Irish Highlights (Summer, 7 Days)

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Meals

1 Be My Guest 1 Dinner 1 Welcome Reception 6 Breakfasts

Others

1 Welcome Reception (WR) 6 Breakfast (B) 2 Dinner (D) Wicklow: Traditional Irish fare with an Italian twist is served up at Glenealy House near Dublin with the charming Fulvio family on hand to share their story. Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour. New Ross: Explore the tragic history of Ireland's famine emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, a replica of one of the original ships used in the 1800s. Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House. Bunratty: Visit the impeccably-preserved Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Galway: Explore the historic heart of Galway. See landmarks such as the Spanish Arch and the cathedral, or perhaps admire the distinctive Claddagh rings. Limerick: See Limerick's iconic landmarks during an orientation with your Travel Director. Cliffs of Moher: Stop by the Exhibition Centre and look out over the Wild Atlantic Way from these majestic cliffs. Ring of Kerry: Admire Ireland's enduring scenic beauty on one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. But to do so, you must dangle from the ramparts! Visit Blarney Castle and see the famous Stone of Eloquence. New Ross: Visit the port town of New Ross. On the quayside, perhaps see the Dunbrody replica famine ship and statue of John F. Kennedy. : Explore Dublin with a Local Specialist : Discover Galway, Limerick and Waterford : Visit Bunratty Folk Park, the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney to kiss the stone and gain the 'gift of the gab', the Crystal Showroom at Waterford and the famine ship in New Ross : View St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin and King John's Castle in Limerick : See the Cathedral of Galway and St. Mary's Cathedral in Limerick : Scenic Cruise across the Shannon Estuary : Scenic Drive of the Ring of Kerry : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted : All porterage and restaurant gratuities : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) : Ferry across the Shannon estuary : Optional Experiences and free time

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

Accommodation

Clayton Cardiff Lane, Clayton Ballsbridge Greenhills, The Inn at Dromoland International, Killarney International, Killarney Fitzwilton The Samuel, Clayton Cardiff Lane

Hygieneprotocol

You must be fully vaccinated to travel with us. Your final vaccine dose must have been administered a minimum of 15 days prior to the start of the trip. This is your second dose of Pfizer, Moderna, or Astra Zeneca, or single dose of Johnson & Johnson. You must be able to show documented proof of vaccination on trip. Your CDC card is sufficient (we recommend saving a picture on your smart phone as a backup option), but please be aware that certain destinations may require you to fill out additional forms online.

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

Flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included