2016_brendan_ireland___scotland

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BY YOUR LOCAL EXPERTS
AUTHENTIC
VACATIONS
YOUR CHOICE OF TRAVEL—FROM
FULLY GUIDED TO INDEPENDENT
Ireland& Scotland 2016

ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND
WELCOMES
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T
here’s nowhere in the world like Ireland
and Scotland. And during my 31 years with
Brendan, I’ve been able to share our unrivaled
Celtic hospitality through the gregarious people I’ve
met and unique local places I've discovered.
From our office in the heart of Dublin, the team
and I are passionate to fulfill our promise of taking
you personally. We go above and beyond in creating
your perfect cultural experience in our homelands.
However you prefer to travel, rest assured our
connections unlock iconic landmarks and rich
traditions as only our local experts can.
We have a saying: When something is great fun,
it’s “great craic.” It’s a sentiment we get every day,
sharing our favorite places, our circle of friends and
our famous stories—and one we know you’ll take
home when we help you create your very own
Brendan story.
MEET
CATHERINE
Catherine Reilly, Managing Director
Brendan Vacations, Dublin, Ireland
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PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR
VACATIONS
GUIDED
VACATIONS
LOCALLY HOSTED
RAIL VACATIONS
SELF-DRIVE
VACATIONS

SELF-DRIVE VACATIONS
SIGHTSEEING & ACCOMMODATIONS
LOCALLY HOSTED RAIL VACATIONS
12 GUIDED VACATIONS OVERVIEW
14 TREASURES OF IRELAND
6 DAYS
16 IRISH HIGHLIGHTS
7 DAYS
18 ENCHANTING EMERALD ISLE
8 DAYS
20 SECRETS OF IRELAND, HIDDEN JOURNEY
8 DAYS
22 BEST OF IRELAND
10 DAYS
24 ICONIC IRELAND & ASHFORD CASTLE
10 DAYS
26 IRISH EXPERIENCE
11 DAYS
28 AMAZING IRELAND, AT LEISURE
14 DAYS
30 CELTIC FILMSCAPES, SPECIAL INTEREST
11 DAYS
32 BEST OF IRELAND & SCOTLAND
15 DAYS
34 BEST OF SCOTLAND, AT LEISURE
7 DAYS
36 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS, ISLANDS & CITIES
13 DAYS
38 HIGHLAND TRAIL INSPIRED
BY OUTLANDER, SPECIAL INTEREST
13 DAYS
40 SIX WAYS TO SAVE ON GUIDED VACATIONS
41 GUIDED VACATIONS: THINGS TO KNOW
BEFORE YOU GO
WHAT’S INSIDE
54 LOCALLY HOSTED RAIL VACATIONS OVERVIEW
56 DUBLIN & KILLARNEY
57 DUBLIN, KILLARNEY & GALWAY
58 DUBLIN, CORK, KILLARNEY & LIMERICK
6 TAKING YOU PERSONALLY
8 DISCOVER YOUR BRENDAN STORY
10 IRELAND & SCOTLAND: THE PLACE TO BE
12 GUIDED VACATIONS
40 SIX WAYS TO SAVE ON GUIDED VACATIONS
41 GUIDED VACATIONS: THINGS TO KNOW
BEFORE YOU GO
42 PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATIONS
54 LOCALLY HOSTED VACATIONS
60 SELF-DRIVE VACATIONS
65 SIGHTSEEING & ACCOMMODATIONS
102 BOOKING CONDITIONS
104 TREADRIGHT FOUNDATION
105 TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN
& PREPARE FOR YOUR TRIP
106 SCOTLAND MAP & DRIVE TIMES
107 IRELAND MAP & DRIVE TIMES
42 PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATIONS OVERVIEW
44 IRISH CITIES, LANDSCAPES & CASTLES
7 DAYS
46 FAMILY ADVENTURE ON THE EMERALD ISLE
7 DAYS
48 IRELAND EXPLORER
9 DAYS
49 ROMANTIC IRELAND
10 DAYS
50 SCOTTISH & IRISH HIGHLIGHTS
13 DAYS
52 BONNIE SCOTLAND
6 DAYS
60 SELF-DRIVE VACATIONS OVERVIEW
62 IRELAND SELF-DRIVE SAMPLE VACATIONS
63 SCOTLAND SELF-DRIVE SAMPLE VACATIONS
64 HERTZ®
CAR HIRE
65 SIGHTSEEING IN IRELAND & SCOTLAND
68 HAND-SELECTED ACCOMMODATIONS
OVERVIEW
70 DUBLIN ACCOMMODATIONS
74 CORK & SOUTHEAST ACCOMMODATIONS
78 KILLARNEY & SOUTHWEST
ACCOMMODATIONS
82 SHANNON REGION ACCOMMODATIONS
84 GALWAY & THE WEST ACCOMMODATIONS
89 NORTHERN IRELAND ACCOMMODATIONS
92 SCOTLAND ACCOMMODATIONS
100 LONDON SIGHTSEEING
101 LONDON ACCOMMODATIONS
GUIDED VACATIONS
PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR VACATIONS
IRELAND AND SCOTLAND
VACATION SELECTIONS
Let our Travel Directors show you the (Celtic) way
Independent travel with Local Hosts on hand 24/7
A Private Chauffeur takes you where you choose
Take the wheel for the ultimate in freedom
Hand-selected for the perfect local experience
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TRAVEL YOUR WAY
N
o one knows Ireland and Scotland better than
our team at Brendan. However you like to
travel, trust us to tailor to your unique needs.
We’ve designed four different options to start with,
from perfectly-planned Guided Vacations with your
ownTravel Director, to customizable Private Chauffeur,
Locally Hosted Rail and Self-Drive trips. Each is carefully
crafted to meet your interests and how much support
you prefer along the way.
That’s why, whether looking to connect with your
family heritage or simply experience our famous
hospitality, we introduce you to all our local friends
eager to host you for a Celtic journey unlike any other.
Let us roll out the ‘green’ (of course!) carpet and
show you the way.
@jessicarose410
Enjoying some local Irish
music in Killarney. These
guys were awesome! #Tuatha
#GreatCraic #IrishHoneymoon
#TheSchaubsTakeIreland
#mybrendanstory
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I
n spirit of our namesake, the renowned Irish
navigator and voyager St. Brendan, we can’t wait
to welcome you on your own unique discovery
of our beloved countries.
Rest assured with over 45 years of expertise, you’re
getting the perfect mix of accommodations, from
castles and manors to hotels and B&Bs, each
hand-selected by our own Catherine Reilly. And,
our exclusive connections open up all that Ireland
and Scotland have to show you along the way.
Whether it be the sounds of a bagpiper welcoming
you to a grand castle stay or the smell of hearty
home cooking at a family farmhouse, every moment
will be special… What will your story be?
YOUR JOURNEY AWAITS
@critterwil
Such a fun night! Gourmet
pub food, fantastic music with
an adorable Irish singer and
traditional dance! It was like
being in P. S. I Love You!
