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Ireland’s Sparkling Gems

8 DAYS | DUBLIN TO DUBLIN

GOOD FOR | INDEPENDENT ADVENTURERS, RELAXED TRAVELERS

WHAT’S INCLUDED

7 Nights Accommodation, Daily Breakfasts, Private Airport Transfers, Standard Rail Tickets, Private Transfers from Killarney to Galway, Sightseeing as mentioned.

RECOMMENDED HIGHLIGHTS

EXPERIENCE Dublin on a Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour and Connemara on a day’s excursion. JOIN LOCAL SPECIALISTS FOR a Coastal Walk and Chowder Trail in Howth and on a Ring of Kerry Excursion. VISIT the Cliffs of Moher.

RECOMMENDED ACCOMMODATIONS

KILLARNEY TOWERS HOTEL

Killarney |

Kylemore Abbey Ashford Castle

Connemara

GALWAY 2 2

Cli s of Moher

Ring of Kerry 2 2

KILLARNEY KILLARNEY

NORTHERN IRELAND

IRELAND

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Howth

DUBLIN DUBLIN

Your Fully-Customizable Sample Itinerary

DAY 1 | FÁILTE TO DUBLIN

Welcome to Dublin! Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the warmest of welcomes from your Local Host. They will settle you in, answer any questions you may have and share local tips and recommendations. Enjoy a Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour that’s a great introduction to all the city’s highlights with more than twenty stops along the way (entrance fees are not included).

DAY 2 | EXPLORE EVERYTHING DUBLIN

Spend some more time exploring the vibrant Irish capital, then make your way to the DART (electric train) and journey to Howth. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience by joining a Local Specialist on a Coastal Walk and Chowder Trail of this ancient and famous Dublin village. (B)

DAY 3 | JOURNEY TO KILLARNEY

Make your own way to the train station for the scenic ride to Killarney. Nothing quite beats the romance of traveling through Ireland’s Golden Vale by train. Your Local Host will meet you at your hotel later today and give you all the information you need to make the best of this charming location. (B)

DAY 4 | EXPERIENCE THE MAGICAL RING OF KERRY

Head out for your included excursion around the scenic Iveragh Peninsula, better known as the Ring of Kerry. This iconic stretch of rugged landscapes and crashing seas has been an inspiration for writers and poets for centuries. Enjoy the lilting commentary of your Local Specialist as you weave your way through idyllic towns and villages. (B)

DAY 5 | JOURNEY VIA THE CLIFFS OF MOHER TO GALWAY

This morning, you will be picked up by a private car to embark on your journey to Galway, stopping along the way at the Cliffs of Moher for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at this natural masterpiece, set against the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean and part of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Burren Geopark. Why not upgrade your stay in this region with a night or two in the not-to-be-missed, luxurious Ashford Castle? (B)

DAY 6 | EXPERIENCE THE WONDERS OF CONNEMARA

Today, join an included excursion to experience the stark beauty and hidden valleys of Connemara. Marvel at dramatic mountainous backdrops before stopping at Kylemore Abbey. This castle-like abbey is serenely located on the edge of Pollacapall Lough and boasts a six-acre Victorian walled garden to explore. (entrance fees to the abbey and gardens not included). (B)

DAY 7 | RETURN TO DUBLIN

This morning, you will be picked up by a private car and chauffeur and dropped off at Galway Train Station for your return journey to Dublin. The rest of your day is free – Perhaps go for a ‘pint of black’ at the Guinness Storehouse’s Gravity Bar, see the Book of Kells at Trinity College, admire Georgian Dublin’s colorful array of doors or hit the Temple Bar area to soak up the bustling atmosphere. (B)

A typical Irish weather forecast

Like the weather in Ireland, your experiences can change on this trip every ten minutes or so. Perhaps that’s a good thing, as there are many different ‘gems’ to experience – the natural beauty, our ancient history and rich culture to name just a few. Whatever happens on your journey, it will no doubt be enriched by Ireland’s brightest gem – the people you’ll connect with along the way.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

HOWTH WALK & CHOWDER TRAIL

Breathe in sea air and revel in the great outdoors along Dublin’s beautiful coast. Your time discovering hidden routes and nooks across Howth’s cliff paths will make a positive impact on the local ecosystem and community.

PACKAGES FROM:

LOW: C$1894PP* | MID: C$2410PP* | HIGH: C$2586PP*

* Sample ‘from’ pricing is based on the following travel months: Low – January, Mid – October, High - July, is per person, land only and based on double occupancy. Subject to change and varies by inclusions and travel dates.

TAKE IT PERSONALLY

To personalize this sample itinerary, see Catherine’s Collection on pages 78-105 or visit our website for additional accommodation and activity options, suggestions and recommendations.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

TWO-NIGHT ASHFORD CASTLE UPGRADE

FROM C$389PP* Upgrade your stay in Galway with two nights at the luxurious Ashford Castle. * Sample ‘from’ price is based on Low season (January).

Torc Waterfall, Killarney National Park

DAY 8 | DEPART DUBLIN

Bid farewell to Ireland as you are transferred to Dublin Airport, where your vacation ends. (B)

Ireland’s Sights & Sounds

9 DAYS | DUBLIN TO DUBLIN

GOOD FOR | EXCITEMENT CHASERS, MILESTONE PLANNERS

WHAT’S INCLUDED

8 Nights Accommodation, Daily Breakfasts, Private Airport Transfers, Standard Rail Tickets, Private Transfer from Killarney to the Shannon Region, Sightseeing as mentioned.

