Explore the best of Ireland, Wales, and England on this exciting vacation. Begin your trip with free time in London, then head out to explore enigmatic Stonehenge, majestic Salisbury with its magnificent cathedral, and elegant Georgian Bath with its famous Roman relics. Overnight in Bristol, where John Cabot set sail to discover America in 1497. Cross into Wales and enjoy an orientation drive in Cardiff, the capital of Wales. Motor through rich dairy farmland to Pembroke, where you take the ferry across St. George’s Channel to Ireland. Take time in Blarney, famous for the legendary Stone of Eloquence, and visit the castle or shop for Irish handicrafts. Then, travel on to the bustling resort of Killarney. Next, an exciting drive along the “Ring of Kerry” with spectacular views of seascapes, mountains, and verdant vegetation. Stop in Adare, known for its remarkable thatched cottages, and see the sights on an orientation tour of Limerick. Travel east to Dublin, Ireland’s capital, where the orientation drive shows you statue-lined O’Connell Street and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. You have time to tour Dublin on your own and browse its shops. Leave Ireland and cross the Irish Sea to Wales, arriving in Holyhead on the Welsh Isle of Anglesey. Then, drive through scenic Snowdonia National Park and Llanberis Pass to pretty Betws-y-Coed. Spend the night in Wrexham before traveling south to England. Stop in Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, where you have time to take photos of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and tour the town on your own. You trip ends back in London, the finale of your wonderful adventure.
Day 1Fri. BOARD YOUR OVERNIGHT TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT
Day 2Sat. ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND
Check into your hotel. In the afternoon there’s time to rest or explore the lively British capital; uniformed Hosts are available to help you make the most of your day.
Day 3Sun. LONDON–STONEHENGE–SALISBURY–BATH–BRISTOL
Meet your Tour Director and traveling companions and depart at 8 am for a memorable day of sightseeing: Stonehenge, one of England's most intriguing mysteries; Salisbury with its vast cathedral, the ultimate in Early English Gothic architecture; and the elegant Georgian city of Bath, famous for its Roman relics. Overnight in Bristol, from where John Cabot sailed in 1497 to discover America. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 4Mon. BRISTOL–CARDIFF, WALES–TRAMORE, IRELAND
Cross the River Severn to the Welsh capital. An orientation drive here introduces you to the major attractions: Cardiff Castle, Cathays Park, Millennium Stadium, and the stately civic buildings. Vistas of rich dairy farmland on the way to the departure point for the ferry across St. George’s Channel to Ireland, arriving at Rosslare in just under four hours. Overnight is in the seaside resort of Tramore. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 5Tue. TRAMORE–CORK–BLARNEY–KILLARNEY
Discover why Ireland is called the “Emerald Isle.” Dungarvan, Youghal, and Cork, the country’s second-largest city, are milestones on the way to Blarney, renowned for its Stone of Eloquence. Time at your leisure to see the castle and shop for Irish crafts and handmade crystal. After lunch, head through the Cork and Kerry mountains for the resort town of Killarney. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 6Wed. KILLARNEY–RING OF KERRY–LIMERICK–ENNIS
This morning, take a 100-mile coastal panoramic drive known as the “Ring of Kerry”—sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly colored farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with subtropical vegetation, and spectacular views of the Lakes of Killarney from Ladies View. Drive via Adare, a village well known throughout Ireland for its prize-winning thatched cottages, to Limerick. An orientation drive here features King John’s Castle and the Treaty Stone of 1691. Tonight, an optional banquet at Knappogue Castle is recommended. (Breakfast)
Day 7Thu. ENNIS–DUBLIN
Head east for the Irish capital via Kildare and horse-racing country. Your afternoon in the “Fair City” starts off with an orientation drive along statue-lined O’Connell Street. Then, admire elegant Georgian squares and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Later, time to browse and shop; take your Tour Director’s dining recommendation for this evening. (Breakfast)
Day 8Fri. DUBLIN–BETWS-Y-COED, WALES–WREXHAM
Across the Irish Sea to Holyhead on the Welsh Isle of Anglesey with its tongue-twisting place names. Enjoy the best of North Wales on a scenic drive through Snowdonia National Park, including spectacular Llanberis Pass and pretty Betws-y-Coed, before arriving in Wrexham. This evening, why not join an optional excursion by barge along the Llangollen Canal? (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 9Sat. WREXHAM–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON, ENGLAND–LONDON
First stop this morning at Ironbridge, “Cradle of the Industrial Revolution.” More scenic highlights on the last leg of your journey. In Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, take your pictures of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and explore the town at your own pace. After returning to London around 4 pm, how about celebrating the success of your tour with a night out on the town? (Breakfast)
Day 10Sun. YOUR HOMEBOUND FLIGHT ARRIVES THE SAME DAY. (Breakfast)
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INCLUDED FEATURES
Visits to Salisbury, Bath, Tramore, Blarney, Killarney, Adare, Betws-y-Coed, Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon; orientation drives in Cardiff, Limerick, Dublin
SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS
Stonehenge and Salisbury Plain, Ring of Kerry and Lakes of Killarney, Snowdonia, Ironbridge
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
GUIDES
Host service in London. Professional Tour Director while touring
STANDARD INCLUDED FEATURES
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MEALS - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner
Full English breakfast (B); 4 three-course dinners (D) with choice of menus
HOTELS - (F) First-Class (ST) Superior Tourist-Class (T) Tourist Class
London Kensington Close (ST), Bristol Ramada Plaza (F), Tramore Majestic (ST), Killarney Killarney Court (F), Ennis Auburn Lodge (ST), Dublin Jurys Inn Custom House (F), Wrexham Ramada Plaza (F)
TRANSPORTATION
Single room supplement: $390No triple room reduction.
