Confirmation #: 412252

Name: Liza Hendley-Betz

Tour Name: Town & Country and Irish Rambler
Tour Date: Oct 01 - Oct 10, 2017

Sun, Oct-01 DEPART THE UNITED STATES

Depart your hometown and take an overnight flight across the Atlantic. Enjoy in-flight
entertainment and meal service as you travel to start your vacation.

Mon, Oct-02 SHANNON ARRIVAL & DINGLE

After customs and immigration formalities at Shannon Airport, your CIE Tours
driver/guide will welcome you to Ireland. Upon arrival have breakfast at a local venue
with your group. Then continue to your hotel in Dingle and check in. Once you settle into
your room spend the balance of the afternoon free for individual pursuits. In the evening
join your fellow travelers for a welcome drink followed by dinner in the hotel restaurant.

DINNER & OVERNIGHT: DINGLE SKELLIG HOTEL, DINGLE

Tue, Oct-03 SLEA HEAD EXCURSION

This morning travel to Slea Head at the western tip of the Dingle Peninsula. This
excursion will give you excellent views of mountains and coastline and looking over to
the Iveragh Peninsula. Then travel to Ballyferriter to visit the Louis Mulcahy Pottery.
While here, view the very best Irish hand-made craft Pottery in exquisite fine porcelain
and robust stoneware. Return to Dingle, where you can sightsee and shop. Tonight, you
may like to dine at one of the many restaurants or pubs scattered throughout Dingle.

OVERNIGHT: DINGLE SKELLIG HOTEL, DINGLE

Wed, Oct-04 CLIFFS OF MOHER & GALWAY

Leaving Dingle, take a short ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary. Drive along the
coast of County to Clare to visit the Cliffs of Moher, one of Irelands most beloved,
natural landmarks. See magical vistas, overlooking the shimmering Atlantic Ocean along
with Irelands Western coastline. Then travel to Galway and check into your hotel. You
may wish to relax at the hotel or explore some of the bustling city before dining with
your group.

DINNER & OVERNIGHT: PARK HOUSE HOTEL, GALWAY

Confirmation #: 412252
Name: Liza Hendley-Betz
Tour Name: Town & Country and Irish Rambler
Tour Date: Oct 01 - Oct 10, 2017

Thu, Oct-05 ARAN ISLANDS & DUN AENGUS

Take a short ferry ride from Rossaveal to Inis Mor, the largest of the three Aran Islands.
These rocky islands are renowned for the hardy islanders who maintained traditional
fishing and farming. The Irish language is still spoken widely. Take a minibus ride to Dun
Aengus, a huge pre-historic fortress perched on sheer cliffs, which fall away to the
Atlantic Ocean below. Take a look around Kilronan, before heading back to Galway for a
free evening.

OVERNIGHT: PARK HOUSE HOTEL, GALWAY

Fri, Oct-06 DRUMCLIFFE & LOCH ESKE CASTLE

Departing Galway, drive into County Sligo, one of Ireland's most scenic counties in
Ireland. Continue to Drumcliffe Churchyard to view W.B. Yeats grave. Then head to
Mullaghmoore for an independent lunch. After your visit, drive to your luxury hotel in
Donegal and check in. In the evening join your fellow travelers for dinner at the superb
hotel restaurant.

DINNER & OVERNIGHT: LOUGH ESKE CASTLE HOTEL, DONEGAL

Sat, Oct-07 CARROWMORE

This morning visit Mass Rock and Holy Well at Tobernault, a unique place to reflect and
pray. St. Patrick is said to have put his hand on the rock as he knelt down and prayed.
Then continue on to visit Carrowmore, the largest cemetery of megalithic tombs in
Ireland, and the second largest in Europe. Next, enjoy some free time in Sligo for an
independent lunch. Return to Donegal, where you will have some time to relax or
freshen up before dinner with your group.

DINNER & OVERNIGHT: LOUGH ESKE CASTLE HOTEL, DONEGAL

Sun, Oct-08 RIVER SHANNON CRUISE & DUBLIN

Depart Donegal and journey to Carrick-on-Shannon. Upon arrival take a Moon River
Cruise. While on board enjoy the breathtaking scenery associated with the River
Shannon. After your leisurely cruise, head to your hotel in Dublin and check in. Then
enjoy the remainder of the day free for individual pursuits and dining.

OVERNIGHT: DAVENPORT HOTEL, DUBLIN

Confirmation #: 412252
Name: Liza Hendley-Betz
Tour Name: Town & Country and Irish Rambler
Tour Date: Oct 01 - Oct 10, 2017

Mon, Oct-09 HOP ON HOP OFF DUBLIN

Spend the day at leisure in Dublin, where you can choose from a wide variety of
pursuits. Use your Hop on Hop off pass to visit a number of places. Also using your
vouchers you may either visit the Guinness Storehouse or the General Post Office. If you
choose to visit the Guinness Storehouse see exhibits on how this world famous stout was
first created and also enjoy a sample of the finished product. If you decide to visit the
General Post Office on O'Connell Street, learn about its role in the Easter Rising and how
it was left in ruins. There are also plenty of museums and shops you may like to visit.

This evening drive to the town of Rathfarnham to Taylors Three Rock for dinner followed
by a lively show.

OVERNIGHT: DAVENPORT HOTEL, DUBLIN

Tue, Oct-10 RETURN TO THE UNITED STATES

Sadly, today your vacation has come to its final day. Transfer to Dublin Airport in good
time to check in for your flight. You may do some last minute shopping at the duty free
stores before boarding your aircraft and flying across the Atlantic Ocean back to the
United States.
Notes: Short Overview - The driver is available for up to eight hours a day for touring.
Gratuity is not included (driver and/or tour director). For a more detailed look at our
Terms and Conditions, please see Page 4 of your contract.

Hotels (or similar)

Dingle Skellig Hotel, Dingle 2 nights

Park House Hotel, Galway 2 nights
Lough Eske Castle & Spa, Donegal 2 nights
Davenport Hotel, Dublin 2 nights

Highlights
Welcome get-together drink
Passage on the Tarbert Ferry
Day tour to Inis Mor & Dun Aengus Fort
Scenic cruise on River Shannon
Dublin open-top bus tour with a visit to either Guinness Storehouse or General
Post Office

Visits
All visits are outlined on the above itinerary and included in the cost unless otherwise
stated.