Affordable Ireland
activity level: 3
Nov 10-18, 2008

Explore legendary villages, sheep-dotted landscapes and magical castles in the heart of Ireland. Join us as we travel through “40 shades of green” and enjoy the warmth of friendly Celtic hospitality.

Day 1: Today we fly out of Omaha, crossing the Atlantic Ocean to Ireland.

Days 2 & 3 Dublin: We arrive in Dublin today with a city sightseeing orientation tour featuring General Post Office, The Temple Bar, and Grafton Street. After checking into your hotel (we'll stay here the next 2 nights), you will have the afternoon at leisure.

One of the Europe’s trendiest cities, Dublin pulsates with excitement. Turn a corner and discover art galleries, cafes, clubs and Georgian row houses with colorful, painted doors. Stop in a lively pub, chat with the locals.

On the evening of Day 3, we'll get a real taste of Ireland with traditional Irish cuisine, Irish music and dance!
*Trinity Capital Hotel, Dublin
*Breakfast and Traditional Irish dinner with live entertainment included on day 3

Day 4 Waterford/Kinsale: A stop at the Waterford Visitor Centre is a celebration of art and artisans at work. Visit the Waterford Crystal factory and meet the masters who turn their design expertise into exquisite pieces. Then it’s on to Kinsale, a quaint little coastal village that reflects the true Ireland.

Kinsale’s long tradition as a wine importer also makes it the gourmet capital of the country. Famous for its beauty, Kinsale is one of Ireland’s most historic locations and is a maze of narrow streets unchanged in hundreds of years.
*Breakfast included
*Trident Hotel, Kinsale

Days 5 & 6 Blarney/Killarney: On day 5 our scenic drive from Kinsale to Killarney, we stop at the village of Blarney, famous for it’s fine woollens. Enjoy a visit to Blarney Castle.

Built nearly 600 years ago, Blarney Castle is the patriarch of Irish fortresses and home of Ireland’s most frequently smooched landmark, the Blarney Stone. According to legend, those who kiss the stone will be endowed with the gift of the gab.

Majestic mountains and magical lakes Driving to Killarney, you’ll see some of the most beautiful countryside in all of Ireland. Killarney has been the inspiration of poets and painters for centuries. Walk though charming High Street and New Street and shop for wool sweaters, fine crystal and china. Or visit a local pub with live Irish music or dancing, certain to stir the Celtic soul within you!

Day 6: Takes us on a full day excursion to the Dingle Peninsula with a visit to the picturesque, Gaelic town of Dingle.

Dingle – 6,000 years of history
The Dingle Peninsula features green landscapes, rocky hills and staggering cliffs and has preserved over 2,000 monuments and relics, representing more than 6,000 years of archeological history. With a setting like this, you can understand why movies like Ryan’s Daughter and Far and Away were filmed here.
*Breakfast included both days, dinner included on day 6
*Killarney Towers, Killarney

Days 7&8 The Cliffs of Moher: As we drive the beautiful countryside on day 7 from Killarney to Galway, we will visit the town of Adare, with its thatched roof houses, Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and the dramatic Cliffs of Moher.

No trip to Ireland is complete without a stop at the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, a five-mile long precipice that drops nearly 700 feet. Fierce waves pound the jagged shore below with thundering applause as you gaze with awe at the magnitude of this natural phenomenon.

Day 8: Gives you a free day to explore Galway, or take an optional tour to the Connemara region. Recognized by the constantly changing light that reflects the mood of the landscape. With its natural, unspoiled terrain, you’ll take a step back in time as you hear authentic Gaelic spoken. You can experience the living history of old world traditions in this fascinating region of Ireland.
*Breakfast both days, farewell dinner included day 8
Forster Court, Galway

Day 9: After breakfast at the hotel, we are transferred to Shannon airport for our return home with wonderful memories of our incredible journey to Ireland.

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