Amazing trip!!! #mybrendanstory
#Killarney #WilliamsFamilyVacay
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IRELAND & SCOTLAND
THE PLACE TO BE
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BE INSPIRED
T
he beauty of our scenic homelands and
welcoming spirit of our people offer an
unparalleled travel experience. Here are
just a few of our favorites for a taste of what’s
ahead on your journey:
Incredible Places
Celtic Filmscapes – take in scenes from
Game of Thrones and other favorites first hand
Wild Atlantic Way – explore Ireland's full beauty
on this scenic and culturally rich coastal route
World-Famous Events
Edinburgh Tattoo (Aug.) – behold Scotland’s
spectacular military event at Edinburgh Castle
St. Patrick’s Festival (Mar.) – join the fun for the
world’s most-celebrated holiday in the heart of Dublin
The Warmest Welcome
Ashford Castle – live like royalty at the
breathtakingly restored 800-year-old estate,
owned by our parent company and operated
by our sister company and available specially
to our Brendan guests
Marriage Equality – celebrated in Ireland and
Scotland, and on our new specialty itinerary
@charles_trafalgar
Arriving in style at #Ashford-
Castle on the Iconic Ireland
trip today. Like the #Guinness
family we travelled by boat to
the castle and then were piped
from the pier across the bridge
to the castle. #mybrendanstory
See other guests’ Brendan stories:
BrendanVacations.com/stories
#mybrendanstory
TravelBrendanBrendanVacations BrendanVacations
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THE PERFECTLY-PLANNED, HASSLE-FREE EXPERIENCE
GUIDED VACATIONS
R
elax with the ultimate in
hassle-free travel. Our Guided
Vacations are carefully designed
to take you deeper into each destination
with our unique insider’s view. We have
a choice of four trip styles for you: our
many in-depth Ireland and Scotland trips,
plus relaxed-paced At Leisure, Special
Interest and smaller-group Hidden
Journeys (26 or fewer guests).
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WHAT’S ALWAYS INCLUDED:
SEE OUR SIX GREAT WAYS TO SAVE!
(PAGE 40)
MEET
KAREN
“Every single thing exceeded my expectations. Our
Travel Director, John, and Driver, Jimmy were great.
They were helpful, knowledgeable and I always felt safe.
The optional experiences were also terrific. Dinner at
the farmhouse and cooking school of a well-known Irish
cookbook author and television hostess was the icing on the
cake. I am totally impressed. Thank you for everything.”
Karen C.
Webster, NY
Expertise of your Travel Director, Driver and Local
Specialists you'll meet along the way
Sightseeing with VIP entry and unique Insider
Experiences, plus free time with a choice of
Optional Experiences
Hand-selected, quality accommodations with check–in
and luggage handling taken care of for you
Travel by luxury coach with panoramic windows,
air conditioning, a restroom and WiFi onboard
Daily breakfasts and many authentic local meals
Group airport transfers
GUIDEDVACATIONS
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TRINITY COLLEGE, DUBLIN
Travel to Europe often requires an overnight
flight. Please arrange flights to arrive on or
before Day 1.
DAY 1 | *Arrive Dublin /
Afternoon Sightseeing
Welcome to Dublin. Discover the city’s
charms on a guided tour with a Local
Specialist. Walk the cobbled courtyard
of Trinity College to visit its library and
the ornate Book of Kells. Later make an
exclusive visit to one of the city’s unique
treasures, The Little Museum of Dublin,
after it has closed its doors to the public,
for a Welcome Reception with canapés and
drinks. (WR) Hotel: Clayton Ballsbridge
DAY 2 | Dublin / Glendalough /
Waterford / Cork
Leave the bustling Irish capital for the
peaceful 6th-century monastic ruins at
Glendalough. The 100-foot-tall Round
Tower, the Cathedral and St. Kevin’s Cross
are highlights of your stop. Travel on to
see more delicate works of art during
your Cultural Insight experience at the
House of Waterford Crystal in Waterford.
Later head to Cork, the “Rebel City,”
where you have a free evening. (FB)
Hotel: Rochestown Park
DAY 3 | Cork / Cobh / Blarney /
Killarney (2 Nights)
Visit the Heritage Center in Cobh to learn
about the city’s history and legacy. From
the Great Famine and the “coffin ships”
to the doomed Titanic and Lusitania, this
unique display presents the Queenstown
Story in a way like no other. Then head to
Blarney where you can climb to the top of
Blarney Castle to kiss the famed stone and
acquire the “gift of the gab.” Arrive later in
picturesque Killarney. (FB) Hotel:
Killarney Towers
DAY 4 | Ring of Kerry Excursion
Start your day winding around the picture-
perfect Ring of Kerry. Take in the views
of coast and sea, fields and rolling hills, in
this landscape that has inspired artists and
poets for centuries. Stop at Torc Waterfall,
for a leisurely guided walk with a Local
Specialist. Or if you would prefer, re-board
the motorcoach and return to Killarney. (FB)
Please Note: The walk travels over wooded paths.
While there are no mountains to climb, walkers
need to be reasonably fit and have good walking
shoes or boots, sunscreen and raingear. Approx.
3 miles/2 hours.
GUIDED VACATION
TREASURES OF IRELAND
ROUND TOWER AT GLENDALOUGH
THE BRENDAN DIFFERENCE
The Blarney Stone. Irish Coffee. Waterford Crystal.
Irish icons come together on this trip around the south's
biggest cities, Dublin, Cork, Killarney and Limerick,
and into its scenic countryside.
YOU’LL ENJOY INSIDER MOMENTS LIKE…
getting an exclusive 'after-hours' tour inside The Little Museum
of Dublin, whose collection of city treasures was mainly donated
by locals, like the rock fans who curated its ‘U2 Made in
Dublin’ room.

YOUR INCLUDED SIGHTS
City tour in Dublin
Orientation of Waterford, Cork, Cobh and Killarney
Visit Trinity College, Glendalough, Waterford
Crystal, Cobh Heritage Center, Blarney Castle,
Torc Waterfall, Foynes Flying Boat Museum and
the Cliffs of Moher
View St. Kevin’s Cross in Glendalough and
St. John’s Castle in Limerick
See Dublin’s Georgian Squares and Phoenix Park
Scenic drive around the Ring of Kerry
YOUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES
Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Dublin
and Killarney.
Cultural Insight Visit the House of Waterford
Crystal showroom and workshop. Visit Foynes
Flying Boat
Museum and celebrate the golden age of aviation.
Be My Guest Enjoy dinner at a picturesque
farmhouse with an opportunity to meet the family
and members of the local community.
Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise
Hidden Treasure.
CATHERINE INVITES YOU TO…
Think what looking back at the small town of Cobh must have
felt like for millions of Irish before migrating to the United States
in the 19th and 20th centuries. This port city offers a charming
and colorful view.
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PRICES PER PERSON FROM
Starts Dublin/
Ends Shannon
Double
Room
Single
Supp. Opt.
Starts Dublin/
Ends Shannon
Double
Room
Single
Supp. Opt.
MAY AUGUST
1 Sun – 6 May Fri $1,275 $240 7 Sun – 12 Aug Fri $1,295 $240
22 Sun – 27 May Fri $1,295 $240 28 Sun – 2 Sep Fri $1,325 $240
29 Sun – 3 Jun Fri $1,295 $240
JUNE SEPTEMBER
5 Sun – 10 Jun Fri $1,295 $240 4 Sun – 9 Sep Fri $1,325 $240
26 Sun – 01 Jul Fri $1,295 $240 25 Sun – 30 Sep Fri $1,275 $240
JULY OCTOBER
3 Sun – 8 Jul Fri $1,295 $240 2 Sun – 7 Oct Fri $1,250 $240
10 Sun – 15 Jul Fri $1,295 $240 9 Sun – 14 Oct Fri $1,250 $240
17 Sun – 22 Jul Fri $1,295 $240
24 Sun – 29 Jul Fri $1,295 $240
31 Sun - 5 Jul Fri $1,295 $240
BOOK AND PAY EARLY SAVE UP TO $133 P.P.
