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Welcome to Dublin! You will be met and privately transferred to your hotel, where you’ll meet our Brendan Local Host who will give you insights into this beloved city. Later visit EPIC – The Irish Emigration Museum and journey through centuries of rich history and perhaps discover some hidden gems about your own ancestry.
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Dublin
Today experience the city through the eyes of a Local Specialist on a walking tour to get special insights and discover some hidden gems. Trace history and hear anecdotes from present day all the way back to medieval times. Later, visit Teelings Whiskey Distillery for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. See this state-of-the-art distillery in operation and admire the copper pot still.
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The DavenportMeals
Full BreakfastHighlights
Dublin, EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum
Make your own way to the train station for a scenic ride to Athlone in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands. Take in Athlone Castle dating back to 1210, before stopping at Sean’s Bar, Ireland’s oldest pub, for a chat with the locals!
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Sheraton AthloneMeals
Full BreakfastHighlights
Athlone Castle
Head back to the train station and travel to Westport, a pretty town overlooking Clew Bay. Your Local Host and Specialist will meet you in the lobby of your hotel before showing you all the sights on a walking tour.
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Castlecourt HotelMeals
Full BreakfastHighlights
Westport, Clew Bay
Discover the Wild Atlantic Way on two wheels. Cycle all or part way to Achill Island along one of the longest off-road cycling trails in Ireland, the Great Western Greenway. You'll be awe-struck by some of the most incredible scenery in all of Ireland.
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Castlecourt HotelMeals
Full BreakfastHighlights
Wild Atlantic Way, Achill Island, Great Western Greenway
This morning you will be picked up by a private car to embark on your journey to the Shannon Region. Experience the Cliffs of Moher – this natural masterpiece is set against the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean and is part of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Burren Geopark. Tonight, why not upgrade your stay with a night in one of the region’s luxurious castles or manors?
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Limerick Strand HotelMeals
Full BreakfastHighlights
Shannon, Cliffs of Moher
Bid farewell to Ireland as you are transferred to the Shannon airport, where your vacation ends.
Meals
Full BreakfastWhat's Included?
A Local Host will greet you in each city on arrival and be available 24/7 for support and insider tips
Rail or private car transportation between cities
Your selection of hand-selected accommodations from castles to manors and hotels. For our full list of hand-selected accommodations please visit our hotel search
Your choice of pre-organized sightseeing, plus an orientation tour or excursion in each city
Full breakfast included daily
*Trip USD Pricing for this itinerary is low $1612, mid $2038 and high $2154 based on the following effective from dates: Low - 02 January, Mid - 01 October, High - 01 July. *Price is per person, land only and based on double occupancy. Subject to availability; varies by inclusions and travel dates. CST#2084503-20
^Trip CAD Pricing for this itinerary is low $2125, mid $2716 and high $2870 based on the following effective from dates: Low - 02 January, Mid - 01 October, High - 01 July. Price is per person, land only and based on double occupancy. Subject to availability; varies by inclusions and travel dates. All prices and itineraries are subject to change until all services have been confirmed and paid in full. For up to date pricing contact your Brendan Vacations Celtic Expert. BN#776064719 | TICO # R50025597 and W50025598
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