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Accomodations
* 7 nights in superior tourist class hotels * Accommodation based on twin-share with private facilities * 7 Continental breakfasts (B) and 4 three-course dinners (D) as per itinerary * Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges The Contiki Difference * Experienced, professional Tour Manager & Driver * Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Jet off to the trip of a lifetime awaiting you in Europe! Arrive Dublin (1 Days) Make your own way to the hotel in Dublin. This evening meet your Tour Manager and fellow travellers. Dublin to Galway (1 Days) We'll start the day with an included visit to Kilmainham Gaol, covering some of the most heroic and tragic events in Ireland's emergence as a modern country. Then maybe visit the Guinness Storehouse to see how the "black stuff" is made and sample a pint or two at the Gravity Bar. Later, we head for the lively sea-side town of Galway. Galway (1 Days) A full day to spend relaxing in a picture-perfect and quintessentially Irish town. Galway to Killarney (1 Days) This morning we make a stop at the awesome 210m (700 ft) sheer cliffs of Moher before continuing to the quaint town of Killarney. Take the opportunity to ride in a jaunting car through Killarney National Park and up to Muckross House. Then perhaps enjoy some Celtic music at a local pub after dinner. Killarney to Cork (1 Days) Enjoy a scenic drive along the Ring of Kerry this morning before a chance to get the gift of the gab at Blarney Castle. This afternoon enjoy time to explore the cosmopolitan city of Cork. Cork to Kilkenny (1 Days) Our first stop today is Cobh, the last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic. We stop at Midleton, for a guided tour of the Jamesons Whiskey distillery before driving past the Rock of Cashel. Arriving at Kilkenny, why not take a guided tour of the medieval town including Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice's Cathedral. Kilkenny to Dublin (1 Days) Arriving into Dublin around lunchtime, you have the chance to take a guided tour of Trinity College during which you will see the Book of Kells. Enjoy free time this afternoon to soak up Dublin's unique atmosphere before revving things up tonight with an opportunity to sample a traditional Irish meal and Irish dancing at one of Dublin's best pubs. Depart Dublin (1 Days) Time to swap addresses and say farewell to your new-found friends as your tour ends after breakfast.
Dublin
Visit to Kilmainham Gaol Dublin See Trinity College, the Monument of Light, Parnell Square and St. Stephen's Green Galway See this old fishing town Cliffs of Moher See the Cliffs Killarney See Killarney National Park Killarney Scenic drive on the Ring of Kerry Blarney Visit Blarney, home of the Blarney Stone Cobh Entrance to the Port Heritage Centre, last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic Midleton Guided tour of Jameson's Whisky distillery Cashel See the Rock of Cashel Kilkenny See Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice's Cathedral Guinness Storehouse Visit
Euro 13.00 A chance to visit the original home of Ireland's famous "black stuff" and hear about the brewing process, as well as the drinking process of course. Improve your Guinness knowledge during the "Guinness Experience" - hear how Arthur Guinness developed the distinctive dark hue, learn how to pull the perfect pint and quench your thirst at the end of the tour with a complementary pint of this unique national brew. Trinity College Guided Tour Euro 10.00 Wander through the grounds of Ireland's oldest University and learn about it's foundation in the 1500s, the Library and of course the Book of Kells. A local guide, often one of the students at Trinity College, and entrance to the Book of Kells are included in your tour. Farewell Evening at The Merry Ploughboy Pub Euro 49.00 An evening of the best in Irish food, music and dance at this great venue. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal and be entertained by a famous Irish ballad band, then get involved with the Irish dancers and learn a traditional Irish "feis" or step dance. A night of authentic Irish entertainment to farewell your tour! Jaunting Cars Euro 10.00 In a horse-drawn car, we enter the magnificent National Park which offers one of the finest views of Killarney. We visit the ruins of 15th Century Muckross Abbey, then continue along the shore to the beautifully landscaped Muckross Gardens. Souvenir Group Photo Euro 8.00 A scenic photo of your tour group to take home with you. A great way to remember your fellow travellers and your Irish experiences. Guided Walking Tour of Kilkenny Euro 5.50 Take a stroll through this beautiful medieval city with a local guide and see sights such as Kilkenny Castle and St Canice's Cathedral. Learn how the city grew from a compact monastic settlement to a Norman trading town and present-day creative centre. CURRENT SPECIALS: Mix and Match Discounts Early payment discounts Offer #1: Save up to US$559 off the cost of your trip when you book and pay in full at least 12 months prior to departure.
Offer #2: Save up to US$279 off the cost of your trip when you book and pay in full at least 6 months prior to departure.
Offer #3: Save up to US$139 off the cost of your trip when you book and pay in full at least 4 months prior to departure.
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Multiple Trip Discounts – Save US$50 You can save an extra $50 when you book a second Contiki tour at the same time of booking your first tour.
* Tours may be in different countries/regions and must be a minimum of 7 days.
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Europe Plus Great Britian – Save US$150 Combine a Contiki Europe vacation at least 25 days long with a Contiki Great Britain tour booked at the same time and get a special US$100 discount. Add that to your US$50 extra tour discount and you’ve saved US$150.
* All discounts apply to land tour price only.
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Group Discounts
Funky Four – Save 5% Save 5% Our “Funky Four” discount means a 5% saving per person when 4 or more people book at the same time on the same trip.
Super Seven – Save 7.5% Book a group of 7 people traveling on the same vacation at the same time and get a 7.5% discount per person. Super Seven – Save 7.5%
Perfect 10 – Travel for Free! Experience Contiki’s Europe with a group of 10 friends booked on the same trip at the same time and the 11th person travels for free or everyone in your group gets 10% off.
* All group discounts apply to land tour price only. Funky 4, Super 7 & Perfect 10 offers cannot be combined together.
Triple Discounts On most Superior trips we offer a triple reduction of up to 5% on twin share price.
Price Guarantee As soon as Contiki has received your deposit, the land tour price confirmed to you by Contiki reservations is guaranteed so book and pay your deposit as early as possible! It gives you the best choice and could save you money.
Single Traveler Savings When traveling alone, you may not want to incur the expense of a single room supplement, so why not share with fellow passengers of the same sex on a ‘twin room’ basis. It is an enjoyable way to travel and make new friends and helps stretch your budget further. |
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