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IRELAND TOURING

Keem Bay, Achill Island Puffins, Skellig Michael
WILD ATLANTIC WAY 11 DAYS
$
DUBLIN – SLIGO – MAYO – GALWAY – CLARE – KERRY – DUBLIN From 1544 * ^ per person twin share
Day 1: Dublin Museum. Continue to Tralee and head west to the
Arrive at Dublin Airport and pick up your car hire. Spend stunningly beautiful Dingle Peninsula. Drive around the 11 DAYS | DUBLIN TO DUBLIN
the rest of the day at your leisure. Wander vibrant Grafton coast to Slea Head. Spend the next two nights in Kerry. TRAVEL TYPE: Self drive
Street, with its great shopping and street entertainment. Day 9: Kerry (B) DEPARTS: Daily
Visit Trinity College to see the ancient Book of Kells and Today drive along the Ring of Kerry. Stop off at Valentia
its magnificent library. Overnight in Dublin. Island to visit the Skellig Experience (extra charge).
Day 2: Dublin to Sligo (B) The larger Island, Skellig Michael, is a UNESCO World HIGHLIGHTS
Journey to the west of Ireland to join the Wild Atlantic Heritage site and a film location for two Star Wars • Lough Gill cruise
Way. Travel to Sligo, where a visit to Parkes Castle and movies. Stop at the towns of Waterville and Kenmare. • Cliffs at Slieve League
a cruise on Lough Gill is recommended. Sligo offers Day 10: Kerry to Dublin (B) • The unique landscape of the Burren
a unique, organic skincare experience, a rejuvenating This morning head to Cork to visit the iconic covered • Breathtaking beauty of Achill Island
traditional seaweed bath. Give this a try at either the English Market, that has been trading since 1788, and
award-winning Voya Seaweed Baths at Strandhill, and ring the Shandon Bells. Continue through Ireland’s beef • Kylemore Abbey
the Edwardian Kilcullen’s Seaweed Baths at Enniscrone. and dairy country at Tipperary. Stop in Cashel town • The majestic Cliffs of Moher
Spend the next two nights in Sligo. to visit the famous Rock of Cashel, one of the most INCLUDES
Day 3: Sligo (B) photographed sites in Ireland. Continue to Dublin for the • 10 nights 3 and 4 star accommodation
Discover the magnificent cliffs at Slieve League, which last evening of your tour.
are amongst the highest sea cliffs in Europe, affording Day 11: Dublin (B) • Meals as specified
spectacular panoramic vistas. Travel to Killybegs, then Your adventure concludes when you return your hire • Heritage Island Touring and Explorer voucher
to the village of Carrick where you can take a cruise car after breakfast. • Local taxes and service charges
from Teelin Harbour. Climb to the top of Knocknarea ^Price valid 1 Jan – 30 Apr, 1-31 Oct 23. 5 star hotel
mountain to view Queen Maebh’s Cairn. (B = breakfast) accommodation prices also available. Does not include rental
Day 4: Sligo to Mayo (B) car or associated costs. Refer to page 10 for vehicle rental
Journey west and stop off at the Céide Fields at details. Suggested tours and admissions to sites and castles
are not included.
Ballycastle. This is the largest Stone Age monument and
the oldest known field systems in the world. Continue
via picturesque Newport, famous for both its freshwater
fishing and sea angling, before arriving at Mayo. Spend
the next two nights in Mayo.
Day 5: Mayo (B)
Explore Achill Island. Cross the road bridge to 2 Sligo Northern
experience the many outdoor activities including hiking, Ireland
fishing, cycling, horse riding and surfing. Witness the
magnificent scenery on the island’s Atlantic drive and Mayo 2
discover the charming town of Westport.
Day 6: Mayo to Galway (B)
Travel south via Leenane to see the unspoilt beauty Clifden
of Connemara. Take a cruise along Ireland’s only fjord
(extra charge). Continue to Clifden and stop off at the Galway 1 IRELAND 2 Dublin
spectacular Kylemore Abbey, which is stunningly set in
a dramatic landscape (extra charge). Drive to the fishing
village of Roundstone and be sure to sample some Cliffs of Moher
locally caught lobster or crab. Overnight in Galway. 1 County Clare
Day 7: Galway to Clare (B) Shannon
Explore Galway, one of the liveliest cities in Ireland. Soak Limerick
up the atmosphere of this fabulous city. Travel to County Cashel
Clare and to the unique lunar-like landscape of the
Burren. Continue to the world famous Cliffs of Moher,
then journey off the beaten track along Loop Head 2 County Kerry
Peninsula. Overnight in Clare.
Day 8: Clare to Kerry (B) Cork
Take the 20 minute Shannon Car ferry ride from Killimer,
crossing one of Europe’s longest and deepest estuaries. START/FINISH
Travel east along the Shannon Estuary and you will OVERNIGHT
find the unique visitor attraction, Foynes Flying Boat ATTRACTION

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices are per person twin share, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for travel in low season. Prices for
tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure. 47