Lynott Tours Inc| Customized Educational Travel Programs for Non Profit Institutions Fundraiser Travel with other individuals who are dedicated to the same cause. Our group tours will not only provide you with an unforgettable experience but will also allow your organization to raise money for a good cause. Many museums, universities and religious groups sponsor tours. While most are highly informational, they are for entertainment rather than formal education. At Lynott Tours, we create customized educational travel programs that will satisfy your members and fulfill your institution's objectives. We individually design successful programs to your exact specifications - group educational and special interest travel. Nonprofit - alumni, museum, zoos, and conservation organizations and other nonprofit institutions, such as art, science and natural history museums; alumni associations; alumni, continuing and international education departments; zoos and aquariums; conservation and preservation organizations, national affinity organizations and associations. Our unique, sell-out travel programs are well-planned, well-researched vacations with both substance and style WE CAN OPERATE TOURS FOR AS FEW AS 6 PEOPLE. Our sample tour Irish Houses and Gardens tour includes 5 star castles and hotels, and some unique meals, like our arrival night dinner at Glin Castle, home of the Knight of Glin and Madam FitzGerald. Please take a look at the itineraries below. We have many others. Ask for your special interest tour. Why use us and why should you trust us? WE ARE AN EXPERIENCED TOUR OPERATOR We have 36 years of tour planning experience. Our Lynott Tours staff have intimate knowledge of our six destinations - IRELAND, BRITAIN, AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND, FIJI AND PAPUA NEW GUINEA. More about us. WE HAVE THOUSANDS OF SATISFIED CUSTOMERS A client list will be provided on request. WE KNOW MORE ABOUT OUR LITTLE PART OF THE WORLD THAN ANYONE - We only sell six countries, not the world. We know the hotels, the homeowners, the weather and conditions. We have a network of trusted colleagues who allow us behind-the scenes adventures - entree into private collections, museums, galleries and embassies.  WE PROTECT YOUR RATE OF EXCHANGE Once
your tour is booked, and deposited your exchange rate will not change. We buy
"forward" in foreign currency when we have received a deposit for
your tour, and the price cannot change after that (unless fewer people travel
than were contracted for). There are no last minute price adjustments due to
the falling dollar. THESE RATES CAN BE GUARANTEED THROUGH 2010! WE CAN PROVIDE COORDINATED FOUR COLOR SHELLS AND FOLLOW UP PIECES We can provide up to 500 shells free of charge once you have booked your tour. A coordinated piece is also available as a follow up to your membership. These are available in more than 10 varieties. WE CAN ARRANGE GUEST LECTURERS FOR YOUR GROUP Guest lecturers spur interest in your tour. We have a number of museum directors, preservationists, and other professionals who can address your group and spur enthusiasm for your tour. WE CAN MATCH UP YOUR ORGANIZATION WITH A LIKE-MINDED ONE We can operate a tour with as few as 6 persons if need be. However, if you would like help in achieving a larger sized group, we can supply a list of other organizations who might co-sponsor the tour with you. We hope to welcome you and your group to the Hampton Court Garden Tour, Irish Houses and Gardens, Ancient Ireland or other custom designed tour. Please take a look at our itinerary below, or contact Lynott Tours at 1 (800) 221-2474. Sincerely yours, Ellen M. Mc Nulty President Click here for the Hampton Court Garden Tour HOUSES AND GARDENS OF IRELAND 9 Day Deluxe Escorted Tour with Private Visits to Stately Homes and Gardens Day 1 - DEPART FROM HOME Your vacation begins the moment you board your flight. Destination: SHANNON Day 2 - ARRIVE SHANNON - IRISH FURNITURE Your first stop will be Bunratty Castle and Folk Park for a taste of rural village life recreated. Settle into your hotel, Adare Manor. Welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)  Day 3 - LISTOWEL/DINGLE PENINSULA - LITERATURE
& ANCIENT STONES Listowel's long history dates back to 1303 where it first
appears in the Plea Roll. Described as ‘the Literary Capital of Ireland',
the area has produced some of Ireland's most distinguished writers including
John B. Keane. Continue on a relaxed trip to the Dingle Peninsula. It has been
inhabited for almost 6,000 years. Here you will find the largest collections of
archaeological remains in the world of clocháns or beehive huts, stones
with the unique ancient ogham writing, and ring forts. Stay in Killarney, with
its laneways, a fine cathedral, and the ambience of busy streets. At the
