Unforgettable Ireland 

Tour Highlights:
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Guinness Storehouse
Factory Tour of Waterford Crystal
Walking Tour of Waterford
Blarney Castle
Ferry Ride across the River Shannon
Knock Shrine
W.B. Yeats Grave
River Shannon Cruise with tea and scones
Megalithic Tombs Visitor Center at Newgrange
Prices & Dates : Below
Based on per person traveling in twin room, Prices are subject to change

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

  • Escorted sightseeing by luxury motorcoach
  • Professional Irish Tour Director throughout
  • Accommodation at Superior and First Class hotels (3 & 4 Star) for 8 nights and 2 nights at the15th century Cabra Castle
  • Full Irish Breakfast (B) daily except morning of arrival
  • Nine dinners (D) including three with entertainment - Medieval Castle Banquet; Jameson's Shindig; Farewell dinner at 15th Century Cabra Castle
  • Welcome reception hosted by your Tour Director
  • All entrance fees to:
    • St. Patrick's Cathedral
    • Guinness Storehouse
    • Factory Tour of Waterford Crystal
    • Walking Tour of Waterford
    • Blarney Castle
    • Ferry Ride across the River Shannon
    • Knock Shrine
    • W.B. Yeats' grave
    • River Shannon Cruise with Tea and Scones
    • Megalithic Tombs Visitor Center at Newgrange
  • Sightseeing including: Dublin, Waterford, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Knock, Limerick, Donegal and Cavan
  • 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
  • Drinks and Meals not speciically identified
  • Other personal expenses

DAILY ITINERARY

Day 1: Depart USA Your trip to the beautiful Emerald Isle begins when you board your evening flight bound for Dublin Airport. (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 transfers 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, we visit the Guinness Storehouse, birthplace of this famous pint, in the heart of Dublin. Later enjoy a welcome reception with your Tour Director and fellow passengers followed by dinner at the hotel. Accommodation: Castleknock Hotel or similar. (D)

Day 3: Dublin City Tour After breakfast, we will take a tour of Dublin's Fair City. We will pass Trintiy College, home of the Book of Kells and continue on to visit St. Patrick's Cathedral. We'll travel along O'Connell Street passing Christchurch Cathedral and the Bank of Ireland, which is formely the Irish House of Parliment. If you keep a close eye on the road, you may even spot Molly Malone wheeling her wheelbarrow! The afternoon is free for shopping or sightseeing, and perhaps a visit to see the Book of Kells. Tonight, we travel to Jameson's Distiller where we will enjoy a tour of the distillery evening of music and merriment! Accommodation: Castleknock Hotel or similar. (B,D)

Day 4: Dublin/Waterford Crystal Today our drive is through County Wicklow, also known as the "Garden of Ireland." We will visit Glendalough, where St. Kevin founded his 6th century monastic settlement. On then to the lovely town of Avoca, where the popular TV series Ballykissangel was filmed. We continue to Waterford, where we will see the magnificent crystal as it is crafted at the Waterford Crystal Factory. After checking into the hotel you have some free time to explore before dinner. Accommodation: Tower Hotel or similar. (B,D)

Day 5: Blarney/Killarney After breakfast experience Waterford with a historical walking tour. On then to Blarney where we will visit the castle and kiss the famous Blarney Stone to gain the gift of the gab! Indulge in a little shopping at the famous Blarney Woolen Mills. We arrive into Killarney in the late afternoon. Accommodation: Killarney Towers Hotel or similar. (B,D)

Day 6: Ring of Kerry We head along the coastline of the Iveragh Peninsula through the towns of Glenbeigh, Cahirciveen, Waterville and Sneem. The circle is completed as our route takes us on to "Ladies View" then back to Killarney. In the afternoon step back in time and opt to take a ride in a traditional horse drawn cart by the lakes of Killarney. Accommodation: Killarney Towers Hotel or similar. (B)

Day 7: Cliffs of Moher/Limerick We depart Killarney and head north crossing the Shannon River by ferry into Kilimer, County Clare. Our first stop today is the majestic, spectacular, and mighty Cliffs of Moher. Rising 700 feet above the ocean and extending 5 miles, the Cliffs offer sweeping views of the Atlantic, the Aran Islands, and Galway Bay. We reach Limerick in the afternoon. Tonight turn back the clock with a Medieval Banquet in an Irish Castle. Accommodation: South Court Hotel or similar. (B,D)

Day 8: Limerick/Galway/Donegal Leaving Limerick, we travel to Galway, "The city of Tribes" after the 14 families who originally settled in the area. Enjoy this historic city visiting the Cathedral and Claddagh area. Continue to Knock, where we visit the Marian Shrine and Basilica, Irelandıs place of pilgrimage. Before arriving at our hotel we stop at the grave of William Butler Yeats, and are reminded of his famous works. Accommodation: Allingham Arms Hotel or similar. (B,D)

Day 9: Donegal Day Tour We travel through the rugged and beautiful county of Donegal. Our drive takes us along Donegal Bay to the fishing village of Killybegs and then northwards through the charming towns of Ardara and Glenties, the latter winning Ireland's Tidy Town Award. We return to our hotel for dinner and overnight. Accommodation: Allingham Arms Hotel or similar. (B,D)

Day 10: Donegal/Kingscourt Leaving Donegal behind us, we enjoy a mid morning cruise on the River Shannon sampling tea and scones, the traditional "Irish Coffee Break". Our drive south continue to the beautiful 17th century Cabra Castle, situated in Kingscourt, Co. Cavan where we will spend our final two nights in Ireland. This evening, dinner is at your hotel. Accommodation: Cabra Castle or similar. (B,D)

Day 11: Megalithic Tombs Tour This morning, discover the mystery of the ancient stone circles of the Boyne Valley at the Newgrange Visitor Center. These mystical tombs Knowth, Dowth, and Newgrange all predates Stonehenge and the great Egyptian Pyramids. This afternoon there is plenty of time to enjoy the Castle. A special farewell dinner and local entertainment awaits us tonight back at the castle. Accommodation: Cabra Castle or similar. (B,D)

Day 12: Dublin/USA Savor one last hearty Irish breakfast before heading off to Dublin Airport for your return flight. (B)

 

Rates & Departures (2008)
 
       Departs 
         
      Returns
         
  LAND ONLY
       Twin
Guaranteed Departures
Apr 06
Apr 17
$1,699
  
Apr 13
Apr 24
$1,699
Apr 20
May 01
$1,699
•
Apr 27
May 08
$1,899
May 04
May 15
$1,999
•
May 18
May 29
$1,999
•
May 25
Jun 05
$2,049
Jun 01
Jun 12
$2,049
•
Jun 15
Jun 26
$2,049
Sold out
Jun 22
Jul 03
$2,049
•
Jul 06
Jul 17
$2,049
Jul 20
Jul 31
$2,049
Aug 03
Aug 14
$2,049
•
Aug 10
Aug 21
$2,049
Aug 17
Aug 28
$2,049
Aug 24
Sep 04
$2,049
•
Aug 31
Sep 11
$2,019
Sep 07
Sep 18
$2,019
Sep 14
Sep 25
$2,019
•
Sep 21
Oct 02
$2,019
Sep 28
Oct 09
$1,919
Oct 05
Oct 16
$1,899
•
Oct 12
Oct 23
$1,899
Oct 19
Oct 30
$1,699
•
Oct 26
Nov 06
$1,699
   
Prices are per person in a twin room.
Single Supplement $499
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.