes of Killarney from Moll’s Gap. Take a guided tour around Muckross House to see period furnishings and learn of its prominent guests and owners. Stroll through the mature gardens before taking a horse drawn jaunting car ride through the stunning scenery of the Killarney National Park to reach your hotel. (B, D)

Day 6: Blarney Castle, Traditional Music Session & Waterford WalkDrive through the mountains of Kerry and West Cork into richer farming country on the way to Blarney to climb to the ramparts of Blarney Castle to kiss the famous stone. Also shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills for quality Irish-made goods before travelling along the coast to the Marine Bar in Dungarvan for a creamy Irish coffee and an informal traditional music session. Continue to Waterford and check into your historic hotel, located on the waterfront of this ancient port city. After dinner, take a fun walking tour around the narrow streets and ancient buildings to discover Waterford’s long history. (B, D)

Day 7: House of Waterford Crystal & O’Connell’s RestaurantAfter breakfast tour the House of Waterford Crystal to watch glass blowing and cutting by master craftspeople and see a huge display of elegant tableware and magnifi cent trophies. In New Ross tour the Dunbrody Famine Ship, a replica of a sailing vessel that was used during the 1840’s Famine to transport starving Irish people to the new worlds. Travel along the east coast to your hotel in Dublin and in the evening drive to O’Connell’s Restaurant for a superb dinner and some live music. (B, D)

Day 8: Depart for Home or Spend an Extra Day in DublinFor those booked on our 8-day tour, group transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon (B).

If you have booked our 9-day tour, spend an additional day in Dublin with an independent Dublin open-top bus tour (valid for 48 hours), plus a visit to Guinness or Jameson and a taxi transfer to Dublin Airport on the fi nal day. (B)

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- Welcome dinner in Drogheda

- Old Jameson Distillery “Shindig” Night


★ 1 lunch (L)


★ Walking tours of Drogheda and Derry

★ Tour of Belfast with a local guide



★ Visits and admissions to Boyne Valley Visitor Centre & Newgrange or Knowth Tomb, Titanic Belfast, Giant’s Causeway, Ulster American Folk Park, Tower Museum, Donegal Castle, Belleek Pottery Factory, W. B. Yeats’ Grave, Westport House and Kilbeggan Distillery Experience






D Hotel, Drogheda (1 night)

Europa Hotel, Belfast (1 night)

Tower Hotel, Derry (2 nights)

Clew Bay Hotel, Westport (2 nights)

Stillorgan Park Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2 nights) 7 day 8 day

Apr Sat 05 905 1025

Sat 12 905 1025

Sat 19 905 1025

Sat 26 905 1025

May Sat 03 977 1105

Sat 10 977 1105

Sat 17 977 1105

Sat 24 977 1105

Sat 31 1015 1150

Jun Sat 07 1015 1150

Sat 14 1015 1150

Sat 21 1015 1150

Sat 28 1015 1150

Jul Sat 05 1015 1150

Sat 12 1015 1150

Sat 19 1015 1150

Sat 26 1015 1150

Aug Sat 02 1015 1150

Sat 09 1015 1150

Sat 16 1015 1150

Aug Sat 23 1015 1150

Sat 30 1015 1150

Sep Sat 06 1015 1150

Sat 13 1015 1150

Sat 20 1015 1150

Sat 27 905 1035

Oct Sat 04 905 1035

Sat 11 905 1035

Sat 18 905 1035

Sat 25 905 1035

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Tour code: WEA14. All prices in Euro.


Northern Welcome Superior First Class Hotels – 8 or 9 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights:

Traditional Dublin Pub Evening

Titanic Belfast

Giant’s Causeway

Belleek China

Achill Island Tour

Day 1: Dublin Arrival & DroghedaStart your tour at Dublin Airport with a 30-minute transfer to your hotel in

Drogheda, in the centre of the town and overlooking the River Boyne. At 2:00 pm take

a gentle walking tour around this historic and attractive town

that Oliver Cromwell besieged in 1649 and killed 2,000 people, making his

name the most hated in Irish history. See the head of St. Oliver Plunkett, the

fi rst Irishman to be canonized in 700 years, and 14th century St. Laurence Gate in the medieval walls. Join your tour guide and fellow travellers for a welcome drink and dine in the hotel restaurant. (D)

Day 2: Neolithic Tombs & BelfastThis morning visit the Boyne Valley Visitor Centre to learn about the 5,000-year-old burial tombs of Newgrange and Knowth. Tour one of them to see how primitive people managed to align huge boulders precisely with the movements of the sun. Travel past the gentle slopes of the Mourne Mountains to Belfast for 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. (B, D)

Day 3: Glens of Antrim & Giant’s Causeway Drive north along the “Nine Glens of Antrim,” a scenic route with lovely views of mountains, valleys and coastline. Stop at the Giant’s Causeway,

hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. The different rock formations rocks have spawned a number of legends about the mythical giant, Finn McCool. It was imagined that the causeway is the remains of the bridge that Finn built linking Ireland to Scotland. Continue to your hotel in Derry and relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 4: Derry’s Walls & Ulster American Folk Park This morning join a local guide for a short walk around Derry’s medieval city walls and learn about the development of the settlement through the ages and right up through 20th century history. Drive south to visit the Ulster American Folk Park near Omagh where you can see cosy cottages depicting a bygone way of life in rural Ireland with demonstrations of crafts and skills. Return to Derry and visit the award-winning Tower Museum, fi lled with local artefacts, near your hotel. (B, D)

Day 5: Donegal Castle & Belleek ChinaTravel through rugged countryside with lovely scenery of heathery hills to Donegal town to tour Donegal Castle, built in the 15th century by an O’Donnell chieftain. Visit the Belleek Pottery Factory to see how the craftspeople shape and decorate clay, creating the world-famous fi ne china. Pause at Drumcliffe Churchyard to view the grave of W. B. Yeats, the Nobel Prize-winning poet, who based many poems on the delightful countryside around Sligo. Drive through County Mayo to your hotel in Westport. (B, D)

Day 6: Westport House & Achill Island Tour Visit the stately Westport House, designed by Richard Cassels in 1731. The mansion overlooks the ocean and contains a wealth of interesting

portraits, furniture, silver and porcelain. Travel around Clew Bay, which is reputed to have 365 islands, to access Achill Island by a bridge. Follow the Atlantic Drive to capture wonderful views of steeply-sloped mountains plunging into the shimmering Atlantic Ocean. Near Slievemore see the Deserted Village, the remains of nearly 100 stone cottages abandoned around the time of the 1840’s Famine. Stop for a casual lunch at a restaurant and return to Westport where the evening is free. (B, L)

Day 7: Galway, Kilbeggan Distillery & “Shindig” Night Drive south for a tour around central Galway to see Eyre Square, Galway Cathedral and the Spanish Arch. Take some time to browse around on your own through the narrow streets that are closed to traffi c. Travel through the centre of Ireland to visit Kilbeggan Distillery, the oldest distillery in the world, to see artisanal whiskey production and enjoy a sample of the fi nished product. Head to the Old Jameson Distillery for a guided tour, followed by “Shindig,” dinner with a traditional Irish show. (B, D)

Day 8: Depart for Home or Extra Day in Dublin. For clients booked on our 8-day tour, group transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon (B).


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- Welcome dinner at Dunboyne Castle Hotel



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★ Tea and scones at Jerpoint Park Farm



★ Day tour to Inis Mor, largest of the three Aran Islands

★ Irish coffees at South Pole Pub near Dingle and at Sean’s Bar in Athlone


★ Visits and admissions to Malahide Castle, Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens, Kennedy Homestead, Dunbrody Famine Ship, Choristers’ Hall Museum, Bishop’s Palace, House of Waterford Crystal, Titanic Experience, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Dingle Brewing Company, Cliffs of Moher, Dun Aengus Fort and Athlone Castle






Dunboyne Castle Hotel, Dunboyne (1 night)

Dooley’s Hotel, Waterford (2 nights)


Salthill Hotel, Galway (2 nights)

Radisson St. Helen’s Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2 nights)

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Mar Fri 21 1020 1155

Fri 28 1090 1230

Apr Fri 04 1090 1230

Fri 11 1090 1230

Fri 18 1090 1230

Fri 25 1090 1230

May Fri 02 1265 1415

Fri 09 1265 1415

Fri 16 1265 1415

Fri 23 1265 1415

Fri 30 1265 1415

Jun Fri 06 1265 1415

Fri 13 1265 1415

Fri 20 1265 1415

Fri 27 1265 1415

Jul Fri 04 1265 1415

Fri 11 1265 1415

Fri 18 1265 1415

Fri 25 1265 1415

Aug Fri 01 1265 1415

Fri 08 1265 1415

Fri 15 1265 1415

Fri 22 1265 1415

Fri 29 1265 1415

Sep Fri 05 1265 1415

Fri 12 1265 1415

Fri 19 1265 1415

Fri 26 1265 1415

Oct Fri 03 1105 1255

Fri 10 1105 1255

Fri 17 1105 1255

Fri 24 1105 1255

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Tour code: LEA14. All prices in Euro.


Irish LegendsSuperior & First Class Hotels – 9 or 10 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Aran Islands Excursion

Traditional Irish Evening

Kiss the Blarney Stone

Dingle Peninsula

Cliffs of Moher

In-Depth Discovery of Waterford

Day 1: Dublin Arrival & Malahide CastleStart your tour at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. Passengers arriving later will transfer to the hotel at their own expense. Depart your hotel at 2:00 pm to visit Malahide Castle, fi rst built in 1185 by the Talbot family who lived there until 1975. The Castle has been remodelled over the years and today is fi lled with medieval artefacts and family portraits. Also take a stroll around the delightful

gardens. Stop in nearby Malahide, now an upscale suburb of Dublin that still

retains its village ambience. Return to your hotel for a welcome

get-together drink with your tour director and discuss your itinerary before dinner. (D)

Day 2: National Stud & Farm VisitTravel to Kildare to visit the Irish

National Stud. As a nation, the Irish are very interested in horses and the Stud will tell you about

the valuable breeding industry. See magnifi cent horses before walking around the delightful Japanese Gardens, established a century ago. Drive through the Irish countryside

to County Kilkenny for a stop at a farm in Jerpoint for tea and home-made

scones. Chat with the owners about farming and also see one of Ireland’s best examples of a deserted 12th century town. Drive to Waterford and in the evening join a local guide for a gentle

walking tour around the old city centre and hear stories about Waterford’s long history. (B, D)

Day 3: Day 3: Kennedy Homestead & Historic WaterfordTake a short drive this morning and the fi rst stop is the Kennedy Homestead, birthplace of President John F. Kennedy’s great-grandfather Patrick Kennedy. Today it is still today farmed by his descendants and celebrates the story of fi ve generations of the Kennedy dynasty. In New Ross explore the Dunbrody Emigrant Ship, a replica of the vessel used during the 1840’s Famine to transport starving people to the New World. Return to Waterford to explore the Viking Triangle and learn about the city’s long history. Visit the Choristers’ Hall Museum fi lled with medieval treasures and the elegant 18th century Bishop’s Palace. (B, D)

Day 4: Waterford Crystal, Titanic Tour & Blarney CastleVisit the House of Waterford Crystal to learn about glass blowing and cutting and see one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Travel along the south coast to Cobh, the last port of call of the Titanic. Learn about the 123 Irish emigrants on board the ill-fated liner at the Titanic Experience, housed in the former White Star Line ticket offi ce. At Blarney Castle climb the ramparts to gain the “Gift of Eloquence.” You may visit the Blarney Woollen Mills, which offer excellent Irish-made products. Drive through Macroom to Killarney and check in to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 5: Dingle Peninsula & South Pole PubToday discover the glorious Dingle Peninsula, made famous by two movies that showcased the scenery

– “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Far & Away.” Drive along the south shore to admire views of heathery mountains, sandy stretches of beach and rocky headlands. Sit down to a pub lunch in the town of Dingle and visit the South Pole Pub for an Irish coffee and learn about Tom Crean, an Antarctic explorer who owned the pub. Return to Killarney where you are free to dine independently this evening. (B, L)

Day 6: Foynes Flying Boat Museum & Cliffs of MoherDrive north through the town of Listowel, noted for its writers’ festival and literary connections, and take a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary. Travel along the coast of County Clare to view the Cliffs of Moher, which rise to heights of almost 700 feet above the churning Atlantic swells. Walk along the top of the cliffs to O’Brien’s Tower for great views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. Drive through the hills of the Burren and around Galway Bay to Galway for a panoramic city tour. Check in to your hotel, overlooking Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. (B, D)

Day 7: Aran Islands & Dun AengusTake a short ferry ride from Rossaveal to Inis Mor, the largest of the three Aran Islands. These rocky islands are renowned for the hardy islanders who maintained traditional fi shing and farming methods and where the popular intricately patterned fi shermen’s sweaters originated. The Irish language

is still spoken widely. Take a minibus ride to Dun Aengus, a huge pre-historic fortress perched on sheer cliffs, which fall away to the Atlantic Ocean below. Take a look around Kilronan, the main town, before returning to the mainland by ferry. (B, D)

Day 8: Oldest Irish Pub & Dublin Pub EveningTour Athlone Castle located at a strategic crossing point on the River Shannon and dominates the town. This castle dates from the 13th century was central to the siege of Athlone in 1691. Visit the nearby Sean’s Bar for an Irish coffee. This pub has a detailed and documented history right back to 900 AD. During renovations in 1970, ancient walls and old coins dating back centuries were discovered. Drive to your elegant hotel a few miles from Dublin city centre. In the evening drive to Taylor’s Three Rock Pub for a dinner with Irish specialties. Then sit back with an Irish coffee to watch a lively show with music, songs and step-dancing. (B, D)



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- Knappogue Castle Medieval Banquet



★ 1 lunch (L)


★ Tour of Belfast

★ Walking tours of Derry and Drogheda with local guides



★ Killary Fjord catamaran cruise


★ Step dancing display in Cabra Castle Hotel

★ Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit and drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery (10 Day tour only)

★ Visits and admissions to Cliffs of Moher, Kylemore Abbey, Knock Shrine, W. B. Yeats’ Grave, Belleek Pottery Factory, Triona Design, Donegal Castle, Giant’s Causeway, Titanic Belfast, St. Patrick Centre and Battle of the Boyne Centre







Galway Bay Hotel, Galway (2 nights)

Millpark Hotel, Donegal (2 nights)

Radisson Blu Hotel, Belfast (1 night)

Cabra Castle Hotel, Kingscourt (1 night)


Croke Park Hotel, Dublin (1 night, 10-day tour only)

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Wed 19 1065 1175

Wed 26 1065 1175

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Wed 09 1099 1220

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May Fri 02 1250 1375

Wed 07 1250 1375

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Wed 14 1250 1375

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Fri 23 1250 1375

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Wed 09 1280 1399

Fri 11 1280 1399

Wed 16 1280 1399

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Wed 06 1280 1399

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Fri 29 1280 1399

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Wed 10 1280 1399

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Wed 17 1280 1399

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Wed 24 1280 1399

Fri 26 1280 1399

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Fri 03 1099 1220

Wed 08 1099 1220

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Wed 15 1099 1220

Fri 17 1099 1220

Wed 22 1099 1220

Fri 24 1099 1220

Wed 29 1099 1220

Fri 31 1099 1220

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Northern GemsSuperior First Class Hotels – 9 or 10 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Knappogue Castle

Medieval Banquet



Overnights in Historic

Cabra Castle Hotel

Titanic Belfast

Day 1: Cliffs of Moher & BanquetYour tour starts in Shannon airport with a transfer to your hotel in Ennis. At 2:30pm depart for the Cliffs of Moher, a dramatic wall of rock that plunges to the Atlantic Ocean. Drive a few miles to

15th century Knappogue Castle for a medieval-style banquet with entertainment. (B, D)

Day 2: Sheepdog Trials & Galway

Travel through the rounded limestone hills of the Burren and watch skilled dogs work with a

farmer to round up sheep. Stop for a look around the coastal village of Ballyvaughan and take a short panoramic drive around Galway

before checking in to your hotel set on Galway Bay. (B, D)

Day 3: Catamaran Cruise & Kylemore Abbey

Travel along the shores of Galway Bay to Spiddal and head to Leenane to embark on a short cruise of Killary Harbour. Enjoy an Irish

coffee as you view traces of pre-Famine potato “lazy beds.” Tour Kylemore Abbey, a splendid mansion set on a peaceful lake with a lovely chapel. Enjoy lunch and stroll through the Victorian gardens before returning to Galway. (B, L)

Day 4: Belleek China & Donegal BayDrive north into County Mayo to visit the pilgrimage town of Knock and in County Sligo view W. B. Yeats’ Grave. Tour the Belleek Pottery Factory, founded in the mid-19th century, to see craftspeople create the renowned fi ne china. Drive to Donegal town for a look around on your own before checking in to your hotel on the outskirts of the town. (B, D)

Day 5: Slieve League Cliffs & Donegal CastleDrive along the coast of Donegal to view Slieve League sea cliffs, the highest in Europe reaching 1,972 feet. The cliffs drop straight down to the wild Atlantic waves creating marvellous views. Enjoy coffee or tea with home-baked scones before driving through Glengesh Pass to Ardara to visit Triona Design for demonstrations of spinning and knitting. Stop in Donegal town for a tour of Donegal Castle, built by the O’Donnell chieftain in the 15th century and return to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 6: Derry Walk & Giant’s CausewayTake a walking tour with a local guide to see Derry’s medieval walls, the Diamond and St. Columb’s Cathedral. Pause for photos at Dunluce Castle before visiting the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. Continue along

the scenic coastal drive of the “Nine Glens of Antrim” to your stylish hotel in Belfast, close to the waterfront and city attractions. (B, D)

Day 7: Titanic Belfast & Cabra CastleTour Belfast to see Victorian buildings and the shipyards where RMS Titanic was built in 1912. Visit Titanic Belfast to learn about this famous liner through state-of-the-art displays. Learn about Ireland’s patron saint in the St. Patrick Centre before driving to Kingscourt to your lovely castle hotel, built in 1760. Arrive in time to enjoy the facilities, including a 9-hole golf course. After dinner, youthful dancers will display intricate Irish step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 8: Battle of the Boyne Centre & DroghedaVisit the Battle of the Boyne Centre to learn about the 1690 confl ict between King William III and

his father-in-law, King James II. Then travel into Drogheda for a walking tour around the old streets of this historic town. Check in to your centrally-located hotel and in the evening enjoy dinner in the Wm Cairnes Gastropub with live musical entertainment. (B, D)

Day 9: End Your Tour or Extend to Dublin If you are on a 9-day tour, take a group transfer to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon (B)

If you have chosen the 10-day tour, drive to your hotel in Dublin and spend the day sightseeing independently with an open top bus tour and a visit to either Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery.

Take a taxi transfer to Dublin Airport on day 10. (B)

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- Welcome dinner at Clontarf Castle Hotel

- Pub dinner and traditional show


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★ Visits and admissions to Glasnevin Museum, Boyne Valley Visitor Centre & Newgrange or Knowth Tomb, Donegal Castle, Triona Design, Belleek Pottery Factory, W. B. Yeats’ Grave, Museum of Country Life, Cliffs of Moher, Foynes Flying Boat Museum, Skellig Experience, Blarney Castle and Blarney Woollen Mills






Clontarf Castle Hotel, Dublin (1 night)

Mill Park Hotel, Donegal (2 nights)

Meyrick Hotel, Galway (2 nights)

Killarney Avenue Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)

Herbert Park Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2 nights)

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Sun 16 999 1120

Sun 23 999 1120

Sun 30 1085 1225

Apr Sun 06 1085 1225

Sun 13 1085 1225

Sun 20 1085 1225

Sun 27 1085 1225

May Sun 04 1249 1375

Sun 11 1249 1375

Sun 18 1249 1375

Sun 25 1249 1375

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Sun 29 1285 1425

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Oct Sun 05 1085 1225

Sun 12 1085 1225

Sun 19 1085 1225

Sun 26 1085 1225

Nov Sun 02 999 1120

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Tour code: EXA14. All prices in Euro.


Irish ExplorerSuperior First Class Hotels –9 or 10 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Dublin Pub

Dinner & Show

Boyne Valley Neolithic Tombs


Ring of Kerry Tour

Four 2-Night Stays

Luxurious Clontarf Castle

Day 1: Dublin Touring & Glasnevin MuseumStart your tour at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your fl ight arrives later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. Your hotel is luxurious Clontarf Castle, which traces its origins to 1172. At 2:00 pm tour the city with a local guide to see elegant Georgian squares, public buildings and monuments such as the Famine Memorial. Visit Glasnevin Museum, Ireland’s national necropolis, which is a who’s who of modern Irish history as the fi nal resting place of Daniel O’Connell, Michael Collins, Charles Stewart Parnell, Brendan Behan and other prominent people. Enjoy a welcome drink with your tour director followed by dinner in your lovely castle hotel. (D)

Day 2: Boyne Valley Neolithic Tombs & Donegal Castle

This morning visit the Boyne Valley Visitor Centre to learn about the passage burial tombs of Newgrange and

Knowth, both of which are over 5,000 years old. Visit one

of the tombs to see how primitive people managed to align these buildings precisely with the sun or the moon. Drive

through the central Lakeland region of Ireland to Donegal town for a tour of Donegal Castle, built by

the O’Donnell chieftain in the 15th century. The castle was expanded in

the 17th century and today is furnished throughout. Check in to your nearby

hotel. (B, D).

Day 3: Slieve League Cliffs & Glengesh PassHead to the fi shing port of Killybegs and on to Teelin to view Slieve League sea cliffs, where the highest point reaches 1,972 feet making them the highest in Europe. Enjoy breathtaking vistas as they drop to the wild Atlantic waves below. Sample home-baked scones with coffee or tea before continuing to Malinbeg for great views and through the majestic Glengesh Pass. In Ardara visit Triona Design to see demonstrations of spinning, weaving and knitting. Enjoy free time in Donegal town before returning to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 4: Belleek & Museum of Country LifeVisit the Belleek Pottery Factory to see how the craftspeople shape and decorate clay, creating the world-famous fi ne china. Pause at Drumcliffe Churchyard to view the grave of W. B. Yeats, the Nobel prize-winning poet, who based many poems on the delightful countryside around Sligo. Continue through County Mayo to Castlebar to visit the Museum of Country Life. See collections of domestic goods in daily use from 1850 to 1950. Exhibits and a movie explain how rural people made a living from the soil. Drive to Galway and check in to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 5: Connemara Life & Catamaran CruiseToday explore scenic Connemara to admire how constantly-changing cloud formations give granite hills, sparkling lakes and peat bogs an added dimension. Travel alongside Galway Bay and stop at Standun of Spiddal for coffee and a talk on various aspects of Irish life and traditional crafts. In Leenane embark on a short cruise of Killary Harbour, a 9-mile fjord. Enjoy views of hills where traces of “lazy beds” of potato ridges from the 19th century and earlier can still be seen. Enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant and savour more views of Connemara before returning to Galway. (B, L)

Day 6: Cliffs of Moher & Foynes Flying Boat MuseumTravel around Galway Bay to view the Cliffs of Moher, an impressive wall of rock that plunges to the Atlantic Ocean. Continue to Bunratty for a brief stop at Durty Nelly’s Pub or the Bunratty Woollen Mills before driving through Limerick and along the Shannon Estuary. Visit the Foynes Flying Boat Museum, which recalls the early days of air travel, during the 1930’s and early 1940’s. Arrive in Killarney, check in to your hotel and relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 7: Ring of Kerry & Skellig ExperienceTake a drive around the Ring of Kerry where every bend in 100 miles of road reveals breathtaking views. Meet a local farmer, Brendan Ferris, for a taste of farm life with a sheepdog demonstration of herding fl ocks. At the tip of the peninsula visit the Skellig Experience, which explains the history of the area and the fl ora and fauna on the nearby rocky islands. Return through the attractive village of Sneem and pause at Moll’s Gap for panoramic views of Killarney and its lakes. Back in Killarney enjoy free time for independent activities and dining. (B)

Day 8: Blarney Castle & a Dublin PubDrive through County Cork to Blarney Castle to climb to the ramparts and kiss the famous stone. Also visit the Blarney Woollen Mills where quality Irish-made products are gathered under one roof. Drive north and pause for photos at the stately Rock of Cashel, a limestone outcrop with picturesque ruins and continue to Dublin. In the evening head to a Dublin Pub for Irish cuisine and a lively session of traditional songs. (B, D)



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- Clontarf Castle farewell dinner


★ 1 lunch (L)


★ Walking tour of Dalkey & Dalkey Castle






★ Irish coffee at the South Pole Inn


★ Visits and admissions to Book of Kells at Trinity College, Strokestown Park House & Famine Museum, Museum of Country Life, Cliffs of Moher, Muckross House, Blarney Castle and Blarney Woollen Mills






Herbert Park Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)

Castlecourt Hotel, Westport (3 nights)


Clontarf Castle Hotel, Dublin (1 night)

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Sat 12 1299

Sat 19 1299

Sat 26 1455

May Sat 03 1455

Sat 10 1455

Sat 17 1455

Sat 24 1455

Sat 31 1475

Jun Sat 07 1475

Sat 14 1475

Sat 21 1475

Jun Sat 28 1495

Jul Sat 05 1495

Sat 12 1495

Sat 19 1495

Sat 26 1495

Aug Sat 02 1495

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Sat 16 1495

Sat 23 1495

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Sat 13 1475

Sep Sat 20 1475

Sat 27 1475

Oct Sat 04 1299

Sat 11 1299

Sat 18 1299

Sat 25 1299

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Leisurely IrelandSuperior First Class Hotels – 10 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Leisurely 3-Night Stays

in Westport & Killarney


Catamaran Cruise

Cliffs of Moher

Dingle Peninsula

Kiss the Blarney Stone Day 1: Dublin Arrival & Dalkey VillageStart your tour at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your fl ight arrives later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm take a short ride to historic Dalkey Village, now an upmarket suburb. Take a short guided tour through the village and visit the imposing Dalkey Castle where history will come alive for you. Marvel at Dalkey’s literary connections in the newly re-

furbished Writers’ Gallery. In the evening meet your tour director over a welcome

drink to discuss your trip and he will help you choose a restaurant to dine

independently.

Day 2: Dublin Tour & Pub Evening

Relax on a half-day guided tour of Dublin to view elegant Georgian

townhouses and brightly painted doors and cross the River Liffey to view the wide thoroughfare of O’Connell

Street with the General Post Offi ce. Pause to view the gaunt fi gures at the

Famine Memorial before visiting Trinity College’s campus and the Old Library to

view the illuminated manuscript of the Book of Kells. The afternoon is free so that you may use your independent open-top bus tour

voucher with a visit to Guinness or Jameson. Drive to a Dublin Pub for a traditional dinner followed by a great show with Irish music and intricate step dancing. (B, D)

Day 3: Strokestown Park House & WestportVisit Strokestown Park House in County Roscommon. There are three parts to see – the 18th century mansion with its original furnishings; the four-acre walled Victorian garden, restored to look as it would have during the heyday of the estate; and the Famine Museum, which explains the circumstances of the 1840’s Great Irish Famine through a combination of original documents and images. Arrive in Westport and enjoy free time to browse around the town. (B, D)

Day 4: Achill Island & Museum of Country LifeTour Visit Westport House, an 18th century mansion, set in superb parkland with magnifi cent views overlooking Clew Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. See stunning rooms with priceless furnishings, paintings, books, silver and Waterford Crystal. Drive around Clew Bay and cross by bridge to Achill Island. Follow the Atlantic Drive to capture wonderful views of steeply-sloped mountains and the shimmering Atlantic Ocean. Stop in Keel for lunch and see the Deserted Village, the remains of nearly 100 stone cottages abandoned around the time of the 1840’s Famine. In the afternoon visit the Museum of Country Life which recalls living conditions from the mid-19th to the mid-20th century. Return to Westport for free time and dinner on your own. (B, L)

Day 5: Croaghpatrick & Catamaran Cruise Travel south past the pilgrimage mountain of Croaghpatrick and around the lovely Atlantic

shoreline via Louisburgh. Take a short catamaran cruise to see pristine mountain areas, unspoiled by roads and development. You can see traces of ancient potato fi elds on some of the hilly slopes and also view the thriving salmon and mussel farms that create employment for local people. Return to Westport and spend an afternoon at leisure to enjoy the hotel facilities or explore the Georgian town, full of charming stores and cosy pubs. (B, D)

Day 6: Connemara & Cliffs of MoherToday drive via Maam Cross in the heart of the scenic region of Connemara. Here the constantly-changing cloud formations give granite hills, sparkling lakes and peat bogs an added dimension. Take a panoramic tour around the main areas of Galway city and enjoy a browse around on your own. View the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, which rise to almost 700 feet above the wild Atlantic breakers and stretch along the coast for fi ve miles. Then head south for a short ferry ride across the River Shannon. In Killarney check in to your old-world hotel for a 3-night stay and explore the town or relax before dining in the hotel. (B, D)

Day 7: Killarney’s Jaunting Car & Ring of KerryTake a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car ride through the Killarney National Park to the lovely 19th century Muckross House. Tour the house to learn about the history of the owners and their illustrious guests and walk around the gardens. Drive to the delightful town of Kenmare where traditional buildings are brightly painted. Join the Ring of Kerry route at the vantage point of Moll’s Gap for great views of mountains and valleys.

