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13 days Shades of Ireland - - Featuring Northern Ireland



From vibrant and history-filled Dublin, across rolling green hills to the dramatic coast, experience all of Ireland’s charm on this magical tour of the Emerald Isle. Live like royalty during an overnight stay on the grounds of a castle. Visit Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, where you’ll have the opportunity to visit the House of Waterford Crystal. Choose from a selection of Killarney’s best restaurants with our Diner’s Choice program. See the Atlantic from the stunning 700-foot Cliffs of Moher. Experience the world-famous beauty of the Ring of Kerry. See sheepdogs in action on a working farm. Explore Dublin with a local guide – either by foot or on a panoramic city tour – it’s your choice! See beautiful Killarney from your seat on an Irish jaunting car. Journey to historic Blarney Castle, lean back and kiss its famous stone!

Day Location Description
1 Overnight Flight. ( Not Included ) Anticipation mounts as you wind your way toward the Emerald Isle and its many wonders. Rich history, rolling hills and warm smiles lie ahead in Dublin, Waterford, Killarney and Limerick. With tomorrow comes quintessential Ireland.
2 Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins Get a taste of old Dublin. Tonight you and your fellow travelers revel in a traditional Irish evening, including regional cuisine. Dinner High 52° Low 41° 2" The Marker Hotel
3 Dublin Today you decide how you want to explore Dublin. You may choose to set out with a local guide on a drive to see St. Patrick’s Cathedral, St. Stephan’s Green, Grafton Street, and the historic Phoenix Park. Or, perhaps you will choose a walking tour of the city’s historic center, exploring O’Connell Street, the General Post Office, and the River Liffey. Spend the remainder of your day relaxing or set out to independently explore more of charming Dublin. Breakfast High 52° Low 41° 2" The Marker Hotel
4 Dublin - Kilkenny - Waterford Travel to Kilkenny to explore the medieval atmosphere of this city situated on the banks of the River Nore. Then, arrive in the historic city of Waterford and visit the House of Waterford Crystal. Enjoy a fascinating factory tour and browse the retail store housing the largest collection of Waterford Crystal in the world. Complete your day with a leisurely paced walking tour of this unique city. Breakfast & Dinner High 54° Low 41° 2" Tower Hotel Waterford
5 Waterford - Blarney Stone - Killarney Travel to Kilkenny to explore the medieval atmosphere of this city situated on the banks of the River Nore. Then, arrive in the historic city of Waterford and visit the House of Waterford Crystal. Enjoy a fascinating factory tour and browse the retail store housing the largest collection of Waterford Crystal in the world. Complete your day with a leisurely paced walking tour of this unique city. Breakfast & Dinner High 54° Low 41° 2" Tower Hotel Waterford
6 Killarney - Ring of Kerry - Killarney Take in the rugged coastline. Loop your way around the picturesque Ring of Kerry, past pristine beaches, quaint villages and majestic landscapes. At the Gap of Dunloe, shop for local artisan-made crafts. See border collies in action during a traditional sheepdog demonstration at a family-run farm. Breakfast High 54° Low 42° 2" Aghadoe Heights Hotel And Spa
7 Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - Ennis Begin your day with a traditional jaunting car ride through one of Ireland’s best kept secrets - Killarney National Park. Bid Killarney farewell as we travel across the lovely Shannon River by ferry and arrive into County Clare. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most iconic sites. Walk along the rambling edge, soaking up unparalleled views and snapping incredible photos. Complete your day at the historic Old Ground Hotel and experience the finest in Irish hospitality. Breakfast High 58° Low 36° 2" Old Ground Hotel
8 Ennis - Galway - Enniskillen, Northern Ireland Travel to the iconic city of Galway, Ireland’s ‘City of Tribes’. After a brief tour, enjoy time at leisure to peruse its historic streets and charming shops. Your day ends at the Manor House Hotel, a stunning 19th-centry estate located on a secluded lakeside in the western most reaches of Northern Ireland. Breakfast & Dinner High 55° Low 40° Manor House Country Hotel
9 Enniskillen - Donegal Town - Derry Today you take in the rugged, natural beauty of County Donegal. Stop in Donegal Town and stroll the town square, enjoying its quaint craft and woolen shops. Next, we travel to the city of Derry, famous for its turbulent political history. This afternoon, a local guide leads you on a walk through the old city, including the Craft Village, a charming 19th century Georgian square in the heart of the walled city. Tonight, it’s another Diner’s Choice…you will choose your included dinner from a ‘menu’ of Derry’s great restaurants. Breakfast & Dinner High 54° Low 37° 2" Roe Park Resort
10 Derry This morning it’s your choice. You may choose to journey to the Inishowen Peninsula and Malin Head; passing through Malin village, you arrive at Malin Head, Ireland's northernmost point with its beautiful panoramic view of the North Atlantic Ocean. Or, perhaps you’ll choose to join a local guide to take a deeper look at Derry’s rich and turbulent history and meet local experts at some of the city’s museums; finish at the Museum of Free Derry, where you’ll meet individuals who witnessed the events of Bloody Sunday. Breakfast High 54° Low 37° 2" Roe Park Resort
11 Derry - Giant's Causeway - Glens of Antrim - Belfast See the most famous natural site in Northern Ireland as you visit the magnificent Giant’s Causeway. Formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago, the causeway resembles a cobble road leading into the sea. Then, lose yourself in the natural beauty of Northern Ireland as you explore the scenic back roads of the Glens of Antrim. Breakfast High 53° Low 39° 1" Europa Hotel Belfast
12 Belfast - Kingscourt, Ireland Get ready for a guided tour of Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland. Hear of the struggles in this great city’s history as you pass through the different neighborhoods. See “Samson” and “Goliath,” the cranes at the shipyard that built the Titanic, before touring the “Titanic Experience,” Northern Ireland’s most visited attraction. Next, we are off to Kingscourt, crossing back into the Republic of Ireland. Top your day off with an overnight stay on the regal grounds of Cabra Castle where you toast the end of a fabulous trip during your farewell dinner. Breakfast & Dinner High 53° Low 40° 2" Cabra Castle
13 Kingscourt - Tour Ends Your tour ends in Kingscourt.