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Travel 55 offer you discount on Grand UK Holidays tours
To book, call Grand UK Holidays direct on 01603 886 795 and quote TRA55 for the Travel 55 discounted price


This is a selection of Grand UK Holidays' tours, but discount is available on any holidays in Grand UK Holidays'
brochures when you book direct with Grand UK and quote the Travel55 TRA55

A Gaelic Jaunt
8 Days By Air with Coach Tours - 7% Discount

Tour Highlights
Dublin, Adare, Dingle Peninsula, Cork and Blarney,
Killarney and the Ring of Kerry
Ring of Kerry

Enjoy a full seven nights in the lovely Emerald Isle on this Grand UK coach tour Gaelic Jaunt holidays to Ireland. Escorted by one of our Irish Tour Specialists, and combining classic scenic coach touring with lots of interesting things to do and see, this was once again one of our most popular tours to Ireland in 2011.

Your Itinerary


SUNDAY

Make your own way to one of our featured regional airports and board your flight to Dublin. Here our representative will be on hand to transfer you to your overnight hotel to meet your tour manager and fellow travellers.

MONDAY
This morning we head for the spectacular south west through the heart of Ireland taking time en-route to visit Adare, renowned as one of the country's prettiest villages on the banks of the River Maguire. On arrival in Killarney we head for our base for the next five nights, the Eviston House Hotel.

TUESDAY
A day at leisure to enjoy this lovely Irish town. Take one of the famous jaunting car trips to Muckross House, relax at your leisure or perhaps enjoy a boat trip on the lake.

WEDNESDAY
Today's full day tour of the glorious 'Ring of Kerry' is one of the many highlights of the week. This is one of the finest areas of natural beauty in Europe.


THURSDAY
Today we have included a full day excursion to the lively city of Cork, Ireland's second city. There will be plenty of time to explore the bustling, friendly streets, traditional pubs, trendy cafes and the magnificent St. Finbarr's Cathedral. We return via Blarney where there is time to visit the castle - home of the mystical stone of eloquence.

FRIDAY
Another scenic delight in store today as we head for the Dingle Peninsula and spend the day admiring the stunning mountains and seascapes that cover this entire area.


SATURDAY
This morning we make our way to Dublin where there is time to explore this historic and lively capital city before arriving at our final overnight.

SUNDAY
Today you are transferred from the hotel to Dublin Airport for the flight back to your chosen regional airport.


Whats Included


• Return flights
• Half board from dinner on the day of arrival to breakfast on the day of departure
• Complete luggage handling (except at the airport)
• Accommodation and Itinerary as stated
• Admission fees and entertainment if stated
• The services of the Grand UK Tour Manager




Eviston House Hotel
Eviston House

This lovely family run hotel is conveniently situated in Killarney town centre close to all the amenities and attractions. There is a lounge, restaurant and traditional Irish bar which plays host to live entertainment every night. All the well appointed bedrooms feature private facilities, television, telephone and tea and coffee

• Full breakfast and three course evening dinner plus tea or coffee
• Entertainment every night
• Lift


Flight Information

Arrival and departure times (in local time) are as follows, but are subject to change:
Depart Gatwick
10.45
Arrive Dublin
12.05
Depart Dublin
12.45
Arrive Gatwick
14.05
Depart Heathrow
11.00
Arrive Dublin
12.25
Depart Dublin
12.10
Arrive Heathrow
13.25
Depart Southampton
11.00
Arrive Dublin
12.20
Depart Dublin
12.45
Arrive Southampton
14.05
Depart Stansted
13.35
Arrive Dublin
14.05
Depart Dublin
15.15
Arrive Stansted
16.30

PLEASE NOTE: These flight times are based on the Aer Lingus, Flybe & Ryanair 2010 schedules and are subject to change. For discounted UK airport accommodation and secure parking call 0870 844 4000 quoting ref no. HX658

Flight supplement: Gatwick and Southampton £40



Departure Dates & Prices 2012
Tour Code EIG 8 Days Half Board
Grand UK Brochure Price in Black
Travel 55 Discount Price in Red
Quote Travel 55 Ref: TRA55 + Holiday Code
June 10
£599
£558
September 2
£599
£558
August 5
£599
£558
 


Prices £'s per person. Half board. Flight supplement: Heathrow & Gatwick £40 per person. Supplement for single room: £159



Reserved Coach Seats

You have the opportunity to choose the coach seat of your choice which is yours from the moment you join your tour coach. Seat numbers are not allocated on regional transfer services and Jersey by Sea & Air holidays. In most cases on coaches equipped with a rear mounted WC, seats 23 and 24 move to the driver's side of the vehicle, whilst seats 45 and 46 move one seat forward of the rear seat.
Coach Seating Plan

Please note that SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED ON COACHES. Passengers who do smoke will have ample opportunity to do so at the comfort stops en route.



To book, call Grand UK Holidays direct on 01603 886 795 and quote TRA55
for the Travel 55 discounted price


This is a selection of Grand UK Holidays' tours, but discount is available on any holidays in Grand UK Holidays'
brochures when you book direct with Grand UK and quote the Travel55 ref TRA55.
Why not request a brochure to see the full range of holidays