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2022 AD V EN TUR ES AWAI T COLLEC TIO N Y O UR N EXT JO U R N EY S TARTS H E R E CIE TOURS 90 Years of Excellence in Travel Forty Shades of Green, Co. Wicklow ©Emma McArdle SINCE 1932 See Back Cover to learn more about the photographer
YOUR IRELAND TRIP, YOUR WAY We now offer four different ways to enjoy the beauty and magic of Ireland, from coach tours to independent adventures. All four ways to travel let you enjoy our All-Inclusive Advantage with sightseeing pre-paid, along with full breakfasts, most meals, entertainment and more. Just choose the option that works best for you, pack your bags, and get ready for the lush green hills of the Emerald Isle. STANDARD COACH TOUR Our most popular vacations are perfect 1 SMALL GROUP DEPARTURE If you love the idea of group travel 2 for every type of traveler, from value- but want maximum room to stretch out, priced to deluxe. Our friendly, expert, our small group departures can offer you local tour directors will share their stories the best of both worlds. With no more and the history of their homelands, than 26 guests on a full-sized coach while you travel in a luxury coach. Your you'll enjoy plenty of room and more sightseeing is all pre-paid, along with full time at each destination. Look for the breakfasts, most meals, entertainment SG notation to find a departure date and more. that works for you. CLASSIC ITINERARIES SELF DRIVE 3 CLASSIC ITINERARIES WITH DRIVER 4 If you'd like to have the full CIE Tours To make your trip even more carefree experience from the privacy of your own and enjoyable (and to guarantee you car, nearly all of our Ireland itineraries don’t have to learn how to drive on the can be turned into self-drive adventures left side of the road!) you can take one with all the planning done for you, of our classic Ireland itineraries with including rental car, hotel stays and your own driver/guide in a private car. many attractions. Turn the page to begin planning your dream trip to Ireland. HealyTours.com| 18
TASTE OF IRELAND Ring of Kerry ©Tourism Ireland/Chris Hill Photographic FROM This jaunt, great for first-timers, features top $1,095 Land Only Irish highlights: the Ring of Kerry, Blarney 5 DAYS | 4 NIGHTS | 8 MEALS (Tour C) Castle, and the Cliffs of Moher. 6 DAYS | 5 NIGHTS | 9 MEALS (Tour B) Day 1: Independent Touring in Dublin 6 DAYS | 5 NIGHTS | 9 MEALS (Tour D) Tours A & B start this morning. Your tour 7 DAYS | 6 NIGHTS | 10 MEALS (Tour A) begins with a day of independent touring See all these sights plus Scotland on the 13- in Dublin. Take a Hop-On, Hop-Off bus or 14-day Scottish & Irish Dream, on page 74. tour and enjoy a visit to one of Dublin’s top DUBLIN Galway attractions – Teeling Distillery, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, or GPO Museum. Dine pending mo Cliffs of TRIP HIGHLIGHTS ut s re independently this evening. Moher Shannon ho . it Get more w n Irish Night in Dublin BUNRATTY Cashel Day 2: Dublin City Tour, Dublin Castle & n Blarney Castle Merry Ploughboy Pub . t a il s n Cliffs of Moher Tours C & D start in Dublin. Tours A & B KILLARNEY de for enjoy the morning exploring Dublin with n Medieval Castle Banquet See page 5 Ring of Kerry Blarney Start City n Dublin Castle the included vouchers. Meet your guide at Overnight Stops n Ring of Kerry 2:00 PM in the hotel lobby, and set out on End City a panoramic tour of Dublin. Drive through n Sheepdog Demonstration the lively streets with a local guide, seeing n Skellig Experience Day 3: Blarney Castle & Killarney this historic city’s highlights: Trinity College, HOTELS elegant Georgian homes, and modern Travel through lush green countryside on n Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge, Dublin buildings rising by the River Liffey. Visit your way to Blarney Castle. Along the way, (2 – A & B, 1 – C & D) Dublin Castle for a guided tour and see the stop for photos of the stately ruins of the n Killarney Towers Hotel, Killarney (2) splendid State Apartments; for centuries Rock of Cashel on their hilltop perch. At n Bunratty Castle Hotel, Bunratty (1) the seat of colonial power in Ireland, this Blarney, climb the winding staircase to kiss n Academy Plaza Hotel, Dublin impressive complex is today a place for the legendary Blarney Stone and gain the (1 – A & D) official ceremonies. Return to your hotel for a gift of the gab, or wander the beautiful welcome drink with your group, then head to gardens. Arrive in the friendly, lakeside town MEALS the Merry Ploughboy Pub for a dinner of Irish of Killarney, where you’ll dine in your hotel 4, 5 or 6 hot breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L) specialties and a lively show with traditional this evening. (B, D) and 3 dinners (D) music and step-dancing. (B, D) Day 4: Ring of Kerry, Skellig Experience & Sheepdog Demonstration Visit CIE Tours preferred shopping partner Moriarty’s in the beautiful Gap of Dunloe, before embarking on the famed Ring of Kerry scenic drive. The winding, 100-mile route reveals breathtaking coastal and mountain views, with plenty of photo stops. Pause for a casual lunch in a cozy restaurant. Continue on to Valentia Island to visit the Skellig Experience, a visitor center telling the story of the neighboring island of Skellig Merry Ploughboy Pub, Dublin Michael, which you’ll see off the coast. Learn 19 |
how this island, a filming location for “Star TASTE OF IRELAND TOURS A-D Wars”, was once the austere home of early TOUR A: 7 Days Dublin to Dublin TOUR C: 5 Days Dublin to Shannon Christian monks. Stop for a stroll around 2 nts Dublin, 2 nts Killarney, 1 nt Bunratty, 1 nt Dublin 1 nt Dublin, 2 nts Killarney, 1 nt Bunratty the quaint, colorful village of Sneem, and at TOUR B: 6 Days Dublin to Shannon TOUR D: 6 Days Dublin to Dublin Moll’s Gap for panoramic views of Ireland’s 2 nts Dublin, 2 nts Killarney, 1 nt Bunratty 1 nt Dublin, 2 nts Killarney, 1 nt Bunratty, 1 nt Dublin highest mountains. Visit a farm to see a Book overnight flights from North America 1 day earlier than tour start date. Book overnight flights from North America 1 day earlier than tour start date. demonstration of skilled sheepdogs herding Departures Sundays, Tour B-6D Tour A-7D Departures Mondays, Tour C-5D Tour D-6D Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays Land only Land only Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays Land only Land only sheep. Return to Killarney and enjoy a free evening to dine and discover the pubs as you Jan 23 SG $1,445 $1,545 Jan 24 SG $1,250 $1,350 wish. (B, L) Feb 13 1,315 1,415 Feb 14 1,095 1,215 Feb 27 SG 1,480 1,585 Feb 28 SG 1,275 1,380 Day 5: Cliffs of Moher & Medieval Castle Banquet Mar 4, 6, 18 1,340 1,445 Mar 5, 7, 19 1,130 1,235 Leave Killarney, taking a 20-minute ferry ride Mar 13, 20, 25, 27 SG 1,515 1,615 Mar 14, 21, 26, 28 SG 1,295 1,415 across the River Shannon Estuary before Apr 1, 3, 8, 13, 17, 24 SG 1,595 1,715 Apr 2, 4, 9, 14, 18, 25 SG 1,425 1,535 driving along the coast of County Clare to Apr 10, 15, 22, 27 1,415 1,525 Apr 11, 16, 23, 28 1,235 1,340 the Cliffs of Moher, a spectacular wall of Apr 29 1,595 1,745 Apr 30 1,425 1,545 sandstone soaring almost 700 feet above May 1, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 15 SG 1,795 1,940 May 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14 SG 1,630 1,745 the Atlantic. Continue on to Bunratty Castle Hotel, near Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. May 18, 20, 25, 27, 29 SG 1,795 1,940 May 16, 19, 21, 26, 28 SG 1,630 1,745 In the evening, head out to a castle for a May 22, 23, 30 1,595 1,745 May 23, 