RR15300
Centuries of Irish culture & heritage are revealed on this adventure across the windswept valleys of Ireland, from Dublin to the charismatic seaside villages along the Dingle Peninsula & the Blarney Stone, where you'll acquire the gift of the gab.
| Starting from | R15 300 |
| Package Validity | Set departure dates between 16 APR 2017 - 25 JUN 2017 & 03 SEP 2017 - 01 OCT 2017. *** Book & pay a deposit of R3 000 within 7 days of booking & balance due 45 days prior to departure *** |
| Duration | 8 days |
| Destination | Europe |
| Starts in | Dublin |
| Ends in | Dublin |
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- Return airport transfers at selected times
- 7 nights hotel accommodation
- Breakfast daily & 3 three-course dinners
- Travel by luxury coach & Free Wi-Fi on-board
- Assistance of a Travel Director
- All hotel service charges, taxes, baggage handling & hotel tips
- Sightseeing tour included in each major city, free time & Optional Experiences
- VISIT: Dublin, County Donegal, Ballina, Cliffs of Moher, Limerick & Tralee
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Arrive Dublin - Sightseeing
Welcome to Dublin. Relax after check-in. Later your Local Specialist takes you on a panoramic sightseeing tour, which includes views of Dublin Castle, Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral & Phoenix Park. It's a great introduction to your Irish journey.
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Dublin - Boyle - Knock - Ballina (2 nights)
View the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey at Boyle, dating back to the 12th century. Visit the pilgrimage town of Knock in County Mayo, where the Virgin Mary appeared to villagers in 1879. Dine tonight at your hotel in Ballina.
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Country Donegal Excursion - Belleek (Northern Ireland)
Travel to the beautiful County Donegal after a stop at Drumcliffe to view the grave of renowned Irish author, W.B. Yeats, & see the harbour town of Mullaghmore. Visit traditional weavers in the town of Donegal where you view the 15th century castle. Then head across the border into Northern Ireland for a visit to the Belleek Pottery centre before returning to your hotel in Ballina.
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Ballina - Westport - Galway - Limerick (2 nights)
This morning travel via Westport & the beautiful region of Connemara to Galway on the banks of the Corrib River. View the cathedral, built on the site of the old prison & stroll around Eyre Square. Tonight why not join your Travel Director & companions for a medieval banquet in an Irish castle?
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Cliffs of Moher Excursion
This morning drive to the western coast & the magnificent Cliffs of Moher. Bring the history of the cliffs to life with a visit to the 'Atlantic Edge' exhibition. Return to Shannon for free time exploring on your own or perhaps join your Travel Director for an Optional Experience to Bunratty Folk Park.
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Limerick - Dingle Peninsula - Tralee
This morning in Limerick your orientation drive includes views of St. Mary's Cathedral & King John's Castle. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Dingle Peninsula. See the unspoilt & colourful villages & fishing harbours of Ireland's most westerly point. Later, arrive in the town of Tralee, famed for its annual 'Rose of Tralee' festival & beauty pageant before arriving at your hotel.
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Tralee - Blarney Dublin
Visit Blarney Castle & don't forget to kiss the Blarney Stone & acquire the 'gift of the gab'. Arrive later in the capital, Dublin, for the final night of your holiday.
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Depart Dublin
Say farewell to your Travel Director & new-found friends as your memorable holiday in the Emerald Isle comes to an end. Transfers are available. Conditions apply.
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