12 Day Irish Patriot Trail
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- Travel throughout Ireland to trace the history of the struggle for Irish political freedom, from the 1798 Rebellion to the 1916 Easter Rising and the 1922 Civil War, eventually culminating in Irish independence.
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- Sightseeing by luxury coach
- Professional driver/guide
- 11 nights in hotels listed
- Full breakfast daily (B) except on day 1
- 9 dinners (D) including
- - Taylor’s Three Rock Pub
- - Wm Cairnes Gastropub farewell dinner
- - 7 table d'hote dinners
- 2 Lunches (L)
- Welcome get-together drink
- Tours of Dublin and Belfast
- 1916 Rising walking tour of Central Dublin and General Post Office
- Walking tours of Cork, Galway, Derry and Drogheda with local guides
- Irish coffee at the Imperial Hotel in Cork
- Horse-drawn jaunting car ride in Killarney
- Banna Strand – Site of Sir Roger Casement’s landing
- Ferry ride across the River Shannon
- “The Quiet Man" walking tour of Cong
- Dan O'Hara's Homestead Farm
- Sheans Heritage Farm turf-cutting, tea and scones
- Step dancing display in Cabra Castle Hotel
- Visits and admissions to Kilmainham Gaol, Croke Park Museum, Glasnevin Museum, Patrick Pearse Museum, Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, Michael Collins Centre, Derrynane House, Cliffs of Moher, Jackie Clarke Collection, Lissadell House, Giant’s Causeway, Crumlin Road Gaol, Boyne Valley Visitor Centre & Newgrange or Knowth Tomb
- Headsets for walking tours
- Deluxe carry-on backpack, ticket wallet, luggage tags & strap
- All local taxes, hotel service charges & porterage for one suitcase per person
- Free Wi-Fi on coaches and in hotel lobbies
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B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner
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For the 2015 season we will celebrate 83 years of travel excellence! During this time CIE Tours International has provided travellers with the highest quality holidays to Ireland and Britain and we continue to improve our tours and our services.
Over the years we have built up an enviable reputation for security and reliability with satisfied clients throughout the world. We set our own high standards for delivering excellent holidays with state-of-the-art luxury coaches; prompt and pleasant customer service; the best hotels; and carefully chosen visits and entertainment.
Our coach tours are fully inclusive with no optional extras to purchase at your destination. You pay one price and we insist that our tour directors focus solely on your enjoyment. Once you pay the deposit, we guarantee our land tour prices.
If you prefer to travel independently, we offer self-drive and chauffeur-drive programs for Ireland with a wide range of hotel accommodation, which can be booked in advance, as well as popular B & Bs. Whichever way you like to travel, choose one of our fine holidays from our website and enjoy the greatest travel experience ever!
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Sightseeing Visits: CIE Tours includes a variety of attractions on every tour for an interesting travel experience. Check each tour itinerary to see exactly which places are featured. Admission costs are included in the tour price so that you don't waste time paying as you enter each attraction.
Guaranteed Departures & Prices: We guarantee most of our land tour departures which are updated daily on our website. We guarantee land tour costs will not increase, once you have paid your tour deposit, to protect you against international currency fluctuations.
Group Airport Transfers: As a newcomer to an airport, it's great to have someone meet you. We include complimentary group transfers on the starting and ending date of tours at times specified on each itinerary. If you arrive or depart later than our tour dates, you may purchase a transfer from us.
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Leisure & Spa Facilities: Most of the hotels we use offer wonderful leisure facilities and spas. When you travel on a coach tour, you will have some free time most days and may like to enjoy some relaxation and spa serenity! So be sure to pack a swimsuit and workout clothes.
History & Geography: People who choose to travel in Ireland and Britain usually have an interest in the long history of the region and, as you tour around, you will visit a lot of ancient cities, churches and castles. All of our tour directors are well trained in the background information of the places and incorporate this history into their narratives in a manner that is fun and easy to digest. Similarly they are able to give you facts on the geography of the regions you travel through, giving you an insight into climate, farming, weather and other topics.
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Selection Of Itineraries: Touring by coach is a holiday with a capital H! CIE Tours International offers the widest range of itineraries. Depending on your available time and budget, you can choose an ideal tour. All of our programs are carefully planned to permit full enjoyment of your holiday.
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Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel Killiney
This friendly, family-run hotel offers fine views over Dublin Bay. The Library Bar is the perfect venue for a quiet drink and you may dine in the award-winning PJ's Restaurant or in the informal Dungeon Restaurant. Guest rooms provide every amenity for a comfortable stay and the hotel offers extensive leisure facilities. The hotel is located in Killiney, a suburb 9 miles south of Dublin city center and 18 miles from Dublin Airport. Fast DART train service into Dublin is ½ mile away.
The River Lee Hotel Cork
This hotel offers modern design combined with warmth, charm and great facilities. The spacious lobby, bar and dining areas are enhanced by river views. Guest bedrooms soothe the senses with muted colors, simple lines and superb amenities. Dine in the chic Bistro, pamper yourself in the luxurious day spa or work out at the leisure center. Located on the banks of the River Lee near the city center. 10 minutes’ walk to the historic English Market and Patrick Street with its shops, restaurants and pubs. Hotel parking.
Killarney Plaza Hotel Killarney
This modern hotel offers tastefully decorated public rooms with choices of bars and restaurants in an atmosphere of gracious luxury with attentive personal service. Guest rooms provide a tranquil atmosphere in which to rest and relax with plenty of amenities. Facilities include a state-of-the-art leisure center and Molton Brown spa. The hotel is located right in the center of Killarney town within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and pubs. Also close to the jaunting car stand and the peaceful Killarney National Park. Hotel parking.
Radisson Blu Hotel - Galway Galway
Retreat and unwind at this hotel, where guests enjoy sophisticated surroundings highlighted by black granite and walnut accents. At Restaurant Marinas chefs use the finest quality ingredients to design creative dishes. 282 rooms are decorated in a choice of 3 styles. Scandinavian, Maritime and Classic and offer all modern conveniences The hotel features premier services at the Spirit One Spa. Set on Lough Atalia Road, it’s a 5-minute walk from Eyre Square in the center of Galway city with views out to Galway Bay. Hotel parking.
City Hotel, Derry Derry
This modern hotel features an open-plan lobby opening out to Thompson’s Restaurant for breakfasts and dining and Coppins Bar for relaxation with a snack or a cocktail. All 146 guest rooms have been designed to the most exacting standards of contemporary styling. The health and fitness club features a swimming pool and gym. Located downtown Derry and within easy walking distance of Derry's famous medieval walls and all the shops and pubs. Hotel parking
Cabra Castle Hotel Kingscourt
This castle’s history dates to 1760 and gives a mature, cultured air to the magnificent hallways and stairwells. Stay in one of 80 historical and richly designed bedrooms, most of which are situated in the courtyard development, a restoration of the original working areas. Play golf on the 9-hole course or walk around the extensive grounds. Member of Manor House Hotels Group. Located outside the town of Kingscourt, 50 miles northwest of Dublin city and 45 miles from Dublin Airport. Hotel parking.
The D Hotel Drogheda
This modern hotel offers 104 elegant bedrooms designed for guest comfort and relaxation, many with superb views over the Boyne River and Drogheda's town center. The lounge, d bar and restaurant on the ground floor have a cosmopolitan touch, opening onto riverside terraces and a promenade. Wm Cairnes Gastropub, housed in a former brewery, offers a convivial location for dining and casual snacks. Located just 25 minutes north of Dublin Airport on M1 and within walking distance of Drogheda’s shops and attractions. Hotel parking.
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