Pause at Ladies’ View to see the Three Lakes of Killarney with the town in the background. Return to Killarney for a free afternoon and dine independently. (B)

Day 8: Dingle Peninsula & Killeen House RestaurantDiscover the glorious Dingle Peninsula with heathery mountains and sandy beaches. Drive to Slea Head at the westernmost tip of the peninsula to view more lovely vistas and early Christian monastic beehive huts. Back in Dingle watch brewing processes at the Dingle Brewing Company and sample some of the local brew. Drive to the South Pole Inn for an Irish coffee and learn about the Antarctic explorer, Tom Crean. In the evening enjoy wonderful atmosphere and cuisine at the award-winning Killeen House Restaurant. (B, D)

Day 9: Blarney Castle & Clontarf Castle StayDrive through County Cork to Blarney Castle to climb to the ramparts and kiss the famous stone. Also visit the Blarney Woollen Mills where quality Irish-made products are gathered under one roof. Drive north to pause for photos at the stately Rock of Cashel, a limestone outcrop containing 12th century church ruins and continue to Dublin. Check in to your luxurious castle hotel, the origins of which date back to the 12th century, and enjoy a farewell dinner with your travel companions. (B, D)

Day 10: Tour Ends Dublin AirportTake a group transfer from your hotel to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon. (B)

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★ 2 lunches (L)


★ Tours of Dublin and Belfast with local guides

★ Farmhouse visit for tea and scones

★ Walking tours of Cork, Derry and Drogheda with local guides



★ Step dancing display in Cabra Castle Hotel


★ Visits and admissions to Kilmainham Gaol, Russborough House, House of Waterford Crystal, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Blasket Centre, Cliffs of Moher, Kylemore Abbey, Museum of Country Life, W. B. Yeats’ Grave, Belleek Pottery Factory, Tower Museum, Giant’s Causeway, Titanic Belfast, Boyne Valley Visitor Centre & Newgrange or Knowth Tomb






Alexander Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)

River Lee Hotel, Cork (1 night)



City Hotel, Derry (2 nights)

Cabra Castle Hotel, Cavan (1 night)

The D Hotel, Drogheda (1 night)

Mar Fri 07 1325

Fri 14 1325

Fri 21 1325

Fri 28 1420

Apr Fri 04 1420

Fri 11 1420

Fri 18 1420

Fri 25 1420

May Fri 02 1640

Fri 09 1640

Fri 16 1640

Fri 23 1640

Fri 30 1680

Jun Fri 06 1680

Fri 13 1680

Fri 20 1680

Fri 27 1680

Jul Fri 04 1680

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Fri 18 1680

Fri 25 1680

Aug Fri 01 1680

Fri 08 1680

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Fri 22 1680

Fri 29 1680

Sep Fri 05 1680

Fri 12 1680

Fri 19 1680

Fri 26 1680

Oct Fri 03 1470

Fri 10 1470

Fri 17 1470

Fri 24 1470

Fri 31 1310

Nov Fri 07 1310

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Tour code: ODA14. All prices in Euro.

Irish OdysseySuperior First Class Hotels – 12 Day Coach Tour


Day 1: Dublin Tour & Kilmainham GaolStart your tour at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your fl ight arrives later, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm join a local guide on a tour of Dublin’s highlights to view Trinity College, General Post Offi ce, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the Famine Memorial. Visit Kilmainham Gaol where many of Ireland’s leaders, including Robert

Emmett, Eamon DeValera and Padraig Pearse, were imprisoned during the

19th and early 20th centuries. In the evening meet your tour director

and travel companions over a welcome drink.

Day 2: Russborough & Irish Night

This morning drive through the delightful scenery of the

Wicklow Mountains to Blessington for a guided tour of stately

Russborough House, a Palladian mansion fi lled with interesting

treasures as well as noted works of art and early photographic collections. The

afternoon is free so that you may use your independent open-top bus voucher with

a visit to Guinness or Jameson. Drive to a Dublin Pub for a traditional dinner followed by a great show with Irish music and intricate step dancing. (B, D)

Day 3: Farmhouse Visit & House of Waterford CrystalTravel through Kildare, known for horse-breeding, a popular pastime and industry in Ireland. Visit a traditional farmhouse to meet the owners and learn about country living while enjoying tea and freshly-baked scones. Drive south to Waterford for a tour around the House of Waterford Crystal. Watch experienced craftspeople create all the various stages of production, from glass blowing and cutting to the fi nal polishing of magnifi cent trophies. Continue along the south coast to Cork and take a brief walking tour of the city with a local guide. (B, D)

Day 4: Blarney Castle & West CorkA few miles outside Cork, visit Blarney Castle and climb to the battlements to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Also visit the Blarney Woollen Mills where you can fi nd quality Irish-made goods of all types, conveniently displayed under one roof. Drive along the lovely coast of Cork via the towns of Clonakilty and Skibbereen to Kenmare. Stop at Moll’s Gap for great views and continue along part of the Ring of Kerry route into Killarney. Check in to your hotel and relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 5: Dingle Peninsula Tour & KillarneyTake a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car ride to Ross Castle to view Lough Leane, largest of Killarney’s lakes. Explore the scenic Dingle Peninsula to experience views of heathery mountains, sandy beaches and rocky headlands.

Visit the Blasket Centre in Dunquin to learn about the offshore Blasket Islands, inhabited until 1953 by hardy farming and fi shing families. Return to the town of Dingle and enjoy a pub lunch before returning to Killarney. The rest of the day is free. (B, L)

Day 6: Adare Village & Cliffs of MoherTravel north to Adare and enjoy a stroll along the main street to take photographs of the charming thatched cottages with brightly coloured fl owers in window boxes and gardens. Drive through the outskirts of Limerick and past Bunratty to the coast of County Clare. Here view the famous Cliffs of Moher, an impressive wall of rock that rises 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Continue to Galway for a panoramic tour and check in to your hotel, which overlooks Galway Bay. (B, D)

Day 7: “The Quiet Man” & ConnemaraDrive to Cong where “The Quiet Man” movie was made in 1952. A guided walk will show you places featured in the production. Travel through Connemara for sweeping views of misty mountains and shimmering lakes. Stop at Kylemore Abbey for a walk through the elegant mansion, set beside a tranquil lake. Have lunch and return to Galway where you are free to explore the city in the evening. (B, L)

Day 8: Country Life Museum & BelleekTravel north to Castlebar to the Museum of Country Life which displays articles used in everyday life during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Continue to County Sligo and pause in Drumcliffe Churchyard at the grave of the writer, W. B. Yeats. Follow the shoreline of Donegal Bay to visit the Belleek Pottery Factory where craftspeople shape and decorate clay into delicate pieces. Continue your drive through the majestic Barnesmore Gap to Derry. (B, D)

Day 9: Derry Walk & Giant’s CausewayJoin a local guide for a walking tour around the ancient city of Derry to see the Guildhall, St. Columb’s Cathedral, the Diamond and the 16th century walls. Visit the award-winning Tower Museum. Stop for photos at the ruined Dunluce Castle and explore the Giant’s Causeway, huge hexagonal basalt columns formed over 60 million years ago. The oversized rocks have given rise to

many legends. Return to Derry for free time. (B, D)

Day 10: Titanic Belfast & Cabra CastleDrive to Belfast for a panoramic city tour followed by a visit to Titanic Belfast to learn about this famous liner through state-of-the-art displays. Travel to Kingscourt and your castle hotel, built in 1760. Arrive mid-afternoon so that you can enjoy this lovely property and maybe play the 9-hole golf course. After dinner in the Court Restaurant, enjoy a display of Irish step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 11: Megalithic Tombs & Historic Drogheda WalkVisit the Boyne Valley Visitor Centre to learn about the 5,000-year-old burial tombs of Newgrange and Knowth. Tour one of them to see how primitive people managed to align huge boulders precisely. Continue to Drogheda, a town that Oliver Cromwell besieged in 1649 and killed 2,000 people, making his name the most hated in Irish history. Join a local guide for a walking tour to see the head of St. Oliver Plunkett, the fi rst Irishman to be canonized in 700 years, and 14th century St. Laurence Gate in the medieval walls. In the evening enjoy a farewell dinner with live music at Wm Cairnes Gastropub, located in a former brewery. (B, D)

Day 12: Tour Ends Dublin AirportTake a 30-minute group transfer to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon. (B)

Tour Highlights

Traditional Irish Show

Titanic Belfast

Glorious Dingle Peninsula

Kylemore Abbey

Giant’s Causeway

Award-Winning Cabra Castle

Hotel Stay

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- Dublin Pub Evening



★ 2 lunches (L) including W. B. Yeats’ themed lunch and guided tour of Sligo


★ Walking tours of Ennis and Derry with local guides

★ Viking boat trip on Lough Ree

★ Irish coffee at Sean’s Bar in Athlone

★ Tours of Belfast and Dublin with your tour director

★ Farmhouse tea and scones with sheepdog display



★ Visits and admissions to Cliffs of Moher, Poulnabrone Dolmen, Clonmacnoise Monastic Site, Athlone Castle, Boyle Abbey, Glenveagh Castle & National Park, Giant’s Causeway, Titanic Belfast, Down Cathedral, St. Patrick Centre, Book of Kells at Trinity College, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Skellig Experience, Foynes Flying Boat Museum and Bunratty Folk Park






Old Ground Hotel, Ennis (1 night)

Sheraton Hotel, Athlone (2 nights)

Kee’s Hotel, Stranorlar (2 nights)

Europa Hotel, Belfast (1 night)

Ashling Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)



Apr Mon07 1525

Mon 14 1525

Mon 21 1525

Mon 28 1720

May Mon 05 1720

Mon 12 1720

Mon 19 1720

Mon 26 1720

Jun Mon 02 1760

Mon 09 1760

Mon 16 1760

Mon 23 1760

Mon 30 1760

Jul Mon 07 1760

Mon 14 1760

Mon 21 1760

Mon 28 1760

Aug Mon 04 1760

Mon 11 1760

Mon 18 1760

Mon 25 1760

Sep Mon 01 1760

Mon 08 1760

Mon 15 1760

Mon 22 1760

Mon 29 1550

Oct Mon 06 1550

Mon 13 1550

Mon 20 1550

Mon 27 1550

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Irish TraditionSuperior First Class Hotels – 12 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

W. B. Yeats’ Lunch & Sligo Tour

Dinner at a Dublin Pub

Giant’s Causeway

Titanic Belfast

Clonmacnoise Monastic Site

Bunratty Castle Farewell Banquet

2-Night Stay in Lakeland Region

Day 1: Shannon Airport Arrival & Ennis Walking TourYour tour starts at Shannon Airport with a transfer between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon to your hotel in the charming marketing town of Ennis. If your fl ight arrives later than 12:00 noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm join a local guide

for a walking tour around the main points of interest. Meet your tour director over a welcome drink to discuss your trip

before dinner in your hotel. (D)

Day 2: Cliffs of Moher & Galway BayTravel to the coast to view the Cliffs of Moher, a fi ve-mile

wall of limestone rising above the foaming Atlantic breakers. See

the rounded limestone hills of the Burren and the Poulnabrone Dolmen, a huge stone monument marking

a Neolithic burial place. Take a panoramic tour around Galway city and continue to your hotel in the town

Athlone, set on crossing place of the mighty River Shannon. (B, D)

Day 3: Athlone Castle & Clonmacnoise

Tour 13th century Athlone Castle located at a strategic crossing point on the River Shannon

and dominates the town. Drive south to visit Clonmacnoise Monastic Site and see round

towers, church ruins and elaborate Celtic crosses. In the afternoon take a scenic boat trip on Lough Ree and visit Sean’s Bar, Ireland’s oldest pub, for an Irish coffee. The evening is at leisure to explore the town. (B)

Day 4: Yeats’ Country Lunch & TourVisit Boyle Abbey and drive to County Sligo to Broc House for a special lunch and talk on the writer W. B. Yeats. Take a drive with a local expert to see places associated with Yeats and continue through County Donegal to Stranorlar. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Glenveagh Castle & Donegal’s Atlantic DriveTravel into the heart of Donegal to Glenveagh National Park where Captain Adair evicted 225 tenants to build Glenveagh Castle in 1870. Learn about the history of the mansion, owners and guests as you tour the rooms and walk around the extensive gardens fi lled with exotic plants. Then experience the glorious natural beauty of the Grand Atlantic Drive, which winds through Downings and Rosapenna and around the coastline. Return to Stranorlar in time for dinner. (B, D)

Day 6: Derry & Giant’s CausewayIn Derry join a local guide for a walking tour to see medieval city walls, the Diamond and St. Columb’s Cathedral. Drive along the north coast, pausing for photos at Dunluce Castle. Explore the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago.

Experience wonderful scenery along the coastal “Nine Glens of Antrim” route and continue to Belfast. (B, D)

Day 7: Titanic Belfast & a Dublin’s Pub EveningTake a panoramic tour around central Belfast followed by a visit to Titanic Belfast to learn about the famous liner through state-of- the-art displays. Visit Down Cathedral to see the reputed burial place of St. Patrick, Ireland’s patron saint. Also visit the St. Patrick Centre to learn about his life and times. Travel to Dublin and in the evening head to a Dublin Pub for Dinner and entertainment. (B, D)

Day 8: Dublin Tour & Book of KellsTour Dublin city to see elegant Georgian squares with brightly-painted doorways; pass St. Stephen’s Green and shopping areas around Nassau Street; cross the River Liffey to O’Connell Street and view the General Post Offi ce where the 1916 Rebellion started. Walk through the campus of Trinity College to view the 8th century manuscript of the Book of Kells. In the afternoon use your independent vouchers for an open-top bus tour all around central Dublin and a visit to Guinness or Jameson. (B)

Day 9: Farmhouse Tea & Blarney CastleDrive through prime agricultural country and pause at the impressive Rock of Cashel with medieval ruins. Visit a nearby sheep farm for freshly-baked scones with tea and fi nd out about country living. Continue south to climb Blarney Castle and kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills or take a look around the village

green. Continue to Killarney and your deluxe hotel overlooking the mountains and lakes. (B, D)

Day 10: Killarney’s Jaunting Car & Ring of KerryTravel by horse-drawn jaunting car to Ross Castle for views of Killarney’s largest lake, Lough Leane. Head off on the Ring of Kerry, one of Ireland’s most popular drives with amazing scenery. Visit the Skellig Experience to learn about early Christian monks and lunch at a friendly pub. Drive through the villages of Waterville and Sneem and stop at Moll’s Gap to view the Three Lakes of Killarney before returning to Killarney. (B, L)

Day 11: Foynes Flying Boats & Bunratty BanquetAfter a leisurely breakfast depart from Killarney and drive to the Foynes Flying Boat Museum. Learn about the early days of fl ight, during the 1930’s and early 1940’s, and this where Irish coffee was fi rst created. Drive to Bunratty and visit the Bunratty Folk Park to see traditional cottages. You may like to spend free time in Durty Nelly’s Pub. In the evening head to 15th century Bunratty Castle’s Great Hall for a medieval-style banquet to carry you to the middle Ages in spirit. (B, D)

Day 12: Tour Ends Shannon AirportYour tour ends with a transfer to Shannon Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon, in good time to check in for onward or return fl ights. (B)

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- Dublin Pub Evening


★ Lunch (L) at Bungalow Farmhouse B & B


★ Tour of Dublin and Belfast with a local guide


★ Ferry rides across the River Shannon and Lough Corrib



★ W. B. Yeats’ themed lunch (L) and tour of Sligo with a local guide


★ Walking tour of Derry


★ Visits and admissions to Russborough House, Book of Kells at Trinity College, National Stud & Japanese Gardens, Skellig Experience, Cliffs of Moher, Cnoc Suain and Kylemore Abbey, Museum of Country Life, W. B. Yeats’ Grave, Triona Design, Giant’s Causeway and Titanic Belfast






Westbury Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)

Killarney Park Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)



Harvey’s Point Hotel, Donegal (2 nights)

Merchant Hotel, Belfast (1 night)

Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2 nights)

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Apr Fri 11 3350 3450

Fri 25 3550 3750

May Fri 09 3550 3750

Fri 23 3550 3750

Jun Fri 13 3800 3950

Fri 27 3800 3950

12 day 13 day

Jul Fri 04 3800 3950

Fri 18 3800 3950

Aug Fri 01 3800 3950

Fri 15 3800 3950

Fri 29 3800 3950

Sep Fri 05 3800 3950

12 day 13 day

Fri 19 3800 3950

Fri 26 3800 3950

Oct Fri 03 3475 3650

Fri 17 3475 3650

Fri 24 3475 3650

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Emerald SupremeDeluxe & Castle Hotels – 12 or 13 Day Coach Tour

Exclusive luxury travel with capacity of persons

Take a short cruise on Lough Corrib to approach Ashford Castle from the water so you can take photos of the incredible views. Unwind in luxurious surroundings and experience superb cuisine in Ashford’s lovely restaurant. (B, D)

Day 7: Connemara & “The Quiet Man” WalkTravel through Connemara to Leenane and embark on a catamaran cruise around Killary Harbour, Ireland’s only fjord. As you sip an Irish coffee, see remains of houses and potato patches abandoned during the 1840’s Famine as well as stunning scenery. Stop at Kylemore Abbey Visitor Centre for photos of the abbey’s tranquil lakeside setting. Take a walking tour around Cong to see movie locations of the 1952 production of “The Quiet Man.” In the evening drive to the nearby village of Clonbur for an informal dinner with local entertainment at Eddie’s Pub. (B, D)

Day 8: Country Life & Yeats’ Country TourVisit the Museum of Country Life to view exhibits of domestic goods and farm implements in daily use during the 19th and early 20th centuries when farming was the way of life for most people. Continue to County Sligo to Broc House for lunch and a talk on the writer W. B. Yeats who spent much of his time in Sligo and loved the scenery. After lunch take a drive with a local expert to see places associated with Yeats – Lough Gill, Glencar Waterfall and his grave at Drumcliffe. A short drive will take you to Harvey’s Point Hotel, set in glorious scenery a few miles outside Donegal town. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Slieve League Cliffs & DonegalCounty Donegal is renowned for its rugged scenery, sheep and Donegal tweed and today you will experience the best that this remote county offers to visitors. Drive to the fi shing port of Killybegs and on to Teelin to view Slieve League sea cliffs, the highest in Europe, reaching 1,972 feet. The cliffs drop straight down to the wild Atlantic waves creating breathtaking views. Enjoy coffee or tea with home-baked scones before driving through the majestic Glengesh Pass to Ardara. Visit Triona Design to see demonstrations of spinning, weaving and knitting. (B, D)

Day 10 : Derry Walk & Giant’s CausewayTake a walking tour around Derry’s medieval walls, which completely encircle the old city. Learn about the history of the city as you pass the Diamond and St. Columb’s Cathedral. Pause for photos at the ruins of Dunluce Castle before visiting the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. Experience wonderful views of mountains, valleys and bays along the “Nine Glens of Antrim”

as you head towards Belfast. Check in to your elegant Victorian hotel, built as the headquarters of the Ulster Bank with many architectural details. Experience fi ne dining in the Great Room Restaurant, once the main Banking Hall. (B, D)

Day 11: Titanic Belfast & Dublin’s Shelbourne HotelA local guide will show you the highlights of Belfast, including Victorian buildings, the imposing City Hall 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. Drive past the gentle slopes of the Mourne Mountains to Dublin and check in to your landmark hotel on St. Stephen’s Green. Enjoy a farewell dinner at a Dublin Pub followed by a lively show of traditional Irish songs and a display of step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 12: Depart for home or Extra day in DublinFor clients booked on our 12 day tour, complimentary group transfers are provided to Dublin airport to arrive at 06:00am, 09:00am or 12:00 noon (B).

For those on our 13 Day tour the entire day is at leisure so you may schedule sightseeing as you wish. Use your open-top bus tour voucher to explore Dublin – you may get on and off at any of the 23 stops along the route, which include Dublin’s most popular attractions. Take a tour around either Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery to see stout or whiskey production techniques and enjoy a drink of the fi nished product. (B)

Day 13: Tour Ends Dublin AirportTake a taxi transfer to Dublin Airport in good time for your fl ight home. (B)

Day 1: Dublin & Russborough HouseYour tour starts at Dublin Airport with a transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your fl ight arrives later, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm take a short ride through the Wicklow Mountains for a guided tour around stately Russborough House, a Palladian mansion fi lled with interesting treasures as well as noted works of art and early photographic collections. In the evening discuss your itinerary with your tour director and your fellow travellers over a welcome drink and you are free to dine independently.

Day 2: Dublin Tour & Book of KellsThis morning see central Dublin’s public buildings, tranquil parks and bustling shopping streets. Drive past Leinster House, the seat of government, and St. Stephen’s Green. Cross the River Liffey and see

the wide O’Connell Street with many monuments and pause at the Famine Memorial.

Walk through Trinity College to see stately buildings and visit

the Old Library where the priceless 8th century

manuscript of the Book of Kells is housed. In the afternoon you may

take an independent open-top bus tour and visit Guinness or Jameson. In the evening head

out to O’Connell’s Restaurant for an elegant dinner with live music. (B, D)

Day 3: National Stud & Farmhouse LunchTravel to Kildare to visit the Irish

National Stud to learn about the valuable horse breeding industry and walk through the charming Japanese Gardens, which represent

the “Life of Man” from cradle to grave. Enjoy a home-style lunch at a farmhouse and chat about country living with the owners. Drive south past the gentle slopes of the Galtee Mountains, through the town of Mallow and on to Killarney, famous for its scenic location. Check in to your hotel and enjoy a superb dinner in the fi ne restaurant. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Ring of Kerry & Killeen House RestaurantStart your day with a jaunting car ride to Ross Castle, set on one of Killarney’s lakes. Then travel around the Ring of Kerry drive where every bend in 100 miles of road reveals breathtaking views of mountains and the Atlantic Ocean. At the tip of the peninsula visit the Skellig Experience, which shows the austere conditions of early Christian monastic life on the nearby rocky islands. Today the islands provide sanctuary for sea birds. Return through the attractive village of Sneem and pause at Moll’s Gap for panoramic views of Killarney. In the evening enjoy a warm welcome and delicious cuisine at award-winning Killeen House Restaurant. (B, D)

Day 5: Cliffs of Moher & Dromoland CastleTake a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary to visit the Cliffs of Moher, majestic walls of rock, which extend fi ve miles along the coast. You may walk to O’Brien’s Tower at the highest point for a view of the Aran Islands in Galway Bay. Journey through part of the Burren to the lovely Dromoland Castle Hotel. Relax in the wonderful setting or take a short drive to Bunratty Village for an opportunity to visit Bunratty Castle and Folk Park or the 200-year-old pub of Durty Nelly’s. In the evening experience gourmet dining in the hotel’s elegant dining room. (B, D)

Day 6: Gaelic Ireland & Ashford CastleTake a panoramic tour around Galway and then drive to Spiddal to visit Cnoc Suain, a restored 17th century hill-village set in a beautiful landscape where you will be immersed in local Irish culture.

Tour Highlights

Ireland’s Best Deluxe

& Castle Hotels

Prize-Winning Dromoland

& Ashford Castles

Ring of Kerry Tour

Cliffs of Moher

Special Dining Experiences

Yeats’ Tour of Sligo


Giant’s Causeway

Titanic Belfast

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★ 1 lunch (L)



★ Walking tours of Derry and Waterford with local guides





★ 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






Conrad Hotel, Dublin (1 night)


City Hotel, Derry (1 night)

Hotel Westport, Westport (2 nights)




Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin (1 or 2 nights)

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Mar Sat 08 1430 1550

Sat 15 1430 1550

Sat 22 1430 1550

Sat 29 1540 1675

Apr Thur 03 1540 1675

Sat 05 1540 1675

Thur 10 1540 1675

Sat 12 1540 1675

Thur 17 1540 1675

Sat 19 1540 1675

Thur 24 1540 1675

Sat 26 1540 1675

May Thur 01 1765 1925

Sat 03 1765 1925

Thur 08 1765 1925

Sat 10 1765 1925

Thur 15 1765 1925

Sat 17 1765 1925

Thur 22 1765 1925

Sat 24 1765 1925

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Sat 31 1815 1975

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Thur 12 1815 1975

Sat 14 1815 1975

Thur 19 1815 1975

Sat 21 1815 1975

Thur 26 1815 1975

Sat 28 1815 1975

Jul Thur 03 1815 1975

Sat 05 1815 1975

Thur 10 1815 1975

Sat 12 1815 1975

Thur 17 1815 1975

Sat 19 1815 1975

Thur 24 1815 1975

Sat 26 1815 1975

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Thur 21 1815 1975

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Aug Sat 23 1815 1975

Thur 28 1815 1975

Sat 30 1815 1975

Sep Thur 04 1815 1975

Sat 06 1815 1975

Thur 11 1815 1975

Sat 13 1815 1975

Thur 18 1815 1975

Sat 20 1815 1975

Thur 25 1815 1975

Sat 27 1585 1690

Oct Thur 02 1585 1690

Sat 04 1585 1690

Thur 09 1585 1690

Sat 11 1585 1690

Thur 16 1585 1690

Sat 18 1585 1690

Thur 23 1585 1690

Sat 25 1585 1690

Nov Sat 01 1430 1550

Sat 08 1430 1550

Sat 15 1430 1550

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Tour code: CLA14 . All prices in Euro.

Irish ClassicSuperior First Class Hotels: 12 or 13 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights


Dinner/Show in Dublin

Giant’s Causeway

Derry & Waterford Walks

Jaunting Car Ride

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 fl ight 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, which was the seat of power and government for many centuries. 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 offi ce.

Also see rural cottages set in gardens and

fi elds and showing crafts, crops and farm animals.

Drive to your hotel in central Belfast and relax before

dinner. (B, D)

Day 3: Titanic Belfast & Mount Stewart House

This 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 & DerryDrive 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. (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. (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. (B, D)

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 huge boulders of the Poulnabrone Dolmen. Walk along the majestic Cliffs of Moher, which rise 700 feet above the foaming Atlantic Ocean. 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 8: Flying Boat Museum & Dingle Peninsula Drive through the outskirts of Limerick and alongside the River Shannon to visit Foynes Flying Boat Museum. During the 1930s and early 1940s, 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)

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 fl owers 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” and 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 & Dublin Pub EveningVisit 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 1940s Famine. Stop at the nearby Kennedy Homestead where the ancestors of President Kennedy lived. In Dublin, this evening’s destination is a Dublin Pub for dinner with traditional Irish songs and intricate step-dancing. (B,D)

Day 12: Tour Ends Dublin or Add a DayIf you are on a 12-day tour, take a group transfer to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon (B).

If you have chosen a 13-day program, enjoy an independent open-top bus tour with a visit to Guinness or Jameson and an airport transfer on the following day. (B)


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★ Transfers on arrival and departure

★ Sightseeing by luxury coach throughout

★ Dublin open-top bus tour with complimentary visit and a drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery

★ Services of a professional Irish tour director

★ Superior fi rst class hotels with private bath/shower for 13 or 14 nights

★ Full Irish breakfasts (B) except Day 1


- Medieval Banquet at Knappogue Castle

- Dinner and Traditional show in Dublin

- Wm Cairnes Gastropub dinner



★ 2 lunches (L)


★ Walking tours of Kinsale, Drogheda and Derry with local guides


★ Horse drawn Jaunting car ride in Killarney

★ Irish Coffee at the South pole Inn

★ Catamaran cruise of Killary Fjord with an Irish coffee

★ Slieve League Sea Cliffs followed by home-baked scones with coffee or tea

★ Visits and admissions to Dublin castle, Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens, House of Waterford Crystal, Muckross House & Gardens, Dingle Brewing Company, Foynes Flying Boat Museum, Cliffs of Moher, Kylemore Abbey Visitor Centre, Knock Shrine, W. B. Yeats’ Grave, Belleek Pottery Factory, Triona Design, Donegal Castle Giant’s Causeway, Titanic Belfast and Battle of the Boyne Centre

★ Deluxe fl ight bag, ticket wallet, luggage tags & strap





Davenport Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)

Acton’s Hotel, Kinsale (1 night)

Benners Hotel, Dingle (2 nights)



Mill Park Hotel, Donegal (2 nights)

Radisson Blu Hotel, Belfast (1 night)

Cabra Castle Hotel, Kingscourt (1 night)


Croke Park Hotel, Dublin (1 night – 15-day tour only)

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Mar Fri 07 1800 1900

Fri 14 1800 1900

Fri 21 1800 1900

Fri 28 1850 1965

Apr Fri 04 1850 1965

Sun 06 1850 1965

Fri 11 1850 1965

Sun 13 1850 1965

Fri 18 1850 1965

Sun 20 1850 1965

Fri 25 1850 1965

Sun 27 1850 1965

May Fri 02 2125 2250

Sun 04 2125 2250

Fri 09 2125 2250

Sun 11 2125 2250

Fri 16 2125 2250

Sun 18 2125 2250

Fri 23 2125 2250

Sun 25 2125 2250

Fri 30 2145 2275

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Jun Sun 01 2145 2275

Fri 06 2145 2275

Sun 08 2145 2275

Fri 13 2145 2275

Sun 15 2145 2275

Fri 20 2145 2275

Sun 22 2145 2275

Fri 27 2145 2275

Sun 29 2175 2295

Jul Fri 04 2175 2295

Sun 06 2175 2295

Fri 11 2175 2295

Sun 13 2175 2295

Fri 18 2175 2295

Sun 20 2175 2295

Fri 25 2175 2295

Sun 27 2175 2295

Aug Fri 01 2175 2295

Sun 03 2175 2295

Fri 08 2175 2295

Sun 10 2175 2295

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Aug Fri 15 2175 2295

Sun 17 2175 2295

Fri 22 2175 2295

Sun 24 2175 2295

Fri 29 2145 2275

Sun 31 2145 2275

Sep Fri 05 2145 2275

Sun 07 2145 2275

Fri 12 2145 2275

Sun 14 2145 2275

Fri 19 2145 2275

Sun 21 2145 2275

Fri 26 2145 2275

Sun 28 1875 1999

Oct Fri 03 1875 1999

Sun 05 1875 1999

Fri 10 1875 1999

Sun 12 1875 1999

Fri 17 1875 1999

Sun 19 1875 1999

Fri 24 1875 1999

SRS 525 550



Jewels of IrelandSuperior First Class Hotels – 14 or 15 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Knappogue Castle

Medieval Banquet

Dublin Dinner / Show



2-Night Dingle Stay

Overnights in Historic Kinsale

& Cabra Castle Hotel

Day 1: Dublin Castle & City TourStart your tour at Dublin Airport with a group transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your fl ight arrives later, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm tour Dublin to see elegant Georgian squares, Trinity College, St. Stephen’s Green, the Famine Memorial and O’Connell Street. Take a guided tour through parts of Dublin Castle, which was the seat of power and government for many centuries. Back at your hotel enjoy a welcome drink.

