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 . All Ireland Tour Two Week Ireland Tour 14 Day First Class Escorted Tour - small group tour to Ireland - - CASTLE UPGRADE AVAILABLE! GUARANTEED SMALL GROUP - THIS TOUR IS LIMITED TO 15 PERSONS Travel on a private guided tour along the shores of the Northern and Southern coasts on this comprehensive Ireland tour. Our 2 week all Ireland itinerary provides a perfect balance between the desire to discover a new destination with a deep immersion into the local history and culture of each destination, at a relaxing pace. All that is best about Ireland is yours to enjoy during our all Ireland tour.  Sunday - DEPART FROM HOME Your vacation begins the moment you board your flight. Destination: DUBLIN. Monday - DUBLIN/BELFAST Belfast will surprise you! Belfast is a Victorian success story. Prosperity was built on trade - linen and shipbuilding. (The ill-fated Titanic was built here.) This cosmopolitan city still manages to keep its charm. Visit the authentic 19th century Crown Liquor Saloon, a restored national landmark, and the colorful Botanic Gardens. (D)  Tuesday - GLENS OF ANTRIM/GIANT'S CAUSEWAY/PORTRUSH The Antrim coast is the most scenic in all Ireland, nine wooded river valleys running down to the shore. It’s a coastline sprinkled with historic castles, churches and forts. Many are now just ruins but each holds the memories of a mysterious and heroic past. A past populated by seafaring Vikings and swashbuckling tales of the ancient Irish clans. See the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, offering some heart-stopping views of the surf below. Visit the strange natural phenomenon at Giant's Causeway, before a welcome drink at the Bushmill's Distillery. Learn the secrets of the special water from St Columb’s Rill, as you tour Old Bushmills, the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery. King James 1 granted the original license to distil "Uisce Beatha" in April 1608 and the crafts and skills employed there have changed little in 400 years.(B,D) Wednesday - DERRY/OMAGH/ ENNISKILLEN Entering the city of Londonderry, you will view the most notable and historic feature of the city – the Walls, which have been kept in a splendid state of preservation and are among the best-preserved city fortifications in the Western World. They rise to a height of 26 feet and in places are 30 feet wide. Almost a mile in circumference, they form a cobbled walkway around the Inner city and provide a unique promenade as you gaze out over the ever changing skyline. Entering the city of Londonderry, you will view the most notable and historic feature of the city – the Walls, which have been kept in a splendid state of preservation and are among the best-preserved city fortifications in the Western World. They rise to a height of 26 feet and in places are 30 feet wide. Your guide will lead you on a walk (approximately 45 minutes) along the broad expanse of the walls Almost a mile in circumference, they form a cobbled walkway around the Inner city and provide a unique promenade as you gaze out over the ever changing skyline. Visit the Victorian 1890 Guildhall, with it's impressive stained glass windows. Derry was where Amelia Earhart touched down, after her historic solo flight across the Atlantic. Pass small farm villages within sight of the bare Sperrin Mountains as you travel to the Ulster American Folk Park. Here, you enter a ship bound for America and emerge in a recreated Irish village of long ago. (B,D)  Thursday - BELLEEK/DEVENISH EXCURSION
Visit the Belleek Pottery, producers of fine porcelain festooned with shamrocks or delicate trellis-like plates. Magnificent lake views abound on the ancient monastic site of Devenish Island, Ireland's best example of a round tower. Return to Enniskillen, with its old world style pubs and Georgian brick buildings. (B,D) Friday - ARMAGH/NAVAN/DOWN Discover the ancient ecclesiastical city of Armagh. At the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum, relive the history of transportation, including John DeLorean's car, and a Titanic exhibit(B,D)  Saturday - ARDS
PENINSULA/DOWNPATRICK/NEWCASTLE Travel the Ards Peninsula. Downpatrick Cathedral, burial site of St. Patrick is next. Ireland’s Patron Saint’s story in his own words and in the context of the period, uses state of the art interpretation that gives visitors a real understanding of the arrival and establishment of Christianity in Ireland. One surprise for visitors is that during a multi-media presentation, Dr. Ian Paisley’s voice can be heard. Dr Paisley extols the virtues of St. Patrick, encouraging the audience to visit those sites associated with the patron saint. Our destination is Newcastle, nestled under the Mourne mountains. The mountains of Mourne really do "sweep down to the sea" as Percy French wrote. (B,D) Sunday - DUBLIN Wwe 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 optional 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.  Monday - DUBLIN/WICKLOW 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)  Tuesday - 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) 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. (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 - DINGLE BAY/LIMERICK We'll travel to the
quaint village of Adare, distinguished by its charming thatched cottages.
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)
Saturday - SHANNON Board your return flight to the U.S.A., with many happy memories of your Ireland adventure. You have ample time for duty-free shopping before boarding your return flight home.(B) Two Week All Ireland Tour Includes:
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