Shamrocker Adventures 2020/21 Australian Dollars (AUD)

2020/2021 BRAW TOURS OF SCOTLAND

(AUS) 1300 287 226 WWW.SHAMROCKERADVENTURES.COM CUSTOMERS@SHAMROCKERADVENTURES.COM OZAGENTS@SHAMROCKERADVENTURES.COM

shamrockeradventures.com

| 1

AN

N A F #

#FA 2

T S A T A T

N

TA

N A F # C N TI A F # C I T S A

AST

Award-Winning Irish Tours

04

About Us

06

What’s the Craic?

Ceol - Music Rince - Dance Amhrán - Song Inis Scéalta - Stories Cainte - Gossip

08 10 12 14 16 18

Our Fan-feckin-tastic Guides

20

3 - 7 Day Tours 7 Day All Ireland Rocker 5 Day Celtic Rocker 5 Day Giant’s Rocker 3 Day Western Rocker 3 Day Southern Rocker

22 24 26 28 30

Our Fan-feckin-tastic Passengers

32

St Patrick’s Day St Pat’s All Ireland St Pat’s Party

34 36 37

TTC Sustainability

38

The Wee Print

39

Shamrocker Adventures Travel House, 35 Grafton Street Bondi Junction, NSW 2022 (AUS) 1300 287 226 www.shamrockeradventures.com customers@shamrockeradventures.com ozagents@shamrockeradventures.com Shamrocker Adventures is a member of the family-owned The Travel Corporation (TTC) and is renowned and trusted for its outstanding quality, service, value, reliability and financial stability.

Shamrocker Adventures are represented in Australia by Contiki Holidays (Aust) Pty Ltd 18 002 523 340. Please note: all prices are quoted in AU Dollars.

We’re sitting on top of the world.

Not even joking. Our passengers have spoken, and we’ve been crowned the no. 1 multi day tour experience in the world!

We’ve shot to overnight fame. Do ye know how that feels?

Okay, hold on…

We’ve all gone a bit crazy. Freestyle Irish dancing and uncomfortably long hugs all around. It’s been totally emotional. Like an embarrassing acceptance speech at the Oscars. Smiling through the tears, saying ‘tanks a million’ over and over.

Our new celebrity status won’t change us. We’ll be keeping it real and having ‘the craic’. We’ll just casually ask anyone who will listen...

Let’s be serious for as little time as possible. We love what we do, and this epic award means so much. Knowing that our passengers love us too, is worth more to us than all the Guinness in Ireland...

4

Could we maybe have both?

DO YOU KNOW WE’RE NO.1 IN THE WORLD?!

@jackienoronha

shamrockeradventures.com

| 5

IS NOWHERE THERE

@readysetjetset 6

QUITE LIKE

IRELAND OUR EMERALD LANDSCAPES WILL BLOW YOUR MIND AND CAPTURE YOUR HEART.

Come with us on a journey spanning rolling green hills, dramatic coastlines and ancient monuments of the North and South. Our unmissable highlights include Blarney Castle, Galway, The Cliffs of Moher and The Giant’s Causeway.

North of the wall, we enter the ‘Home of Thrones’ where we follow the threeeyed raven across epic landscapes to the heart of the Seven Kingdoms.

Conquer the Iron Islands and wander through the “Dark Hedges”.

After action-packed days roaming the magnificent Irish countryside, we congregate in the cultural centre of Ireland… the pub. Experience our world-famous cheeky charm and infectious laughter in the most authentic way possible. Our Irish adventures are shamelessly good fun.

From the moment you arrive ‘the craic’ will flow as freely as Guinness, and we’ll have you laughing quicker than you can say “tanks a million”.

@pleasestampmypassport

@alyssmichellee

@glographics

@caitlinjay_ shamrockeradventures.com

| 7

CRA WHAT’S THE

C R A I C

8

AIC? @thisisleonpower

Official definition of ‘craic’: enjoyable time spent with other people, especially when the conversation is entertaining and funny.

“What’s the craic?” = “How are you?” or “What’s happening?”

Our definition: ‘the craic’ is all about the good times, jammed into one awesomely Irish package. Experience the best of Ireland, laugh ‘till you can’t breathe, and make new friends from all over the world.

That’s our tours in a nutshell.

shamrockeradventures.com

| 9

CEOL

MUSIC @thisisleonpower 10

THE CRAIC AND MUSIC ARE LIKE THE CHICKEN TO THE EGG.

WHICH CAME FIRST? Music is a fundamental part of Irish culture. Our tours are buzzing with live music and our guides know the best bars with traditional tunes at every stop. Whether it’s an Irishman on a fiddle or a leprechaun on his whistle, music is the best way to get the craic started.

WE’RE HAVING TOO MUCH FUN TO

CRAIC THAT ONE!

shamrockeradventures.com

| 11

RINCE @thisisleonpower

12

AND

THE MORE YOU CARE, THE LESS YOU ROCK. SO DANCE LIKE NOBODY’S WATCHING…

EVERYONE

WILL!

We love to dance. Whether it’s a reel, a jig, or a St Paddy’s twerkoff, we’ve been there, done that. Give us modern music or traditional tunes - we’ll bust our best moves either way. On our epic Irish tours, there’s always a place for you to strut your stuff, from bar to bus.

shamrockeradventures.com

| 13

AMHRÁN THERE’S AN IRISH SONG FOR EVERY OCCASION THE SAD ONES WILL MAKE YOU LAUGH THE HAPPY ONES WILL MAKE YOU CRY. EITHER WAY, IT ALL..

FEELS GOOD!

@theglasspassage 14

Ireland has been through a lot, and we all need a song or two to get us through the tough times.

Irish people sing their emerald hearts out, and tug at the strings on yours. These special songs will stay with you forever.

shamrockeradventures.com

| 15

@thisisleonpower

16

@storytravelers

IF STORIES ARE THE TRUE CURRENCY OF HUMANITY, OUR LEPRECHAUNS, GIANTS AND FAIRIES MUST MAKE US THE RICHEST PEOPLE…

We love a good yarn. Few places have a tradition as rich in storytelling as Ireland. There are many to hear, and they get better (and more believable) with every sip of Guinness.

@theglasspassage

shamrockeradventures.com

| 17

CAINTE

18

E WE LOVE A GOSSIP. AFTER ALL, LIFE’S TOO SHORT TO TAKE SERIOUSLY. Who can resist a grand old gossip?

@thisisleonpower

Once the Irish whispers set in, you won’t believe the yarns spun about our poor old Paddy. Either way, what happens on tour stays on tour; you can keep as much or as little of it to yourself as you like.

shamrockeradventures.com

| 19

OUR

IRISH 20

Our 100% Irish guides are the real deal: laugh-a-minute, local legends with superstar storytelling skills. When they spin a yarn, you’ll hang off their every word. They are living proof that kissing the Blarney Stone gives you the eternal gift of the gab! Oh, and a heads up: you’ll probably develop a crush – and that’s okay. Our guides could charm the birds from the trees. Whether it’s their crazy passion, that gorgeous lilt (one of the sexiest accents in the world) or the cheeky twinkle in their eye – you’re guaranteed to leave a piece of your heart in Ireland

Antoinette

Bobby

Gemma

I absolutely adore working for Shamrocker. I get to travel my own wonderful country, meet amazing people from all over the world, and constantly learn new things for a living.

