Treasures of Ireland

Day 1

Overnight flight to Ireland
Today board your overnight flight to experience the Treasures of Ireland

Day 2

Arrive Dublin
Arrive in Dublin and meet your Tour Director. check into your hotel for a two night stay in Ireland's capital city which is known as the Fair City and features over 1,000 pubs. Tonight enjoy a welcome dinner with your fellow travelers.

Day 3

Dublin
Today enjoy a Dublin City Tour to see Graftn Street, statue lined O'Connell Street, the General Post Office & Phoenix Park. Visit the famous Christchurch Cathedral & visit Trinity College where 1,200 year old Book of Kells is housed. Trinity College was founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth 1st and is the oldest University in Ireland. Next enjoy a tour of a Whiskey Distillery & sample the famous Irish Whiskey. Later this evening enjoy a Pub Dinner at a popular spot in Dublin. the local pub is a cultural experience in Ireland due to their authenticity and functionality as a place to watch sports, eat, drink and converse in a relaxed atmosphere.

Day 4

Dublin - Limerick/County Clare
This morning visit the Guinness Storehouse telling the tale of Ireland's most famous beer including a tasting. Later travel to Limerick. This afternoon enjoy a Limerick Tour to see the attractive St. Mary's Cathedral, King John's Castle and the Treaty Stone. check into your hotel for a two night stay. This evening enjoy Bunratty Castle Medievel Banquet featuring dinner and entertainment at a 15th centry castle. The entertainemtn is a true step back in time to Medieval Ireland.

Day 5

Cliffs of Moher - Galway
Today travel to the spectacular Cliff's of Moher, situated on the Wild Atlantic Way on Ireland's west coast. The cliffs are one f the most outstanding coastal features of Ireland rising slowly from Doolin village they ascend to over 700 feet and boast some of the most breathtaking scenery in Ireland. View the mighty Atlantic and the beautiful Aran Islands frm atop the cliffs. Then travel through Burren Region, an area later known for limestone natural beauty. Later enjoy a visit to Galway featuring St. Nicholas Cathedral & Eyre Square. Galway "the city of Tribes" is a vibrant city with a great seafaring tradition. Return to your hotel and enjoy an eveing at your own pace.

Day 6

Adare-Killarney
This morning stop at Adare, renowned as Ireland's prettiest village and designated as a heritage town by the Irish government with its picturesque location n the banks of the River Maigue. Later arrive in the charming town of Killarney located in County Kerry. Embark on a Jaunting Car Ride into Killarney National Park. the horse drawn Jaunting Car experience ends at the Muckross House & Gardens, a 19th century Victorian mansion on the shores of Muckross Lake. Take some pictures of the house and grounds before heading to your nearby hotel for a two night stay. Killarney is famous due to its colorful 19th century buildings, beautiful national park and great shopping. Tonight enjoy a fun filled evening featuring traditional Irish Entertainment & dinner.

Day 7

Ring of Kerry
Today travel the Ring of Kerry, one of the most gorgeous coastal routes in the world. This winding route reveals breathtaking views of Macgillycuddy's Reeks as well as the scenic coast of beaches and cliffs. As you travel along, there will be plenty of stops for photos. Drive through Glenbeigh where the cliff road affords panoramic views of the Dingle Peninsula and Dingle Bay. Passing through the peat bogs arrive at the sea town of Waterville and continue to Sneem Village, famous for its brightly colored houses. The road continues through the mountains to Molls Gap and Ladies View wth superb views of the famous Lake of Killarney. Enjoy the evening on your own in Killarney.

Day 8

Blarney Castle- Castle Hotel
This morning travel to visit Blarney Castle and kiss the famous Stone of Eloquence. Then enjoy the beautiful parklands, and shop for Irish crafts and handmade crystal before departing for the Dublin area Castle Hotel for an overnight experience in one of the area's top castle hotels. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your follow travelers.

Day 9

Dublin - flight home
Transfer to the Dublin Airport & fly home filled with wonderful memories of your experiences in Ireland.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner