Treasures of Ireland South (201213)

Your Travel Includes:
Airport transfers in Dublin on day 2 and to Shannon on day 8Twin-bedded rooms in hotels listed or similar; hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling6 Breakfasts (B) and 3 three-course Dinners with choice of entree and coffee or tea (D) including a Welcome Dinner (WD)Services of a professional Irish Travel DirectorPrivate luxury motorcoach with air conditioning, reclining seats and emergency restroomSightseeing, special features and scenic highlights as indicated in the itinerary, including admission charges Headsets  for sightseeing so you can easily hear your guide's commentary hidden delightPortfolio of travel documentsSouvenir group photo

Day 1: Depart USA
Board your overnight transatlantic flight (cost not included in land only price).

Day 2: Arrive in Dublin, Ireland
Welcome to Dublin! This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner and wine. (Welcome Dinner)

Day 3: Dublin Sightseeing & at Leisure
Sightseeing starts at St. Patrick's Cathedral. On then to Trinity College and the 8th-century Book of Kells. The rest of your day is free. (Breakfast)

Day 4: Dublin / Waterford / Cork
Travel to the 6th-century monastic ruins at Glendalough. On to Waterford. Visit the House of Waterford Crystal for a visual journey of over 225 years of glassmaking. Then head to Cork. After dinner, a local historian will share tales of the sea and Cork's history. You will also hear about Cobh, the last port of call for the RMS Titanic. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 5: Cork / Cobh / Blarney / Killarney
Today visit Cobh and the Heritage Centre, bringing the story of emigration to life. Then on to Blarney. Browse through Blarney Woolen Mills and visit Blarney Castle with its magical stone that gives the gift of eloquence for a kiss. Continue to Killarney. (Breakfast)

Day 6: Ring of Kerry Excursion
Travel the road that winds around the beautiful Iveragh Peninsula, better known as the Ring of Kerry. Stopping at Torc Waterfall, there is a chance to join a leisurely guided hike. For those who do not want to join the hike, the motorcoach will return you to Killarney. (Breakfast, Dinner) NOTE: The hike travels over wooded paths and lakeshore trails. While there are no mountains to climb, walkers need to be fit, have good walking shoes or boots, sunscreen and raingear.

Day 7: Killarney / Cliffs of Moher / Limerick
Head to Foynes and the Flying Boat Museum. Foynes is also the birthplace of Irish Coffee. Savor a cup, then on to the Cliffs of Moher. End the day in Limerick. (Breakfast)

Day 8: Limerick / Depart Shannon
You will be transferred to Shannon Airport where your vacation ends. A transfer to the Crowne Plaza Hotel – Dublin Airport is also available. Extra nights can be booked in Limerick or Dublin. (Breakfast)

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
5/19/2012 - 5/26/2012	$1,450
5/26/2012 - 6/2/2012	$1,450
6/16/2012 - 6/23/2012	$1,450
6/23/2012 - 6/30/2012	$1,450
7/14/2012 - 7/21/2012	$1,450
7/28/2012 - 8/4/2012	$1,450
8/18/2012 - 8/25/2012	$1,450
9/1/2012 - 9/8/2012	$1,499
9/8/2012 - 9/15/2012	$1,499
9/15/2012 - 9/22/2012	$1,499
9/22/2012 - 9/29/2012	$1,499
9/29/2012 - 10/6/2012	$1,399
10/6/2012 - 10/13/2012	$1,399
10/13/2012 - 10/20/2012	$1,399
Note: Departures appearing above in green are guaranteed to operate by the tour operator.
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Discover Ireland's hidden gems on your 8-day excursion. There is much to see and plenty to unravel as you visit the Irish cities of Dublin, Cork, Killarney and Limerick. Highlights of your journey include a tour of Dublin's illustrious city streets and attractions, an outing at Blarney Castle and its intriguing Blarney Stone, and a hike through the gorgeous landscape of the Ring of Kerry.

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