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This nine day tour of Ireland includes a castle stay and allows you to visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Waterford Crystal Factory, Dublin, the Cliffs of Moher and much, much more!
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| Package Includes |
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Escorted sightseeing by luxury motorcoach
Professional Irish Tour Director throughout
Group Round-trip Airport Transfers included
6-nights accommodation at first class hotels
1-night accommodation at a 15th century Irish Castle
Full Irish Breakfast (B) daily except morning of arrival
Four dinners (D) including one with entertainment – Medieval Banquet and a farewell dinner at Cabra Castle
Welcome reception hosted by your Tour Director
All entrance fees to
- St. Patrick’s Cathedral
- Guinness Storehouse
- Factory Tour of Waterford Crystal
- Bunratty Folk Park
- Clonmacnoise
Sightseeing including Dublin, Waterford, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Meath and Cavan
Tips for baggage handling, taxes and hotel gratuities except gratuity to your Tour Director
Travel Documents including document holder, luggage tags and day-by-day itinerary
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| Vacation Package Itinerary |
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| The below itinerary is for 2008 departures. Click here for the 2009 itinerary.
Day 1: Depart USA
Your trip begins with an overnight transatlantic flight to Dublin. Relax and enjoy the in-flight meal service and onboard entertainment (airfare not included in tour price).
Day 2: Dublin
Upon arrival at Dublin airport, collect your luggage and proceed to the arrivals hall. A representative will be there to meet you and arrange a transfer to your first hotel. If your flight arrives after 12.00 noon, you will need to transfer to the hotel at your own expense. In the afternoon, commencing at 2.30 pm, visit the Guinness Storehouse, the birthplace of this famous pint, in the heart of Dublin. Later, enjoy a welcome reception with your tour director and fellow passengers.
Overnight: Jury's Custom House Hotel or similar
Day 3: Dublin City Tour
After breakfast, the morning is free for shopping or sightseeing, and perhaps a visit to Trinity College and the Book of Kells. In the afternoon, commencing at 2.00 pm, we will take a tour of Dublin’s Fair City. We will pass Trinity College, home of the Book of Kells and stop to visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral. We’ll pass O’Connell Street, Europe’s largest street and pass Christchurch Cathedral, and the Bank of Ireland, which is formerly the Irish House of Parliament. If you keep a close eye on the road, you may even spot Molly Malone wheeling her wheelbarrow! Tonight opt for an evening of Irish Night with dinner and entertainment.(B)
Overnight: Jury's Custom House Hotel or similar
Day 4: Dublin/Waterford/Killarney
This morning, we leave the city behind and travel through the gentle hills of Ireland. We travel south through Carlow into the Viking city of Waterford where we will take a guided tour of the famous Waterford Crystal Factory. Continue on through Youghal, Cork and Macroom as we enjoy the lush green countryside and coastal views of Ireland. We arrive in Killarney in the late afternoon in time for dinner and overnight. (B, D)
Overnight: Killarney Towers Hotel or similar
Day 5: Killarney (Ring of Kerry excursion)
An exciting day of travel as we experience one of the most scenic drives in all of Europe around the famous “Ring of Kerry”. Head along the coastline of the Iveragh Peninsula through the towns of Glenbeigh, Cahirciveen, Waterville and Sneem. Complete the tour via the “Ladies View” back to Killarney. This is Ireland as you have always imagined it! Later, enjoy an optional Jaunting Cart Ride offered by your Tour Director. Dinner is at your hotel this evening. (B, D)
Overnight: Killarney Towers Hotel or similar
Day 6: Killarney/Bunratty/Ennis
We depart Killarney and our first destination is the village of Blarney where you’ll have the opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone and get the gift of the gab! Also enjoy shopping at the Blarney Woolen Mills for all your Irish treasures. In the afternoon, we visit the Bunratty Folk Park which depicts life in Ireland in time's past. We continue on to our hotel where you are free for the evening. (B)
Overnight: West County Hotel or similar
Day 7: Cliffs of Moher/Galway/Ennis
This morning we travel to the mighty Cliffs of Moher. Absolutely spectacular views of the Atlantic and Galway Bay await you! Rising 700 feet up from the Atlantic Ocean, the Cliffs stretch for 5 miles along the coastline. We continue onto Galway, named “The City of Tribes” after the fourteen families who originally settled in the area. Enjoy a short tour of Connemara region, prior to visiting the Cathedral and Claddagh area. Tonight enjoy a Medieval Banquet in the company of the Lords & Ladies of the castle. (B, D)
Overnight: West County Hotel or similar
Day 8: Clonmacnoise/Cabra Castle
Today we travel north along on the banks of the Shannon River and
stop at the monastic site of Clonmacnois. See one of the best preserved
monasteries founded by St Ciaran in the 6th century and famed for its
high Crosses. We continue though Athlone and on to the beautiful 15th
century Cabra Castle, situated in Kingscourt Co. Cavan.
This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at the castle. (B, D)
Overnight: Cabra Castle or similar
Day 9: Dublin/USA
After breakfast, we depart for Dublin Airport, where you will have
time for duty free shopping before your flight. (B)
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| Notes & Restrictions |
Notes:
Space is limited and your desired travel dates may not be available if you wait, so book early to avoid disappointment. We highly recommend 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates and/or accommodations.
