DAY 1:
Fly to Dublin where you'll be met and transferred to our hotel on the outskirts of Dublin for a twonight stay. D

DAY 2: Dublin and the Wicklow Mountains
Included morning in Dublin's fair city. Our optional sightseeing tour will show you the inner heart of Dublin, which, if left on your own would take a week! See Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral, the National Art Gallery and the Four Courts. This afternoon, our optional excursion is to the spectacular Wicklow Mountains, visiting Avoca, and the valley of the two lakes, Glendalough. B,D

DAY 3: Kilkenny
Leaving Dublin we travel to Kilkenny, Ireland's medieval capital. Above the broad sweep of the River Nore sits the castle, while a pretty humpbacked stone bridge leads into narrow, cheerful streets laced with carefully maintained buildings. Continue via Clonmel to Killarney for a two-night stay. B,D

DAY 4: Ring of Kerry and Killarney
Enjoy today's included excursion. The Ring of Kerry is part of the mystical and unspoilt Ireland that has attracted visitors for hundreds of years. See dramatic scenery, picturesque villages and fishing towns. Spend time in Killarney sitting at the foot of MacGillycuddy's Reeks, and absorb the town's cheerful atmosphere and the infectious Kerry humour of the local families. You may even wish to enjoy an optional ride on a traditional jaunting car. B,D

DAY 5: Galway
To Galway, the friendly city, famed for its music, horse racing, pubs, restaurants, shops, theatres and, most of all, people. Continue to Westport for a two-night stay. B,D

DAY 6: Achill Island and Atlantic Drive
A day of glorious scenery on our optional excursion as we head north to Achill, Ireland's largest island. Reaching the island by road bridge, we follow the spectacular Atlantic Coast Drive, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the islands of Clare and Achill Beg. B,D

DAY 7: Donegal
Included visit to the bustling market town of Donegal, its special charm, best represented in the friendly locals and the 'craic'. Continue to Moville near Derry for a two-night stay. B,D

DAY 8: Giant's Causeway and Derry
Included excursion to enjoy the fantastic scenery of the Antrim Coast, where we visit the world-famous Giant's Causeway (entrance extra), an astonishing complex of basalt columns packed together forming 'stepping stones' from the cliff foot and disappearing under the sea. We continue to the walled city of Derry (Londonderry), with its tumultuous but fascinating history. During your visit an optional sightseeing tour will introduce you to the city. B,D

DAY 9:
We leave Derry and head to Belfast, for the return flight to the U.K. B

Included Meals: B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

• 8 nights' accommodation
• 8 Irish breakfasts and 8 evening meals
• Flights to Dublin, returning from Belfast
• Escorted in Ireland by a Leger Tour Manager
• Excursions and visits as detailed

• Travel by executive coach

Flights to Dublin and returning from Belfast are available from Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Exeter, Gatwick, Liverpool, Luton, Manchester and Stansted. All prices are subject to availability. Flight supplements may apply. Please call for more details.

You will stay for two nights each as follows: Dublin area at the 4-star Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown; Killarney at the 4-star Dromhall Hotel; Westport at the 3-star Clew Bay Hotel and finally, Moville, in County Donegal at the 4-star Redcastle Hotel.

Prices are per person, based on two sharing. Extras • Optional excursions • Single room supplement £195 • Travel insurance from £36.95