Day 2: National Stud & Dublin Pub Evening

In Kildare visit the Irish National Stud to see many lovely horses and learn

about breeding and racing. Also walk through the charming Japanese

Gardens, laid out over 100 years ago to represent life from the

cradle to the grave. Return to Dublin where the afternoon is free for an independent

open-top bus tour with a visit to Guinness or Jameson. Head to a Dublin Pub for dinner with traditional

music, songs and step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 3: Waterford Crystal & Kinsale Walk

Travel south to the ancient port of Waterford. At the House of Waterford

Crystal watch skilled craftspeople blow and cut crystal to create elegant

tableware and special trophies. Drive through Cork to Kinsale, a delightful old fi shing town, which is now renowned for sailing and gourmet food. Join a local guide for a short walk around Kinsale’s historic streets. (B, D)

Day 4: Jaunting Car & KillarneyDrive via Macroom to Kenmare and along part of the Ring of Kerry for splendid views. Tour stately 19th century Muckross House and travel through the peaceful Killarney National Park into Killarney by jaunting car. Continue your journey along the Dingle Peninsula, enjoying views of heathery mountains, sandy beaches and rocky headlands. Check in to your hotel in Dingle, a lively and attractive town. (B, D)

Day 5: Dingle Peninsula Tour & South Pole InnDiscover the glorious Dingle Peninsula with heathery mountains and sandy beaches. Drive to Slea Head at the westernmost tip of the peninsula before returning to the town of Dingle for a pub lunch. Drive to the nearby South Pole Inn for an Irish coffee and learn about the Antarctic explorer, Tom Crean. The evening is free. (B, L)

Day 6: Cliffs of Moher & BanquetVisit the Foynes Flying Boat Museum, which recalls early days of fl ying during the 1930’s and early 1940’s. Travel to Bunratty to your hotel near Durty Nelly’s and Bunratty Folk Park. At 2:30 pm depart for the Cliffs of Moher, a dramatic wall of rock that plunges to the Atlantic Ocean. Drive a few miles to 15th century Knappogue Castle for a medieval-style banquet with entertainment. (B, D)

Day 7: Sheepdog Trials & GalwayTravel through the rounded limestone hills of the Burren and watch skilled dogs work with a farmer to round up sheep. Stop for a look around the coastal village of Ballyvaughan and take a short panoramic drive around Galway before checking in to your hotel set on Galway Bay. (B, D)

Day 8: Catamaran Cruise & Kylemore Abbey Travel along the shores of Galway Bay to Spiddal and head to Leenane to embark on a short cruise of Killary Harbour. Enjoy an Irish coffee as you view traces of pre-Famine potato “lazy beds.” Tour Kylemore Abbey, a splendid mansion set on a peaceful lake with a lovely chapel. Enjoy lunch and stroll through the Victorian gardens before returning to Galway. (B, L)

Day 9: Belleek China & Donegal BayDrive north into County Mayo to visit the pilgrimage town of Knock and in County Sligo view W. B. Yeats’ Grave. Tour the Belleek Pottery Factory, founded in the mid-19th century, to see craftspeople create the renowned fi ne china. Drive to Donegal town for a look around on your own before checking in to your hotel on the outskirts of the town. (B, D)

Day 10: Slieve League Cliffs & Donegal CastleDrive along the coast of Donegal to view Slieve League sea cliffs, the highest in Europe reaching 1,972 feet. The cliffs drop straight down to the wild Atlantic waves creating marvellous views. Enjoy coffee or tea with home-baked scones before driving through Glengesh Pass to Ardara to visit Triona Design for demonstrations of spinning and knitting. Stop in Donegal town for a tour of Donegal Castle, built by the O’Donnell chieftain in the 15th century and return to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 11: Derry Walk & Giant’s CausewayTake a walking tour with a local guide to see Derry’s medieval walls, the Diamond and St. Columb’s Cathedral. Pause for photos at Dunluce Castle before visiting the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic

activity over 60 million years ago. Continue along the scenic coastal drive of the “Nine Glens of Antrim” to your stylish hotel in Belfast, close to the waterfront and city attractions. (B, D)

Day 12: Titanic Belfast & Cabra CastleTour Belfast to see Victorian buildings and the shipyards where RMS Titanic was built in 1912. Visit Titanic Belfast to learn about this famous liner through state-of-the-art displays. Learn about Ireland’s patron saint in the St. Patrick Centre before driving to Kingscourt to your lovely castle hotel, built in 1760. Arrive in time to enjoy the facilities, including a 9-hole golf course. After dinner, youthful dancers will display intricate Irish step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 13: Battle of the Boyne Centre & DroghedaVisit the Battle of the Boyne Centre to learn about the 1690 confl ict between King William III and his father-in-law, King James II. Then travel into Drogheda for a walking tour around the old streets of this historic town. Check in to your centrally-located hotel and in the evening enjoy dinner in the Wm Cairnes Gastropub with live musical entertainment. (B, D)

Day 14: End Your Tour or Extend to Dublin If you are on a 14-day tour, take a group transfer to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon (B)

If you have chosen the 15-day tour, drive to your hotel in Dublin and spend the day sightseeing independently. Take a taxi transfer to Dublin Airport on day 15. (B)

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- Scottish Highland Evening

- Edinburgh restaurant dinner



★ Tours of Glasgow and Edinburgh

★ Loch Ness scenic cruise

★ Blair Athol Distillery whisky tasting and tour

★ Edinburgh ghost walking tour

★ Reserved seats for Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on July 29 to August 19 departures

★ Visits and admissions to Provand’s Lordship, Spean Bridge Woollen Mill, St Andrews, Edinburgh Castle.




YOUR HOTELS


Thistle Hotel, Glasgow (1 night)

The Newton Hotel, Nairn (Sun & Tue depts.) or Columba Hotel, Inverness (Fri depts.) (1 night)

Marriott Dalmahoy Hotel, Edinburgh (2 or 3 nights)

5 day 6 day

Mar Sun 09 699 799

Sun 16 699 799

Sun 23 699 799

Sun 30 710 810

Apr Tue 01 710 810

Fri 04 710 810

Sun 06 710 810

Tue 08 710 810

Fri 11 710 810

Sun 13 710 810

Tue 15 710 810

Fri 18 710 810

Sun 20 710 810

Tue 22 710 810

Fri 25 710 810

Sun 27 710 810

Tue 29 770 875

May Fri 02 770 875

Sun 04 770 875

Tue 06 770 875

Fri 09 770 875

Sun 11 770 875

Tue 13 770 875

Fri 16 770 875

Sun 18 770 875

Tue 20 770 875

Fri 23 770 875

Sun 25 770 875

Tue 27 770 875

Fri 30 770 875

Jun Sun 01 770 875

Tue 03 770 875

Fri 06 770 875

Sun 08 770 875

5 day 6 day

Tue 10 770 875

Fri 13 770 875

Sun 15 770 875

Tue 17 770 875

Fri 20 770 875

Sun 22 770 875

Tue 24 770 875

Fri 27 770 875

Sun 29 770 875

Jul Tue 01 770 875

Fri 04 770 875

Sun 06 770 875

Tue 08 770 875

Fri 11 770 875

Sun 13 770 875

Tue 15 770 875

Fri 18 770 875

Sun 20 770 875

Tue 22 770 875

Fri 25 770 875

Sun 27 770 875

Tue 29 950 1085

Aug Fri 01 950 1085

Sun 03 950 1085

Tue 05 950 1085

Fri 08 950 1085

Sun 10 950 1085

Tue 12 950 1085

Fri 15 950 1085

Sun 17 950 1085

Tue 19 950 1085

Fri 22 950 1085

Sun 24 770 875

Tue 26 770 875

5 day 6 day

Fri 29 770 875

Sun 31 770 875

Sep Tue 02 770 875

Fri 05 770 875

Sun 07 770 875

Tue 09 770 875

Fri 12 770 875

Sun 14 770 875

Tue 16 770 875

Fri 19 770 875

Sun 21 770 875

Tue 23 770 875

Fri 26 770 875

Sun 28 770 875

Tue 30 699 799

Oct Fri 03 699 799

Sun 05 699 799

Tue 07 699 799

Fri 10 699 799

Sun 12 699 799

Tue 14 699 799

Fri 17 699 799

Sun 19 699 799

Tue 21 699 799

Fri 24 699 799

Sun 26 699 799

Tue 28 699 799

Nov Sun 02 699 799

Tue 04 699 799

Sun 09 699 799

Sun 16 699 799

Sun 23 699 799

Sun 30 699 799

SRS 215 275

Tour starts in Glasgow Departure Dates and Price p/p sharing

Tour code SCA14. All prices in Euro.

Taste of Scotland Superior First Class Hotels – 5 or 6 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights

Dinner & Walking Tour

in Edinburgh

Loch Ness Cruise

Scottish Highland entertainment

Edinburgh Castle

Day 1: Glasgow HighlightsStart your trip at Glasgow Airport with a group transfer to your hotel, departing at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. If you arrive later than

noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:30 pm tour

Glasgow, a city that fl ourished in Victorian times. Drive around George Square with its ornate City Chambers and nearby Glasgow Cathedral.

Visit Provand’s Lordship, Glasgow’s oldest house built in 1471, and step back in time to discover Glasgow’s unique history. The house was originally part of a hospital and has been extensively restored and furnished. Join your tour director and travel companions for a welcome drink before dinner. (D)

Day 2: Loch Lomond & Loch Ness CruiseTravel alongside the famous Loch Lomond, renowned for its unsurpassed beauty. Travel

through the deep valley of Glen Coe, notorious for the Campbell massacre of the Clan Macdonald in 1692. Continue through Fort William and stop at the Spean Bridge Woollen Mill, which offers a good selection of quality Scottish goods. At Fort Augustus embark on a short cruise on Loch Ness to keep an eye out for “Nessie.” Continue to Nairn for a Scottish Highland evening. (Friday departures will stay in Inverness.) (B, D)

Day 3: Whisky Tasting & St AndrewsDrive to Blair Athol Distillery in Pitlochry to see how whisky is distilled and sample some. Continue south to St Andrews, renowned as the “Home of Golf” and for its university, Scotland’s oldest. Spend some time to explore on your own before driving to Edinburgh and check in to your hotel, a few miles from the city and set in lovely grounds with a golf course. In the evening dine at a popular restaurant and head off on a fun walking tour to discover the haunts of Edinburgh’s eccentric characters in the narrow streets of the old city. (B, D)

Day 4: Edinburgh Castle & City TourThis morning an Edinburgh city guide will point out the principal sights of this capital city. Drive

along the bustling Princes Street and through the gracious, wide streets of the 200-year-old Georgian New Town. Walk along part of the Royal Mile where compact medieval houses reach 11 fl oors tall. Visit Edinburgh Castle, which dominates the city and contains the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Scone. The balance of the day is free. On July 29 to August 19 departures, seats are reserved for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)

Day 5: Homeward bound or extra day in EdinburghFor those of you on our 5 day tour, your tour ends today. Transfers are provided to Edinburgh airport. Your tour crew will coordinate (B).

For those of you who have chosen our 6 day option, you are free to use your voucher for an independent open top, hop on, hop off bus tour of Edinburgh to allow you to explore the city at your own pace.

Day 6: FarewellA transfer to Edinburgh airport is provided (B).

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- Scottish Evening in Edinburgh




★ Round trip ferry transportation to Isle of Bute

★ Tea and scones at Falls of Feugh


★ Edinburgh open-top bus tour (7-day tour only)

★ Visits and admissions to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Mount Stuart House, Glamis Castle, St Andrews and Edinburgh Castle




DELUXE HOTELS


Mar Hall Hotel, Glasgow (2 nights)

Norwood Hall Hotel, Aberdeen (1 night)

Caledonian by Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Edinburgh (2 or 3 nights)

6 day 7 day

May Mon 05 1400 1700

Mon 19 1400 1700

Jun Mon 02 1400 1700

Mon 16 1400 1700

Mon 30 1400 1700

6 day 7 day

Jul Mon 14 1400 1700

Mon 28 1500 1800

Aug Mon 04 1500 1800

Mon 11 1500 1800

Mon 18 1500 1800

Sep Mon 08 1400 1700

6 day 7 day

Sep Mon 22 1400 1700

Mon 29 1375 1675

Oct Mon 06 1375 1675

Mon 13 1375 1675

Mon 20 1375 1675

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Tour Highlights:

Luxurious Hotels Throughout

Mount Stuart House

& Isle of Bute

Glamis Castle

Highland Scenery

St Andrews – Home of Golf

Edinburgh Touring

Scottish SupremeDeluxe Hotels: 6 or 7 Day Coach Tour

Day 1: Glasgow City TourArrive in Glasgow Airport. At 2:30

pm take a coach tour around Glasgow’s main attractions and visit Kelvingrove

Art Gallery and Museum. Meet your tour director and fellow travellers over a welcome

drink before dinner. (D)

Day 2: Isle of Bute & Mount Stuart

HouseTake a short ferry ride to

the Isle of Bute to tour Mount Stuart House. This Neo-Gothic

country house was built in the late 1870s for the 3rd Marquess of Bute and

installed with many Victorian comforts such

as a heated swimming pool and an elevator. After your guided tour around the

highly-decorated chambers, take a walk

through the gardens and spend some time in Rothesay, the main town on

the island. Return to your hotel where you are free

to relax and use hotel facilities before dinner. (B, D)

Day 3: Highlands & Royal DeesideTravel through the Trossachs, often called the “Highlands in Miniature” with its many lakes and mountains. Pause for photos in Glenshee and continue to Braemar, renowned for its Highland Games and drive along “Royal Deeside.” This lovely region was made popular by Queen Victoria who built Balmoral Castle as her Scottish retreat. Stop at the Falls of Feugh to sample afternoon tea with freshly-baked scones and learn about Highland life from a local resident. Continue to Aberdeen in time to relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 4: Glamis Castle & St AndrewsTour Glamis Castle, the legendary setting of “Macbeth” and childhood home of the late Queen Mother and enjoy coffee and shortbread in a 16th century chamber. Head to St Andrews, the “Home of Golf.” See the famous Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the Old Course and enjoy free time to visit the British Golf Museum or browse through the medieval town with its cathedral and castle. Continue into Edinburgh for a lively Scottish Evening with dinner and entertainment. (B, D)

Day 5: Edinburgh Castle & City Tour

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This morning explore Edinburgh on a sightseeing tour. Compare and contrast the wide streets and elegant mansions of the Georgian 200-year-old “New Town” with the narrow lanes and medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile, the oldest part of the city. Finish your tour at the imposing Edinburgh Castle where you can see historic buildings and enjoy splendid views of Edinburgh. The balance of the day is free for independent touring and dining. On July 28 to August 18 Departures, seats are reserved for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (B)

Day 6: Depart Edinburgh Airport or Extend your StayIf you are on a 6-day tour, take a group transfer to arrive at Edinburgh Airport (B).

If you have booked our 7-day tour, take an open-top bus tour – you have a choice of tours that feature different aspects of the city. A transfer to Edinburgh Airport is included on day 7. (B)

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- Welcome dinner in London

- Cardiff Castle Welsh Banquet



★ Tours of London, Cardiff and Stratford-upon-Avon

★ Narrow-gauge train ride in Snowdonia

★ Walking tours of Oxford and Windsor

★ Visits and admissions to Tower of London, Stonehenge, Roman Baths & Pump Room, Cardiff Castle, National Slate Museum, Caernarfon Castle, Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Windsor Castle




YOUR HOTELS


Radisson Blu Edwardian Grafton Hotel, London (2 nights)

Maldron hotel, Cardiff (1 night)

Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon (2 nights)

Shakespeare Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon (1 night)

Macdonald Windsor Hotel, Windsor (1 night)Apr Sat 19 1399

Sat 26 1399

May Sat 03 1425

Sat 10 1425

Sat 17 1425

Sat 24 1425

Sat 31 1440

Jun Sat 07 1440

Sat 14 1440

Sat 21 1440

Jun Sat 28 1440

Jul Sat 05 1440

Sat 12 1440

Sat 19 1440

Sat 26 1440

Aug Sat 02 1440

Sat 09 1440

Sat 16 1440

Sat 23 1440

Sat 30 1440

Sep Sat 06 1440

Sat 13 1440

Sat 20 1440

Sat 27 1440

Oct Sat 04 1399

Sat 11 1399

Sat 18 1399

Sat 25 1399

Nov Sat 01 1399

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Tour starts in London Departure Dates and Price p/p sharing

Tour code: ICA14. All prices in Euro.

Tour Highlights

Stunning Welsh Scenery

Welsh Banquet at Cardiff Castle

Tower of London & Crown Jewels

Stonehenge and Bath

Shakespeare’s Birthplace

Windsor Castle

of Llangollen before heading across the English border into Shropshire. Explore the picturesque town of Bridgenorth to see fi ne gabled and half-timbered houses. Drive to Stratford-upon-Avon for a panoramic tour around the lovely old town with distinctive black-and-white houses and shops. Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace to see an exhibition about his life and work. Then enter the house where he was born to see rooms furnished as they would have been in his day. Check in to your nearby Tudor-style hotel and enjoy free time before dinner. (B, D)

Day 7: Cotswolds & Windsor CastleDrive through part of the Cotswolds and stop in the village of Broadway to look at quaint old houses built of honey-hued stone. Drive south to Oxford for a walking tour through the historic city to learn about the most famous colleges, including Christ Church College, founded in 1524, and the many prominent graduates. Take some time for a browse around Oxford on your own. A short drive will bring you to Windsor to visit Windsor Castle, one of The Queen’s offi cial residences and the largest occupied castle in the world. Marvel at the size of the castle and walk through the lavishly decorated State Apartments. Check in to your hotel, close to the Castle, for a farewell dinner with your travel group and take a brief walking tour around the town after dinner. (B, D)

Day 8: Tour Ends Heathrow AirportTake a transfer to Heathrow Airport in time for check in formalities. Transfers to Gatwick Airport can be arranged at additional cost. (B)

proud capital, to view the principal features and the regenerated Cardiff Bay area. Drive through the gentle hills of Brecon Beacons National Park and continue north through charming countryside, where sheep graze peacefully. Wales is famous for its wool production and its mainly agricultural economy. Take a narrow-gauge train ride through the heart of Snowdonia to admire mountain scenery. Travel to Caernarfon for your next overnight stay. Caernarfon is renowned for its great stone castle, built in 1283 by Edward I, where Charles, the Prince of Wales, was invested in 1969. You may stroll around the narrow old streets after dinner. (B, D)

Day 5: National Slate Museum & Caernarfon CastleToday tour scenic North Wales starting at the National Slate Museum which relates the hardships of this region’s slate industry, developed in Victorian times. As you drive through the countryside view Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales. Pause in the village of Betws-y-Coed before heading to Conwy, a walled town with a huge castle, centuries-old buildings and the smallest house in Britain. Back in Caernarfon, tour Caernarfon Castle, once a vast military stronghold and a royal palace. Explore walkways around the massive walls and battlements that dominate the town. After dinner you may like to check out some of the old pubs around the town. (B, D)

Day 6: Llangollen & Stratford-upon-AvonDrive through the gentle scenery of North Wales and take a break in the charming village

Day 1: London & Welcome DinnerYour trip starts at Heathrow Airport with a pre-booked independent transfer to your hotel. A transfer from Gatwick Airport can be arranged at an additional cost. The balance of the day is at leisure to relax or do some sightseeing on your own. In the evening meet your tour director and fellow travellers and enjoy a welcome drink while you discuss your vacation and the places that you will

visit. Then sit down for a welcome dinner in your hotel. (D)

Day 2: City Sights & Tower of London

This morning take a panoramic

tour of central London to

see some of the famous

landmarks including

Piccadilly Circus, Nelson’s Column and lions of Trafalgar Square, Big Ben towering over the Houses of Parliament and Hyde Park. Visit the Tower of London to view the magnifi cent Crown Jewels, guarded by Beefeaters in distinctive Tudor uniforms. Learn about the many famous and royal prisoners held in the dungeons and see the ravens, symbols of the endurance of the Tower. The afternoon is at leisure for shopping or further sightseeing; there is no shortage of great things to see and do in this exciting city. In the evening you are free for dinner. (B)

Day 3: Stonehenge, Bath & Cardiff Castle BanquetDrive to Salisbury Plain to view the huge monoliths of Stonehenge and learn about their history. Next stop in Bath, popular for its natural hot springs with the Romans 2,000years ago and again in the Regency period. Take a short panoramic drive to view elegant row houses and Bath Abbey before visiting the Roman Baths and Pump Room to see many sections still preserved after two millennia. Travel into Wales for a tour around Cardiff Castle, developed in Roman times and transformed into an elaborate Gothic-style castle in the 19th century. Then sit down in the Castle for a fun Welsh banquet with entertainment. (B, D)

Day 4: Brecon Beacons & SnowdoniaTake a panoramic drive around Cardiff, Wales’

Heart of Wales& England

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★ Tours of London, Edinburgh and Glasgow

★ London open-top bus tour with Tower of London or Kensington Palace visit


★ Ceilidh with singers, piper and dancers in Inverness

★ Loch Lomond scenic cruise

★ Reserved seats for Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on August 1 to 15 departures

★ Visits and admissions to St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Beatles Story, Old Blacksmith’s Shop at Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle, St Andrews, Blair Castle.






Doubletree by Hilton West End Hotel, London (2 nights)

Radisson Blu Hotel, Liverpool (1 night)

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh (2 nights)

Columba Hotel, Inverness (1 night)

Menzies Hotel, Glasgow (1 night)

Apr Fri 11 1375

Fri 18 1375

Fri 25 1375

May Fri 02 1425

Fri 09 1425

Fri 16 1425

Fri 23 1425

Fri 30 1475

Jun Fri 06 1475

Fri 13 1475

Jun Fri 20 1475 Fri 27 1475

Jul Fri 04 1475

Fri 11 1475

Fri 18 1475

Fri 25 1475

Aug Fri 01 1575

Fri 08 1575

Fri 15 1575

Fri 22 1575

Aug Fri 29 1475

Fri 12 1475

Sep Fri 05 1475

Fri 19 1475

Fri 26 1475

Oct Fri 03 1375

Fri 10 1375

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Fri 24 1375

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Day 1: London Arrival & TourStart your trip at Heathrow Airport with an

independent transfer to your hotel. At 2:00 pm take a panoramic tour of central London to see

famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben and the

Houses of Parliament. Stop at St. Paul’s Cathedral, with its

world-famous dome, to tour the awe-inspiring interior. In the evening meet your tour director to discuss your trip over a welcome drink and dine in

your hotel. (D)

Day 2: Tower of London & City SightsToday you may schedule your London sightseeing when you take an open-top bus tour around the

many famous landmarks. There are a number of different bus routes as well as a walking tour and a cruise on the River Thames. Visit either the Tower of London to view the magnifi cent Crown Jewels or Kensington Palace, home of Princess Diana. You are free to choose a restaurant to dine independently. (B)

Day 3: Stratford & Beatles’ LiverpoolDrive through the Cotswolds, a delightful hilly region with mellow-hued stone houses. Take a panoramic tour around Stratford-upon-Avon to see places associated with William Shakespeare. Continue to Liverpool with a visit to The Beatles Story, a museum that will immerse you in the lives of the “Fab Four.” Check in to your hotel. (B, D)

Tour Highlights

Scottish Ceilidh

with Piper & Dancers

Loch Lomond Cruise

The Cotswolds

The Beatles Story

Day 4: Lake District & Edinburgh WalkTravel through the glorious Lake District, associated with the children’s author, Beatrix Potter, and poet William Wordsworth. Stop in the charming lakeside town of Bowness-on-Windermere for a look around on your own. Near the Scottish border stop at the Old Blacksmith’s Shop in Gretna Green, one of the world’s most popular wedding destinations. Drive to Edinburgh for dinner at a popular restaurant followed by a fun ghost walking tour through ancient alleyways, streets and squares. (B, D)

Day 5: Edinburgh Castle & City TourExplore central Edinburgh this morning, starting in the 200-year-old “New Town” with its planned streets and elegant Georgian houses where many famous writers and inventors lived. See the Royal Mile where old medieval houses are clustered and tour Edinburgh Castle to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny. The afternoon is free for independent activities. On August 1 to 15 departures, experience the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)

Day 6: St AndrewsTake a look around St Andrews, famous for golfi ng and Scotland’s oldest university. Drive to Inverness, a major town in the Highlands and check in to your hotel beside the River Ness in the centre of the town. After dinner, take part in a ceilidh, a musical evening, in your hotel. (B, D)

Day 7: Highlands & Loch Lomond CruiseTravel south through more wonderful Highland scenery today, passing the shoreline of Loch Ness with views of this deep lake. Drive past Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest peak, and through the towering mountains of Glen Coe, which is famous for the Massacre of Glen Coe in 1692. Take a scenic cruise on Loch Lomond, Britain’s largest lake, to admire panoramic views. Drive into Glasgow for a short orientation tour. (B, D)

Day 8: FarewellTransfers to Glasgow airport are provided (B).

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- Welcome dinner in Drogheda


- Irish Pub Evening



★ Walking tours of Drogheda and Conwy

★ Tours of Belfast, Edinburgh and Liverpool

★ Round trip ferry transportation between Ireland and Britain


★ Tea and Welsh cake at the Castle Hotel, Conwy

★ Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit and drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery (9-day tour)

★ Visits and admissions to Boyne Valley Visitor Centre & Newgrange or Knowth Tomb, Ulster Folk Park, Titanic Belfast, Giant’s Causeway, Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Edinburgh Castle, Gretna Green and The Beatles Story








Apex City Hotel, Edinburgh (2 nights)

Hard Day’s Night Hotel, Liverpool (1 night)

North Star Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2 nights)

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Sat 26 1225 1325

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Sat 10 1300 1400

Sat 17 1300 1400

Sat 24 1300 1400

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Jun Sat 07 1350 1460

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Sat 21 1350 1460

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Sat 26 1350 1460

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Nov Sat 01 1200 1300

Sat 08 1200 1300

Sat 15 1200 1300

Sat 22 1200 1300

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Day 1: Dublin Arrival & Drogheda WalkThis tour starts at Dublin Airport with group transfers to your hotel, 30 minutes north of Dublin Airport. Your hotel is located on the banks of the River Boyne. At 2:00 pm take a short walk around central Drogheda, a town with a long history dating back to 1194 AD and often entwined with English political events. It has strong associations with Oliver Cromwell routed Royalist defenders in 1649 and in 1690 the Battle of the Boyne was fought 3 miles from Drogheda. Enjoy a welcome drink with

your tour director and fellow travellers followed by dinner in your hotel. (D)

Day 2: Neolithic Tombs & Titanic BelfastThis morning visit the Boyne Valley Visitor Centre to learn about the passage burial tombs of Newgrange and Knowth, both of which are over 5,000 years old. Visit one of the tombs to see how primitive people managed to align these buildings precisely with the sun or the moon. Drive around the Mourne Mountains and visit the Ulster Folk Park to see 19th century houses with traditional crafts. Tour Belfast city centre and also Titanic Belfast, where you may relive the times of the famous liner. (B, D)

Day 3: Antrim Coast & Giant’s CausewayDrive north along the “Nine Glens of Antrim,” a scenic route with lovely views of mountains, valleys and coastline, passing through the towns of Cushendall and Ballycastle. Continue to the Giant’s Causeway, hexagonal basalt columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. The enormous rocks have spawned legends about the mythical giant, Finn McCool. Take a walk around to see the various rock formations. Return to Belfast where the evening is free for dining. (B)

Day 4: Burns Country Birthplace Museum & EdinburghTake a short ferry ride to Scotland and drive along the west coast, stopping at the

Robert Burns Birthplace Museum near Ayr. Learn about Scotland’s popular poet through modern displays dedicated to his life and works and stroll through the gardens to see

Tour Highlights:

Sample the Best of Ireland,

Scotland, England & Wales

Special Scottish & Irish

Dinner/Shows

Titanic Belfast

Giant’s Causeway

5,000-Year-Old Tombs

Edinburgh Castle and City Tour

The Beatles Story & Liverpool

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his mausoleum and the Brig o’Doon, which featured in his work. Continue to the charming countryside to your hotel in central Edinburgh. Head out to a Scottish Evening for dinner with a fun show of traditional songs and dance. (B, D)

Day 5: Edinburgh Castle & City TourThis morning explore Edinburgh on a sightseeing tour. Compare and contrast the wide streets and elegant mansions of the Georgian 200-year-old “New Town” with the narrow lanes and medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile, the oldest part of the city. See Princes Street, the main shopping thoroughfare that separates the two areas. Finish your tour at the imposing Edinburgh Castle where you can see historic buildings and enjoy splendid views of Edinburgh. The balance of the day is free. On August 2 to 16 departures enjoy the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at the Castle esplanade. (B)

Day 6: Gretna Green, Lake District & Beatles’ LiverpoolTravel through the scenic Borders region and stop in the Old Blacksmith’s Shop at Gretna Green, a popular wedding place near the English border. Drive through the stunning scenery of the Lake District and stop in the picturesque village of Grasmere where William Wordsworth lived and worked. See his burial place in the centre of the village. Continue south to Liverpool to visit The

Beatles Story where you will experience the music and lives of the “Fab Four”. Your Beatles-themed hotel is located right beside the Cavern Club. (B, D)

Day 7: Conwy Walking Tour & Irish NightDrive along the north coast of Wales to Conwy for a guided walk around this compact walled medieval town. Get great views of the huge castle, a medieval fortifi cation built by Edward I at the end of the 13th century during his conquest of Wales. Also see the smallest house in Britain, measuring 10 feet by 6 feet, and used as a residence 1900. Sample tea and Welsh cakes at the Castle Hotel, a historic coaching inn in the town centre. Then take a ferry to Dublin and check in to your hotel. Head to a Dublin Pub for dinner with a traditional Irish show. (B, D)

Day 8: Depart for Home or Extra Day in DublinFor clients booked on our 8-day tour, group transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon.