24 1,425 1,545 medieval-style feast of excellent traditional Jun 1, 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 15 SG 1,885 2,045 May 30, Jun 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13 SG 1,715 1,825 dishes. Lords and ladies will serenade you Jun 13, 27 1,680 1,825 May 31, Jun 14, 28 1,495 1,615 with songs and harp music evocative of Jun 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29 SG 1,885 2,045 Jun 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27, 30 SG 1,715 1,825 medieval times. (Please note that January departures may offer a different dining Jul 1, 6, 10, 15, 20, 24, 29, 31 SG 1,885 2,045 Jul 2, 7, 11, 16, 21, 25, 30 SG 1,715 1,825 experience.) (B, D) Jul 3, 8, 13, 17, 18, 22, 27 1,680 1,825 Jul 4, 9, 14, 18, 19, 23, 28 1,495 1,615 Aug 1, 3, 5, 31 SG 1,885 2,045 Aug 1, 2, 4, 6 SG 1,715 1,825 Day 6: Galway & Dublin Aug 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19 1,680 1,825 Aug 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20 1,495 1,615 Tours B & C end in Shannon after breakfast. Tours A & D drive to the vibrant, artistic city Aug 21, 24, 26, 28 1,680 1,825 Aug 22, 25, 27, 29 1,495 1,615 of Galway for a panoramic tour. Take some Sep 2, 4, 7, 11, 16 SG 1,885 2,045 Sep 1, 3, 5, 8, 12, 17 SG 1,715 1,825 free time to browse the local shops, watch Sep 5, 9, 12, 14, 19, 23, 26, 28 1,680 1,825 Sep 6, 10, 13, 15, 20, 24, 27, 29 1,495 1,615 some street performers, see the medieval Sep 18, 21, 25, 30 SG 1,885 2,045 Sep 19, 22, 26 SG 1,715 1,825 buildings, or relax in one of the many pubs Oct 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 30 SG 1,660 1,770 Oct 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 31 SG 1,460 1,575 and cafes. Travel across the country to Dublin, Oct 3, 10, 19, 23 1,470 1,585 Oct 4, 11, 20, 24 1,265 1,380 where you’re free to spend the night dining in one of the city’s excellent restaurants or Nov 6 1,325 1,425 Nov 7 1,115 1,215 exploring its legendary pubs. (B) Nov 13 SG 1,495 1,595 Nov 14 SG 1,295 1,395 Dec 11 1,315 1,415 Dec 12 1,095 1,215 Day 7: Tour Ends in Dublin Single room supplement: Tour B $320 Tour A $430 Single room supplement: Tour C $240 Tour D $350 Tours A & D end after breakfast today. (B) SG – Small Group Departure: maximum of only 26 guests GROUP AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Roundtrip Group Airport Transfers included when you book our flights – $30 per person fee applies to land only bookings. Start date of tour: Transfers leave Dublin Airport’s Terminal 2 at 7:00 am, 9:30 am or 12:00 noon. End date of tour: Transfers arrive Shannon Airport at 6:00 am or 9:00 am for Tours B & C. Transfers arrive Dublin Airport at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon for Tours A & D. All prices per person sharing in U.S. Dollars Tour Code: TAA22 AUTHENTIC LOCAL EXPERIENCES Visit a farm in the beautiful mountains of County Kerry and watch border collies hard at work as they round up sheep. Tour the magnificent State Apartments of Dublin Castle – once the living quarters of the viceregal court, the Apartments today are the venue for presidential inaugurations and other official ceremonies. Dublin Castle Throne Room Blarney Castle, Co. Cork See full tour details at cietours.com/taste-ireland ©Tourism Ireland/Brian Morrison 20
IRELAND SOUTH DAYTRIPPER Thatched roof cottage in Adare ©Fáilte Ireland/Tourism Ireland/Chris Hill Photographic FROM The pretty village of Adare will be your hub $1,815 Land Only for this tour – feel like a local as you unpack 7 DAYS | 6 NIGHTS | 12 MEALS once and visit many favorite attractions. Day 1: Walking Tour of Adare & Welcome Dinner pending mo Your tour begins at 2:00 PM at your hotel. TRIP HIGHLIGHTS ut s re ho The Dunraven, your home for the next five . it Get more w n Blarney Castle nights, is a luxury, family-run hotel in the Cliffs of Moher heart of Adare, one of Ireland’s prettiest DUBLIN . t a il s n villages. Adare’s history stretches back to de for Cliffs of Burren n Ring of Kerry See page 5 the 12th century, and the hotel is one of Moher Highlights oldest in Ireland, dating back to the 18th ADARE n Dingle Peninsula century. Take a guided walking tour to see the village’s charming thatched cottages Dingle n Lunch and Irish Music in Dublin and ancient churches, and discover the many Killarney Blarney Cobh n Jaunting Car Ride in Killarney historic buildings that were built in the early Kenmare Cork Start City 19th century by the Earl of Dunraven. In the Overnight Stops Tom Crean’s South Pole Inn End City n evening, enjoy a welcome drink and dinner n Sheepdog Demonstration with your group at Aunty Lena’s Bar, which adjoins the beautifully preserved Adare and wildlife. Immerse yourself in farm life Court House. (D) as you watch highly skilled sheepdogs herd HOTELS their flock; then sit down to a cup of tea and n The Dunraven Hotel, Adare (5) Day 2: Cliffs of Moher, The Burren & homemade scones. Dine in your hotel in Sheepdog Demonstration Adare this evening. (B, D) n Aloft Dublin City Hotel, Dublin (1) Travel to the Cliffs of Moher, stunning sea cliffs that tower above churning Atlantic Day 3: Ring of Kerry Highlights, MEALS swells. Proceed on to the Burren, an Jaunting Car Ride & Killarney 6 hot breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and incredible landscape of glacial-era limestone Depart for a scenic drive through the 4 dinners (D) dotted with cliffs, caves, and unique flowers highlights of the famous Ring of Kerry, taking in the rugged coastline and mountainous landscapes. Admire the scenery at Ladies View, so named because Queen Victoria’s ladies-in-waiting were charmed by the vista on the Queen’s visit to Ireland in 1861. Stop in the stunning Gap of Dunloe for a visit to Moriarty’s, our CIE Tours preferred shopping partner. Take some free time to explore the charming town of Kenmare. Head to Killarney, where you’ll travel via jaunting car to view the lakes and enjoy a photo opportunity at the picturesque Ross Castle, before having some free time to explore the town independently. Continue on back to Adare, where you’ll dine in your hotel. (B, D) Lakes of Killarney, Co. Kerry ©Tourism Ireland/Chris Hill Photographic HealyTours.com | 21
Day 4: Dingle Peninsula & South Pole Inn take some independent time to discover the Travel to the rugged mountainous town. Depart for Blarney Castle where you landscapes of the Dingle Peninsula; many can kiss the “Stone of Eloquence” or explore people speak Irish in this stronghold of the elegant gardens. Return to your hotel for traditional culture. In Ventry, stop for a special dinner there with your group. (B, D) lunch at Páidi Ó Sé’s pub. Páidi Ó Sé was a Day 6: Lunch at Taylors Three Rock & legendary Gaelic footballer, and his pub is Independent Dublin Sightseeing a lively spot for sport and music, attracting Head to Dublin for a lunchtime private pub celebrity visitors. Travel on to the charming experience at Taylors Three Rock. A band will town of Dingle to enjoy some free time, and play traditional music just for your group – then head to the South Pole Inn for a drink; and you’ll have the opportunity to learn the you’ll hear the story of Ireland’s Antarctic art of pouring a pint of Guinness. Spend the explorer, Thomas Crean, who made several rest of the day exploring independently on trips to the South Pole with Robert Scott and a Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour. A voucher will Ernest Shackleton. Return to Adare where admit you to your choice of one of the city’s your evening is free to explore and dine top attractions: the GPO Museum, EPIC independently. (B, L) The