For details on Brendan’s great savings, see page 40.
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For your chance to save, book by:
17 Dec 2015 | Save 10%
25 Feb 2016 | Save 7.5%
28 Apr 2016 | Save 5%
Other Savings:
Past guest discount | Save up to $66 p.p.
Young traveler discount | $120
Triple room discount | $10 p.p.
INCLUDES:
5 nights’ accommodations. Welcome Reception. 5 full breakfasts.
1 dinner (including Be My Guest). All transportation shown. All
transfers shown. All our featured inclusions shown on page 13.
TREASURES OF IRELAND
6 DAYS
From $1,250 (per person double occupancy)
DUBLIN
CORK
KILLARNEY
LIMERICK
SHANNON
WATERFORD
COBH
BLARNEY
FOYNES
Cliffs Of
Moher GLENDALOUGH
Complimentary transfer
available back to Dublin
Ring
of Kerry
Ireland
Northern
Ireland
Northern
Ireland
DUBLIN
CORK
KILLARNEY
LIMERICK
SHANNON
WATERFORD
COBH
BLARNEY
FOYNES
Cliffs of
Moher GLENDALOUGH
Complimentary transfer
available back to Dublin
Ring
of Kerry
Ferry
Ireland
Northern
Ireland
Northern
Ireland
1
1
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DAY 5 | Killarney / Foynes /
Cliffs of Moher / Limerick
Your first stop today is the Flying Boat
Museum in Foynes, the refueling point
for Pan Am’s Flying Boat, the Yankee
Clipper, from 1939-1945. Gain a Cultural
Insight as you board a replica Boeing
314 to experience life as a passenger.
Foynes is also the birthplace of Irish
Coffee and you’ll savor a cup of the
famous beverage. Next, travel to the
Cliffs of Moher, rising up to 700 feet
above the pounding Atlantic waves.
Enjoy a Be My Guest Farewell Dinner
at a picturesque farmhouse in County
Galway with an opportunity to meet
the family and members of the local
community. Continue to Limerick to
your hotel. (FB, BG) Hotel: Greenhills
DAY 6 | Limerick /
Depart Shannon
It’s time to bid the Emerald Isle
farewell as you are transferred to
the airport. (FB)
Please Note: Your coach returns to Dublin
from Shannon on Day 6. You are welcome to
utilize this complimentary transfer. Drop-off
in Dublin will be at the Clayton Ballsbridge at
approximately 4pm depending on traffic.
MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP
Airport transfers: On arrival at Dublin
Airport transfers will operate at 8.30am,
11am and 1pm. Guests arriving later
should make their own way to the
hotel. Return transfers on the last travel
day will arrive at Shannon Airport at
7am and 9am.
Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities
for Travel Director and Driver, $46
per person.
WiFi: See page 102 for details.
For the best savings and to avoid
disappointment, book early. For extra
nights’ accommodations, see page 41.
*International air: Brendan guarantees
to quote you our lowest possible
airfare available on the day that you
book. Please note that airfares are not
included in the prices.
Visit www.BrendanVacations.com for
availability, up-to-date itineraries and
Optional Experiences.
ADD AN EXTRA NIGHT IN
DUBLIN TO YOUR VACATION
Arrive in Dublin a day or two prior to the start of your
Guided Vacation and begin exploring this exciting city on
your own. Ask your Brendan Specialist for details and prices.
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Limited availability by departure; check www.BrendanVacations.com
CODE: BRSDB
KEY: Insider Experience
WR Welcome Reception | FB Full Breakfast
BB Buffet Breakfast | L Lunch | D Dinner
RM Regional Meal | FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining | DW Dinner with Wine
1
OVERNIGHT STAY
1
START CITY
1
END CITY
SIGHTSEEING STOP
GUIDEDVACATIONS
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The fast-track to Ireland – this insight into the southern
side takes you from Dublin and back again, stopping
at Limerick, Waterford and the scenic Ring of Kerry
along the way.
smelling slow-baked apple and carrot cake as you join a world-
renowned chef, going beyond her cookery school into the heart of her
home to try treasured family favorites like her mother’s soda bread.

City tour in Dublin
Orientation of Galway, Limerick and Waterford
Visit Bunratty Folk Park, the Cliffs of Moher,
Blarney to kiss the stone and gain the ‘gift of the
gab,’ Youghal, the crystal showroom at Waterford
and the famine ship in New Ross
View St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Phoenix Park in
Dublin, the Cathedral of Galway, King John’s Castle
and St. Mary’s Cathedral in Limerick
Scenic drive of the Ring of Kerry
Cultural Insight Visit the three-masted Dunbrody,
a replica of one of the original famine ships used
during emigration from Ireland in the 1800s.
Visit the House of Waterford Crystal showroom
and workshop.
Be My Guest In the lush countryside surrounding
Dublin, we visit a beautiful old farmhouse. Meet
the owner and her family and enjoy traditional
Irish dishes.
FOR MORE INSIDER EXPERIENCES,
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL.
CATHERINE INVITES YOU TO…
Kiss the Blarney Stone and you'll never again be lost for words...
or maybe you will when you discover another highlight, the castle
grounds. Both mystical and magical, they are simply stunning.
before Day 1.
Spend the morning relaxing or exploring
this vibrant, friendly city. Meet your
Travel Director and fellow travelers this
afternoon and see Trinity College, St.
Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix Park and
the stately Georgian Squares with your
Local Specialist. This evening enjoy a
Welcome Reception at a traditional Irish
pub – the perfect introduction to Dublin.
(WR) Hotel: Jurys Inn Parnell Street/
Mespil/Ballsbridge
DAY 2 | Dublin / Galway / Limerick
This morning head towards Galway. View
the Cathedral and enjoy some free time
in the city. In Limerick view King John’s
Castle, St. Mary’s Cathedral and the
Treaty Stone during your orientation.
(FB) Hotel: Greenhills/Radisson Blu
DAY 3 | Limerick / Bunratty /
Cliffs of Moher / Killarney
(2 Nights)
Start your day with a visit to Bunratty
Castle and explore the Folk Park, a living
museum dedicated to life in Ireland during
the 18th and 19th centuries. Then continue
to the Cliffs of Moher. See the history
of the cliffs brought to life with a visit
to the ‘Atlantic Edge’ exhibition. After
a picturesque coastal drive through
the villages of Lahinch and Kilrush take
the ferry across the Shannon estuary.
Arrive tonight in Killarney, your home
for the next two nights. (FB) Hotel:
International/Killarney Heights
Today we experience Ireland’s most scenic
coastal drive around the Iveragh Peninsula,
better known as the Ring of Kerry. It is
undoubtedly one of the most magical and
varied places in the whole of Ireland and is
truly a photographer’s delight. We will also
see Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the
fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley
and Moll’s Gap. Here mountains, valleys,
lakes and sea blend into a landscape that is
often breathtaking beyond words. (FB)
DAY 5 | Killarney / Blarney /
Youghal / Waterford
As you are leaving Killarney this morning
cross the Kerry Mountains and travel
through the colorful market town of
Macroom and see the impressive Castle
Arch. Once the gateway to Macroom
Castle, it is now almost all that remains.