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★ Speyside distillery whisky tasting and tour




★ Visits and admissions to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Inveraray Castle, Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle, Culloden Battlefi eld Visitor Centre, Balmoral Castle or Crathes Castle, Glamis Castle, St Andrews and Edinburgh Castle






Marriott Hotel, Glasgow (1 night)

Isles of Glencoe Hotel, Ballachulish (1 night)

The Newton Hotel, Nairn (1 night)

Ardoe House Hotel, Blairs (2 nights)

Macdonald Holyrood Hotel, Edinburgh (2 or 3 nights)

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Sun 23 1275 1399

Sun 30 1275 1399

Apr Sun 06 1275 1399

Sun 13 1275 1399

Sun 20 1275 1399

Wed 23 1275 1399

Sun 27 1350 1475

Wed 30 1350 1475

May Sun 04 1350 1475

Wed 07 1350 1475

Sun 11 1350 1475

Wed 14 1350 1475

Sun 18 1350 1475

Wed 21 1350 1475

Sun 25 1350 1475

Wed 28 1405 1550

Jun Sun 01 1405 1550

Wed 04 1405 1550

Sun 08 1405 1550

Wed 11 1405 1550

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Wed 18 1405 1550

Sun 22 1405 1550

Wed 25 1405 1550

Sun 29 1405 1550

Jul Wed 02 1405 1550

Sun 06 1405 1550

Wed 09 1405 1550

Sun 13 1405 1550

Wed 16 1405 1550

Sun 20 1405 1550

Wed 23 1405 1550

Sun 27 1575 1760

Wed 30 1575 1760

Aug Sun 03 1575 1760

Wed 06 1575 1760

Sun 10 1575 1760

Wed 13 1575 1760

Sun 17 1575 1760

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Sun 24 1405 1550

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Sun 31 1405 1550

Sep Wed 03 1405 1550

Sun 07 1405 1550

Wed 10 1405 1550

Sun 14 1405 1550

Wed 17 1405 1550

Sun 21 1405 1550

Wed 24 1405 1550

Sun 28 1405 1550

Oct Wed 01 1275 1405

Sun 05 1275 1405

Wed 08 1275 1405

Sun 12 1275 1405

Wed 15 1275 1405

Sun 19 1275 1405

Wed 22 1275 1405

Sun 26 1275 1405

Nov Sun 02 1275 1405

Sun 09 1275 1405

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Tour Highlights

Scottish Evening in Edinburgh

Loch Lomond Scenic Cruise

Isle of Skye

Culloden Battlefi eld

St Andrews

Edinburgh Castle

Speyside Distillery

Day 1: Glasgow City TourYour trip starts in Glasgow Airport with a group transfer to your hotel, departing Glasgow Airport at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. Passengers arriving later will transfer to the hotel at their own expense. At 2:30 pm take a coach tour to see the main attractions of Glasgow including red sandstone Victorian buildings, delightful parks, Glasgow Cathedral and the River Clyde, once famous for shipbuilding. Visit extensive collections

in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, originally opened in 1901. Chat with your tour director about your trip with a welcome drink

before dinner. (D)

Day 2: Loch Lomond Cruise & Inveraray Castle

Depart Glasgow and drive north along the banks of Loch Lomond with views of Ben Lomond and other

Highland peaks. At Tarbet embark on a short cruise

to appreciate the beauty of this famous loch and admire

panoramic views of the Highlands. Then travel across the

mountains to visit Inveraray Castle. This imposing

Campbell family home with four conical spires was built between 1746 and 1789. A

guided tour will reveal the history of the family and

region as you view the magnifi cent Armoury Hall and many fi ne rooms with

tapestries, porcelains and portraits. Browse around the nearby town, planned by the Campbell family.

Journey across mysterious Rannoch Moor and through Glen Coe, a spectacular glen made famous by the Campbells’ massacre of the Clan Macdonald in 1692, to Ballachulish on the coast. (B, D)

Day 3: Isle of Skye & Clan Donald CentreThis morning head north via Fort William and take the “Road to the Isles” through some of Scotland’s loveliest scenery, stopping for photos at the Glenfi nnan Monument. At Mallaig cross by ferry to the Isle of Skye, sometimes called the “Misty Isle.” Visit the Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle to discover the history of the Lords of the Isles and the most powerful clan of the Isle of Skye. Drive through part of the island and return to the mainland by bridge, stopping for photos at the picturesque Eilean Donan Castle. Then drive along the beautiful shores of Loch Ness, famous for its monster. Continue to your hotel in Nairn where a Scottish Highland evening will feature haggis and other traditional foods with bagpipe music and dance. (B, D)

Day 4: Culloden Battlefi eld & DistilleryA short distance from Nairn is the Culloden Battlefi eld Visitor Centre. Learn about the battle and walk around the moorland where, on 16th April 1746, British Government forces defeated the army of Prince Charles Edward Stuart in just one hour. This battle changed the traditional Highland way of life amongst the clans forever. Drive through pleasant farming country into the gentle rolling hills of the Speyside region. Many of Scotland’s famous distilleries are located here near the River Spey which supplies pure water for whisky making. Stop at one of the prominent distilleries to learn about whisky making and sample a “wee dram” at the end of the tour. Drive to your 19th century manor house hotel near Blairs to relax and dine in the elegant setting. (B, D)

Day 5: Balmoral Castle & Afternoon TeaDrive along the charming River Dee Valley, called “Royal Deeside” as it was made popular by Queen Victoria. Visit the Royal Family’s Balmoral Castle set in its spacious estate (Apr-Jul). Visit Crathes Castle when Balmoral is closed (Mar & Aug-Nov). Stop in Ballater, where many shops show royal warrants to indicate that the Royal Family uses their goods. Near the village of Banchory stop at the Falls of Feugh, a charming tea shop, which is popular with local people. Sample afternoon tea with delicious freshly-baked scones and enjoy a talk on Highland life. Return to your hotel for some free time to relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 6: Glamis Castle & St AndrewsTravel south through the lush countryside of Aberdeenshire to visit Glamis Castle, the legendary setting of “Macbeth” and childhood home of the late Queen Mother. Drive across the modern Tay Bridge to St Andrews, the “Home of Golf.” See the famous Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the Old Course and enjoy free time to visit the British Golf Museum or browse through the medieval town with its cathedral and castle. Drive south into Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital. In the evening enjoy a lively Scottish Evening with dinner and entertainment. (B, D)

Day 7: Edinburgh Castle & City TourThis morning explore Edinburgh on a sightseeing tour. Compare and contrast the wide streets and elegant mansions of the Georgian 200-year-old “New Town” with the narrow lanes and

medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile, the oldest part of the city. See Princes Street, the main shopping thoroughfare that separates the two areas. Learn about many prominent Scottish inventors, doctors and writers. Finish your tour at the imposing Edinburgh Castle where you can see historic buildings and enjoy splendid views of Edinburgh. The balance of the day is free for independent exploring, shopping and dining. On July 27 to August 17 departures enjoy the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at the Castle esplanade. (B)

Day 8: Tour Ends Edinburgh Airport or Extend your StayIf you are on our 8-day tour, your trip ends with a transfer to arrive at Edinburgh Airport by 6:30 am or 9:00 am. A transfer to Glasgow Airport can be arranged in advance at an extra cost (B).

If you have booked our 9-day tour, spend an additional day in Edinburgh on your own. Use your voucher for an open-top bus tour – you have a choice of tours that feature different aspects of the city. A transfer to Edinburgh Airport is included on the fi nal day. (B)

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★ Walking tours of Windsor and York

★ Tours of Edinburgh and Cardiff



★ Visits and admissions to Windsor Castle, Shakespeare’s Birthplace, York Minster, Edinburgh Castle, Old Blacksmith’s Shop at Gretna Green, The Beatles Story, Tintern Abbey, Cardiff Castle, Roman Baths & Pump Room, Stonehenge and Tower of London






Harte & Garter Hotel, Windsor (1 night)

Yorkshire Hotel, Harrogate (1 night)

Houstoun House Hotel, Uphall, near Edinburgh (2 nights)

Marriott City Centre Hotel, Liverpool (1 night)

Maldron Hotel, Cardiff (1 night)

Mercure London Bridge Hotel, London (2 or 3 nights)

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Sun 16 1450 1530

Sun 23 1450 1530

Sun 30 1470 1550

Apr Sun 06 1470 1550

Sun 13 1470 1550

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builders who managed to create such an enduring monument. Continue into London and check in to your hotel. (B)

Day 8: London Open-Top Bus TouringToday explore London on an independent open-top sightseeing bus tour – you have a choice of routes around London’s famous landmarks so you may get on and off wherever you wish. There is also a walking tour and a River Thames cruise. Visit either the Tower of London to view the magnifi cent Crown Jewels or Kensington Palace, home of Princess Diana. There is no shortage of great things to see and do and the bus routes go through many popular shopping districts, if you wish to buy souvenirs. In the evening you are free for dinner. (B)

Day 9: Depart for Home or Extend StayIf you are on a 9-day tour, transfer to Heathrow Airport for your fl ight home.

Those on a 10-day tour may schedule your London sightseeing as you wish – your voucher for the open-top sightseeing tour is valid for 24 hours so you may choose to use it today. (B)


shops along the Royal Mile. On August 03 to 17 departures watch the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the Castle Esplanade. (B)

Day 5: Lake District & Beatles’ LiverpoolStop in Gretna Green, the fi rst village across the border from England where eloping couples used to cross into Scotland to be married at the Old Blacksmith’s Shop. It is still a popular wedding place to this day. Drive through the Lake District, a region associated with Beatrix Potter. See stunning views of lakes, gentle hills and valleys. Stop in Grasmere where William Wordsworth penned some of his popular lines and you can see his grave in the village churchyard. Continue to Liverpool to visit The Beatles Story where you can hear their music and learn about their lives and work. Check in to your centrally-located hotel and after dinner you may head to the world-famous Cavern Club. (B, D)

Day 6: Tintern Abbey & Cardiff Castle BanquetDrive south through Shropshire, one of the most unspoiled parts of rural England and close to the Welsh border. Stop in Ludlow, a town that can trace its origins back 900 years, to see the huge castle and old black-and- white houses. Continue south through the lovely Welsh countryside to visit the picturesque ruins of Tintern Abbey, founded in 1131. It was a prosperous Cistercian abbey which thrived until it was dissolved in 1536 by order of King Henry VIII. In the 18th century it became a popular haunt of the poet, William Wordsworth. Continue to Cardiff, the youngest and fastest-growing capital city in Europe. Visit Cardiff Castle, which dates back nearly 2,000 years. See the 19th century fairy-tale apartments with ornate decorations and then enjoy a great Welsh banquet right in the Castle. (B, D)

Day 7: Roman Baths & StonehengeTake a panoramic tour around the highlights of Cardiff including the older buildings as well as the iconic Wales Millennium Centre. A short drive will bring you to the spa city of Bath, popular for its natural hot springs with the Romans 2,000 years ago and again in the 18th century Regency period. Visit the Roman Baths and Pump Room, wonderfully preserved after two millennia, with hot springs still sending out healing waters. At Salisbury Plain marvel at the prehistoric circle of vast monoliths of Stonehenge and learn about the primitive

Day 1: Heathrow Airport & Windsor CastleStart your tour at Heathrow Airport with a transfer to your hotel in Windsor. At 2:30 pm depart your hotel to visit Windsor Castle, residence of The Queen and the largest inhabited castle in the

world. See the lavishly decorated State Apartments and courtyards. In the evening meet your tour director and trip

participants over a welcome drink to discuss your itinerary before dining in your hotel and take a brief walk around the town afterwards. (D)

Day 2: Cotswolds & Shakespeare’s BirthplaceHead out into the English countryside today and travel through the delightful Cotswolds. This region was important in the middle Ages when the wool produced was vital to the economy. Most of

the villages date back centuries and are built in the local warm-toned stone. Stop in one of the

villages to take photos before driving to Stratford-upon- Avon. Here visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace to see an exhibition about his life and work.

Then enter the house where he was born to see rooms furnished as they would have been in his day. Drive north to Yorkshire and check in to your

charming traditional hotel in central Harrogate. (B, D)

Day 3: York Minster & Scottish EveningDrive to nearby York for a walking tour through medieval streets to see black and white half-timbered houses. Stroll along the Shambles, one of narrowest alleyways where the overhanging upper fl oors almost form an arch across the street. Tour the stately York Minster, which towers over the old city and is renowned for magnifi cent stained glass windows. Travel north through the Northumberland National Park and pause in Jedburgh to view picturesque abbey ruins. Continue through the hilly countryside of the Scottish Borders to Edinburgh where your historic hotel is set in spacious grounds a few miles outside the city. In the evening enjoy a Scottish dinner with musical entertainment. (B, D)

Day 4: Edinburgh Castle & Guided City TourExplore central Edinburgh this morning, starting in the 200-year-old “New Town” with its planned streets and elegant Georgian houses where many famous writers and inventors lived. See the Royal Mile where the medieval houses are clustered closely together with some as high as 11 fl oors. Tour the massive Edinburgh Castle to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny and enjoy great city views. The afternoon is free for independent activities. You may like to visit some of the many museums or browse in the little

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Tour Highlights:

Traditional Scottish Evening

Cardiff Castle Banquet

York Walking Tour

Windsor Castle

Beatles Story in Liverpool

Gretna Green

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★ Full breakfast daily (B) except on Day 1





★ 1 lunch (L)


★ Tours of Dublin and Cardiff



★ Ferry transportation between Britain & Ireland and across the River Shannon


★ Visits and admissions to Book of Kells at Trinity College, Cliffs of Moher, Skellig Experience, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, House of Waterford Crystal, Cardiff Castle, Roman Baths & Pump Room and Stonehenge




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Mercure Holland House Hotel, Cardiff (1 night)


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Sat 26 1320

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Sat 21 1475

Jun Sat 28 1475

Jul Sat 05 1475

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Sat 26 1475

Aug Sat 02 1475

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Sat 23 1475

Sat 30 1475

Sep Sat 06 1475

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Sat 20 1475

Sat 27 1475

Oct Sat 04 1350

Sat 11 1350

Sat 18 1350

Sat 25 1350

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Tour Highlights

Traditional Pub


Cardiff Castle Welsh Banquet

Giant’s Causeway

Ring of Kerry

Roman Baths

Stonehenge

through South Wales where coal used to be mined to Cardiff and take a brief tour of the city. Head to Cardiff Castle, developed in Roman times and transformed into an elaborate Gothic-style residence in the 19th century. A tour of the Castle is followed by a fun Welsh banquet. (B, D)

Day 7: Roman Baths & StonehengeThis morning drive to Bath, popular for its natural hot springs with the Romans 2,000 years ago and again in the 18th century. Tour the Roman Baths and Pump Room, well preserved after two millennia and view stately Regency mansions. Drive to Salisbury Plain to view the prehistoric circle of vast monoliths at Stonehenge. Continue to your London hotel again. (B)

Day 8: LondonToday you may schedule your London sightseeing when you take an open-top bus tour around the many famous landmarks. There are a number of different bus routes as well as a walking tour and a cruise on the River Thames. Visit either the Tower of London to view the magnifi cent Crown Jewels or Kensington Palace, home of Princess Diana. You are free to choose a restaurant to dine independently. (B)

Day 9: Depart for Home Transfer to Heathrow Airport (B)

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Day 2: Dublin Tour & Pub DinnerThis morning tour central Dublin, with spacious Georgian squares and streets, landmark public buildings and graceful townhouses. Visit Trinity College to see the campus and view the Book of Kells in the Old Library. The afternoon is free and enjoy dinner at a Dublin Pub followed by a show with Irish music and dance. (B, D)

Day 3: Cliffs of Moher & KillarneyThis morning drive through central Ireland to view the Cliffs of Moher on the west coast. These

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magnifi cent cliffs extend for fi ve miles and rise to heights of almost 700 feet and offer wonderful views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. Take a ferry across the River Shannon Estuary to reach Killarney. Check in to your centrally-located hotel. (B, D)

Day 4: Jaunting Car & Skellig ExperienceTake a leisurely jaunting car ride to Ross Castle, set on Lough Leane. Then embark on the Ring of Kerry tour for constantly-changing vistas of mountains, open Atlantic Ocean, beaches and cliffs. Visit the Skellig Experience to learn about early Christian monks and savour a casual lunch. Stop at Moll’s Gap for panoramic views before returning to Killarney. (B, L)

Day 5: Blarney Castle & Waterford CrystalVisit the famous Blarney Castle this morning to kiss the “Stone of Eloquence” and shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills. Travel to Waterford and at the House of Waterford Crystal see how glass is blown and cut by master craftspeople and view a collection of amazing trophies. In the evening take a gentle walking tour with a local guide to discover the history of this old port city. (B, D)

Day 6: South Wales & Cardiff Castle BanquetDepart Waterford early this morning to catch the ferry from Rosslare to South Wales. Journey

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★ Tours of London, Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin


★ Walking tours of Cambridge, York and Derry


★ Ferry transportation between Britain & Ireland

★ Visits and admissions to Tower Bridge Experience, York Minster, Alnwick Castle & Gardens, Edinburgh Castle, Giant’s Causeway, Titanic Belfast, Book of Kells at Trinity College.






Doubletree by Hilton West End Hotel (2 nights)

Marriott Hotel, York (1 night)

Holyrood Hotel, Edinburgh (2 nights)

Ballygally Castle, Ballygally (1 night)

Royal Marine Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)

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Sun 20 1599

Sun 27 1650

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Sun 11 1650

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Sun 25 1650

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Day 1: London Arrival & TourStart your trip at Heathrow Airport

with an independent transfer to your hotel. At 2:00 pm

take a panoramic tour of central London to see

famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus, Nelson’s

Column, Trafalgar Square and Big Ben. Visit

Tower Bridge Experience for stunning London

views and learn about the inner

workings of this famous bridge. In

the evening meet your tour director for a welcome drink before dinner in your hotel. (D)

Day 2: Tower of London & City SightsToday you may schedule your London sightseeing when you take an open-top bus tour around the many famous landmarks. There are a number of different bus routes as well as a walking tour and a cruise on the River Thames. Visit either the Tower of London to view the magnifi cent Crown Jewels or Kensington Palace, home of Princess Diana. You are free to choose a restaurant to dine independently. (B)

Day 3: Cambridge & York Walking ToursVisit Cambridge for a stroll around some of the famous colleges, including King’s College, and the Mathematical Bridge over the River Cam. Head north to York for a walking tour to appreciate narrow streets and medieval houses. The stately York Minster, with towers and stained glass, is the highlight of the walk. Check in to your hotel and relax before dinner. (B, D)

Tour Highlights


Pub Dinner / Show in Dublin

Giant’s Causeway

Stay in Haunted Ballygally Castle

Day 4: Alnwick Castle & Edinburgh EveningHead north to visit Alnwick Castle, the second largest inhabited castle in England. View the lavish State Rooms with a stunning array of art, portraits and furniture. The Alnwick Garden is beautifully landscaped and enhanced with architectural and water features. Travel through the scenic Northumberland National Park and make a brief stop in Jedburgh to view the ruins of the abbey. Drive to Edinburgh and enjoy dinner at a fun Scottish evening with bagpipes, dancing and song. (B, D)

Day 5: Edinburgh Castle & Guided City TourDiscover Edinburgh’s highlights on a city tour. See the elegant Georgian “New Town” with spacious streets and the compact medieval city along the Royal Mile. Tour Edinburgh Castle to view the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny. Also enjoy splendid views of central Edinburgh. The rest of the day is free for independent activities. On August 3 to 17 departures, experience the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)

Day 6: Titanic Belfast & Ballygally Castle StayThis morning will be an early start as you drive to Cairnryan for a short ferry ride to Belfast. Take a panoramic tour to see the highlights, including Victorian buildings, the impressive City Hall 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. Continue to historic Ballygally Castle Hotel in time for dinner and your overnight stay. (B, D)

Day 7: Giant’s Causeway & Derry WalkTravel along the scenic coastal route of the “Nine Glens of Antrim” and visit the Giant’s Causeway, hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. The enormous rocks have spawned legends about the mythical giant, Finn McCool. Continue to Derry for a walking tour around the medieval city walls with a local guide. Drive south to your Victorian hotel located on Dublin Bay, a few miles from the city and dine on your own this evening. (B)

Day 8: Dublin Tour & Pub Dinner & ShowThis morning tour central Dublin, with spacious Georgian squares and streets, landmark public buildings and graceful townhouses. Visit Trinity College to see the campus and view the Book of Kells in the Old Library. The afternoon is free and enjoy dinner at a typical Irish Pub followed by a show with Irish music and dance. (B, D)

Day 9: Homeward bound Transfer to Dublin airport for your fl ight (B).

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- Canal Cruise dinner with live music



★ 1 lunch (L)


★ Tours of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dublin





★ Ferries from Scotland to Ireland and across the River Shannon


★ Farmhouse tea and scones with sheepdog display


★ Visits and admissions to Provand’s Lordship, Spean Bridge Woollen Mill, St Andrews, Edinburgh Castle, Titanic Belfast, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Skellig Experience, Cliffs of Moher and Clonmacnoise Monastic Site






Thistle Hotel, Glasgow (1 night)

The Newton Hotel, Nairn (Sun & Tue depts.) or Columba Hotel, Inverness (Fri depts.) (1 night)

Marriott Dalmahoy Hotel, Edinburgh (2 nights)

Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin

Killarney Avenue Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)


Maldron Hotel Cardiff Lane, Dublin (1 night – 11-day tour only)

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Mar Sun 09 1350 1460

Sun 16 1350 1460

Sun 23 1350 1460

Sun 30 1399 1499

Apr Tue 01 1399 1499

Fri 04 1399 1499

Sun 06 1399 1499

Tue 08 1399 1499

Fri 11 1399 1499

Sun 13 1399 1499

Tue 15 1399 1499

Fri 18 1399 1499

Sun 20 1399 1499

Tue 22 1399 1499

Fri 25 1399 1499

Sun 27 1599 1699

Tue 29 1599 1699

May Fri 02 1599 1699

Sun 04 1599 1699

Tue 06 1599 1699

Fri 09 1599 1699

Sun 11 1599 1699

Tue 13 1599 1699

Fri 16 1599 1699

Sun 18 1599 1699

Tue 20 1599 1699

Fri 23 1599 1699

Sun 25 1599 1699

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Fri 30 1625 1730

Jun Sun 01 1625 1730

Tue 03 1625 1730

Fri 06 1625 1730

Sun 08 1625 1730

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Fri 13 1625 1730

Sun 15 1625 1730

Tue 17 1625 1730

Fri 20 1625 1730

Sun 22 1625 1730

Tue 24 1625 1730

Fri 27 1625 1730

Sun 29 1625 1730

Jul Tue 01 1625 1730

Fri 04 1625 1730

Sun 06 1625 1730

Tue 08 1625 1730

Fri 11 1625 1730

Sun 13 1625 1730

Tue 15 1625 1730

Fri 18 1625 1730

Sun 20 1625 1730

Tue 22 1625 1730

Fri 25 1625 1730

Sun 27 1625 1730

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Aug Fri 01 1785 1895

Sun 03 1785 1895

Tue 05 1785 1895

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Sun 10 1785 1895

Tue 12 1785 1895

Fri 15 1785 1895

Sun 17 1785 1895

Tue 19 1785 1895

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Sun 24 1625 1730

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Sun 31 1625 1730

Sep Tue 02 1625 1730

Fri 05 1625 1730

Sun 07 1625 1730

Tue 09 1625 1730

Fri 12 1625 1730

Sun 14 1625 1730

Tue 16 1625 1730

Fri 19 1625 1730

Sun 21 1625 1730

Tue 23 1625 1730

Fri 26 1625 1730

Sun 28 1425 1525

Tue 30 1425 1525

Oct Fri 03 1425 1525

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Sun 12 1425 1525

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Sun 19 1425 1525

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Sun 26 1425 1525

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Nov Sun 02 1350 1475

Tue 04 1350 1475

Sun 09 1350 1475

Sun 16 1350 1475

Sun 23 1350 1475

Sun 30 1350 1475

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Tour code: SCA14. All prices in Euro.


Taste of Scotland& Ireland

Superior First Class Hotels – 10 or 11 Day Coach Tour

Day 1: Glasgow HighlightsStart your trip at Glasgow Airport with a group transfer to your hotel, departing at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. If you arrive later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:30 pm tour Glasgow, a city that fl ourished in Victorian times. Drive around George Square with its ornate City Chambers and nearby Glasgow Cathedral. Visit Provand’s Lordship, Glasgow’s oldest house built in 1471, and step back in time to discover Glasgow’s unique history. The house was originally part of a hospital and has been extensively restored and furnished. Join your tour director and travel companions for a welcome drink before dinner. (D)

Day 2: Loch Lomond & Loch Ness CruiseTravel alongside the famous Loch Lomond, renowned for its unsurpassed beauty. Travel through the deep valley of Glen Coe, notorious for the Campbell massacre of the Clan Macdonald in

1692. Continue through Fort William and stop at the Spean Bridge Woollen Mill, which offers a good selection of quality

Scottish goods. At Fort Augustus embark on a short cruise on Loch Ness to keep an eye

out for “Nessie.” Continue to Nairn for a Scottish Highland evening. (Friday departures will stay in Inverness.) (B, D)

Day 3: Whisky Tasting & St Andrews

Drive to Blair Athol Distillery in Pitlochry to see how whisky is

distilled and sample some. Continue south to St Andrews, renowned as

the “Home of Golf” and for its

university, Scotland’s oldest.

Spend some time to explore

on your own before driving to

Edinburgh and check in to your hotel, a few miles from the city and set in lovely grounds with a golf course. In the evening dine at a popular restaurant and head off on a fun walking tour to discover the haunts of Edinburgh’s eccentric characters in the narrow streets of the old city. (B, D)

Day 4: Edinburgh Castle & City TourThis morning an Edinburgh city guide will point out the principal sights of this capital city. Drive along the bustling Princes Street and through the gracious, wide streets of the 200-year-old Georgian New Town. Walk along part of the Royal Mile where compact medieval houses reach 11 fl oors tall. Visit Edinburgh Castle, which dominates the city and contains the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Scone. The balance of the day is free. On July 29 to August 19 departures, seats are reserved for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)

Day 5: Titanic Belfast & DublinDepart Edinburgh early this morning and drive south through Ayrshire and along the coast. At Cairnryan take a ferry ride to Belfast for a visit to Titanic Belfast to learn about this famous liner which was built in the adjacent docks. State-of-the-art displays describe Belfast, working conditions and many other aspects of the ship. Drive south to Dublin and check in to your hotel, located overlooking Dublin Bay. The evening is at leisure for independent dining. (B)

Day 6: Dublin & Canal Dinner CruiseTour central Dublin to see public buildings, lovely parks and rows of Georgian houses with brightly-painted doorways. Visit the Guinness Storehouse to learn about the famous brew and sample a creamy pint in the rooftop bar with views of central Dublin. The afternoon is at leisure so that you may explore the city on your own. In the evening enjoy a canal dinner cruise with traditional Irish music aboard a former Guinness barge through central Dublin. (B, D)

Day 7: Blarney Castle & KillarneyTravel through the midlands of Ireland, stopping for photos at the stately Rock of Cashel. Visit a

Tour Highlights

Dinner & Ghost Tour

in Edinburgh

Dublin Canal Cruise Dinner


Cliffs of Moher

Guinness Storehouse

farmhouse for tea with scones and watch skilled sheep dogs herd sheep. Continue south to visit Blarney Castle and kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Also visit the Blarney Woollen Mills where you can fi nd quality Irish-made goods. Drive to Killarney, picturesquely set beside lakes and mountains. Check in to your hotel and relax before dinner. Afterwards you may like to explore some of Killarney’s famous “singing pubs.” (B, D)

Day 8: Ring of Kerry & Skellig ExperienceTake a jaunting car ride to view Ross Castle set on Lough Leane. Then embark on the Ring of Kerry drive – a winding route with breathtaking sights of mountains and coastal views. Cross to Valencia Island by bridge to visit the Skellig Experience which describes the austere lives of early Christian monks on the nearby islands. Savour a pub lunch and stop in Sneem to admire brightly painted houses. Pause at Moll’s Gap for stunning views before returning to Killarney in time to relax before dinner. (B, L)

Day 9: Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty CastleTake a ferry ride across the River Shannon to reach the Cliffs of Moher, a spectacular wall of limestone that reaches 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean.

Check in to Bunratty Castle Hotel, close to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. If you wish, you may visit the Folk Park, have a drink in the 200-year-old Durty Nelly’s Pub or shop at the Bunratty Mills. In the evening head to Bunratty Castle for a memorable medieval-style feast where the lords and ladies will serenade you with song and harp music, evocative of the Middle Ages. (B, D)

Day 10: Shannon Airport or Dublin Extension via GalwayClients on the 10-day tour will take a group transfer to nearby Shannon Airport where the tour concludes at 10:30 am.

Those on the 11-day tour will drive to Galway for a panoramic tour around the central part of the city. Then travel to Clonmacnoise Monastic Site, founded in 546 AD by Saint Ciaran. View elaborate Celtic crosses, round towers and ruins of medieval churches. Drive to Dublin and check into a different hotel and you are free for independent activities and dining. (B)

Day 11: Tour Ends Dublin AirportUse your taxi transfer to reach Dublin Airport in time to check in for your fl ight home. (B)

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★ Tours of London, Edinburgh, Dublin and Cardiff

★ London open-top bus tour with Tower of London or Kensington Palace visit (11-day tour only)

★ Walking tours of Cambridge, York and Waterford


★ Round trip ferry transportation between Britain & Ireland


★ Visits and admissions to Tower Bridge Experience, York Minster, Abbotsford House, Edinburgh Castle, Titanic Belfast, Russborough House, House of Waterford Crystal, Lovespoon Workshop, Cardiff Castle, Roman Baths & Pump Room and Stonehenge




SUPERIOR FIRST CLASS HOTELSStay at the following (or similar):

Thistle Kensington Gardens Hotel, London (1 night)

Yorkshire Hotel, Harrogate (1 night)

Houstoun House Hotel, Uphall, near Edinburgh (2 nights)

Clyde Court Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)


Holland House Hotel, Cardiff (1 night)

Thistle Kensington Gardens Hotel, London (1 or 2 nights)

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Apr Fri 11 1699 1865

Fri 25 1699 1865

May Fri 09 1775 1930

Fri 23 1775 1930

Jun Fri 06 1810 1975

Fri 20 1810 1975

Jul Fri 04 1810 1975

Fri 18 1810 1975

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Aug Fri 01 1950 2120

Fri 08 1950 2120

Fri 15 1950 2120

Fri 22 1950 2120

Fri 29 1775 1930

Sep Fri 05 1775 1930

Fri 12 1775 1930

Fri 19 1775 1930

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Sep Fri 26 1775 1930

Oct Fri 03 1699 1865

Fri 10 1699 1865

Fri 17 1699 1865

Fri 24 1699 1865

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Tour code: BIA14. All prices in Euro.


