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Irish
Elegance
10 Days
Highlights Besides the hotels (which are a
highlight in their own right), this tour showcases the
undisputed ‘gems of Ireland’; Waterford, Cork, the
Ring of Kerry, Adare, Galway, the wild Connemara
and, of course, the warm hearted capital of Dublin
Irish Elegance - Itinerary
DAY 1 - UK - DUBLIN Welcome to a land of great natural beauty; from the remote wilderness
of Connemara and the dramatic mountains and peat bogs of Kerry, to the soaring Cliffs of Moher and
the peaceful, ruined, monastic settlement of Glendalough. Plus you’ll enjoy elegant accommodation
and superb cuisine with a distinctively Irish warmth and hospitality. After your scheduled flight, there
are transfers departing Dublin Airport to the luxurious Four Seasons hotel at 07.00, 09.30 & 12.00hrs.
This Georgian style property offers premier rooms in a period style ambience. This evening join your
Tour Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Drink. Hotel: Four Seasons
DAY
6 – NEWMARKET-ON-FERGUS - CONG Drive west into Clare to see the Cliffs of
Moher. These limestone ramparts rise approximately 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Then, north
across the Burren, a stark landscape dotted with rare flora. Next see Galway Cathedral. Then, drive
through Headford and into the majestic grounds of Ashford Castle. Stately Ashford Castle was the
country estate of Lord Ardilaun and of the Guinness family for almost a century, until it was
transformed into a luxury hotel in 1939. Set on the north shores of Lough Corrib, Ashford offers the
finest in country living – an elegant dining room, a lavishly decorated Great Hall, beautiful grounds, a
9-hole golf course, and fishing or cruising on the lake. Hotel: Ashford Castle (B,D)
DAY 2 DUBLIN - CORK Travel through the serene Wicklow Mountains to the ruins of the
6th century St. Kevin's monastery, nestled in the wooded valley at Glendalough. On to the ancient
town of Waterford with its colourful terrace houses, cafés and bars overlooking the quayside. At the
Waterford Crystal Factory, enjoy a tour and watch master craftsmen at work in the centuries old
tradition of glass blowing and engraving. There is time afterward to enjoy the splendid showrooms and
perhaps select a special piece of the sparkling glass to take home. End the day in Cork, Ireland's second
largest city. Hotel: Hayfield Manor. (B,D)
DAY
7 – CONNEMARA EXCURSION Today's excursion will be spent in the remote west
of Ireland, heart of the Gaeltacht (gaelic speaking area). Visit Kylemore Abbey, a castellated neo-
Gothic mansion. Journey back via Recess and the Maam Valley with time to enjoy Ashford Castle and
all its splendour before an exquisite dinner. (B,D)
DAY
3 – CORK - KILLARNEY Visit Cobh, a Victorian seafront town. The Heritage Centre
brings the Queenstown (as Cobh was once named) story alive, with exhibits, photographs and original
film footage. Next is Blarney Castle with its magical stone that bestows the gift of eloquence for a kiss.
Wander across to the Blarney Woollen Mills for traditional Irish crafts and knitwear. Then on to Killarney
and your beautiful hotel and spa set on a lush hill overlooking the lakes. Hotel: Aghadoe Heights. (B,D)
DAY
8 – CONG - DUBLIN Travel to Carrick-on-Shannon. Stop for a morning cruise aboard
‘Moonriver’ and enjoy coffee and scones. Return to Dublin and enjoy your city centre hotel. The
balance of the day is at leisure. Hotel: Westbury Hotel. (B)
DAY
4 – THE RING OF KERRY EXCURSION The road that winds around the beautiful
Iveragh Peninsula is better known as ‘The Ring of Kerry.’ Here mountains, valleys, lakes and sea blend
into a breathtaking landscape. Return to Killarney and enjoy a jaunting car ride to Muckross House,
an elegant mansion set on the shores of Muckross Lake. (B)
DAY
9 – DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING Your Tour Director reveals historic Dublin today. Pass Christ
Church on the way to stately St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a legacy of religious power from the 12th century.
On to Trinity College, the seat of learning at the heart of Dublin. Walk across the cobbled squares to
the old library and see one of Ireland’s greatest treasures – the 8th century Book of Kells. Spend the
afternoon exploring the city’s shops, squares, galleries and museums or relax in a café or pub. (B)
DAY 5 – KILLARNEY - NEWMARKET-ON-FERGUS This morning, visit the Flying Boat
Museum at Foynes, which became the centre of the aviation world from 1939 to 1945. On July 9th
1939, Pan Am's luxury Flying Boat, the ‘Yankee Clipper’ landed at Foynes. This was the first commercial
passenger flight on a direct route from the USA to Europe.Later, stop at the picturesque village of Adare.
Tonight dine in splendour at Dromoland Castle. The castle dates back to the 16th century and is one of
the most famous baronial castles in Ireland. Its romantic gardens, luxurious accommodation, prestigious
dining room, and splendid wood and stone carvings, combine old world charm with the facilities the new
world demands. (Selected departures will stay at Adare Manor, an elegant 19th century manor house
surrounded by formal gardens and parklands. It offers luxurious rooms, fine dining, an indoor pool, and a
championship golf course.) Hotel: Dromoland Castle/Adare Manor. (B,D)
DAY
10 – DUBLIN - UK Your tour comes to an end after breakfast. Transfers arrive Dublin
Airport at 06.00, 08.30 & 11.00hrs. (B)
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