Irish Emigration Museum, or Teeling Day 5: Scenic Train to Cobh, Titanic Whiskey Distillery. Enjoy an evening free to Walking Tour & Blarney Castle discover Dublin’s pub and restaurant scene. Take one of Ireland’s most scenic rail Your hotel is in a great location in the historic journeys from Cork and arrive in the seaport Liberties – near the Guinness Storehouse and town of Cobh. Its picturesque harbor was close to the lively pubs of Temple Bar. (B, L) the last glimpse of Ireland for millions of emigrants over the centuries. Take a guided Day 7: Tour Ends in Dublin walking tour to explore Cobh’s role as the Your tour ends in Dublin after breakfast. (B) Ha’penny Bridge, Dublin ©Tourism Ireland/James Fennell last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic, and 7 DAY IRELAND SOUTH DAYTRIPPER Book overnight flights from North America 1 day earlier than tour start date 7 DAY IRELAND SOUTH DAYTRIPPER Tour starts Adare SG Tour ends Dublin 7 Day Land only Sun Apr 17 Sat Apr 23 $1,815 Sun Apr 24 SG Sat Apr 30 1,990 Sun May 01 SG Sat May 07 2,085 Sun May 15 SG Sat May 21 2,085 Sun May 22 Sat May 28 1,885 Sun May 29 SG Sat Jun 04 2,095 Sun Jun 05 Sat Jun 11 1,925 Sun Jun 19 Sat Jun 25 1,925 Sun Jun 26 SG Sat Jul 02 2,095 Traditional Music at Taylors Three Rock, Dublin Sun Jul 10 SG Sat Jul 16 2,095 Sun Jul 17 SG Sat Jul 23 2,095 Sun Jul 24 Sat Jul 30 1,925 Sun Aug 07 Sat Aug 13 1,925 AUTHENTIC LOCAL EXPERIENCES Sun Aug 14 SG Sat Aug 20 2,095 Live like a local in one of Ireland’s most Sun Aug 21 Sat Aug 27 1,925 charming villages as you spend five nights in Adare, Co. Limerick. This Sun Sep 04 SG Sat Sep 10 2,095 historic town is the perfect hub for your Sun Sep 11 SG Sat Sep 17 2,095 vacation: get to know the lively shops Sun Sep 18 Sat Sep 24 1,925 and pubs as you explore. Sun Sep 25 SG Sat Oct 01 2,095 Sun Oct 02 SG Sat Oct 08 2,045 Discover the rich history of Cobh – recently named by travel bible Condé Sun Oct 09 Sat Oct 15 1,885 Nast as one of Europe’s 25 most Sun Oct 16 Sat Oct 22 1,815 beautiful small towns. The departure Single room supplement: 7 Day $530 point for millions of emigrants over the SG – Small Group Departure: maximum of only 26 guests centuries, Cobh was the last port of call GROUP AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Roundtrip Group Airport Transfers for the Titanic. Cobh, Co. Cork included when you book our flights – $30 per person fee applies ©Tourism Ireland/Brian Morrison to land only bookings. Start date of tour: Transfers leave Shannon Airport at 7:30 and 11:30 am. End date of tour: Transfers arrive Dublin Airport at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12 noon. All prices per person sharing in U.S. Dollars Tour Code: IDA22 HealyTours.com | 22
BEST OF IRELAND SOUTH Ross Castle, Co. Kerry FROM See many of Ireland’s top attractions, including $1,375 Land Only the stunningly beautiful Dingle Peninsula 6 DAYS | 5 NIGHTS | 10 MEALS (Tour D) on this great tour for first-timers. 7 DAYS | 6 NIGHTS | 11 MEALS (Tour C) Day 1: Independent Exploration in Dublin 7 DAYS | 6 NIGHTS | 11 MEALS (Tour B) Tours A & B begin. Explore Dublin 8 DAYS | 7 NIGHTS | 12 MEALS (Tour A) independently. Head into the city center, to take the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour and see this vibrant city of Georgian squares, bustling DUBLIN Galway pending mo pubs, and the River Liffey. Choose a visit to Kildare TRIP HIGHLIGHTS ut s re ho one of Dublin’s top attractions using your Cliffs of NEWMARKET- . it Get more w n Blarney Castle Moher ON-FERGUS voucher: EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, n Dingle Peninsula Teeling Distillery, or the GPO Museum. You Shannon . t a il s Limerick n Trinity College & are free to explore the restaurants and pubs de r Book of Kells See page 5 fo of the city center, or return to your hotel, for n Sheepdog Demonstration independent dining as you wish. Dingle KILLARNEY n Little Museum of Dublin Blarney Start City Day 2: Dublin Tour, Book of Kells & Overnight Stops n Muckross Schoolhouse Little Museum of Dublin End City n Jaunting Car Ride in Killarney Tours C & D begin today. Tours A & B there with your group before returning to n Medieval Castle Banquet enjoy a free morning in Dublin for further your hotel for dinner. (B, D) independent sightseeing with the included HOTELS vouchers. Meet your guide at 2:30 PM in the Day 3: Sheepdog Demonstration, n Talbot Hotel Stillorgan, Dublin Blarney Castle & Killarney hotel lobby and set off on a panoramic tour (2 – A & B, 1 – C & D) Relax and enjoy the farmlands of the of Dublin city center. Take a walking tour of Scotts Hotel, Killarney (2) picturesque midlands. Savor farm life as you n Trinity College with a local guide; visit the visit a traditional farm; enjoy homemade n The Inn at Dromoland, library to see the Book of Kells, the famed scones with tea, and watch trained dogs Newmarket-on-Fergus (2) 9th-century manuscript that is perhaps show off their skills herding sheep. Visit n Grand Canal Hotel, Dublin or Clayton Ireland’s greatest cultural treasure. Next, Blarney Castle to kiss the famous “Stone of Hotel, Dublin Airport (1– A & C) visit the Little Museum of Dublin; located in Eloquence” or explore the tranquil gardens. MEALS a Georgian townhouse, it tells the fascinating Travel through Macroom and into County 5, 6 or 7 hot breakfasts (B) and 5 story of the city. Your after-hours visit is a Kerry where the scenery becomes more dinners (D) CIE Tours Exclusive – sip a welcome drink mountainous. Arrive in the charming town of Killarney. (B, D) Day 4: Dingle Peninsula, Traditional Irish Dinner at Muckross Schoolhouse Discover the glorious Dingle Peninsula, made famous in the movies “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Far & Away,” which showcased the wonderful scenery found here. Travel to Slea Head at the westernmost tip of the peninsula for awesome views of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy an evening of traditional Irish entertainment over dinner at Muckross Cliffs of Moher, Co. Clare ©Tourism Ireland/Chris Hill Schoolhouse – a CIE Tours Exclusive. (B, D) Photographic 23 | CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR 484-241-0862
Day 5: Jaunting Car Ride, Adare & BEST OF IRELAND SOUTH TOURS A-D Limerick Panoramic Tour Take a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car TOUR A: 8 Days Dublin to Dublin TOUR C: 7 Days Dublin to Dublin 2 nts Dublin, 2 nts Killarney, 2 nts Shannon, 1 nt Dublin 1 nt Dublin, 2 nts Killarney, 2 nts Shannon, 1 nt Dublin through the Killarney National Park to Ross TOUR B: 7 Days Dublin to Shannon TOUR D: 6 Days Dublin to Shannon Castle and Kenmare Estate. Visit Moriarty’s 2 nts Dublin, 2 nts Killarney, 2 nts Shannon 1 nt Dublin, 2 nts Killarney, 2 nts Shannon in the Gap of Dunloe, a CIE Tours preferred Book overnight flights from North America 1 day earlier than tour start date. Book overnight flights from North America 1 day earlier than tour start date. shopping partner. Stop in the picturesque Departures Tour B-7D Tour A-8D Departures Tour D-6D Tour C-7D Saturdays & Thursdays Land only Land only Sundays & Fridays Land only Land only village of Adare, with its thatched cottages and colorful garden, before proceeding Mar 5, 12 $1,560 $1,760 Mar 6, 13 $1,375 $1,575 to Limerick for a panoramic tour. Dine at a medieval-style feast, where lords and ladies Mar 24 SG 1,730 1,960 Mar 25 SG 1,545 1,780 will serenade you with songs and music from Apr 2, 14, 16 1,635 1,795 Apr 3, 15, 17 1,475 1,655 days of yore. (B, D) Apr 7 SG 1,820 1,995 Apr 8 SG 1,665 1,875 Day 6: Cliffs of Moher & Galway Apr 28 1,795 1,970 Apr 29 1,635 1,795 Travel along the coast of County Clare to Apr 30 SG 1,995 2,215 the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, soaring May 1, 13, 20 SG 1,845 2,045 700 feet above the churning Atlantic. Drive May 7, 14, 21, 26 1,795 1,970 May 8, 15, 22, 27 1,635 1,795 through the austerely beautiful landscape May 12, 19 SG 1,995 2,215 of the Burren on your way to Galway. Join a May 29 SG 1,960 2,165 May 28 SG 2,115 2,345 local guide in Galway for a walking tour of Jun 3, 5, 24 SG 1,960 2,165 this thriving historic city; see its charming Jun 2, 4, 23 SG 2,115 2,345 medieval streetscape, filled with small local Jun 10, 12, 19, 26 1,740 1,915 Jun 9, 11, 18, 25 1,895 2,095 shops and cafes, and many street musicians. Jul 3, 17, 22, 31 SG 1,960 2,165 Return to your hotel in Clare for dinner. (B, D) Jul 2, 16, 21, 30 SG 2,115 2,345 Jul 8, 15, 29 1,740 1,915 Jul 7, 14, 28 1,895 2,095 Day 7: Irish National Stud & Dublin Aug 5, 7, 19, 26 SG 1,960 2,165 Tours B & D end today in Shannon after Aug 4, 6, 18, 25 SG 2,115 2,345 breakfast. Tours A & C enjoy the scenic Aug 14, 21, 28 1,740 1,915 Aug 13, 20, 27 1,895 2,095 Irish countryside on your way to Kildare Sep 2, 9, 16, 30 1,740 1,915 Sep 1, 8, 15, 29 1,895 2,095 where you’ll visit the home of equine royalty, The Irish National Stud. Here you’ll Sep 3, 10, 17, 22, 24 SG 2,115 2,345 Sep 4, 11, 18, 23, 25 SG 1,960 2,165 see impeccably-bred stallions alongside Oct 1, 8, 15 1,730 1,915 Oct 2, 9, 16 1,550 1,740 protective mares, frolicking foals, and athletic Oct 6, 13, 22 SG 1,915 2,135 Oct 7, 14, 23 SG 1,755 1,970 yearlings. Stroll around the delightful grounds to explore St. Fiachra’s Garden, including its Oct 20 1,560 1,760 Oct 21 1,375 1,575 miniature Japanese Gardens. Spend the rest Single room supplement: Tour B $315 Tour A $395 Single room supplement: Tour D $260 Tour C $340 of the day at your leisure and dine at your choice of one of the many restaurants or SG – Small Group Departure: maximum of only 26 guests pubs scattered throughout Dublin. (B) GROUP AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Roundtrip Group Airport Transfers included when you book our flights – $30 per person fee applies to land only bookings. Day 8: Tour Ends in Dublin Start date of tour: Transfers leave Dublin Airport’s Terminal 2 at 7:00 am, 9:30 am or 12:00 noon. End date of tour: Transfers arrive Shannon Airport at 6:00 am or 9:00 am for Tours B & D. Transfers arrive Dublin Airport at 6:00 am, Tours A & C end after breakfast today. (B) 9:00 am or 12:00 noon for Tours A & C. All prices per person sharing in U.S. Dollars Tour Code: ISA22 CIE TOURS EXCLUSIVES Step back in time at Muckross Schoolhouse, showing the experience of schoolchildren of the past. Learn your cúpla focal (few words) in a fun Irish-language lesson before enjoying a private dinner with entertainment. Visit the Little Museum of Dublin for a fascinating look at the city’s history, and an after-hours entry where you’ll get a private tour as you sip on beer or wine. Muckross Schoolhouse See full tour details at cietours.com/best-ireland-south Sheepdog Demonstration HealyTours.com | 24
IRISH HERITAGE King John’s Castle, Limerick ©Tourism Ireland/Brian Morrison FROM See all the classic sights on our longest-running $1,995 Land Only tour – and on the 8-day option, luxuriate in a 7 DAYS | 6 NIGHTS | 11 MEALS stay at the elegant 5-star Dromoland Castle. 8 DAYS | 7 NIGHTS | 13 MEALS Day 1: Limerick, King John’s Castle & Medieval Castle Banquet Your tour begins at 2:00 PM at your Limerick ut s pending mo re hotel, when you meet your guide for a TRIP HIGHLIGHTS ho panoramic tour of Limerick. Next, visit King . it DUBLIN Get more w n Medieval Castle John’s Castle and immerse yourself in 800 Kildare 2 Banquet years of dramatic local history. Then enjoy Cliffs of DROMOLAND Glendalough . t a il s a welcome drink with your group, and head Moher CASTLE n Cliffs of Moher Shannon de r See page 5 fo out for a medieval-style banquet. (D) n Sheepdog LIMERICK WATERFORD Demonstration Day 2: Cliffs of Moher, River Shannon 1 Ferry & Killarney n Glasnevin Cemetery Museum 2 KILLARNEY Cobh Take in the spectacular beauty of the Ring Blarney Start City n House of Waterford Crystal Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above the of Kerry Overnight Stops n King John’s Castle Atlantic surf. Relax on a ferry ride across End City the River Shannon Estuary, and travel on to n Ring of Kerry Killarney. Enjoy free time before dinner. (B, D) which features some of Ireland’s most n Blarney Castle Day 3: Ring of Kerry, Jaunting Car Ride, spectacular scenery and some of the locations n Irish Night in Dublin Sheepdog Demonstration & Rozzers from the Star Wars films. Passing through Restaurant Waterville and the village of Sneem, stop at n Irish National Stud (8-day tour) Travel via jaunting car to Ross Castle & Moll’s Gap for views of the mountainous n Dromoland Castle Dinner Killarney Estate. Visit Moriarty’s, a CIE Tours Macgillycuddy’s Reeks. Experience farm life (8-day tour) preferred shopping partner, in the beautiful at a nearby farm and watch specially trained Gap of Dunloe, then embark on Ireland’s most dogs herding sheep. Return to Killarney for HOTELS popular scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry. You’ll dinner at the award-winning Rozzers have plenty of photo stops along the route, Restaurant at The Killeen House. (B, D) n Clayton Hotel Limerick, Limerick (1) n The Brehon Hotel, Killarney (2) n Granville Hotel, Waterford (1) n Davenport Hotel, Dublin (2) n Dromoland Castle Hotel, Newmarket-on-Fergus (1 – 8-day tour) MEALS 6 or 7 hot breakfasts (B) and 5 or 6 dinners (D) Ring of Kerry, Co. Kerry 25| CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR 484-241-0862
Day 4: Blarney Castle, Cobh Heritage Day 6: Glasnevin Cemetery Museum & Centre & Waterford Walking Tour Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour in Dublin Visit the famous Blarney Castle and climb Set out on a panoramic tour of Dublin to the winding steps to kiss the famous stone, see the highlights of Ireland’s capital city. or walk through the lovely parklands and Next, tour Glasnevin Cemetery, the world’s gardens. Head to the Cobh Heritage Centre first cemetery museum, telling the story of where you can trace your ancestors, learn the 1.5 million people buried there. It offers more about the ill-fated Titanic and Lusitania, fascinating insight into Irish history and the or immerse yourself in the history of Irish people who lived it. Spend the afternoon emigrants. Relax as you follow the coastal touring independently, with your tickets to route to Waterford. In the evening, take a the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour, and choose gentle walk with a local historian who will one of these popular attractions: Teeling reveal Waterford’s Viking and medieval Distillery, the GPO Museum, or EPIC The Irish past. (B, D) Emigration Museum. (B) Day 5: House of Waterford Crystal Day 7: Irish National Stud & & Glendalough Dromoland Castle Hotel Watch skilled artisans create sparkling The 7-day tour ends after breakfast in Dublin. masterpieces at the House of Waterford The 8-day tour will continue on to visit the Crystal, a CIE Tours preferred shopping home of equine royalty, The Irish National partner. Travel through the stunning Stud, where you’ll see impeccably-bred scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the stallions alongside protective mares, Medieval Castle Banquet way to Glendalough, one of Ireland’s most frolicking foals, and athletic yearlings. Stroll beautiful