William Butler Yeats
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William Butler Yeats
-William Butler Yeats 2 Nights At The Stunning Mt.Falcon Hotel - Mayo - The Wilds Of County Galway, Connemara History & Heritage - Visit Most Photographed Spot In Ireland, Kylemore Abbey - Explore Coast of Clare and Iconic Cliffs of Moher 3 Nights In County Donegal – Magical Harvey’s Point - Stay Right On The Water At Harvey’s Point Hotel - Explore Glenveagh Castle & National park - Visit 4000 year old Carrowmore, Megalithic Cemetery - Witness Slieve League, One of the highest cliffs in Europe - Visit the Ardara and learn the about Irish Spinning SningWeavingWeaving - 2 Nights In Northern Ireland - Belfast - Stay right in the heart of Belfast - See The World Famous Giant’s Causway - Visit Oldest Distillery in Ireland, Bushmills - Journey Along “Nine Glens of Antrim” - Experience the new Titanic Belfast 2 Nights In Dublin, A Symbol Of Ireland - Our Home the Lovely Merrion Hotel - Tour 5000 year old Newgrange / Knowth - Explore O’Connell Street & St. Stephens Green - Visit Trinity College & Book Of Kells - Musical Evening In Ireland’s Oldest Pub - 2 Nights In Beautiful Adare Manor Castle - Visit King John’s Castle, History Brought To Life - Dine In Historic & Beautiful Oakroom in Castle - Visit The Rock Of Cashel In The Golden Vale - A visit to Blarney Castle & its Famous Stone! 3 Nights In The Killarney Region - Stay In The Beautiful Cahernane Manor Hotel - Meet Local Farmer Brian Ferris for a taste of Farm Life - Visit Lake Killarney, Moll’s Gap & Drive The Ring Of Kerry - Explore stunning Muckross House, Gardens & Lake Day By Day Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 01 02 03 04 05 06 Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 Day 12 Day 13 Day 14 Day 15 Day 16 Leave USA Shannon - Killarney Killarney Killarney Adare Adare Mayo Mayo Donegal Donegal Donegal Belfast Belfast Dublin Dublin Dublin / Depart USA Trip Highlights 15 Night Journey on the Magical Irish Isle Stays in Both Northern and Southern Ireland All Two and Three Night Stays In Each Region 22 Meals Included & All Irish Breakfasts Luxury 5-Star Castle Stay & Dinner In Adare All Touring With Local Guides & Irish Driver/Guide Explore 7 Different Regions Of Ireland Itinerary Not Planned Around Forced Shopping 4 & 5-Star Beautiful Hotels, Inns & Castle Cultural Experiences From Farming to Bread Baking Relaxing Free Time For Independent Exploration Fully Escorted By Mark & Vicki Stewart Included Meal B=Breakfast / L=Lunch / D=Dinner Day 1 – Aug 22 : Depart the USA You depart the USA today for a 15 day journey on the Irish Isle. Wonderful scenery, food and rich history await. Today’s overnight flight with only one stop have you arriving the next morning in Ireland. Day 2 – Aug 23 : Arrive Ireland, Shannon / Exploring Killarney Upon arrival at Shannon Airport we will meet you right after luggage claim with a grand Irish welcome. We celebrate your arrival in Ireland with a stop in the lovely village of Adare for tea & scones and some time to enjoy the atmosphere and take in the quaint thatch cottages that line the main street. After we arrive in Killarney with time to relax before our welcome dinner this evening in our hotelthe beautiful Cahernane Manor Hotel. (D) Day 3 – Aug 24 : Exploring Killarney Start the day with a good Irish breakfast and then we embark on one of Ireland’s most scenic drives with the country’s highest mountains on one side and varied Atlantic coastline on the other. Every turn will reveal new vistas of mountains, cliffs and beaches. Meet a local farmer, Brendan Ferris, for a taste of farm life as he demonstrates how dogs herd flocks of sheep. Continue your trip around the peninsula with stops in the attractive village of Sneem and at Moll’s Gap for views of the Lakes of Killarney. We return to Killarney for our 2nd night in the Cahernane Hotel. Enjoy dinner with the group this evening and maybe a wee step out to explore the surroundings. (B, D) Day 4 – Aug 25 : Continue Exploring Killarney We are off for a half day or exploration and a visit to Muckross House & Gardens. This nineteenth century Victorian mansion is set against the stunning beauty of Killarney National Park. The house stands close to the shores of Muckross Lake, one of Killarney's three lakes, famed worldwide for their splendor and beauty. Stop for a photo at Torc Waterfall before returning to Killarney. