DAY 1

Arrive Dublin – Sightseeing
Welcome to Dublin. Relax after check-in. Later your Local Specialist takes you on a panoramic sightseeing tour, which includes views of Dublin Castle, Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Merrion Square. It’s a great introduction to your Irish journey.
Hotel: Maldron Newlands Cross
Meal:

DAY 2

Dublin – Boyle – Knock – Ballina (2 Nights)
View the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey at Boyle, dating back to the 12th century. Visit the pilgrimage town of Knock in County Mayo, where the Virgin Mary appeared to villagers in 1879. Dine tonight at your hotel in Ballina.
Hotel: Twin Trees
Meal: Full Breakfast,Dinner

DAY 3

Belleek (Northern Ireland) – County Donegal Excursion
Travel across the border into Northern Ireland for a visit to the Belleek Pottery centre. Visit the town of Donegal to view the 15th-century castle. Stop at Drumcliffe to view the grave of renowned Irish poet W. B Yeats. See the harbour town of Mullaghmore, before returning to your hotel in Ballina.
Meal: Full Breakfast

DAY 4

Ballina – Westport – Galway – Co. Limerick (2 Nights)
This morning travel via Westport and the beautiful region of Connemara to Galway on the banks of the Corrib River. View the cathedral, built on the site of the old prison and stroll around Eyre Square.
Hotel: Castle Oaks House
Meal: Full Breakfast

DAY 5

Cliffs of Moher Excursion
This morning, drive to the western coast and the magnificent Cliffs of Moher. Bring the history of the cliffs to life with a visit to the ‘Atlantic Edge’ exhibition. Spend free time exploring Limerick on your own or perhaps join your Travel Director for an Optional Experience to Bunratty Folk Park.
Meal: Full Breakfast,Dinner

DAY 6

Co. Limerick – Dingle Peninsula – Tralee
This morning in Limerick, your orientation drive includes views of St. Mary’s Cathedral and King John’s Castle. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Dingle Peninsula. See the unspoilt and colourful villages and fishing harbours of Ireland’s most westerly point. Later, arrive in the town of Tralee, famed for its annual ‘Rose of Tralee’ festival and beauty pageant before arriving at your hotel.
Hotel: Earl of Desmond
Meal: Full Breakfast,Dinner

DAY 7

Tralee – Blarney – Dublin
Visit Blarney Castle and don’t forget to kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire the ‘gift of the gab’. Arrive later in the capital, Dublin, for the final night of your holiday.
Hotel: Citywest/Maldron Tallaght
Meal: Full Breakfast

DAY 8

Depart Dublin
Say farewell to your Travel Director and new-found friends as your memorable holiday in the Emerald Isle comes to an end. Transfers are available. Conditions apply.
Meal: Full Breakfast

Sightseeing Highlights

• Dublin With your Local Specialist see St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the glorious Georgian Squares, and Christchurch Cathedral on your panoramic sightseeing tour
• Boyle View the Cistercian Abbey
• Knock Visit the pilgrimage site
• Belleek Pottery Visit the famous pottery factory
• County Donegal Visit this picturesque area
• Galway View Galway Cathedral and Eyre Square
• Cliffs of Moher View the stunning seascape from the cliffs and visit the Atlantic Edge exhibition in the eco-friendly Visitor Centre
• Limerick View St. Mary’s Cathedral and King John’s Castle
• Dingle Peninsula Enjoy the beautiful countryside along the Dingle peninsula, Ireland’s most westerly point
• Blarney Kiss the Blarney Stone during your visit of Blarney Castle and acquire the gift of the gab

Dining Highlights

• 7 Full breakfasts
• 3 Three-course dinners

First class travel Highlights

• Audio Headsets Provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
• Audio Headsets Provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
• Luxury air-conditioned coach
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• Variety of Optional Experiences
• City orientation tours
• An expert Travel Director and a professional driver
• All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
• Airport transfers are provided on the first and last travel day. Conditions apply