I love being part of someone’s Irish experience, and I also leave each tour with my own special memories. I have hundreds of photos on my phone from my adventures on tour – and I treasure them! When I meet the other guides for pints after work, we spend most of the time reminiscing on our tours; sharing facts, funny moments, and our versions of myths and legends. Proof that we’re so passionate about what we do.

I’ve worked as a tarmac repair man, a sandwich maker and a dishwasher – but I’ve definitely found my calling as a Shamrocker guide. I’ve always loved working with people, and now I get to visit some amazing places at the same time; Inis Mór and Derry are my favourite stops on tour. I’ve learned all about my country – and some Aussie passengers taught me how to ‘scuba’ my drink. For my initiation when I became a guide, I had to sing Kokomo by the Beach Boys for all my passengers in Derry, and I pride myself on having goofier dance moves than anyone’s Dad.

I got my first taster of tour life on my travels through South East Asia, so I decided to continue my travels by becoming a guide myself. I grew up at the foot of the Dublin Mountains, and I love sharing the music, culture, folklore and history of my country. The Irish are known for being epic storytellers, with myths and superstitions which have been passed down through generations – I am lucky to share this tradition with visitors from all over the world. There’s nothing like watching a live band, or exploring the Gaelic speaking island of Inis Mór; one of the most authentic experiences you can have in Ireland!

Will

Kevin

Emma

The best thing about being a tour guide is getting to talk to people from all over the world. Ireland is full of beautiful landscapes, and I feel proud showing it all off to my passengers. My favourite tour stop is Blarney Castle; there’s so much to explore and I always find new places each time I visit. I don’t need to kiss the Blarney Stone – apparently, I already have the Irish gift of the gab!

Being a tour guide is a job that I am enjoying immensely. How many people can honestly say that? I love life on the road, and the various characters I get to meet along the way. Everyone has their own story to tell, which is what Ireland is renowned for. My favourite place on tour would have to be Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands; it’s like a home away from home.

When I’m cycling along the coastal route, experiencing the views from Dun Aengus, and spotting seals – there’s nowhere I’d rather be. Also, the Guinness over there is top notch!

I’m an Irish gal through and through.

The things I love the most about my job are showing off the beauty of my country, while retelling the old tales and keeping our culture alive! To learn is to live, and I love imparting my knowledge to all those who listen! I get to do this and meet people from all over the world at the same time.

My favourite place in Ireland has to be the diverse gardens of Blarney Castle, where I can watch the wildlife and soak in the mythical Irish beauty.

shamrockeradventures.com

| 21

7 DAY TOUR

ALL IRELAND

@readysetjetset

22

AMAZING GIANT’S CAUSEWAY MIGHTY CLIFFS OF MOHER ENNIS – THE HUB OF IRISH MUSIC 7 DAYS FROM $1049PP @readysetjetset

Our ultimate Irish adventure! Traditional music, stunning scenery, ancient monuments and vibrant towns, plus great craic on the road and at night for seven action-packed and fun-filled days!

DAY 1 | DUBLIN

BALLINTOY

We head north to explore Belfast and its political murals on a Black Cab Tour, with time to grab some local produce from the many Belfast eateries then on to the ‘Dark Hedges’ seen in Game of Thrones as the Kingsroad. We’ll spend the night in Ballintoy, where you have the chance to cross the Atlantic over the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

DAY 2 | BALLINTOY

DERRY

Follow in the footsteps of giants on the eighth natural wonder of the world, the Giant’s Causeway. Created by giant or geology? You decide! We overnight in the medieval city of Derry where you get faceto-face with its troubled history, both past and present, on an award-winning walking tour. (B) DAY 3 | DERRY

GALWAY

We cross back into the Republic to explore the wild and rugged mountains of Connemara before stopping for lunch in the charming town of Westport. Vibrant Galway, Ireland’s cultural capital with its many pubs and live music is our home for the next two nights. (B)

NEED TO KNOW

DAY 4 | INIS MÓR Travel back in time as we cross the Atlantic to Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands.

Hire a bike or a horse and cart and spend the day exploring this ancient, Gaelicspeaking island. A truly unique experience! (B) DAY 5 | GALWAY

ENNIS

We make our way through the lunar landscape of the Burren and on to the Cliffs of Moher, rising hundreds of feet over the Atlantic Ocean. We overnight in Ennis, where the pubs are filled with locals playing Irish music. (B) DAY 6 | ENNIS

KILLARNEY

We take the stunning Slea Head drive on the dramatic Dingle Peninsula, full of breath-taking scenery and fresh Irish air.

Hear about the adventures of warriors and heroes before we make our way to the party town of Killarney. (B) DAY 7 | KILLARNEY

DUBLIN

We enter the rebel County of Cork and head to Blarney Castle. It’s time to get the ‘gift of the gab’ and kiss the famous stone! Take in the ancient seat of Kings of Munster, the Rock of Cashel before we arrive back to Dublin. (B)

THE DARK HEDGES @noelmaree

Dating back to the eighteenth century, the beautiful avenue of beech trees was planted by the Stuart family to impress visitors as they approached their home, Gracehill House. Two centuries later, and with the help of Game of Thrones, they still impress today and are better known as ‘The Dark Hedges’.

Your fan-feckin-tastic Irish Guide 6 nights hostel multi-share accommodation 6 breakfasts All transport around the Emerald Isle Cliffs of Moher entry The Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre entry Inis Mór ferry and transfer All highlights bolded in itinerary FR EE T IME Chill out or join an optional activity Add at the time of booking Blarney Castle entry from $29 Award-winning Derry Walking Tour from $9 Black Cab Tour of Belfast from $29 ACCO MMO DAT IO N UPG RA D E Hostel Private from $309 Twin room with shared bathroom (min 2 persons) + all inclusions detailed above (B: Breakfast)

DEPARTURE DETAILS DEPART / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 8.30 RETURN / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 17.30 (approx) ADULT $1069 | STUDENT $1049 START FINISH START FINISH START FINISH 04 Apr 11 Apr 18 Apr 25 Apr 02 May 09 May 16 May 18 May 23 May 25 May 30 May 01 Jun 06 Jun 08 Jun 13 Jun 15 Jun

10 Apr 20 Jun 26 Jun 17 Apr 22 Jun 28 Jun 24 Apr 27 Jun 03 Jul 01 May 29 Jun 05 Jul 08 May 04 Jul 10 Jul 15 May 06 Jul 12 Jul 22 May 11 Jul 17 Jul 24 May 13 Jul 19 Jul 29 May 18 Jul 24 Jul 31 May 20 Jul 26 Jul 05 Jun 25 Jul 31 Jul 07 Jun 27 Jul 02 Aug 12 Jun 01 Aug 07 Aug 14 Jun 03 Aug 09 Aug 19 Jun 08 Aug 14 Aug 21 Jun 10 Aug 16 Aug

15 Aug 17 Aug 22 Aug 24 Aug 29 Aug 31 Aug 05 Sep 12 Sep 19 Sep 26 Sep 03 Oct 10 Oct 17 Oct 24 Oct

shamrockeradventures.com

21 Aug 23 Aug 28 Aug 30 Aug 04 Sep 06 Sep 11 Sep 18 Sep 25 Sep 02 Oct 09 Oct 16 Oct 23 Oct 30 Oct

| 23

5 DAY TOUR

CELTIC

@katelynhawkinss

24

GAELIC-SPEAKING ISLAND OF INIS MÓR STUNNING SLEA HEAD DRIVE AND DINGLE PENINSULA MIGHTY CLIFFS OF MOHER 5 DAYS FROM $815PP

@katelynhawkinss

Explore forty shades of green and discover what great craic

NEED TO KNOW

is on this Emerald Isle adventure. Brace yourself for incredible landscapes, mountains and castles – followed by lively nights

Your fan-feckin-tastic Irish Guide

in local Irish pubs, with traditional live music and a pint of the

4 breakfasts

black stuff in hand.

