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Day 1: DEPART THE UNITED STATES
Depart your hometown and take an overnight flight across the Atlantic Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you travel to start your vacation
Day 2: DUBLIN ARRIVAL
After landing at Dublin Airport complete customs and immigration formalities Your CIE Tours driver/guide will welcome you to Ireland and escort you and your luggage to the coach Next journey north into Belfast and set off on a guided tour to see the Albert Memorial the Opera House and Crown Liquor Saloon You might also view Linen Hall Library Belfast waterfront and the imposing City Hall which was completed in 1906 Stop to visit Titanic Belfast to learn about the evolution of the Titanic from concept until her ill-fated end in 1912 Motor a short distance to your hotel check in and settle into your room In the evening join your fellow travelers for a delightful welcome dinner in the hotel restaurant
Day 3: GIANTS CAUSEWAY
This morning visit the Giants Causeway an impressive area of hexagonal columns formed over 60 million years ago by cooling lava which has given rise to many legends Next journey into Derry and join a local guide for a walking tour to see Guildhall St Columbs Cathedral the Diamond and the 16th century walls Transfer to your hotel in Donegal check in and enjoy the remainder of the day free for independent exploring and dining
Day 4: ATLANTIC SHEEPDOGS
Leaving Donegal travel to visit Atlantic Sheepdogs where you will have the opportunity to experience farm life and see some of the worlds smartest sheepdogs working in their natural environment Then journey into Ballintubber and stop to visit Ballintubber Abbey which is known as the Abbey that refused to die The abbey has the unique status of being Irelands only royal Abbey which has been in continuous use for more than 780 years Continue your drive into Galway and embark on a panoramic tour to see the principal sights of the city See the Spanish Arch in the Claddagh area the City Museum and the Cathedral of Our Lady which is built on the site of the former county jail Transfer to your nearby hotel check in and settle into your room Tonight you might like to dine in one of the citys lively dinner venues
Day 5: CLIFFS OF MOHER
Today drive along the coast of scenic County Clare to visit the Cliffs of Moher one of Irelands most beloved natural landmarks See magical vistas overlooking the shimmering Atlantic Ocean along with Irelands Western coastline Then take a short ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary before continuing your journey into Killarney Upon arrival check into your hotel settle into your room and enjoy some free time to freshen up before tonights festivities
This evening travel to Kate Kearneys Cottage which is situated at the entrance of the Gap of Dunloe Your Irish Night will consist of a superb meal and entertainment
Day 6: DINGLE PENINSULA DRIVE
After breakfast discover the beauties of the Dingle Peninsula once described by the National Geographic Traveler as the most beautiful place on earth Drive along the south shore of the peninsula for plenty of vistas of heathery mountains sandy stretches of beach stunning green landscapes and rocky headlands Pause at strategic locations to admire the views and take photos Continue your travel into the village of Annascaul and stop at the South Pole Inn to enjoy a drink with your fellow travelers and to learn about the Antarctic explorer Tom Crean Then journey into Dingle town to enjoy some free time to explore the area on your own Dingle is an area situated below Slievanea Mountain and faces comfortably onto the sheltered harbor As a market town and fishing port Dingle has long been well supplied with pubs and opportunities to hear traditional Irish music Head back to your hotel in Killarney and spend the rest of the day free to sightsee shop and dine on your own
Day 7: BLARNEY CASTLE
Departing Killarney drive into Blarney where you can climb the battlements of Blarney Castle and kiss the famous Stone of Eloquence Continue your journey through Irelands green pastures into Dublin check into your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day free for individual pursuits and dining
Day 8: FOOTBALL GAME
Spend the morning and afternoon at leisure to participate in Pre-Game activities as arranged by your group leader Later in the day you might like to dine in one of the many dinner venues scattered around the city
After an independent dinner head to Aviva Stadium a sporting stadium with a capacity for 51700 spectators It is also commonly known as Lansdowne Road while UEFA refers to it as the Dublin Arena The stadium opened May 14 2010 and is built on the site of the old Lansdowne Road Venue Iowa State will play Kansas State in what is hoped to be an epic game where bragging rights are on the line (tickets not included in price of the tour)
Day 9: DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING
This morning set off with a local guide who will show you around Dublin The city has been molded through the centuries by economic political and artistic influences that has shaped its architecture Stop to visit the Old Jameson Distillery which was voted Worlds leading Distillery Tour in 2018 and 2019 While here enjoy a fully guided immersive tour to learn about the history and process of whiskey making Finally end with a comparative whiskey tasting and complimentary Jameson cocktail Then continue on to tour Guinness Storehouse to see exhibits on how this world-famous stout was first created and why it is so popular today Finish your visit in the roof-top bar where you can sample a draft of Guinness Head back to your nearby hotel where you might like to freshen up before tonights farewell festivities
In the evening drive to the Merry Ploughboy Pub for dinner followed by a lively show of traditional Irish songs dancing and music
Day 10: RETURN TO THE UNITED STATES
All too soon your vacation has come to its final day Transfer to Dublin Airport in good time to check in for your flight You may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding your aircraft and flying back to the United States
CONFIRMED HOTELS
Grand Central Hotel, Belfast 1 night
Central Hotel, Donegal 1 night
Galmont Hotel, Galway 1 night
Scotts Hotel, Killarney 2 nights
Trinity City Hotel, Dublin 3 nights
TOUR INCLUDES
Exclusive transport by luxury motorcoach with a driver/guide
Meet and greet service with one group transfer upon arrival and departure at the airport
Hotel accommodation based on twin bedded rooms with private bath as listed for 08 nights
Full breakfasts (08)
Dinners (03):
Table d'hôte dinners (01)
Kate Kearney's Irish Night w/dinner & entertainment
Dublin Irish Night w/dinner & entertainment
Tours of Belfast & Dublin with a local guide
Walking tour of Derry with a local guide
Sheepdog trials at Atlantic Sheepdog
Passage on the Tarbert Ferry
Drink at South Pole Inn
Visits and admission fees to:
Titanic Belfast
Giant's Causeway
Ballintubber Abbey
Cliffs of Moher
Blarney Castle
Old Jameson Distillery
Guinness Storehouse
Hotel porterage, service charges and government taxes
Flight bags, ticket wallets, baggage tags and identifying strap