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An 8-Day tour starting from $1,660
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| Well paced with two-nights in Killarney, and overnight stays in Galway and Waterford. The driving days are of a reasonable length with frequent and often scenic stops offering photo opportunities. |
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8 DAYS ~ IRELAND Tour Pace - Well paced with two-nights in Killarney, and overnight stays in Galway and Waterford. The driving days are of a reasonable length with frequent and often scenic stops offering photo opportunities. Fellow Passengers - This tour attracts both experienced and first-time travellers who are looking for an introduction to Ireland. It also often appeals to guests with an Irish background who are interested in exploring their ancestry. DAY 1 – SAT – DEPART USA. Overnight flight to Dublin. DAY 2 – SUN – ARRIVE DUBLIN. Welcome to a land of legends, of misty
mountains, lovely lakes and a warm friendly greeting wherever you go. On arrival at
Dublin Airport, your airport shuttle service leaves for the tour hotel at 08:00,
11:00 & 13:30. Later, a sightseeing tour of Dublin takes you past the
Customs House, along O’Connell Street and through Phoenix
Park. Travel along the river Liffey to see the Guinness Brewery and visit Dublin
Castle (when open) before admiring the 18th century buildings of the Georgian
section of the city. Later, join your Tour Director and fellow passengers for a
Welcome Drink. DAY 3 – MON – DUBLIN – GALWAY. Drive through the ‘forty
shades of green’ landscape of the Emerald Isle. Cross the Boyne River, its name a
reminder of the battle which saw William of Orange sow the seeds of future strife in his
defeat of the Catholic King James. Pass by the former fortress town of Athlone, built to
defend the strategic crossing of the Shannon, before crossing the river. The destination:
historic Galway,’City of the Tribes’, at the mouth of the Corrib River
and the capital of Western Ireland. Join your Tour Director to see the infamous Lynch
Memorial where Judge Lynch executed his own son, and the Church of St.
Nicholas, where Christopher Columbus reputedly prayed before his discovery of
America. Also see the aged Spanish Arch and Eyre Square, dedicated to the
late President, John F Kennedy. DAY 4 – TUE – GALWAY – KILLARNEY. Take the scenic route
through the mysterious rocky limestone landscape of the Burren, riddled with
underground caverns and streams and known for its rare flora. A visit to Bunratty's
remarkable folk park is the main highlight today. Ireland's rural heritage comes to life
as you walk along the cobbled streets, lined with buildings from a bygone era and
thatched cottages furnished in traditional style. Continue to nearby Limerick,
situated on the banks of the River Shannon, and famous for rhymes, lace and elegant
Georgian houses. Here your Tour Director shows you King John’s impressive
castle, the 800-year-old St Mary’s Cathedral and the Treaty
Stone. Continue past the charming thatched cottages of Adare, through the land
of song and legend, to your hotel in Killarney. DAY 5 – WED – RING OF KERRY EXCURSION. Take a leisurely excursion along the magnificent Ring of Kerry to enjoy its breathtaking views over mountains and sea. Pass through the small towns of Killorglin where the famous Puck Fair takes place, and Caherciveen, birthplace of the great patriot Daniel O'Connel. Follow the narrow road as it winds along the cliffs and through the fishing town of Waterville and delightful villages like Sneem. Cross the peat bogs of the Black Mountains to Moll’s Gap and admire Queen Victoria’s ‘Ladies View’. Back in Killarney, enjoy a memorable ride on a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car with the local ‘Jarvies’. This evening, Your Dine-Around option allows you to your own personal dining experience from a selection of local restaurants.(B,DA) DAY 6 – THU – KILLARNEY – WATERFORD. Drive through the rugged
Derrynasaggart Mountains and villages of the Sullane Valley to Blarney,
where you visit the famous 15th century Castle, the home of the famous Stone of
Eloquence, once kissed - never forgotten! Here you also have a chance to shop for
woollens at the Blarney Mills. Then it's on to Cork, Ireland's second
largest city, before enjoying a coastal drive via the fishing port of
Youghal, renowned for its connection with Sir Walter Raleigh and the seaside
market town of Dungarvan. In Waterford, see works of art produced before your
very eyes on a tour of the famous crystal works before arriving at your hotel.
DAY 7 – FRI – WATERFORD – DUBLIN. See Waterford’s 9th
century Reginald's Tower and the remains of the old city walls before
heading northwards through the beautiful pastoral countryside where memories, undimmed by
the passage of time, still recall the heroes of '98. A scenic drive takes you through the
Vale of Avoca to see the ‘Meeting of the Waters’ memorial to
Ireland’s poet laureate Thomas Moore. Continue on through the picturesque Vale
of Clara to Glendalough. Stop here to visit the extensive ruins of the
sixth century monastery of St. Kevin, nestled in a setting of total tranquillity.
