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Ireland -
Irish Experience
9 Day First Class Ireland Escorted Tour - SMALL ESCORTED GROUP TOUR OF IRELAND
THIS TOUR IS LIMITED TO 15 PERSONS
- - CASTLE UPGRADE AVAILABLE!

Our favorite Vacation in Ireland

Irish Castle upgradeYou might not know how to find it yet, but it will find you. Your place in Ireland. It might be a mood that comes over you, all of a sudden, as you wander through the medieval streets of Kilkenny, join in a traditional music session in Killarney, or enjoy a bracing walk through the panoramic landscape of Avoca, the mythical "Ballykissangel". The people you meet will captivate you with their curious tales, and unique way with a phrase. There are opportunities to discover the traditions of Irish agriculture, rural living and music, and to adjust to a slower pace of life.

Saturday - DEPART FROM HOME Your vacation begins the moment you board your flight. Destination: DUBLIN.
Doors of Dublin - Ireland Tour
Sunday - DUBLIN/WICKLOW This morning we arrive in Dublin, Ireland's capital, which has retained its Georgian elegance. The day is free to relax and explore Dublin's parks and Georgian squares. Its brick row houses are famous for their glass laced doors. Afternoon shopping on your own or join us on a tour to Wicklow to visit Avoca, the mythical "Ballykissangel", and to visit the handweavers who capture the subtle hues of heather and fields in their fabric. Optional: Tonight we'll enjoy a variety of entertainment: comedy, dancing, and traditional Irish music with dinner.

Monday - DUBLIN Our half-day sightseeing tour of Ireland's capital will begin with a tour of Trinity College, whose library contains the famous "Book of Kells", and St. Patrick's, Ireland's national cathedral. Visit the Guinness Storehouse in the heart of Dublin, where you sample Ireland's most famous creamy stout. .The evening is free to enjoy this bustling city and friendly people -- maybe you'll want to visit one of Dublin's famous singing pubs! (B)

Waterford tourTuesday - KILKENNY/WATERFORD We'll pass through the Curragh, Ireland's horse-breeding center. Enjoy the relaxed pace of Ireland, known for its bogs and turf fires, rich farmlands and scenic countryside. Travel through the Curragh, the horse breeding center of Ireland to Kilkenny. Kilkenny, with its cobbled streets, is one of the finest examples of an Irish medieval town. You visit Kilkenny Castle, followed by a pub lunch. You continue to Waterford. Tour the Waterford Glass Factory to see the famous crystal being made. (B,L,D)

 Did you know? Robert Gregg, born in Monaghan in 1867, invited the Gregg Shorthand technique used all around the world.

{short description of image}Wednesday - CORK/BLARNEY/KILLARNEY Our journey today will take us along the coastal route through Dungarvan and Youghal, an historic walled port and seaside resort. At Blarney we'll have the chance to kiss "The Stone", said to bestow eloquence on all who dare. Travel to Killarney. Explore colourful laneways, a fine cathedral, and historic buildings dating back to the days of the landlord. Experience the ambience of busy streets in the town center.(B,D)

Thursday - DINGLE BAY OR RING OF KERRY An incredible day awaits! We drive along the Kerry Coast to the Dingle Peninsula, one of the natural wonders of Ireland and introduced to the world in "Ryan's Daughter". We'll see the mysterious beehive huts (or stone igloos) en route to Slea Head for a view of the Blasket Islands and Dunmore Head, the westernmost point in Europe. a musical pub evening is in store for us tonight, complete with local entertainment. (B,D)

Friday - ADARE/LIMERICK We'll travel to the quaint village of Adare, distinguished by its charming thatched cottages. - CASTLE UPGRADE AVAILABLE! OPTIONAL: Tonight we've planned a special farewell dinner. We'll be transformed back in time as we sip the traditional mead and don bibs to eat with our fingers at a fun-filled medieval dinner at Bunratty Castle, built in 1460 on the edge of Ratty River and protected by a moat. (B)

Ireland flowersSaturday - CLIFFS OF MOHER/GALWAY/SHANNON
We ride through the lush countryside along the Clare coast, past tiny, storybook villages, where thatched roofed cottages are surrounded by postage stamp pastures, and ancient castles abound. Butter-golden gorse blankets the stone-framed green fields. The air is scented by the flavor of peat fires. Behold the power of the Cliffs of Moher. The craggy Cliffs of Moher, looming 700 feet above the pounding surf of the Atlantic Ocean far below, offer spectacular scenic vistas during a morning visit. We travel on to Galway, medieval capital of the "West". Galway is a vibrant city full of music, art, sculpture, crafts, literature and poetry. Street performers fill the cobblestone pedestrian streets. While in the city enjoy visit the numerous medieval pubs with traditional Irish music. Time free to visit the impressive Galway Cathedral, Spanish Arch, Eyre Square and the medieval quarter.(B,D)

Sunday - SHANNON
You have ample time for duty-free shopping before boarding your return flight home. (B) You may purchase transfers to Dublin, and extra nights at added cost.

