Legends and stories are often larger than life in Ireland, south to north, as you’ll discover on visits to the Giants Causeway, Kylemore Abbey, and the legendary Blarney Castle, home of the Blarney Stone
You’ll learn a lot more about the Titanic on a visit to the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum, which also tells fascinating stories of land, air and sea transportation – including the DeLorean sports car! The rest of the day is spent at the estate. Meals BD
12. DOWNPATRICK / DUBLIN / BOOK OF KELLS Your first visit today, to the Saint Patrick Centre, relays the story of Ireland’s patron saint in the countryside setting where he lived, and where he is buried (his grave overlooks the centre). Travel to Dublin, and upon arrival take a guided walking tour that includes a visit to Trinity College, home to the Book of Kells. The af ter noon and evening are yours to experience a bit of Dublin. Nightlife in Dublin entices with traditional music and popular pubs, from the trendy Temple Bar area to traditional pubs not far from your hotel. Meals B
13. DUBLIN SIGHTS & DUBLIN CASTLE Your hotel, The Westin Dublin, is located in the heart of the city, close to Grafton Street and Nassau Street. Depart today for a guided tour through city streets lined with 2 1/2-story brick Georgian row houses, famous for their intricate, glass-laced doorways. Dublin is well-known for its beautiful parks, and today you’ll see Phoenix Park, one of Europe’s largest walled urban parks, and St. Stephen’s Green; drive along bustling O’Connell Street and see the Lord Mayor’s residence, with a guided visit to the State Apartments at 13th-century Dublin Castle, which stands in the heart the city. Join us this evening for a farewell cocktail reception and dinner at The Westin Dublin. Meals BD
14. JOURNEY HOME Tour ends: The Westin Dublin. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The Westin Dublin to Dublin Airport. Allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in at the airport. Meals B
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14 DAYS FROM $5,190 PLUS AIRFARE (13 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 12 Dinners)
BEGINS SHANNON
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Jun 5, 7, 12, 19. 21 Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Aug 7, 14, 21, 28, 30 Sep 4, 11, 13, 18, 25
Dates in blue indicate a Small Group Departure with no more than 26 Tauck guests, specially priced from $5990 per person double; inquire at time of booking.
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Double $5190
PRICE PER PERSON Single $6360
Triple $4995
International Airfare is additional. Call Tauck for special rates on international air for travel originating in the U.S. (subject to availability).
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Night 2,3 Night 4,5 Night 6,7 Night 8,9
FINE HOTELS / GREAT LOCATIONS Old Ground Hotel
Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa Mount Juliet Hotel Ashford Castle
Lough Erne Golf Resort
Night 10,11 Culloden Estate and Spa Night 12,13 The Westin Dublin
Ennis Killarney
Thomastown Cong
Enniskillen Holywood Dublin
The Best of Ireland combines well with these Europe trips; ask at time of booking!
England, Scotland & Wales (14 days, page 94)
A Week In… London and Paris (8 days, page 98) A Week In... Scotland (8 days, page 108)
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