destinations. There you’ll explore around the delightful grounds to explore the remains of one of the most important St. Fiachra’s Garden and the Japanese 7 OR 8 DAY IRISH HERITAGE monastic sites in Ireland, founded by St. Gardens. Travel to the majestic and deluxe Book overnight flights from North America 1 day earlier than tour start date Kevin in the 6th century. Continue on to your Dromoland Castle Hotel. Relax in the elegant Tour starts Tour ends 7 Day 8 Day Shannon SG Dublin* Land only Land only hotel in Dublin. This evening dine on Irish surroundings of this wonderful fairytale castle. Savor a delicious farewell dinner in Mon Mar 07 SG Sun Mar 13 $2,150 $2,595 specialties at the Merry Ploughboy Pub while enjoying a lively show of traditional Irish the oak-paneled dining room. (B, D) Mon Apr 04 Sun Apr 10 1,995 2,475 songs and step-dancing. (B, D) Day 8: Tour Ends at Dromoland Mon Apr 25 SG Sun May 01 2,255 2,755 The 8-day tour ends after breakfast. (B) Mon May 02 SG Sun May 08 2,520 3,285 Mon May 16 SG Sun May 22 2,520 3,285 Mon May 23 SG Sun May 29 2,520 3,285 Mon May 30 Sun Jun 05 2,295 3,045 Mon Jun 13 SG Sun Jun 19 2,575 3,350 Mon Jun 20 Sun Jun 26 2,295 3,045 Mon Jun 27 SG Sun Jul 03 2,575 3,350 Mon Jul 11 Sun Jul 17 2,295 3,045 Mon Jul 25 SG Sun Jul 31 2,575 3,350 Mon Aug 01 SG Sun Aug 07 2,575 3,350 Mon Aug 22 SG Sun Aug 28 2,575 3,350 Dromoland Castle, Newmarket-on-Fergus Mon Aug 29 Sun Sep 04 2,295 3,045 Mon Sep 05 SG Sun Sep 11 2,575 3,350 Mon Sep 12 Sun Sep 18 2,295 3,045 AUTHENTIC LOCAL EXPERIENCES Visit the Irish National Stud, the home of Mon Sep 19 Sun Sep 25 2,295 3,045 some of the world’s finest thoroughbreds. Mon Sep 26 SG Sun Oct 02 2,575 3,350 See the horses and take a serene stroll Mon Oct 03 SG Sun Oct 09 2,285 2,840 through St Fiachra’s Garden, commemo- rating the patron saint of gardeners, and Mon Oct 10 Sun Oct 16 1,995 2,475 the Japanese Gardens. Single room supplement: 7 Day $480 8 Day $880 Visit Glasnevin National Cemetery – the *8 day tour returns from Shannon one day later than shown above world’s first cemetery museum, it offers SG – Small Group Departure: maximum of only 26 guests a fascinating perspective on Irish history GROUP AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Roundtrip Group Airport Transfers included when you book our flights – $30 per person fee applies and many of the people who lived it. to land only bookings. Irish National Stud, Co. Kildare Start date of tour: Transfers leave Shannon Airport at 7:00 am, 10:00 am or 12:00 noon. End date of tour: 7 Day tour: transfers arrive Dublin Airport at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon. 8 Day tour: transfers arrive Shannon Airport at 6:00 am or 9:00 am. All prices per person sharing in U.S. Dollars Tour Code: HEA22 HealyTours.com | 26
SOUTHERN GEMS Blarney Castle, Co. Cork ©Tourism Ireland/Brian Morrison FROM Visit many beloved highlights of Ireland, $1,780 Land Only and stay in two of Ireland’s most delightful 7 DAYS | 6 NIGHTS | 10 MEALS towns, Kinsale and Dingle. See all these sights and more on the 14- or 15-day Jewels of Ireland, on page 58. Day 1: Dublin City Tour & Dublin Castle Meet your guide at 2:00 PM at your Dublin hotel. Take a panoramic tour of the city, then pending mo tour splendid Dublin Castle. Learn the pivotal TRIP HIGHLIGHTS ut s re ho role of the castle in Irish history since it began . it Get more w n Irish Night in Dublin as a medieval fortress, and see the lavish DUBLIN n Blarney Castle State Apartments – once the residence Cliffs of . of English viceroys, and today the site of Moher t a il s n Blasket Centre SHANNON de for presidential inaugurations. Enjoy a welcome n Cliffs of Moher See page 5 drink with your group before enjoying an Foynes n Dublin Castle evening free to dine as you wish. n Foynes Flying Boat & Blarney DINGLE Maritime Museum Day 2: Dublin Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour Killarney Start City n Kinsale & Taylors Three Rock Pub Overnight Stops KINSALE n Dingle Peninsula Drive/ Tour Dublin independently, on a Hop-On, End City Slea Head Loop Hop-Off bus tour. Plus choose a visit to one n Medieval Castle Banquet of Dublin’s top attractions – Teeling Distillery, old fishing town now known for art galleries EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, or the and gourmet food. Join a local guide for a HOTELS GPO Museum. Join your group in the evening fascinating walk around its historic streets, n The Gibson Hotel, Dublin (2) for a dinner of Irish specialties and a lively once besieged by the Spanish Armada, n Kinsale Hotel & Spa, Kinsale (1) show at Taylors Three Rock Pub. (B, D) before dinner in your hotel. (B, D) n Dingle Skellig Hotel, Dingle (2) Day 3: Blarney Castle & Kinsale Walking Tour Day 4: Killarney & Dingle n Oakwood Hotel, Shannon (1) Travel to Blarney Castle; climb the winding Head west to the bustling, friendly town of MEALS staircase to kiss its famous stone or enjoy Killarney, where you will have free time to 6 hot breakfasts (B) and 4 dinners (D) the gardens. Go to Kinsale, a picturesque explore. Next, visit Moriarty’s in the Gap Medieval-style banquet Kinsale Harbour, Co. Cork ©Tourism Ireland/Tim Thompson 27 | CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR 484-241-0862
of Dunloe, a CIE Tours preferred shopping wander and dine as you wish in this quaint partner. Continue on to Dingle, where you seaside village. (B) will dine in your hotel. (B, D) Day 6: Cliffs of Moher & Day 5: Slea Head Loop, Blasket Centre, Medieval Castle Banquet Murphy’s Ice Cream & Dingle Visit the Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Set out on the Slea Head Loop, one of Museum, which recalls how a small village Ireland’s most beautiful drives, through became one of the world’s greatest hubs for scenic ocean and mountain vistas. Visit the air travel in the 1930s and 1940s. Drive to the Blasket Centre in Dunquin to learn about magnificent Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet the Blasket Islands, visible off the coast. above the Atlantic Ocean. In the evening, Abandoned in 1954, they were once a lively head to a castle for a medieval-style banquet outpost of traditional culture and language. with traditional songs and stories. (B, D) Return to Dingle and visit Murphy’s Ice Cream; taste their distinctive flavors like Day 7: Tour Ends in Shannon Irish Orange Marmalade, Brown Bread, Your tour ends after breakfast. (B) and Dingle Gin. Take the rest of the day to Dunquin Harbour, Co. Kerry ©Tourism Ireland/Patrick Lennon 7 DAY SOUTHERN GEMS Book overnight flights from North America 1 day earlier than tour start date Tour starts Tour ends 7 Day Dublin SG Shannon Land only Sun Apr 10 SG Sat Apr 16 $2,030 Sun Apr 17 Sat Apr 23 1,780 Sun May 01 SG Sat May 07 2,200 Sun May 15 Sat May 21 1,935 Sun May 22 SG Sat May 28 2,200 Sun May 29 SG Sat Jun 04 2,245 Sun Jun 05 SG Sat Jun 11 2,315 Sun Jun 12 Sat Jun 18 2,030 Sun Jun 19 SG Sat Jun 25 2,315 Sun Jun 26 Sat Jul 02 2,030 Sun Jul 03 Sat Jul 09 1,990 Fri Jul 08 SG Thu Jul 14 2,315 Fri Jul 15 SG Thu Jul 21 2,315 Sun Jul 17 Sat Jul 23 1,990 Fri Aug 05 SG Thu Aug 11 2,315 Fri Aug 12 Thu Aug 18 2,030 Sun Aug 14 SG Sat Aug 20 2,315 Slea Head, Co. Kerry ©Tourism Ireland/Chris Hill Photographic Sun Aug 21 SG Sat Aug 27 2,315 Sun Aug 28 Sat Sep 03 2,030 Sun Sep 04 SG Sat Sep 10 2,315 AUTHENTIC LOCAL EXPERIENCES Sun Sep 11 Sat Sep 17 2,030 Hear the colorful story of the picturesque Sun Sep 18 Sat Sep 24 2,030 port town of Kinsale – and the role it played in Irish, English and Spanish history Fri Sep 23 SG Thu Sep 29 2,315 in the 1600s. A local guide will lead you Sun Sep 25 Sat Oct 01 2,030 through the medieval streets. Fri Sep 30 SG Thu Oct 06 2,260 Savor the distinctive, handmade flavors Sun Oct 02 SG Sat Oct 08 2,095 of Murphy’s Ice Cream, made with milk Sun Oct 16 Sat Oct 22 1,780 from local Kerry cows, in the charming Single room supplement: 7 Day $430 town of Dingle. SG – Small Group Departure: maximum of only 26 guests GROUP AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Roundtrip Group Airport Transfers included when you book our flights – $30 per person fee applies Murphy’s Ice Cream, Dingle, Co. Kerry to land only bookings. Start date of tour: Transfers leave Dublin Airport’s Terminal 2 at 7:00 am, 9:30 am or 12:00 noon. End date of tour: Transfers arrive Shannon Airport at 6:00 am or 9:00 am. All prices per person sharing in U.S. Dollars Tour Code: JEA22 HealyTours.com | 28