Finally, return to Ireland's fun-loving capital via the beautiful scenery of County
Wicklow. Tonight, consider enjoying a farewell dinner and Irish cabaret to round off your
tour. DAY 8 – SAT – RETURN TO USA. Bid farewell to Ireland, as your memorable tour comes to an end after breakfast. Departure transfers arrive at Dublin Airport at 07:30, 09:30 & 11:30. (B)
Highlights - Exploring the living museum at Bunratty, taking the ride on a jaunting car in Killarney, enjoying the beautiful green countryside and listening to the ‘lilt’ of Irish voices are all tour highlights. Hotels - The five hotels on this tour range from the contemporary Burlington, central Dublin's largest hotel, to the cosmopolitan Killarney Avenue and Towers and the family-run Dooleys in the heart of Waterford. Enjoy Your Included Tour FeaturesPremium Highlights
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Additional Excursions & Sights
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CURRENT SPECIALS: Great Savings and Discounts EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNTS SAVE UP TO 10%: Insight sells its tours in many countries worldwide so the most popular tours fill very quickly. Don’t be disappointed, book early! You’ll be assured of the tours you want, andthe earlier you pay, the more you SAVE! Here’s how... Pay 4 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 2.5% Pay 7 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 5% Pay 10 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 7.5% Pay 12 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 10% Tours must be paid in full for this discount to apply. Discounts apply to the land-only portion of your tour. Tour prices may change in future brochures. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.
FAMILY SAVINGS YOUNG TRAVELLERS SAVE 10% AGED 5-17 YEARS :Travel broadens the mind and enhances those special relationships. Insight offers you the opportunity of sharing your happy holiday memories with your children or grandchildren. This discount applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. Young Travellers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by an adult (limit of one Young Traveller Discount per room). On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveller must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.
GROUP DISCOUNTS 5 OR MORE – SAVE 5%: If a group of 5 to 8 people travel together a discount of 5% per person applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends! SAVE $$$ FOR 9 OR MORE : If you have a group of 9 or more people travelling together on the same scheduled tour, then you automatically qualify for big savings! Your savings will be determined by the number of people travelling so ask call for details. You may also reserve a tour departure exclusively for your group! Some restrictions apply. Please contact our Groups Department 1-866-475-7023. These discounts cannot be combined with Frequent Traveller, Family Savings or Triple Room Discounts. To qualify, names of all passengers travelling must be advised to Insight at the time of booking. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.
SINGLE TRAVELLER SAVING SAVE UP TO $2850 PER PERSON with Insight’s Room Mate Matching service Insight believes travelling solo should not cost you more! That’s why for people travelling alone on an Insight coach tour, we'll match you with someone of the same gender, so you don't have to pay the single room supplement. If we fail to match you, we'll provide a single room at no extra cost. Please note there is a no-smoking policy in all shared rooms. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises. 3. Does not apply to Irish Elegance.
TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNTS: When three people travel together and share one room, each of the three enjoys a discount off the tour price. See the Triple Room Reductions on the itinerary of your choice. This discount only applies to tours featuring the “Share a Triple Room” reduction on the itinerary pages. Note the third bed will, on occasions, be a foldaway.
FREQUENT TRAVELLER SAVING SAVE 5% OFF YOUR NEXT TOUR: Most first-time travellers go on vacation with Insight again and again. In recognition of our loyal customers, Insight now extends to all clients automatic membership into our Premier Plus Club, as well as a 5% Discount off the Land portion of their next Insight trip. Insight’s Premier Plus Club & 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further tour booking. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise.
EXTRA TOUR DISCOUNTS SAVE $$$ON YOUR 2ND TOUR: Book two Insight vacations, each 7 days or longer and you will receive a reduction of 5%off the cheaper of the two tours. Both tours must be booked at the same time. This discount is per person.
COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFERS: Save up to $135 per couple on LONDON taxi fares
FREE LONDON RETURN : Passengers taking the 'Land only' option on our Discovery tours may return to London by Insight motorcoach at NO EXTRA CHARGE, instead of departing from Paris. Offer applies to the final day of the following Discovery tours: E920, E910, E933, E914, E912, E913, E916 & G916. Accommodations will be required, as arrival in London is late afternoon/early evening.
SMALL GROUPS ADVANTAGE : Many tour operators fill their tours with up to 53 passengers. This means more congestion and less leg room on the coach as seats are configured more closely. At Insight we have a maximum of only 40 guests per tour.
INSIGHT'S GUARANTEES PRICE GUARANTEE: With Insight, you don’t need to worry about currency fluctuations. Once we receive your full deposit, your land tour price is guaranteed and protected against any increases. (Excludes pre-registration for tours in future brochures and any imposed fuel surcharges or Government Taxes. TOUR GUARANTEE FOR LAND TRAVEL: To assist you when booking our airline offers and taking our great early payment savings, Insight has designated a large number of tours which we guarantee will operate on the scheduled date, unless circumstances occur beyond our control. Look for Tour Guarantee (TG symbol) on the itinerary of your choice indicating applicable dates. All other featured departures are planned to operate however, for operational reasons, may be subject to re- scheduling with at least 50 days notice (between May 1st & September 30th). |
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