Trafalgar > Irish Highlights (Winter 20082009)

Irish Highlights (Winter 20082009)
8 Days starting from $1,199

Countries Visited:
Ireland

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Length: 8 Days
Type: Winter 2009
Category: Regional
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: WRIH-2009
   
 
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Dublin, Kildare, Kilkenny, Waterford, Blarney, Galway Bay, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty, Galway

Kiss the Blarney Stone and drink a pint of Dublin''s famous Guinness! The magical Cliffs of Moher will wow you and you''ll visit Trinity College in Dublin to see the ancient Book of Kells.

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • Details
  • SPECIALS

Sightseeing Highlights
  • Dublin: Sightseeing includes views of St. Patrick''s Cathedral, Dublin Castle and visits Trinity College to see the ancient Book of Kells.
  • Kildare: Visit the National Stud Farm and Japanese Gardens.
  • Kilkenny: Visit the medieval city.
  • Waterford: Visit the Crystal Factory (when open).
  • Blarney: Visit the famous Castle
  • Killarney: Ring of Kerry excur­sion including Dingle Bay, South Kerry Mountains, Ladies View and the Lakes of Killarney.
  • Limerick: Orientation including the Treaty Stone, St. Mary''s Cathedral and King John''s Castle.
  • Cliffs of Moher: Visit the Visitors centre.
  • Bunratty: Visit the Folk Park and Castle..
  • Galway Bay: Panoramic views.
  • Galway: See the Cathedral.
  • Scenic drives: A coastal drive to Youghal, around the Ring of Kerry and the Killarney Lake District.

Dining Highlights
  • 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Dublin.
  • 6 full Irish breakfasts.
  • 2 three-course dinners.
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Dublin.

First Class Travel Highlights
  • First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
  • A qualified local city guide in Dublin.
  • Dublin Airport transfers are provided on Days 1 and 7.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.
  • Day 1- Depart USA Overnight flight to Dublin.


  • Day 2 - Arrive Dublin On arrival, you are transferred to your hotel. Later, an included sightseeing tour with a local guide visits Trinity College, to admire the ancient Book of Kells and views St. Patrick''s and Christchurch Cathedral. Then on to Phoenix Park and the Wellington Memorial. Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Drink together with your Tour Director and fellow travellers.

    Hotel: The Mespil


  • Day 3 - Dublin – Waterford We have a guided walking tour of the Irish National Stud Farm and visit the Japanese Garden. Our Tour Director tells us to watch out for a Hidden Treasure today! Next to Kilkenny to see the castle, before an included visit to the Waterford Crystal Factory. Then to our hotel for dinner. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Waterford Marina


  • Day 4 - Waterford – Killarney (2 nights) This morning we drive to the fishing village of Youghal where Moby Dick was filmed and on to Cork, the second city of Ireland. Then to ancient Blarney Castle to kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire the ''gift of the gab''. Later we travel via Macroom, where we see the remains of its castle, before travelling to Killarney. (Full Breakfast)

    Hotel: Killarney Avenue



  • Day 5 - Killarney - Ring of Kerry Excursion Enjoy a drive around the ''Ring of Kerry'', which winds around the beautiful Iveragh Peninsula. We travel through Moll''s Gap and down over the Black Valley to Ladies View. Next is Killorglin to Cahirciveen with the memorial to St. Brendan the Navigator and views of Dingle Bay and the South Kerry mountains. We see Charlie Chaplin''s hideaway, Waterville and Derrynane, home of Ireland''s liberator Daniel O''Connell. Later returning to our hotel in Killarney. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)


  • Day 6 - Killarney – Cliffs of Moher – Limerick First across the Shannon by ferry and to County Clare to see the magical Cliffs of Moher where we visit the new Visitors Centre. Then an interesting drive takes us through the Burren, a curious rocky landscape rich with wild orchids. Later we visit Bunratty Castle, a living museum that takes us back to the days of old Ireland, before arriving at our hotel in Limerick. (Full Breakfast)

    Hotel: Radisson SAS


  • Day 7- Limerick – Dublin We travel via Ennis and across County Clare to Galway Bay for panoramic views, stopping at Galway Cathedral before driving to Dublin. We enjoy a Farewell Dinner tonight with our Tour Director and new found friends. (Full Breakfast / Full Dinner)

    Hotel: The Mespil


  • Day 8 Dublin – USA We are transferred to the airport for our return flight home. (Full Breakfast)


  • Christmas & New Year''s Eve Highlights Tour departures 20 Dec will be accommodated in Limerick over Christmas and tour departure 27 Dec will be accommodated in Kenmare on New Year''s Eve giving you the opportunity to celebrate in real Irish style.



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Airfare Disclaimer
A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
* For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.
  • Dublin
  • Kilkenny
  • Waterford
  • Blarney
  • Limerick
  • Cliffs of Moher
  • Bunratty
  • Galway Bay
  • Galway
  • Scenic drives
This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
* For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts.

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

4-6 months SAVE 2.5%

7-9 months SAVE 5%

10-12 months SAVE 7.5%

1 year or more SAVE 10%

All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.


   
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