Irish Experience Includes:
  • Round trip airfare from New York, Boston, Chicago, and Los Angeles. Check flight schedule here.
  • Airport transfers according to schedule below.
  • Deluxe motorcoach transportation
  • Driver and professional guide throughout
  • First-class accommodations for 7 nights; room with private bath
  • 7 hearty Irish breakfasts (B), special pub lunch (L), 4 dinners (D)
  • Tea and scones at a farmhouse
  • Baggage handling
  • All taxes and service charges
  • All sightseeing and entrance fees. Some highlights:
    • Book of Kells at Trinity College
    • "Ballykissangel"  and Guinness Storehouse & Pub visit
    • Kilkenny Castle and Waterford Crystal Factory & Showroom
    • Blarney Castle
    • Tour Killarney by pony and trap and Ring of Kerry tour
    • Muckross Traditional Farm
    • Connemara
    • Cliffs of Moher

Your 3* & 4* first-class hotels: Click for details & pictures.
Dublin  Grafton Capital Hotel  2 nights 
Waterford   Tower Hotel  1 night 
Killarney   Clarion Randles Court  2 nights 
Shannon   Oakwood Arms 2 nights 
5 star Dromoland CastleCASTLE UPGRADE - You may upgrade to the 5 star Dromoland Castle for your last night - Just $299 more Jan-April and Oct-Dec; $339 rest of year, per person. Ask for details.
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Transfers: We are offering transfers at a set time on our Irish Experience tour. Anyone not arriving in time for this transfer will need a PRIVATE transfer. Transfer schedule for coach tours: Irish Experience Departs DUB 10AM, returns to SNN11AM. If you have an earlier flight, you must pay for a private transfer. Please note that if you have an early flight, our last night hotel is conveniently located a 10 minute taxi ride from Shannon Airport.

These are the REMAINING available departures. If you do not see a departure here, it is sold out.
      LAND EST JFK
BOS.WAS*
EST CHI* EST LAX SFO*
Departs
To Dublin Saturdays
Returns
From Shannon
Sundays
  ONLY AIR/LAND AIR/LAND AIR/LAND
May 17 May 25   GUARANTEED 2407 3095 3239 3237
June 07 June 15   GUARANTEED 2407 3155 3339 3357
July 5 July 13   SOLD OUT 2407 3315 3429 3537
July 12  July 20   SOLD OUT 2407 3315 3429 3537
July 19 July 27   SOLD OUT 2407 3315 3429 3537
July 26 Aug. 03   SOLD OUT 2407 3315 3429 3537
Aug. 02 Aug. 10   SOLD OUT 2407 3315 3429 3537
Aug. 09 Aug. 17   SOLD OUT 2407 3315 3429 3537
Aug. 16  Aug. 24   SOLD OUT 2407 3315 3429 3537
 Aug. 23 Aug. 31   SOLD OUT 2407 3315 3429 3537
Aug. 30 Sep. 07   GUARANTEED 2407 3315 3429 3537
Sep. 13 Sep. 21    SOLD OUT 2407 3135 3269 3337
Sep. 27 Oct.05   2407 3135 3269 3337
Child 8-16 sharing with 2 adults: All Year $121 discount land only. Discounted airfare available. Triple reduction $0 Single supplement $415.
2 Optional Dinners: Dinner and Cabaret and Medieval Banquet $213
Land only tours begin in Dublin on Sunday one day later than departure date shown.

2009 VACATIONS AT 2008 PRICES BOOK EARLY AND SAVE. OUR LAND PRICES WILL NOT CHANGE ONCE WE RECEIVE YOUR DEPOSIT - NO MATTER HOW MUCH THE EXCHANGE RATE CHANGES. BOOK NOW! 2009 dates and itinerary


Customized Vacations If you don't see a departure date that you want, we can do a special one for you. We can operate this tour exclusively for you in a minibus, with an expert driver/guide. We can also modify the itinerary to suit your group's needs.
Escorted Tours
Ireland Guided Tours
Ireland Small Group Tours:
Irish Tours:

Escorted Tours

The right choices for all your Ireland escorted travel needs.
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Escorted Tours