Next stop is Blarney Castle to kiss the
Blarney Stone and acquire the ‘gift of the
gab.’ Later visit the historic seaport town
of Youghal, once home to Sir Walter
Raleigh before arriving in Waterford. Here,
visit the House of Waterford Crystal for a
Cultural Insight demonstration. Watch
the master craftsmen at work during your
tour of the workshop and see the exquisite
completed pieces in the showroom. Dine
tonight at your hotel.
(FB, D) Hotel: Marina/Fitzwilton
GUIDED VACATION
MUCKROSS HOUSE, KILLARNEY
IRISH HIGHLIGHTS
BLARNEY CASTLE
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DUBLIN
WATERFORDKILLARNEY
LIMERICK
NEW ROSS
YOUGHAL
BLARNEYMACROOM
Cliffs Of
Moher
BUNRATTY
GALWAY
Ring of
Kerry
Co. Wicklow
Ireland
Northern
Ireland
DUBLIN
WATERFORDKILLARNEY
LIMERICK
NEW ROSS
YOUGHAL
BLARNEYMACROOM
Cliffs of
Moher
BUNRATTY
GALWAY
Ring of
Kerry
Ferry
Co. Wicklow
Ireland
Northern
Ireland
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DAY 6 | Waterford / New Ross /
Co. Wicklow / Dublin
This morning stop in the town of New
Ross and see the monument to John F.
Kennedy, who visited his ancestral family
hometown in 1963. Visit the three-
masted famine ship Dunbrody and gain
a Cultural Insight into the tragic plight
of Irish emigration during the 1800s.
Continue through County Wexford and
the lush countryside of County Wicklow
before arriving back to Dublin. Join your
companions and Travel Director this
evening for a Be My Guest Farewell
Dinner, before continuing to your
Dublin hotel. (FB, BG) Hotel: Jurys Inn
Parnell Street/Mespil/Ballsbridge
DAY 7 | Depart Dublin
Say goodbye after your unforgettable
journey through the friendly Emerald
Isle! Airport transfers are available.
Conditions apply. (FB)
should make their own way to the hotel.
Return transfers on the last travel day
will arrive at Dublin Airport at 7.30am,
9.30am and 11.30am.
per person.
*International Air: Brendan guarantees
to quote you our lowest possible airfare
available on the day that you book.
Please note that airfares are not
Autumn, Winter, Spring (WRIH): Departures
marked in the price panel are subject to change
in price, discount and hotel. Prices and discounts
will be confirmed in May 2016.
Festive Celebrations: Christmas and New
Year Celebrations have been arranged for these
departures. Join us in Europe to celebrate the
Festive Season.
St. Patrick’s Day will be celebrated in Ireland
on this departure
This trip will be operated in partnership
with our sister company, Trafalgar.
Starts/Ends Dublin Double
Room
Single
Supp. Opt.
Room
Single
Supp. Opt.
APRIL OCTOBER
10 Sun – 16 Apr Sat $1,475 $260 2 Sun – 8 Oct Sat $1,475 $260
23 Sun – 29 Oct Sat $1,475 $260
30 Sun – 5 Nov Sat $1,275 $220
MAY NOVEMBER
1 Sun – 7 May Sat $1525 $260 6 Sun – 12 Nov Sat $1,275 $220
8 Sun – 14 May Sat $1,525 $260 13 Sun – 19 Nov Sat $1,275 $220
15 Sun – 21 May Sat $1,525 $260 20 Sun – 26 Nov Sat $1,275 $220
22 Sun – 28 May Sat $1,525 $290 27 Sun – 3 Dec Sat $1,275 $220
29 Sun – 4 Jun Sat $1,525 $260
JUNE DECEMBER
5 Sun – 11 Jun Sat $1,525 $260 4 Sun – 10 Dec Sat $1,275 $220
12 Sun – 18 Jun Sat $1,525 $260 11 Sun – 17 Dec Sat $1,275 $220
19 Sun – 25 Jun Sat $1,525 $260 21 Wed – 27 Dec Tue $1,395 $220
26 Sun – 2 Jul Sat $1,525 $260 28 Wed – 3 Jan Tue $1,395 $220
JULY JANUARY 2016
3 Sun – 9 Jul Sat $1,495 $260 1 Sun – 7 Jan Sat $1,275 $220
31 Sun – 6 Aug Sat $1,495 29 Sun – 4 Feb Sat $1,275
AUGUST FEBRUARY 2016
7 Sun – 13 Aug Sat $1,495 $260 5 Sun – 11 Feb Sat $1,275 $220
28 Sun – 3 Sep Sat $1,525 $260 26 Sun – 4 Mar Sat $1,275 $220
SEPTEMBER MARCH 2016
25 Sun – 1 Oct Sat $1,475 $260 22 Wed – 28 Mar Tue $1,275 $220
26 Sun – 1 Apr Sat $1,275 $220
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17 Dec 2015 | Save 10%
25 Feb 2016 | Save 7.5%
28 Apr 2016 | Save 5%
Other Savings:
Multiple trip discount | Save up to $38 p.p.
IRISH HIGHLIGHTS
7 DAYS
INCLUDES:
6 nights’ accommodations. Welcome Reception. 6 full breakfasts.
2 dinners (including Be My Guest). All transport shown (including ferry).
All transfers shown. All our featured inclusions shown on page 13.
CODE: IRIH
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1
OVERNIGHT STAY
1
START CITY
1
END CITY
SIGHTSEEING STOP
GUIDEDVACATIONS
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Old-world Ireland comes to life as you travel around
the country, from hearing the ‘upstairs, downstairs’
story of Strokestown Park to tasting fresh-baked scones
at a traditional Irish farm.
dining with Joe and Maeve O’Connell at their family estate,
Belmore House, and hearing how the town of Newtown,
Jerpoint, was born on their land in 1200, as you join them
for an authentic Irish meal.

City tour in Dublin
Orientation of Galway, Killarney and Kilkenny
Visit Strokestown Park House, Kylemore Abbey,
Galway Cathedral, Rathbaun Farm, Cliffs of Moher,
Blarney Castle, Kilkenny Castle and Trinity College
Scenic cruise across the Shannon Estuary
View the mountains of Connemara and the
Torc Waterfall
See Dublin’s Georgian Squares
Scenic drive along the Ring of Kerry
Cultural Insight Visit Strokestown Park House,
an 18th-century mansion which also houses the
Irish Famine Museum in the nearby stables.Visit a
traditional sheep farm and see first-hand an Irish
farming family carrying out their day-to-day chores.
Be My Guest Enjoy dinner at Belmore House and
discover a “lost” town from the 12th century.
CATHERINE INVITES YOU TO COME MEET...
Sr. Magdalena and the community of Benedictine nuns of Kylemore
Abbey. The magnificent view across the lake to Kylemore Abbey
leaves a lasting impression and is just one of the visits that make
this trip enchanting.
CLIFFS OF MOHER
GUIDED VACATION
ENCHANTING EMERALD ISLE
Travel to Europe often requires an
overnight flight. Please arrange flights
to arrive on or before Day 1.
Welcome to Dublin. Meet your Local
Specialist this afternoon for a guided
city tour. See the colorful doors in
elegant Georgian Squares, St. Patrick’s
Cathedral and more. Later gather for a
Welcome Reception and exclusive visit
to the Crypt at Christ Church Cathedral.
Built in 1172, the underground chambers
house memorials, artifacts and altar pieces.
