Jewels of Ireland - Dublin/Dublin 2024 (13 Days)

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Jewels of Ireland

Dublin/Dublin 2024 (13 Days)



Tour Description:

The Emerald Isle is full of gems, and this trip ensures you won’t miss any of them. Discover all four corners of Ireland–from the craggy cliffs of the Dingle Peninsula to the historic town of Kinsale to the unspoiled beauty of Connemara to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher and well beyond. Plus special insider-only activities like a visit to the setting of Game of Thrones, and meetups with locals make this special getaway complete. * Mention Promo Code APRIL18 for Two for One airfare sale valid when purchasing one economy class airline ticket, get one free on the same flight in the same class of service including all taxes/fees, and valid for travel to Dublin, Shannon, London, Glasgow, Manchester or Edinburgh from most U.S. gateways for bookings made 4/2/18-4/30/18 in conjunction with select CIE Tours guided vacations of 8 days or longer departing 5/1/18-12/31/18 to Ireland, England, Scotland or Wales based on tour availability; tours with stays in Edinburgh 8/3/18-8/25/18 during The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are blacked out. Airfares must be purchased with CIE Tours, are non-refundable, may not be available on all desired travel dates and are subject to airline-imposed change/cancellation penalties starting from $350 per ticket plus any fare differentials at re-ticketing per passenger. Baggage fees may apply, see http://www.iflybags.com [http://www.iflybags.com] for details. Airfare must be paid in full at the time of booking plus $500 per person non-refundable deposit is required. Cannot be combined with any other CIE Tours offers or discounts, and not available on Group travel. Offer valid on new bookings only, may be withdrawn at any time, is subject to availability, other conditions and restrictions may apply. Prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and vary by departure date. Must call to book, not available online.

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Dates & Pricing

Sunday 26 May 24 — Saturday 08 Jun 24Starting at $4,295Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
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Check Mark Icon Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.


Destination & Sightseeing

Authentic Local Experiences:

  • Visit Belleek Pottery and discover how the distinctive fine china, beloved by collectors worldwide, has been made since 1857.
  • Stroll the streets of historic Kinsale with a local guide. This picturesque harbor town is a haven for foodies and art lovers.

    • Trip Highlights:

    • Irish Night in Dublin
    • Blasket Centre
    • Kylemore Abbey
    • Medieval Castle Banquet
    • Donegal Castle
    • Giant’s Causeway
    • Slieve League Cliffs
    • Titanic Belfast
    • Belleek Pottery
    • Dingle Peninsula Drive/Slea Head Loop

    Dining Experiences:

    • 12 Breakfasts (B) and 8 Dinners (D)

    Hotels:

    • The Gibson Hotel | Dublin (2)
    • Kinsale Hotel & Spa | Kinsale (1)
    • Dingle Skellig Hotel | Dingle (2)
    • Oakwood Hotel | Shannon (1)
    • Galway Bay Hotel | Salthill (2)
    • Mill Park Hotel | Donegal (2)
    • 5* Culloden Estate & Spa | Belfast(1)
    • Croke Park Hotel | Dublin (2)

ITINERARY

Dublin City Tour | Dublin Castle
Your tour departs from your Dublin hotel at 2:00 PM. Experience a panoramic tour of the city, then visit Dublin Castle for a guided tour. Learn how the castle was the seat of power in Ireland for many centuries, and see the State Apartments, used today for official ceremonies and presidential inaugurations. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group before enjoying an evening free to dine as you wish.

Dublin Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour | Taylors Three Rock Pub
Tour Dublin independently, on a Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour. Plus choose a visit to one of Dublin's top attractions - Guinness Storehouse, Teeling Distillery, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, or GPO Museum. Join your group in the evening for a dinner of Irish specialties and a lively show at Taylors Three Rock Pub. (B, D)

Blarney Castle | Kinsale Walking Tour
Travel to Blarney Castle; climb the winding staircase to kiss its famous stone or enjoy the gardens. Go to Kinsale, a picturesque old fishing town now known for art galleries and gourmet food. Join a local guide for a fascinating walk around its historic streets, once besieged by the Spanish Armada, before dinner in your hotel. (B, D)

Killarney | Dingle
Enjoy free time to discover the bustling, friendly town of Killarney. Next, visit Moriarty's in the Gap of Dunloe, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner. Continue on to Dingle, where you will dine at your hotel. (B, D)

Slea Head Loop | Blasket Centre | Murphy's Ice Cream | Dingle
Set out on the Slea Head Loop, one of Ireland's most beautiful drives, through scenic ocean and mountain vistas. Visit the Blasket Centre in Dunquin to learn about the Blasket Islands, visible off the coast. Abandoned in 1954, they were once a lively outpost of traditional culture and language. Return to Dingle and visit Murphy's Ice Cream; taste their distinctive flavors like Irish Orange Marmalade, Brown Bread, and Dingle Gin. Take the rest of the day to wander and dine as you wish in this quaint seaside village. (B)

Cliffs of Moher | Medieval Castle Banquet
Visit the Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum, which recalls air travel in the 1930s and 1940s. Drive to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. In the evening, head to a castle for a medieval-style banquet with traditional songs and stories. (B, D)

Sheepdog Demonstration | Galway
Travel through the rounded limestone hills of the Burren to Caherconnell and watch skilled dogs round up sheep. Stop in a charming Burren village to explore independently. Continue on to lively Galway for a walking tour with a local guide - check out the medieval history evident in the city walls, the narrow streetscape, and Lynch's Castle. Explore the charming shops and perhaps listen to some street musicians before dinner at your hotel. (B, D)

Killary Harbour Catamaran Cruise | Kylemore Abbey
Drive through Connemara to Leenane for a catamaran cruise (seasonal) of Killary Harbour, Ireland's only fjord. Travel on to see Kylemore Abbey, a beautiful castle in a lakeside setting. Enjoy an evening free to explore vibrant, artistic Galway city. (B)

Belleek Pottery | Donegal Castle
Travel north through County Mayo. Stop in County Fermanagh and visit Belleek Pottery to see craftspeople create their renowned fine china. Visit Donegal Castle, built by the O'Donnell chieftains in the 15th century and restored in the 1990s after falling into ruin for centuries. Enjoy free time in Donegal town before dinner at your hotel this evening. (B, D)

Slieve League Cliffs | Triona Design Demonstration
Enjoy a coastal drive to view Slieve League, Europe's highest sea cliffs. Continue on to CIE Tours preferred shopping partner, Triona Design Donegal Tweed Centre in Ardara; see demonstrations of spinning, weaving and knitting. Enjoy free time to explore before returning to the hotel for dinner. (B, D)

Derry Walk | Giant's Causeway
Meet with a local guide for a walking tour to see Derry's medieval walls, the Diamond, and St. Columb's Cathedral. Explore the Giant's Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns formed over 60 million years ago. Travel along the scenic Nine Glens of Antrim before arriving in Belfast. Dine this evening at the Cultra Inn at the Culloden Estate & Spa. (B, D)

Titanic Belfast | Dublin
Enjoy a leisurely morning at your luxury hotel and then depart for Belfast, where a panoramic tour will show you its grand Victorian buildings and introduce you to its maritime history. Visit Titanic Belfast to explore the story of the doomed ocean liner, built in the local shipyards in 1912. Continue on to Dublin where the evening is free to do as you wish. (B)

Tour Ends in Dublin
Your tour ends after breakfast. (B)

Check Mark Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.

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