Ireland Forever 2019

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Irresistibly Irish and endlessly fun, Tauck Bridges new Ireland vacation takes your family from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher... travel by train, horse-drawn carriage, jaunting cart, bicycle, boat and even a World War II amphibious vehicle on this Emerald Island family adventure!

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Dublin sightseeing by World War II amphibious vehicle
    • step dancing lessons
    • traditional pub lunch; pottery making
    • Celtic jewelry design with local artisan
    • demonstration at Ballymaloe Cookery School; bicycle ride along the Lakes of Killarney; hawk walk at Dromoland Castle; sheep dog & sheep shearing demonstrations; Irish dancing & storytelling

What's this trip about?

    Irresistibly Irish and endlessly fun, Tauck Bridges new Ireland vacation takes your family from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher... travel by train, horse-drawn carriage, jaunting cart, bicycle, boat and even a World War II amphibious vehicle on this Emerald Island family adventure!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityDublin
End CityCounty Clare, Ireland

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Family Friendly
  • Digital Detox

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Ireland

Attractions

  • Dublin

Activities

  • Kid-friendly activities

Trip includes

    • Private sightseeing in Dublin aboard a World War II amphibious vehicle Step dancing lessons and a treasure hunt Pottery making and Celtic jewelry design with a local artisan A farm-fresh cooking demonstration and dinner with entertainment at the internationally acclaimed Ballymaloe Cookery School, in the middle of a 100-acre organic farm Bicycle ride along the Lakes of Killarney lakeshore A walk with a hawk at Dromoland Castle Sheep dog and sheep shearing demonstrations, Irish dancing and storytelling during a farewell dinner on a working farm Airport transfers on arrival and departure as noted 18 meals (7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners); all gratuities to Tauck Director, local guides and drivers; service charges, taxes, and porterage

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Dublin for a Viking welcome, Irish dancing, dinner and more
Tour begins: 3:30 PM, Conrad Dublin. A transfer is included from Dublin Airport to the Conrad Dublin hotel, centrally located in the heart of Ireland's capital city steps from St. Stephen's Green. With a bustling harbor and a river running through the middle of the city,...
Day 2 A treasure hunt in Dublin
The city of Dublin dates back to the 9th century, when seafaring Vikings founded a settlement here. This morning, you'll hunt for clues to its ancient history - and meet some costumed characters of days past - as you go on a scavenger hunt in the city's very old streets ...
Day 3 Ride the rails to County Cork, Blarney Castle and a meeting with an Irish storyteller at a barbecue
Travel first class on a train bound for the Irish countryside at the southern tip of the Emerald Isle. Hop off in County Cork for a visit to Blarney Castle, where high up in the battlements awaits a chance to lay a kiss upon its famous stone. Be prepared for a backward b...
Day 4 Learning the art of making pottery and Celtic jewelry in Kinsale
After a leisurely morning on the grounds of your resort, head off to the Kinsale Pottery and Art Centre for a tour and an artful afternoon making colorful ceramic pottery and traditional Celtic jewelry. Local artisans will show you how to make pottery, helping you hand-b...
Day 5 Resort fun at Castlemartyr and cooking up a taste of daily life at Ballymaloe
Work up an appetite for a home-cooked Irish dinner tonight by enjoying a variety of outdoor activities at your resort this morning, including golf, hurling*, archery*, and pony trap* rides. After lunch, head out to Ballymaloe, the only cookery school in the world located...
Day 6 Killarney by bicycle then on to Dromoland Castle
Say goodbye to Castlemartyr and continue your Ireland family vacation through lovely, lush landscapes to Killarney. There's no better way to explore Ireland than by bicycle, and that's just what you'll do today on a bicycle ride along the lakeshore of the world-famous La...
Day 7 The Cliffs of Moher, a walk with a hawk and an Irish farm farewell
Be sure to bring your camera today as you visit one of the world's most photographed natural wonders. The Cliffs of Moher, five miles long, soar 659 feet over the crashing waves below, providing you with amazing bird's-eye views of the craggy Irish coast below. Back on t...
Day 8 Journey home
Tour ends: Newmarket-on-Fergus. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included to Shannon Airport from Dromoland Castle. You should allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in. MEALS : B PORTOFCALL : County Clare, Ireland

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Price From $4,450
Price per day$556
Last Updated: 5/20/2019

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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It's easy to see the world's sights. To stand in long lines, push through the crowds, and generally have the same standard-issue vacation as everyone else. But that's not good enough for us, and it's not good enough for you. We believe that travel should be easy. It should be fun. It should be worth your time and the price you paid. It should re-energize and transform. And above all else, it should be beyond the ordinary. Because how you see the world matters.

In 1882, Herman Tauck arrived in New York City from Germany in search of the American dream. His determination and values were passed on to his son, Arthur Tauck, who would realize that dream. With ingenuity and an innovative spirit, Arthur started Tauck Motor Tours, a travel company that would give birth to a new industry. The first tour, through the back roads of New England, was created by this 27-year-old in 1925. It embodied the same successful formula used by Tauck today: do the right thing. Craft a life-enriching travel experience; provide it at a single all-inclusive price; ensure there is great value for money; and rely on recommendations of satisfied customers to build a following and grow the business.

Two elements that did change over the next 90+ years – and three generations of Taucks – were the scope of destinations served and the variety of modes of travel used. Today Tauck delivers life-enriching travel experiences to every corner of the globe, incorporating small cruise ships, premium riverboats, trains, helicopters and more. What started as a New England motor coach tour company has truly evolved into an extraordinary global travel company. The fourth generation of Taucks is now involved in the company. While remarkable in any business, this seamless continuity across generations speaks to shared vision and values.

Throughout its history, the concept of “family” at Tauck has gone far beyond those sharing the surname to include hundreds of valued employees, and hundreds of thousands of loyal guests. The story of Tauck is the story of a unique American family company celebrating a passion for travel – a story that will continue to inspire generations to come.

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