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13 DAYS FROM $5,190 US Details below or click here for more information INQUIRY FORM Phone: 1-888-682-6449/1-303-670-5640 Fax: (425) 984-7676 The Emerald Isle bids
you a hundred thousand welcomes on this comprehensive tour including
Northern Ireland travel. Splendid scenery, fascinating history, a
vibrant culture and warm, hospitable people all contribute to the great
charm of Ireland. Enjoy stays in two castle hotels and visit farms, a
historic whiskey distillery, a folk park and the fabled Giants
Causeway. Experience the sophistication of Dublin and Belfast, and the
peaceful ambiance of small villages. Have a pint with friendly locals
at a lively pub. All that is best about Ireland is yours to enjoy on
this memorable journey. Day 1 - Welcome to Ireland Meals: Dinner Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner Meals: Breakfast, dinner Meals: Breakfast Meals: Breakfast, dinner Meals: Breakfast, dinner Meals: Breakfast, dinner Meals:
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Night 1: Old Ground Hotel Ennis, Ireland A former manor house dating back to the 18th century set amidst the pretty streets of Ennis in County Clare, the Old Ground Hotel blends the warmth of a country home and the stylish ambiance of a luxurious contemporary Irish hotel. Crisp white linens and a soft duvet await you in your comfortable guest room equipped with multi-channel color TV, direct-dial telephone, coffee and tea making facilities, trouser press and hairdryer. The Town Hall Bistro, located in what actually was the Ennis Town Hall, will tempt your palate with freshly baked scones in mid-morning; sweet treats during afternoon tea; and a bistro-style lunch menu served throughout the day. The Poet’s Corner is the perfect place to sip a nightcap and perhaps share a story or two with local residents who frequent this cozy bar. Night 2 & 3: Ashford Castle Cong, Ireland Ashford Castle has the distinction of being named one of the best hotels in world by the readers of both Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler. Guests experience the royal lifestyle at this fairy-tale castle dating back to the 13th century. Stately Ashford Castle sits regally amidst a 350-acre private estate, surrounded by woodlands. Facilities include a championship nine-hole golf course, two outdoor tennis courts, a superb health and leisure center offering a plunge pool, whirlpool and a wide range of health and beauty treatments. Night 4 & 5: Lough Erne Golf Resort Enniskillen, Northern Ireland The first AA and NIBT five-star hotel in Northern Ireland, Lough Erne Golf Resort sits on its own 600-acre peninsula between Castle Hume Lough and Lower Lough Erne, presenting a memorable sense of place. Sophisticated guest rooms, successfully fusing past and present, feature carefully chosen furniture, fine Irish linens and luxurious bathrooms among other top-notch amenities. Treat yourself to the relaxing, rejuvenating applications of Asia's botanical heritage in the Thai Spa or play the Faldo Championship Course - deemed truly memorable by leading members of USTOA who played there in 2009. Choose the Catalina Restaurant for elegant dining overlooking the lough or visit the Lough Clubhouse and Grill for casual dining and perfectly grilled prime Irish meats. Traditional afternoon tea in the Garden Hall is a treat for your sweet tooth while selecting one of over 100 different Irish whiskeys at the Blarney Bar is a pleasurable challenge! Night 6 & 7: The Westin Dublin Dublin, Ireland Located opposite famed Trinity College and just steps away from bustling O’Connell Street and Temple Bar, The Westin Dublin offers an ideal location from which to see and sample all the many pleasures of Dublin’s fair city. This thoroughly modern hotel in the very heart of Dublin resides behind the impressive historical facade of the 1863 Irish Allied Bank building. Guest rooms reflect Irish charm and elegance with traditional mahogany furnishings and Westin’s signature Heavenly Beds®. The Fitness Center offers the latest Technogym® equipments. Dine in one of three fine restaurants within the hotel. Night 8: Mount Juliet Conrad Thomastown, Ireland The baronial Mount Juliet Conrad regally reigns over what once was Ireland’s largest estate. Operating as a luxury hotel since 1989, the opulent Georgian mansion that lies at the heart of the Mount Juliet Conrad is a grand tribute to 18th-century craftsmanship. The Mount Juliet Conrad features the only Jack Nicklaus signature golf course in Ireland as well as The Spa, which offers a wide range of pampering programs. Leisure activities, such as angling, horseback riding and clay target shooting, tennis and croquet, are available. The Mount Juliet Conrad is included in the Condé Nast Traveler 2008 Gold List. Night 9: Hayfield Manor Hotel Cork, Ireland Located just five minutes from the lively center of Cork, the Hayfield Manor Hotel has the look and feel of a centuries-old grand residence of the wealthy elite, surrounded by gracious gardens and ancient trees. Although the atmosphere is one of traditional charm, the hotel’s Leisure Facilities complex is