British & Irish Elegance


Day 1: London Arrival & OrientationStart your trip at Heathrow Airport with an independent transfer to your hotel. At 2:00 pm take a panoramic tour of central London to see famous landmarks including Trafalgar Square, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Visit Tower Bridge Experience for stunning London views from the high level walkways and learn about the inner workings of this famous bridge in the Victorian Engine Rooms. In the evening meet your tour director for a welcome drink before dinner in your hotel. (D)

Day 2: Cambridge & York Walking TourDrive to Cambridge and walk around some of the famous university colleges, including King’s

College and the Mathematical Bridge over the River Cam. Head north to York for a walking tour to

appreciate narrow streets and medieval houses, which contain centuries of history. The stately York Minster, with towers and

stained glass, is the highlight of the walk. Drive a short distance to your

hotel in Harrogate and relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 3: Abbotsford House & EdinburghStop in the captivating

city of Durham with winding cobbled streets, old buildings and all

sorts of specialty shops.

Travel north through the Northumberland National Park into Scotland to Melrose to visit Abbotsford House, Sir Walter Scott’s home. The house contains an impressive collection of historic relics, weapons and armour and an extensive library containing over 9,000 rare volumes. It sits amid formal gardens and a wider landscape that Scott designed and planted. Continue to your hotel near Edinburgh and in the evening savour Scottish foods and musical entertainment. (B, D)

Day 4: Edinburgh Castle & Guided City TourExplore central Edinburgh this morning, including the 200-year-old “New Town” with its planned streets and elegant Georgian houses. Walk along part of the Royal Mile where the medieval houses are clustered closely together with some as high as 11 fl oors. Tour the massive Edinburgh Castle to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny and enjoy great city views. The afternoon is free for independent activities. On August 1 to 15 departures watch the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle. (B)

Day 5: Titanic Belfast & DublinDepart Edinburgh early this morning and drive south through Ayrshire and along the coast. At Cairnryan take a ferry ride to Belfast for a visit to Titanic Belfast, a new attraction that explains every aspect of the ill-fated liner through state-of- the-art displays. Drive south to Dublin and check in to your hotel and the evening is at leisure for independent

Tour Highlights

Edinburgh & Dublin

Dinner Shows

Lunch at Jerpoint Sheep Farm

Cardiff Castle Banquet

York Minster

Waterford Crystal

Guinness Storehouse

Stonehenge

dining. (B)

Day 6: Dublin & Dublin PubTour central Dublin to see public buildings, lovely parks and rows of Georgian houses with brightly-painted doorways. Visit the Guinness Storehouse to learn about the famous brew and sample a creamy pint in the rooftop bar with views of central Dublin. The afternoon is at leisure so that you may explore the city on your own. In the evening drive to a Dublin Pub for a dinner of Irish specialties and a lively show of Irish songs and step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 7: Russborough House & Waterford Crystal This morning drive through the delightful scenery of the Wicklow Mountains to Blessington for a guided tour of stately Russborough House, a Palladian mansion fi lled with interesting treasures as well as noted works of art and early photographic collections. Continue your journey south to Jerpoint Park Farm for lunch. Chat with the owners about farming and also see one of Ireland’s best examples of a deserted 12th century town. Visit the House of Waterford Crystal to learn about glass blowing and cutting and see one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Check in to your hotel and, after dinner, take a walking tour around historic Waterford with a local guide. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Ferry to South Wales & Cardiff BanquetDepart Waterford early this morning to catch the ferry from Rosslare to South Wales, a region where the coal industry dominated until the 1950s. See traditional Welsh carving at the Lovespoon Workshop and drive to Cardiff. Head to Cardiff

Castle, developed in Roman times and transformed into an elaborate Gothic style residence in the 19th century. A tour of the Castle is followed by a fun Welsh banquet. (B, D)

Day 9: Roman Baths & StonehengeThis morning take a panoramic tour around central Cardiff before heading east to explore Bath, popular for its natural hot springs with the Romans 2,000 years ago and again in fashion during the 18th century Regency period. Tour the Roman Baths and Pump Room, wonderfully preserved after two millennia and see the stately mansions of the Royal Crescent and Queen’s Square. Drive to Salisbury Plain to view the prehistoric circle of vast monoliths at Stonehenge. Continue into London and check in to your hotel once again. (B)

Day 10: Depart for Home or Extend StayIf you are on a 10-day tour, transfer to Heathrow Airport for your fl ight home.

Those on an 11-day tour may schedule your London sightseeing when you take an open-top bus tour around the many famous landmarks. There are a number of different bus routes as well as a walking tour and a cruise on the River Thames. Visit either the Tower of London to view the magnifi cent Crown Jewels or Kensington Palace, home of Princess Diana. (B)


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★ 6 or 7 dinners (D) including


- Pub dinner and traditional show (12-day tour only)


★ 1 lunch (L)


★ Round trip ferry transportation between Wales & Ireland and across the River Shannon

★ Walking tours of Conwy and Waterford

★ Narrow-gauge train ride in Snowdonia

★ Tenby ghost walking tour


★ Corrib Princess cruise with an Irish coffee (12-day tour only)


★ Visits and admissions to Russborough House, National Slate Museum, Harlech Castle, Pembroke Castle, Lovespoon Workshop, St David’s Cathedral, House of Waterford Crystal, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Blasket Centre, Dingle Brewing Company and Cliffs of Moher






Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin (1 night)


Fourcroft Hotel, Tenby (2 nights)



Radisson Blu Hotel, Limerick (1 night)

Clyde Court Hotel, Dublin (2 nights – 12-day tour only)

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May Fri 02 1510 1799

Fri 16 1510 1799

Fri 30 1510 1799

Jun Fri 13 1510 1799

Fri 27 1540 1845

July Fri 11 1540 1845

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Fri 22 1580 1885

Sep Fri 05 1550 1855

Fri 12 1550 1855

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Fri 26 1550 1855

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Oct Fri 03 1399 1675

Fri 10 1399 1675

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Tour code: TWA14. All prices in Euro.

Day 1: Dublin & Russborough HouseYour tour starts at Dublin Airport with a transfer to your hotel between 7:00 am and 12:00 noon. If your fl ight arrives later, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:00 pm drive through the lovely Wicklow Mountains for a guided tour around stately Russborough House, noted for its art and photography collections. In the evening discuss your itinerary with your tour director over a welcome drink and dine independently.

Day 2: Ferry to Wales & ConwyTake a short ferry ride across the Irish Sea from Dublin to Holyhead. Stop in Conwy, a compact medieval town which is dominated by its huge

castle with ramparts and towers. Take a

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Day 3: North Wales & Snowdonia TrainTour North Wales, starting with a train ride on a narrow-gauge steam train from Porthmadog to Blaenau Ffestiniog to admire the beautiful scenery of the Snowdonia National Park. View Mount Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales, and drive by coach through more of the park. Pause in the village of Betws-y-Coed before heading to the National Slate Museum which relates the tough working conditions of this region’s slate industry, developed in Victorian times. (B, D)

Day 4: Harlech Castle & TenbyToday experience the magnifi cent Welsh coastline as you travel south. Visit the mighty Harlech Castle, one of the “Iron Ring Castles” that were built along the coast by the English in the 13thcentury to control the unruly Welsh. Take a look around the attractive Georgian town of Aberaeron. Continue to the picturesque town of Tenby, featuring a little

harbour, a castle and town walls. Check in to your hotel and take a ghost walk after dinner. (B, D)

Day 5: Pembroke Castle & LovespoonsToday take a drive around scenic Pembrokeshire,

a region of gentle rolling hills and indented coastline. Tour Pembroke Castle, an imposing

12th century fortress to explore the labyrinth of passageways and towers and enjoy views from the

Taste of Wales& Ireland


Tour Highlights

Snowdonia Train Ride

Welsh Castles & Scenery

Ghost Walk of Tenby

St David’s Cathedral

Waterford Crystal

Killarney’s Jaunting Car

Bunratty Castle

Medieval Banquet

Great Keep. Watch the ancient Welsh tradition of hand carving at the Lovespoon Workshop before returning to Tenby where the evening is free. (B)

Day 6: St David’s & WaterfordJourney through colourful coastal villages on the way to St David’s, the smallest city in Britain. Visit the imposing 12th century St David’s Cathedral, named for the patron saint of Wales, to view the magnifi cent carvings and take a look through the nearby art galleries, craft shops and tea rooms. From Fishguard take a ferry ride to Rosslare and head to your hotel in Waterford. After dinner, see the historic town on a gentle stroll with a local guide. (B, D)

Day 7: Waterford Crystal & KillarneyVisit the House of Waterford Crystal to learn about glass blowing and cutting and see one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Travel to Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence” and shop at the nearby Blarney Woollen Mills. Then journey west through rugged countryside to Killarney and settle in to your hotel. See Killarney’s lakes in the traditional manner as you drive through the Killarney National Park to Ross Castle, picturesquely set on Lough Leane. (B, D)

Day 8: Dingle Peninsula & Dingle Brewing CompanyToday discover the glorious Dingle Peninsula, famous for scenic views of mountains and coastline. Drive to the westernmost tip and tour the Blasket Centre overlooking the Blasket Islands. See displays on the rugged lifestyle of the islands which were inhabited until 1953. Stop in the town of Dingle to view brewing techniques and sample local beer at the Dingle Brewing Company. Enjoy a pub lunch before returning to Killarney for free time to browse around the town. (B, L)

Day 9: Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty BanquetTake a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary to visit the Cliffs of Moher, majestic walls of rock, which extend fi ve miles along the coast. You may walk to O’Brien’s Tower at the highest point. Journey through part of the Burren to your hotel on the outskirts of Limerick. In the evening head to Bunratty Castle for a memorable medieval-style feast while the lords and ladies serenade you with song and harp music, evocative of the middle Ages. (B, D)

Day 10: Depart Shannon Airport or Extend to Galway & DublinClients on the 10-day tour transfer to nearby Shannon Airport at either 7:30 am or 10:30 am.

Those on the longer 12-day tour travel to Galway for a scenic cruise on Lough Corrib with an Irish coffee aboard the Corrib Princess. Take a panoramic tour around the principal areas of Galway city before travelling to Dublin. In the evening drive to a Dublin Pub for dinner and a lively show with traditional Irish music, story-telling and step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 11: Dublin Sightseeing Spend a full day in Dublin to use your vouchers for an independent open-top bus tour (valid for 48 hours) and a visit to either Guinness Storehouse or the Old Jameson Distillery to learn how these renowned products are created and enjoy a sample. The bus stops at all the principal city centre attractions and you may alight at each stop or stay on the bus to do the complete tour. (B)

Day 12: Depart for HomeUse your included taxi voucher to travel to Dublin Airport by taxi in good time to check in for your return fl ight. (B)

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- Historic pub in York



★ Tours of Glasgow, Edinburgh, York and London


★ Blair Athol Distillery whisky tour and tasting

★ York ghost walking tour

★ North Yorkshire Moors Railway vintage train ride

★ Afternoon tea in Lake District

★ Walking tours of Whitby and Chester

★ Beatles-themed tour of Liverpool with a local guide


★ Visits and admissions to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Spean Bridge Woollen Mill, St Andrews, Edinburgh Castle, Old Blacksmith’s Shop at Gretna Green, York Minster, Castle Howard, Brontë Parsonage, The Beatles Story and Tower of London







Ben Wyvis Hotel, Strathpeffer (1 night)


Old England Hotel, Bowness (1 night)

Marriott Hotel, York (2 nights)



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Fri 18 1800

Fri 25 1800

May Fri 02 1845

Fri 09 1845

Fri 16 1845

Fri 23 1845

Fri 30 1925

Jun Fri 06 1925

Fri 13 1925

Jun Fri 20 1925

Fri 27 1925

Jul Fri 04 1925

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Fri 18 1925

Fri 25 1925

Aug Fri 01 2050

Fri 08 2050

Fri 15 2050

Fri 22 2050

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Fri 12 1925

Fri 19 1925

Fri 26 1925

Oct Fri 03 1800

Fri 10 1800

Fri 17 1800

Fri 24 1800

SRS 620



British HeritageSuperior First Class Hotels –11 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights


Brontë Parsonage

Old-World Tavern

Dinner & Ghost Tour

Beatles’ Tour of Liverpool

Castle Howard

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Day 1: Glasgow HighlightsStart your trip at Glasgow Airport with a group transfer to your hotel, departing at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. If you arrive later than noon, transfer to the hotel at your own expense. At 2:30 pm tour Glasgow, a city that fl ourished in Victorian times. Drive around George Square with its ornate City Chambers and nearby Glasgow Cathedral. Visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, a magnifi cent building dating from 1901 and fi lled with a variety of treasures. Join your tour director and travel companions for a welcome drink before dinner. (D)

Day 2: Loch Lomond & Loch Ness CruiseTravel alongside the famous Loch Lomond, renowned for its unsurpassed beauty. Travel through the deep valley of Glen Coe, notorious for the Campbell massacre of the Clan Macdonald in 1692. Continue through Fort William and stop at the Spean Bridge Woollen Mill, which offers a

good selection of quality Scottish goods. At Fort Augustus embark on a short cruise on

Loch Ness to keep an eye out for “Nessie.” Continue to Strathpeffer and your centrally-

located hotel. (B, D)

Day 3: Whisky Tasting & St Andrews

Drive to Blair Athol Distillery in Pitlochry to see how whisky is distilled and sample some.

Continue south to St Andrews on the east coast. Spend time to browse around

the British Golf Museum, the town or the cathedral ruins. Continue to Edinburgh

and in the evening enjoy

a Scottish evening with lively singing and dancing and a chance to try some traditional haggis, neeps and tatties. (B, D)

Day 4: Edinburgh Castle & City TourThis morning an Edinburgh city guide will point out the principal sights of this capital city. Drive along the bustling Princes Street and through the gracious, wide streets of the 200-year-old Georgian New Town. Walk along part of the Royal Mile where compact medieval houses reach 11 fl oors tall. Visit Edinburgh Castle, which dominates the city and contains the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Scone. The balance of the day is free. On August 1 to 15 departures, seats are reserved for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)

Day 5: Gretna Green & Lake DistrictJourney past the gentle hills and sheep pastures of the Scottish Borders. Stop in Melrose and at the Old Blacksmith’s Shop at Gretna Green, famous for eloping couples. Drive through the Lake District National Park, a region of unspoilt beauty and associated with William Wordsworth who worked and lived in the region and also Beatrix Potter, the children’s author who worked tirelessly to preserve the region. Check in to your elegant lakeside hotel and enjoy afternoon tea. Dine independently at one of the many restaurants within easy walking distance. (B)

Day 6: York Minster & Pub DinnerDrive into the Yorkshire Dales to experience scenic heathery moors and ancient stone villages. Stop in the traditional village of Hawes before continuing through the region made famous by James Herriot’s books, including “All Creatures Great and Small.” Take a guided tour around York to see Roman and medieval walls. Visit York Minster, one of Europe’s largest Gothic cathedrals. This evening head to a cosy pub for dinner and later explore narrow

medieval streets on a fun ghost walking tour. (B, D)

Day 7: Train Ride & Castle HowardDrive north to travel the North Yorkshire Moors Railway through magnifi cent scenery. Take a walking tour through Whitby with its picturesque port, winding streets, stepped walkways and quaint buildings. Drive to Castle Howard, an imposing 18th-century mansion where Evelyn Waugh’s celebrated novel, “Brideshead Revisited,” was fi lmed. Tour elaborate chambers to see world-renowned works of art, family portraits, crystal and furnishings. Admire the gardens and breathtaking landscape before returning to York. (B, D)

Day 8: Brontë Parsonage & LiverpoolIn the charming town of Haworth visit the Brontë Parsonage, where, from 1820 to 1861, Charlotte, Emily and Anne Brontë penned some of the best-loved books in the English language. See the dining room where the three sisters worked on their novels, including “Wuthering Heights,” infl uenced by the surrounding moors. Continue to Liverpool where a Beatles-themed tour will show you the places where the “Fab Four” came to fame. Check in to your centrally-located hotel beside the River Mersey. (B, D)

Day 9: Beatles Story & ChesterThis morning visit The Beatles Story to learn more about the Beatles and their music. This lively attraction explores different facets of the Beatles’ lives and work. Drive south to Chester and take a walking tour of the compact city centre to discover the Roman walls and medieval black-and- white buildings. Drive to London and check in to your hotel where dinner is served. (B, D)

Day 10: Tower of London & City SightsThis morning take a panoramic tour of central London to see famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus, Nelson’s Column and lions of Trafalgar Square, Big Ben towering over the Houses of Parliament and Hyde Park. Visit the Tower of London to view the magnifi cent Crown Jewels, guarded by Beefeaters in distinctive Tudor uniforms. The afternoon is at leisure for shopping or further sightseeing; there is no shortage of great things to see and do in this world-class city. In the evening you are free for dinner. (B)


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★ 1 lunch (L – 12-day tour only)



★ Round trip ferry transportation to Isle of Bute, one way to Ireland and across River Shannon


★ Train journey from Dublin to Cork



★ Visits and admissions to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Mount Stuart House, Glamis Castle, St Andrews, Edinburgh Castle, Titanic Belfast, Book of Kells at Trinity College, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Muckross House & Gardens and Cliffs of Moher




DELUXE HOTELS


Mar Hall Hotel, Glasgow (2 nights)

Norwood Hall Hotel, Aberdeen (1 night)

Caledonian by Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Edinburgh (2 nights)

Westin Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)

Europe Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)


Fitzwilliam Hotel, Dublin (1 night – 12-day tour only)

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visit the Blarney Woollen Mills where you can fi nd quality Irish made goods of all types, conveniently displayed under one roof. Drive into County Kerry where the scenery becomes more mountainous to Killarney, picturesquely set beside lakes with Ireland’s highest mountains, the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, forming a backdrop. Check in to your hotel and relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 9: Muckross House & Jaunting CarTake a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car ride through the Killarney National Park to the lovely 19th century Muckross House. Tour the house to learn about the history of the owners and their illustrious guests and walk around the gardens. Drive to the delightful town of Kenmare where traditional buildings are brightly painted. Join the Ring of Kerry route at the vantage point of Moll’s Gap for great views of mountains and valleys. Pause at Ladies’ View to see the Three Lakes of Killarney with the town in the background. Return to Killarney for a free afternoon and enjoy dinner and traditional music at Kate Kearney’s Cottage. (B, D)

Day 10: Cliffs of Moher & Dromoland Castle Leave Killarney and drive north to Tarbert for a 20-minute ferry ride across the wide River Shannon Estuary. Your tour continues along the Clare coast to the Cliffs of Moher, a spectacular wall of limestone that reaches to almost 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Drive past Lahinch Golf Course, one of Ireland’s most famous, and through the marketing town of Ennis to Newmarket-on-Fergus. Check in to Dromoland Castle Hotel, one of Ireland’s most famous deluxe properties and enjoy free time in luxurious surroundings before dinner. (B, D)

Day 11: Shannon Airport or Dublin Extension Those on the 11-day tour transfer to nearby Shannon Airport to check in for fl ights at either 7:30 am or 10:30 am.

Those on the 12-day tour drive north for tea and scones at Rathbaun Farm and a panoramic tour of Galway. Then travel through the centre of Ireland for a farmhouse lunch with delicious and wholesome home cooking and an opportunity to meet the owners and chat about Irish country life. Continue to Dublin where the evening is at leisure. (B, L)

Day 12: Tour Ends Dublin AirportGroup transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon to check in for your fl ight. (B)

Tour Highlights:

Luxurious Hotels Throughout

Gourmet Dining

First Class Train to Cork

St Andrews

Blarney Castle

Titanic Belfast

Cliffs of Moher

from a local resident. Continue to Aberdeen in time to relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 4: Glamis Castle & St AndrewsTour Glamis Castle, the legendary setting of “Macbeth” and childhood home of the late Queen Mother and enjoy coffee and shortbread in a 16th century chamber. Head to St Andrews, the “Home of Golf.” See the famous Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the Old Course and enjoy free time to visit the British Golf Museum or browse through the medieval town with its cathedral and castle. Continue into Edinburgh for a lively Scottish Evening with dinner and entertainment. (B, D)

Day 5: Edinburgh Castle & City TourThis morning explore Edinburgh on a sightseeing tour. Compare and contrast the wide streets and elegant mansions of the Georgian 200-year-old “New Town” with the narrow lanes and medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile, the oldest part of the city. Finish your tour at the imposing Edinburgh Castle where you can see historic buildings and enjoy splendid views of Edinburgh. The balance of the day is free for independent touring and dining. On July 28 to August 18 departures, seats are reserved for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)

Day 6: Titanic Belfast & DublinDepart Edinburgh early this morning and drive south through Ayrshire and along the coast. At Cairnryan take a ferry ride to Larne. Drive to Belfast for a panoramic city tour followed by a visit to Titanic Belfast to learn about this famous liner through state-of-the-art displays. Drive south to Dublin and check in to your centrally-located hotel. You are free to dine independently (B)

Day 7: Dublin Tour & Book of KellsThis morning discover Dublin’s highlights on a tour of the city main attractions. See wide O’Connell Street, tranquil St. Stephen’s Green, the seat of government at Leinster House and other public buildings. View some of Dublin’s famous Georgian houses and pause at the Famine Memorial, a reminder of the mid-19th century disaster. Visit Trinity College’s campus and the Old Library to view the priceless Book of Kells. The afternoon is free for independent activities and in the evening enjoy the elegant atmosphere and excellent cuisine at O’Connell’s Restaurant. (B, D)

Day 8: Blarney & KillarneyTake an express train ride from Dublin to Cork by comfortable fi rst class train and enjoy great views of the countryside from the high carriage windows. Just a few miles outside Cork, visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Also

Day 1: Glasgow City Tour

Arrive in Glasgow Airport and transfer

to your hotel, located in spacious grounds

overlooking the River Clyde. At 2:30 pm

take a coach tour around Glasgow’s main attractions and visit Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Meet your tour director and fellow travellers over a welcome drink before dinner. (D)

Day 2: Isle of Bute & Mount Stuart House Take a short ferry ride to the Isle of Bute to tour Mount Stuart House. This Neo-Gothic country house was built in the late 1870s for the 3rd Marquess of Bute and installed with many

Victorian comforts such as a heated swimming pool and an elevator. After your guided tour around the highly-decorated chambers, take a walk through the gardens and spend some time in Rothesay, the main town on the island. Return to your hotel where you are free to relax and use hotel facilities before dinner. (B, D)

Day 3: Highlands & Royal DeesideTravel through the Trossachs, often called the “Highlands in Miniature” with its many lakes and mountains. Pause for photos in Glenshee and continue to Braemar, renowned for its Highland Games and drive along “Royal Deeside.” This lovely region was made popular by Queen Victoria who built Balmoral Castle as her Scottish retreat. Stop at the Falls of Feugh to sample afternoon tea with freshly-baked scones and learn about Highland life

Scottish & Irish Supreme

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★ Tours of Edinburgh and Belfast with local guides


★ Sheepdog trials at Leault Farm



★ Ferries from Isle of Skye and from Scotland to Ireland

★ Walking tour of Derry with a local guide

★ Rose of Innisfree boat tour

★ Visits and admissions to Stirling Castle, Royal Yacht Britannia, Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle, Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Titanic Belfast, Mount Stewart House & Gardens, Giant’s Causeway, Ulster American Folk Park, Parke’s Castle, W. B. Yeats’ Grave, Belleek Pottery Factory, Cliffs of Moher.






Marriott Dalmahoy Hotel, Edinburgh (2 nights)

Columba Hotel, Inverness (Sunday departures) or The Newton Hotel, Nairn (Tuesday departures) (1 night)


Europa Hotel, Belfast (2 nights)

Station House Hotel, Letterkenny (1 night)

Kilronan Castle Hotel, Ballyfarnon (2 nights)


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Tour starts in Edinburgh Departure Dates and Price p/p sharing

Yeats, the Nobel prize-winning poet. View his grave in Drumcliffe and visit the Belleek Pottery Factory to see the creation of delicate china. Return to Kilronan Castle Hotel for leisure time before dinner. (B, D)

Day 10: Galway Bay & Cliffs of MoherTravel south to Galway city for a panoramic drive around the main sights and take some free time to browse around. Drive through the Burren to view the Cliffs of Moher, a dramatic wall of rock that plunges to the Atlantic Ocean. Check in to your hotel in Ennis and in the evening head to 15th century Bunratty Castle for a fun medieval-style banquet. (B, D)

Day 11: Tour ends in Shannon AirportTake a group transfer from your hotel in Ennis to Shannon Airport for your fl ight home. (B)

a local guide for a short walking tour around the defensive walls of the compact city before driving to Letterkenny. (B, D)

Day 8: Ulster American Folk Park & Kilronan CastleVisit the Ulster American Folk Park to see traditional cottages and learn about folk crafts in the Ulster American Folk Park. Board a replica ship bound for the “New World” to see how emigrants travelled and lived in their new homeland. Continue to Kilronan Castle for a 2-night stay and relax in the great setting. (B, D)

Day 9: Rose of Innisfree Boat Ride & BelleekVisit the historic 17th century Parke’s Castle, set on the shores of Lough Gill followed by a boat ride on the scenic lake. View the tiny island of Innisfree, which inspired many works of W. B.

Tour Highlights:

Edinburgh Pub Dinner


Royal Yacht Britannia

Isle of Skye

Cliffs of Moher

2-Nights in Kilronan Castle

Day 4: Isle of Skye & Clan Donald CentreDrive alongside Loch Ness and through wild Highland scenery, pausing for photos at the picturesque Eilean Donan Castle and cross to the Isle of Skye by bridge. Drive through part of the island and visit the Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle to discover the history of the powerful Lords of the Isles. Return to the mainland by ferry and take the “Road to the Isles” through some lovely scenery, stopping for photos at the Glenfi nnan Monument. (B, D)

Day 5: Glen Coe & Rabbie BurnsThis morning enjoy fi nal views of the magnifi cent Highlands as you drive south through Glen Coe and alongside the lovely shores of Loch Lomond. Stop briefl y in Alloway to visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum to learn about the famous poet’s life and poetry. Travel along the coast to Cairnryan for a short ferry ride to Belfast. The evening is free to explore and choose a restaurant to dine on your own. (B)

Day 6: Titanic Belfast & Mount StewartThis morning a Belfast guide will show you 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 famous liner through state-of- the-art displays. In the afternoon tour Mount Stewart House and Gardens to see antiques and world-famous paintings. Take a walk through the extensive gardens before returning to Belfast. (B, D)

Day 7: Giant’s Causeway & Derry’s WallsDrive along the scenic route of the “Nine Glens of Antrim,” for views of mountains, valleys and coastline. Stop at the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity 60 million years ago which have spawned legends about the mythical giant, Finn McCool. In Derry join

Day 1: Edinburgh & Stirling CastleYour trip starts in Edinburgh Airport with a group transfer to your hotel, departing at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. At 2:00 pm depart your hotel for a short drive to visit the massive Stirling Castle, associated with “Braveheart” William Wallace and Mary, Queen of Scots. Return to Edinburgh for a welcome drink and you are free for independent dining this evening.

Day 2: Edinburgh & Royal Yacht BritanniaThis morning tour Edinburgh to compare and contrast the wide streets and elegant mansions of the Georgian 200-year-old “New Town” with the narrow lanes and medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile. In Leith tour the Royal Yacht Britannia, fl oating home of The Queen on many of her travels around the world. After dinner in a popular

restaurant, take a ghost walking tour around the oldest part of Edinburgh. On August 3

to 19 departures enjoy the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle. (B, D)

Day 3: Whisky Tasting & CeilidhTravel north to Pitlochry to visit Blair

Athol Distillery to see how whisky is made and enjoy a “wee dram.” Continue

through majestic Highland scenery to Leault Farm where dogs herd sheep

through various obstacles. Drive to Inverness, a major town in the

Highlands and check in to your hotel beside the River Ness in the centre of the

town. After dinner, take part in a ceilidh,

a musical evening. (B, D)

The Scots–Irish Tour

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★ Ferry rides to Mull, Iona, Skye and Orkney

★ Oban Distillery whisky tasting and tour




★ Visits and admissions to Glasgow Cathedral, Iona Abbey, Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle, Dunvegan Castle, Eilean Donan Castle, Inverewe Gardens, Caithness Horizons, Skara Brae, Ring of Brodgar, St. Magnus Cathedral, Italian Chapel, Dunrobin Castle, Urquhart Castle, Culloden Battlefi eld Visitor Centre, Fort George, St Andrews and Edinburgh Castle


★ Deluxe fl ight bag, ticket wallet, luggage tags & strap


SUPERIOR FIRST CLASS & HIGHLAND HOTELS



Caledonian Hotel, Oban (2 nights)

Balmacara Hotel, near Kyle of Lochalsh (2 nights)

Royal Hotel, Ullapool (1 night)

Pentland Hotel, Thurso (2 nights)

The Newton Hotel, Nairn (2 nights)

Apex International Hotel, Edinburgh (2 or 3 nights)

NOTE: Hotels in the north of Scotland are of the best the remote Highlands offer; however, they are not up to the usual CIE Tours standard

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feature haggis, traditional foods and lively bagpipe music and dance. (B, D)

Day 11: Sheepdog Trials & St AndrewsDrive south past the majestic Cairngorm Mountains to Leault Farm where dogs herd sheep through various obstacles. Travel south through mountainous countryside and to the east coast to St Andrews, the “Home of Golf.” Enjoy free time to visit the British Golf Museum or browse through the medieval town with its cathedral and castle. Drive south into Edinburgh and after dinner at a popular restaurant join a local guide for a fun ghost walking tour. (B, D)

Day 12: Edinburgh Castle & City TourThis morning discover Edinburgh on a sightseeing tour. See the wide streets and elegant mansions of the 200-year-old Georgian “New Town” and walk along part of the Royal Mile, the oldest part of the city. Finish your tour at the imposing Edinburgh Castle to see historic buildings and for views of Edinburgh. On July 25 to August 10 departures enjoy the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle. (B)

Day 13: Tour Ends Edinburgh Airport or Extend your StayIf you are on our 13-day tour, take a transfer to arrive at Edinburgh Airport by 6:30 am or 9:00 am (B).