Group Transfers:
Please verify your arrival and departure flight information as this is what the group transfers have been based upon. Documentation:
All tour documentation will be sent out to the travel agent approximately 21 days prior to the departure of the tour, provided full payment has been received. In the event this is not acceptable, we require sufficient notice in order to avoid express shipping charges. If we are not given sufficient notice, the passenger or travel agent will be responsible for express delivery charges. Passport Requirements:
It is the sole responsibility of each passenger to obtain the necessary documents for travel, not excluding passports and visas. A valid passport is normally the only requirement for U.S. citizens. Visa requirements do change without notice and vary by nationality. Please check with the consulate office of the destination country as to visa requirements. Tour Cancellations:
Tour departures are not guaranteed. If it becomes necessary to cancel a coach tour prior to departure, we will offer the next available date at no additional land cost. If this is not acceptable, a full refund on all monies paid will be made. We cannot accept responsibility for any additional costs or fees relating to such a tour booking. If you purchase a non-refundable airline ticket, you are advised by these terms and conditions that we are not responsible for any cancellation penalties due to non-refundable airfares. Baggage:
Motor coach luggage compartments require the restriction of one large suitcase and one carry-on bag per person. Wheeled carry-on bags are not suitable as hand luggage on motor coaches. Airline baggage allowance is restricted to two bags per person and airlines at their discretion may restrict the size and weight of your luggage. No responsibility by BMIT is accepted for loss of or damage to baggage or any of the passenger’s belongings. No responsibility by BMIT is accepted for loss of or damage to baggage or items left on the bus during the day. We recommend you to purchase Travel Protection. Coach Tours:
Motor coach tours are normally operated by 44 to 53 seat motor coaches. When passenger numbers are low, a smaller coach may be used. Smoking is not allowed on motor coaches or minibuses. In order to ensure congenial membership, the tour company reserves the right to accept or reject any person as a tour participant and to expel from the tour any participant whose conduct is deemed incompatible with the interests of the tour group. Hotel Accommodation:
Hotel accommodation will be supplied as described. On certain departures, due to seasonal demands, we reserve the right to alter itineraries and substitute hotels for similar type accommodations. Air-conditioning:
Although available at most of the hotels offered in our escorted tour programs, conditions and use of air-conditioning abroad differs greatly from the United States. Many European hotels were built before central air-conditioning was introduced. Air-conditioning is often shut down at night. Health requirements:
Tour members should check with the consulates and/or the local health boards for the latest health requirements. Travelers who need special assistance:
Any disability requiring special attention must be reported to the tour company at the time of booking. The tour company will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the special needs of disabled tour participants, but is not responsible for any denial of services by carriers, hotels, lodges, restaurants, or other independent suppliers, nor any additional expenses incurred. Motor coaches and minibuses are not equipped with wheelchair ramps. Individual assistance cannot be provided to a tour member for walking, dining, getting on/off motor coaches and other transportation vehicles, or other personal needs. Travelers who need assistance must be accompanied by a qualified and physically able companion. Motorized scooters are unsuitable for touring.
Young tour participants:
Tour participants under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult. Children under the age of 10 years are not accepted. Not Included:
Tours do not include airfare, airport departure taxes, airport/hotel transfers unless specified in the itinerary, items of a personal nature, excess baggage charges, laundry, phone calls, liquor, wine, soft drinks or any other item not specifically mentioned as being included. Group Travel:
Separate Terms & Conditions apply for groups of 20 or more.
Restrictions:
Deposit:
A non-refundable deposit of $200 per person is required within 7 days of making the booking. Credit Cards with signed authorizations are accepted for deposit payments. If deposit is not received within 7 days of the reservation will automatically be cancelled.
Final Payment:
Final payment must be made no less than 65 days prior to departure. We accept all major credit cards.
Late Bookings:
Subject to availability of space and other conditions, you may book up to 14 days prior to departure, providing full payment is made at time of booking. Late bookings (within 30 days) will incur a handling charge of $50 per booking in addition to overnight delivery charges.
Revision Fees:
Any revision to a booking after deposit will require a $35 fee per transaction. No changes will be accepted within 14 days prior to departure or once documents are issued. Changes affecting inventory utilization (i.e. date changes, hotel changes etc.) are considered cancellation and rebooking. Airline tickets are subject to individual airline rules and regulations.
Cancellations:
All cancellations must be advised in writing, (mail, fax, email) to BMIT prior to departure during normal business hours (9.00 am to 5.30 pm EST, Monday to Friday). Cancellations are subject to the following penalties on the land portion:
65 or more days $200*
31–65 days 50% of tour cost
15–30 days 75% of tour cost
Less than 15 days 100% of tour cost
* Plus charges of third parties, including airline cancellation charges if applicable.
Airlines and airfares vary in cancellation penalties and BMIT will impose those restrictions and penalties as outlined in the fare rules of the airline ticket booked or purchased.
Prices are per person based on double occupancy and a 30-day advance purchase. Purchases within 30 days will incur additional shipping and handling fees. Travel is valid for these dates only. This is a nonrefundable, non-changeable purchase. Certain other restrictions may apply, and offer is subject to change without notice. No request will be processed until full payment is received. Once submitted your request can take at least 24 hours to confirm. 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates are highly recommended.
Group airport transfers are included when:
Arrive/depart per the scheduled tour dates
Flight arrives in Dublin / Shannon before 12:00 noon
Flight departs from Dublin / Shannon between 9am – 2:00pm
Shared coach based on main group movements
Anything outside the above will require a private transfer booked at an additional cost.
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