Killarney Park Hotel, " we believe in not just answering our guests'
needs, but actively anticipating them; the warm smile and gentle service after
a long day's travel are not simply something we do but rather a reflection of
who we are." (B,D) Day 4 BLARNEY/KINSALE - SEAPORTS AND SHIPS Blarney Castle is most famous for its stone, which has the traditional power of conferring eloquence on all who kiss it. Travel to the charming seaport of Kinsale. For centuries, the town has been a haven from the sea for travelers and traders alike. Perryville House combines the essence of a Victorian manor, featuring delicate traceries of wrought ironwork on the facade and a delightful interior, offering comfort in a charming atmosphere. Buffet breakfast, morning coffee and afternoon tea are served for guests and the discerning management will be delighted to reserve lunch or dinner for you at any of the gourmet restaurants that abound in Kinsale. (B)  Day 5 WEST CORK EXCURSION- CRAFTS AND
STATELY HOMES - GOLF OPTION Explore the lovely coastal area of West Cork,
dotted with quaint villages, renowned these days for fine restaurants, gourmet
speciality dairy products and distinctive local crafts. Visit Bantry House and
Gardens, one of the finest stately homes in Ireland. The house has a collection
of tapestries, furniture and art treasures which were mainly collected by the
Earl during his travels through Europe in the 1800's. The Gardens are home to
sub tropical plants and shrubs - reflecting the best in European design and
style. Features with the 45 acre grounds are the Hundred Steps, the Italian
Garden and the largest Wisteria circle in Ireland. Visit basketmakers and the
cheesemaker in West Cork. Return to the heritage town of Kinsale, known as
Ireland's Gourmet Capital. For the golf enthusiast the Old Head Golf Links is
only a 10 minute drive from Perryville House. (B) Day 6 COBH/WATERFORD CRYSTAL & TREASURES Cobh is situated in one of the world's finest natural harbors. Over 2.5 million emigrated from Cobh, making it the single most important port of emigration in the country. Cobh was the last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic. Lismore is the Irish home of the Duke of Devonshire, and its gardens are set in seven acres within the 17th century outer defensive walls. The gardens are believed to be the oldest in Ireland retaining much of their original Jacobean form.Visit the great port city of Waterford, made famous by Waterford Crystal at whose Visitor Centre the blowers, cutters and engravers are happy to display their unique skills. Visit Waterford Museum of Treasures and Reginald's Tower which houses many interesting artifacts dating back many centuries. (B,D) Day 7 WICKLOW - GARDENS Kilmokea Gardens are situated on the joint estuary of the Nore and the Barrow. Around the house are the formal walled gardens and set into the stone wall a heavy wooden door leads you into the magical world of of the lower garden which hosts a wide selection of rare and tender trees and shrubs. Within the walled garden its rooms lead from one design feature to the next. The Italian loggia and pool with its fine stone pillars looks across to the quarter garden brimming with iris and roses. The acid soil of the woodland garden provides the perfect environment for rhododendrons, tender camellias, eucryphias and magnolias. Wickloe is known as the 'Garden of Ireland'. The hills and valleys yield quaint villages, classical mansions and beautiful gardens. At Glendalough, you see St. Kevin's round tower and explore the peaceful valley. Stay at Rathsallagh House, a converted Queen Anne stables with 530 acres of farmland. The billiard room, tennis court, jacuzzi, sauna and capacious gardens encourage total relaxation with the bonhomie of a friendly, relaxed country house hotel. Rathsallagh was voted into the top 30 golf courses in Ireland. (B,D).  Day 8 WICKLOW GARDENS FESTIVAL/DUBLIN - GEORGIAN
DUBLIN We have a special opportunity to view private gardens which open
exclusively for this event and garden lovers can converse with the owners who
delight in sharing their expertise. Then we are off to one of Europe's busiest
capital cities. Dublin dates back 1000 years. Learn its "colorful"
history by visiting Trinity College to see the Book of Kells. Then through
Temple Bar, Dublin's arty leftbank district. Tonight, Dinner and entertainment
with traditional Irish ballads. (B,D) Day 9 HOMEWARD FROM DUBLIN or EXTEND YOUR STAY After breakfast you depart for Dublin Airport with ample time to duty-free shop before boarding your return flight home. Head homeward with great memories of new found friends.(B) HOUSES AND GARDENS OF IRELAND Includes:
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Vacations If you have just six persons in your party, we can operate
this tour exclusively for you in a minibus, with an expert driver/guide.
