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Depart Home / Shannon / Limerick, Ireland
Your “Presidential” tour begins with an included overnight flight to Shannon, where you’ll be met at the airport for transfer to your hotel with guaranteed early morning check-in. The afternoon is yours to relax and explore this storied city. This evening, meet fellow Vantage travellers for a Welcome Dinner at your hotel.
Strand Hotel Limerick  (D) |
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Limerick
Following breakfast this morning, a very special sightseeing excursion awaits ... a full-day tour through some of the most scenic countryside in County Clare, with a visit to the majestic Cliffs of Moher on the Atlantic coast; a drive through The Burren region; and a panoramic city tour of Galway. Your evening is at leisure.
Strand Hotel Limerick (B) |
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Limerick
We’ll discover scenic and historic Limerick on today’s included
panoramic city tour, followed by an exclusive guided visit to the Hunt
Museum, home of Ireland’s finest private collection of arts and
antiquities. You’ll also visit Bunratty Folk Park, an authentic
recreation of an Irish village with shops, a post office, school, and
of course, a pub! Enjoy a light buffet lunch while at the folk park.
Then get ready for a grand experience as you attend this evening’s
Welcome Reception and Gala Welcome Dinner Dance at stunning Dromoland
Castle. You’ll be treated to a sumptuous meal, with traditional Irish
music provided.
Strand Hotel Limerick (B,LD) |
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Limerick / Killarney
En route to Killarney, we’ll stop in Tralee, the vibrant center of
County Kerry. Cultural Connection: Enjoy an exclusive “behind the
scenes” event with included lunch in the vicinity (we are keeping this
a secret!) After lunch, continue to Killarney, where you’ll check in to
one of Ireland’s finest hotels, overlooking the dramatic Gap of Dunloe.
Hotel Dunloe Castle (B,L) |
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Killarney
Enjoy your choice of two morning tours: You can either drive the
splendidly scenic Ring of Kerry. Or, enjoy a tour of Dingle Peninsula,
famous for its many archaeological sites. Tonight, enjoy your first
Dine Around evening — you’ll join a smaller group to dine in a local
restaurant.
Hotel Dunloe Castle (B,D) |
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Killarney
The day begins with a guided tour of magnificent Muckross House, which preserves the traditions of old. You’ll get there in an Irish Jaunting Car — a horse-drawn carriage — whose driver will regale you with tales of the area. Cultural Connection: Back at our hotel, enjoy Irish music played by a traditional Ceilidh band.
Hotel Dunloe Castle (B,D) |
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Killarney
You’ll have today at leisure — a perfect time
to relax at the hotel, sightsee in town, or join an optional full-day
tour to Blarney Castle, home of the Blarney Stone, and to Cobh, one of
Ireland’s most famous towns. In Cobh, learn about the history of Irish
emigration to America at the Queenstown Experience museum. This
evening, come along on a pub crawl led by your Program Manager. Join us
to raise a pint, savor a good whiskey, and sing an Irish ballad!
Hotel Dunloe Castle (B) |
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Killarney / Dublin
In the morning, you’ll transfer by motorcoach to Dublin, via Tipperary and Cashel. County Tipperary is known for its lush pastureland, and is home to one of the largest horse breeding operations in the world. Arriving in Dublin, you’ll check in to the Deluxe The Westin Dublin, an impressive hotel housed in a classic 1863 Georgian-style building. Later, enjoy your second Dine Around evening in cozy neighborhood restaurants that showcase Dublin’s finest foods.
Westin Dublin  (B,D) |
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Dublin
This morning, depart for a half-day panoramic
tour of Dublin, including a stop at Trinity College to view the Book of
Kells, the legendary biblical manuscript created by medieval Celtic
monks. Known for its extraordinary array of ornamental details, the
Book of Kells is regarded as one of the masterpieces of Western art.
Then delve further into Irish history and culture with a choice of
included tours. Your first tour choice will reveal Ireland’s rich
literary history and importance in the arts. Your second choice
showcases Ireland’s important musical heritage.
This evening begins
on a festive note, with cocktails in the beautiful Banking Hall at your
hotel. Then, in celebration of Vantage Deluxe World Travel’s 25th
Anniversary, we’ll continue the festivities at Trinity College for a
delicious meal and Gala Farewell. Celebrate in true Irish fashion, with
dancing, singing, and local entertainment, including a cabaret
performance, Irish step-dancing, and children’s choir. This will be an
anniversary party you won’t forget!
Westin Dublin (B,D) |
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Dublin
Your
final day in magical Dublin is designed to help you recover — should
you require it — from the previous night’s proceedings. Discover
Dublin’s many charms as you explore on your own today, perhaps visiting
a museum or doing some last-minute souvenir shopping. Then, take part
in another Irish tradition with lunch today at a high tea at The Westin
Dublin hotel.
Westin Dublin (B,L) |
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Dublin / Return Home
Bid
farewell to all the new friends you have made — including local ones —
on our 25th Anniversary Trip. You’ll transfer to the airport for your
flight home. Or, join us on our 5-night optional Northern Ireland
extension!
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