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Ireland Escorted Bus Tours
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7-Night Tours |
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Well paced with two-nights in Killarney, and overnight stays in Galway and Waterford. The driving days are of a reasonable length with frequent and often scenic stops offering photo opportunities.
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8-Night Tours |
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Irelands compact landscape means driving distances are not great. Therefore, the tour pace is relatively easy going. This is complemented by the two-night stays in Killarney, Cong and Dublin.
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9-Night Tours |
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On your journey through England, Scotland and Wales, you'll experience a theatre performance in London, an evening of dinner and local entertainment in Edinburgh, and an overnight stay at Ruthin Castle. You'll see the must-see sites in London including Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey. Stop in Cambridge, home of the famous university; and in York, don't miss the magnificent 13th-century Minster, thought to be one of the finest cathedrals in all of Europe. A two-night stay in Edinburgh, Scotland, allows you to tour its famous highlights including Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish crown jewels. You'll delight in the rolling countryside and charming villages of the area known as the Cotswolds. All along the way, there will be beautiful vistas at every turn, from the pastoral scenes of England's Lake District, to the ancient structures of Bath, to the quaint charm of Shakespeare's birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon.
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10-Night Tours |
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Explore Ireland in depth and hear exciting stories of its rich history, legends, and myths. Begin your trip in Dublin, Ireland’s capital, with an orientation drive that introduces you to Dublin’s major attractions. Motor north via the legendary Hill of Tara, cross the River Boyne, and stop for two overnights in Sligo. On your Northern Ireland excursion, pause at the grave of poet W.B. Yeats in Drumcliff, visit Belleek Pottery, and follow your Local Guide on a walking tour through Derry, the second-largest city in Northern Ireland. Stop in charming Donegal to shop for hand-knitted woolen goods. Via Knock, where pilgrims from around the world flock to the Marian Shrine, and vibrant coastal Galway, head for the breathtaking 668-foot Cliffs of Moher. Take photographs of the thatched cottages in Adare, then drink in the breathtaking scenery on the Dingle Peninsula before arriving in the bustling resort of Killarney. More spectacular scenery awaits you during the coastal drive along the beautiful “Ring of Kerry,” where you see sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly colored farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with verdant vegetation, and spectacular views of the Lakes of Killarney. Next, stop in Blarney, famous for its castle and Stone of Eloquence, and enjoy an included visit to the world-famous crystal factory showroom in Waterford. Heading north, visit historic Enniscorthy, Ireland’s oldest handweaving mill at Avoca, and Glendalough with St. Kevin’s Irish Christianity Centre ruins. Back in Dublin, your vacation ends with an exciting optional tour.
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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.
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11-Night Tours |
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Highlights include Dublin, Westport, Killary Harbor Cruise, Galway, The Burren, Dingle Peninsula, Irish National Theatre, Kinsale and more.|
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12-Night Tours |
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This is a well paced tour with two-night stays in Killarney and Galway, as well as in Dublin. The driving days are of a reasonable length, with frequent stops offering splendid photo opportunities.
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Explore the Celtic cultures, ancient castles, and lively pubs of beautiful Ireland and Scotland. Begin in Dublin, where you will enjoy a jovial evening of traditional Irish cuisine and music and see the world-famous St. Patrick's Cathedral, O'Connell Street, Grafton Street, Phoenix Park and the city's trademark rows of Georgian town homes. Traveling through central Ireland, visit Belleek Pottery, internationally known for its highly decorative Parian China. Continue on to Donegal Town, where you can browse the many craft and woolen shops of the town square. A short journey brings you to the spectacular Glenveagh National Park, where Glenveagh Castle sits within 40,000 acres of mountains, lakes, and woodland. In historic Derry, a walking tour features the magnificent medieval city walls, St. Augustine's Cathedral, and the Guildhall. En route to Belfast, see Northern Ireland's magnificent Giant's Causeway which resembles a cobbled road leading into the sea. And of course, you can't leave Ireland without visiting the oldest distillery in the world to learn the art of making Irish whiskey and participate in a tasting! A ferry carries you across the sparkling sea to Scotland, the land of kilts and bagpipes. Explore the regal capital of Edinburgh, where you'll see the 11th century Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish crown jewels. On the mystical Isle of Iona, you will see Iona Abbey, the birthplace of Scottish Christianity and burial place of early Scottish Kings. You'll also enjoy a delightful sheep dog demonstration and learn about the country's agricultural industry. Finally, visit the magnificent Stirling Castle, where Mary, Queen of Scots, was crowned in 1543.