EVERGREEN IRELAND NORTH Belfast City Hall ©Tourism Northern Ireland/Brian Morrison FROM Giantʼs Scenic wonders, lively cities, and cozy firesides: Causeway $875 Land Only visit Donegal, Giant’s Causeway, charming LETTERKENNY Derry 7 DAYS | 6 NIGHTS | 9 MEALS Carlingford, and more. Donegal BELFAST Day 1: Dublin Tour & Welcome Drink Sligo Your tour begins at 2:00 PM at your hotel. Carlingford pending mo TRIP HIGHLIGHTS ut s re Enjoy a panoramic tour of Dublin, a city ho . known for its literary heritage, Georgian it Get more w n Irish Night in architecture, famed pubs, and the wit of its GALWAY Athlone Dublin people. See the capital city’s sights including . t a il s n Titanic Belfast Trinity College, St. Stephen’s Green, the DUBLIN de for n Sean’s Bar in See page 5 River Liffey and more. Return to your hotel Athlone for a welcome drink with your group before n Galway Walking Tour free time for dinner on your own. n Sheepdog Demonstration Day 2: Sean’s Bar & Galway Walking Tour n Derry Walking Tour Proceed to Athlone for a CIE Tours Exclusive, Start City n Giant’s Causeway a visit to Sean’s Bar, Ireland’s oldest pub Overnight Stops dating back to 900 AD. Choose a creamy End City n Crosskeys Inn Irish coffee or another drink and raise your HOTELS glass as visitors have for centuries. Travel on Day 4: Derry Walking Tour, to Galway and join a local guide for a walking Giant’s Causeway & Crosskeys Inn n Academy Plaza Hotel, Dublin (1) tour of this buzzing city on the River Corrib. Join a local guide for a walking tour of n Galway Bay Hotel, Galway (1) There’s much to see in the city that was historic Derry, viewing the Old City, with its n Station House Hotel, Letterkenny (1) chosen the European Capital of Culture for fortification walls dating back to the 17th n AC Hotel by Marriott, Belfast (2) 2020: the medieval streetscape, Eyre Square, century. Proceed on to the Giant’s Causeway, n Academy Plaza Hotel, Dublin (1) the Spanish Arch. Take some time to explore impressive sea cliffs and hexagonal basalt on your own – listen to the buskers (street column formations along the Atlantic, which MEALS musicians), stop into a pub, or explore the folklore says was built by the legendary Finn 6 hot breakfasts (B) and 3 dinners (D) many small shops that line the main street. MacCool. Experience this awe-inspiring Dine independently this evening. (B) natural spectacle and take in an exhibition about its history. Enjoy dinner with your Day 3: Donegal & Sheepdog Demonstration group at the oldest thatched pub in Ireland Travel on to County Sligo to view an amazing dating to 1654, the Crosskeys Inn. A CIE demonstration of highly-skilled dogs herding Tours exclusive venue, it’s one of Ireland’s sheep at their owner’s command. Journey most famous traditional music pubs. (B, D) on through rugged scenery and arrive in Donegal, a town established around a Viking Day 5: Belfast Tour & Titanic Belfast harbor and today known for handcrafted Take a panoramic tour of Belfast, a port city tweeds and woolens. Visit our CIE Tours rich in history, with a dynamic arts scene. Its preferred shopping partner Triona Design. wealth of architectural heritage includes the Take some free time to discover the charm imposing City Hall, built in 1906 in a classical of this lively town. Head on to Letterkenny, Renaissance style, and the Parliament where you will dine in your hotel. (B, D) Buildings at Stormont, home of the Northern Merry Ploughboy Pub, Dublin 29 | CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR 484-241-0862
Ireland Assembly, which arose out of the 1990s peace process. Visit Titanic Belfast to discover the role Belfast ship-builders played in the history of the ill-fated ocean-liner. (B) Day 6: Carlingford & The Merry Ploughboy Travel to the charming historic town of Carlingford on the Cooley Peninsula, famous for its beautiful views, oyster farms, and medieval church. Explore the town independently, with time to see some of the historic sites and browse the shops. Return to Dublin for a lively evening of dinner and traditional Irish entertainment at the Merry Ploughboy pub. (B, D) Day 7: Tour Ends in Dublin Your tour ends in Dublin after breakfast. (B) Giant’s Causeway, Co. Antrim ©Tourism Ireland/Chris Hill Photographic Titanic Belfast ©Tourism Ireland/Chris Hill 7 DAY EVERGREEN IRELAND NORTH Book overnight flights from North America 1 day earlier than tour start date Tour starts Tour ends 7 Day City Walls, Derry ©Tourism Northern Ireland/Brian Morrison Dublin Dublin Land only Sun Jan 09 SG Sat Jan 15 $995 Sun Jan 23 Sat Jan 29 875 Sun Feb 06 SG Sat Feb 12 995 Sun Feb 20 Sat Feb 26 895 CIE TOURS EXCLUSIVES Sun Mar 06 SG Sat Mar 12 1,070 Cozy up by the turf fire under the Sun Mar 20 Sat Mar 26 950 thatched roof of Crosskeys Inn. This Sun Nov 06 SG Sat Nov 12 1,020 atmospheric, stone-walled pub, a CIE Sun Nov 13 Sat Nov 19 895 Tours Exclusive, dates back to 1654. Sun Nov 20 SG Sat Nov 26 1,020 Sun Nov 27 Sat Dec 03 895 Sip a creamy Irish coffee in Ireland’s Sun Dec 04 SG Sat Dec 10 995 oldest pub, Sean’s Bar in Athlone, Sun Dec 11 Sat Dec 17 895 dating back to 900 AD, in a CIE Tours Single room supplement: 7 Day $380 Exclusive. SG – Small Group Departure: maximum of only 26 guests GROUP AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Roundtrip Group Airport Transfers included when you book our flights – $30 per person fee applies Crosskeys Inn to land only bookings. Start date of tour: Transfers leave Dublin Airport’s Terminal 2 at 7:00 am, 9:30 am or 12:00 noon. End date of tour: Transfers arrive Dublin Airport at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12 noon. All prices per person sharing in U.S. Dollars Tour Code: EVN22 HealyTours.com | 30
