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Here is a sample of one of the many wonderful tours that we have available in Ireland.
Please e-mail or call us to request information on one of the many other fantastic packages we have to Ireland and Britain. |
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Go-As-You-Please Tour
From US$49.00 per day or US$294.00 per week, land only |
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| H i g h l i g h t s |
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| Start your independent trip in Shannon or Dublin in a car of your choice. Plan your itinerary by selecting overnight stops from two options: B & B's (farmhouses and town & country homes) or first class hotels. You can be assured of top quality lodgings and excellent value for money. If you wish we will prebook your first night near Shannon (this must be requested at time of booking only). The balance of your stay is on an open voucher basis to allow maximum flexibility in your vacation. |
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| P r o g r a m I n c l u d e s |
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• Hertz self-drive car with unlimited mileage
• Standard or automatic shift - full range of cars available
• Pick up and drop off in Shannon or Dublin (Location Service
Charge of 26EURO is included when you prepay car hire insurance)
• Third party insurance and government tax (VAT) on car rental
• Save on full insurance by prepaying CDW and TP
• Open vouchers for stays at bed & breakfast properties or at first class hotels
• Full Irish breakfast daily
• Rooms with private bath/shower |
• First night prebooked in Shannon area
(must be requested at time of booking)
• Go-as-you-Please hotel listing including upgrade properties
• Town & country homes guide with 1,400 listings
• Farmhouse B & B guide with 300 listings
• Guide to Ireland with map (one per car)
• Waterford Crystal Factory guided tour with
10% discount on purchases in their retail shop
• Ireland at a Glimpse - discounts on visitor attractions
• Hotel service charges and all local taxes |
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| H o m e s t a y s |
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| Our program offers accommodation at more than 1,700 private homes located in every part of Ireland. Over 1,400 are members of the Town & Country Homes Association and 300 are with the Irish Farmhouse Holidays Association. All homes offer private bathroom facilities and a full Irish breakfast and are inspected regularly to maintain high standards. With so many homes to choose from, you should not experience problems in finding places to stay unless you are heading to a town where a festival is taking place. |
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| U p g r a d e t o H o t e l s |
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| You will receive our Go-as-you-Please hotel listing with your final documents so that you may choose to stay in any of the featured properties by paying the applicable supplement to the hotel. |
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| H o t e l s |
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| CIE Tours features over 100 hotels strategically located all around Ireland so that you can plan a touring vacation or stay in one region. This program offers first class (3*) hotels with a variety of old-world country inns, guest houses and modern hotels. All properties feature restaurants, bars, lounge facilities and many have leisure centers. Guestrooms have private baths or showers, TVs, hair-dryers and other comforts. |
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| S u p e r i o r & D e l u x e S t a y s |
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| Your hotel listing includes over 200 other hotels where you can upgrade by paying the supplementary charges listed in your hotel directory. Famous hotels such as Ashford and Dromoland Castles are included but may only be booked once you are in Ireland. If you prefer to prebook these and other deluxe hotels before leaving the United States we can do it for you. |
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| D u b l i n V i s i t |
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| Dublin is an extremely popular destination. As there are no country homes or farms in Dublin, the small number of city homes book up very quickly. Most of the Dublin hotels on our program require a supplemental charge to be paid directly to the hotel. If you wish to incorporate a Dublin stay into your vacation, consider prebooking our Dublin at Leisure package for a 2-night stay or individual nights. |
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| T r a v e l G u i d e s |
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Guide to Ireland A 104-page pocket-sized guide packed with information on sightseeing, restaurants, shopping, history and events all around Ireland. A fold-out map and suggested itineraries will assist you in planning your trip. |
Ireland at a Glimpse A guide to over 100 attractions with 2-for-1 vouchers to save you up to 50% off admission fees. Select from museums, castles, gardens, stately homes and heritage centers all around Ireland. |
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| S h a n n o n C a s t l e B a n q u e t s & C e i l i |
Enhance your travel experience with a night out in the Shannon region.
Bunratty and Knappogue Castle banquets cost US$79 per person.
Ceili - Traditional Irish Night in the Corn Barn at Bunratty US$69 per person |
Bunratty Castle
Climb the steps of the 15th century castle for a welcome by the Lords and Ladies of the Castle. Dine medieval-style in the Great Hall on five courses washed down with pitchers of wine and listen to harmonious tunes. |
Knappogue Castle
Another 15th century fortress throws its doors open to welcome you with a feast and wine served at long tables. The entertainment is a celebration of Irish women throughout history told in story and song. |
Dunguaire Castle
Located close to Galway Bay, there has been a castle on this site since the 7th century. Here enjoy a welcome glass of mead, followed by a medieval banquet where Ireland's long literary heritage is celebrated. |
Ceili
Set in a barn in Bunratty Folk Park, this evening brings some home-style Irish cooking with wine. See a lively display of traditional and contemporary Irish dance, music and song. |
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