If you have booked our 14-day tour, spend an additional day in Edinburgh on your own. Use your voucher for an open-top bus tour. A transfer to Edinburgh Airport is included on Day 14 (B).

in Portree where brightly-painted houses cluster around a large bay. Return to your hotel for free time before dinner. (B, D)

Day 6: Eilean Donan Castle & Inverewe GardensTour and take photos of the romantic Eilean Donan Castle. Enjoy more Highland scenery as you drive to Inverewe Gardens, where a haven of trees and shrubs was created from 50 acres of bleak headland in 1862. The varied plantings thrive due to the warmth of the Gulf Stream. Travel to Ullapool, an active fi shing and ferry port that was built in 1788, and check in to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 7: Highland Scenery & DurnessToday explore a remote Highland area with huge tracts of bogland, rugged mountains and coastline. Stop in Durness, one of Scotland’s most remote hamlets and learn about the 18th and 19th century Highland Clearances. Stop in Bettyhill, a village built in 1814 to replace crofts destroyed by the Clearances and continue to Thurso. Visit Caithness Horizons Museum and check in to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 8: Isle of Orkney & Skara BraeTake a ferry ride from the mainland to explore the largest island of Orkney. Visit Skara Brae, a 5,000-year-old village, to see remains of houses. View the Ring of Brodgar, a circle of prehistoric standing stones and see 12th century St. Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall. Drive across the Churchill Barriers, created during World War II to German submarines out and see the Italian Chapel, built from two Nissan huts with elaborate paintings. Return to the mainland by ferry. (B, D)

Day 9: John o’ Groats & Dunrobin CastleDrive along the coast to John o’ Groats, the most northerly village on the British mainland. Visit Dunrobin Castle, dating to 1275 but renovated in the mid-1800’s. With 189 rooms this is the largest mansion in northern Scotland. Watch a demonstration of falconry in the castle gardens to see trained birds of prey. Continue south to your hotel in Nairn, located on the Moray Firth. (B, D)

Day 10: Urquhart Castle & CullodenDrive along the shores of Loch Ness to visit the picturesque ruins of Urquhart Castle. Stop at the Culloden Visitor Centre for a walk around the moor where Bonnie Prince Charlie was defeated at the Battle of Culloden in 1746. Visit the vast ramparts at Fort George, planned in 1747 as an English army base. A Scottish Highland evening in your hotel will

Tour Highlights:

Day Tour to Mull & Iona

Edinburgh Dinner & Ghost Tour

Scottish Highland Evening

Isle of Skye

Isles of Orkney & Skara Brae

Day 3: Isles of Mull & IonaTake a ferry ride from Oban to the Isle of Mull, which is one of the most beautiful of the Hebrides. After a scenic drive across the mountains of Mull take another short ferry ride to the peaceful Isle of Iona, the burial place of many Scottish kings. Visit Iona Abbey, where St. Columba founded Scotland’s fi rst Christian settlement in the 6th century. Then enjoy some free time before returning to Oban by coach and ferry. (B, D)

Day 4: “Road to the Isles” & Clan Donald CentreTravel the scenic “Road to the Isles” passing Loch Shiel and the Glenfi nnan Monument. Cross by ferry to the Isle of Skye, often called the “Misty Isle” due to the showers that drift across the mountains. Visit the Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle to discover the history of the clans of the region. Cross back to the mainland by bridge to your charming family-owned hotel near Kyle of Lochalsh. (B, D)

Day 5: Isle of Skye & Dunvegan CastleToday explore more of the Isle of Skye and Bonnie Prince Charlie associations. Travel to Dunvegan Castle, stronghold of the Chiefs of MacLeod for nearly 800 years, making it the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland. View priceless family heirlooms and stroll through formal gardens. Stop

Day 1: Glasgow Arrival & City TourYour tour starts at Glasgow Airport with group

transfers to your hotel at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. Passengers arriving later will transfer to the hotel at their

own expense. At 2:30 pm take a coach tour to see Glasgow’s main attractions and visit Glasgow

Cathedral, dating from the 12th century. Chat with your tour director and travel companions

about your itinerary over a welcome drink before dinner. (D

Day 2: Loch Lomond & Glen Coe

Travel into the Highlands as you drive alongside the lovely shores of

Loch Lomond and embark on a short cruise to admire the scenery all around. Drive

to the town of Inveraray, a planned Georgian town and

spend some time there to look around. Continue your drive to Oban on the west coast and visit Oban Distillery to

see how whisky is distilled and sample some at the end of the

tour. (B, D)

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★ 1 lunch (L)


★ Tours of Glasgow, Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin


★ Ferries to Isle of Skye, from Scotland to Ireland and across the River Shannon





★ Tea and scones at Connemara Marble Factory (14-day tour only)

★ Dublin open-top bus tour with complimentary visit and a drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery

★ Visits and admissions to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Inveraray Castle, Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle, Culloden Battlefi eld Visitor Centre, Balmoral Castle or Crathes Castle, Glamis Castle, St Andrews, Edinburgh Castle, Titanic Belfast, Dublin Castle, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Skellig Experience and Cliffs of Moher










Macdonald Holyrood Hotel, Edinburgh (2 nights)

Doubletree by Hilton, Dublin (2 nights)



Academy Plaza Hotel, Dublin (1 night – 14-day tour only)

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Wed 11 2250 2325

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Wed 18 2250 2325

Sun 22 2250 2325

Wed 25 2250 2325

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Sun 13 2250 2325

Wed 16 2250 2325

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Tour code: DRA14/TAB14. All prices in Euro.


Scottish & Irish Dream


Day 1: Glasgow City TourYour trip starts in Glasgow Airport with a group transfer to your hotel at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. At 2:30 pm take a panoramic tour around central Glasgow. View extensive collections in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Chat with your tour director over a welcome drink before dinner. (D)

Day 2: Loch Lomond & Inveraray CastleEmbark on a short cruise of Loch Lomond to appreciate views of Highland peaks. Take a guided tour around Inveraray Castle, home of the Campbell family, and browse around the nearby town. Drive

through Glen Coe, a spectacular valley where the Campbells massacred a number of the Clan Macdonald in 1692 and on to Ballachulish. (B, D)

Day 3: Isle of Skye & Highland Evening

Travel on the scenic “Road to the Isles”, stopping for photos at the Glenfi nnan Monument. Take a ferry to the Isle of Skye and

visit the Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle. Drive through the

island and return to the mainland by bridge, stopping for photos

at the famous Eilean Donan Castle. Pass Loch Ness

on the way to your hotel in Nairn.

A Scottish Highland evening will

feature haggis, bagpipe music

and dancing. (B, D)

Day 4: Culloden & Speyside DistilleryVisit the Culloden Battlefi eld Visitor Centre to learn about Bonnie Prince Charlie’s defeat in 1746, which changed the traditional Highland way of life for the clans. Drive into the Speyside region to visit one of the prominent distilleries. Learn about whisky making and sample a “wee dram” at the end of the tour. Drive to your 19th century manor house hotel near Blairs. (B, D)

Day 5: Balmoral Castle & Afternoon TeaDrive along the charming River Dee Valley, called “Royal Deeside” as it was made popular by Queen Victoria. Visit the Royal Family’s Balmoral Castle set in its spacious estate (Apr-Jul). Visit Crathes Castle when Balmoral is closed (Mar & Aug-Nov). Take a look around the town of Ballater, where shops bear the Royal Warrant. Stop at the Falls of Feugh to sample afternoon tea with freshly-baked scones and enjoy a talk on Highland life. (B, D)

Day 6: Glamis Castle & St AndrewsVisit Glamis Castle, legendary setting of Macbeth and childhood home of the late Queen Mother. Travel to St Andrews, the “Home of Golf,” for free time to look around and perhaps visit the British Golf Museum. Continue south to Edinburgh to check in to your hotel near the Royal Mile. Head to a popular venue to enjoy a lively Scottish Evening with dinner and entertainment. (B, D)

Day 7: Edinburgh Castle & City TourTour Edinburgh this morning to see the Georgian 200-year-old “New Town” and walk along part of the Royal Mile, the medieval section. Tour the imposing Edinburgh Castle and admire splendid views. Spend the afternoon and evening at leisure. On July 27 to August 17 departures enjoy the Royal Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle. (B)

Day 8: Titanic Belfast & Vibrant DublinDepart Edinburgh early this morning and drive south through Ayrshire and along the coast. At Cairnryan take a ferry ride to Larne. Drive to Belfast for a panoramic city tour followed by a visit to Titanic Belfast to learn about this famous liner through state-of-the-art displays. Drive south to Dublin and check in to your centrally-located hotel. You are free to dine independently (B)

Day 9: Dublin Touring & Pub DinnerEnjoy the morning at leisure or use your included open-top bus tour voucher. At 2:00 pm meet a local guide and tour central Dublin to see Trinity College, public buildings, tranquil parks and rows of Georgian houses. Take a guided tour through historic Dublin Castle, seat of government for centuries. Dine at a Dublin Pub and enjoy a great show. (B, D)

Day 10: Blarney Castle & KillarneyDepart Dublin and stop for photos at the stately Rock of Cashel. Visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence” and shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills. Drive to Killarney, picturesquely set beside lakes and mountains. Check in to your hotel and relax before dinner.

Afterwards you may like to head to a “singing pub.” (B, D)

Day 11: Ring of Kerry & Skellig ExperienceToday embark on the Ring of Kerry drive – a winding route with awesome mountain and coastline views. Watch a local farmer and his dogs herding fl ocks of sheep. Cross to Valencia Island by bridge to visit the Skellig Experience which describes nearby islands. Enjoy an informal lunch and pause at Moll’s Gap for stunning views before returning to Killarney. (B, L)

Day 12: Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle BanquetTake a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary and view the Cliffs of Moher, a spectacular wall of limestone that reaches 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Check in to Bunratty Castle Hotel and enjoy free time. Head to Bunratty Castle for a memorable medieval-style feast with a program of song and harp music, evocative of the Middle Ages. (B, D)

Day 13: Shannon Airport or Dublin Extension via GalwayClients on the 13-day tour will take a group transfer to Shannon Airport where your tour concludes at 10:30 am.

Passengers on the 14-day tour will drive along the famous Galway Bay to the Connemara Marble Factory to see locally-quarried marble and enjoy tea and scones. Take a panoramic tour around Galway and travel to Dublin where you are free for independent activities and dining. (B)

Day 14: Depart from Dublin AirportGroup transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon to check in for your fl ight. If you need an earlier transfer, your tour director will arrange one for you. Then you can shop for duty-free goods before boarding your fl ight home. (B)

Tour Highlights



Traditional Irish Dinner/Show


Loch Lomond Scenic Cruise

Isle of Skye

Cliffs of Moher

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- Traditional Irish Night in Dublin

- Kate Kearney’s Cottage Irish night



★ Tours of London, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dublin





★ Ferry from Scotland to Ireland



★ Tea and scones at Rathbaun Farm

★ Visits and admissions to St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Beatles Story, Old Blacksmith’s Shop at Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle, St Andrews, Titanic Belfast, Book of Kells at Trinity College, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Dingle Brewing Company, Foynes Flying Boat Museum, Cliffs of Moher and Clonmacnoise Monastic Site






Doubletree by Hilton West End Hotel, London (2 nights)


Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh (2 nights)

Columba Hotel, Inverness (1 night)


Croke Park Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)


Meyrick Hotel, Galway (1 night)

Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel, Killiney, Dublin (1 night)

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Fri 18 2150

Fri 25 2150

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Fri 09 2300

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Fri 23 2300

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Fri 13 2325

Jun Fri 20 2325

Fri 27 2325

Jul Fri 04 2325

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Fri 18 2325

Fri 25 2325

Aug Fri 01 2450

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Sep Fri 05 2325

Fri 12 2325

Fri 19 2325

Fri 26 2325

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Fri 10 2150

Fri 17 2150

Fri 24 2150

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British & Irish Voyager


Day 1: London Arrival & TourStart your trip at Heathrow Airport with

an independent transfer to your hotel. At 2:00 pm take a panoramic tour of

central London to see famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square,

Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Stop at St. Paul’s Cathedral, with its world-famous dome, to tour the awe-inspiring interior. In the evening meet

your tour director to discuss your trip over a welcome drink and

dine in your hotel. (D)

Day 2: Tower of London & City Sights

Today you may schedule your London sightseeing

when you take an open-top bus

tour around the many famous

landmarks. There are a number of different bus

routes as well as a walking tour and a cruise on the River Thames. Visit either the Tower of London to view the magnifi cent Crown Jewels or Kensington Palace, home of Princess Diana. You are free to choose a restaurant to dine independently. (B)

Day 3: Stratford & Beatles’ LiverpoolDrive through the Cotswolds, a delightful hilly region with mellow-hued stone houses. Take a panoramic tour around Stratford-upon-Avon to see places associated with William Shakespeare. Continue to Liverpool with a visit to The Beatles Story, a museum that will immerse you in the lives of the “Fab Four.” Check in to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 4: Lake District & Edinburgh WalkTravel through the glorious Lake District, associated with the children’s author, Beatrix Potter, and poet William Wordsworth. Stop in the charming lakeside town of Bowness-on-Windermere for a look around on your own. Near the Scottish border stop at the Old Blacksmith’s Shop in Gretna Green, one of the world’s most popular wedding destinations. Drive to Edinburgh for dinner at a popular restaurant followed by a fun ghost walking tour through ancient alleyways, streets and squares. (B, D)

Tour Highlights

Scottish Ceilidh

with Piper & Dancers

Traditional Irish Night

in Dublin

Loch Lomond Cruise

The Beatles Story

Dingle Peninsula

Blarney Castle

Killarney’s Jaunting Cars

Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel

Day 5: Edinburgh Castle & City TourExplore central Edinburgh this morning, starting in the 200-year-old “New Town” with its planned streets and elegant Georgian houses where many famous writers and inventors lived. See the Royal Mile where old medieval houses are clustered and tour Edinburgh Castle to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny. The afternoon is free for independent activities. On August 1 to 15 departures, experience the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)

Day 6: St AndrewsTake a look around St Andrews, famous for golfi ng and Scotland’s oldest university. Drive to Inverness, a major town in the Highlands and check in to your hotel beside the River Ness in the centre of the town. After dinner, take part in a ceilidh, a musical evening, in your hotel. (B, D)

Day 7: Highlands & Loch Lomond CruiseTravel south through more wonderful Highland scenery today, passing the shoreline of Loch Ness with views of this deep lake. Drive past Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest peak, and through the towering mountains of Glen Coe, which is famous for the Massacre of Glen Coe in 1692. Take a scenic cruise on Loch Lomond, Britain’s largest lake, to admire panoramic views. Drive into Glasgow for a short orientation tour. (B, D)

Day 8: Ferry to Ireland & Titanic BelfastMake an early start this morning as you travel south through Ayrshire to Cairnryan for a short ferry journey to Ireland with your tour group and coach. In Belfast visit Titanic Belfast to learn about the famous liner. Drive to your hotel in Dublin where the evening is free for independent dining. (B)

Day 9: Dublin Tour & Irish NightThis morning tour Dublin to see Georgian squares with elegant row houses, public buildings, public parks and lively shopping streets. Enter Trinity College to view the 8th century illuminated gospel manuscript of the Book of Kells. The afternoon is at leisure for further sightseeing and shopping. Head to a Dublin Pub for a dinner with a traditional Irish show. (B, D)

Day 10: Blarney Castle & KillarneyTravel south through farming country and stop to view the Rock of Cashel, which rises high above the surrounding plain. Just a few miles outside Cork, visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Also visit the Blarney Woollen

Mills before driving through Macroom and into County Kerry, where the scenery becomes more mountainous. Check in to your hotel in Killarney and relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 11: Dingle Peninsula & BreweryTake a jaunting car ride to majestic Ross Castle on the shores of Lough Leane. Then discover the scenic Dingle Peninsula, made famous by two movies – “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Far & Away.” Drive to Slea Head at the western tip of the peninsula for spectacular views. Stop in the town of Dingle to visit the Dingle Brewing Company and sample the local brew. Dine at Kate Kearney’s Cottage and watch lively music, song and dance. (B, D)

Day 12: Flying Boat Museum & Cliffs of MoherTravel to the River Shannon Estuary to visit Foynes Flying Boat Museum. Learn about the early days of fl ight as this was the landing place for Pan Am Clippers. Stop in Bunratty for a look around Durty Nelly’s Pub or the Bunratty Folk Park. View the Cliffs of Moher, an impressive wall of rock that rises 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean and take a panoramic tour around Galway before checking in to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 13: 6th Century Clonmacnoise & Fitzpatrick Castle StayStop at Rathbaun Farm for tea and scones and see traditional farming methods and animals. Visit Clonmacnoise, a monastic settlement founded in 545 AD by St. Ciaran, to see round towers, elaborate Celtic crosses and church ruins. Continue to your elegant castle hotel, located on the south side of Dublin. Enjoy a special farewell dinner with your fellow travellers in your hotel. (B, D)

Day 14: Tour Ends Dublin AirportGroup transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon, in good time to check in for your fl ight home. (B)

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★ 1 lunch (L)


★ Tours of London, Edinburgh, Belfast, Dublin and Cardiff


★ Walking tours of Cambridge, York, Derry and Waterford


★ Round trip ferry transportation between Britain & Ireland and across the River Shannon


★ Visits and admissions to Tower Bridge Experience, York Minster, Alnwick Castle & Gardens, Edinburgh Castle, Giant’s Causeway, Titanic Belfast, Book of Kells at Trinity College, Cliffs of Moher, Skellig Experience, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, House of Waterford Crystal, Cardiff Castle, Roman Baths & Pump Room and Stonehenge






Doubletree by Hilton west End Hotel, London (2 nights)

Marriott Hotel, York (1 night)


Ballygally Castle Hotel, Ballygally (1 night)




Mercure Holland House Hotel, Cardiff (1 night)

Radisson Blu Edwardian Grafton Hotel, London (1 or 2 nights)

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Sun 08 2500 2600

Sun 15 2500 2600

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Sun 29 2500 2600

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Sun 20 2500 2600

Sun 27 2500 2600

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Sun 10 2650 2750

Sun 17 2650 2750

Sun 24 2500 2600

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Sun 21 2500 2600

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Sun 12 2299 2399

Sun 19 2299 2399

Sun 26 2299 2399

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Day 11: Blarney Castle & Waterford CrystalVisit the famous Blarney Castle this morning to kiss the “Stone of Eloquence” and shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills. Travel to Waterford and at the House of Waterford Crystal see how glass is blown and cut by master craftspeople and view a collection of amazing trophies. In the evening take a gentle walking tour with a local guide to discover the history of this old port city. (B, D)

Day 12: South Wales & Cardiff Castle BanquetDepart Waterford early this morning to catch the ferry from Rosslare to South Wales. Journey through South Wales where coal used to be mined to Cardiff and take a brief tour of the city. Head to Cardiff Castle, developed in Roman times and transformed into an elaborate Gothic-style residence in the 19th century. A tour of the Castle is followed by a fun Welsh banquet. (B, D)

Day 13: Roman Baths & StonehengeThis morning drive to Bath, popular for its natural hot springs with the Romans 2,000 years ago and again in the 18th century. Tour the Roman Baths and Pump Room, well preserved after two millennia and view stately Regency mansions. Drive to Salisbury Plain to view the prehistoric circle of vast monoliths at Stonehenge. Continue to your London hotel again. (B)

Day 14: Depart for Home or Extend StayIf you are on a 14-day tour, transfer to Heathrow Airport to arrive by 9:00 am (B).

If you are on the 15-day tour, you may enjoy a day at leisure and an airport transfer on day 15 (B).

have spawned legends about the mythical giant, Finn McCool. Continue to Derry for a walking tour around the medieval city walls with a local guide. Drive south to your Victorian hotel located on Dublin Bay, a few miles from the city and dine on your own this evening. (B)

Day 8: Dublin Tour & Pub DinnerThis morning tour central Dublin, with spacious Georgian squares and streets, landmark public buildings and graceful townhouses. Visit Trinity College to see the campus and view the Book of Kells in the Old Library. The afternoon is free and enjoy dinner at a Dublin Pub followed by a show with Irish music and dance. (B, D)

Day 9: Cliffs of Moher & KillarneyThis morning drive through central Ireland to view the Cliffs of Moher on the west coast. These magnifi cent cliffs extend for fi ve miles and rise to heights of almost 700 feet and offer wonderful views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. Take a ferry across the River Shannon Estuary to reach Killarney. Check in to your centrally-located hotel. (B, D)

Day 10: Jaunting Car & Skellig ExperienceTake a leisurely jaunting car ride to Ross Castle, set on Lough Leane. Then embark on the Ring of Kerry tour for constantly-changing vistas of mountains, open Atlantic Ocean, beaches and cliffs. Visit the Skellig Experience to learn about early Christian monks and savour a casual lunch. Stop at Moll’s Gap for panoramic views before returning to Killarney. (B, L)

Day 1: London Arrival & TourStart your trip at Heathrow Airport with an independent transfer to your hotel. At 2:00 pm take a panoramic tour of central London to see famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus, Nelson’s Column, Trafalgar Square and Big Ben. Visit Tower Bridge Experience for stunning London views and learn about the inner workings of this famous bridge. In the evening meet your tour director for a welcome drink before dinner in your hotel. (D)

Day 2: Tower of London & City SightsToday you may schedule your London sightseeing when you take an open-top bus tour around the many famous landmarks. There are a number of different bus routes as well as a walking tour and a cruise on the River Thames. Visit either

the Tower of London to view the magnifi cent Crown Jewels or Kensington Palace, home of Princess Diana. You are free to choose a

restaurant to dine independently. (B)

Day 3: Cambridge & York Walking ToursVisit Cambridge for a stroll around some

of the famous colleges, including King’s College, and the Mathematical Bridge over

the River Cam. Head north to York for a walking tour to appreciate narrow streets and medieval houses. The stately York Minster, with towers

and stained glass, is the highlight of the walk. Check

in to your hotel and relax before dinner. (B, D)

Day 4: Alnwick Castle & Edinburgh EveningHead north to visit Alnwick Castle, the second largest inhabited castle in England. View the lavish State Rooms with a stunning array of art, portraits and furniture. The Alnwick Garden is beautifully landscaped and enhanced with architectural and water features. Travel through the scenic Northumberland National Park and make a brief stop in Jedburgh to view the ruins of the abbey. Drive to Edinburgh and enjoy dinner at a fun Scottish evening with bagpipes, dancing and song. (B, D)

Day 5: Edinburgh Castle & Guided City TourDiscover Edinburgh’s highlights on a city tour. See the elegant Georgian “New Town” with spacious streets and the compact medieval city along the Royal Mile. Tour Edinburgh Castle to view the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny. Also enjoy splendid views of central Edinburgh. The rest of the day is free for independent activities. On August 3 to 17 departures, experience the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)

Day 6: Titanic Belfast & Ballygally Castle StayThis morning will be an early start as you drive to Cairnryan for a short ferry ride to Belfast. Take a panoramic tour to see the highlights, including Victorian buildings, the impressive City Hall 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. Continue to historic Ballygally Castle Hotel in time for dinner and your overnight stay. (B, D)

Day 7: Giant’s Causeway & Derry WalkTravel along the scenic coastal route of the “Nine Glens of Antrim” and visit the Giant’s Causeway, hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. The enormous rocks

Tour Highlights:




Giant’s Causeway

Ring of Kerry

Roman Baths

Stonehenge

Stay in Haunted Ballygally Castle

British & Irish Grandeur

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Cliffs ofMoher

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★ Airport transfers at start and end of tour ★ Sightseeing by luxury coach ★ Professional tour director ★ 13 or 14 nights in hotels listed ★ Full breakfast daily (B) except on day 1 ★ 10 dinners (D) including - Edinburgh restaurant dinner - Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet - Traditional Irish dinner/show in Dublin - 7 table d’ hote dinners ★ 1 lunch (L) ★ Welcome get-together drink ★ Edinburgh ghost walking tour ★ Tours of Edinburgh and Belfast with local

guides ★ Reserved seats for Royal Edinburgh

Military Tattoo on August 3 to 19 departures

★ Sheepdog trials at Leault Farm ★ Blair Athol Distillery whisky tasting and

tour ★ Ceilidh with singers, piper and dancers in

Inverness ★ Ferries from Isle of Skye and from Scotland

to Ireland ★ Walking tour of Derry with a local guide ★ Rose of Innisfree boat tour ★ Horse-drawn jaunting car ride in

Killarney ★ Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit

and drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery (15-day tour only)

★ Visits and admissions to Stirling Castle, Royal Yacht Britannia, Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle, Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Titanic Belfast, Mount Stewart House & Gardens, Giant’s Causeway, Ulster American Folk Park, Parke’s Castle, W. B. Yeats’ Grave, Belleek Pottery Factory, Cliffs of Moher, Dingle Brewing Company, Blarney Castle and Blarney Woollen Mills

★ Headsets for walking tours ★ Deluxe carry-on backpack, ticket wallet,

luggage tags & strap ★ All local taxes, hotel service charges &

porterage for one suitcase per person


Stay at the following (or similar):Marriott Dalmahoy Hotel, Edinburgh (2 nights)Columba Hotel, Inverness (Sunday departures) or The Newton Hotel, Nairn

(Tuesday departures) (1 night)Isles of Glencoe Hotel, Ballachulish (1 night)Europa Hotel, Belfast (2 nights)Station House Hotel, Letterkenny (1 night)Kilronan Castle Hotel, Ballyfarnon (2 nights) Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis (1 night)Killarney Towers Hotel, Killarney (2 nights)Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2 nights)

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Tue 13 2260 2385

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Tue 07 2020 2150

Sun 12 2020 2150

Tue 14 2020 2150

Sun 19 2020 2150

Tue 21 2020 2150

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to browse around. Drive through the Burren to view the Cliffs of Moher, a dramatic wall of rock that plunges to the Atlantic Ocean. Check in to your hotel in Ennis and in the evening head to 15th century Bunratty Castle for a fun medieval-style banquet. (B, D)

Day 11: Dingle Peninsula & BreweryToday discover the glorious Dingle Peninsula, made famous by two movies, “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Far & Away.” Drive to Slea Head at the westernmost tip to experience wonderful views. Stop in the town of Dingle to visit the Dingle Brewing Company and sample the local brew. Then head to Killarney, famous for its glorious setting. (B, D)

Day 12: Killarney & 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 fl owers and sit down to a pub lunch. Travel part of the Ring of Kerry, pausing at Moll’s Gap for great views. Return to Killarney to relax and explore the town. (B, L)

Day 13: Blarney Castle & Dublin PubDrive through County Cork to climb Blarney Castle to kiss the famous stone. Also shop at the Blarney Woollen Mills for quality Irish-made products Pause for photos at the stately Rock of Cashel as you drive north to Dublin. A short drive will bring you to a popular Dublin Pub for a farewell dinner with Irish songs and step-dancing. (B, D)

Day 14: Tour Ends or Extra Day in DublinFor those on our 14-day tour, transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon (B).

If you are on our 15-day tour, spend an extra day in Dublin with an open-top bus tour plus visits to Guinness and Jameson. (B)

to learn about this famous liner through state-of- the-art displays. In the afternoon tour Mount Stewart House and Gardens to see antiques and world-famous paintings. Take a walk through the extensive gardens before returning to Belfast. (B, D)

Day 7: Giant’s Causeway & Derry’s WallsDrive along the scenic route of the “Nine Glens of Antrim,” for views of mountains, valleys and coastline. Stop at the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity 60 million years ago which have spawned legends about the mythical giant, Finn McCool. In Derry join a local guide for a short walking tour around the defensive walls of the compact city before driving to Letterkenny. (B, D)

Day 8: Ulster American Folk Park & Kilronan CastleVisit the Ulster American Folk Park to see traditional cottages and learn about folk crafts in the Ulster American Folk Park. Board a replica ship bound for the “New World” to see how emigrants travelled and lived in their new homeland. Continue to Kilronan Castle for a 2-night stay and relax in the great setting. (B, D)

Day 9: Rose of Innisfree Boat Ride & BelleekVisit the historic 17th century Parke’s Castle, set on the shores of Lough Gill followed by a boat ride on the scenic lake. View the tiny island of Innisfree, which inspired many works of W. B. Yeats, the Nobel prize-winning poet. View his grave in Drumcliffe and visit the Belleek Pottery Factory to see the creation of delicate china. Return to Kilronan Castle Hotel for leisure time before dinner. (B, D)

Day 10: Galway Bay & Cliffs of MoherTravel south to Galway city for a panoramic drive around the main sights and take some free time

The Scots–Irish& more!

Superior First Class Hotels: 14 or 15 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights:

Edinburgh Pub Dinner

Dublin’s Pub Dinner


Royal Yacht Britannia

Isle of Skye

Cliffs of Moher

Blarney Castle

2-Nights in Kilronan Castle Day 1: Edinburgh & Stirling CastleYour trip starts in Edinburgh Airport with a group transfer to your hotel, departing at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. At 2:00 pm depart your hotel for a short drive to visit the massive Stirling Castle, associated with “Braveheart” William Wallace

and Mary, Queen of Scots. Return to Edinburgh for a welcome drink and you are free for independent dining

this evening.