Cliffs of Moher entry

4 nights hostel multi-share accommodation All transport around the Emerald Isle Orientation walking tour of Galway Inis Mór ferry and transfer (mid-Apr to Oct)

DAY 1 | DUBLIN

GALWAY

DAY 4 | ENNIS

We leave Dublin and head to Tullamore Dew Whiskey Distillery to get a real taste of Ireland before travelling across the peat bogs and further west to the bustling university town of Galway.

DAY 2 | INIS MÓR/CONNEMARA Ferry aross the Atlantic to Inis Mór for a day to remember. Hire a horse and cart or rent a bike and head back in time and explore this Gaelic-speaking island. From November to mid-April we spend the day exploring the legendary scenery of Connemara. (B) DAY 3 | GALWAY

KILLARNEY

We travel the stunning Slea Head Drive on the dramatic Dingle Peninsula; breathtaking scenery, fresh Irish air and the adventures of warriors and heroes. After lunch why not head to Murphys, an artisan ice cream company in Dingle for the best ice cream ever! We head to the party town of Killarney for a night at a Kerry ‘dishco’. (B)

Explore the lunar landscape of the Burren and visit ancient burial tombs before stopping at the surfing town of Lahinch.

Then on to the Cliffs of Moher rising hundreds of feet over the Atlantic Ocean.

Overnight in Ennis, where the pubs are filled with locals playing Irish music. (B)

Blarney Castle entry from $29 Tullamore Whiskey Distillery Museum from $19 ACCO MMO DAT IO N UPG RA D E Hostel Private from $195pp Twin room with shared bathroom (min 2 persons) + all inclusions detailed above

DEPARTURE DETAILS @thatcreativekid

DUBLIN

We enter the rebel County of Cork and on to Blarney Castle, time to get the ‘gift of the gab’ and kiss the famous stone. We take in the inspiring Rock of Cashel, the ancient seat of Kings of Munster, before arriving back to Dublin. (B)

CLIFFS OF MOHER @em.fitnfab

Chill out or join an optional activity Add at the time of booking

(B: Breakfast)

DAY 5 | KILLARNEY

ENNIS

All highlights bolded in itinerary FR EE T IME

The Cliffs of Moher are deservedly one of the most visited sites in Ireland. With a sheer drop of over 200 metres to the crashing Atlantic waves below, they offer stunning views of the spectacular coastline.

As one of Ireland’s top visitor attractions, we’ve included entrance to the award winning Visitor Centre in all our trips.

DEPART / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 8.30 RETURN / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 17.30 (approx) ADULT $835 | STUDENT $815 START FINISH START FINISH START FINISH 06 Jan 20 Jan 10 Feb 24 Feb 23 Mar 06 Apr 13 Apr 20 Apr 27 Apr 04 May 11 May 18 May 20 May 25 May 27 May 01 Jun 03 Jun 08 Jun 10 Jun 15 Jun

10 Jan 17 Jun 21 Jun 24 Jan 22 Jun 26 Jun 14 Feb 24 Jun 28 Jun 28 Feb 29 Jun 03 Jul 27 Mar 1 Jul 05 Jul 10 Apr 6 Jul 10 Jul 17 Apr 8 Jul 12 Jul 24 Apr 13 Jul 17 Jul 01 May 15 Jul 19 Jul 08 May 20 Jul 24 Jul 15 May 22 Jul 26 Jul 22 May 27 Jul 31 Jul 24 May 29 Jul 02 Aug 29 May 03 Aug 07 Aug 31 May 05 Aug 09 Aug 05 Jun 10 Aug 14 Aug 07 Jun 12 Aug 16 Aug 12 Jun 17 Aug 21 Aug 14 Jun 19 Aug 23 Aug 19 Jun 24 Aug 28 Aug

26 Aug 31 Aug 02 Sep 07 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Sep 05 Oct 12 Oct 19 Oct 26 Oct 02 Nov 09 Nov 16 Nov 30 Nov 04 Jan* 18 Jan* 14 Feb* 01 Mar* 29 Mar*

30 Aug 04 Sep 06 Sep 11 Sep 18 Sep 25 Sep 02 Oct 09 Oct 16 Oct 23 Oct 30 Oct 06 Nov 13 Nov 20 Nov 04 Dec 08 Jan* 22 Jan* 18 Feb* 05 Mar* 02 Apr*

*2021 Dates

shamrockeradventures.com

| 25

5 DAY TOUR

GIANT’S

@torimcarthur 26

5 DAYS FROM $815PP

AMAZING GIANT’S CAUSEWAY GAME OF THRONES FILM LOCATIONS CLIFFS OF MOHER ON THE WILD

ATLANTIC WAY

@jackienoronha

Set your sights on the North of Ireland! Learn about the troubled history of Belfast and Derry on our epic journey, which takes in the mysterious ‘Dark Hedges’ and the stunning Giant’s Causeway. Throw in a Gaelic-speaking island, and this really is a trip to remember!

NEED TO KNOW Your fan-feckin-tastic Irish Guide 4 nights hostel multi-share accommodation 4 breakfasts All transport around the Emerald Isle

DAY 1 | DUBLIN

BALLINTOY

We head north and explore Belfast with its political murals and troubled history on a ‘Black Cab Tour’. Take in the ‘Dark Hedges’ seen in Game of Thrones, before heading to the stunning Antrim coast where you can cross the Atlantic over the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

DAY 4 | INIS MÓR

Cliffs of Moher entry

Take a ferry across the Atlantic to Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands. Hire a bike or a horse and cart and spend the day exploring this ancient Gaelic-speaking island or get chatting with the locals over a pint in a pub. (B)

The Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre entry

DUBLIN

Travel through the lunar-like landscape of the Burren, famous for fairy stories and leprechauns. We head to the epic Cliffs of Moher, looming over the Atlantic Ocean before we head back to Dublin. (B) @pleasestampmypassport

DAY 2 | BALLINTOY

DAY 3 | DERRY

GALWAY

Chill out or join an optional activity Add at the time of booking Award-winning Derry Walking Tour $9 ACCO MMO DAT IO N UPG RA D E Hostel Private from $195pp Twin room with shared bathroom (min 2 persons) + all inclusions detailed above B: Breakfast)

DEPARTURE DETAILS DEPART / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 8.30 RETURN / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 17.30 (approx)

DERRY

We cross the border back into the Republic and travel through the wild and rugged landscape of Connemara. The buzzing university town of Galway is our home for the next two nights, where you have time to explore the vibrant city streets with its many buskers. Check out Dough Bro for epic pizza, a guide fav! (B)

All highlights bolded in itinerary FR EE T IME

Black Cab Tour of Belfast from $29

DAY 5 | GALWAY

Follow in the footsteps of giants at the Giant’s Causeway, created by giant or geology? You decide! Then on to the medieval city of Derry, where an awardwinning walking tour led by a local guide brings you face to face with its troubled history, both past and present. (B)

Inis Mór ferry and transfer

ADULT $835 | STUDENT $815

@pleasestampmypassport

GIANT’S CAUSEWAY A place of legend not to be missed.

