Springtime in Ireland Tour
April 26 – May 3, 2014
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Escorted from New London & Old Saybrook
By Paula Mazzalupo & Tom O’Brien
Our Itinerary:
Saturday, April 26
Afternoon departure for the airport from New London and Old Saybrook for our overnight flight to Ireland.
Sunday, April 27 – Arrive Dublin
Morning arrival in Dublin and travel to Galway, where we check into our hotel. Free time to rest before we enjoy a local panoramic sightseeing tour of Galway City. Dinner and overnight in Galway.
Monday, April 28 – Galway – Connemara
Today we enjoy a scenic tour of Connemara. Travel along Galway Bay to Maam Cross and Clifden. Continue on via Kylemore Abbey. We continue via scenic countryside; keep an eye out for sheep enroute to Moycullen, the Connemara Marble Factory and the Celtic Crystal Factory. Return to Galway for dinner at our hotel. Overnight in Galway, where we can find excellent pub entertainment!
Tuesday, April 29 – Galway – Cliffs of Moher – Killarney
Morning departure from Galway. Travel south to Ardrahan, where we pause for tea/coffee and scones at Rathbaun Farm. Here we will see a farming family carry out everyday chores including sheep shearing and watch as the sheepdogs maneuver the flock. Continue on to the Cliffs of Moher, which rise 700 ft above the Atlantic Ocean. Onwards to Killarney for dinner and overnight.
Wednesday, April 30 – Killarney – Dingle Peninsula
A delightful day takes us along the Kerry coast to the Dingle Penisula, which offers magnificent coastal scenery. Beyond Slea Head, we see the Blasket Islands, the last outpost of Europe. A full day tour returning to Killarney for dinner and overnight.
Thursday, May 1 – Killarney – Cashel – Dublin
Leaving Killarney we travel over the mountains for an optional visit to Blarney, where we pause for visits to Blarney Woolen Mills and Blarney Castle, perhaps to kiss the famed Blarney Stone or visit the amazing gardens around the castle. Leaving Blarney we travel via Tipperary and Cashel, where we pause for a photo-op at the historic Rock of Cashel, an ancient castle fortress of the Kings of Ireland. Arrive in Dublin, where the evening is free to dine on your own. Overnight in Dublin. Dinner, Irish cabaret can be arranged for $79.
Friday, May 2 – Dublin
Morning Sightseeing in Dublin includes a visit to Guinness Storehouse, Whitefriars Church and Trinity College to view the 8th century book of Kells. Afternoon and evening free in Dublin.
Saturday, May 3 – Dublin – U.S.
Early morning transfer to Dublin for your return flight to USA where our motorcoach awaits us.
What’s included: What’s not included:
Round trip motorcoach to and from airport Gratuities to airport skycaps if used
Gratuity to driver Cost of mandatory US passport
Round trip air to Ireland Lunches & some dinners
All current taxes and airport fees Gratuity to Irish driver/guide
2 nights lodging in 3 different cities about $50
Daily Irish breakfast except day of arrival
Four hotel dinners
All sightseeing with Irish driver and guides listed in itinerary
Porterage of one suitcase per person
A DEPOSIT OF $1000 PER PERSON IS REQUIRED AT TIME OF BOOKING (to guarantee the rate)
FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE FEB. 18, 2014
Cancellation penalties are as follows:
Prior to Dec. 17 – full refund
Dec. 18 – Feb. 14 - $1000 per person
Feb. 15 – April 20 -$1500 per person
After April 20 – no refund
For this reason we strongly recommend trip cancellation/interruption medical insurance. Premiums are based on your age and total cost of your trip. Our agents will be happy to discuss this with you.
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