Day 2: Edinburgh & Royal Yacht BritanniaThis morning tour Edinburgh to

compare and contrast the wide streets and elegant mansions of

the Georgian 200-year-old “New Town” with the narrow lanes and medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile. In Leith tour the Royal Yacht

Britannia, fl oating home of The Queen on many of her travels around the world. After dinner in

a popular restaurant, take a ghost walking tour around the oldest part of Edinburgh. On August 3 to 19 departures enjoy the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle. (B, D)

Day 3: Whisky Tasting & CeilidhTravel north to Pitlochry to visit Blair Athol Distillery to see how whisky is made and enjoy a “wee dram.” Continue through majestic Highland scenery

to Leault Farm where dogs herd sheep through various obstacles. Drive to Inverness, a major town in the Highlands and check in to your hotel beside the River Ness in the centre of the town. After dinner, take part in a ceilidh, a musical evening. (B, D)

Day 4: Isle of Skye & Clan Donald CentreDrive alongside Loch Ness and through wild Highland scenery, pausing for photos at the picturesque Eilean Donan Castle and cross to the Isle of Skye by bridge. Drive through part of the island and visit the Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle to discover the history of the powerful Lords of the Isles. Return to the mainland by ferry and take the “Road to the Isles” through some lovely scenery, stopping for photos at the Glenfi nnan Monument. (B, D)

Day 5: Glen Coe & Rabbie BurnsThis morning enjoy fi nal views of the magnifi cent Highlands as you drive south through Glen Coe and alongside the lovely shores of Loch Lomond. Stop briefl y in Alloway to visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum to learn about the famous poet’s life and poetry. Travel along the coast to Cairnryan for a short ferry ride to Belfast. The evening is free to explore and choose a restaurant to dine on your own. (B)

Day 6: Titanic Belfast & Mount StewartThis morning a Belfast guide will show you Victorian buildings, the imposing City Hall in Donegall Square and the shipyards where RMS Titanic was built in 1912. Visit Titanic Belfast

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- Molly Darcy’s Irish Night

- O’Connell’s Restaurant in Dublin


★ 1 lunch (L)




★ Ferries to the Isle of Skye and to Ireland



★ Reserved seats for Edinburgh Military Tattoo on July 27 to August 17 departures







★ Visits and admissions to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Inveraray Castle, Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle, Culloden Battlefi eld Visitor Centre, Balmoral Castle or Crathes Castle, Glamis Castle, St Andrews, Edinburgh Castle, Titanic Belfast, Clonmacnoise Monastic Site, Kylemore Abbey, Cliffs of Moher, Muckross House & Gardens, Skellig Experience, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, House of Waterford Crystal and Dunbrody Famine Ship




SUPERIOR FIRST CLASS HOTELSStay at the following (or similar):






Radisson Blu St. Helen’s Hotel, Dublin (1 night)

Radisson Blu Hotel, Galway (2 nights)



Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2 nights)

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Sun 23 2325 2450

Sun 30 2375 2500

Apr Sun 06 2375 2500

Sun 13 2375 2500

Sun 20 2375 2500

Sun 27 2575 2575

May Sun 04 2575 2725

Sun 11 2575 2725

Sun 18 2575 2725

Sun 25 2575 2725

Jun Sun 01 2625 2775

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Jun Sun 08 2625 2775

Sun 15 2625 2775

Sun 22 2625 2775

Sun 29 2625 2775

Jul Sun 06 2625 2775

Sun 13 2625 2775

Sun 20 2625 2775

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Aug Sun 03 2799 2950

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Sun 21 2625 2775

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Oct Sun 05 2375 2500

Sun 12 2375 2500

Sun 19 2375 2500

Sun 26 2325 2450

Nov Sun 02 2325 2450

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Day 12: Muckross House & Ring of Kerry Tour Take a horse-drawn jaunting car ride to Muckross House. Tour the house to see period furnishings and learn of its prominent guests and owners. Travel around the Ring of Kerry where the road winds between mountains and Atlantic coastline. Visit the Skellig Experience to learn about the rocky offshore islands and view the Three Lakes of Killarney from Moll’s Gap. Enjoy free time to browse around Killarney before dinner. (B, D)

Day 13: Blarney Castle & Waterford WalkDrive through the mountains of Kerry to Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Drive along the coast to the Marine Bar in Dungarvan for a creamy Irish coffee and an informal traditional music session. Continue to Waterford and check into your historic hotel, located on the waterfront of this ancient port city. After dinner, take a fun walking tour to discover Waterford’s long history. (B, D)

Day 14: Waterford Crystal & Dublin RestaurantTour the House of Waterford Crystal to watch glass blowing and cutting by master craftspeople and see a huge display of elegant tableware and magnifi cent trophies. In New Ross visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship, a replica of a vessel which took emigrants from Ireland during the 1840’s Famine. Continue to your hotel in Dublin and in the evening drive to O’Connell’s Restaurant for an elegant meal and some live music. (B, D)

Day 15: Depart for Home or Spend an Extra Day in DublinFor those booked on our 15-day tour, group transfers are provided to Dublin Airport to arrive at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon (B).

If you have booked our 16-day tour, spend an additional day in Dublin with an independent Dublin open-top bus tour (valid for 48 hours), plus a visit to Guinness or Jameson and a taxi transfer to Dublin Airport on the fi nal day. (B)

Tour Highlights:

Edinburgh Cabaret


Molly Darcy’s Irish Night

in Killarney

St Andrew’s – Home of Golf

Cliffs of Moher

Clonmacnoise Monastery

Farewell Dinner at

O’Connell’s in Dublin

Day 1: Glasgow City TourYour trip starts in Glasgow Airport with a group transfer to your hotel at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. At 2:30 pm take a panoramic tour around central Glasgow. View extensive collections in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Chat with your tour director over a welcome drink before

dinner. (D)

Day 2: Loch Lomond Cruise & Inveraray

Castle Embark on a short cruise of

Loch Lomond to appreciate views

of Highland peaks. Take

a guided tour around Inveraray Castle, home of the Campbell

family, and browse around the

nearby town. Drive through

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valley where the Campbells massacred many of the Clan Macdonald in 1692 and on to Ballachulish.

(B, D)

Day 3: Isle of Skye & Highland Evening Travel on the scenic “Road to the Isles”, stopping

for photos at the Glenfi nnan Monument. Take a ferry to the Isle of Skye and visit the Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle. Drive through the island

and return to the mainland by bridge, stopping for photos at the famous Eilean Donan Castle. Pass Loch Ness on the way to your hotel in Nairn. A Scottish Highland evening will feature haggis, bagpipe music and dancing. (B, D)

Day 4: Culloden Moor & Speyside DistilleryVisit the Culloden Battlefi eld Visitor Centre to learn about Bonnie Prince Charlie’s defeat in 1746, which changed the traditional Highland way of life for the clans. Drive into the Speyside region to visit one of the prominent distilleries. Learn about whisky making and sample a “wee dram” at the end of the tour. Drive to your 19th century manor house hotel near Blairs. (B, D)

Day 5: Balmoral Castle & Afternoon TeaDrive along the charming River Dee Valley, called “Royal Deeside” as it was made popular by Queen Victoria. Visit the Royal Family’s Balmoral Castle set in its spacious estate (Apr-Jul).Visit Crathes Castle when Balmoral is closed (Mar & Aug-Nov). Take a look around the town of Ballater, where shops bear the Royal Warrant. Stop at the Falls of Feugh to sample afternoon tea with freshly-baked scones and enjoy a talk on Highland life. (B, D)

Day 6: Glamis Castle & St Andrews GolfVisit Glamis Castle, legendary setting of Macbeth and childhood home of the late Queen Mother. Travel across the Tay Bridge to St Andrews, the “Home of Golf.” Enjoy free time to look around and perhaps visit the British Golf Museum or the ruined cathedral. Continue south to Edinburgh to check in to your hotel near the Royal Mile. Head to a popular venue to enjoy a lively Scottish Evening with dinner and entertainment. (B, D)

Scottish & Irish Gold

Superior First Class Hotels: 15 or 16 Day Coach Tour

Day 7: Edinburgh Castle & City TourTour Edinburgh this morning to see the Georgian 200-year-old “New Town” and walk along part of the Royal Mile, the medieval section of the city. Tour the imposing Edinburgh Castle and enjoy splendid views. Spend the afternoon and evening at leisure. On July 27 to August 17 departures enjoy the Royal Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle. (B)

Day 8: Titanic Belfast & Vibrant DublinDepart Edinburgh early this morning and drive south through Ayrshire and along the coast. At Cairnryan take a ferry ride to Larne. Drive to Belfast for a panoramic city tour followed by a visit to Titanic Belfast to learn about this famous liner through state-of-the-art displays. Drive south to Dublin and check in to your centrally-located hotel. You are free to dine independently (B)

Day 9: Clonmacnoise Monastic Site & Galway City TourLeave Dublin and visit Clonmacnoise Monastic site, founded in 545 AD by St. Ciaran on the banks of the River Shannon. See elaborate high crosses as well as many church ruins and round towers. Drive to Galway for a panoramic tour before checking in to your hotel, located near specialty stores, cafés and pubs. Enjoy free time before dining in your hotel. (B, D)

Day 10: Connemara & Catamaran CruiseDrive through the heart of Connemara to Leenane to embark on a short cruise of Killary Harbour, a 9-mile fjords. Enjoy views of hills where traces of “lazy beds” of potato ridges from the 19th century can still be seen. Stop for a casual lunch and tour Kylemore Abbey, an impressive mansion that is set in a lovely location by a lake. Return to Galway where the evening is free. (B, L)

Day 11: Cliffs of Moher & Molly Darcy’s PubTravel south around Galway Bay to see the Cliffs of Moher, which rise almost 700 feet above the pounding Atlantic surf. Watch trained working dogs herd sheep and drive to Killarney, a little town that is world-famous due to its exquisite location beside lakes and mountains. Check in to your hotel in the centre of the town. In the evening head to Molly Darcy’s Pub for a hearty dinner and some lively local music and step dancing. (B, D)

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- Historic pub in York




★ Tours of Glasgow, Edinburgh, York, London, Cardiff and Stratford-upon-Avon


★ Blair Athol Distillery whisky tour and tasting

★ York ghost walking tour

★ Train rides in Yorkshire & Snowdonia

★ Afternoon tea in Lake District

★ Walking tours of Whitby, Chester, Oxford and Windsor

★ Beatles-themed tour of Liverpool with a local guide


★ Visits and admissions to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Spean Bridge Woollen Mill, St Andrews, Edinburgh Castle, Old Blacksmith’s Shop at Gretna Green, York Minster, Castle Howard, Brontë Parsonage, The Beatles Story, Tower of London, Stonehenge, Roman Baths & Pump Room, Cardiff Castle, National Slate Museum, Caernarfon Castle, Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Windsor Castle







Ben Wyvis Hotel, Strathpeffer (1 night)


Old England Hotel, Bowness (1 night)

Marriott Hotel, York (2 nights)



Maldron Hotel, Cardiff (1 night)


Shakespeare Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon (1 night)

Macdonald Windsor Hotel, Windsor (1 night)

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Fri 18 2750

Fri 25 2780

May Fri 02 2780

Fri 09 2780

Fri 16 2780

Fri 23 2780

Fri 30 2850

Jun Fri 06 2850

Fri 13 2850

Jun Fri 20 2850

Fri 27 2850

Jul Fri 04 2850

Fri 11 2850

Fri 18 2850

Fri 25 2850

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Fri 08 2975

Fri 15 2975

Fri 22 2975

Aug Fri 29 2850

Sep Fri 05 2850

Fri 12 2850

Fri 19 2850

Fri 26 2750

Oct Fri 03 2750

Fri 10 2750

Fri 17 2750

Fri 24 2750

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Icons of BritainSuperior First Class Hotels: 16 Day Coach Tour

Tour Highlights:


Beatles’ Tour of Liverpool


Tower of London

Stonehenge & Bath

Iconic British Authors

Windsor Castle

Day 1: Glasgow HighlightsStart your trip at Glasgow Airport with a group transfer to your hotel, departing at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. At 2:30 pm tour Glasgow to see George square and nearby Glasgow Cathedral and visit extensive collections in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Join your tour director and travel companions for a welcome drink before dinner. (D)

Day 2: Loch Lomond & Loch Ness CruiseTravel alongside the famous Loch Lomond, renowned for its unsurpassed beauty, and through the deep valley of Glen Coe. Continue through Fort William and stop at the Spean Bridge Woollen Mill, which offers quality Scottish goods. At Fort Augustus embark on a short cruise on Loch Ness and continue to the charming spa town of Strathpeffer and your centrally-located hotel. (B, D)

Day 3: Whisky Tasting & St AndrewsDrive to Blair Athol Distillery in Pitlochry to see

how whisky is distilled and sample some. Continue south to St Andrews on the east coast. Spend time to browse around the British Golf Museum, the town or the cathedral

ruins. Continue to Edinburgh and in the evening enjoy a Scottish evening with lively singing and dancing and a chance

to try some traditional haggis, neeps and tatties. (B, D

Day 4: Edinburgh Castle & City Tour

This morning take a guided tour around central Edinburgh,

which is divided between the gracious,

wide streets of the 200-year-old Georgian

New Town and the compact medieval Royal Mile. Visit Edinburgh Castle

to view the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Scone. On August 1 to 15 departures, seats are reserved for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (B)

Day 5: Gretna Green & Lake DistrictJourney through the Scottish Borders, stopping in Melrose and Gretna Green before driving into the Lake District National Park. See the charming hills and valleys that inspired William Wordsworth’s poetry and Beatrix Potter’s children’s’ stories. Check in to your elegant lakeside hotel and enjoy afternoon tea. In the evening you are free. (B)

Day 6: Yorkshire Dales & York Ghost WalkSee heathery moors, fl ower-fi lled meadows and ancient stone villages of the Yorkshire Dales. Take a guided tour around York and walk to York Minster to visit the great medieval cathedral. Dine in a historic pub and explore narrow medieval streets on a fun ghost walking tour. (B, D)

Day 7: Historic Train Ride & Castle HowardTravel on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway by vintage locomotive. Discover the picturesque harbour, winding streets and quaint buildings of Whitby on a walking tour. Tour the elaborate chambers of Castle Howard, an imposing 18thcentury mansion where Evelyn Waugh’s celebrated novel, “Brideshead Revisited,” was fi lmed. (B, D)

Day 8: Brontë Parsonage & Beatles’ LiverpoolIn Haworth visit the Brontë Parsonage, where Charlotte, Emily and Anne Brontë penned their popular novels, including “Wuthering Heights.” In Liverpool a Beatles-themed tour will show you many of the places where the “Fab Four” lived, worked, played and came to fame. After dinner, explore on your own, if you wish. (B, D)

Day 13: National Slate Museum & Caernarfon CastleToday tour North Wales, starting with a visit to the National Slate Museum, which tells about the region’s former slate industry and pause for photos of Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales. Stop in Conwy to view its massive castle, narrow medieval streets and the smallest house in Britain. Tour the massive walls and battlements of 13th century Caernarfon Castle. (B, D)

Day 14: Llangollen & Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-AvonDrive to the charming village of Llangollen before heading across the English border for a look around the picturesque town of Bridgnorth. Drive to Stratford-upon-Avon for a panoramic tour and visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace to see an exhibition about his life and work. Check in to your Tudor-style hotel. (B, D)

Day 15: Cotswolds & Windsor CastleDrive through the Cotswolds and stop in Broadway, typical of the lovely old villages in the region. Take a walking tour through Oxford to learn about the city and the most famous colleges. Tour Windsor Castle, one of The Queen’s offi cial residences, to see the State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel. After dinner, take a brief stroll around the town. (B, D)


Day 9: The Beatles Story & ChesterThis morning visit The Beatles Story to learn more about the Beatles and their music. Take a walking tour of Chester to discover the Roman walls and black-and-white buildings. Drive to London and check in to your hotel where dinner is served. (B, D)

Day 10: Tower of London & City SightsThis morning take a panoramic tour of central London to see famous landmarks including Piccadilly Circus, Nelson’s Column and lions of Trafalgar Square, Big Ben towering over the Houses of Parliament and Hyde Park. Visit the Tower of London to view the magnifi cent Crown Jewels, guarded by Beefeaters in distinctive Tudor uniforms. The evening is free for dining. (B)

Day 11: Stonehenge, Bath & Cardiff Castle BanquetDrive to Salisbury Plain to view the huge monoliths of Stonehenge and learn about their history. Next head to Bath for a short drive to view Regency houses and Bath Abbey before visiting the Roman Baths and Pump Room. Travel into Wales to tour Cardiff Castle followed by a fun Welsh banquet. (B, D)

Day 12: Brecon Beacons & SnowdoniaTake a panoramic drive around Cardiff, Wales’ proud capital, to view the principal features. Drive through the Brecon Beacons National Park and continue north through charming countryside. Stop in local towns to get a fl avour of the region. Take a narrow-gauge train ride through the heart of Snowdonia to admire mountain scenery. Drive to Caernarfon for your next overnight stay. (B, D)

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★ Rundreise im luxuriösen Reisebus während der gesamten Reise

★ Deutschsprachiger Reiseführer zur Begleitung und Unterhaltung während der gesamten Reise

★ Hotelübernachtungen wie aufgeführt (oder ähnlich) mit eigenem Bad oder Dusche und WC für 7 Nächte

★ 7x Irisches Frühstück

★ 7x Abendessen mit Menüwahl

★ Tee/Kaffee & Scones im Cabra Schloßhotel in Kingscourt

★ Rundfahrten in Dublin & Galway

★ Besichtigungsfahrten nach Ring of Kerry & Dingle Halbinsel

★ Besichtigung der Klippen von Moher

★ Besuchs- und Eintrittsgelder St. Patricks Kathedrale, Burg von Cahir, Gallarus Gebetshaus, Birr Castle Demesne

★ Gebühren für Gepäckträger (ein Gepäckstück pro Person)

★ Hoteldienstleistungsgebühr

★ Alle örtlichen Steuern

IHRE ÜBERNACHTUNGSHOTELS(ODER ÄHNLICH)

★ Freitag: 4★ Crowne Plaza Hotel, Northwood Park, Santry Demesne, Santry, Dublin

★ Samstag: 3★ Brandon Hotel, Tralee, Co Kerry

★ Sonntag: 3★ Brandon Hotel, Angaben s.o.

★ Montag: 3★ Brandon Hotel, Angaben s.o.

★ Dienstag: 4★ Ardilaun Hotel, Galway

★ Mittwoch: 4★ Cabra Castle Hotel, King-scourt, Co Cavan.

★ Donnerstag: 4★ Crowne Plaza Hotel, Angaben s.o.

Tour code: ZAU14

Irischer ZauberLuxuriöse 8-tägige Busrundreise mit Abschiedsessen

& Übernachtung in einem echten irischen Schloss

1. Tag (Freitag): Ankunft in DublinUnsere Gäste sind aufgefordert, sich nach der Ankunft in Dublin zum Busparkplatz, auf der anderen Straßenseite ausserhalb von Terminal 1, zu begeben. Dort fährt der Shuttlebus des Crowne Plaza Hotels jede halbe Stunde zwischen 5:15 Uhr und 0:15 Uhr. Dies ist ein untentgeltlicher Service. Ihr Reiseführer wird Sie dann an Ihrem Hotel in Empfang nehmen. Der Rest des Tages steht zu Ihrer freien Verfügung.

2. Tag (Samstag): Cashel & CahirWenn Sie Dublin heute verlassen, führt

Sie Ihr Weg durch eine Vielzahl von verschiedenen Landschaften. Es

geht durch landwirtschaftlich fruchtbares Land im Zentrum der irischen Insel. In Cashel haben

Sie frei verfügbare Zeit. Cashel ist für seine Legenden um den Rock of

Cashel, einem Felsen auf dem eine reiche Ansammlung kirchlicher Ruinen thront,

bekannt. Fahren Sie nach Cahir, um sich die dortige Burg, Irlands eindrucksvollste normannische Festung, anzusehen. Danach geht es weiter in die bergige Grafschaft von Kerry nach Tralee

3. Tag (Sonntag): Ring of KerryHeute fahren Sie um den Ring of Kerry, eine

der schönsten Aussichtsstraßen Irlands. Beginnend in Killarney, werden Sie auf dieser Fahrt die höchsten Berge Kerrys, die Magillycuddy’s Reeks, sehen. Die sich ständig ändernde Aussicht auf Gebirge und Küste wird dies für Sie zu einer

unvergesslichen Fahrt machen. Fahren Sie durch die abgeschiedenen Dörfer Cahirciveen und Derrynane bis nach Sneem, ein aus bunten Häusern bestehendes Dorf, welche sich um zwei Plätze gruppieren. Weiterfahrt duch Molls Gap mit seiner Aussicht über die drei Seen. Am Ladies View können Sie eine weitere großartige Aussicht genießen, bevor es zurück nach Killarney geht, wo Ihnen freie Zeit zur Verfügung steht. Danach fahren Sie weiter nach Tralee für das Abendessen und die Übernachtung.

4. Tag (Montag): DingleVon Tralee geht es weiter auf die Dingle Halbinsel. Fahren Sie entlang der Aussichtsstraße, die sich an der Küste durch Hügel schlängelt. Genießen Sie spektakuläre Ausblicke auf Berge und Küste, die sich nach jeder neuen Kurve ändern. Besuchen Sie Gallarus, eine frühchristliche Kapelle, errichtet in der Form eines umgedrehten Bootes. Im Süden können Sie den Ausblick auf die Iveragh Halbinsel genießen. Sehen Sie Dingle Town bevor es entlag der Halbinsel nach Tralee Town geht. Genießen Sie etwas freie Zeit vor dem Abendessen.

5. Tag (Dienstag): Klippen von MoherVerlassen Sie Tralee und fahren Sie nach Tarbert. Dort überqueren Sie mit einer Fähre den Shannon. Danach geht es zu den Klippen von Moher. Die Klippen erheben sich bis zu 210 Meter aus dem tosenden Atlantik und erstrecken sich über 8 km. Fahren Sie durch die Mondlandschaft des Burren. Die fast baumlose Landschaft ist ein Überbleibsel aus der letzten Eiszeit und beherbergt in einmaliger Form zahlreiche verschiedene arktische, alpine und mediterrane Kleinstpfl anzen und seltene Vögel. Weiterfahrt nach Galway, der Hauptstadt von Irlands Westen. Nach einer Rundfahrt fahren Sie entlang der Bucht von Galway nach Connemara zum Abendessen und zur Übernachtung.

6. Tag (Mittwoch): Übernachtung in einem SchloßDiesen Morgen fahren Sie zur Birr Castle Demesne. Der schöne Park ist für seine Baum- und Pfl anzensammlungen bekannt. Eine Besonderheit im Park ist das Great Telescope, das 1845 gebaut wurde und für über 70 Jahre das größte Teleskop der Welt war. Danach fahren Sie durch die Midlands nach Kingscourt, zu Ihrem Schloßhotel, errichtet im Jahre 1760. Genießen Sie Tee/Kaffee & Scones in Ihrem Schloßhotel, während Ihr Gepäck auf Ihr Zimmer gebracht wird. Der Rest Ihres Nachmittages steht zur freien Verfügung,

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7. Tag (Donnerstag): DublinFahren Sie nach dem Frühstück zurück nach Dublin. Am Morgen lernen Sie die bekanntesten Sehenswürdigkeiten Dublins auf einer Stadtrundfahrt kennen. Die Stadt ist reich an Geschichte, hat herrliche Plätze und Parks und schöne georgianische Gebäude aus dem 18. Jahrhundert. Im Stadtzentrum kommen Sie am geschichtsträchtigen Trinity College, Heimat des berühmten Book of Kells, vorbei. Ihre Tour führt Sie entlang des prächtigen „Bank of Ireland“ Gebäudes, welches das ehemalige Parlament war, und Leinster Haus, in dem das Unter- und auch das Oberhaus der Regierung zusammenkommen. Besichtigen Sie die St. Patricks Kathedrale, die größte Kathedrale in Dublin und ehemals Heimat von Jonathan Swift, Autor von Gullivers Reisen. Der Nachmittag steht zur freien Verfügung. Danach geht es zu Ihrem Hotel in dem Sie abendessen und übernachten werden.

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★ 10 × Abendessen (Menüwahl)

★ 1 × Irischer Abend mit musik

★ Reisebus, moderner irischer Standard

★ Taxi-/privater Bus-Transfer zum Hotel und zurück zum Flughafen

★ Deutschsprachiger Reiseleiter

★ Irish Coffee in Tom Creans South Pole Inn

★ Besichtigung der Midleton Whiskeybrennerei mit Whiskeyprobe

★ Besuch des Guinness Storehouse inklusive einem kostenlosen Guinness.

★ Eintritte: Bru na Boinne Besucherzentrum, Knowth. “Titanic Belfast”, Old Mellifont Abtei, Giants Causeway, Donegal Castle, Ballintubber Abtei, Cong Abtei, Schiffahrt auf dem Fluss Corrib, Gallarus Gebetshaus, Muckross House, Dunbrody Emigrant Ship, Bischofspalast, House of Waterford Crystal, Powerscourt Gardens

★ Übernachtungen in gehobenen Mittelklassehotels, Zimmer alle mit Dusche/WC oder Bad/WC

★ Gebühren für Gepäckträger (ein Gepäckstück pro Person)

IHRE ÜBERNACHTUNGSHOTELS (ODER ÄHNLICH)

★ Montag: 4★ Croke Park Hotel, Jones Road, Dublin

★ Dienstag: 4★ Europa Hotel, Great Victoria Street, Belfast

★ Mittwoch: 3★ Station House Hotel, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal

★ Donnerstag: 3★ Station House Hotel, Angaben s.o.

★ Freitag: 4★ Connemara Coast Hotel, Furbo, Co. Galway

★ Samstag: 4★ Connemara Coast Hotel, Angaben s.o.

★ Sonntag: 4★ Dingle Skellig Hotel, Dingle, Co. Kerry

★ Montag: 4★ Dingle Skellig Hotel, Angaben s.o.

★ Dienstag: 3★ Tower Hotel & Leisure Centre, Waterford

★ Mittwoch: 3★ Tower Hotel & Leisure Centre, Angaben s.o.

★ Donnerstag: 3★ Grand Canal Hotel, Grand Canal Street , Dublin

Außer am 8.Juni, das Hotel ist hier das Roganstown House, Dublin Airport, Swords

Tour code: ITR14

Irischer Traum12-tägige Busrundreise durch die schönsten Regionen Irlands

1. Tag (Montag): Dublin Nach der Ankunft in Dublin begeben Sie sich bitte zum CIE-Schalter in der Ankunftshalle. Von dort aus erfolgt ein Taxi-/privater Bus-Transfer zu Ihrem Hotel. Der Rest des Tages steht zu Ihrer freien Verfügung.

2. Tag (Dienstag): Dublin - Boyne Valley Das erste Ziel Ihrer Tagesetappe ist das berühmte Boyne Valley. Hier, im Tal des Boyne, fand 1690 die große Entscheidungsschlacht um Irland statt. Sehen Sie das Besucherzentrum von Bru na Boinne – ein Zentrum, welches die prähistorischen Grabstätten der Region erklärt. Im Anschluss

besuchen Sie Knowth. Nicht weit davon erhebt sich der Hügel von Slane, auf dem St. Patrick das Osterfeuer entzündete und damit die

Christianisierung Irlands und Europas einleitete. Bei Mellifont besichtigen Sie die Ruine der ältesten Zisterzienserabtei Irlands.

Weiterfahrt in den Norden der Insel zu Ihrem Hotel in Belfast.

3. Tag (Mittwoch): Giants Causeway Diesen Morgen fahren Sie zu der Werft,

in der die RMS Titantic 1912 gebaut wurde. Besuchen Sie dort das neueröffnete

Titantic Belfast Museum, dass anlässlich zum 100 jährigen Jubiläum des Stapellaufes

des Schiffes in 2012 eröffnet wurde. Fahrt nach Norden entlang der Antrim Küste,

eine der schönsten Küsten Irlands. Besuch des legendären Giants Causeway, dem

“Damm des Riesens”. Dieser besteht aus sechseckigen Vulkansteinsäulen, die vor über 60 Millionen Jahren

enstanden sind. Einer irischen Legende nach wurde der Damm von einem Riesen erbaut, der sich mit den enormen Steinen einen Weg nach Schottland bauen wollte. Weiterfahrt nach Dunluce Castle und der Stadt Derry, wo sich wunderschöne Fotogelegenheiten bieten.Im Anschluss, pünktlich zum Abendessen, Weiterfahrt in die Region Donegal.

4. Tag (Donnerstag): Donegal RundfahrtIn Donegal Town erwartet Sie eine Besichtigung der imposanten Ruine des aus dem 15. Jahrhundert stammenden Donegal Castle. Natürlich bleibt Ihnen auch Zeit, die Überreste des mittelalterlichen Klosters Donegal Abbey auf eigene Faust zu besichtigen. Die Stadt Donegal ist gleichzeitig der Ausgangsort für eine klassische Rundfahrt durch die wilde, herbe Landschaft der Grafschaft, mit seinen Bergen auf der einen, und der zerklüfteten Atlantikküste auf der anderen Seite.

5. Tag (Freitag): Donegal - Ballintubber - FurboHeute geht die Fahrt von Donegal durch die Grafschaft Mayo über Castlebar nach Ballintubber. Die Ruinen einer im 13. Jahrhundert gegründeten Augustinerabtei weisen noch heute auf frühe Pilgerreisen zum Croagh Patrick, dem Heiligen Berg der Iren, hin. Die Kirche ist noch heute ein Zentrum für Gläubige aller umliegenden Orte. Besichtigung von Cong Abbey. Weiterfahrt zu Ihrem heutigen Ziel Furbo.

