Chauffeur Driven Ireland

•Private airport transfers on days 2 and 8
•Accommodations in hotels listed; hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling
•Breakfast daily (B)
•Transportation in a chauffeur driven Mercedes Benz; your Irish chauffeur is your guide
•Sightseeing, special features and scenic highlights as indicated in the itinerary, including admission charges where applicable
•Portfolio of travel documents

DAY 1 - Depart USA*
Board your overnight transatlantic flight.

DAY 2 - Arrive in Dublin, Ireland
Welcome to Dublin! Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to your hotel by your chauffeur. This afternoon, your voyage of discovery begins with a city tour. Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, founded in 1190, tour Dublin’s beautiful Georgian squares, walk the cobbled courtyards of Trinity College to its famed library and its unique world treasure – the 8th-century Book of Kells. The rest of the day is free.

DAY 3 - Boyne Valley Excursion
Travel to the Boyne Valley in County Meath. This river valley was the cradle of Irish civilization and supported a sophisticated society in Neolithic times. Witness this when you stop at the Bru-na-Boinne Centre to visit one of the important Neolithic tombs at Newgrange or Knowth. Return to the city, where the balance of the day is at your leisure. (B)

DAY 4 - Dublin / Waterford
En route to Waterford visit Powerscourt, with glorious formal gardens and a superb view of Sugarloaf Mountain. Also stop at Glendalough, the “Valley of the Two Lakes,” famous for its early monastic ruins and scenic setting. Continue to the ancient town of Waterford with its colorful terrace houses, cafés and bars overlooking the quayside. Enjoy a night in Waterford Castle, set on its own private island on the River Suir. (B)

DAY 5 - Waterford / Killarney
Your day starts with a visit to Blarney Castle with its magical stone that gives the gift of eloquence for a kiss. Stroll across to the Blarney Woollen Mills to shop for fine traditional knitwear and crafts. Then journey on to the charming town of Killarney. (B)

DAY 6 - The Ring of Kerry
A scenic day includes a drive along the coastline of the Iveragh Peninsula and through the towns of Killorgin, Cahirciveen, Waterville and Sneem. This is one of Ireland’s loveliest districts, with spectacular land and seascapes. (B)

DAY 7 - Killarney / Dromoland Castle
Pass through pastoral farmlands, stopping at the Flying Boat Museum in Foynes. On to the picturesque village of Adare, then continue to Dromoland Castle. This elegant 16th-century baronial castle features luxurious accommodation in a splendid setting. (B)

DAY 8 - Dromoland / Depart Shannon
Transfer to Shannon Airport. Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)

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Boyne Valley Excursion
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Waterford Castle
Blarney Castle
Ring of Kerry
Dromoland Castle

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