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IRELAND TOURING

Kylemore Abbey, Ireland Cliffs of Moher, Ireland
GRAND TOUR OF IRELAND 13 DAYS
$
DUBLIN – CORK – KERRY – LIMERICK – GALWAY – SLIGO – DONEGAL – LONDONDERRY From 1635 * ^ per person twin share
– BELFAST – DUBLIN
Day 1: Dublin Day 9: Sligo to Donegal (B) 13 DAYS | DUBLIN TO DUBLIN
Pick up your hire car at Dublin Airport and drive into Consider visiting the Slieve League Cliffs. Europe’s TRAVEL TYPE: Self drive
the city centre and check into your hotel. Depending highest sea cliffs, although less famous than the Cliffs of DEPARTS: Daily
on your arrival time spend some time exploring this Moher in County Clare, Slieve League Cliffs reach almost
historic capital city. Perhaps visit Trinity College to see three times higher. You could visit spectacular Glenveagh
the famous Book of Kells, or maybe get to know the National Park, 40,000 acres of scenic mountains, lakes, HIGHLIGHTS
Guinness Storehouse. Spend the night in Dublin. glens and woods, with a herd of red deer. Travel to • Travel The Ring of Kerry
Day 2: Dublin to Cork (B) Donegal for an overnight stay. • See the spectacular Cliff of Moher
On your way to Cork visit Kilkenny. Kilkenny is home to Day 10: Donegal to Londonderry (B) • Visit vibrant Galway
one of the most instantly recognised buildings in Ireland, Travel to Londonderry, the colourful and well-preserved • Walk the ancient walls of Londonderry
Kilkenny Castle which was built by the Anglo-Normans in historical city, which boasts good shopping, pubs and
the 12th century. Continue to Cork for an overnight stay. cafés. Stay in Londonderry overnight. INCLUDES
Day 3: Cork to County Kerry (B) Day 11: Londonderry to Belfast (B) • 12 nights B&B accommodation
Before you leave Cork explore the English Market, a On the way to Belfast be sure to visit the Giant’s • Meals as specified
roofed food market that has been trading since 1788. Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Old • Tours as per itinerary
Alternatively visit the Titanic Experience in Cobh. Head Bushmills Distillery is also another great option to visit, • Meals as specified
to County Kerry where you will stay for two nights. its guided tour finishes in the distillery pub with a tasting.
Day 4: County Kerry (B) Overnight in Belfast. • Heritage Island Attraction Discount Pass
and Guide
Today head to the town of Killarney and visit Killarney Day 12: Belfast to Dublin (B)
National Park and onward to the Ring of Kerry. Travelling Visit the historical Boyne Valley on your way back to ^Price valid 1 Jan – 31 May, 1-31 Oct 23. Does not include
the Ring of Kerry takes you along the Atlantic Coast and Dublin and your final night. rental car or associated costs. Refer to pages 10 for vehicle
rental details. Suggested tours and admissions to sites and
is one of the highlights of any trip to Ireland. Return to Day 13: Dublin (B) castles are not included.
your County Kerry hotel. Your adventure concludes when you return your hire
Day 5: County Kerry to Limerick (B) car after breakfast.
Today, enjoy another beautiful scenic route. The Dingle
Peninsula has something to offer everyone – sandy (B = breakfast)
beaches safe for swimming, a thriving Irish language
community, a rich musical tradition, fine dining, talented
artisans and some of the best surfing in Ireland. Before 1 Londonderry
you arrive in Limerick, pass by Adare and visit Desmond
Castle. Spend the night in the Limerick area. NORTHERN
Day 6: Limerick to Galway (B) Donegal 1 IRELAND 1 Belfast
On the way to Galway you will cross the Burren region,
which is often likened to a moonscape because of the 1 Sligo
lack of vegetation. Soon after that you will arrive at the
Cliffs of Moher which rise 215 metres out of the Atlantic
and stretch for more than seven kilometres. Continue
to Galway, a lively city with a wonderful avant-garde
culture. Stay in Galway for two nights.
Day 7: Galway (B)
Discover the wilderness of Connemara. Connemara
is without doubt the wildest and most romantic part Galway 2 IRELAND 2 Dublin
of Ireland. Be sure to visit Kylemore Abbey, which is
bewitchingly hidden between mountains and lakes and Cliffs of Moher
surrounded by rhododendrons. Later, visit Connemara
National Park before returning to Galway.
Day 8: Galway to Sligo (B) 1 Limerick
On your way through Sligo you can visit the Carrowmore
Megalithic Cemetery. The cemetery has over 60 stone
circle and passage tombs making it one of the largest
Stone Age cemeteries in Europe. After your visit 2 County Kerry
continue to Sligo where you will spend the night.
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1 Cork OVERNIGHT
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* 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
48 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.