EVERGREEN IRELAND SOUTH Ha’penny Bridge, Dublin FROM This spirited tour offers many of Ireland’s $920 Land Only must-see highlights, with plenty of time for 7 DAYS | 6 NIGHTS | 9 MEALS independent exploration. Day 1: Dublin City Tour, Guinness Storehouse & Welcome Drink pending mo Your tour begins at 2:00 PM in your hotel. TRIP HIGHLIGHTS ut s re ho Set out with a local guide to see Dublin’s . it Get more w n Irish Night in many landmarks: the River Liffey, Georgian Athlone Dublin squares, St Stephen’s Green, and Trinity . t a il s n Blarney Castle College. Next, visit the Guinness Storehouse, Cliffs of DUBLIN de for Moher n Cliffs of Moher See page 5 a spectacular seven-story structure exploring SPANISH POINT n Sean’s Bar the history and making of Ireland’s most KILKENNY in Athlone famous brew, and savor a pint in the top-floor WATERFORD n Ring of Kerry Highlights Gravity Bar, with its panoramic view of the city. In the evening, meet your group for Ring Blarney n The Guinness Storehouse of Kerry KILLARNEY a welcome drink, and then you are free Start City n Medieval Castle Banquet to explore Dublin’s restaurants and nightlife. Overnight Stops End City HOTELS Day 2: Dublin Independent Sightseeing n Hilton Garden Inn Dublin Custom Take a panoramic tour of Dublin with your House, Dublin (2) tour director in the morning, then you are Day 4: Killarney & Ring of Kerry Highlights n Armada Hotel, Spanish Point (1) free for the rest of the day. You might choose Spend your day exploring the spectacular (or similar) to check out the free National Museums beauty of County Kerry. Take in the to explore Ireland’s heritage, browse the highlights of Ireland’s most famous scenic n Killarney Towers Hotel, Killarney (1) bookshops, visit some art galleries, or shop drive, the Ring of Kerry. Traverse wild n Granville Hotel, Waterford (1) mountainous terrain, picturesque rural along Grafton Street. Perhaps stop into a n Hilton Garden Inn Dublin Custom pub to enjoy refreshment and some chat villages, and the rugged coastline. Along House, Dublin (1) with the locals. (B) the way, stop at Moriarty’s in the Gap of Dunloe, a CIE Tours preferred shopping MEALS Day 3: Sean’s Bar, Cliffs of Moher & partner specializing in quality, authentic 6 hot breakfasts (B) and 3 dinners (D) Medieval Castle Banquet crafts. Enjoy free time in Killarney, a friendly Head to Athlone for a CIE Tours Exclusive, town full of charming shops and lively pubs, a visit to Sean’s Bar – dating back to 900 cafés, and restaurants. (B) AD, it’s officially the oldest pub in Europe, and possibly the world! Raise your glass Day 5: Blarney Castle & Waterford as visitors have for centuries, and sip a Visit Blarney Castle, built nearly 600 years creamy Irish Coffee. Travel westward toward ago by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftains. the Atlantic Coast, and visit the Cliffs of Climb the winding stairs to kiss the famed Moher, towering sea cliffs that soar 700 feet Blarney Stone; legend says if you do you’ll above the Atlantic. In the evening, feast in be given the gift of eloquence. Explore the a genuine castle, enjoying a medieval or castle’s extensive gardens, set on 60 acres of holiday banquet, depending on departure parkland. Proceed on to historic Waterford – dates. (B, D) Ireland’s oldest city. First settled by Vikings, Medieval Banquet ©Tourism Ireland/Stephen Power 31 | CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR 484-241-0862
Waterford reached peak prosperity in the 18th century, when it enjoyed a brisk trade with Newfoundland. Explore this beautiful port city before dining with your group in your hotel. (B, D) Day 6: Kilkenny & The Merry Ploughboy Head to Kilkenny for free time to explore independently. This lively little city dates back to the Middle Ages. Perhaps stroll along the Medieval Mile, linking the impressive castle, built by the Normans in 1195, with the 13th-century St Canice’s Cathedral. Return to Dublin for a lively evening of dinner and traditional Irish entertainment at the Merry Ploughboy pub. (B, D) Day 7: Tour Ends in Dublin Your tour ends in Dublin after breakfast. (B) Viking Triangle, Waterford Killarney, Co. Kerry ©Fáilte Ireland/Tourism Ireland/Brian Morrison 7 DAY EVERGREEN IRELAND SOUTH Exploring Kilkenny Book overnight flights from North America 1 day earlier than tour start date ©Fáilte Ireland/Tourism Ireland/Brian Morrison Tour starts Tour ends 7 Day Dublin Dublin Land only Sun Jan 02 SG Sat Jan 08 $1,035 Sun Jan 16 Sat Jan 22 920 Sun Jan 30 SG Sat Feb 05 1,050 CIE TOURS EXCLUSIVE Sun Feb 13 Sat Feb 19 935 Raise a glass at Sean’s Bar in Athlone. Sun Feb 27 SG Sat Mar 05 1,085 Welcoming the thirsty since 900 AD, it’s Sun Mar 13 Sat Mar 19 970 Sun Mar 27 SG Sat Apr 02 1,085 in the Guinness Book of Records as Sun Nov 06 Sat Nov 12 935 Europe’s oldest pub. Sun Nov 13 SG Sat Nov 19 1,050 Sun Nov 20 Sat Nov 26 935 AUTHENTIC LOCAL EXPERIENCES Sun Nov 27 SG Sat Dec 03 1,050 Enjoy some free time in the heart of Sun Dec 04 Sat Dec 10 920 Sun Dec 11 SG Sat Dec 17 1,035 animated Kilkenny – this little city will Single room supplement: 7 Day $475 charm you with its medieval roots and vibrant, modern spirit. SG – Small Group Departure: maximum of only 26 guests GROUP AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Roundtrip Group Airport Transfers included when you book our flights – $30 per person fee applies Sean’s Bar to land only bookings. Start date of tour: Transfers leave Dublin Airport’s Terminal 2 at 7:00 am, 9:30 am or 12:00 noon. End date of tour: Transfers arrive Dublin Airport at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12 noon. All prices per person sharing in U.S. Dollars Tour Code: EVS22 HealyTours.com | 32
IRISH ADVENTURE Cliffs of Moher, Co. Clare ©Tourism Ireland/Chris Hill Photographic Giantʼs FROM Maximize your vacation time with this Causeway $1,595 Land Only fast-paced tour that takes in all the major DERRY 8 DAYS | 7 NIGHTS | 14 MEALS highlights of Ireland, north and south. Donegal Belfast 9 DAYS | 8 NIGHTS | 15 MEALS Day 1: Dublin City Tour, Trinity College & Sligo Book of Kells Your tour begins at 2:00 PM at your Dublin ut s pending mo re hotel. Set out on a panoramic tour of the city. TRIP HIGHLIGHTS ho Highlights include 18th-century Georgian . it Get more w n House of houses with brightly painted doors, tranquil GALWAY DUBLIN Waterford Crystal parks, and historic O’Connell Street. Take Cliffs of . Cliffs of Moher t a il s n a guided walking tour through the campus Glendalough Moher de r n Blarney Castle See page 5 fo of Trinity College to view the illuminated n Giant’s Causeway manuscript of the Book of Kells. In the WATERFORD n Glendalough evening, enjoy a welcome drink with your n Titanic Belfast group before dinner in your hotel. (D) KILLARNEY Cobh Ring Blarney n Glyde Inn Irish Night Start City Day 2: Glendalough, Dunbrody Famine of Kerry Overnight Stops HOTELS Ship & Waterford End City n Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane, Dublin (1) Enjoy the delightful scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the way to Glendalough. the tranquil gardens. Journey west through n Dooley’s Hotel, Waterford (1) Explore the remains of one of the most rugged countryside and settle in to your n International Hotel, Killarney (2 – important monastic sites in Ireland, founded centrally located hotel in Killarney. (B, D) Monday & Wednesday departures) by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Walk through or Ballygarry Hotel, Tralee Day 4: Ring of Kerry & Killarney the deep valley to view the picturesque (2 – Friday departures) ruins of a round tower, churches, and Celtic Discover Ireland’s most popular scenic drive, n Ardilaun Hotel, Galway (1) the Ring of Kerry. In the beautiful Gap of crosses. Head southeast to the Dunbrody n Everglades Hotel, Derry (1) Famine Ship, an authentic reproduction of Dunloe, stop off at our CIE Tours preferred n Croke Park Hotel, Dublin (1 or 2) an 1840’s vessel that brought desperate Irish shopping partner, Moriarty’s. Along the way, emigrants fleeing famine to the New World. stop for lunch, take a stroll around Sneem, and MEALS Continue on to Waterford and take a stroll stop at Moll’s Gap to enjoy its panoramic views. 7 or 8 hot breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L) around the streets of this historic city with a Enjoy a free evening in Killarney, with time and 6 dinners (D) local guide before dinner. (B, D) for dining independently and perhaps a visit to one of the town’s many lively pubs. (B, L) Day 3: Waterford Crystal, Cobh & Blarney Castle Day 5: Cliffs of Moher & Galway See skilled artisans create crystal Head to the Cliffs of Moher, stunning masterpieces at the House of Waterford formations that soar 700 feet above the Crystal, a CIE Tours preferred shopping churning Atlantic and extend for 9 miles. On partner. Travel to Cobh for a guided walking the way, take a ferry across the River Shannon tour – this harbor town was the last port of Estuary and travel along the scenic coast of call for the Titanic in 1912 and was also the County Clare. Take in the spectacular views main point of embarkation for Irish emigrants as you walk atop the cliffs. Travel on through between 1848 and 1960. Proceed on to the austere beauty of the Burren, a distinctive Blarney, to visit Blarney Castle and kiss the limestone landscape formed by glaciers, to House of Waterford Crystal famous “Stone of Eloquence” or explore Galway. A local guide will join you for a brief 33 CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR 484-241-0862