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Ireland is a land of lush emerald green fields, warm people, music, story and thousands of years of history. The sea and Ireland's craggy, dramatic shoreline is never more than 80 miles away. See the Aran Islands and crashing North Atlantic from the 700-ft-high Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland's most photographed sights. En route to Galway, visit the rugged, rocky Burren, home to wildflowers grown from seeds blown in and scattered by winds from places all over the world. At the Molanna Dairy farm, learn what life was like for a traditional Irish farming family, followed by a lakeside jaunting car ride along the lakes Killarney. Travel the Ring of Kerry, one of the most beautiful coastal routes in the world then journey through rugged mountain passes into "Ladies View" and see spectacular views of the lakes of Killarney. After a scenic drive through West Cork, stop at Blarney Castle, where you can kiss the stone which reportedly gives the gift of eloquence. Take home a few distinctly Irish souvenirs or gifts from the Blarney Woollen Mills, Midleton Whisky Distillery and Waterford Crystal Factory. Experience a night in a castle before spending two nights in Dublin where you'll visit St. Patrick's Cathedral, stroll O'Connell Street and enjoy plenty of independent time to explore on your own.
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13-Night Tours |
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A well paced tour with two-night stays in the contrasting cities of Edinburgh, Dublin and Killarney; plus a variation in pace with two different Irish ferry crossings to Dublin and from Rosslare.
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14-Night Tours |
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This well paced tour has two-night stays in Dublin, Killarney, the Highlands and Edinburgh. The driving days are of a reasonable length; frequent stops provide ample photo opportunities.
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Join us on an unparalleled journey through England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. From the glitz and glamour of London to the charm of Killarney, you'll relive the magic and merriment of the middle ages on this great adventure. Your 2-night stay in London includes a sightseeing tour viewing its famous landmarks, including Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Tower of London with time to explore on your own. Experience the grandeur of Salisbury Cathedral before marveling at the mysterious rock formations of Stonehenge. A visit to Bath and its Roman Baths Museum is where you’ll see 1st century spas. Then it's on to Wales and its capital Cardiff before boarding your ferry for a delightful cruise to Ireland. Here you'll have the opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone; witness stunning vistas along the Ring of Kerry; visit a dairy farm; and enjoy a guided tour to the Rock of Cashel. Other highlights in Ireland include tours of the Waterford Crystal Factory, dinner at an Irish cabaret, and a tour of the "Fair City" of Dublin. A ferry ride across the Irish Sea brings you back to Wales where you'll see beautiful Caernarfon Castle, where Charles was crowned Prince of Wales, before traveling north to England's scenic Lake District. Crossing into Scotland and its capital Edinburgh, you'll tour the famous Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish crown jewels, and enjoy a traditional Scottish dinner with entertainment. This tour concludes with a visit to the city of York, where you'll enjoy a walking tour through its quaint streets before venturing onto Stratford-upon-Avon, the home of William Shakespeare.
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16-Night Tours |
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England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales—experience them all on this comprehensive vacation. Your adventure begins with a full day to enjoy exciting optional tours in London before heading out to Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace. In Oxford, a walking tour takes in the colleges where Britain’s elite receive their education, then experience the exquisite Cotswolds, Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, and Lady Godiva’s Coventry. Continue to York, England’s most complete medieval city, for a walking tour. See a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes, and enter Scotland for two overnights in regal Edinburgh. Here, your sightseeing tour with a Local Guide includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Travel south through the Lowlands to Gretna Green, where the blacksmith used to wed runaway couples. Continue through the Lake District, considered the finest of England’s national parks, visiting Wordsworth’s charming Grasmere and beautiful Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake. Enjoy a walking tour of 2,000-year-old Chester and drive into Wales through breathtaking Snowdonia National Park, Betws-y-Coed, and Llanberis Pass to the Isle of Anglesey. At Holyhead, board a ferry for Dublin, Ireland’s capital, where an orientation drive shows you the main attractions. Head west and via Galway to the spectacular 668-foot Cliffs of Moher. Take a break in Adare, known for its remarkable thatched cottages, then enjoy breathtaking views on your drive along the spectacular “Ring of Kerry.” After an overnight in the popular resort of Killarney, motor to Blarney, famous for its castle and “Blarney Stone.” Leave Ireland and take the ferry back to Wales for an orientation drive of Cardiff, the capital of Wales. Then, return to England and stop in the Georgian city of Bath, famous for its Roman relics. Continue to enigmatic Stonehenge and majestic Salisbury. Your tour ends back in London with free time—a memorable trip!
