Tauck Value Includes:
TAUCK’S YELLOW ROADS! Journey off-the-beaten path all week, from lunar-like landscapes of The Burren to dramatic winding roads through Caha Pass to the lush Wicklow Hills
An evening of traditional Irish music and dance (and dinner) in Dublin at The Irish House Party, held at The Merchants Arch Building, which overlooks Ha’penny Bridge and Quay
Private recital at Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral in Cork
Tour of the new Waterford Crystal center and a visual journey through 220 years of glass making
Guided visit through Glendalough, ruins of a 6th-century monastic settlement located in the Wicklow Hills outside of Dublin
The dramatic beauty that is found in the west of Ireland is legendary; the Cliffs of Moher are both breathtaking and inspirational
Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
15 meals (7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners), service charges, gratuities to local guides, admission fees, taxes and porterage
4. A BIT OF BLARNEY, KINSALE AND CORK Blarney Castle, reputed to bestow a gift of “gab” in hearty souls who climb its ramparts to kiss a magical stone, is the first stop on today’s travels. Visit historic Charles Fort, one of the finest examples of a 17th-century fortification in Ireland, and then spend some time in the lovely harborside village of Kinsale. Arrive in Cork, where this evening you’re invited to a private recital at St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral before dinner at Hayfield Manor Hotel. Meals BD
5. WATERFORD, THEN A TRAIN TO DUBLIN Waterford Crystal is among the finest glassware in the world; see how it is crafted on a visual journey of over 220 years of glass making at the Waterford Crystal center. Then it’s all aboard a train bound for Ireland’s capital city of Dublin. Tonight, celebrate one of Ireland’s enduring traditions at The Irish House Party, an evening that includes dinner, Irish music and dancing at The Merchants Arch Building, Meals BLD
6.ALITTLE DUBLIN HOSPITALITY Dublin sightseeing includes O’Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and beautiful parks. We’ll take you inside Trinity College Library to see the 8th-century Book of Kells, before giving you the opportunity to enjoy the city as you wish. Wander among the stylish shops of Grafton Street, stroll along the River Liffey or St. Stephen’s Green, or experience the grandeur of Merrion Square. Dinner is on your own tonight; Dublin restaurants, and Irish cuisine, have earned high marks on the European culinary scene. Meals B
7. SPEND THE DAY IN WICKLOW AND DUBLIN Travel outside of Dublin into the hills of Wicklow to the ancient monastic settlement of Glendalough via Tauck’s scenic Yellow Roads. Founded in the 6th century, most of the ruins and sites date from the 10th century and are remarkably preserved; see some of the most significant ones on a guided tour. Return to Dublin midday for time at leisure. Join us tonight for a farewell dinner. Meals BD
Call your travel agent or Tauck at 800-468-2825
8. JOURNEY HOME Tour ends: Dublin. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The Westbury Hotel to Dublin Airport. You should allow a minimum of 3 hours for check-in. Meals B
8 DAYS FROM $3,690 PLUS AIRFARE (7 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches & 6 Dinners)
BEGINS SHANNON
May 6, 13, 20 Jun 3, 10, 17, 24 Jul 1, 8, 22, 29 Aug 12, 19 Sep 2, 9, 14, 16, 23, 30 Oct 14
Dates in blue indicate Small Group Departures averaging 24 Tauck guests, specially priced from $4190 per person double; ask at booking.
Go to
www.tauck.com for space availability; additional departure dates may become available as these sell out.
Double $3690
PRICE PER PERSON Single $4530
Triple $3627
International Airfare is additional. Call Tauck for special rates on international air for travel originating in the U.S. (subject to availability).
Please ask at time of booking about additional hotel nights before or after your journey and about our comprehensive Guest Protection Product.
FINE HOTELS / GREAT LOCATIONS
Night 1,2 Dromoland Castle Night 3,4 Hayfield Manor Hotel Night 5-7 The Westbury Hotel
Newmarket-on-Fergus Cork
Dublin
A Week In… Ireland combines well with these Europe journeys; ask at time of booking!
A Week In... London and Paris (8 days, page 60)
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