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure after we return to the Cahernane for our third night in the region. Maybe enjoy a pub dinner tonight in town, just a short 10 minute walk away. (B) Day 5 - Aug 26 : Bound For Adare After a leisurely breakfast we will set off for the fabled town of Blarney and Blarney Castle where those energetic enough will have an opportunity to climb the 104 steps to kiss the stone located in the battlements and gain “the gift of the gab.” Others may do some shopping at the Woolen Mills. This afternoon travel to the lovely village of Adare and check into your hotel. The hotel occupies an 18th-century castle that was once the private home of the second earl of Dunraven, an architectural masterpiece of towers, turrets and stonework. Equally stunning are the natural surroundings, including 840 acres of gardens and parkland. Some free time this afternoon to explore the grounds, enjoy an Oakroom Dinner (B, D) Day 6 – Aug 27 : Exploring Adare – This morning after breakfast visit to King John’s Castle in Limerick City. It’s a mighty fortress with a dramatic history and over 800 years of stories within its walls, which is brought to life in a stunning new exhibition. Touch-screen technology will connect you to tales of siege and warfare. Watch out for a dazzling array of CGI animations and ghostly projections. Next travel the short distance to Tipperary to visit the Rock of Cashel, a spectacular group of Medieval buildings set on an outcrop of limestone in the Golden Vale including the 12th century round tower, High Cross and Romanesque Chapel, 13th century Gothic cathedral, 15th century Castle and the restored Hall of the Vicars Choral. This evening you may wish to try one of the many fine local restaurants in the village of Adare. Overnight: Adare Manor, Adare (B) Day 7 – Aug 28 : Bound for Mayo After a leisurely breakfast travel to the coast of Clare to visit the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher. One of the most iconic images of Ireland, the Cliffs rise 700-ft above the crashing Atlantic Ocean. Continue on through the beautiful Burren, from the Gaelic word Boireann is an area of limestone rock covering imposing majestic mountains, and tranquil valleys with gently meandering streams. With its innate sense of spiritual peace, extraordinary array of flora and wildlife, the Burren creates a tapestry of color and a seductively magical aura. Arrive at your hotel in the late afternoon with time to settle in before dinner. Mount Falcon Hotel sits on a scenic 100 acre Estate. Overnight: Beautiful Mt. Falcon Hotel (B, D) Day 8 – Aug 29 : Exploring Connemara This morning we will travel southwest into County Galway and the wild and wonderful area known as Connemara. Our first stop will be at Kylemore Abbey, the most photographed spot in Ireland,. Visit the exquisite chapel and the elaborate public rooms in the mansion and take a stroll through the restored Victorian walled gardens. Some free time for lunch in the lovely town of Clifden. Next stop at the Connemara Heritage and History Center. Overlooked by the majestic Twelve Ben Mountains this agri tourism and Heritage Center share the history, heritage, culture & traditions of Connemara. The farm has cattle, sheep and the world famous Connemara Ponies. Here we will learn how to cut sod and enjoy a quick bread making demonstration. Dinner on our own this evening. There are several dining options at your hotel. Overnight: Mt. Falcon Hotel, Mayo (B) Day 09 – Aug 30 : Donegal at Harveys Point Today we will travel north into County Sligo to visit Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery. This is the site of a prehistoric ritual landscape on the Knocknarea or Cúil Irra Peninsula. It is one of the four major passage tomb cemeteries in Ireland. It is the largest cemetery of megalithic tombs and is also among the country’s oldest. Over 60 tombs have been located by archaeologists, the oldest pre-date Newgrange by some 700 years. Arrive in Donegal and explore the beautiful area around Lough Eske and our hotel Harvey’s Point. (B,D) Day 10– Aug 31 : Branching out in Donegal A leisurely start this morning. Travel to north to Glenveagh National Park the site of Glenveagh Castle, a 19th century castellated mansion and was built between 1867 and 1873 by Captain John Adair. Its construction in a remote mountain setting was inspired by the Victorian idyll of a romantic highland retreat. Henry McIlhenny, the last owner of the castle, served the Philadelphia Museum of Art as Curator of Decorative Arts and his expertise in this field is evident throughout