Irish Spree

Tour Highlights:
Guiness Storehouse
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Factory Tour of Waterford Crystal
Blarney Castle
Bunratty Folk Park

Prices & Dates : Below
Based on per person traveling, Prices are subject to change 

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

  • Escorted sightseeing by luxury motorcoach
  • Professional Irish Tour Director throughout
  • Accommodation at First Class hotels (3 star) for 6 nights
  • Full Irish Breakfast (B) daily except morning of arrival
  • Three dinners (D) including one with entertainment ­ Medieval Banquet
  • Welcome reception hosted by your Tour Director
  • All entrance fees to:
    • Guinness Storehouse
    • St. Patrick's Cathedral
    • Factory Tour of Waterford Crystal
    • Blarney Castle
    • Bunratty Folk Park
  • Sightseeing including: Dublin, Waterford, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, and Galway
  • Tips for baggage handling, taxes and hotel gratuities except gratuity to your Tour Director

Pricing excludes

  • Airport taxes and security charges
  • Transfers from airport/ hotel/ airport
  • Meals not specifically identified
  • Other personal expenses

 

DAILY ITINERARY

Day 1: Depart USA Your trip begins with an overnight transatlantic flight to Dublin. (Your airfare is not included in the tour price) Relax and enjoy the in flight meal service and onboard entertainment.

Day 2: Dublin Upon arrival at Dublin airport, collect your luggage and proceed to the arrivals hall. A representative will be there to meet you and assist with your transfer if purchased to your first hotel. If your flight arrives after 12:00 noon, you will need to transfer to the hotel at your own expense. In the afternoon, commencing at 2.30 pm, visit the Guinness Storehouse, the birthplace of this famous pint, in the heart of Dublin. Later, enjoy a welcome reception with your Tour Director and fellow passengers. Accommodation: Jury's Custom House or similar.

Day 3: Dublin City Tour After breakfast, the morning is free for shopping or sightseeing, and perhaps a visit to Trinity College and the Book of Kells. In the afternoon, commencing at 2:00 p.m., we take a tour of Dublin's Fair City. We will pass Trinity College, home of the Book of Kells and stop to visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral. We'll travel along O'Connell Street passing Christchurch Cathedral and the Bank of Ireland, which is formerly the Irish House of Parliament. If you keep a close eye on the road, you may even spot Molly Malone wheeling her wheelbarrow! Tonight opt for an evening of Irsih entertainment. Accommodation: Jury's Custom House Hotel or similar. (B)

Day 4: Dublin/Waterford/Killarney This morning, we leave the city behind and travel through the gentle hills of Ireland. We travel south through Carlow and into to the Viking City of Waterford where we will take a guided tour of the famous Waterford Crystal Factory. Continue on through Youghal, Cork and Macroom as we enjoy the lush green countryside and coastal views of Ireland. We arrive Killarney in the later afternoon in time for dinner and overnight. Accommodation: Killarney Towers Hotel or similar . (B,D)

Day 5: Killarney (Ring of Kerry excursion) An exciting day of travel as we experience one of the most scenic drives in all of Europe around the famous “Ring of Kerry”. Head along the coastline of the Iveragh Peninsula through the towns of Glenbeigh, Cahirciveen, Waterville and Sneem. Complete the tour via the “Ladies View” back to Killarney. This is Ireland as you have always imagined it! Later, enjoy an optional Jaunting Cart Ride offered by your Tour Director. Dinner is at your hotel this evening. Accommodation: Killarney Towers Hotel or similar.(B,D)

Day 6: Killarney/Bunratty/Ennis We depart Killarney and our first destination is the village of Blarney where you'll have the opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone and get the gift of the gab! Also enjoy shopping at the Blarney Woolen Mills for all your Irish treasures. In the afternoon, we visit the Bunratty Folk Park which depicts life in Ireland as it was over one hundred years ago. We continue on to our hotel where you are free for the evening. Accommodation: West County Hotel or similar. (B)

Day 7: Cliffs of Moher/Galway/Ennis This morning we travel to the mighty Cliffs of Moher. Absolutely spectacular views of the Atlantic and Galway Bay awaits you! Rising 700 feet up from the Atlantic Ocean, the Cliffs stretch for 5 miles along the coastline. We continue onto Galway, named "The City of Tribes" after the fourteen families who originally settled in the area. Enjoy a short tour of the city visiting the Cathedral and Claddagh area. Tonight enjoy a farewell Medieval Banquet in the company of the Lords & Ladies of the castle. Accommodation: West County Hotel or similar. (B,D)

Day 8: Shannon/USA After breakfast, we depart for Shannon Airport, arriving with plenty of time for duty free shopping or to return your tax free forms before you leave the country. (B)

 

Rates & Departures (2008)
       Departs 
         
      Returns
         
  LAND ONLY
       Twin
   Guaranteed
    Departures
Feb 17
Feb 24
$ 899
Mar 02
Mar 09
$ 929
Mar 09
Mar 16
$ 929
Sold out
Mar 15
Mar 22
$ 929
Mar 23
Mar 30
$ 929
Mar 30
Apr 06
$ 989
Apr 06
Apr 13
$1,029
Apr 13
Apr 20
$1,029
Apr 20
Apr 27
$1,029
Sold out
May 04
May 11
$1,189
May 11
May 18
$1,189
May 18
May 25
$1,189
Jun 01
Jun 08
$1,209
Jun 08
Jun 15
$1,209
Sold out
Jun 15
Jun 22
$1,209
Jun 22
Jun 29
$1,209
Jun 29
Jul 06
$1,209
Jul 06
Jul 13
$1,209
Jul 13
Jul 20
$1,209
Jul 20
Jul 27
$1,209
Jul 27
Aug 03
$1,209
Aug 03
Aug 10
$1,209
Aug 10
Aug 17
$1,209
Aug 17
Aug 24
$1,209
Aug 24
Aug 31
$1,209
Aug 31
Sep 07
$1,199
Sep 07
Sep 14
$1,199
Sep 14
Sep 21
$1,199
Sep 21
Sep 28
$1,199
Sep 28
Oct 05
$1,199
Oct 05
Oct 12
$1,099
Oct 12
Oct 19
$1,099
Oct 19
Oct 26
$1,029
Sold out
Oct 26
Nov 02
$1,029
Nov 02
Nov 09
$ 929
Nov 09
Nov 16
$ 929
Nov 16
Nov 23
$ 929
Nov 25
Dec 02
$ 799
Prices are per person in a twin room.
Single Supplement $369
Land tours commence in Ireland one day later than departure date shown.
Airfare available from most cities.

 

Notes
Space is limited and your desired travel dates may not be available if you wait, so book early to avoid disappointment. We highly recommend 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates and/or accommodations.
It is the sole responsibility of each passenger to obtain the necessary documents for travel, not excluding passports and visas. A valid passport is normally the only requirement for U.S. citizens. Visa requirements do change without notice and vary by nationality. Please check with the consulate office of the destination country as to visa requirements.
Restrictions
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy and a 70-day advance purchase. Purchases within 70 days will incur additional shipping and handling fees. Travel is valid for these dates only. This is a nonrefundable, non-changeable purchase. Certain other restrictions may apply, and offer is subject to change without notice. No request will be processed until full payment is received.
Airport/Hotel Transfers: Unless specified above in the inclusions, transportation between the airport and hotels are not included. Travellers must make their own way to/from hotels via taxi or public transportation.
 

 

Disclaimer:
Demfer Travels will accept Credit Card payment for the Land or Cruise only portion of travel. Payment for the Air portion of travel is by check made out to Demfer Travels USA LLC.