stroll through the medieval streets of this 60 million years ago. Visit Titanic Belfast vibrant, artistic city. (B, D) and learn about the ill-fated ship through state-of-the-art displays. See the docks Day 6: Sheepdog Demonstration, where the famous liner was built just over Donegal & Derry a century ago. Stop at the Glyde Inn for a Immerse yourself in traditional farm life farewell dinner with Irish specialties and during a visit to an authentic working farm, entertainment featuring traditional Irish where you’ll watch trained sheepdogs round music and songs. (B, D) up mountain sheep. Continue through the rugged mountainous landscape to Donegal Day 8: Independent Dublin Sightseeing town. Visit our CIE Tours preferred shopping 8-day tour ends after breakfast. 9-day partner, Triona Design, and then enjoy some tour will enjoy the day touring Dublin free time. Proceed on to Derry, where a local independently on the Hop-On, Hop-Off guide will help you discover this ancient bus. Use your voucher to visit one of Dublin’s walled city, long known for its tumultuous top attractions: Teeling Whiskey Distillery, history but now a thriving artistic hub. (B, D) EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, or GPO Museum. In the evening, dine independently Day 7: Giant’s Causeway, at one of the many restaurants or pubs that Titanic Belfast & Glyde Inn Dublin has to offer. (B) Explore the northern coastline and the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal Day 9: Tour Ends in Dublin Co. Donegal ©Tourism Ireland/Chris Hill Photographic columns formed by volcanic activity over 9-day tour ends after breakfast. (B) 8 OR 9 DAY IRISH ADVENTURE Book overnight flights from North America 1 day earlier than tour start date. Departures 8 Day 9 Day Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays SG Land only Land only Jan 3 $1,595 $1,775 Jan 10 SG 1,730 1,955 Feb 7, 28 SG 1,810 2,025 Feb 14 1,650 1,835 Mar 2, 14, 21 1,665 1,860 Mar 7, 16, 23 SG 1,820 2,035 Mar 28 1,860 2,035 Mar 30 SG 2,035 2,240 Apr 4, 8, 13, 20 1,860 2,035 Apr 6, 11, 18, 25 SG 2,035 2,240 Apr 27 2,210 2,445 May 2, 11, 16, 18 SG 2,410 2,675 May 4, 9, 13, 20 2,210 2,445 May 23, 25, 30 SG 2,410 2,675 May 27 2,365 2,610 Jun 1, 6, 8, 17, 20, 27, 29 SG 2,595 2,855 Jun 3, 10, 13, 15, 22, 24 2,365 2,610 Jul 1, 6, 11, 13, 15, 22 SG 2,595 2,855 Titanic Belfast ©Tourism Ireland/Tony Pleavin Jul 4, 8, 18, 20 2,365 2,610 Aug 1, 5, 10, 15, 19, 24, 31 2,365 2,610 Aug 3, 8, 17, 22, 29 SG 2,595 2,855 Sep 2, 5, 14, 16, 21, 23 2,365 2,610 AUTHENTIC LOCAL EXPERIENCES Sep 7, 9, 12, 19, 26 SG 2,595 2,855 Discover the true story of the world’s Sep 28 2,215 2,445 most famous ship at Titanic Belfast – Oct 3, 7, 12, 19, 26 SG 2,160 2,385 in the city where it all began. Oct 5, 10, 17, 24 1,975 2,180 Oct 31 1,860 2,035 Walk among the ruins of the picturesque Nov 7 SG 1,890 2,115 monastic site of Glendalough and see Nov 14 1,665 1,860 the round tower, decorated crosses, and Nov 21 SG 1,820 2,035 stone churches that remain from this Nov 28 1,595 1,775 once-thriving monastery, founded by Single room supplement: 8 Day $465 9 Day $560 St Kevin in the 6th century. SG – Small Group Departure: maximum of only 26 guests GROUP AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Roundtrip Group Airport Transfers included when you book our flights – $30 per person fee applies to land only bookings. Glendalough ©Fáilte Ireland/Tourism Ireland/Chris Hill Start date of tour: Transfers leave Dublin Airport’s Terminal 2 at 7:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon. End date of tour: Transfers arrive Dublin Airport at 6:00 am, 9:00 am or 12:00 noon for 8-Day trip. Clients on 9-Day trip will have vouchers for taxi service to Dublin Airport. All prices per person sharing in U.S. Dollars Tour Code: ADA22 HealyTours.com| 34
IRISH GOLD Trinity College, Dublin ©Tourism Ireland/Brian Morrison FROM Take in the most acclaimed sights and scenic $1,780 Land Only byways of the West and South of Ireland, 8 DAYS | 7 NIGHTS | 11 MEALS including beautiful Connemara. 9 DAYS | 8 NIGHTS | 12 MEALS Day 1: Dublin City Tour, Trinity College & See all these sights plus Scotland on the 15- The Book of Kells or 16-day Scottish & Irish Gold, on page 76. Your tour begins at 2:00 PM at your hotel in Dún Laoghaire, a charming seaside suburb. Head out for a panoramic tour of Dublin, Kylemore Connemara Athlone DUBLIN pending mo Abbey TRIP HIGHLIGHTS ut s re seeing historic O’Connell Street, Georgian ho GALWAY . buildings and squares, and St Stephen’s it Get more w n Sean’s Bar Green. Stroll through Trinity College with a Cliffs of Moher in Athlone Kilkenny local guide and view one of Ireland’s greatest . t a il s n Blarney Castle treasures: the Book of Kells, an illuminated WATERFORD de for See page 5 manuscript crafted by monks in the 9th Dungarvan n Jaunting Car Ride century. Return to your hotel for a welcome Ring of KILLARNEY n Irish Night in Killarney drink with your fellow guests, and then Kerry Blarney Start City Kenmare enjoy an independent evening of dining and Overnight Stops n Cliffs of Moher End City exploring as you wish. n Trinity College & Book of Kells Day 2: Sean’s Bar & Galway Walking Tour Day 3: Connemara, Catamaran Cruise & n Ring of Kerry Highlights Kylemore Abbey & Gardens Head to the vibrant, artistic city of Galway. n Kylemore Abbey & Gardens Along the way, enjoy a drink at Sean’s Bar in Explore scenic Connemara to admire how Athlone, a CIE Tours Exclusive venue. The constantly-changing cloud formations give n Marine Bar in Dungarvan oldest pub in Europe, Sean’s Bar has been granite hills, sparkling lakes and peat bogs n House of Waterford Crystal quenching thirsts since 900 AD. Join a local an added dimension. Take a short catamaran n Dublin Restaurant Dinner guide for a walking tour through Galway cruise of Killary Harbour, a 9-mile fjord and discover this thriving city of medieval (seasonal). Head to Kylemore Abbey, set winding lanes and buzzing street life. Enjoy beside a tranquil lake, and see its elegant HOTELS some free time to explore Galway on your rooms, the charming church, and the Victorian n Royal Marine Hotel, own, then join your fellow travelers for dinner Walled Gardens. Return to Galway where the Dun Laoghaire (1) at your hotel. (B, D) evening is free to explore the city. (B) n Galmont Hotel, Galway (2) n Great Southern Killarney, Killarney (2) n Granville Hotel, Waterford (1) n Clayton Hotel Burlington, Dublin (1 or 2) MEALS 7 or 8 hot breakfasts (B) and 4 dinners (D) Jaunting Car Ride, Ring of Kerry ©Tourism Ireland/Arthur Ward 35 | CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR 484-241-0862
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