Join our Spinn-Out Team for an unforgettable journey! This will be our 4th trip to Ireland, and first time to Wales with exclusive transport by luxury motorcoach with our very good friend, driver/guide, Murt O’Shea | Meet and greet service with one group transfer upon arrival and departure at the airport | Hotel accommodation based on twin bedded rooms with private bath as listed for 11 nights | Hotel porterage, service charges and government taxes | Flight bags, ticket wallets, baggage tags and identifying strap | Full Breakfasts (11) • Dinners (6) | Musical performances by Nyke van Wyk and Bret Alexander
March 10 − 22, 2025
$4,865LAND ONLY per person, based on double occupancy – Single Room Supplement $1,599
$882 ROUNDTRIP AIR per person
$250 Deposit to reserve your spot, plus travel protection premium of $415, if purchased.
Deposits are due no later than December 1st, 2024.
Reservations are accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
Final payment due January 3rd, 2025.
HOTELS – 11 Nights
Hilton Garden Inn Snowdonia, Conwy (2)
The Parkgate Hotel, Cardiff (2)
Dooley’s Hotel, Waterford (1)
Great Southern Hotel, Killarney (2)
Galmont Hotel, Galway (2)
Dromoland Castle Hotel, Shannon (2)
HIGHLIGHTS
Guided walking tours of Cardiff & Waterford | Visit Stonehenge | Ferry to Ireland | House of Waterford | Old Midleton Distillery | St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland! | Passage on the Tarbert Ferry | Aran Islands & Dun Aengus | Sheepdog trials at Caherconnell Sheep Farm | Our own musical performances | Surprise stops along the way!
Mon, March 10 DEPART THE UNITED STATES
Depart your hometown and take an overnight flight across the Atlantic. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you travel to start your vacation.
Tue, March 11 MANCHESTER ARRIVAL
After landing at Manchester Airport, complete customs and immigration formalities. Your tour director will welcome you to England and escort you and your luggage to the coach. Next, travel into Llandudno for some time at leisure to explore around the beautiful coastal town independently. You might like to stroll through the vibrant resort town to see the Victorian-era buildings. You may also like to visit the North Shore Beach or spend some time on the lively Pier, where there are plenty of shops, arcade games and restaurants. Continue your journey into Conwy, check into your hotel and enjoy the balance of the afternoon at leisure. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner in the hotel restaurant.
Dinner & Overnight: Hilton Garden Inn Snowdonia, Conwy
Wed, March 12 CONWY CASTLE
Today, embark on a sightseeing tour to see Conwy’s most popular sights. Stop to visit Conwy Castle, a magnificent fortress built in the years between 1283 and 1287 by King Edward I. Then, continue on to visit the Bodnant Garden, which were founded in 1874 and spans 80 acres. The garden is said to be one of the most beautiful gardens in the UK and overlooks the stunning Conwy Valley. Head back to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day free for independent exploring and dining.
Overnight: Hilton Garden Inn Snowdonia, Conwy
Thu, March 13 CARDIFF CASTLE
Leaving Conwy, journey into Cardiff and set off on a guided walking tour around the principal streets of city, considered the youngest and fastest-growing capital in Europe. Stop to tour Cardiff Castle, which dates from the 11th century but was extensively rebuilt in the 1860s with elaborate decorations throughout. Motor a short distance to your hotel, check in and settle into your room. Tonight, meet your group in the hotel restaurant for a delicious meal.
Dinner & Overnight: The Parkgate Hotel, Cardiff
Fri, March 14 STONEHENGE
This morning, drive into Bath and set off on a panoramic tour of the elegant spa town, which has been famous for its natural hot springs for almost 2,000 years. Then, continue on to visit Stonehenge, a celebrated prehistoric monument that is around 5,000 years old. At one time, the site might have been an ancient burial ground or place of worship for ancient Druids. Head back to your hotel in Cardiff for an evening at leisure.
Overnight: The Parkgate Hotel, Cardiff
Sat, March 15 WALES TO IRELAND
Departing Cardiff, travel into Fishguard and take a short ferry ride into Rosslare, located in the eastern banks of Ireland. Upon arrival, meet your CIE Tours driver/guide who will welcome you to Ireland and escort you and your luggage to the coach. Next, journey into Waterford and embark on a leisurely walking tour of the historic city with a local guide. Stroll along Merchant’s Quay before passing the Clock Tower, Reginald’s Tower, City Hall, Theatre Royal and many other historical places. Transfer to your nearby hotel, check in and enjoy some free time before dining in the hotel restaurant with your group.