(WR) Hotel: Clayton Ballsbridge
DAY 2 | Dublin /
Strokestown / Ballina
Admire the rolling green countryside as
you cross from Dublin to Ballina. Stop for
a visit to magnificent Strokestown Park
House, an 18th-century mansion with
original furnishings. In the old stables
is the Irish Famine Museum, one of the
world’s best private archives dedicated
to the potato famine of the 1840s, where
you gain a Cultural Insight into the
plight of the Irish people. After time to
view the exhibits, continue to Ballina set
on the River Moy. (FB, D) Hotel: Ballina
DAY 3 | Ballina /
Connemara / Galway
Travel to the pretty town of Westport,
then on to Connemara. Visit Kylemore
Abbey, once a family home. Strikingly
situated on Lake Kylemore, this 19th-century
neo-Gothic wonder now serves as a
Benedictine monastery. After time to see
the walled Victorian gardens, continue
to Galway, the “City of Tribes.” (FB)
Hotel: Connacht
DAY 4 | Galway / Cliffs of Moher /
View Galway Cathedral, an impressive
stone church dating back only to 1965.
Then gain a Cultural Insight into the
life of a traditional sheep farmer on a
stop at a traditional Irish farm. Sip a cup
of morning tea and enjoy a freshly baked
scone, then watch the farmer herd sheep
with the help of his dog. Afterward head
to the coast and the rugged Cliffs of Moher.
There’s time to take in the endless ocean
views before taking the ferry across the
Shannon estuary and on to Killarney. (FB, D)
Hotel: Killarney Towers/Killarney Avenue
Travel the Ring of Kerry, one of the
most scenic drives on the Emerald Isle.
Lakes, mountains, ocean and coast come
together in a landscape that has inspired
poets, artists and musicians for centuries.
Stop at Torc Waterfall for a chance to
join a Local Specialist for a leisurely
guided walk, taking you along the lakeshore
and past the farmlands of the 19th-century
Muckross Estate. If you’d rather forgo
the walk, the motorcoach will return
you to Killarney. (FB)
Please Note: The walk travels over wooded paths
and lakeshore trails. While there are no mountains
to climb, walkers need to be reasonably fit, have
good walking shoes or boots, sunscreen and
raingear. Approx. 3 miles/2 hours.
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7 full breakfasts. 4 dinners (including Be My Guest).
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DAY 6 | Killarney /
Blarney / Kilkenny
Your first stop today is at Blarney
Castle, where you’ll have a chance
to kiss the famous Blarney Stone and
receive the “gift of the gab.” Browse
through the Blarney Woollen Mills
and then travel on to Co. Kilkenny.
Here you will discover the ‘lost’ town
of Jerpoint which was founded in
the 12th century before meeting Joe
and Maeve O’Connell at their home,
Belmore House, where the town was
unearthed. Hear the tale while relishing
a Be My Guest dinner, before arriving
at your hotel in Kilkenny. (FB, BG)
Hotel: Hotel Kilkenny
DAY 7 | Kilkenny / Dublin
With a Local Specialist, visit Kilkenny
Castle, an Anglo-Norman mansion
that sits majestically over the River
Nore. In the castle basement you’ll
find the Butler Gallery, one of Ireland’s
most important art galleries outside
of Dublin. Later, return to Ireland's
capital where you visit Trinity College
to admire the Book of Kells. Toast the
Emerald Isle with your fellow travelers
at a Farewell Dinner in a traditional
Irish pub. (FB, FD)
Hotel: Clayton Ballsbridge
Slan abhaile or “safe homeward” as
you transfer to the airport where your
vacation ends. Transfers are available.
hotel. Return transfers on the last
travel day will arrive at Dublin Airport
at 7.30am, 9.30am and 11.30am.
per person.
Please note that airfares are
not included in the prices.
St. Patrick’s Day will be celebrated in Ireland
on this departure
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BALLYNAHINCH CASTLE
GUIDED VACATION
SECRETS OF IRELAND
before Day 1.
Welcome to Dublin, the lively Irish capital. This
afternoon meet your Local Specialist for a
guided tour. See St. Patrick’s Cathedral, colorful
Georgian Squares and the vibrant, modern city.
Then raise a glass of the “black stuff” and drink
in sweeping Dublin views at the Gravity Bar,
atop the Guinness Storehouse, as you gain a
Cultural Insight into this famous Irish product.
Later savor free time and a Welcome Reception
with Irish beer or wine. (WR) Hotel: Brooks
DAY 2 | Dublin / Kildare / Cashel /
Head across the rolling countryside to Kildare. Stop
for a visit to the Irish National Stud for a Cultural
Insight into the fascinating world of Ireland’s
thoroughbred industry. See the foaling unit,
museum and of course the powerful and regal
stallions. On to visit the spectacular Rock of Cashel
with a Local Specialist where you view its majestic
ecclesiastical ruins. Continue to Killarney, the town
on the lakes, where your evening is free. (FB)
Hotel: The Malton Authentic Accommodation
Enjoy a splendid morning of spectacular
scenery, driving around the Ring of Kerry.
Take in views of coast and sea, hills and green
fields as you travel through this unspoiled
land that has inspired artists and poets for
centuries. At Torc Waterfall, you might wish
to join a Local Specialist for a leisurely
guided walk. If you prefer, the motorcoach
will return you to Killarney. (FB)
Please Note: The walk travels over wooded paths
and lakeshore trails. While there are no mountains
to climb, walkers need to be reasonably fit and
have good walking shoes or boots, sunscreen and
raingear. Approx. 3 miles/2 hours.
DAY 4 | Killarney / Cliffs of Moher /
Galway / Connemara (2 Nights)
Heading north stop to see the stunning Cliffs of
Moher rising up to 700 feet above the Atlantic.
Continue to Galway and visit the Cathedral. At
50 years old, it is one of the youngest of Europe’s
stone cathedrals. Travel on through Connemara
to the extraordinary Ballynahinch Castle Hotel.
(FB, D) Hotel: Ballynahinch Castle
Authentic Accommodation
DAY 5 | Connemara Excursion
Drive through the scenic landscapes of Connemara,
taking in views of rugged mountains, shimmering
lakes and endless shades of green. Make a stop in
the picturesque town of Clifden, set between the
Twelve Bens Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean.
Then on to visit Kylemore Abbey, a magnificent
castellated structure built as a family home
and now inhabited by a group of Benedictine
nuns. The extensive walled Victorian garden
is a delight to the senses. Later return to your
castle hotel for dinner. (FB, D)
DAY 6 | Connemara /
Sligo / Roscommon
Venture north to Sligo. Here, amid the hills and
loughs that inspired the lyrical lines penned by the
poet William Butler Yeats, you will be welcomed
to a private home for a bit of food, fun and poetry.
Damien and Paula Brennan live in a modern abode
with rustic touches overlooking beautiful Lough
Gill. Inside, you will find walls adorned with
contemporary Irish paintings and a table set
for a Be My Guest feast prepared by Paula, a
noted chef. Damien is a Local Specialist on
W.B. Yeats. Delicious food, fine company and
the poetry of Yeats come together for a heart-
warming meal. Then travel to Roscommon and
Kilronan Castle Hotel, the ancestral home of
the Tenison family and the legendary Colonel
King Tenison. It is one of a few Irish castle estates
that can trace its history back to royal families.