Where else in the world can you see 40,000 stone hexagons left over from a fight between two giants? A UNESCO World Heritage Site, no trip to Northern Ireland is complete without stepping in the giant’s footsteps.

START FINISH START FINISH START FINISH 02 May 09 May 16 May 18 May 23 May 25 May 30 May 01 Jun 06 Jun 08 Jun 13 Jun 15 Jun 20 Jun

06 May 22 Jun 26 Jun 13 May 27 Jun 01 Jul 20 May 29 Jun 03 Jul 22 May 04 Jul 08 Jul 27 May 06 Jul 10 Jul 29 May 11 Jul 15 Jul 03 Jun 13 Jul 17 Jul 05 Jun 18 Jul 22 Jul 10 Jun 20 Jul 24 Jul 12 Jun 25 Jul 29 Jul 17 Jun 27 Jul 31 Jul 19 Jun 01 Aug 05 Aug 24 Jun 03 Aug 07 Aug

08 Aug 10 Aug 15 Aug 17 Aug 22 Aug 24 Aug 29 Aug 31 Aug 05 Sep 12 Sep 19 Sep

shamrockeradventures.com

12 Aug 14 Aug 19 Aug 21 Aug 26 Aug 28 Aug 02 Sep 04 Sep 09 Sep 16 Sep 23 Sep

| 27

3 DAY TOUR

WESTERN Let us whisk you away on this incredible three day trip through centuries of Irish history and magical scenery. Feel wild on the beautiful island of Inis Mór, gaze over the Atlantic

DAY 1 | DUBLIN

GALWAY

We leave Dublin behind and make our way to Tullamore Whiskey Distillery to get a real taste of Ireland. Across the peat bogs, we continue to Galway, Ireland’s cultural capital where you have time to explore this buzzing city and try the legendary Dough Bro pizza, a guide fav!

DAY 2 | INIS MÓR Travel back in time as you take a ferry across the Atlantic to Inis Mór. Rent a bike or hire a horse and cart to spend the day exploring this ancient Gaelic-speaking island. You will never forget this day full of stunning coastal scenery and fresh Irish air. (B) DAY 3 | GALWAY

DUBLIN

We make our way through the ‘lunar’ landscape of the Burren and on to the mighty Cliffs of Moher looming over the wild Atlantic Ocean. Get your fill of folklore and hear tales of fairies and leprechauns before returning to Dublin. (B) @readysetjetset

NEED TO KNOW Your fan-feckin-tastic Irish Guide 2 nights hostel multi-share accommodation 2 breakfasts All transport around the Emerald Isle

INIS MÓR

Ocean at the mighty Cliffs of Moher and party the night away in vibrant Galway.

@aislingeire

Inis Mór is an island off the west coast of Ireland. It is not big; only 31sq. miles with a population of less than 900, but has a staggering 3,000 miles of stone walls and an awesome Iron Age ring fort that begs to be explored. It retains a strong grasp on the Irish language and traditions and is one of the most welcoming places on Earth. Hire a bike or a horse and cart to explore and prepare to fall in love.

DEPARTURE DETAILS DEPART / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 8.30 RETURN / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 17.30 (approx)

Cliffs of Moher entry Orientation walking tour of Galway

ADULT $459 | STUDENT $445

Inis Mór ferry and transfer All highlights bolded in itinerary FRE E TIM E Chill out or join an optional activity Add at the time of booking Tullamore Whiskey Distillery Museum from $19 ACCOM M O DAT IO N UPG RA D E Hostel Private from $115 Twin room with shared bathroom (min 2 persons) + all inclusions detailed above (B: Breakfast)

28

START FINISH START FINISH START FINISH 04 May 11 May 18 May 20 May 25 May 27 May 01 Jun 03 Jun 08 Jun 10 Jun 15 Jun 17 Jun 22 Jun

06 May 24 Jun 26 Jun 13 May 29 Jun 01 Jul 20 May 01 Jul 03 Jul 22 May 06 Jul 08 Jul 27 May 08 Jul 10 Jul 29 May 13 Jul 15 Jul 03 Jun 15 Jul 17 Jul 05 Jun 20 Jul 22 Jul 10 Jun 22 Jul 24 Jul 12 Jun 27 Jul 29 Jul 17 Jun 29 Jul 31 Jul 19 Jun 03 Aug 05 Aug 24 Jun 05 Aug 07 Aug

10 Aug 12 Aug 17 Aug 19 Aug 24 Aug 26 Aug 31 Aug 02 Sep 07 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep

12 Aug 14 Aug 19 Aug 21 Aug 26 Aug 28 Aug 02 Sep 04 Sep 09 Sep 16 Sep 23 Sep

3 DAYS FROM $445PP

GAELIC-SPEAKING ISLAND OF INIS MÓR CLIFFS OF MOHER ON THE WILD ATLANTIC WAY THE FANTASTIC PUB LIFE IN GALWAY

@laurenahern shamrockeradventures.com

| 29

3 DAY TOUR

SOUTHERN

Short on time but want a massive ďŹ x of Irishness?

This tour should do the trick! Be blown away by the dizzying heights of the Cliffs of Moher, dangle upside down from Blarney Castle and hear tales of fairies and leprechauns.

@alyssmichellee

30

@aislingeire

@emmaevelynlyster

3 DAYS FROM $445PP @stephenbridger

@alyssmichellee

DAY 1 | DUBLIN

MIGHTY CLIFFS OF MOHER EERIE MOON-LIKE LANDSCAPE OF THE BURREN WILD COAST OF THE DINGLE PENINSULA

@alyssmichellee

KILLARNEY

NEED TO KNOW

Travel past the River Liffey on the way to Rock of Cashel, where you awaken your Celtic spirit before a visit to Blarney Castle in the rebel county of Cork. Don’t miss the chance to kiss the famous stone for the ‘gift of the gab’! We stay overnight in the party town of Killarney.

Your fan-feckin-tastic Irish Guide 2 nights hostel multi-share accommodation 2 breakfasts All transport around the Emerald Isle Cliffs of Moher entry All highlights bolded in itinerary

BLARNEY CASTLE

FR EE T IME Chill out or join an optional activity Add at the time of booking Blarney Castle entry from $29 ACCO MMO DAT IO N UPG RA D E Hostel Private from $115pp Twin room with shared bathroom (min 2 persons) + all inclusions detailed above (B: Breakfast)

DEPARTURE DETAILS DAY 2 | KILLARNEY

ENNIS

Go to the edge of the ancient world to explore the wilderness of the dramatic Dingle Peninsula and the stunning West Coast. After lunch why not head to Murphys, an artisan ice cream company in Dingle for the best ice cream ever!