state-of-the-art and offers a lovely indoor heated swimming pool, an outdoor Jacuzzi, gym and steam room as well as extensive spa treatment alternatives to soothe the body and the soul. Night 10 & 11: Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa Killarney, Ireland Located high on a hill in the midst of the emerald-green County Kerry countryside, the Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa offers a luxurious and serene ambiance surrounded by the sweeping panorama of the Killarney’s lakes and mountains. Indulge yourself at the impressive Spa, take a swim in the lovely indoor pool, walk in the hills or in the gardens, play a game of tennis or fish for salmon and trout from the hotel’s nearby private stretch of riverbank. Night 12: Dromoland Castle Newmarket-on-Fergus, Ireland The readers of Travel + Leisure have named Dromoland Castle the number 1 hotel in Ireland and the readers of Condé Nast Traveler voted it the number 2 hotel in all of Europe. One of the world’s most famous castle hotels, Dromoland Castle is magnificently steeped in history and tradition. In addition to all the pleasures to be found within the castle, to include the full-service spa and indoor pool, guests can enjoy superb golf, boating, shooting, fishing, tennis, walking and cycling within the extensive grounds of the estate. Inclusive Prices Tour prices are per person in U.S. dollars. All hotel accommodations, motor coach transportation, special dinners, sightseeing, admissions, luggage handling and the services of local guides, drivers, and the Tour Director are included. A representative will meet you at Shannon Airport and provide transportation to the Old Ground Hotel regardless of the day and time of your arrival provided you have given us accurate flight information at least two weeks prior to the start of the tour. The Tour Operator will also provide you with transportation from the Dromoland Castle to Shannon Airport regardless of the day and time of your departure. Hotel Accommodations – The tour price includes all hotel accommodations with private baths. Their standard is to provide the best available hotels without sacrificing value. Although the quality may differ slightly from place to place, our commitment to your comfort is unwavering. Two-bedded rooms are reserved in most hotels. Triples are two-bedded rooms with a rollaway cot where available and are not recommended for comfort. The hotels on this itinerary may not provide king-size beds as they are known to travelers in the U.S. Queen-size beds consist of two single beds pushed together and made up separately under one headboard. Some two-bedded rooms may have two single – not full or queen – beds. Meals – Most meals are included as specified in the itinerary. Tour Director – The Best of Ireland featuring Northern Ireland is conducted by a Tour Director who remains with the group throughout the tour. Your Tour Director is a professional, fully trained employee of the Tour Operator. Gratuities Included – All gratuities for restaurant and hotel staff and local guides are included. No Options Sold – Your Tour Director will assist you with information on free-time activities based on honest opinion and guidance but will not sell you anything. This means better value and a more relaxed and pleasant experience for you. Not Included Airfare to the tour departure point and from the tour ending point is not included. Airfare may be purchased from Tauck for travel originating in the United States. Hotel Rooms Before and After Tours – To avoid jet lag and possible flight delays, you may wish to make hotel arrangements for the nights preceding or following your tour. As a service, Tour Operator will book additional nights for you on a space-available basis using special rates only available through The Tour Operator. Hotel room charges will be added to the tour cost. If you wish to spend additional nights, please consult the Extend This Journey section on this website and discuss it with the reservations agent when you book your tour. Luggage Responsibility – Although every effort is made to handle your luggage carefully, we cannot be responsible, assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft, or fair wear and tear through hotel, airline and group carrier handling. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities. Please refer to the Protection Plan for more information. Personal Expenses - Phone calls, room service, alcoholic and bar beverages, laundry, airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees and services, individual airport transfers and other optional or incidental extras are not included and may be significant. Tour Director and Driver Gratuities - The customary gratuities to the Tour Director and driver are not included. Gratuities should be extended on a voluntary, individual basis and not as a group. Departure Dates May - July September Prices: From approx $5,190 US per person double occupancy |A-Z TRAVEL MALL -Home| A-Z TOURS -Home| A-Z Tours International - Company Profile Phone: 1-888-682-6449/1-303-670-5640 Fax: (425) 984-7676 tours@a-ztravel.com |
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