Gems of Ireland 2025
April 26 thru May 9, 2025

• 12 Nts Deluxe 4-Star Hotels
• Daily Breakfast & 7 Dinners
• Visit Dublin, Cork, Cliffs of Mohr, Killarney, 
  Dingle, Galway & more...
• 2 Nights in a Castle! Cabra Castle
• Fran’s Cocktail Parties most evenings! 
• Includes tips for Driver/Guide

Deposit of $300 per person refundable until Jan 10, 2025

Single rooms not available on this tour

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$3,199* Land Only

Hosted by Fran!

 
 Cabra Castle

Itinerary (Subject to Change)

Day 1: April 26: USA / Dublin: Depart today on Overnight transatlantic flight to Dublin, Ireland.

Day 2: April 27: Upon arrival you will shuttle to the hotel for a rest and overnight.
Hotel: Crown Plaza Airport Hotel, Breakfast.

Day 3: April 28: After Breakfast, we will check out and head to the city center of
Dublin to enjoy a driving tour of St. Patrick’s, Phoenix Park, Georgian Doors, and much more  You will have time for lunch and then we will drive through the magnificent scenery to Cork. Cork is Ireland’s second largest city set on the River Lee, which divides into two branches through the city center. In the city center you may like to join the busy shoppers along McCurtain and Patrick Streets, known for its trendy restaurants and shops of all types. 
Hotel: River Lee, Breakfast & Dinner.

Day 4: April 29: We will drive just a few miles to Blarney where you will have time to kiss the famed "stone of eloquence." Also visit the Blarney Woolen Mills, which have an excellent range of Irish products. The shopping capital of Ireland! Lunch on your own and then return to the hotel and time to explore Cork city on your own.
Hotel: River Lee, Breakfast & Dinner.

Day 5: April 30: This morning we will drive a short distance to the east of Cork to Cobh, the harbor town for large ships. Visit the Cobh Heritage Centre, which depicts the varied history of emigration from Ireland and many European countries to the United States over the past 150 years. Cobh was the last port of call for the "Titanic" and many liners that carried emigrants to the New World. This informative display is housed in the rail station through which all of the Irish emigrants had to pass. Next we will proceed to Kinsale, a popular yachting center and an attractive town with brightly painted houses and flowers. In the center see the Old Courthouse, now a regional museum. Kinsale is renowned as a gourmet capital and the town abounds with excellent restaurants and cafes, mostly located on Main Street. Time for lunch and then return to Cork. 
Hotel: River Lee, Breakfast & Dinner.

Day 6: May 1: After breakfast; we will checkout and depart for Killarney, making a stop in the historical town of Macroom, it has a turbulent but fascinating history – this area was hit extremely hard during the Irish famine in the 19th century and was caught up in fierce battles from the War of Independence and Civil War to the Battle of Macroom (1650 AD) and historic clan warfare. We will continue on to Killarney and check into the hotel, which is on the main street of town. You will have the afternoon at leisure.
Hotel: Killarney Plaza, Breakfast & Dinner.

Day 7: May 2: After breakfast we will drive out to the town of Dingle and on to Slae Head at the western tip of the peninsula. This excursion will give you breathtaking views of the mountains and coastline all along the peninsula. See the early settlement of the monks stone houses. Time for lunch in Dingle. Return to Killarney for time on your own. 
Hotel: Killarney Plaza Hotel, Breakfast.

Day 8: May 3: After breakfast we will go to Kenmare and return via the Lakes of Killarney.  Afternoon at leisure with time to stroll around Killarney, maybe visit the impressive St. Mary’s Cathedral near our hotel. 
Hotel: Killarney Plaza, Breakfast & Dinner.

Day 9: May 4: After breakfast we will leave Killarney and board a ferry to cross the River Shannon from Tarbert. Then we will stop for lunch in Lahinch and continue on to visit the Cliffs of Mohr. After sightseeing and photos we will drive to Galway and check into our hotel for the next two nights. Dinner on your own. 
Hotel: The Park House, Breakfast

Day 10: May 5: After breakfast, we will have a city tour of Galway including the highlights of the city with a stop at the famous Cathedral of Galway and a picture stop on Galway Bay. You will have the afternoon to enjoy the city restaurants and shops. Our hotel is a half block from the famous Eyre Square in the center of town. Dinner is on your own. 
Hotel: The Park Hotel, Breakfast.

Day 11: May 6: After a hearty Irish breakfast, we will have leisure time in the morning before we depart for our two night stay in Cabra Castle in Kingscourt. Situated on lovely grounds, this converted castle has been extensively refurbished. Warm yourself with an Irish coffee in the lovely "old world" bar or intimate lounge by the inviting open fire. Enjoy dinner in the splendid restaurant with its unique collection of beautiful antiques and paintings.
Hotel: Cabra Castle, Breakfast & Dinner.

Day 12: May 7:  We have a whole day of leisure to explore the surrounding area.
Hotel: Cabra Castle Hotel, Breakfast & Dinner.

Day 13: May 8:  After breakfast we depart for Dublin. You will have time to spend time in the city on your own.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel, Breakfast.

Day 14: May 9: After breakfast take the hotel shuttle to the airport and RETURN TO THE UNITED STATES: Sadly, today your Irish vacation has come to its final day.

All Sightseeing Subject to Change

*Prices are per person based on double occupancy & minimum of 20 passengers. Single rooms not available. Tour is LAND ONLY, you should arrange your flight to depart from the USA on April 26 arriving in Dublin on April 27, and departing Dublin on May 9, 2025.