10Day Christmas Special - All Ireland
Price: 339 GBP
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10 DAYS All – Ireland Extravaganza The mother of all tours of the emerald Isle!! By far the most in-depth tour of our beloved green Motherland for independent travellers on a budget. Relaxing 1 and 2 night stays in fascinating Belfast, Historic Derry, Westport, Galway, Dingle Peninsula, magical Killarney and Dublin's fair city! No other Tour Company comes close to matching this baby… Begin in intriguing Belfast, the most fascinating stop on Europe’s Backpacker circuit!

From the glorious Glens of Antrim to the Giants Causeway, you’ll melt at the beauty of our North Coast! 2 nights in Irelands most Historic City, lovely Derry (546 AD). Tour of the walled city, scene of Bloody Sunday (1972). History buff paradise! Explore the Highlands of Donegal and Westport. Climb Irelands Holy mountain - Croagh Patrick! Gaelic Galway - Irelands trendiest, medieval Party City. Visit the mind-blowing 750ft high Cliffs of Moher (a lifetime highlight for many people) and the mystical 200 million year old Burren area – botanical and geological wonderland. Once across the River Shannon (Dolphins!) by ferry, its the Kingdom of Kerry, for an amazing 3 nights in Irelands most outstanding area of natural beauty! Overnight in cute and lovable Anascaul in your very own Irish Pub, the Randy Leprechaun on the Dingle Peninsula, sing all night, take an Oceanside hike, swim with Fungi the Dolphin…. A super experience will be had by all! The Ring of Kerry and Dingle, two of the worlds most famous coastal drives. Slea Head and walk the beaches featured in Far & Away (Tom Cruise). A brilliant overnight stay in Killarney – mountains, lakes, Castles, National Park, Live music, Irish Dancing, unforgettable memories!! Final night in Dublin. Next morning tour Dublin city centre by coach. Short drive to Glendalough in the Wicklow mountains, visit the monastic city of St. Kevin (Braveheart wedding scenes). Finish in the most revered site of all - the Guinness Brewery! A wonderful climax to 10 days of non-stop, craic-filled happy days! Go raibh mile maith agat, a thousand thank yous…… Happy Days! The independent traveler wins again…

ITINERARY

Day 1: Dublin to Belfast Leave Dublin's Paddy Palace at 8am and begin your Christmas adventures at Drogheda where youll see the preserved head of St. Oliver Plunkett (executed 1681) in St. Peters Cathedral. Cross the border at South Armagh. A fascinating evening in Belfast awaits. We strongly recommend the world famous Black Taxi tour (optional) to view the Peace wall and political murals.

Day 2: Belfast to Historic Derry A glorious touring day! Cruise the Beautiful North Coast. You'll see the Carrick-a-rede rope bridge (seasonal), walk the Giants Causeway and take fantastic photos of Dunluce Castle. Overnight in Historic Derry. The famous Paddywagon Pizza & Punch night!! (optional)

Day 3: Donegal Day Tour Begin today with an excellent in-depth walking tour of Derry's walls (1601) and the well known Bogside district. After Lunch we'll go off on a marvellous half day tour of Donegal, and the divine Glenveagh National Park. Remote beauty! Overnight in Historic Derry.

Day 4: Derry to Cong Drive through enchanting Sligo visiting the sacred grave of our national Poet, Nobel laureate WB Yeats. Explore the vast archaeological and cultural richness of Irelands North West Coast. Consider taking a seaweed bath (optional) as we make a beach stop at surf hotspot Strandhill. Overnight in charming Cong, setting for John Waynes Hollywood classic – the Quiet Man. Magical scenery.

Day 5: Cong - Westport - Galway This morning we will drive to Irelands tidiest town, Westport, and climb Croagh Patrick, Irelands holy pilgrimage mountain. After Lunch its an evocative drive through the Doolough (black valley) and Connemara. Mesmerising scenery. Hear of famine times from your guide at the numerous memorials. Tonight youll overnight in Galway, Irelands party capital.

Day 6: Galway to Killarney You should take free time this morning to explore the sights and sounds of lively colourful Galway, maybe rise early and walk to see the Spanish Arch and Claddagh area. Onwards then. Today you will have the wild atlantic ocean by your side as we cruise down the West Coast. Run around the lunar landscape of the Burren before gazing in awe at the majesty that is the cliffs of moher. Overnight in Killarney, Irelands premier tourist town. Music Galore.

Day 7: Killarney – Cork: Consider an enjoyable Horse & carriage ride through the often snowy National Park on the world famous Jaunting Cars (optional). Cross the Cork and Kerry Mountains to Cork City. Afterwards we'll drive out to exclusive Kinsale, Irelands riviera and culinary capital. View Charles Fort and the lovable little village. Overnight in Cork City Centre, European capital of Culture 2005.

Day 8: Christmas Eve! We'll take a short drive to Dingle, a charming gaelic speaking fishing village. Free time in Dingle to shop and lunch. In late afternoon we’ll check into your very own Irish pub/hostel, the Randy Leprechaun in Annascaul. A traditional mulled wine reception awaits!

Day 9: Christmas day by the wild atlantic. We’ll have a hearty breakfast and open our gifts with Santa Claus! Then we’ll embark on a nice half day tour of the Dingle Peninsula and Slea Head, Irelands most celebrated scenic drive. Maybe join the locals on their traditional Christmas Day ocean swim!! See the Sleeping Giant Island and the sights of Tom Cruises 1992 epic, Far and Away. Then its back to the Randy Leprechaun for our professionally cooked Christmas Dinner, wine included!! Ho Ho Ho…

Day 10: Dingle Peninsula - Dublin. We make our way home via the Golden Vale and county Tipperary, the home of hurling! Youll make a stop at Cahir for a photo-stop at its fully preserved Norman Castle, much sought after for movie makers! Then to Dublin for our grand finale - in the Guinness Brewery, enjoy privileged access a complimentary pint of the Black Stuff!!

Tour Highlights:
:: Majestic Christmas Banquet (professionally cooked)
:: Wine included for xmas dinner
:: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Dingle peninsula
:: Highly possible white christmas
:: Slane Castle: Rock concerts
:: Battle of the Boyne Battlefield
:: The preserved head of St. Oliver Plunkett (1681)
:: Monasterboice – Celtic Crosses
:: Belfast Cab Tour (optional)
:: The green Glens of Antrim
:: Giants Causeway
:: Dunluce Castle
:: Traditional music night in Historic Derry
:: Thrilling Rope Bridge (seasonal)
:: Historic Walking Tour of Derry’s walls (1613)
:: Bloody Sunday Murals
:: Donegal Highlands
:: Bundoran: World Surf Championships 2006
:: Croagh Patrick: Irelands Holy Mountain
:: Cong - Irelands prettiest village
:: Connemara: The Famine Way
:: Galway City
:: The Burren
:: The Cliffs of Moher
:: Dingle and Fungi the Dolphin
:: 2 Overnights in Randy Leprechaun pub
:: Horse riding in the lakeside National Park (optional)
:: Cahir Castle photo-stop

Departure Point?
Paddys Palace @ 8AM

Dates & Rates
December 17th	339 GBP

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