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Irish eyes are smiling at some of the Emerald Isle’s most intriguing places, from sophisticated cities to small towns throughout the quintessential Irish countryside…
Discover scenic wonders in the Burren, at the Cliffs of Moher and in the lush Wicklow Hills… stay in a majestic castle hotel and an elegant manor house steeped in history and countryside charms… tour, taste, dine, and dance… enjoy a private recital at a grand Cork cathedral… explore Glendalough with a local guide, visit Blarney Castle and earn the gift of gab… and discover all things Irish on a week well spent!
Highlights
- TAUCK’S YELLOW ROADS – Journey off the beaten path, from lunar-like landscapes of The Burren to the lush Wicklow Hills
- Private recital at Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral in Cork
- Two nights at Dromoland Castle, one of the world’s most famous castle hotels
- Guided visit through Glendalough to see the ruins of a 6th-century monastic settlement
- Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
- 15 meals, service charges, gratuities to local guides, admission fees, taxes and porterage
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Shannon, and Céad Mile Fáilte…
Tour begins: 6:00 PM, Dromoland Castle. A transfer is included from Shannon Airport to Dromoland Castle, your royal home for two nights. Join us this evening for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner in the castle.
Meals Included: Dinner
Accommodation: Dromoland Castle
Day 2
Cliffs of Moher, The Burren, and an Irish castle
Make your way today through The Burren, an eerie landscape of limestone outcrops, en route to the Cliffs of Moher. Over five miles long and towering up to 660 feet, the cliffs reign unrivaled over the Atlantic Ocean coastline, offering amazing views. Sample a taste of country life during lunch in Ennis; return to Dromoland Castle for a day spent as you please.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Dromoland Castle
Day 3
A bit of Blarney and a concert in Cork
Your travels take you to County Cork today for a two-night stay in an elegant manor house hotel and an in-depth discovery of all things Irish – including a visit to legendary Blarney Castle; get ready to pucker up for the “gift of gab” if you climb its ramparts to kiss the magical stone. After time to explore Blarney’s castle and village and enjoy lunch on your own, continue on to Cork and the Hayfield Manor Hotel, your stately home for the next two nights. This evening, you’re invited to a private recital at St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral before returning for dinner at your hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Hayfield Manor Hotel
Day 4
A trip to Kinsale and exploring Cork
This morning, head out from your manor house accommodations to coastal Kinsale, where you’ll visit historic Charles Fort, one of the finest examples of a 17th-century fortification in Ireland; spend some time exploring and have lunch on your own in this lovely harborside village. Return to Cork for an afternoon spent exploring the city as you wish. Dinner tonight is à la carte at your leisure at one of the hotel’s fine restaurants.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Hayfield Manor Hotel
Day 5
Ballyknocken Cookery School then Dublin
Today you are in for a tasty treat! This morning, drive to Ballyknocken for a stop at the Ballyknocken Cookery School. Nestled between lush herb, vegetable and fruit gardens, Ballyknocken House and Cookery School is the fulfilled dream of Wicklow native and Irish celebrity chef, Catherine Fulvio. Discover an infectious passion for good food (using fresh & quality ingredients) and develop new skills during a culinary experience with one of the school’s tutors. Drive to your hotel in Dublin and get ready for an Irish evening experience tonight.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection
Day 6
A day well spent in Dublin’s fair city
Experience an in-depth introduction to Dublin on a sightseeing tour that includes lively O’Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and beautiful parks. This afternoon, take some time to enjoy the city as you wish, perhaps wandering along eclectic Grafton Street, strolling along the River Liffey, exploring St. Stephen’s Green (on which your hotel is situated), or experiencing the grandeur of Merrion Square; laid back and laden with charm, Dublin is small, compact and made for walking. Have dinner on your own tonight; Dublin restaurants – of which there are many to choose from close to your hotel – and Irish cuisine have earned high marks on the European culinary scene.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection
Day 7
Glendalough, the Wicklow hills & Dublin
Extend your Ireland travel outside Dublin into the hills of Wicklow to the monastic settlement of Glendalough, founded in the 6th century, via Tauck’s scenic Yellow Roads. Most of the ruins and sites date from the 10th century and are remarkably preserved; see some of the most significant ones on a guided tour. Return to Dublin midday for more time to explore this legendary city at your leisure. Please join us tonight for a farewell reception followed by dinner at your stately hotel on St. Stephen’s Green; your Irish eyes will be smiling as you celebrate the new friendships you’ve made and the fun you’ve had on the Emerald Isle!
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection
Day 8
Homeward bound
Tour ends: Dublin. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection to Dublin Airport; allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departures & Rates
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Accommodation
Dromoland Castle
Newmarket-On-Fergus, Ireland
The readers of Travel + Leisure have named Dromoland Castle one of the top 100 world hotels, and the readers of Condé Nast Traveler have cited it on their Gold List. One of the world’s most famous castle hotels, Dromoland Castle is magnificently steeped in history and tradition. In addition to all the pleasures to be found within the castle, to include the full-service spa and indoor pool, guests can enjoy superb golf, boating, shooting, fishing, tennis, walking and cycling within the extensive grounds of the estate.
Tauck Guests enjoy complimentary Internet access in guest rooms!
Hayfield Manor Hotel
Cork, Ireland
Located just five minutes from the lively center of Cork, the Hayfield Manor Hotel has the look and feel of a centuries-old grand residence of the wealthy elite, surrounded by two acres of gracious gardens and ancient trees. Although the atmosphere is one of traditional charm, the hotel’s Leisure Facilities complex is state-of-the-art and offers a lovely indoor heated swimming pool, an outdoor Jacuzzi, gym and steam room as well as extensive spa treatment alternatives to soothe the body and the soul.
Tauck Guests enjoy complimentary Internet access in guest rooms!
The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection
Dublin, Ireland
Boasting a picture-perfect location overlooking St. Stephen’s Green, just moments from some of Dublin’s most famous historic landmarks, The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection, successfully marries traditional splendor and contemporary convenience. Stretch out in a newly refurbished guest room, with amenities including laptop-sized safes, iPod docking stations and beds with Egyptian cotton sheets. Marble bathrooms feature deluxe bath products and robes and slippers. Start or end your evening at one of the several inviting bars – No. 27 Bar & Lounge, serving creative cocktails and a wide range of food perfect for sharing; or The Horseshoe Bar, with its rich red walls, original artifacts and fascinating memorabilia. The hotel’s signature restaurant, The Saddle Room, offers a modern menu specializing in steak, oysters and seafood within a cool, relaxed atmosphere, while The Lord Mayor’s Lounge – one of Dublin’s most traditional restaurants – is the perfect place to sample indulgent afternoon tea, encounter famous faces and savor life’s great pleasures.
