Best Of Ireland

Dublin, Kilkenny, Kildare, Waterford, Blarney, Killarney, Adare, Limerick, Bunratty, Galway

Summary of Best of Ireland

Dining Highlights
  • 1 Welcome drink with your Tour Director in Dublin
  • 9 full Irish breakfasts
  • 3 three-course dinners
  • 1 local pub restaurant dinner in Sligo
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Dublin
14 meals in total (See day-by-day itinerary)First Class Travel Highlights
  • Escorted by one of Trafalgar's top professional Tour Directors whilst touring.
  • A qualified local city guide in Dublin.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar's luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washrooms.
  • Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • AA stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.
Airport Transfers
Dublin Airport Transfers are provided on Days 2 and 11. Group transfers on arrival at Dublin Airport will operate at 08.00, 11.00 and 13.30. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Dublin Airport at 07.30, 09.30 and 11.30.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It's that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (Road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (Please ask your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus Passengers who book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(S) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.

Details

Tour Operator
Trafalgar Tours
Duration
11 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1Depart USAOvernight flight to Dublin.
Day 2DublinOn your arrival in Ireland, you are transferred to your hotel. After check-in the afternoon is free to relax and unwind. This evening we enjoy a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and fellow travelling companions.Hotel: Academy Plaza / Jurys Inn Parnell St
Day 3WaterfordAfter breakfast we make our way to Kildare to the Irish National Stud, where we will enjoy a walking tour to see some of the finest stallions in the world. We will also have time to visit the Japanese garden. We continue to Kilkenny where we view the medieval city dominated by its Norman Castle and ancient Cathedral. Finally on to Waterford. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Waterford Marina
Day 4Kenmare BayThis morning we visit the Waterford Crystal Factory and our Tour Director tells us that a Hidden Treasure will be revealed to us today! On to Cork and Blarney Castle where we kiss the stone and aquire the 'gift of the gab'. Finally past the beautiful area near Killarney Lakes at Kenmare Bay for our 2-night stay in Kenmare. (Full Breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Kenmare Bay (2 nights)
Day 5Kenmare BayEnjoy a full day of spectacular scenery through plunging cliffs and lakes, granite mountains and jagged coastlines as we tour the 'Ring of Kerry'. Our route passes Killorglin (Of Puck Fair fame), Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville and Moll's Gap in the Black Mountains before returning to our hotel at Kenmare Bay. (Full Breakfast)
Day 6LimerickThis morning we drive through the Glanaruderry Mountains and into County Limerick. We pause a while in Adare with its thatched cottages, it is one of the prettiest villages in Ireland. Then on to the mouth of the river Shannon and to Limerick, where on arrival an orientation tour shows us St. Mary's Cathedral, King John's Castle and the Treaty Stone. Then we visit the Bunratty Castle and folk park before going on to our hotel in Limerick. (Full Breakfast)Hotel: Radisson SAS (2 nights)
Day 7Galway BayWe travel to Lisdoonvarna a spa with sulphur and Chalybeate springs located in the curious area of the Burren a haven for geologists and botanists because of the unusual rocks and flora. We drive to the coast with views of the Aran islands as we stand at the beautiful Cliffs of Moher. Then we head north into the beautiful but barren mountainous region known as Connemara bounded on the South by Galway Bay, to the east by Lough Corrib and to the north by Clew Bay. We will enjoy beautiful coastal scenery before making our way to Galway, where an orientation tour shows us Lynchs Castle and the Spanish Arch. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Clarinbridge Court / Quality Oranmore
Day 8SligoDeparture this morning for County Sligo, an area rich in ancient ruins. First through Tuam, with its curious Protestant Cathedral of St Mary. Then on past Dunmore, with a ruined abbey said to have been founded in 1428 on the site of an alleged monastery of St Patrick. Finally via the small market town of Tobercurry to splendid Sligo Bay and our overnight hotel. Time to relax or to take an excursion to Drumcliff to see the church where Yeats is buried and across the border into Northern Ireland to visit the famous pottery at Belleek in County Fermanagh. Tonight we enjoy a dinner of local specialities in a typical restaurant. (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)Hotel: Yeats Country Hotel
Day 9DublinToday we travel via Boyle famous for its Cisterian Abbey and via Longford along the valley of the mighty River Shannon back to Dublin. You'll have time to perhaps visit a Stately Home or beautiful monastic site this afternoon. Perhaps try some Dublin Bay prawns and Guinness in a typical pub this evening! (Full Breakfast)Hotel: Mespil / Trinity Capital (2 nights)
Day 10DublinMorning sightseeing tour with a local guide includes views of St. Patrick's Cathedral, Phoenix Park and visits Trinity College to see the Book of Kells. Then free time to perhaps explore or shop. Tonight, we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with our Tour Director and new found friends. (Full Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Day 11Dublin USAFarewell as we transfer you to Dublin airport for your return flight home. (Full Breakfast)
Dates/Pricing
DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
July 10, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
July 12, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
July 17, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
July 19, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
July 24, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
July 26, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
July 31, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
August 02, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
August 07, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
August 09, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
August 14, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
August 16, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
August 21, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
August 23, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
August 28, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
August 30, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
September 04, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
September 06, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
September 11, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
September 13, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
September 18, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
September 20, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
September 25, 2008$1,925.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
October 02, 2008$1,875.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
October 09, 2008$1,875.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
October 16, 2008$1,875.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
October 23, 2008$1,875.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
November 13, 2008$1,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
November 20, 2008$1,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
Disclaimer
* Taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included. ** This list indicates brochure rates and dates. *** Please note: Land + Air inclusive tour prices are based from New York. For inclusive tour prices to your home city, please contact your Travel Agent. **** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
  
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