6. Tag (Samstag): Connemara Rundfahrt Der heutige Tag beginnt mit einer Schiffahrt auf dem Lough Corrib, bei der Sie schon einen ersten Eindruck von der romantischen Seite dieser Region gewinnen können. Connemara ist eine Landschaft von wilder Ursprünglichkeit, spektakulären

Gebirgspanoramen, faszinierender Stille, dunkelbraunen Hochmooren, kleiner, im Sonnenlicht tintenblau leuchtenden Seen, einsamen Stränden, tiefen Buchten, zahlreichen Wasserfällen, kleinen Bächen und Flüßen. Die Fahrt geht über Roundstone, Clifden, Leenane und Maam Cross zurück nach Furbo.

7. Tag (Sonntag): Galway - Burren - Dingle Das Burrengebiet ist die größte Karstausdehnung in Irland und von eigenwilligem Reiz. In den Felsspalten blühen mediterrane, alpine und arktische Pfl anzen einträchtig nebeneinander. Atemberaubend ist der Blick von den Klippen von Moher, die sich auf bis zu 210 Metern aus dem tosenden Atlantik erheben. Weiterfahrt entlang der zerklüfteten Küsten von Clare durch romantische kleine Seebäder, die hier wie an einer Perlenschnur aufgereiht liegen. Überquerung des Shannon bei Killimer. Weiterfahrt über Listowel und Tralee nach Dingle.

8. Tag (Montag): Dingle Halbinsel Am heutigen Tag haben sie die Möglichkeit die prächtige Dingle Peninsula, mit ihren malerischen Bergen und Sandstränden zu entdecken. Auf einer kleinen Rundreise durch Dingle bietet sich die Möglichkeit eine Vielzahl von frühchristlichen Gebetshäusern, u.a. das Gebetshaus von Gallarus zu besichtigen - Ein einzigartiges Zeugnis frühchristlicher Kultur.

Es bietet sich die Gelegenheit den South Pole Pub zu besuchen, der einst Tom Crean, einem antarktischen Entdecker, gehörte um einen Irish Coffee zu genießen.

Anschließend kehren sie nach Dingle Village zurück, wo Ihnen dann der Rest des Tages zur freien Verfügung stehen wird.

9. Tag (Dienstag): Dingle - Killarney - MidletonDie erste Etappe des Tages führt Sie nach Killarney, wo das berühmte Muckross House besucht wird. Hierbei handelt es sich um ein von wunderschönen Gärten umgebenen Herrenhaus aus der Mitte des 19. Jahrhundert. Heute befi ndet sich dort ein Heimatmuseum mit einem hervorragenden Handwerkszentrum. Weiterfahrt nach Midleton. Hier werden Sie die Midleton Brennerei besuchen, eine historische Brennerei, in der Irland’s bekanntesten Whiskeys-Marken wie Jameson

und Midleton Rare hergestellt werden. Weiterfahrt nach Waterford, einer kleinen, geschichtsträchtigen Stadt, die einst von Vikingern gegründet wurde.

10. Tag (Mittwoch): WaterfordDas erste Ziel des Tages ist das Dunbrody Emigrant Ship - ein Nachbau des Schiffs das in der großen Hungersnot der 1840er Jahre (eines der wichtigsten Kapitel der Geschichte Irlands) zur Massenauswanderung und zum Nahrungsmittelimport verwendet wurde.Zurück in Waterford werden Sie das Choristers‘ Hall Museum besichtigen, welches mit zahlreichen mittelalterlichen Schätzen beeindruckt, sowie dem eleganten, aus dem 18. Jahrhundert stammenden Bischofspalast.Besuchen Sie im Anschluss das House of Waterford Crystal, wo Sie die Herstellung des über Jahrhunderte berühmten Glases erleben können.

11. Tag (Donnerstag): DublinSie fahren nach Wicklow - „Dem Garten Irlands“, wo Sie die Powerscourt Gardens besuchen werden - eine atemberaubende Gartenanlage, berühmt für seine Wasseranlagen und wunderschönen Bepfl anzungen. Weiterfahrt nach Dublin, wo Sie eine Stadtrundfahrt erwartet. Die für Dublin typischen georgianischen Plätze und Häuser bestimmen ebenso das Stadtbild wie moderne Geschäftsgebäude. Die Stadtrundfahrt wird gekrönt mit einem Besuch des Guinness Storehouse, der Heimat des berühmten schwarzen Biers. Abends fi ndet ein traditionelles Abendessen mit Musik in einem typisch irischen Pub statt.

12. Tag (Freitag): Dublin (Abreise)Taxi-/privater Bus-Transfer zum Flughafen Dublin

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ALEXANDER HOTEL

01 Jan 28 Feb All week 66.00 122.00 65.00 01 Mar 30 Apr all week 70.00 126.00 68.33 01 May 30 Sep all week 85.50 141.00 84.00 01 Oct 31 Oct all week 77.50 133.00 76.33 01 Nov 31 Dec all week 66.50 122.00 65.00

ASHLING HOTEL

01 Jan 31 Mar all week 59.50 98.00 53.33 01 Apr 30 Apr all week 65.00 104.00 58.67 01 May 30 Sep all week 75.00 114.00 68.67 01 Oct 31 Oct all week 65.00 104.00 58.67 01 Nov 31 Dec all week 59.50 98.00 53.33

BALLSBRIDGE HOTEL


BUNRATTY CASTLE HOTEL

01 Jan 31 Mar all week 49.00 77.00 40.00 01 Apr 30 Apr all week 51.00 79.00 42.00 01 May 31 May all week 63.00 91.00 54.00 01 Jun 30 Sep all week 65.00 93.00 56.00 01 Oct 31 Oct all week 52.50 81.00 43.33 01 Nov 31 Dec all week 51.00 79.00 42.00

CLONTARF CASTLE HOTEL

01 Jan 30 Apr all week 84.00 134.00 81.00 01 May 30 Sep all week 102.00 150.00 98.67 01 Oct 31 Dec all week 84.00 134.00 81.00

CLYDE COURT HOTEL


CONRAD HOTEL DUBLIN

01 Jan 31 Mar all week 89.50 146.00 89.33 01 Apr 31 Oct all week 97.00 154.00 89.33 01 Nov 31 Dec all week 89.50 146.00 89.33

CROKE PARK HOTEL

01 Jan 31 Mar all week 59.50 97.00 53.33 01 Apr 30 Apr all week 65.00 103.00 58.67 01 May 30 Sep all week 73.50 110.00 66.33 01 Oct 30 Nov all week 65.00 103.00 58.67 01 Dec 31 Dec all week 59.50 97.00 53.33

CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL - SANTRY

01 May 30 Sep all week 60.00 99.00 57.00

DAVENPORT HOTEL

01 Jan 28 Feb all week 66.00 122.00 65.00 01 Mar 30 Apr all week 70.00 126.00 68.33 01 May 30 Sep all week 85.50 141.00 84.00 25 Jun 27 Jun all week 114.50 195.00 63.67 01 Oct 31 Oct all week 77.50 133.00 76.33 01 Nov 31 Dec all week 66.50 122.00 65.00

DT DUBLIN HOTEL


DUNBOYNE CASTLE HOTEL

01 Jan 30 Apr all week 42.00 76.00 41.67 01 May 31 Dec M,Tu,W,Th,F,Sa 57.00 91.00 57.00 01 May 31 Dec Su 49.50 84.00 49.33 01 Oct 31 Dec all week 42.00 76.00 41.67

HERBERT PARK HOTEL

01 Jan 31 Mar all week 74.00 128.00 61.67 01 Apr 30 Apr all week 74.00 128.00 61.67 01 May 30 Sep all week 80.00 134.00 64.67 01 Oct 31 Dec all week 74.00 128.00 61.67

MALDRON HOTEL CARDIFF LANE


OLD GROUND HOTEL

01 Jan 31 Dec all week 66.50 104.00 63.67 01 Jan 31 Mar all week 62.00 100.00 58.67 01 Apr 30 Apr all week 69.50 108.00 66.33 01 May 30 Sep all week 71.00 110.00 68.00 01 Oct 31 Oct all week 69.50 108.00 66.33 01 Nov 31 Dec all week 62.00 100.00 58.67

RADISSON BLU ROYAL HOTEL

01 Jan 31 Mar all week 73.00 114.00 72.67 01 Apr 30 Apr all week 81.00 131.00 78.00 01 May 31 Oct all week 87.50 137.00 82.00 01 Nov 31 Dec all week 73.00 114.00 72.67

RADISSON BLU ST HELENS HOTEL - DUBLIN

01 Jan 28 Feb all week 68.00 107.00 59.67 01 Mar 31 Mar all week 71.00 110.00 63.67 01 Apr 30 Apr all week 76.50 116.00 68.67 01 May 31 Oct all week 82.50 129.00 74.33 01 Nov 31 Dec all week 68.00 107.00 59.67

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WESTBURY HOTEL

01 Mar 31 Mar all week 134.00 236.00 106.33 01 Apr 30 Apr all week 143.50 251.00 111.00 01 May 30 Sep all week 154.00 267.00 137.00 01 Oct 31 Oct all week 143.50 251.00 111.00 01 Nov 30 Nov all week 134.00 236.00 106.33

LIMERICK STRAND HOTEL

01 Jan 31 Mar all week 49.50 90.00 43.33 01 Apr 31 Oct all week 58.50 99.00 52.33 01 Nov 31 Dec all week 49.50 90.00 43.33


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01 Apr 30 Nov M 90.50 162.00 82.00 01 Apr 30 Nov Sa 99.50 179.00 88.00 01 Apr 30 Nov Sa 99.50 179.00 88.00 01 Apr 30 Nov Th 99.50 170.00 88.00

GLASGOW MARRIOTT HOTEL

01 Mar 30 Nov all week 76.50 121.00 76.33

GLASGOW THISTLE HOTEL

01 Mar 30 Nov all week 71.00 116.00 63.00

HARTE & GARTER HOTEL

01 Mar 30 Nov Sa 117.00 179.00 113.33

MACDONALD HOLYROOD HOTEL

01 Apr 30 May F,Sa 100.00 154.00 96.00

MAR HALL GOLF & SPA RESORT

01 May 31 Oct all week 150.50 319.00 150.67

MARRIOTT DALMAHOY HOTEL

01 Mar 30 Apr Sa 86.50 143.00 86.67 01 Mar 30 Apr Su,M 77.00 134.00 77.00 01 May 02 Aug Sa 96.00 153.00 96.67 01 May 02 Aug Su,M 86.50 143.00 87.00 03 Aug 25 Aug Sa 131.50 188.00 131.67 03 Aug 25 Aug Su,M 122.50 179.00 122.33 26 Aug 30 Sep Sa 96.00 153.00 96.67 26 Aug 30 Sep Su,M 86.50 143.00 87.00 01 Oct 30 Nov Sa 86.50 143.00 86.67 01 Oct 30 Nov Su,M 77.00 134.00 77.00

MENZIES GLASGOW & LEISURE CLUB

01 Apr 22 Jul all week 65.50 116.00 62.00 23 Jul 03 Aug all week 73.00 130.00 69.33 04 Aug 31 Oct all week 65.50 116.00 62.00

RADISSON BLU EDWARDIAN GRAFTON HOTEL

01 Apr 31 Oct F,Su,M,Sa 87.00 154.00 79.67

RADISSON EDWARDIAN VANDERBILT HOTEL - LONDON

01 Apr 30 Jun Su,F,Sa 81.00 145.00 74.67

ROXBURGHE HOTEL

01 Apr 31 May all week 87.00 135.00 86.67

THISTLE KENSINGTON GARDENS

01 Apr 30 Nov Sa 94.00 165.00 88.67 01 Apr 30 Nov Su 92.50 163.00 87.00 01 Apr 30 Nov Th 92.50 163.00 87.00

MARRIOTT DALMAHOY HOTEL

01 Mar 30 Apr Su,M 77.00 133.00 76.33 01 Mar 30 Apr Tu,W,Th,F,Sa 80.00 133.00 79.67 01 May 31 Jul Su,M 86.00 142.00 85.00 01 May 31 Jul Tu,W,Th,F,Sa 88.50 142.00 88.67 01 Aug 23 Aug Su,M 120.50 177.00 119.67 01 Aug 23 Aug Tu,W,Th,F,Sa 123.50 177.00 123.33 24 Aug 21 Sep Su,M 86.00 142.00 85.00 24 Aug 21 Sep Tu,W,Th,F,Sa 88.50 142.00 88.67 22 Sep 28 Sep Su,M 120.50 177.00 119.67 22 Sep 28 Sep Tu,W,Th,F,Sa 123.50 177.00 123.33 29 Sep 30 Sep Su,M 86.00 142.00 85.00 29 Sep 30 Sep Tu,W,Th,F,Sa 88.50 142.00 88.67 01 Oct 31 Dec Su,M 77.00 133.00 76.33 01 Oct 31 Dec Tu,W,Th,F,Sa 80.00 133.00 79.67


5 Day Taste of Ireland, June 2013“We did this trip with our daughter and it

was amazing. Great hotels, meals, sightsee-

ing etc. We meet some wonderful people

and our tour guide Andrew was great

funny and very informative. W will cer-

tainly do another trip with CIE.”

Greg and Chris, Wagga Wagga, Australia 25/07/2013

Irish Spirit, June 2013“Fabulous tour with Matt Lawson. Highly

recommended. Great driver with excep-

tional skills. Wonderful knowledge of

Ireland.

Thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks Matt for a

great time. George and Dee”

George and Dee Cochrane, Albury, Australia 10/07/2013

Taste of Ireland Tour, June 2013“Well we are back home now after having a

wonderful time in England and Ireland.

We did enjoy our tour with CIE and

would highly recommend it to others.

Saw plenty in the little time we had tour-

ing your pretty country and certainly got a

‘Taste of Ireland’.

Please let Matt Lawson our tour guide

know Seamus enjoyed afternoon tea at

Connemara after visiting the marble fac-

tory there.

Once again many thanks to you for all the

advice you gave. It was greatly appreciated.”Jenny, Australia 13/06/2013

Ireland Tour, April 2013“My wife and I are just finishing up our

tour here Ireland and so very much

enjoyed Dominic Dixon as our guide and

excellent driver. You have a really gem in

Dominic. Goodness… he is so knowled-

able, we are so impressed. He made the trip.

Thank you.”

Steve Sinn, US 30/04/2013

Irish Adventure Tour, June 2013“What a wonderful taste of Ireland this

was! We say “taste” because even though

we spent eight days on the tour, we would

love to do it all again or, better still, do

another tour and visit different places.

Our tour guide/driver Murt was just the

best - his commentary was very informa-

tive but humorous enough to keep us in-

terested and engaged. We appreciated his

hard work to keep a large group like ours

running smoothly. The hotels we stayed at

and meals provided were first class, whilst

the attractions we visited met and ex-

ceeded our expectations — like everything

on this trip. We’d highly recommend CIE

Tours International to anyone wanting

to tour Ireland and we hope to be back

sometime in the future.”

Jan and John, New Zealand 31/07/2013

Irish Explorer, July 2013“We took the Irish Explorer tour from

Dublin, starting on 07 July, 2013. Dura-

tion 9 Nights/ 10 Days. On arrival at

Dublin we were greeted by the CIE rep

who arranged the transfer to our hotel

- Clontorf Castle. It was well appointed

hotel with very courteous staff & well

appointed rooms. Food both Dinner &

breakfast next morning had an awesome

spread.

Next morning we set off on our tour to

the North — Donegal. Our tour Direc-

tor was Liam. He was amazing. He knew

the history of Ireland like the back of his

hand. He was well informed, had a great

sense of humor. His anecdotes were really

great. He made a world of a difference on

the tour.

We were 27 of us the Coach. Most meet-

ing each other for the first time. We all got

along famously.

CIE did a great job. Would recommend to

my friends to take CIE tours. Profession-

ally managed. Well done.”

Shyam & Veena Uttamsingh, New Delhi, India 19/07/2013

What our customers say!

A selection of testimonials from our customers

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will gladly recommend CIE tours, and

particularly Liam and Gerry to our friends

here in Australia. Thank you so much

Paul and Christine Hooper.”

Paul and Christine Hooper, Melbourne, Australia 25/06/2013

Irish Classic Tour, May 2013“A group of ten from Singapore joined your

Irish Classic Tour from the 9th to the 20th

May.The guide was Tommy O’Reilly and

the Driver Martin.

We are writing to thank you for a great

tour well conducted by Tommy and safely

driven by Martin. The itinerary was well

planned and the hotels chosen were good.

It was excellent value for money.For most

of us it was our first time in Ireland and

left with a wonderful impression of your

country and it̀ s people.

We will definitely recommend our friends

to CIE Tours and that they visit Ireland!”

Andrew and Dawn Kwok, Singapore 31/05/2013

9 Day Pub Tour, April 2013“We just completed our first trip to Ireland

with CIE on the nine-day Pub Tour.

What an amazing experience! Our tour

guide, Noel Hart, was absolutely fantas-

tic. He made the trip so interesting and

at the same time, fun. He seems to know

everything there is about Ireland, not

to mention his warm demeanor. A real

professional for sure! The tour was fun,

fast-paced and the accommodations were

superb. We can easily say that this was our

best holiday ever, bar none. We are seri-

ously contemplating a nine-day Scotland

tour next March. Please let us know if

trips are available then and of course the

cost and itinerary. Again, we wish to say

‘Thanks’ for an absolutely super holiday

and a fantastic tour guide — Noel Hart.”

John Rose, Heuston

30/04/2013

Taste of Ireland, May 2013“We had a fabulous tour guide Matt, He

was a wonderful driver, we were amazed at

his backing skills, he gave a very interest-

ing commentary, he was patient, kind and

amusing. He is an asset to the company —

give him a raise! Tour was wonderful and

we will certainly book again and strongly

recommend your company to others. We

have done many bus tours but this one was

the best.”Brenda Winchester, New Zealand 13/05/2013

Irish Explorer, 18th – 27th May 2013“Six of us from Singapore took the 9 day

Irish explorer package. The tour exceeded

all our expectations.The food was great

and accomodation was excellent.

The itinerary was designed to be easy and

relaxing.The key word was “no rush” and

that was what we expected on a holiday.

At the Meyrick Hotel in Galway we were

upgraded to a suite!

The price was great value for money.

The Driver and guide was Robert Glynn

a seasoned professional. He was courte-

ous and indeed a real pro. We now know

of a good operator that we can rely on for

future European Holidays.

Thanks for a great time.”

Victor and Lilly Tng, Singapore

13/06/2013

Irish Gold, August 19 – 27, 2012“Thank you for the wonderful trip that you

had organised. A brochure can only give

you so much, but the trip itself went above

and beyond expectations! I was the only

South African placed with this group and

also the youngest amongst the hipper older

generation. But I loved every minute of it.

I became the ‘Tech Expert’ with all their

fancy cameras and cellphones. But despite

that I have made incredible friends for life

and all because of Eight Days In Ireland.

There was never a dull moment, always

crazy moments!”Roné Hector, South Africa

13/06/2013

Jewels of Ireland, June 2013“We have just returned to Australia from

Ireland where we took your CIE ‘Jewels

of Ireland’ tour commencing 7th June…

This was our first holiday outside Aus-

tralia, and we are seniors, and we are

very glad that we chose Ireland. The tour

was excellent and we were looked after

throughout by your driver Gerry McCa-

rthy and your tour guide Liam Murray.

Liam attended to our every need and he

made us feel very much at home in Ireland.

We learned so much from local tour guides

and from Liam in his lovely cork accent.

We are extremely happy with the tour and

the way that Liam and Gerry made our

holiday such a memorable experience in

your lovely Ireland.We have travelled in

Australia by long distance trains but have

never before travelled for more than one

day by road coach. We found aspects of

extended tour coach travel interesting.We

made many friends on your tour and we 100

TERMS & CONDITIONS

A non-refundable land deposit of €175 per person is required for coach tours,

€105 per person for self drive and €300 for river cruises. Deposits are required within 5 days ofmaking the reservation.

We accept most major credit cards as well as Irish & UK Laser & SwitchCards. Your travel agent needs to provide us with the cardholder's information, including billing addressand must have the holder's signature on file.

Full payment must be made no later than 70 days prior to departure date forcoach tours and self-drives; 95 days prior for river cruises. CIE Tours accepts payment by major creditcards or Electronic Bank Transfer. If payment is not received as scheduled, your reservation willautomatically cancel and deposit payment become forfeit.

Tours will incur a fee of €35 per reservation if they require physical documentation& welcome pack/flight bag etc. Alternatively, we can provide electronic documents free of charge for allbookings. Flight bag can be collected at reception of your first night’s hotel.

Any revision to land arrangements made after the original booking has been

processed will incur a €35 handling fee per booking. If clients cancel from one tour and rebook onanother tour or another date, a cancellation fee may apply. We cannot accept revisions within 14 daysof departure or once we have issued documents.

Cancellations are subject to the following penalties on the land portion:Between:

• 70 days or longer: Forfeiture of deposit• 69 & 46 days: 25% per person• 45 & 8 days: 35% per person• 7 & 1 days: 50% per person• On day of departure: 100% per person

Minimum cancellation fees are €35 per person.Penalties per person apply:

• 121 days or longer: Forfeiture of deposit

• 120 - 90 days: 15% of total price or minimum of €300• 89 - 60 days: 35% of total price• 59 - 30 days: 50% of total price• 29 - 7 days: 80% of total price• 6 days or less: 100% of total price.

When open B&B vouchers are purchased from CIE Tours accommodation isbooked directly by you with homeowners, it is your responsibility to cancel such reservations directlywith bed & breakfast Irelands website or homeowners in the event that vouchers are cancelled with CIETours.

All cancellations must be advised in writing (mail,fax or e-mail) to CIE Tours prior to tour departure during normal business hours (09.00 am -5.00pmMondays through Friday).Notification shall be deemed to have taken place on date of receipt of suchwritten notification by CIE Tours. It is the clients responsibility to ensure that any notification ofcancellation is received by CIE Tours. Minimum cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer travel insurance policies to personstravelling on our coach tours, but we do require all passengers to have the appropriate best travelinsurance policy. Please ask your local insurance provider/ bank.

To promote an enriching travel experience, CIE Tours reserves the right to rejectany client whose conduct is incompatible with the interest of the tour group.

Passengers necessitating unique attention must advise CIE Tours attime of booking. Passengers who require particular assistance must travel with a qualified travelcompanion as CIE Tours drivers and guides cannot provide individualized help. As our coaches are notequipped with wheelchair ramps, all tour members must be able to mount 3 or 4 steps into coach.Motorized scooters are unsuitable for touring. CIE Tours is not responsible for denial of services by anyof our suppliers. Due to space restrictions, passengers wishing to take wheel chairs, walkers, oxygentanks etc. must send a request to CIE Tours for approval.

Coach tours are usually operated by 48 seat motor coaches. When passengernumbers are low, a smaller coach may be used.

Land arrangements are provided as described in each tour program. CIE Toursreserves the right to substitute hotels for accommodations in similar categories. Accommodation in B&Bs(farmhouses, town and country homes) is clean, comfortable and includes private bathrooms.

Meals are provided as specified in each tour program. Dinners in hotels are on a table d'hótebasis.

CIE Tours reserves the right to substitute visits,entertainment and other features when establishments are closed or cannot be visited for reasonsbeyond our control.

Deviations to the planned cruise itineraries and hotels are possible if conditionsrender them advisable or necessary. All cruise routes are subject to change without notice. In the rareevent of water level problems on the River Danube, it may be necessary to operate part of theitinerary by motor coach.

If it becomes necessary to cancel a coach tour prior to departure, CIETours will offer the next available date at no additional land cost or will make a full refund of allmonies paid to CIE Tours. CIE Tours cannot accept responsibility for any additional costs or fees relatingto such a tour booking or for any cancellation penalties due to non-refundable airfares.

Due to events beyond our control, it may be necessary for CIE Tours tocancel a guaranteed coach tour. Under these circumstances we will offer either the next available dateat no additional land cost or 100% refund of all payments made to CIE Tours. In addition, we will also

reimburse or absorb documented airline penalties/fare changes not exceeding €150 per person, even ifthe air is purchased independently.

Handling of one piece of luggage per person is included in the cost of all coach tours. Onlyone suitcase per person is permitted and size should not exceed 30 x 20 x 10 inches. Luggage iscarried at owner's risk throughout the tour unless insured. Hand baggage and small articles such ascoats, umbrellas or cameras are entirely in the care of the passengers. Boot space in self-drive cars islimited so pack lightly, preferably using soft-sided suitcases.

Tips for personal services and to tour directors and drivers are not included in tour cost and leftto your discretion.

Children under 8 are not permitted to travel on coach tours. Those aged8 to 18 years are charged 90% of the full adult rate and must travel with an adult. Young peopletravelling unaccompanied must be at least 21 years old.

Smoking is not allowed on the motor coach but frequent stops are madethroughout the day.

All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry,special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must bepaid by the passenger.

CIE Tours cannot make refunds or exchanges for unusedaccommodations, services or features of any tour unless agreed upon prior to departure.

You should submit to CIE Tours in writing no later than 28 days after the endof the tour.

Passenger contract with CIE Tours is subject exclusively to Irish Law and Jurisdiction for IrishTours or English Law and Jurisdiction for British Tours. Car Rental - Insurance: Our basic Hertz carrental price includes unlimited mileage, current local taxes, airport location charges (LSC), third partyliability, theft protection (TP) and collision damage waiver (CDW). Non waivable deductible amounts are

not covered by CDW and range from €1200-2500 depending on the car rented. Super collisiondamage waiver (SCDW) can be purchased at an additional cost. Baggage protection can also be

purchased directly at an additional cost. Extra driver insurance cost €9.50 per day per additionaldriver.

25-79 years. Certain conditions apply for drivers 25-29 and 76-79years. Drivers aged 23-34 years are restricted to car types B & E and pay a daily surcharge. Driversmust have one year’s driving experience and produce a valid driving license with no endorsements,issued in their country of residence. Hirer is responsible for fuel costs, parking fees and speedingtickets.

CIE Tours International, 35 Lower Abbey Street, Dublin 1 are not responsible for anypersonal injury, property damage or other loss a passenger incurs on any tour arising from acts oromissions by any air carrier, public transport company, hotel, car rental company, subcontractor or otherperson or organisation, whether or not such company is rendering any services supplied on the tour. Alltickets and vouchers are issued and supplied subject to the foregoing and to any and all terms andconditions under which transportation and services are provided. Italian and Eastern European coachtours are operated for CIE Tours by Kompas Holidays International and European River Cruises byAmadeus Waterways. Without limitation CIE Tours is not liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, orincidental damage, injury, death, loss, accident, delay, inconvenience or irregularity of any kind whichmay be occasioned by reason of any act or omission beyond its control, including, without limitationany willful or negligent act, failure to act, breach of contract or violation of local law or regulation ofany third party such as an airline, train, hotel, bus, taxi, van, local ground handler or guide, financialdefault or insolvency of any supplier and/or restaurant which is, to, or does supply any goods orservices for this trip. CIE Tours is not liable for any loss, injury, death or inconvenience due to delay orchanges in schedule, overbooking of accommodation, default of any third party, attacks by animals,sickness, the lack of appropriate medical care, evacuation to same, if necessary, weather, strikes, acts ofGod or government, acts of terrorism, or the threat thereof, force majeure, war, quarantine, epidemics,or the threat thereof, criminal activity, or any other cause beyond its control. CIE Tours reserves theright at its sole discretion to alter the itinerary as it may deem necessary or advisable. CIE Toursreserves the right at its sole discretion to decline to accept or retain any passenger on any of its toursif it deems accepting or retaining any such person as being detrimental to the tour. In the event anypassenger is removed from a trip, CIE Tour's only obligation is to refund to that person that portion ofthe payment allocable to unused services. Any disclaimer of liability by CIE Tours under this clause isenforceable to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Each of the provisions of this clause isseverable and if any such provision is held by any court or other competent authority to be illegal,void or unenforceable in whole or in part, the legality, validity and enforceability of the remainingprovisions of this clause shall not be affected or impaired. Changes in the RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE canbe made only in writing signed by an officer of CIE Tours. It is the travelers’ responsibility to obtainthe correct travel documentation (passport, visa, identifications) for the destination(s) to be visited. CIETours is not responsible for penalties incurred for tickets, international or domestic, not issued by CIETours due to schedules and/or flight changes. Once full payment is made, there will be no priceincreases. Passengers may accelerate full payment to avoid any price increases.

CIE Tours accepts no responsibility for losses or expenses due to delay or changes inschedules, flight cancellations or misconnections due to mechanical problems, sickness, quarantine,weather, acts of God, strikes, government actions, war, terrorism or other circumstances beyond itscontrol. Passengers must bear all such losses or expenses. To guard against unforeseen circumstances, weinsist you travel with a comprehensive travel insurance policy which you must purchase at home beforetravelling on tour with CIE Tours.

Rates are valid from 1st January 2014 to 31st December 2014 and are quoted on a perperson, sharing twin room basis. All prices are shown in Euro and are calculated on currency rates andfares existing on July 1, 2013. CIE Tours reserves the right to alter prices at any time prior todeparture and without prior notice if circumstances so warrant. Any devaluation or revaluation ofcurrencies may affect published prices.

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OUR TOURS

CIE TOURS OFFERS YOU THESE ADVANTAGES:

• Over 40 different programs

• 85% of all tour departures are guaranteed

• Strong buying power with suppliers

• Strong focus on quality

• Fully inclusive tours with no optional extras

• Client satisfaction which converts to repeat business for you.

NO OPTIONAL EXTRAS - NO HIDDEN CHARGES:

We include all the necessary ingredients for a successful tour -

many competitors charge additional for sightseeing and

dinner/shows which can add up to an additional €400 per

couple per week.

• Great hotel accommodations

• All breakfasts

• Most dinners

• Special evenings with entertainment and banquets

• Prepaid admission fees to attractions

• Deluxe coach transportation

• Expert tour escorts and local guides

TOUR GROUP SIZE:

The minimum group booking is for 10 or more paying passengers.

Other CIE Tours’ clients will be booking on to the same coach.

If you want an exclusive coach for your group, we require 38

passengers. Free conductor place or places are offered, depending

on group size.

OFF-PEAK TRAVEL:

Off-season rates make tour prices more attractive - travellers can

save up to 30% over high season rates.

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