Dinner & Overnight: Dooley’s Hotel, Waterford
Sun, March 16 HOUSE OF WATERFORD CRYSTAL
After breakfast, add a bit of sparkle to your day by touring the House of Waterford Crystal. While here, learn about glass blowing, cutting and see one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Next, travel into Midleton and stop to visit the Old Midleton Distillery. Discover how whiskey is made as you walk through the old buildings. At the end of your tour, enjoy a sample of the finished product. Continue your drive into Killarney, check into your hotel and settle into your room. You may like to relax or explore some of the quaint town before meeting your group for dinner in the hotel restaurant.
Dinner & Overnight: Great Southern Hotel, Killarney
Mon, March 17 RING OF KERRY
Today will possibly be the highlight of your tour – St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland! After breakfast, set off to explore a section of the breath-taking Ring of Kerry. Along the way, journey into Kenmare and stop to enjoy some time at leisure. Then, continue your drive to Moll’s Gap, which overlooks the three lakes, before traveling to Ladies’ View for more spectacular view of Killarney’s lakes and mountains. Return to Killarney and spend the balance of the day free to participate in the St. Patrick’s Day festivities, which takes over the center of the town. See the colorful bands and decorated floats before taking part in various activities. This is Ireland’s national holiday – so join in the fun! Tonight, you might like to dine in one of the many traditional or modern dinner venues scattered around the charming town.
Overnight: Great Southern Hotel, Killarney
Tue, March 18 CLIFFS OF MOHER
Leaving Killarney, travel into Tarbert and take a short ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary. Next, drive along the coast of scenic County Clare to visit the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most beloved, natural landmarks. See magical vistas, overlooking the shimmering Atlantic Ocean along with Ireland’s Western coastline. Continue your journey into Galway,
check into your hotel and settle into your room. This evening, dine in the hotel restaurant with your fellow travelers.
Dinner & Overnight: Galmont Hotel, Galway
Wed, March 19 ARAN ISLANDS & DUN AENGUS – OR – GALWAY AT LEISURE
This morning, you might like to set off on a short ferry ride from Rossaveal to Inis Mor, the largest of the three Aran Islands. These rocky islands are renowned for the hardy islanders who maintained traditional fishing and farming. The Irish language is still spoken widely. Take a minibus ride to Dun Aengus, a huge pre-historic fortress perched on sheer cliffs, which fall away to the Atlantic Ocean below. Have a look around Kilronan before heading back to Galway. If you do not wish to visit the Aran Islands, enjoy the day at leisure to browse, shop and sightsee independently in Galway. In the evening, you may like to dine in one of the many restaurants or pubs that Galway has to offer.
Overnight: Galmont Hotel, Galway
Thu, March 20 GALWAY TO DROMOLAND CASTLE
Today, visit the Caherconnell Farm, where you will have the opportunity to experience farm life and see sheepdogs, working in their natural environment. After your visit, journey into Shannon and check into Dromoland Castle Hotel, one of Ireland’s finest castle hotels. It is one of the few castle hotels that can trace its ownership back through history to Gaelic Irish families of royal heritage. The castle offers all guests deluxe accommodation and the experience of living as “Landed Gentry.” Spend the balance of the afternoon relaxing in this lavish setting. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers for a superb dinner in Dromoland Castle’s fine restaurant.
Dinner & Overnight: Dromoland Castle Hotel, Shannon
Fri, March 21 BUNRATTY FOLK PARK
After breakfast, drive into Bunratty to visit the Bunratty Folk Park, which comprises a collection of farmhouses from different regions of Ireland. Also, see a 19th century village street with a pub, school, general store and many other buildings where traditional lifestyles and crafts are demonstrated. Head back to your castle hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the many wonderful amenities that Dromoland Castle has to offer. You may wish to stroll through the many paths and trails that surround the lovely castle. Perhaps you would like to see a falconry demonstration, play a round of golf or even take a leisurely horseback riding excursion on the estate property. Tonight, you may like to dine independently in Dromoland Castle’s hotel restaurant or try a local venue.
Overnight: Dromoland Castle Hotel, Shannon
Sat, March 22 RETURN TO THE UNITED STATES
All too soon, your vacation has come to its final day. Transfer to Shannon Airport in good time to check in for your flight. You may do some last minute shopping at the duty free stores before boarding your aircraft and flying back to the United States.
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