The right choices for all your Ireland escorted travel needs.
click here to see what's special about Ireland and our coach tours

Smaller Tours: limited to 10-15 persons
Irish Melody - 11 day escorted tours, perfect for families.
Irish Discovery - 5 or 8 day tour for first timers.
Irish Experience 9 Day tour, includes Galway
Spectacular Ireland - 9 days featuring only 5 star hotels.
Northern Experience - 8 days visiting Northern Ireland
Ireland North and South 2 week tour
Ireland Scotland Escorted Tour Family Travel
Irish Gardens Tour May 22- 30, 2009

Larger Tours of Ireland:
Day tours from Dublin
Fully inclusive tours No optional dinners or features sold on tour - Special event dinners included on ALL tours
6 day Taste of Ireland - our shortest budget tour.
7 day Taste of Ireland
7 day Irish Fling
8day Taste of Ireland
8day Irish Heritage
8 day Irish Spirit Bargain Irish tour - starts in March
8 day Irish Quest
9day - Romantic Ireland Deluxe & Superior First Class Hotels
9 day - Irish Pub Tours - January departures!
9 day Irish Greeting Superior First Class Hotels / B&Bs
9 day Irish Spirit tour available March through Dec.
9 day Irish Heritage starts in February
9 Day Irish Adventure tour starts in February
9 Day Mystical Ireland including Northern Ireland
9 Day Ireland of the Welcomes with B&B's
10 day Irish Explorer - Dublin to Dublin tour includes Donegal
10 day Romantic Ireland
10 day Irish Legends St. Patricks Day Tour
10 day Irish Adventure includes Donegal - Feb-Dec departures
10 day Irish Supreme - Ireland Deluxe Guided Tour - March-October
10 day Irish Greeting
11 day Irish Gold 3-night Stays in Galway & Killarney, Great Leisure & Spa Facilities
12 day Irish Odyssey Newgrange or Knowth, and Northern Ireland
12 day West Coast of Ireland and Islands - Achill Island and Aran Islands
13 day Irish Classic - 2 week tour of Ireland
13 day Emerald Isle Knock Shrine, Belleek China, Giant’s Causeway
14 day Irish Tradition tour includes Northern Ireland

Larger Tours Northern Ireland
8 day Irish Quest
9 Day Mystical Ireland including Northern Ireland
Northern part of Ireland Tour - Irish Interlude - Shannon to Dublin
- 12 day tour
12 day Irish Odyssey Newgrange or Knowth, and Northern Ireland
13 day Emerald Isle Knock Shrine, Belleek China, Giant’s Causeway
14 day Irish Tradition tour includes Northern Ireland

Small Escorted Tours of Britain

Fully Escorted, Small Group, Scheduled and Customized Tours of Britain

Harry Potter 6 day tour visiting film locations.
Welsh Discovery - 4 day PRIVATE escorted tour North Wales
Welsh Dragon - 4 day PRIVATE escorted tour South Wales
Scottish Clan - Scotland Family Vacation - 7 day escorted tours just for families.
Highlands 2 day tours
4 day Best of the Highlands, too.
Scottish Insider - 9 day private guided tour for the discerning traveler by private car and driver.
Ireland Scotland Escorted Tour Family Travel
England/Scotland 10 day Tour
CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW TOUR May 16-23, 2009
Victorian Dickens Christmas December 3-8, 2008
Presbyterian Tour of Scotland

Larger Tours Scotland Tours
6 day Taste of Scotland - our shortest budget tour
9 day Scottish Dream - first timer's tour with departures twice a week.
12 day Scottish Isles & Glens includes Orkneys
12 Day Scots Irish Coach Tour Superior & First Class Hotels Tour

Larger Tours Ireland & Great Britain Tours
11 day Taste of Scotland and Ireland - our shortest two country tour-budget price
10 Day British and Irish Focus - Ireland, Wales, England April through October departures
Best of the Neighboring Isles 15 day tour visiting Ireland, Scotland, England
Scotland and Ireland Dream - 13 day tour of Ireland and Scotland
British & Irish Jaunt April-Oct. 13 days
British & Irish Grandeur15 days
Ireland and British Isles Cruise

Larger Tours England, Wales and Scotland
4 day Gems of Britain/British Discovery - tour of England and Scotland
4,5,8 day escorted tours of Wales
7 Day British Heritage One Week Tour of England and Scotland
9 day English & Scottish Discovery


Tours for Groups only:
Non-Profit Tour of Ireland
Catholic Tour of Ireland
Customized group travel
5 day Irish Pub & Shopping Tour


Tour Options - pre and post hotel stays for all tours.
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