(FB, BG) Hotel: Kilronan Castle
DAY 7 | Roscommon /
Strokestown / Dublin
Stop for a visit to magnificent Strokestown Park
House, an 18th-century mansion with original
furnishings. In the old stables is the Irish Famine
Museum, one of the world’s best private archives
dedicated to the potato famine of the 1840s,
where you gain a Cultural Insight into the plight
of the Irish people. Return to Dublin and visit
Trinity College to see its remarkable treasure,
the elaborate Book of Kells. Relish a Farewell
Dinner with newfound friends. (FB, FD)
Hotel: Fitzpatrick Castle Authentic Accommodation
A complete circle of Ireland including fairytale castle stays,
this incredible itinerary takes you into its many landscapes
– from the cityscape of Dublin, the wild Cliffs of Moher
and the island’s famous ‘emerald’ countryside.
staying in Galway’s luxurious Ballynahinch Castle Hotel, which
was originally built in the 1580s by Donal O’Flaherty, the first
husband of Ireland’s fearsome and blood-thirsty pirate queen,
Grace O’Malley.

City tour in Dublin
Orientation of Killarney, Galway and Sligo
Visit Guinness Storehouse, Irish National Stud, Rock
of Cashel, Cliffs of Moher, Galway Cathedral, Clifden,
Kylemore Abbey, Strokestown Park House and
Trinity College
View Torc Waterfall and the grave of W.B. Yeats
in Drumcliff
See Dublin’s Georgian Squares
Scenic drive around the Ring of Kerry and
through Connemara
Cultural Insight Visit the historically significant
Irish Famine Museum.Visit the Irish National Stud
Farm for an insight into the world of Ireland’s
thoroughbred industry.
Be My Guest Visit the private home of Damien
and Paula Brennan overlooking Lough Gill in Sligo
where delicious food, fine company and the poetry
of W.B.Yeats come together.
CATHERINE INVITES YOU TO COME LEARN…
About Kildare, the beating heart of Ireland's thoroughbred industry.
No one tells this story better than your Local Specialist while you
visit our National Stud Farm, home to the most magnificent horses
and breathtaking gardens.
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transportation shown. All transfers shown. All our
featured inclusions shown on page 13.
SECRETS OF IRELAND
HIDDEN JOURNEY
8 DAYS
You will be transferred to the airport, where
your Emerald Isle adventure concludes.
Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (FB)
AUTHENTIC
ACCOMMODATIONS
The Malton, Town Centre, Killarney
Unlimited, free rail travel for Lord Kenmore
was the clincher to acquire the land needed
for this Authentic Accommodation built over
160 years ago. Its prime central position next
to the train station and marvelous Victorian
features have ensured enduring popularity.
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel, Co. Galway
This Authentic Accommodation, set in 450
acres of woodland, was built in the 18th
century by the powerful Martyn family.
The original castle dates back to the
1560s, when owner Donal O’Flaherty
was married to Ireland’s fearsome pirate
queen, Grace O’Malley.
Kilronan Castle Estate and Spa,
Co. Roscommon
Set in forty acres of green meadows and
ancient forest, the ancestral home of the
Tenison family and the legendary Colonel
King Tenison is an Authentic Accommodation
that prides itself on its royal roots.
Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel, Killiney,
Co. Dublin
This grand Authentic Accommodation was
originally built as a hunting lodge by Col. John
Mapas in 1740. Run by the Fitzpatrick family
for over 40 years, the hotel stands on the
brow of Killiney Hill, with magnificent views
over Dublin Bay.
Group Size: Itineraries have a maximum
of 26 guests.
Room Share: Guaranteed Room Share is
not available on this trip.
Airport transfers: On arrival at Dublin Airport
transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and
1pm. Guests arriving later should make their
own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the
last travel day will arrive at Dublin Airport at
7.30am, 9.30am and 11.30am.
Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for
Travel Director and Driver $61 per person.
disappointment book early. For extra
ADD AN EXTRA NIGHT IN DUBLIN
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your own. Ask your Brendan Specialist for accommodation
and private transfer prices.
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GUIDEDVACATIONS
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Travel to Europe often requires an
Spend the morning relaxing and enjoying
the sights of Dublin. Later meet your
fellow travelers and Travel Director for
a sightseeing tour of this wonderful city
with a Local Specialist. This evening visit
Glasnevin Trust for an informative and
poignant tour with a Local Specialist.
2016 will be the 100-year anniversary
of the Easter Uprising and you will hear
stories about some of the brave characters
from recent Irish history. Enjoy a Welcome
Reception and get to know your fellow
travelers. (WR) Hotel: Ballsbridge
DAY 2 | Dublin / Co. Wicklow /
New Ross / Waterford
Head through scenic Co. Wicklow, known
as The Garden of Ireland, and on to New
Ross – the ancestral home town of John
F. Kennedy. Visit the Dunbrody Famine
Ship to gain a Cultural Insight into the
plight of Irish Emigrants. Later arrive in
Waterford and see how the famous crystal
is crafted during your guided tour of the
visitor center to gain a Cultural Insight.
(FB, D) Hotel: Dooley’s
DAY 3 | Waterford / Youghal /
Blarney / Killarney (2 Nights)
Travel via the historic seaport town of
Youghal, once home to Sir Walter Raleigh.
At Blarney, gain the ‘gift of the gab’ as you
have a chance to kiss the famous stone.
Arrive later in Killarney, your home for the
next two nights. (FB, D) Hotel: Dromhall
varied places in the whole of Ireland and is
truly a photographer’s delight. We will also
see Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the
fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley
and Moll’s Gap. Here mountains, valleys,
lakes and sea blend into a landscape that is
often breathtaking beyond words. (FB)
DAY 5 | Killarney / Dingle
Peninsula / Adare / Limerick
Explore the beauty of the Dingle Peninsula
with its small fishing towns and rugged
landscape. Visit Adare, one of the prettiest
villages in Ireland. Your orientation of
Limerick includes views of St. Mary’s
Cathedral, King John’s Castle and the
Treaty Stone. (FB) Hotel: Greenhills
DAY 6 | Limerick / Bunratty /
Cliffs of Moher / Galway (2 Nights)
Explore Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
dedicated to life in Ireland during the 18th
and 19th centuries. Later arrive on the
dramatic and rugged coast for a unique
Be My Guest lunch experience which
includes foraging for local wild plants
before sitting down for a hearty lunch with
spectacular views. Visit the magnificent
Cliffs of Moher and see the history of
the cliffs brought to life with a visit to the
‘Atlantic Edge’ exhibition. Later arrive in
Galway. (FB, BG, D) Hotel: Connacht
This unspoiled region of Western Ireland
is captured in the film The Quiet Man
featuring John Wayne and Maureen
O’Hara. Today see the untouched
landscape of Connemara with its Twelve
Bens mountain range and golden beaches
that stretch out into the Atlantic. During
your scenic drive, stop at Kylemore Abbey
for an included visit to the country’s most
ADARE THATCHED COTTAGE
GUIDED VACATION
BEST OF IRELAND
Our in-depth focus on Eire, this round-trip reveals
how Ireland’s landscapes determine its lifestyle, uniting
popular essentials like kissing the Blarney Stone with
unique meetings with local characters.
foraging for wildflowers, free-growing herbs and seaweed on the
untamed Atlantic shores near Lahinch, before taking them back to
our Irish friend’s restaurant to see how they’re used in local dishes.

City tour in Dublin
Orientation of Waterford, Killarney, Limerick,
Galway and Donegal
Visit the Glasnevin Trust in Dublin, famine ship in
New Ross, the crystal showroom at Waterford,
Blarney to kiss the stone and gain the ‘gift of the
gab,’ Adare, Bunratty Folk Park, Cliffs of Moher, the
rugged Burren, mystical Connemara, Kylemore Abbey,
the Marian Shrine at Knock and County Donegal
View St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Phoenix Park in
Dublin, King John’s Castle and St. Mary’s Cathedral
in Limerick and the Cathedral of Galway and
Donegal Castle
Scenic drives along the Ring of Kerry and the
Dingle Peninsula
Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Dublin.