Finish the day in County Clare, listening to traditional Irish music and drinking Guinness in a cosy local pub. (B) Blarney Castle was built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftans, Cormac MacCarthy and is home to the famous Blarney Stone, which is found at the top of the tower. Hang upside down at 11 meters and give the stone a big juicy smacker to get the legendary ‘gift of the gab’. You’ll never again be lost for words!

DAY 3 | ENNIS

DUBLIN

Brave the heights at the stunning Cliffs of Moher before we explore the eerie moonlike landscape of the Burren. Finish off with lunch in colourful Galway, a buzzing university town with many buskers, before returning to Dublin. (B)

DEPART / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 8.30 RETURN / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 17.30 (approx) ADULT $459 | STUDENT $445 START FINISH START FINISH START FINISH 03 Jan 05 Jan 12 Jun 17 Jan 19 Jan 19 Jun 31 Jan 02 Feb 26 Jun 14 Feb 16 Feb 03 Jul 28 Feb 01 Mar 10 Jul 27 Mar 29 Mar 17 Jul 03 Apr 05 Apr 24 Jul 10 Apr 12 Apr 31 Jul 17 Apr 19 Apr 07 Aug 24 Apr 26 Apr 14 Aug 01 May 03 May 21 Aug 08 May 10 May 28 Aug 15 May 17 May 04 Sep 22 May 24 May 11 Sep 29 May 31 May 18 Sep 05 Jun 07 Jun 25 Sep *2021 Dates

14 Jun 21 Jun 28 Jun 05 Jul 12 Jul 19 Jul 26 Jul 02 Aug 09 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 30 Aug 06 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Sep

02 Oct 09 Oct 16 Oct 23 Oct 30 Oct 06 Nov 20 Nov 04 Dec 15 Jan* 29 Jan* 12 Feb* 26 Feb* 05 Mar* 05 Mar*

shamrockeradventures.com

04 Oct 11 Oct 18 Oct 25 Oct 01 Nov 08 Nov 22 Nov 06 Dec 17 Jan* 31 Jan* 14 Feb* 28 Feb* 07 Mar* 07 Mar*

| 31

@em.fitnfab

VERY

A

PROPOSAL SHAMROCKER STYLE! @em.fitnfab

“

Just when I thought our 7 Day Tour couldn’t get any better, I left Ireland with a ring on my finger My partner Danny popped the question on our last night in Dublin, and it was the perfect end to our adventure. Little did I know, this wasn’t how it was supposed to be… Danny had originally planned to propose at the stunning Cliffs of Moher in the sunshine, but he decided against it thanks to our epic Irish hangover!

We blame our legendary tour guide Kevin for showing us such a good time.

Best week EVER!

“

32

We know our tours are

@torimcarthur / Australia

@pleasest a

mpmypa

ssport / D

ubai

fan-feckin-tastic but don’t just take our word for it! See what our passengers have been saying… @caitlinjay__ / Australia Spending a whole week travelling around Ireland and Northern Ireland is one of the most incredible trips that I have ever taken!

@jackienoro

Friends yo u the times make during your travels an you spen t with the d best mem m are the ori you. Here es you can take b ack with ’s to an ep ic week w lovely peo ith these ple!

nha / Austr

alia @emmafin / Canada

Sheep, rolling green hills and breathtaking coastline – Ireland you’ve amazed me so far!

Oh my wow ! What an am azing week been, travel it’s ling around one of the beautiful co most untries in th e w travelling, no orld. I love t only for th e places you see, but also breathtaking for the amaz friends you ing make along the way, Irel you’ve been and, a dream!

a country that It’s time to say goodbye to s the rugged stole my whole heart. I’ll mis stlines, landscapes, magnificent coa of sheep ds her less end ns, tow seaside zing ama the , ntly and, most importa one I’ll always people who made my trip remember. Éirinn go Brách!

shamrockeradventures.com

| 33

ST. PATRI DAY GUINNESS STOREHOUSE It’s not a trip to the Emerald isle without tasting a pint of the black stuff and where better to do this than at the home of Guinness! Through this sevenstorey experience, find out exactly what is involved in making the world’s most iconic stout and then sample it for yourself in the Guinness Storehouse’s very own gravity bar with panoramic views across the city. Sláinte!

34

TEMPLE BAR Located in the heart of Dublin, this vibrant area has the highest density of pubs in Dublin city.

There is no better place to check out the local talent. Enjoy a wander around the cobbled streets, lined with cafes, bars and restaurants and soak up the lively atmosphere as buskers play to their hearts content. Be sure to head into one of the many pubs or bars to enjoy some traditional live Irish music. Grab a pint and prepare to party!

ICK’S ST PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVITIES

The nation’s favourite holiday and everyone’s invited! Head to the heart of the action for this monumental occasion and check out the legendary St Patrick’s Day parade. The parade boasts a spectacular atmosphere that cannot be missed; live music, dazzling street performances, and both Irish and international bands marching through the street. The Irish are certified experts when it comes to celebrations so expect the ‘craic’ to be mighty!

shamrockeradventures.com

| 35

7 DAY TOUR

ST.PAT’S

ALL IRELAND ST PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVITIES IN DUBLIN MYSTERIOUS GIANT’S CAUSEWAY BREATHTAKING CLIFFS OF MOHER 7 DAYS $1125PP

The ultimate St Patrick’s extravaganza! See all of Ireland before you celebrate the world’s favourite saint in Dublin.

Serious festival fun, Irish-style antics, and all the Guinness you can drink! One island, one trip, a once in a lifetime experience.

DAY 1 | DUBLIN

NEED TO KNOW Your fan-feckin-tastic Irish Guide 6 nights hostel multi-share accommodation 6 breakfasts All transport around the Emerald Isle

KILLARNEY

We head into the lush green Irish countryside, pass the River Liffey and the Rock of Cashel on the way to Blarney Castle in the rebel county of Cork. Here’s your chance to get the ‘gift of the gab’ if you dare to kiss the famous stone!

St Patrick’s Day Festivities in Dublin Blarney Castle entry

DAY 2 | KILLARNEY

Cliffs of Moher entry

Go to the edge of the ancient world to explore the wilderness of the dramatic Dingle Peninsula and the stunning West Coast. Finish the day in County Clare, listening to traditional Irish music and drinking Guinness in a cosy local pub. (B)

The Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre entry Shamrocker’s Dublin city walking tour Guinness Storehouse fast track entry Black Cab Tour of Belfast Shamrocker t-shirt All highlights bolded in itinerary

ENNIS

*Per person price based on multi-share accommodation

DAY 3 | ENNIS

(B: Breakfast)

Brave the heights at the stunning Cliffs of Moher before we explore the eerie moon-like landscape of the Burren. Finish off with lunch in colourful Galway, a buzzing university town with many buskers, before returning to Dublin. (B)

DEPARTURE DETAILS DEPART / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 9.30am RETURN / Shamrocker Adventures, Dublin. 5.30pm ADULT $1125

36

START

FINISH

13 Mar

19 Mar

DAY 5 | ST PATRICK’S DAY, DUBLIN Today is the day you’ve been waiting for!

