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Celtic
Footsteps 2010
This
incredible journey will captivate your imagination as you explore places
of long ago. You will walk the halls of a former prison built in the
mid 1800's. Hear the fascinating story of Jameson Whiskey as you follow
the path through the distillery process. Learn the legacy of Ireland's
Saint Patrick as you are guided along an interpretive timeline of his
life. Celebrate the best of Irish Heritage and Culture with toe-tapping,
foot stomping dynamic productions of song, dance and music. Delve into
some of the most distinctive and notorious buildings in all of Ireland
as you visualize the life your ancestors once lived. Visit Ireland's
only completely walled city and stand in the exact location where battles
were once fought. Leave your footprints on the emerald isle and return
home with memories you will treasure for years to come!
Please
note this tour is limited to 26 participants.
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Included:
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Tour
Dates 2010
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| Depart
USA |
Arrive
Dublin |
Depart
Shannon |
Land
only |
Air
from JFK*
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- 7 nights first
class hotels
- Full
Irish breakfast daily (B)
- 4 table d'hote
dinners(D)
- Special dinner
with entertainment in Dublin (D)
- Special dinner
with entertainment in Galway(D)
- Services of
an experienced Irish driver/guide
- Admissions as
highlighted on the itinerary
- Porterage
of one suitcase
- All service
charges & local government taxes
- Isle Inn Tours
flight bag & luggage tag
- Deluxe document
holder with informational booklet
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| April
6 |
April
7 |
April
14
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Sold
Out
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| May
25 |
May
26 |
June
2
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Sold
Out
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| June
29 |
June
30 |
July
7
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$1549 |
$2215 |
| August
10 |
August
11 |
August
18
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$1549 |
$2315 |
| August
31 |
September
1 |
September
8
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$1549 |
$2115 |
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Single
Supplement $390
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*Air
inclusive rates are based on fares at time of publication,
are subject to change, and do not include departure taxes.
All prices are per person sharing.
Tour
dates with this symbol indicate a special savings for
seniors, multiple room bookings, Or early booking savings
of $50 per person!
Legend:
B = Breakfast D = Dinner
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ITINERARY |
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Day
1 |
Depart the
United States on your overnight flight to Dublin, Ireland.
Our travel planners are available to assist with your flight
arrangements.
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Day
2
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Cead mile
failte! Meet your Irish driver/guide in the arrivals hall
and let your fascinating journey begin! Enjoy a sightseeing
tour around Dublin City en route to your hotel. You will see
elegant Georgian squares and houses, colorful parks, and bustling
shopping areas. Take a guided tour of Trinity College,
one of the oldest centers of learning, dating to the 16th
century. The library is home to the world-renowned 9th century
Book of Kells, an illuminated manuscript with meticulous artwork
around the borders. The city tour will end at the Guinness
Storehouse where you can explore exhibits with over 250
years of creative history. Your tour concludes in the Gravity
Bar with a pint of Guinness and a great view of Dublin. Remainder
of afternoon and evening is free to explore this vibrant city
and dine in one of the many traditional pubs or restaurants.
Overnight: Burlington Hotel, Dublin (B)
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| Day
3 |
Enjoy
a full Irish breakfast as you prepare for today's journey!
You will visit Ireland's most famous House & Gardens,
Powerscourt. Enjoy a tour of this magnificent property.
Next, you will visit Christchurch Cathedral. Christchurch
Cathedral is Dublin's oldest place of Christian worship. The
Christian Norse, King Sitric, founded it in 1038. Part of
the structure goes back to the 12th century. This evening,
a journey through traditional Irish music, song and dance
awaits you as you enjoy dinner and entertainment at the Irish
Cabaret. Overnight: Burlington Hotel, Dublin (B,
D)
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| Day
4 |
After breakfast
you will board the motorcoach and begin the scenic drive to
Belfast. You will stop for a tour and visit of the Saint
Patrick Centre. The Centre is an exciting interpretative
exhibition which tells the fascinating story of Ireland's
Patron Saint. Through Patrick's own words a light is shone
on the arrival of Christianity in Ireland and its development
through his mission. A series of interactive displays allow
you to explore how Patrick's legacy developed in early Christian
times and reveal the fabulous artwork and metalwork which
was produced during this Golden Age. Upon arrival at your
hotel, the remainder of afternoon and evening will be free
for you to explore the city independently. Dinner will be
at your hotel this evening. Overnight: Europa Hotel,
Belfast (B,D)
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Day
5
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Today you will
visit the Titanic's dock and pump house where you will
have a tour of this impressive maritime marvel. The tour will
give you an in-depth understanding of the story of the dock
and as you walk the length of it you will better comprehend
the size and magnitude of the Titanic. Next, you will visit
Crumlin Road Gaol. Opened in 1845, Crumlin Road Gaol
is one of Belfast's most distinctive landmark buildings. Here
you will learn of the stories of child prisoners, the incarceration
of Suffragettes and executions carried out at the Gaol. Remainder
of afternoon and evening will be free to explore the nightlife
at one of the many local pubs. Dinner will be at your hotel
this evening.
Overnight: Europa Hotel, Belfast (B, D)
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| Day
6 |
This
morning you will continue your journey to County Donegal.
You will stop for a tour and visit at Giant's Causeway.
An area of about 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, the
result of an ancient volcanic eruption. The tops of the columns
form stepping stones that lead from the cliff foot and disappear
under the sea. Your next stop will be Derry where a local
guide will take you on a walking tour of the historical medieval
walls encompassing the city. The walls, completed in 1618,
are among the best preserved city fortifications in the Western
World. Learn about the city's fascinating history while absorbing
the profound views. Enjoy a relaxing dinner in the hotel this
evening. Overnight: Kee's Hotel, Donegal (B, D)
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Day
7
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breakfast you will visit Donegal Castle, one of the finest
Gaelic castles in Ireland. Continuing on, you will stop in County
Mayo to visit Knock Shrine. The Story of Knock began on the 21st
August 1879 when Our Lady, St. Joseph and St. John the Evangelist
appeared at the south gable of Knock Parish Church. The apparition
was witnessed by fifteen people, young and old. From this miraculous
apparition Knock has grown to the status of an internationally
recognized Marian Shrine. Upon arrival in Galway, relax and unwind
before gathering for dinner in your hotel this evening. Overnight:
Westwood House Hotel, Galway (B, D)
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8 |
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Today
begins with a visit to the award winning Connemara Heritage
Centre for a unique glimpse of the history of this beautiful
region. Tonight offers an opportunity to celebrate your journey
with your travel companions with authentic Irish entertainment.
Enjoy a scrumptious dinner followed by a sensational evening
of entertainment featuring music, dance, and log of Irish craic
in the thriving city of Galway. Overnight: Westwood House
Hotel, Galway (B, D)
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Day
9
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Arrive Shannon Airport with plenty of time for last minute
duty-free shopping and airport check-in(B)
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