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20-Night Tours |
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Experience the best of England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales on this in-depth exploration of the British Isles. Begin your vacation in London with a full day to enjoy the city on your own or to take optional tours, then visit enigmatic Stonehenge and majestic Salisbury with its magnificent cathedral. Drive through Dartmoor National Park and visit Widecombe-in-the-Moor, setting of The Hound of the Baskervilles, before arriving in Plymouth, starting point for the Pilgrims’ 1620 voyage. Hear about legendary King Arthur in Glastonbury and explore elegant Georgian Bath, famous for its Roman relics. Leave England, cross into Wales, and arrive in Cardiff, the capital of Wales, for an orientation drive. Ferry across St. George’s Channel to Ireland, stopping in Blarney, famous for the legendary “Blarney Stone,” and in the popular resort of Killarney. Along the scenic “Ring of Kerry” coastal route, see sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly colored farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with verdant vegetation, and spectacular views of the Lakes of Killarney. Savor splendid views from the shores of the Dingle Peninsula, and in Adare, take photographs of the lovely thatched cottages. Then, enjoy an orientation drive of Limerick. Spend the night in the market town of Ennis before heading west to the spectacular 668-foot Cliffs of Moher. Travel via Galway to Dublin, Ireland’s capital, where you see all the major sights. Cross the Irish Sea to Holyhead on the Welsh Isle of Anglesey, then motor to 2,000-year-old Chester in England. Head north through the Lake District, often considered the finest of England’s national parks, and cross the border into Scotland. Spend the night in Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, before traveling into the Highlands. Follow the banks of mysterious Loch Ness on the way to Inverness. Cross Culloden Moor and stop at St. Andrews, founded in 1754 and home of golf. Spend two nights in regal Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, and visit mighty Edinburgh Castle on your guided tour. Continue south to see a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes. Stop in York, England’s most complete medieval city, for a walking tour through its maze of quaint streets. Pass Robin Hood’s legendary Sherwood Forest, and enjoy time in Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, Lady Godiva’s Coventry, and the scenic Cotswolds. On the way back to London, visit the burial place of Sir Winston Churchill at Bladon. Enjoy a walking tour in Oxford, where England’s elite receive their education. Your unforgettable vacation ends back in London.
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22-Night Tours |
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A well paced tour with two-night stays in the cities of Edinburgh, Thurso, Sligo, Plymouth and Dublin, plus the change of pace with two different Irish ferry crossings and pleasant driving days with frequent stops.
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25-Night Tours |
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This extensive vacation covers the whole of the British Isles—Scotland, England, Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Wales. No other tour is as complete. Begin your trip with two overnights in London and time to explore on your own or to take an optional tour. Head to Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace; enjoy a walking tour of Oxford, where Britain’s elite receive their education; and travel through the exquisite Cotswolds to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and Lady Godiva’s Coventry. Continue on to York, England’s most complete medieval city, for a walking tour with your Tour Director. See a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes, and enter Scotland for two overnights in regal Edinburgh. In the Scottish capital, your tour includes a visit to mighty Edinburgh Castle. On to St. Andrews, home of golf; Braemar, home of the Royal Highland Games for the past 900 years; and Royal Deeside, where the Queen is an annual visitor. Enjoy an excursion to the spectacular west coast of Scotland, then drive over to the beautiful Isle of Skye. Scenic highlights await you on the way to Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, and an orientation drive acquaints you with Glasgow’s attractions. Next, ferry to Belfast in Northern Ireland and visit remarkable Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on the way to Derry. Travel to Knock, where pilgrims flock to the Marian Shrine; see the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher; and drink in the scenery on the Dingle Peninsula and along the gorgeous “Ring of Kerry.” Stop at popular Killarney; Blarney, known for the “Stone of Eloquence”; and Waterford, famous for its crystal. Visit Ireland’s oldest handweaving mill at Avoca and enjoy Glendalough with St. Kevin’s Irish Christianity Centre ruins. In Dublin, Ireland’s capital, an orientation drive shows you the sights. Then, ferry back across the Irish Sea to Holyhead and travel south through scenic Wales with stops in Wrexham and Cardiff. Return to England and explore elegant Georgian Bath, famous for its Roman relics. Hear about King Arthur in Glastonbury, stop in Widecombe-in-the-Moor, made famous in The Hound of the Baskervilles, and see where the Pilgrims embarked on their monumental journey in Plymouth. Also see St. Michael’s Mount and Land’s End on the way to the popular seaside town of St. Ives. Contemplate the mystery of Stonehenge, take a break in beautiful Salisbury with its magnificent cathedral, and overnight in Brighton before returning to London for the finale of your awesome adventure.
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