Get your funkiest green outfit on when we head to the heart of the action, Temple Bar. Squeeze into a nearby pub for a live music session or join the dancing on the streets.

This is St Patrick’s Day done by the Irish on their native soil… expect a wild one! (B)

DUBLIN

DAY 4 | DUBLIN Your local Guide will show you the highlights of Dublin’s Fair City on our orientation walking tour. We include a fast track entry to the Guinness Storehouse to learn about ‘the black stuff’ before visiting some of Dublin’s best pubs on a pub crawl. (B)

DAY 6 | DUBLIN

BALLINTOY

We head north to explore Belfast and its political murals on a Black Cab Tour with time to grab some local produce from the many eateries of Belfast. Next stop ‘Dark Hedges’. We spend the night in Ballintoy, where you have the chance to cross the Atlantic over the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. (B) DAY 7 | BALLINTOY

DUBLIN

Follow in the footsteps of giants on the eighth natural wonder of the world, the Giant’s Causeway. Created by giant or geology, you decide! After a fan-feckin-tastic time celebrating St Pat’s, it’s time to bid farewell to your new friends and the Emerald Isle! (B)

4 DAY TOUR

ENJOY THE MADNESS OF DUBLIN’S TEMPLE BAR FAST-TRACK ENTRY TO THE GUINNESS STOREHOUSE SHAMROCKER’S DUBLIN CITY WALKING TOUR

ST.PAT’S

PARTY PARTY

The St Patrick’s Day party you’ve been

waiting for. Dublin is THE place to be for St Pat’s and going green is a must. @thisisleonpower

DAY 1 | DUBLIN Arrive in Dublin and check in to your hostel before joining us for the Shamrocker St Pat’s party for the evening. Have your first taste of Guinness on Irish soil and dance to traditional live Irish music. The party has started!

4 DAYS $605PP @stephenbridger

DAY 2 | DUBLIN Join your local Guide for an orientation walking tour of Dublin’s Fair City and learn how the ‘black stuff’ is made at Guinness Storehouse. Spend your night enjoying the festival vibe and put the finishing touches to your green outfit for the main event. (B) DAY 3 | ST PAT’S DAY, DUBLIN The big day. Dress up in green and head to the heart of the action for the St Patrick’s Day Parade and all the festival fun.

This is the wildest party in the world and you will experience it with the locals. (B) DAY 4 | DUBLIN After a fan-feckin-tastic time celebrating St Pat’s, it is time to bid farewell to the Emerald Isle and your new friends. You can leave Ireland, but it will never leave you! (B)

Your fan-feckin-tastic Irish Guide 3 nights city centre accommodation 3 breakfasts St Patrick’s Day Festivities in Dublin Legendary Shamrocker St Pat’s Party Guinness Storehouse fast-track entry Shamrocker’s Dublin city walking tour Shamrocker t-shirt All highlights bolded in itinerary *Per person price based on multi-share accommodation (B: Breakfast)

DEPARTURE DETAILS DEPART / Dublin Hostel, Check-in 3pm RETURN / Dublin Hostel, Check-out 10am ADULT $605 START

FINISH

15 Mar

18 Mar

shamrockeradventures.com

| 37

CONTIKI Unforgettable experiences & lifelong memories

BUSABOUT Create your own adventure

HAGGiS ADVENTURES Braw tours of Scotland

SHAMROCKER ADVENTURES Epic tours of Ireland

CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE When you travel with us, you’re welcomed into our family – The Travel Corporation. These are the guys who have taught us everything we know; they’ve shown us that passion is everything, sustainability is key, incredible service is what sets you apart, and that every trip and every travel experience should be nothing less than extraordinary.

The best thing about our family? The fact that our sister brands let you experience the world in the same way we do; with wide eyes, youthful optimism, and the knowledge that travel is an experience best shared with friends. If you haven’t found the perfect trip with HAGGiS or Shamrocker Adventures, one, if not several, of our unique and award winning sister brands are sure to be a match to your travel type.

AFTER SOMETHING ELSE? VISIT OUR FRIENDS AT:

U BY UNIWORLD For the young and young at heart

The Romans called Scotland ‘Caledonia’ meaning ‘Wooded Heights’ but today less than 1% of Scotland’s native woodland remains. Since 2011, HAGGiS Adventures has teamed up with ‘Trees for Life’, a Scottish charity dedicated to restoring 600 square miles of self-sustaining, Caledonian forest with the aim of helping Scotland ‘stay wild’. Under our ‘Stay Wild’ project we have raised thousands of pounds in support of ‘Trees for Life’ and our customers have planted hundreds of trees in our dedicated ‘HAGGiS Grove’.

Find out more at: HAGGiSadventures.com/about-us/green-story

#MAKE

TRAVTEERL MAT

Travel is an incredible gift. It has the ability to open our eyes, our hearts and our minds to the unique cultures and spellbinding beauty of the natural world.

But with this gift comes a responsibility – to protect the world as we know it. At TreadRight, our mission is clear; to have a positive impact on the people and communities we visit, to help protect wild and marine life, and to care for the planet we all call home.

To learn more about all Treadright’s past and current projects, visit TreadRight.org.

Coach travel has been proven to reduce congestion and create less CO2 pollution than any other form of transport. Our coach fleet is among the most efficient in Europe.

HAGGiS and Shamrocker Adventures as part of The Travel Corporation, is proud to commit to using environmentally friendly paper for the body of our brochures. This brochure is printed on paper that has been sourced from sustainably managed forests.

HAGGiS Adventures, as part of The Travel Corporation, run a zero tolerance policy on single use plastic in all offices, globally.

38

THE WEE PRINT

TERMS AND CONDITIONS Once the Operators, as detailed in Clause 8 below, (hereinafter referred to as “the Operator”), confirm your booking, a contract is made between you and the Operator under the terms and conditions set out below. Your statutory rights are not affected. In a booking with more than one passenger the ‘lead passenger’ will be deemed to have accepted the terms and conditions on behalf of all passengers within the booking. The ‘lead passenger’ is the passenger who makes the booking on behalf of all passengers in a multi-passenger booking and is named in the ‘lead passenger’ field within the booking. Within these Booking Conditions, “you” and “your” means all persons named on the booking (including anyone who is added at a later date).

1. BOOKING / ACCEPTANCE 1.1 The Operator accepts a booking on the understanding that a deposit or full payment has been collected and held either by the Operator directly or by an authorised Travel Agent on the Operator’s behalf. Bookings made via the Operators’ own websites are considered as made with the Operator directly.

1.2 On confirmation of your booking, subject to availability and at the Operator’s discretion, the Operator will reserve your place(s) on your selected product(s) “tour(s)”. It is your (or on bookings involving more than one person, the lead passenger’s) responsibility, as the customer, to check the accuracy of your booking including your travel dates. A contract is only made between you and the Operator upon your booking being confirmed and accepted through written communication thereof to either you or your authorised Travel Agent (hereinafter referred to as “confirmation”).