Cultural Insight Visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship
to gain an insight into the plight of Irish Emigrants
in the 1800s.Visit the House of Waterford Crystal
showroom and workshop.
CATHERINE INVITES YOU TO REFLECT…
As we come together in 2016 to celebrate and have pride in Ireland’s
100 years of independence and to honor those who gave their lives in
the 1916 Easter Rising.
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romantic castle and walk through the
Victorian Walled Garden. Arrive later
in Galway where you have free time to
view the cathedral or stroll through
Eyre Square. (FB)
DAY 8 | Galway / Knock / Sligo
Heading north we stop in the town
of Knock to view the Marian Shrine.
See the grave of Irish poet W.B. Yeats
in the churchyard of Drumcliff. Later
arrive in Sligo. (FB) Hotel: Clarion
DAY 9 | Sligo / Co. Donegal
Excursion / Donegal / Dublin
This morning explore the region of
Donegal where old traditions still play
a part in everyday life. In the town of
Donegal, see the castle which was
once the stronghold of the O’Donnell
clan. Travel back to Dublin where you
will have time to explore this lively city.
Walk down Grafton Street and see
the street performers and musicians
or walk the banks of the River Liffey
and cross the Ha’penny Bridge. Tonight
join your fellow travelers for a Farewell
Dinner. (FB, FD) Hotel: Ballsbridge
After a hearty Irish breakfast, say
farewell to your Travel Director and
fellow travelers as your Irish vacation
comes to an end. Transfers are
available. Conditions apply. (FB)
at 7.30am, 9.30am and 11.30am.
per person.
to quote you our lowest possible
airfare available on the day that you
book. Please note that airfares are not
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Glasnevin Cemetery Museum, Dublin
You’ll explore with an expert historian, who’ll reveal the
cemetery’s importance to Irish history and explain how
your visit helps fund its preservation. For more see page 104.
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ASHFORD CASTLE
GUIDED VACATION
ICONIC IRELAND ASHFORD CASTLE
The highlight of this crafted itinerary is a night in the
breathtaking Ashford Castle – a luxurious and historic
13th-century castle owned and operated by our sister
company The Red Carnation Hotel Collection.
gaining an insight into rural farm life in Ireland. Following a
bagpiper over the drawbridge of the iconic 13th-century Ashford
Castle. And meeting our local expert, Linda, at Torc Waterfall,
for a walk in Killarney National Park.

City tour in Dublin and Kinsale
Orientation of Killarney and Galway
Visit Powerscourt Gardens, St. Patrick’s Cathedral
and Trinity College in Dublin, Blarney Castle, Torc
Waterfall, the Cliffs of Moher and Kylemore Abbey
View Galway Cathedral
See Dublin’s Georgian Squares and Phoenix Park
Scenic cruise on Lough Corrib
Scenic drive around the Ring of Kerry
Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Dublin,
Kinsale, Killarney and Ashford Castle.
Cultural Insight Visit a traditional sheep farm and
see first-hand an Irish farming family carry out their
day-to-day chores.Visit a Connemara Marble factory
to see how this local stone has been crafted into
jewelry and figurines for generations.
Be My Guest Enjoy lunch at Belmore House and
discover a “lost” town from the 12th century.

CATHERINE INVITES YOU TO VISIT…
Galway and wander into St. Nicholas Church. Old, big and
beautiful, it sits right in the medieval center of Galway City.
Don’t miss the many interesting and entertaining monuments
in the church and nearby Eyre Square.
THE BRENDAN DIFFERENCE Travel to Europe often requires an
DAY 1 | *Arrive Dublin (2 Nights)
Welcome to the Emerald Isle. This
afternoon, drive south to Powerscourt
Gardens. These spectacular gardens first
began to take shape in the 1740s. The
superb blend of sweeping terraces, fine
statuary and ornamental lakes together
with secret hollows, rambling walks, walled
gardens and over 200 variations of trees
and shrubs are a delight to behold. Together
they form one of the most beautiful gardens
in Ireland. Returning to Dublin, raise a glass
over a light meal at a Welcome Reception.
(WR) Hotel: Clayton Ballsbridge
DAY 2 | Dublin Sightseeing
Free Time
This morning, a Local Specialist takes
you on a city tour. You’ll visit St. Patrick’s
Cathedral, where Jonathan Swift was once
Dean. Then on to admire the colorful
doorways in stately Georgian Squares and
stroll along the cobbled courtyard of Trinity
College to see the ornate Book of Kells. The
balance of the day is at leisure to explore
this welcoming city at your own pace. (FB)
DAY 3 | Dublin /
Co. Kilkenny / Kinsale
Leave the city life behind as you travel to
County Kilkenny. Visit Newtown Jerpoint,
one of Ireland’s best-surviving examples
of a deserted, 12th-century Medieval town
and reputedly the final resting place of
St. Nicholas. Then relish a Be My Guest
lunch with Joe and Maeve O’Connell at
their home, Belmore House. Enjoy the
peace and tranquility of this rural setting
and be ready for a few surprises. Continue
south to picturesque Kinsale, hailed as the
“Gourmet Capital of Ireland.” Your evening
is free and there’s no shortage of cafés,
pubs and restaurants to explore. (FB, BG)
Hotel: Trident
DAY 4 | Kinsale / Blarney /
Meet a Local Specialist this morning
for a walking tour of the historic town of
Kinsale. On to Blarney Castle to kiss the
fabled Stone that bestows the “gift of the
gab.” Then head west to Killarney, the
gateway to magnificent Killarney National
Park and the Ring of Kerry. (FB, D)
Hotel: Killarney Towers
Take in views of the famous “forty shades
of green” as you travel around the Ring
of Kerry. This unspoiled area has inspired
artists and poets for centuries. At Torc
Waterfall you can join a Local Specialist
for a leisurely guided walk. If this countryside
amble doesn’t interest you, the motorcoach
will return you to Killarney, where the rest
of the day is free. (FB)
Please Note: The walk travels over wooded paths.
While there are no mountains to climb, walkers
need to be reasonably fit and have good walking
shoes or boots, sunscreen and raingear. Approx.
3 miles/2 hours.
DAY 6 | Killarney / Cliffs of Moher /
Galway / Connemara (2 Nights)
Traveling north, stop for a walk along
the Cliffs of Moher. These iconic cliffs
rise some 700 feet above the pounding
Atlantic. The views of endless ocean are
awe-inspiring. Continue on your drive,
calling in for afternoon tea and freshly
baked scones at a traditional farmhouse.
Here, you’ll get a Cultural Insight
into farm life in rural Ireland. Next up
is Galway, for an orientation including
impressive Galway Cathedral. End the
day in Connemara. (FB, D)
Hotel: Connemara Coast
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AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATION
Ashford Castle, Cong
Dating back to 1228, Ashford Castle has housed earls,
princes and even the Guinness family. Recently reopened
after refurbishment, this fascinating Authentic Accommodation
is owned and operated by our sister company The Red
Carnation Hotel Collection.
Discover why some consider this rugged
realm of mountains, lakes, rivers and
little towns to be the real emerald of
Ireland. Stop for a visit to Kylemore
Abbey with its beautiful lakeside setting
and then gain a Cultural Insight at the
Connemara Marble Factory, crafters
of Connemara marble for generations.
