Family Adventure on the Emerald Isle

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7 DAYS | DUBLIN TO DUBLIN

GOOD FOR | THE FAMILY VACATIONER, THE YOUNG & THE YOUNG AT HEART

WHAT’S INCLUDED

6 Nights Accommodation, 6 Breakfasts, Private Airport Transfers, Sightseeing as mentioned, Private Vehicle & Chauffeur.

RECOMMENDED HIGHLIGHTS

EXPERIENCE a Vintage Tea Tour, Irish Hurling Experience, The Ring of Kerry, Cruise along the Cliffs of Moher, Irish Wolfhounds and Falconry at Ashford Castle. JOIN A LOCAL SPECIALIST FOR a Kilkenny City Walking Tour. VISIT EPIC – The Irish Emigration Museum, The Irish National Stud, Blarney Castle and Muckross Farm.

RECOMMENDED ACCOMMODATIONS

BROOKS HOTEL

Dublin |

LYRATH ESTATE

Kilkenny |

GREAT SOUTHERN HOTEL

Killarney |

ASHFORD CASTLE

Cong, Co.Mayo |

NORTHERN IRELAND

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ASHFORD CASTLE

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KILKENNY KILKENNY

Ring of Kerry 2 2

KILLARNEY KILLARNEY

Blarney

Your Fully-Customizable Sample Itinerary

DAY 1 | FÁILTE TO DUBLIN, TIME FOR TEA & CONNECTIONS AT EPIC

Welcome to Dublin, Ireland’s lively capital! Join a Vintage Tea Tour for a truly unique experience. Afternoon tea is a cherished ritual dating back to the 1840s, but this is afternoon tea the Irish Way. Board a vintage bus in the historic Temple Bar area and take in the sights of the city while enjoying stories from your host and a range of delicious delicacies. After, visit EPIC – The Irish Emigration Museum to enjoy a unique blend of learning and fun for all the family.

DAY 2 | JOURNEY TO KILKENNY

Today brings a choice of experiences. Lovers of all things equine can visit the Irish National Stud in Tully, County Kildare - the beating heart of Ireland’s horse industry. Enjoy this place of outstanding natural beauty that is home to magnificent horses and gardens. Alternatively, in Kilkenny, you can opt to learn about, and try out the 3000 year-old game of Hurling. Test your skills in what’s believed to be one of the fastest field sports around and end your unique experience with a bowl of tasty Irish stew. (B)

DAY 3 | KILKENNY CATS, BLARNEY & KILLARNEY

Join a Local Specialist and discover the magic of this Medieval city. Why are Kilkenny people called cats? All will be revealed. Journey to Blarney Castle and kiss the famous Blarney Stone to receive the ‘gift of gab’ before exploring the mystical grounds, gardens and Rock Close. End your day in Killarney, renowned for its lively pubs and open, cheerful atmosphere that’s full of what the Irish call craic! (B)

DAY 4 | RING OF KERRY & TRADITIONAL FARMS

Wind ‘round the beautiful Iveragh Peninsula, better known as the Ring of Kerry. Take in views of mountains, valleys, lakes and sea as you travel through this unspoiled land that has inspired artists and poets for centuries. Along the way, your chauffeur will take you through some of the little towns to dive even deeper into this magical destination. Visit Muckross Farm for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Enjoy three working farms, a small farm with an animal petting area, a carpenter’s workshop and blacksmith’s forge. (B)

Vintage Tea Tour, Dublin

A trip that captures the imagination of all the family – from indulging in unique afternoon tea, hurling a slither (stick and ball) in one of the fastest field sports in the world, to walking with ancient birds of prey – adventures that are shared are more meaningful, uplifting and have a lifelong impact on all the family. Here we delve into all the emotions we feed off as families and then relax, connect and reconnect with ourselves, our loved ones and the locals. There’s still room for a bit of magic by staying at the magnificent Ashford Castle – sharing this experience is unique and everyone will cherish the memories forever.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

MUCKROSS FARMS EXPERIENCE

Step back in time to the 1930s at the Muckross Traditional Farms. Meet working carpenters, thatchers, blacksmiths, shepherds and sheepdogs and learn about their role in sustaining traditional farming methods and cultures.

EPIC – The Irish Emigration Museum | ©TourismIreland

DAY 5 | CRUISE A FAMOUS CRAGGY CLIFF FACE & ARRIVE AT ASHFORD CASTLE

Heading north, stop at the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. See this natural phenomenon from a different perspective, gazing up at the sheer, craggy cliff face rising 650 feet above you as you cruise along the 5 mile shoreline. Back on dry land, continue to the majestic Ashford Castle – a place full of stories waiting to be told. Set alongside the glistening waters of Lough Corrib, Ashford dates back to 1228 and became the home of the Guinness family in the mid 1800’s. This is your chance to live like royalty and join the ranks of guests that have included Princes and Presidents. (B)

DAY 6 | WOLFHOUNDS, FALCONRY AND BACK TO DUBLIN

Before leaving this magnificent estate, make time to say hello to the castle’s famous Irish Wolfhounds and indulge in the ancient art of falconry. Discover the fascinating story behind this tradition while being enthralled by the resident birds of prey. Travel back to Dublin where there’s a chance to do some last-minute shopping or people-watch in a lively pub or café. (B)

DAY 7 | DEPART DUBLIN

It’s time to say slán abhaile to these magical lands and head for home with your cherished memories. (B)