Itinerary for: Irish Wonder 2012 (IRWO)

Day 1 : ARRIVE DUBLIN - SIGHTSEEING

Welcome to Dublin! Relax after check-in. Later, your expert Local Guide takes you on a sightseeing tour, which includes views of Dublin Castle, Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral and Phoenix Park. It’s a great introduction to your Irish journey!

Accommodation : Jurys Inn Parnell St. (Moderate First Class)

Day 2 : DUBLIN - KNOCK - SLIGO (2 NIGHTS)

View the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey at Boyle, dating back to the 12th century. Visit Knock in County Mayo, a pilgrimage town where the Virgin Mary appeared to villagers in 1879. Dine tonight at your hotel in Sligo.(Full Breakfast / Dinner)

Accommodation : Sligo Southern (First Class)

Day 3 : NORTHERN IRELAND AND DONEGAL EXCURSION

Follow the beautiful Donegal coast via Yeats' country to Bundoran and cross into Northern Ireland. Explore the Belleek Pottery Centre, then journey to the shores of Lough Erne and the town of Enniskillen.(Full Breakfast)

Day 4 : SLIGO - CONNEMARA - GALWAY - LIMERICK (2 NIGHTS)

Head west via Westport to the beautiful region of Connemara. Continue via Galway to Limerick, the setting for the film 'Angela's Ashes'. Here your orientation tour includes views of St. Mary's Cathedral and King John's Castle. Time tonight to try out the local restaurants.(Full Breakfast)

Accommodation : Jurys Inn Limerick (First Class)

Day 5 : LIMERICK - CLIFFS OF MOHER

This morning drive to the western coast and the magnificent Cliffs of Moher, with time to visit the 'Atlantic Edge' exhibition. Return to Limerick for free time exploring on your own or perhaps join an optional excursion to Bunratty Folk Park.(Full Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 6 : LIMERICK - KILLARNEY - TRALEE

Visit Killarney and its surrounding lakes. Take a scenic drive across the Macgillycuddy Reeks and around the Ring of Kerry, a mystical and unspoilt region of Ireland, famous for its spectacular landscape and rugged Atlantic coastline.(Full Breakfast / Dinner)

Accommodation : Benners (Moderate First Class)

Day 7 : TRALEE - DUBLIN

Explore Blarney Castle - kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire the ‘gift of the gab’! Arrive later in the capital, Dublin, for the final night of your holiday.(Full Breakfast)

Accommodation : Jurys Inn Parnell St (Moderate First Class)

Day 8 : DEPART DUBLIN

Say farewell to your Travel Director and newfound friends as your memorable holiday in the Emerald Isle comes to an end.(Full Breakfast)