1.3 On confirmation of your booking, a Booking Statement confirming ‘Full Payment’ and an e-ticket will be sent to either you or your Travel Agent for fully paid bookings. A Booking Statement indicating the amount paid and an e-ticket will be sent, for bookings where only a deposit or lesser amount has been paid.

1.4 In order to reserve your tour: 1.4a) Tours costing 400 AUD, or less: full payment must be made at time of booking.

1.4b) Tours costing more than 400 AUD,: a non-refundable flexi-deposit of 200 AUD, per person per tour is required, but if the booking is made within 45 days of the nominated departure date the full amount payable must be made at the time of booking. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your Travel Agent. The deposit is accepted as a first instalment of the total tour price by the Operator only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by the Operator or your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first instalment of the total tour price by the Operator only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by the Operator or your travel agent. Deposit option is not available on HAGGiS Up Helly Aa Viking Fire Festival and Passion Project tours where full payment is required at the time of booking.

1.4c) The outstanding balance of the tour price must be paid by no later than 45 days prior to the scheduled, nominated or confirmed tour departure date or the payment date specified in any promotion, which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you. Whilst every endeavor will be made to remind you of the payment due dates, it is your responsibility to make this payment in full by the due date. If payment is not made to the Operator or to your authorised Travel Agent (for Agent bookings) by the due date, the Operator will assume that you have cancelled your tour and cancellation charges in accordance with clause 8 below will be levied by the Operator 1.4d) Booking Statements confirming ‘Full Payment’ will not be issued until full payment has been received by the Operator or authorised Travel Agent. 1.5 In the case of bookings made within 45 days of tour departure, the full cost of the tour will be payable immediately at time of booking.

1.6 The Operator reserves the right to cancel the booking and apply cancellation charges should full payment not be received within the above specified periods.

1.7 If you wish to book to travel at student prices, you must have an ISIC, ITIC or ISE student ID card or a Student Flights ID Card, valid at time of and for the duration of your travels with the Operator. Photocopies or confirmations of purchase will not be accepted.

2. CANCELLATION & CHANGES 2.1 Cancellation of your booking must be in writing to either the Operator (for direct or website bookings) or the authorised Agent through which your booking was made. If your booking was made through an authorised Agent, all amendments and cancellations must be made directly through the Agent and not with the Operator (the Agent may also levy cancellation charges in addition to those noted below - please check with the Agent at time of booking). When written notification has been received by the Operator, a fee will be levied to cover the costs incurred. The amount of the cancellation fee will be dependent on the number of days prior to the departure date of the tour (not including the day of departure or the day of notification).

2.2 Flexi-Deposit: If you need to cancel for whatever reason, where written confirmation is received by the Operator from you or your authorised Agent at least 45 days notice prior to your confirmed or nominated departure date, your deposit value will remain as a credit on your booking available to use against another trip. One deposit amount can be credited per trip. Deposits cannot be combined or applied to existing bookings. No refund of the deposit will be applicable. Where the new trip departure is within the 2020 operating season (defined as the period covering all scheduled departures), this must be confirmed in writing to the Operator minimum 45 days prior to the new departure date. One date change per person per tour is permitted without incurring an administration fee from the Operator. All changes are subject to availability. Flexi-deposit option is not available on HAGGiS Up Helly Aa and Passion Project tours. All changes are subject to availability.

2.3 Cancellation of individual passengers from a multiple booking where a group discount applies (e.g. ‘Mates’ Rates’ discount) will mean that the discount applied at the time of booking will be forfeited, due to the qualifying criteria no longer being met. If the cancellation results in the qualifying criteria no longer being met, then the total price payable for the remaining passengers on the booking will be adjusted, and any forfeited discount will be reclaimed through deduction in calculating any refund due to the cancelling passengers. The following cancellation policies apply: HAGGiS & Shamrocker Adventures The below cancellations fees are levied from periods of notice given prior to confirmed/nominate departure date as % of the total trip fare.

2.4 PRODUCT

CANCELLATIONS OUTSIDE 45 DAYS

CANCELLATIONS FROM 45 DAYS UNTIL FULL FEE THRESHOLD

FULL FEE THRESHOLD

HAGGiS & Shamrocker Adventures standard trips

Flexi-Deposit (2.2)

45-15 full days prior to departure -25% fee

14 days or less - 100% fee

HAGGiS & Shamrocker Adventures Festivals, Events & Passion Project tours (2.5)

25% fee

45-22 full days prior to departure -50% fee

21 days or less - 100% fee

HAGGiS Adventures Day Tours

No fee

No fee

24 hrs prior to departure or less – 100% fee

* Upgrades and Add Ons do not qualify for a deposit payment and attract a 0% fee if cancelled with their connected product outside 45 days. ** For trips that do not qualify for a deposit option when booked more than 45 days prior to the confirmed / nominated departure date, any cancellation outside 45 days will levy the same fee as per cancellations from 45 days until the full fee threshold.

2.5 Festivals, Special Events including Tattoo & Highland Games Tours, Passion Project and Add On Products: (Special conditions apply to non-standard products). Please refer to table 2.4 for updated terms and conditions relating to these products.

2.6 Private Group / Bespoke Tour - specific cancellation fees apply to each Tour, the Operator will inform you of these prior to payment. A non-refundable deposit will be required at time of booking to cover any accommodation, third party supplier, meal and attraction costs. Where bookings include entrance fees to attractions, accommodation, involve accommodation upgrades or specific accommodation requests any cancellation fees incurred by the Operator will be passed on to you in addition to the standard Private Group / Group Tours refund policy.

GENERAL 2.7 Any changes of departure date or tour within 45 days of departure but prior to the full fee threshold (as defined in clause 2) will incur an administration fee of 45 AUD per person per tour, subject to availability and charges in lieu of clauses 2.10 or 2.11 where the new departure date / tour must be immediately nominated. These changes may result in the

PHOTOS

loss of any special discounts applied to the originally booked Tours and are in addition to any fees that may be levied by your Travel Agent.

2.8 Tour changes to one of a lower value or seasonality will result in the loss of any special discounts applied to the originally booked tour and will be subject to an administration fee equivalent to the cancellation fee on the original Tour booked.

2.9 Tour changes to one of higher value or seasonality will require the difference in price to be paid. This may also result in the loss of any special discounts applied to the originally booked Tours.

2.10 If the reason for your cancellation is covered under your insurance policy, you may be able to make a claim under that policy.

2.11 No name changes are permitted.

2.12 If you paid a Student price on booking, you will be required to prove this entitlement at check-in for each departure by exhibiting a valid ISIC, ISE or ITIC student card or Student Flights ID Card. Should you not be able to do this, you will be charged the difference between the full tour price and the student discounted price in addition to an administration fee of 45 AUD. 2.13 By booking a trip that includes Multi-share accommodation, you acknowledge that the Operator and / or its representatives is unable to confirm same gender room allocation.

3. LOCAL TOURS & EXCURSIONS 3.1 You may have the opportunity to purchase local tours or excursions from the Guides / On-Board Guides/Check-in Staff. These local tours and excursions are run by local Operators and you will be subject to their terms and conditions.