the castle. Few of the great houses of Ireland are preserved in this condition, with their original furnishings, and in Glenveagh Castle one catches a glimpse of a lifestyle belonging to an earlier age. (B,D) Day 11– Sep 01 : Traveling The Coast After our first night staying at the stunning Harvey’s Point Hotel in Donegal, we set out for another day of exploration in the county. We will start the morning off by traveling west along the coast of County Donegal to experience Slieve League. This is one of Europe's highest sea cliffs rising almost 600 meters from the Atlantic, the view is breathtaking. On our way back to the hotel we will stop at wonderful non-touristy family owned tweed shop in Ardara to learn about the heritage of spinning and weaving to which Southwest County Donegal is famous for. We enjoy another night at Harvey’s Point, a great hotel with a reputation for good Irish food! (B) Day 12 – Sep 02 : Northern Ireland Bound / Belfast This morning we will drive north to the Giant’s Causeway. After a short audiovisual presentation, we will have an opportunity to walk along the cliff tops to view the spectacular hexagonal rock columns formed by nature 60 million years ago. Legends about giants abound, especially Finn McCool, a hardy Ulster hero. Next a brief photo stop at the Carrick-aReede Rope Bridge, originally constructed as a fisherman’s crossing. Onto Bushmills for a guided tour of the Distillery, the oldest licensed distillery in Ireland. At the end of the tour we will be able to sample some of their famous product. Journey along the spectacular “Nine Glens of Antrim” with mountains on one side and coastline on the other. We stay at the Fitzwilliam in Belfast, after an exhilarating day of exploration in Northern Ireland. (B,D) Day 13 – Sep 03 : Exploring Belfast This morning we will meet a local guide for a tour of Belfast, the vibrant capital of Northern Ireland, we will see Victorian buildings, the imposing City Hall in Donegall Square and learn about the diverse history of this ancient city. Next a visit to the newly opened Titanic Belfast. It is located in the heart of Belfast, on the slipways where RMS Titanic was built. Inside this iconic building, visitors will re-live the entire Titanic story from her birth in Belfast to the fateful maiden voyage and her eventual discovery on the seabed. Enjoy free time this afternoon for independent exploration of the city and another night at the Fitzwilliam. (B) Day 14 – Sep 04 : Dublin Bound After a wonderful Irish breakfast, we set our compass south and venture travel to visit the Boyne Valley Visitor Center to learn about the 5,000 year-old burial tombs of Newgrange and Knowth. Tour one of them to see how primitive people managed to align huge boulders precisely with the movements of the sun. Arrive in Ireland's vibrant city of Dublin- one of Europe's liveliest capitals yet offering centuries of history. You will have time to explore Dublin on our own and dine out in one of the city’s many fine restaurants. We begin our stay at the beautiful Merrion Hotel, one of the best hotels in the heart of Dublin. (B) Day 15 – Sep 05 : In the Heart of Dublin After breakfast board our coach for a tour of Dublin City. See the River Liffey, O’Connell Street, tranquil St.Stephen’s Green, the seat of government at Leinster House and other public buildings. See some of Dublin’s famous Georgian houses and pause at the Famine Memorial, a reminder of the mid-19th century disaster. Visit Trinity College’s campus and the Old Library to view the priceless Book of Kells. The remainder of the day will be free to explore Dublin independently. Travel a short distance for our farewell dinner with traditional Irish entertainment at the Brazen Head Pub, the oldest in Ireland. (B,D) Day 16 – Sep 06 : Homeward Bound The green rolling pastures, the beautiful castles, stunning vistas and the warmth of the people, all things you will remember of Ireland. Today we depart Ireland, but like all who visit, a small part of this Emerald Isle will travel home with us. We say “until next time” to new friends and old. (B) THE HOTELS, INNS & CASTLE Cahernane Manor Adare Manor Castle Hotel Mt.Falcon Hotel adareadare Harvey’s Point Hotel = Fitzwilliam Hotel Merrion Hotel Simple & Straightforward DEPOSIT $800 pp SINGLE TRAVELER FARE ADD $1,695 - All Hotel Stays Included - All Transportation & Transfers - All Guides & Touring - All Cultural Experiences / Admissions - 21 Included Meals and All Breakfasts - Fully Escorted By Mark & Vicki Stewart