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Sunday, August 23
Arrive in Dublin - Céad mile fáilte—a hundred-thousand welcomes!
Iris Eys will be smiling at 3 p.m. as you meet your Tour Director and travel companions for an afternoon orientation drive through statue-lined O'Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and past St. Patrick's Cathedral and Oscar Wilde's Trinity College.
Tour Highlight
CITY SITES "In Dublin's fair city, where girls are so pretty," you'll also find great personality and charm. The charisma of Dubliners and the bounty of pubs here is matched only by the gorgeous Georgian Squares, 12th-century St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Trinity College.
Hotel
Hilton Dublin Kilmainham
Meals
Dinner
Monday, August 24 - DUBLIN-KILDARE-CASHEL-LIMERICK-ENNIS
Stallions, Saints & Stones
Hit your stride this morning with a trip to Ireland's horse-racing country! Drive across the Curragh to visit the Irish National Stud at Kildare. There's still lots more to see, including the Rock of Cashel, where St. Patrick preached, and Limerick, where an orientation sightseeing drive features St. Mary's Cathedral, King John's Castle, and the stone where the Treaty of Limerick was signed in 1691.
Tour Highlights
CULTURE & TRADITION The Irish National Stud is home to the long tradition of Ireland’s love of horses. This horse-breeding facility in County Kildare, considered the beating heart of Ireland's thoroughbred industry, continues to inspire all who visit. Hear about some of the world’s most magnificent champion stallions that have made racing history since the turn of the 20th century.
Hotel
The Gibson
Meals
Breakfast
Tuesday, August 25 - ENNIS. EXCURSION TO THE WEST COAST
Sheep, Scones & Sea Cliffs
Embark on an exhilarating excursion along Ireland’s spectacular Atlantic coastline, which begins with a drive to the 668-foot Cliffs of Moher, where you take in the breathtaking panorama of the Clare coast. A scenic route across the limestone plateau of The Burren leads to Galway, a popular seaside destination and a vibrant, cosmopolitan center with colorful shops and a lively café and bar culture. This afternoon, a special treat at Rathbaun Farm to enjoy coffee and your own home-made scones.
Local Favorite
LOCAL TASTES Someone’s in the kitchen in Rathbaun Farm, just outside of Galway. You can don an apron and whip up your own delicious home-made scones, served with fresh preserves and whipped cream. Learn about the long-time tradition of sheep farming in this beautiful Irish landscape.
Hotel
Temple Gate Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Wednesday, August 26 - ENNIS-RING OF KERRY-KILLARNEY
Beauties of Counties Kerry & Clare
The breathtaking beauty of Ireland awaits with a short drive via Clonderlaw Bay to Killimer, where you’ll cross the Shannon estuary by ferry. A drive around part of Ireland’s southwestern peninsula reveals the spectacular Ring of Kerry, and enjoy an Irish coffee in a local bar before arriving at the popular resort of Killarney.
Local Favorite
LOCAL TASTES It’s clear why we get a warm feeling with traditional Irish Coffee – as much a warm welcome now as it was for stranded travelers in 1943. It was a wintry night in Limerick when Foynes Port chef Joe Sheridan concocted this soothing elixir of hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and whipped cream to make their cancelled flight a little more palatable. Raise a toddy glass of Caife Gaelach with a hearty “slainte!”
Hotel
Killarney Towers Hotel
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner
Thursday, August 27 - KILLARENY-BLARNEY-WATERFORD
Spend your day your way in Waterford.
Your Irish luck continues across the Kerry Mountains and through County Cork to Blarney, renowned for its magical Kissing Stone. Take the opportunity to walk up to the castle and shop for traditional Irish handicrafts. In the afternoon, continue to Waterford, a stronghold founded by the Danish Vikings. Explore more of Waterford with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions before enjoying dinner at your hotel.
Crystal Clear
The city of Waterford is synonymous with the luxury crystal manufacture that bears its name. Visit the House of Waterford Crystal for a fascinating tour that features the molding room, as well as the glass-blowing, cutting, and engraving departments, where you can witness the highly skilled master craftsmen creating exquisite Waterford Crystal.
The Viking Triangle
Join a Local Guide in Waterford for a walk through Ireland's oldest city, where two cathedrals, four national monuments, and eleven centuries of rogues and rascals add up to a trifecta of tales in the Viking Triangle. Hear engaging stories of extraordinary characters, delivered in a witty, entertaining style by a master storyteller.
Hotel
Killareny Towers Hotel
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner
Thursday, August 27 - WATERFORD-KILKENNY-DUBLIN
Medieval & Modern Irish Capitals
Head to the “Marble City” of Kilkenny to enjoy one of Ireland’s most quaint towns, or consider a visit to its 800-year-old castle. Return to Dublin, Ireland’s capital city, and enjoy some free time.
Tour Highlight
HISTORIC SPOT Explore the city of Kilkenny, referred to as the "Marble City" because of the widespread use of local black limestone to construct many local buildings. The "Medieval Mile" is the city's main thoroughfare and is lined with medieval landmarks, quaint shops, and charming pubs. Today, Kilkenny is renowned for its active arts and crafts scene.
Hotel
Granville Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Friday, August 28 - DUBLIN
Breakfast at the Hotel
Breakfast is included at your hotel this morning.
Enjoy free time in Dublin.
Hotel
Sandymount Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Saturday, August 29 - TCU VS UNC GAME IN DUBLIN, IRELAND
GAME DAY! Breakfast is included at your hotel this morning.
Hotel
Sandymount Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Highlights
TCU vs UNC football game
Sunday, August 30 - FAREWELL IRELAND
For now, it's time to say a fond slan abhaile to your fellow travelers as you close the curtain on an unforgettable journey through the 'Emerald Isle.'
Meals
Breakfast