3.2 Local tours and excursions purchased via Guides/On-Board Guides/Check in Staff are nonrefundable. It is your responsibility to meet the tour at the designated departure point and time. Travel on local tours and excursions will only be permitted on presentation of the official Guides/On-Board Guides/ Check in Staff issued voucher to the named local Operator.

3.3 Local tour and Excursion vouchers that are lost or stolen cannot be replaced.

3.4 Please note that prices printed in brochures are correct at the time of print and maybe subject to change.

4. CHANGES BY THE OPERATOR 4.1 Prices in brochure and website are based on costs and exchange rates at August 1, 2019. Should these costs change it may be necessary to make a surcharge on the price of your tour. Should the total tour price increase by more than 8% you will have the right to cancel within 7 days of notification without penalty.

4.2 No surcharge in respect of costs or currency fluctuations will be made once payment of the deposit for your tour has been received. This guarantee excludes fuel surcharges and does not apply to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any Government or their Agencies. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced. The surcharge will only be made where the increase in cost will affect the price of the tour by more than 2%.

4.3 The Operator reserves the right to vary, modify or cancel any itinerary, either part or wholly. If this is necessary, they will substitute alternative arrangements of comparable value, or at the Operator’s discretion provide a full or partial refund.

4.4 If access to any country or area is prohibited for reasons of force majeure (i.e. circumstances such as political unrest, war or threat of war, riots, civil strife, closure of airports or ports, industrial disputes, terrorist activity, natural and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God, adverse weather conditions or other similar events beyond the Operator’s control) the Operator reserves the right to amend or alter the product, or fully or partially withdraw the programme. If the Operator cannot offer suitable substitute services, you will be entitled to a refund (less reasonable expenses incurred by the Operator in respect of your booking). The amount of the refund will be calculated pro-rata based on used portion of the tour.

4.5 The Operator reserves the right to alter or substitute the type of vehicle mentioned in the brochure or websites.

5. DISPUTE PROCEDURES 5.1 If you have a complaint in respect of any Operator, you should inform the Operator’s Representative at the time. Any complaint that cannot be resolved by the Operator’s Representative should be submitted in writing within 28 days of the incident to The Customer Services Manager, HAGGiS Adventures, 60 High Street, EH1 1TB Edinburgh, United Kingdom or Shamrocker Adventures, Four Courts Hostel, 15-17 Merchants Quay, Dublin 8 Ireland so that your complaint can be passed to and then investigated by the Operator. The Operators will not consider complaints after the 28 day period from the end date of your tour.

5.2 The contract and all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to Scottish Law unless the Operator agrees otherwise in writing.

5.3 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law. The validity and enforceability of the other provisions shall not be affected.

5.4 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against the Operator, you agree to pay all of the Operator’s costs associated to any such legal action, including but not limited to attorney / client costs.

6. CONTRACTING PARTIES 6.1 The booking conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between you and the Operator. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation.

This contract may only be varied by a duly authorised officer or Director of the Operator in writing.

6.2 Your contract is with the Operator. At any time, and at the Operator’s complete discretion, the Operator may nominate to you in writing any other company or person to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of this contract, which the Operator may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly with that company or person in the first place as well as agreeing them with the Operator. The Operator may at its complete discretion assign all or any rights and liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you.

6.3 All bookings with other Operators and service providers are subject to their terms and conditions and limitations of liability. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay and loss or damage to baggage. Whilst the Operator cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission of any such third parties, the Operator will give reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute.

6.4 Many accommodation arrangements referred to in this brochure are provided independently and directly by third party providers (unless stated otherwise). Any such contracts undertaken are made directly between you and the third party accommodation provider. They are subject to the terms and conditions, and limitations of liability, imposed by the individual accommodation provider. All such arrangements are made independently of the Operator, regardless of any help and assistance, which the Operator may provide in securing such arrangements.

6.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represents themselves either as contracting with any legal relationship with any such purchaser.

6.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to print, however the Operator cannot be held responsible for printing and typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.

7. VALIDITY The programmes, products and tours advertised on the website and brochure are valid from the operating season pertaining to each Operator as specified in the brochure and the Operator’s website, unless stated to the contrary. These Terms and Conditions supersede all previous Terms and Conditions issued and are valid for all reservations made on or after 1 August 2019, until replaced.

8. OPERATING COMPANIES 8.1a) HAGGIS Adventures are operated by Radical Travel Group Limited, Registered in Scotland No. 136334 8.1b) Shamrocker Adventures are Registered in Ireland No. 281604. 8.1c) A selection of local Operators provide additional services across tours advertised in this brochure. For a full set of details and their respective terms and conditions please refer to haggisadventures.com.

9. DATA PROTECTION STATEMENT Please be assured that we have measures in place to protect the personal booking information held by us. This information will be passed on to the principal and to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements. The information may also be provided to public authorities such as customs or immigration if required by them, or as required by law.

Certain information may also be passed on to security or credit checking companies. We will only pass your information on to persons responsible for your travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you give to us such as details of any disabilities, or dietary/religious requirements. (If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers we will be unable to provide your booking. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons). Where the data might be passed on for marketing purposes, you have the right to opt out of future marketing. You also have a right of access to data held which can be obtained by writing to Radical Travel Group Limited, Atholl Exchange, 6 Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG and Shamrocker Adventures, Four Courts Hostel, 15-17 Merchant Quay, Dublin 8. Further detail and our full Privacy Policy can be found on our website. Please see HAGGiSAdventures.com or ShamrockerAdventures.com.

10. TERMS AND CONDITIONS For a full expanded list of our Terms and Conditions please see HAGGiSAdventures.com or ShamrockerAdventures.com.

Active Outdoor Pursuits | Alyssa Michelle | Caitlin Jay | Candice Jayne | Christopher Webb | Courtney Neilson | Elle Allan | Emily Ryan | Gemma Harland | Gloria Atanmo | Haley Plotkin | Heidi Ahvenainen | Jackie Noronha | Jamie Ross | Jed Buencillo | Katelyn Hawkinss | Kay Gillespie | Kenny Lam | VisitScotland | Liam Powe | Megan McCrystal | Michelle Morgan | Noel Mare | Paul Tomkins | VisitScotland | Phoebe Greenacre | Sarim Mahtab | Selea Hewton | Shetland Amenity Trust | Siobhan Drew | Skye Class | Stephen Bridger Photography | Steven Sinclair | Story Travelers | The Glass Passage | Tori McArthur | Two Birds Travel | Wander in Two shamrockeradventures.com

| 39

Shamrocker Adventures Travel House, 35 Grafton Street Bondi Junction, NSW 2022 (AUS) 1300 287 226 www.shamrockeradventures.com customers@shamrockeradventures.com ozagents@shamrockeradventures.com Shamrocker Adventures is a member of the family-owned The Travel Corporation (TTC) and is renowned and trusted for its outstanding quality, service, value, reliability and financial stability.

Shamrocker Adventures are represented in Australia by Contiki Holidays (Aust) Pty Ltd 18 002 523 340. Please note: all prices are quoted in AU Dollars.

40