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2012 Irish Fling - 7 Days/6 Nights

Highlights:

• Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet

  Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet

  The evening begins with a mead reception in the Great Hall of the 15th century castle, followed by a four-course meal with wines. Entertainment is provided by the world renowned Bunratty Castle Entertainers accompanied by harp and violin.
• Cliffs of Moher

  Cliffs of Moher

  One of Ireland’s top visitor attractions, the cliffs are 700 feet high and extend for 5 miles over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare. O’Brien’s Tower stands proudly on a headland and one can see the Aran Islands, Galway Bay and Connemara. The cliffs are home to major colonies of cliff nesting seabirds.
• Jaunting Car Ride

  Jaunting Car Ride

  See the Killarney National Park, Muckross Lake and the 15th century Muckross Abbey at a leisurely pace while your driver entertains you with local folklore and history of the area.
• Lakes of Killarney

  Lakes of Killarney

  Pause at Ladies’ View for panoramic vistas of the Three Lakes of Killarney with the town in the background and mountains all around.
• Cobh Heritage Centre

  Cobh Heritage Centre

  From 1848 to 1950 over 6 million adults and children emigrated from Ireland - over 2.5 million departed from Cobh, making it the single most important port of emigration. See ”coffin ships” as well as other vessels, including the Titanic, that stopped in Cobh.
• Guinness Storehouse & a Pint

  Guinness Storehouse & a Pint

  This building was constructed in 1904 to house the fermentation process. In November 2000 it opened as a tourist attraction where you can follow the various stages of producing Guinness on five floors before ending in the rooftop Gravity Bar to sample a pint of draft Guinness.
• Irish Coffee & Traditional Music in Dungarvan

  Irish Coffee & Traditional Music in Dungarvan

  An Irish pub with authentic Irish music, traditional hospitality, and of course, the water of life. The Marine Bar is the real thing and popular with both locals and visitors.

Superior First Class Hotels:

Stay at the following or similar:

• Bunratty Castle Hotel

  Bunratty Castle Hotel
  Bunratty

  

  This hotel is named for the nearby Bunratty Castle, just across the road. Originally a Georgian mansion, the hotel offers the perfect place to relax in a traditional atmosphere and decor. All guest rooms are spacious and equipped with everything for a comfortable stay. The traditional pub is a great place for a drink or casual food.
  
  HOTEL LOCATION: 8 miles from Shannon Airport, the hotel is across the street from 15th century Bunratty Castle, Bunratty Folk Park, the landmark Durty Nelly's Pub and shops at the Bunratty Village Mills. Hotel parking.

  
  Bunratty(1 nights)
• Killarney Plaza Hotel

  Killarney Plaza Hotel
  Killarney

  

  The Killarney Plaza Hotel is a modern building with tastefully decorated public and guest rooms. The hotel offers choices of bars and restaurants in an atmosphere of gracious luxury with attentive personal service. Facilities include a state-of-the-art leisure center and Molton Brown spa.
  
  HOTEL LOCATION: Right in the center of Killarney town within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and pubs. Also close to the jaunting car stand and the peaceful Killarney National Park. Hotel parking.

  
  Killarney (2 nights)
• Granville Hotel

  Granville Hotel
  Waterford City

  

  This family-run hotel is one of Ireland’s oldest with significant historical connections and old-world charm. The friendly and professional team is dedicated to ensuring that your stay is pleasant and memorable. Enjoy delicious menus in the attractive dining room and the bar is usually a lively meeting place, often with live music, while comfortable rooms make for a great stay.
  
  HOTEL LOCATION: In the heart of Waterford city on the waterfront. Within easy walking distance of shopping, Reginald’s Tower and the House of Waterford Crystal. Parking nearby.

  
  Waterford (1 night)
• Royal Marine Hotel

  Royal Marine Hotel
  Dun Laoghaire

  

  Originally built in 1863, this hotel was extensively renovated in 2007 to provide 228 air-conditioned guestrooms, all featuring modern decor in natural shades with burgundy touches and light-wood furnishings. Experience fine dining or casual bar food and enjoy the award-winning Sansana SPA and Pier Health Club. Dun Laoghaire has many features, shops and restaurants to explore.
  
  HOTEL LOCATION: The property is located eight miles from Dublin city centre. Dublin International Airport is 16 miles away, and can be reached by car in approximately 45 minutes.

  
  Dun Laoghaire (2 nights)

Tour Includes:

• Airport transfers at start and end of tour
• Sightseeing by luxury coach
• Professional tour director
• 6 nights in hotels listed above
• Full breakfast daily except on day 1 (B)
• 5 dinners (D) including
  - Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet
  - Dinner and traditional entertainment at Taylor's Three Rock Pub
  - 3 table d'hote dinners
• Welcome get-together drink
• Walking tour of Waterford with a local guide
• Horse-drawn jaunting car ride in Killarney
• Irish coffee and music session at the Marine Bar in Dungarvan
• Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit and drink at Guinness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery
• Visits and admissions to Cliffs of Moher, Foynes Flying Boat Museum, Blarney Woollen Mills, Cobh Heritage Centre, House of Waterford Crystal and Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens
• Deluxe carry-on backpack, ticket wallet, luggage tags & strap
• All local taxes, hotel service charges & porterage for one suitcase per person