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Irish Expedition

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    DURATION
    8 nights
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  • history
    DURATION NIGHTS
    8 nights

Live like royalty during an overnight stay on the grounds of a castle. Visit Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, where you’ll have the opportunity to visit the House of Waterford Crystal or tour the renowned Medieval Museum. Choose from a selection of Killarney’s best restaurants with our Diner’s Choice programme. See the Atlantic from the stunning 700-foot Cliffs of Moher. Experience the world-famous beauty of the Ring of Kerry. See sheepdogs in action on a working farm. Explore Dublin with a local guide – either by foot or on a panoramic city tour – it’s your choice! See beautiful Killarney from your seat on an Irish jaunting car. Journey to historic Blarney Castle, lean back and kiss its famous stone!

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Tour Map

Inclusions/Exclusions

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  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 13 Meals - 8 Breakfasts and 5 Dinners
  • Explore Ireland's capital city - Dublin
  • Walking tour of Waterford
  • Traditional boat on the Lakes of Killarney’s national park
  • See a traditional sheepdog demonstration
  • Loop your way around Ring of Kerry
  • Traditional jaunting car ride* through Killarney National Park
  • Limerick city tour
  • Stand in awe of the stunning 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher
  • Kiss the famed Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle

Itinerary

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Day 1 - Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins
Meals - Dinner
Get a taste of old Dublin. Tonight, you and your fellow travellers revel in a traditional Irish evening, including regional cuisine.

Day 2 - Dublin
Meals - Breakfast
Today, it’s your choice! Choose to ride with a local guide to see St. Patrick’s Cathedral, O’Connell Street, the General Post Office, and the historic Phoenix Park -OR- choose a walking tour of the city’s historic centre, exploring St. Stephen’s Green, Grafton Street, and the River Liffey. Either way, what follows is an afternoon to discover Dublin’s charms on your own.

Day 3 - Dublin - Kilkenny - Waterford
Meals - Breakfast & Dinner
Step back in time. Begin the day in the medieval splendour of 12th century Kilkenny on the River Nore. Then, in Waterford, embark on a leisurely paced walking tour of Ireland’s oldest city. It’s your choice! Tour the Waterford Crystal factory and learn how exquisite crystal has been made for centuries -OR- visit the Medieval Museum for a guided tour and glass of wine in the 15th-century Mayor’s Wine Vault.

Day 4 - Waterford - Blarney Stone - Killarney
Meals - Breakfast & Dinner
Live the legend. The story goes that those who kiss the Blarney Stone gain the gift of eloquence. This morning, give it a shot at historic Blarney Castle. Cross into County Kerry and continue on to charming Killarney. In Killarney’s stunning national park, board a traditional boat* and sail through the breathtaking lakes in the company of an expert boatman. This evening, it’s Diner’s Choice…tonight’s dinner is included, and you’ll choose the perfect spot from a "menu" of Killarney’s great restaurants.

Day 5 - Ring of Kerry - Killarney
Meals - Breakfast
Take in the rugged coastline. Loop your way around the picturesque Ring of Kerry, past pristine beaches, quaint villages and majestic landscapes. At the Gap of Dunloe, shop for local artisan-made crafts. See border collies in action during a traditional sheepdog demonstration at a family-run farm. The night is free for reminiscing about the day as you find your own authentic taste of Irish culture.

Day 6 - Killarney - Adare - Limerick
Meals - Breakfast
Start your day with a traditional jaunting car ride* through Killarney National Park. Travel to Adare, Ireland’s prettiest village, for some time at leisure. Continue to Limerick where a panoramic city tour showcases King John's Castle and the Treaty Stone. Delve into the fascinating history of the "city of the violated treaty."

Day 7 - Limerick - Cliffs of Moher - Galway - Limerick
Meals - Breakfast & Dinner
Today brings you to the dramatic, 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher for cinematic views of the mighty Atlantic. Pass through the windswept, limestone landscape of the Burren, known for its stark beauty and Neolithic tombs. Continue on to Galway where a brief tour showcases “The City of Tribes” before relaxing over dinner in a local restaurant.

Day 8 - Limerick - Tullamore/Kilbeggan - Straffan
Meals - Breakfast & Dinner
You don’t have to be a connoisseur to appreciate the old-world heritage of Ireland’s whiskey territory. Your journey brings you to Tullamore and Kilbeggan in the heart of Ireland, where a superb distillery brings whiskey craftsmanship to life and gives you a taste of the final product. Top your day off at Barberstown Castle, a regal 13th-century castle and country house hotel in the heart of Ireland’s Ancient East. Tonight toast the end of a fabulous trip during your farewell dinner.

Day 9 - Kingscourt - Tour Ends
Meals - Breakfast
Your journey ends in Kingscourt.

Dates and Prices

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Book by 22 August 2019 for these great prices!

  • From $2,649pp twin share
  • Sole use from $3,399 pp

Tour starts on 29 October 2019.

For alternative departure dates please call our friendly travel team on freecall 1300 414 198.

Accommodation

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Hotel Rui Plaza The Gresham, Dublin
  • Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham, Dublin
  • Granville Hotel, Waterford
  • Killarney Plaza Hotel, Killarney
  • Absolute Hotel, Limerick
  • Barberstown Castle, Straffan

FAQs

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Tour Activity Level
This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven grounds and cobblestone streets.

Electricity

When Travelling to another country, you may need an adaptor and/or electric converter to plug your electrical devices and appliances into the local power grid. An adaptor changes the plug so it fits into the outlet. A converter changes the voltage coming out of the outlet. To determine what you need, first verify if the plugs on your devices fit the outlet of your destination. In Ireland, the plug type is G, which has three rectangular pins in a triangle pattern. If your plugs do not match this description, you will need an adaptor. Next, verify the voltage of each device you intend to bring. You can find this information on the cord, plug, or on the device itself. Many devices are dual-voltage. For those, you do not need a converter. If your device is not dual-voltage and it differs from the voltage of your destination, you will need a voltage converter. The voltage is 230V. If necessary, make sure to get a converter that converts to this voltage. If you plan to bring a sleep apnea machine, please remember to bring an extension cord along with the adaptor and voltage converter.

Time Zone

Ireland is 9 hours behind AEST and 11 hours behind AEDT.

Elevation

The highest elevation encountered on this tour is 457 metres.

T&Cs

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Travel at 60 and supplier conditions apply.

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