Here's a list of optional excursions you can enjoy during your vacation. Whether it's a special dinner, a local show or a special behind-the-scenes glimpse into an historical site, optional excursions are a wonderful way to enrich your vacation even further. Plus, they give you flexibility. We include the must-see sites and experiences, and we also understand that people take interest in different activities and may want to craft a more personal vacation by hand-picking optional excursions that appeal to them.
Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, days of operation, group interests, and general feasibility for your vacation. The approximate value listed gives you a good, general idea of what you can expect to pay but may vary once you are on your vacation. Some information provided might be in a foreign currency; you can use our online
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CITY: DublinIrish Cabaret May to October After a full choice dinner with wine and Irish coffee, enjoy a traditional Irish cabaret evening including dance, song and laughter.
Approximate value: GBP £72 per person
CITY: EnnisKnappogue Castle Banquet April 15 to October 29 At Knappogue Castle the costumed butler and ladies of the castle welcome you with a glass of mead before a four course dinner, including wine. Then embark on a musical medieval journey and an unforgettable evening.
Approximate value: GBP £67 per person
CITY: KillarneyJaunting Car Ride Unique to Killarney, a fun outing is to take a ride in a horse drawn jaunting car through the National Park to ancient Ross Castle.
Approximate value: GBP £12 per person
Pub Evening For local Irish flavor, take a scenic drive to a traditional inn to meet the locals over two drinks of your choice.
Approximate value: GBP £28 per person
CITY: LondonMorning City Sightseeing Daily A comprehensive tour in the company of a local guide including St. Paul's Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard (if held). Note: Groups cannot visit St.Paul's on Sundays. Reduced traffic permits more sightseeing and a lower price (GBP 23.00) applies.
Approximate value: GBP £28 per person
Tower of London and Crown Jewels Afternoons daily Let your guide bring the 900-year-old Tower of London to life before you inspect the fabulous Crown Jewels. Afternoons daily.
Approximate value: GBP £35 per person
Afternoon Excursion to Windsor Castle Daily Enjoy your guided visit to the Queen's favorite residence, the largest inhabited castle in the world. The highlight is the newly refurbished state rooms.
Approximate value: GBP £35 per person
Buckingham Palace & the Royal Mews Afternoons daily July 27 to September 29First a guided visit to the Royal Mews to see the magnificent gold coach, then admire over 20 grand rooms in the palace used by the Queen for state occasions.
Approximate value: GBP £43 per person
A Taste of London Daily April to October Ideal for your arrival day, this guided evening excursion includes a three-course dinner with wine and beer at a famous London pub situated on the banks of the River Thames, followed by a narrated illumination cruise.
Approximate value: GBP £53 per person
Shownight - Wicked (Fridays & Saturdays) A marvelous evening in London's theater district starts with a gourmet dinner at The Bank restaurant in Westminster followed by best seats at The Apollo Victoria Theatre to see the sensational London production of Wicked.
Approximate value: GBP £125 per person
Shownight - Billy Elliot (Fridays & Saturdays) A marvelous evening in London's theater district starts with a gourmet dinner at The Bank restaurant in Westminster followed by best seats at the Victoria Palace Theatre to see the original London staging of the inspirational musical, "Billy Elliot."
Approximate value: GBP £125 per person
CITY: WrexhamLlangollen Canal Barge Ride April 1 to October 31 An unusual outing which takes you by barge along the Llangollen Canal, crossing over a spectacular aqueduct, before disembarking for a drink of your choice at a local inn.
Approximate value: GBP £24 per person
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No triple room reduction.* Indicates that this departure and vacation is available for 2011 early booking. 2010 saw the lowest prices to Europe in recent history. Get this vacation on the books and save by paying 2010 prices for your 2011 European vacation. Price protection only applies to those tours that currently offer 2011 dates and prices and only with full, per person deposit. All tours will be open for 2011 bookings in the Fall of 2010. Vacation upgrades and/or additions will not be available for early booking, as well as, any extra pre- or post-night pricing until the Fall of 2010. With the exception of Journeys Club coupons, future travel promotions are not applicable and are not retroactive on early bookings.
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