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2020 Jubilee Celebration in Ireland
Itinerary
May 24 - Sunday Depart for Shannon, Ireland
Depart Atlanta on overnight flights to Shannon Ireland.
May 25 - Monday Cliffs of Moher | Burren
After customs and immigration formalities at Shannon
Airport, your CIE Tours guide and driver will welcome
you to Ireland.
Depart Shannon and travel to County Clare and the
coastal town of Doolin, known for its traditional Irish
music. Have lunch at a local venue and your first
experience with the fabulous Irish hospitality.
Continue down the coast a bit to view the Cliffs of
Moher, one of Ireland's most beloved, natural
landmarks. This impressive wall of rock rises to almost
700 feet above the foaming Atlantic breakers - Ireland at
its most natural, rugged, panoramic and breathtaking.
Head north to Galway and check into your hotel where
you will have free time before dinner. After settling in,
enjoy dinner in your hotel. (L & D)
OVERNIGHT: Galway Bay Hotel, Galway
May 26 - Tuesday Galway | Monsignor Frank's Jubilee Celebration
This morning, join a local guide for a gentle walking tour of Galway. See the medieval city walls, Lynch’s Castle and the narrow
streets. After your leisurely walk, enjoy free time for lunch and exploring.
Late this afternoon, depart Galway and drive west through County Galway to Loughrea, which means "The town of the grey
lake". Loughrea sits on the shore on Loughrea Lake, and is the Cathedral Parish of the Diocese of Clonfert. St. Brendan's
Catholic Cathedral is arguably one of the country's greatest contributions to European art of the twentieth century. Loughrea
also happens to be Monsignor Frank's home town. Monsignor Frank will celebrate Mass today on the 25th anniversary of his
ordination. Afterward we'll have a celebration reception in a local establishment. Return to your Galway hotel after a fun
evening in Loughrea. (B & D)
OVERNIGHT: Galway Bay Hotel, Galway
May 27 - Wednesday Kilkenny Castle | Legends Hurling Bar
This morning depart Galway and head south toward Waterford. Stop first in the medieval city of Kilkenny, which is renowned
for its massive castle. Arrive in Kilkenny and celebrate Mass in a local church. Afterward have lunch in Lanigans Legends
Hurling Bar, regarded as Irelands only Hurling Bar Museum. It is
dedicated to the game of hurling, a Gaelic sport heralded as the
world’s fastest field team game.
Tour the massive Kilkenny Castle, home of the Butlers, Earls and
Dukes of Ormonde, who held power over the region for centuries.The
castle estate boasts both formal and informal gardens, which
overlooks the Nore River. The castle was first built in 1192 and you
will learn about the region as you see wonderful paintings and
furniture.
Depart Kilkenny and continue to Waterford and check into your hotel.
You may wich to relax or freshen up before dining on your own and
then check out some of the nearby pubs and listen to traditional
music. (B & L)
OVERNIGHT: Towers Hotel and Leisure Centre, Waterford
2020 Jubilee Celebration in Ireland
Itinerary
May 28 - Thursday Waterford | Monsignor Joe's Jubilee Celebration
Today, take a short walking tour through the older sections of Waterford with a local guide. Walk along Merchant's Quay
where ships docked in former times and see the Clock Tower. Pass Reginald's Tower, City Hall, Theatre Royal and many other
places. Then you can visit either House of Waterford Crystal or Waterford Treasures before enjoying some time on your own.
Late this afternoon, depart Waterford and travel along the south coast to Stradbally, Monsignor Joe’s hometown. Monsignor
Joe will celebrate Mass today on the 25th anniversary of his ordination. Afterward gather in a local establishment for a
celebration reception. Return to your hotel in Waterford after a lively evening in Stradbally. (B & D)
OVERNIGHT: Towers Hotel and Leisure Centre, Waterford
May 29 - Friday Glendalough | Train Ride in Irish Countryside
This morning travel through the scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the way
to Glendalough, one of Ireland’s most beautiful destinations. There you’ll
explore the remains of one of the most important monastic sites in Ireland,
Glendalough, founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. View the picturesque
ruins of a round tower, churches, and Celtic crosses. We'll celebrate Mass at the
nearby parish named after St. Kevin, then go to a local restaurant for lunch.
