Limerick •
Killarney • Ring of Kerry • Waterford • Dublin • Sligo • Connemara
• Galway • Cliffs of Moher • Ennis
Explore the four corners of the Emerald Isle. Breathtaking countryside
combines with idyllic villages and historic cities. Kiss the Blarney Stone and
get 'the gift of the gab'. Enjoy a pint of Guinness and prepare to be
completely disarmed by a large helping of genuine Irish charm and friendliness
everywhere you go.
Day 1 Depart USA Overnight
fight to Shannon.
Day 2 Arrive Shannon – Ennis On arrival in Ireland, you are
transferred to your hotel in Ennis. Later, we make a visit to nearby Bunratty
Castle and Folk Park. Tonight, we enjoy a welcome drink with our
Tour Director followed by dinner at our hotel. Hotel: West County
Day 3 Ennis – Killarney (2) We begin our day in Limerick with an orientation
tour seeing St. Mary's Cathedral and King John's Castle. Time to explore
further or to shop for some souvenirs before we continue to Adare, the
prettiest village in Ireland. Then on into County Kerry en route to Killarney
with its beautiful lakes. Hotel: Killarney Ryan (2 nights)
Day 4 Ring of Kerry Excursion A full day of scenery through plunging
cliffs and lakes, between granite mountains and endless beaches, 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 Killarney.
Day 5 Killarney – Waterford This morning after breakfast, we cross into
County Cork, stopping at Blarney Castle for a chance to kiss the
Blarney Stone and acquire the 'gift of the gab'! Then we pass through Cork
on our way to Youghal and along the scenic coast arriving at the Waterford
Crystal Gallery for an included visit to see how crystal is
created. Then on to our hotel for the night. Hotel: Marina
Day 6 Waterford – Dublin (2) This morning after breakfast, we make our
way to Kilkenny – the medieval city dominated by its Norman Castle
and ancient Cathedral. Then we enjoy a highlight visit to the Irish
National Stud Farm located outside the historic town of Kildare.
Later, we continue to Ireland's capital, Dublin for two nights. Hotel: The Gresham (2 nights)
Day 7 Dublin sightseeing & at leisure Morning sightseeing in
this 'fair city' includes views of Trinity College, Dublin Castle, St.
Patrick's Cathedral and Phoenix Park. Then, time on your own to perhaps
explore this fascinating city further or window shop in O'Connell or Henry
Streets. Tonight, why not join us at an Irish cabaret?
Day 8 Dublin – Sligo After breakfast this morning we drive deep into County
Sligo, an area rich in ancient ruins. Then we continue our journey to
beautiful Sligo Bay and our overnight hotel. Time to relax or take an
optional excursion to Drumcliff to see the church where Yeat's is buried and
across the border into Northern Ireland to visit the famous pottery at Belleek
in County Fermanagh. Hotel: Riverside
Day 9 Sligo – Galway A day of dramatic scenery as we travel into
beautiful County Mayo and the town of Westport on the coast at
Clew Bay. We continue through the magnificently wild region of Connemara
making a stop to see Kylemore Abbey. Then on to Clifden and more
spectacular views as we head to our hotel in Galway. Hotel: Galway Bay Golf & Country Club
Day 10 Galway – Ennis Time to explore before we head through the pretty
fishing village of Kinvarra. Then into County Clare and the rocky
landscape of the Burren. We continue past Black Head and along the
coast to the Cliffs of Moher towering above the Atlantic. Finally, we
make our way across country back to Ennis for our final night on this
Emerald Isle. Tonight, maybe join us for a farewell Cieli evening. Hotel: West County
Day 11 Ennis – Shannon – USA This morning after breakfast bid a fond
farewell as we transfer you to Shannon Airport for your return flight to
America.