RECOMMENDED HIGHLIGHTS

EXPERIENCE Dublin on a Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour, a traditional Irish Music & Dance Show, a Day Trip in Cork that includes Blarney Castle, the Titanic Experience Cobh and Jameson Distillery Midleton. JOIN A LOCAL SPECIALIST FOR a Ring of Kerry Tour. VISIT the Cliffs of Moher.

RECOMMENDED ACCOMMODATIONS

CAMDEN COURT HOTEL

Dublin |

THE IMPERIAL HOTEL

Cork |

GREAT SOUTHERN HOTEL

Killarney |

LIMERICK STRAND HOTEL

Shannon Region |

NORTHERN IRELAND

IRELAND

Cli s of Moher Dromoland Castle

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SHANNON REGION

Adare Manor

Ring of Kerry 2 2

KILLARNEY KILLARNEY

Blarney 2 2

CORK CORK

Midleton

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DUBLIN

Your Fully-Customizable Sample Itinerary

DAY 1 | FÁILTE TO DUBLIN

Welcome to the Irish capital! You will be met and privately transferred to your hotel, where you’ll meet your Local Host, who will settle you in with the warmest of welcomes. They’ll answer any questions about your trip and will fill you in on all that’s not-to-be-missed while visiting their beloved city.

DAY 2 | EXPLORE EVERYTHING DUBLIN

Your included Hop-On, Hop-Off tour is a great introduction to Dublin and all her highlights. There are more than twenty stops along the route and a host of famous sights to see (entrance fees are not included). Later this evening, enjoy live music with a traditional Irish dance show. (B)

DAY 3 | JOURNEY TO CORK

Make your way to the train station. On board, embrace the opportunity to see the ‘Emerald Isle’ from its best vantage point as your rail journey winds its way Southeast. Your Local Host will meet you at your Cork hotel to give you all the information you need to get the best out of this charming part of our world. (B)

DAY 4 | HISTORY, WHISKEY & THE ‘GIFT OF THE GAB’

Head out on a day trip to explore the best of County Cork. Exchange a kiss for the ‘gift of the gab’ at Blarney Castle, step back in time to 1912 at the Titanic Experience Cobh and learn about the whiskey-making process (and sample a dram or two) at the Jameson Distillery Midleton (operates March to October). (B) Galway | © Tourism Ireland

It’s often said around here that Ireland punches above its weight and I believe this trip highlights exactly why. If you combine the astonishing sights of the Ring of Kerry, the Golden Vale and Cliffs of Moher with the vibrant sounds of Dublin and Cork – you really can’t go wrong, However, if you add laughter, music, plenty of craic and lashings of welcoming Irish charm, you end up with a trip that goes far beyond the day-to-day itinerary, that will make a lasting, intimate connection with Ireland, its beauty and of course, its people.

PACKAGES FROM:

LOW: C$2293PP* | MID: C$2901PP* | HIGH: C$3151PP*

* Sample ‘from’ pricing is based on the following travel months: Low – January, Mid – October, High - July, is per person, land only and based on double occupancy. Subject to change and varies by inclusions and travel dates.

TAKE IT PERSONALLY

To personalize this sample itinerary, see Catherine’s Collection on pages 78-105 or visit our website for additional accommodation and activity options, suggestions and recommendations.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

ONE-NIGHT CASTLE OR MANOR HOUSE UPGRADE

FROM C$179PP* Upgrade your night in the Shannon region to a stay in either the historic, luxurious Dromoland Castle or stately Adare Manor. * Sample ‘from’ price is based on Low season (January).

BELFAST EXTENSION

FROM C$718PP* Why not extend your stay to visit Belfast, Northern Ireland’s vibrant capital city. Includes a round-trip standard rail ticket from Dublin to Belfast, two nights hotel accommodation in Belfast and sightseeing. Visit our website or contact your Brendan Expert for more details.

Jameson Distillery, Midleton | © Tourism Ireland

DAY 5 | ALL ABOARD TO KILLARNEY

It’s a quick train trip from Cork to Killarney, where your Local Host awaits with tips and suggestions for your stay in this diverse destination. (B)

DAY 6 | EXPERIENCE THE MAGICAL RING OF KERRY

Head out for a day of scenic beauty on an included excursion around the Ring of Kerry. As you travel through the rugged landscapes, picturesque towns and villages, marvel at the sights while listening to the natural soundtrack of crashing seas and the special commentary from your local guide. (B)

DAY 7 | JOURNEY TO THE SHANNON REGION

This morning, you will be picked up by a private car and chauffeur. En route to your Shannon Region hotel, stop for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the incredible Cliffs of Moher – part of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Burren Geopark. Why not add a fairytale chapter to your Celtic story and upgrade your stay in the area to a night or two at the luxurious Dromoland Castle or Adare Manor? (B)

DAY 8 | RETURN TO DUBLIN

Take the train back to the Irish capital. The rest of the day is free to soak up its vibrant atmosphere. (B)