Then motor a short distance to Dublin, where we will board the train for a ride
to Belfast. See Ireland from a different perspective. Enjoy the pleasure of a
comfortable train ride, where you can sit back, relax and enjoy the ever
changing scenery of the Irish countryside unfold. When you arrive in the Belfast
station, your motorcoach is waiting to take you to your city center hotel. Check
into your hotel and settle into your room. You may wish to relax or freshen up
before dinner with your group in the hotel. (B, L & D)
OVERNIGHT: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast
May 30 - Saturday Glens of Antrim | Giant's Causeway
Drive north along the Glens of Antrim, one of Ireland’s popular scenic
routes to discover lovely views of mountains, valleys, and coastline. This
area is where many scenes from “Game of Thrones” were filmed. Visit The
Causeway Coast Discovery Centre for a turf-cutting demonstration.
Visit the natural wonder that is Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World
Heritage site. This impressive area of hexagonal columns was formed more
than 60 million years ago by the slow and even cooling and contraction of
molten lava. The Visitors Centre has some very interesting exhibits and
background on the folklore associated with this incredible site.
Celebrate Mass before returning to Belfast for a free evening to try out
some local restaurants. (B)
OVERNIGHT: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast
May 31 - Sunday St. Patrick's Country
Depart Belfast and follow the Saint Patrick’s Trail to Downpatrick. Arrive in
Downpatrick which is the burial site of Saint Patrick and medieval capital of
County Down. Visit the Saint Patrick Centre, the only exhibition in the
world dedicated to telling the story of Saint Patrick. While here, learn
about his life, work and the founding of many monasteries, which had a
profound influence on Ireland’s development in the early Christian era.
After exploring the Saint Patrick Centre, visit the Medieval Cathedral of
Down: Church of the Holy Trinity and Saint Patrick’s Grave.
2020 Jubilee Celebration in Ireland
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Have lunch at a local venue before continuing on to visit Saul Church, known as the Cradle of Christianity in Ireland, and where
Patrick died on 17 March 461. Then motor a short distance to visit Inch Abbey, a 12th century massive monastic ruin site on
the bank of the River Quoile. Most recently the site has been used as a filming location for the Game of Thrones. Depart
County Down and return to Belfast for a free evening on your final night in Northern Ireland. (B & L)
OVERNIGHT: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast
June 1 - Monday Titanic Belfast | Newgrange
This morning visit Titanic Belfast, a truly remarkable visitor center. Embark
on a journey through the life of the Titanic, from her conception in Belfast
in the early 1900s, through her construction and launch, to her famous
maiden voyage and tragic end. Through state of the art technology, the
exhibitions nine interactive galleries take you back to the sights, sounds
and stories of Titanic as well as the City and people which made her. The
exhibition also explores the discovery of the wreck and has live links to
current marine expeditions.
Depart Belfast and travel south and to Drogheda where you will celebrate
Mass. Continue on to our hotel in Dublin to check in. This evening we
gather together for a festive farewell dinner.. (B & D)
OVERNIGHT: Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
June 2 Tuesday Dublin Walking Tour | Guinness or Jameson
Today, take an orientation drive around Dublin city center. Dublin is one of the liveliest capitals in Europe but there are plenty
of historical places also. See the main thoroughfares of O’Connell Street and Nassau Street, the shopping streets and some
lovely public parks.
The remainder of the day and evening is at leisure. Included in your tour is a
voucher for your choice of two classic Dublin experiences: Guinness Storehouse
or the Old Jameson Distillery. Pick your favorite and enjoy a visit with a taste.
Visit the Guinness Storehouse to see exhibits on how this world-famous stout
was first created and why it is so popular today. Finish your visit in the roof-top
‘Gravity Bar’ featuring 360 degree views overlooking Dublin, where you can
sample a draft Guinness and enjoy the view of the city. Or, you might want to
tour the Old Jameson Distillery where you can learn about distillation processes
for this “water of life”. Displays explain how barley and water are combined,
distilled, aged and bottled and at the end of the tour enjoy a sample.
In the evening, you can dine at one of the many traditional or modern dinner
venues located within the city. (B)
OVERNIGHT: Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
June 3 - Wednesday Glasnevin | Farewell Dinner
After breakfast you will transfer to the Dublin Airport for return flight home to Atlanta
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