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8 DAYS FROM $3,360 US Details below or click here for more information INQUIRY FORM Phone: 1-888-682-6449/1-303-670-5640 Fax: (425) 984-7676 If you have just a week
to spend in Ireland travel with us to explore some of the Emerald
Isle’s most notable places and most beautiful scenery during this
comprehensive, eight-day journey. See the diversity of Ireland’s most
famous scenic wonders. Experience charming small towns and
sophisticated cities. See the castles, cottages, and verdant green
countryside for which Ireland is justly famous. Visit and have lunch at
a working dairy farm where you'll meet the family; explore the ruins of
6th-century Glendalough on a guided tour; and enjoy a private dinner,
tour and "Shindig Night" at the Old Jameson Distillery. Multiple-night
stays allow you to truly sample the warmth and charm of Ireland on this
wonderful one-week Ireland travel adventure.Day
1: Welcome to Ireland ACCOMMODATIONS
Night 1 & 2: Dromoland Castle Newmarket-on-Fergus, Ireland The readers of Travel + Leisure named Dromoland Castle one of the top 100 world hotels for 2008, and the readers of Condé Nast Traveler named it to the Gold List for 2008. 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. Night 3 & 4: Hotel Dunloe Castle Killarney, Ireland Hotel Dunloe Castle is set amidst 64 acres of parkland and award-winning sub-tropical gardens in the lovely County Kerry countryside, overlooking the “Gap of Dunloe” and the River Laune. The ruins of the keep of its namesake, Dunloe Castle, are found at the end of the gardens and offer spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Spacious guest rooms offer pleasant views. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a sauna and steam room, an exercise room, a putting green, two indoor tennis courts, croquet and fishing in the River Laune. Treat yourself to an Irish whiskey or a glass of stout in the intimate bar overlooking the hotel’s lovely fountain. Night 5 - 7: The Westbury Hotel Dublin, Ireland The heart of Dublin is right on your doorstep at The Westbury Hotel, conveniently situated in the center of “Dublin’s fair city.” At this proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, spacious guest rooms feature air conditioning, custom-designed handmade Irish furniture, 32” flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels, iron, in-room safe, high-speed Internet access, robes and slippers, Aveda bath products and a mini bar. The mini-gym offers a rowing machine, exercise bike, treadmill, ski trainer and a full set of free weights should you want to keep up with your workout routine. The Terrace Lounge, with its wingback armchairs and comfortable couches, is a delightful place from which to watch the hustle and bustle of Dublin swirl by as you enjoy a coffee or afternoon tea. Inclusive Prices Tour prices are per person in U.S. dollars. All hotel accommodations, motor coach transportation, First Class accommodations on the City Gold train from Mallow to Dublin, special dinners, sightseeing, admissions, luggage handling and the services of the Tour Director, local guides and drivers are included. A representative will meet you at Shannon Airport and provide transportation to the Dromoland Castle, regardless of the day and time of your arrival, provided you have furnished us with accurate flight information at least two weeks prior to the start of the tour. The Tour Operator will also provide transportation from The Westbury Hotel to Dublin International Airport regardless of the day and time of your departure. Please allow at least 2 ½ hours for flight check-in. Hotel Accommodations – The tour price includes all hotel accommodations with private baths. The Tauck 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. King beds are not available in most hotels; a king-type bed usually consists of two single beds pushed together which are made up separately with 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 – A Week in… 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, 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, Tthe 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 - October Prices: From approx $3,360 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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