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Ireland through the Ages
Sept 5th—Sept 15th 2020/11 days
DAY 1 & 2 : Seattle to Ireland
The fun begins as you board your flight bound for Dublin, Ireland. Upon arrival, transfer to your
hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure. This evening, enjoy a welcome reception and orienta-
tion with your tour manager.
Meals: In-flight meals
DAY 3 : Brú na Boinne—Tullamore Dew—Galway
Visit Brú na Bóinne, a prehistoric burial site 1000 years older than the pyra-
mids, after marveling at the enigmatic burial tombs we will depart for Tulla-
more. The home of Tullamore Dew whiskey, we are going to tour the distillery
and try a wee dram. We head west and explore the rich gaelic culture of Con-
nemara on our way to Galway, called “The City of the Tribes” for its merchant
history. Plenty of great pubs and music in town.
Meals Included : Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4 : Aran Islands—
Clifden
We travel in the morning to Inis Mór the largest of the Aran Islands,
the most westerly part of Ireland and a Gaelthact where Irish is spoken
by many of the local people. We will tour Inis Mór by private minivan
taking in the spectacular Dun Aengus, a large iron age fort, and the
local history. In the afternoon we will return to the mainland and drive
to the scenic town of Clifden in Connemara. Dinner is on your own
tonight but there are many options of great pubs and restaurants to
choose from in this charming town.
Meals Included : Breakfast
DAY 5 : Kylemore Abbey—Bunratty Folk Park—Medieval Castle Feast
Today we will explore Connemara National Park and we will visit the spectacular Kylemore Abbey, The scenery today
is spectacular, admire the lakes, mountains, and calm shades of green for which Ireland is renowned. We will drive south
from Galway Bay through the rugged plateau known as the Burren to Bunratty, where the village and folk park will give
you great insight into life in Ireland around the turn of the 20th century. Tonight we will have a feast in the medieval cas-
tle itself like lords and ladies !
Meals included : Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6 : Iveagh Peninsula—Dingle
We will travel around the beautiful Dingle peninsula to visit early mo-
nastic sites and experience the wildness of Ireland away from the
crowds and soak in the magnificent views. This afternoon you will
have free time for you to explore Dingle town, famous for Irish music
and language.
Meals included : Breakfast
DAY 7 : Muckross House—Blarney castle—Kinsale
We will venture to Killarney National Park and tour the Georgian Muckross
House, this Tudor style house will give you an insight into the Anglo-Irish
aristocracy in Ireland. After lunch will all get a chance to kiss the Blarney
Stone on the way to the picturesque town of Kinsale, the gourmet capital of
Ireland. We’ll have dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals Included : Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8 : Kilkenny Walking Tour—Kilkenny Castle
We will take a walking tour of the medieval city of Kilkenny with a lo-
cal guide and tour the expansive castle, the home of the Norman Butlers
of Ormande for over 500 years. Kilkenny Castle is one of the best pre-
served and longest inhabited castles in the country. We will spend the
night in this historic city , with its winding cobbled streets to explore.
Meals Included : Breakfast
DAY 9 : Glendalough—Kilmainham Gaol—Dublin literary pub crawl
We will explore the monastic ruins of Glendalough a large settlement with a
round tower, founded by St Kevin. From there we step into modern Ireland
as we return to Dublin and visit Kilmainham Gaol now a museum that co-
vers the 1916 rising. After settling into our hotel we will go on a tour of
Dublin pubs to explore the literary heritage of Dublin.
Meals Included : Breakfast
DAY 10 : Dublin walking tour—Book of Kells—Guinness Storehouse—Irish Dance Show
Today we will explore the city of Dublin with a walking tour of the city and a visit to see the Book of Kells a decorat-
ed manuscript from 800 A.D. preserved in Trinity College. After lunch we will head to the Guinness Storehouse for a
tour and taste of the black stuff. In the evening we will go to a fantastic show with Irish music and dancing.
Meals Included : Breakfast, Dinner and Dance Show
DAY 11 : Fly Dublin—Seattle
Today we transfer to Dublin airport for our flight home to Seattle. We will leave the Emerald Isle for the Emerald
city.
Ireland through the Ages
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Round Trip Home Pick-up
• Round Trip Airfare
Price •
•
11 Day First Class Escorted Vacation
14 MEALS: All 10 Breakfasts (B), 1 Lunch (S), 3
Dinner (D)
$3199 pp •
•
Brú na Bóinne
Whiskey Tasting
• Aran Islands
/double occupancy
• Kylemore Abbey
•
$1299 Single supplement •
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
Castle Feast
• Walking tour of Kilkenny
• Glendalough
• Kilmainham Jail
• Pub crawl of Dublin pubs
CANCELLATION POLICY
• Walking tour of Dublin
More than 75 days prior to the trip departure: • Guinness Storehouse
• Irish Dance Show
Full Refund
• Deluxe Motorcoach with Restroom
74-61 days prior to the trip departure: • Operated by an Alki Travel Partner
• Tour Manager, & Round Trip Airport Transfer
75% Refund
60-41 days prior to departure:
50% Refund
REGISTRATION
40-31 days or few prior to departure :
To register, contact Alki Tours at (206)935-6848 or
25 % Refund
1(800)895-2554
30 Days prior to departure:
You may also register on our web site at www.alkitours.com
NO REFUND
A deposit of $500.00 per person is due within 14 days of book-
ing to confirm your reservation. Full payment is due 90 days
prior to the trip’s departure.
Please make checks payable to: Alki Tours, 6417A Fauntleroy
Way SW, Seattle WA 98136
Travel Insurance
Information regarding a variety of travel insurance policies are available upon request. We recommend that sufficient
insurance be purchased to cover the possibility of lost or damaged baggage, accidents or illness.
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