Ireland Guided Tours and more Smaller Tours: Smaller Tours: limited to 10-15 persons Can be customized for a group of six or more. 8 day Irish Discovery one week tour of Ireland 8 day Northern Experience visiting Northern Ireland 9 day Spectacular Ireland Deluxe Escorted Tour - Luxury Irish Travel 9 Day Irish Garden Tour May 22- 30, 2009with Private Visits to Stately Homes and Gardens 11 day An Irish Melody -Special Irish Escorted Tour for families- our best Ireland itinerary 11 day Irish Experience including Galway and Donegal 14 day All Ireland Tour - North and South of Ireland 16 Day Ireland Scotland Escorted Tour Family Travel Larger Tours of Ireland: 1 day tours in Dublin, Killarney and Shannon 2 day tour Dublin to Killarney, Cork 3 day tours from Dublin 4 day The Grand Atlantic from Dublin 5 day The Royal Atlantic Tour 5 day - Irish Fling 6 day Taste of Ireland 7 day Biking Ireland up to 20 persons 7 day Walking Ireland tours Fully inclusive tours. No optional dinners or features sold on tour - Special event dinners included on ALL tours 8 day Irish Folklore and Music Tour 8 day Ireland of the Welcomesincludes bed and breakfasts 8 day Irish Heritage our most popular large tour 8 day Irish Spirit our best budget tour 9 day Irish Adventure starts in February tour of Ireland 9 day Irish Legends including the Aran Islands, with a St. Patrick's Day departure 9 day Irish pub coach tour 9 day Irish Greeting Stay with Irish families on this tour. 9 day Romantic Ireland all inclusive Ireland vacation 10 day Irish Explorer Dublin to Dublin Escorted Ireland Tour 10 day Irish Supreme 12 day West Coast of Ireland and Islands - Achill Island and Aran Islands 12 day Irish Odyssey- Dublin to Dublin includes a castle stay 13 day Irish Classic Ireland & Northern Ireland Guided Tour 13 day Jewels of Ireland includes Knock Shrine, Northern Ireland 13 day Irish Tradition includes Giants Causeway Larger Tours Including Northern Ireland 8 day Northern Gem 8 day Irish Quest 9 Day Mystical Ireland 10 Day Northern part of Ireland Tour - Irish Interlude 12 day Irish Odyssey - Dublin to Dublin includes a castle stay 13 day Irish ClassicIreland & Northern Ireland Guided Tour 13 day Jewels of Ireland includes Knock Shrine, Northern Ireland 13 day Irish Tradition includes Giants Causeway 10 day British & Irish Delight Larger Tours Ireland & Scotland Tours 10 day British & Irish Delight 11 day Taste of Scotland and Ireland - our shortest two country tour-budget price 11 day Scots Irish Coach Tour 13 DayIreland and British Isles Cruise 13 or 14 day Scottish and Irish Dream 13 day British & Irish Grandeur 15 day Best of the Neighboring Isles Small Escorted Tours of Scotland Fully Escorted, Small Group, Scheduled and Customized Tours of Scotland7 day Scottish Clan - Scotland Family Vacation - perfect for families. 7 Day Scotland Group Supported Biking Tours 7 Day Scotland Walking Tours Why not let Lynott put together an inspiring vacation for you? 16 Day Ireland Scotland Escorted Tour Family Travel 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 Small Escorted Tours of Britain Great Britain England Scotland Wales Smaller Tours: Fully Escorted, Small Group, Scheduled Tours of Britain Can be customized for a group of six or more. 6 day Harry Potter visiting film locations. 6 day Victorian Dickens Christmas Parade December 3-8, 2008 7 day Scottish Clan - Scotland Family Vacation - perfect for families. 7 Day Scotland Group Supported Biking Tours 7 Day Britain Walking Tours 7 day English Cottage Garden Hampton Court Palace Flower Show - July 7-13, 2009 8 Day Chelsea Garden Tour May 16-23, 2009 12 Day England Scotland Escorted Tour Family Travel 16 Day Ireland Scotland Escorted Tour Family Travel Great Britain England Scotland Wales Larger Tours: 1 day tours London, Edinburgh, Glasgow 2 day Highlands tour 3 day Isle of Skye tour 4 day Inverness, Skye & the Highlands 5 day Scotland Highlands and Islands 9 day English & Scottish Discovery 11 day Scots Irish Coach Tour 11 day Taste of Scotland and Ireland our budget two country tour Larger Tours England, Wales and Scotland 1-3 Day Day tours from London, overnight tours 4 day Gems of Britain/British Discovery - tour of England and Scotland 4,5,8 day 4,5,8 day escorted tours of Wales 9 day English & Scottish Discovery Literary Tours of England Jane Austen and the Regency Tour of England The Brontës Literature and Countrysidee Literary Cotswolds Tour Famous Sussex Writers Much Ado About Shakespeare Special Tours for groups: Dickens London, Rochester and Broadstairs Beatrix Potter & Wordsworth Lake District Literary Britain Presbyterian Tour of Scotland Methodist Tour of England Customized group travel Ask about our Clan Gathering Tours of Scotland 2009 Questions? Call Lynott Tours at 1 (800) 221-2474 USA &Canada
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