(FB, D)
DAY 8 | Connemara /
Ashford Castle (Cong)
Board ‘The Isle of Innisfree’ for an
exclusive cruise on shimmering Lough
Corrib. Captain Patrick, Ashford Castle’s
Local Specialist, will share his knowledge
as you glide through the peaceful waters.
Disembarking, a lone piper will escort
you over the drawbridge to Ashford
Castle. Tonight gather in the castle’s
sumptuous restaurant for an elegantly
royal dining experience (gentlemen
are requested to wear a jacket).
(FB, D) Hotel: Ashford Castle
DAY 9 | Cong / Dublin
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and perhaps
a stroll on the estate before returning
to Dublin. The afternoon is free for
last-minute shopping or sightseeing
on your own. This evening celebrate a
memorable trip as you relish a delicious
Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant.
(FB, FD) Hotel: Ballsbridge Tower
You will be transferred to Dublin
Airport where your vacation must
come to an end. Slán go fóill – goodbye
until we meet again! Transfers are
available. Conditions apply. (FB)
at 7.30am, 9.30am and 11.30am.
for Travel Director and Driver $77
per person.
GUIDEDVACATIONS
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before Day 1.
Spend the morning relaxing and enjoying the
sights of Dublin. Meet your Travel Director
and fellow travelers this afternoon and
see Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral,
Phoenix Park and the stately Georgian Squares
with your Local Specialist. This evening
visit Glasnevin Trust for an informative and
poignant tour with a Local Specialist.
2016 will be the 100-year anniversary of the
Easter Uprising and you will hear stories about
some of the brave characters from recent Irish
history. Enjoy a Welcome Reception and get to
know your fellow travelers. (WR) Hotel: Mespil
DAY 2 | Dublin / Belfast
Head to Northern Ireland and the bustling
city of Belfast. Meet your Local Specialist
‘Cabbie’ for a trip through the city’s living
history in a Black Cab. (FB) Hotel: Park Inn
DAY 3 | Belfast / Giant’s Causeway /
Londonderry/Derry (2 Nights)
This morning, visit the birthplace of the
Titanic at the Titanic Belfast Visitor Center
for a Cultural Insight into the world’s most
famous ship. Then continue your journey
along the beautiful Antrim coast road past
scenic glens and rugged beaches. Visit the
Giant’s Causeway, an area of about 40,000
interlocking basalt columns, a World Heritage
site in a designated Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty and one of the most iconic
natural wonders in the United Kingdom.
(FB) Hotel: Everglades
DAY 4 | Londonderry/Derry
Sightseeing and Free Time
Walk along the 17th-century city walls with
your Local Specialist and see the street
murals of the Bogside. Known as the People’s
Gallery, the murals depict the history of the
‘Troubles.’ The afternoon is free to explore
on your own. Consider joining an Optional
Experience to the beautiful Inishowen
Peninsula. Dine tonight at your hotel. (FB, D)
DAY 5 | Londonderry/Derry /
Belleek / Galway (2 Nights)
Travel south through lush countryside to
visit the Belleek Pottery visitor center for a
Cultural Insight demonstration to see the
craftsmen at work. Arrive later in Galway
where you have free time to view the
cathedral or stroll through Eyre Square.
(FB) Hotel: Maldron
Take in the beauty of rugged Connemara
with its loughs and mountainous landscape.
The region was captured in the film The
Quiet Man with John Wayne and Maureen
O’Hara. Later arrive at Kylemore Abbey, visit
the country’s most romantic castle and walk
through the Victorian Walled Garden. Dine
tonight at your hotel. (FB, D)
Limerick / Killarney (2 Nights)
Visit the magnificent Cliffs of Moher and see
the history of the cliffs brought to life with a
visit to the ‘Atlantic Edge’ exhibition. Stop to
enjoy a unique Be My Guest lunch. Our local
friends will take you foraging for wild plants
and seaweed before a hearty lunch with
spectacular views. Travel through County
Clare to Limerick for views of St. Mary’s
Cathedral, King John’s Castle and the Treaty
Stone during your orientation of the city. See
Adare, one of the prettiest villages in Ireland,
before arriving at your hotel in Killarney.
This evening, why not take in the ‘craic’ at
a traditional Irish ceilidh? (FB, BG) Hotel:
Killarney Avenue/Killarney Tower
varied places in the whole of Ireland and is truly
a photographer’s delight. On your journey we
will see Killorglin set on Dingle Bay, which was
the location for the film ‘Ryan’s Daughter.’ We
will also see Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen,
the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley
and Moll’s Gap. Here mountains, valleys, lakes
and sea blend into a landscape that is often
breathtaking beyond words. (FB, D)
BLARNEY CASTLE
GUIDED VACATION
IRISH EXPERIENCE
This foray into the diversity of the North and the South of
Ireland takes you inside increasingly cool cities like Dublin
and Belfast, and much-reported ‘emerald’ countryside.
taking your ticket to board a replica famine ship, joining ‘passengers’
re-creating scenes from the 1840s – when people fled to escape the
potato famine and became early Irish Americans.

City tour in Dublin, Belfast and Derry/Londonderry
Orientation of Galway, Limerick and Waterford
Visit the Glasnevin Trust in Dublin, the Titanic
Museum, the UNESCO World Heritage site at Giant’s
Causeway, Belleek to see how the famous pottery is
made, Kylemore Abbey, the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney
to kiss the stone and gain the ‘gift of the gab,’ the
crystal showroom at Waterford and the famine ship
in New Ross
View St Patrick’s Cathedral and Phoenix Park in
Dublin, Queens University in Belfast, the City Walls
and Murals of Londonderry, mystical Connemara, the
Cathedral of Galway, King John’s Castle and St. Mary’s
Cathedral in Limerick
Scenic drives along the Ring of Kerry
Cultural Insight Visit the Titanic Belfast visitor
attraction and monument in Belfast.Visit the Belleek
Pottery Visitor Center. Visit the Dunbrody, a replica
of one of the original famine ships used during
emigration from Ireland in the 1800s.

CATHERINE INVITES YOU TO STEP OUT…
On the Giant's Causeway. Only then will you understand the
colorful legend of how the Causeway was built by the mythical
Irish giant Finn Mac Cool (cool name, don't you think?).
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shown. All transfers shown. All our featured inclusions
shown on page 13.
IRISH EXPERIENCE
11 DAYS
Waterford / Kilkenny
Visit Blarney Castle and kiss the famous
Blarney Stone to attain the ‘gift of the
gab.’ Pass Youghal en route to Waterford
where you visit the house of Waterford
Crystal and watch the master craftsmen
at work during your Cultural Insight
demonstration. Arrive later in Kilkenny
and see the imposing 12th-century castle.
(FB) Hotel: Kilkenny
DAY 10 | Kilkenny / New Ross /
Co. Wicklow / Dublin
Visit New Ross and see the monument to
John F. Kennedy, who visited his ancestral
family hometown in 1963. Visit the three-
masted famine ship Dunbrody and gain a
Cultural Insight into the tragic plight of
Irish emigration during the 1800s. Travel
through the lush Irish countryside of
County Wicklow known as the Garden
of Ireland. This evening in Dublin, enjoy a
Farewell Dinner with your Travel Director
and newfound friends.
(FB, FD) Hotel: Ballsbridge
Bid a fond farewell to your fellow
travelers at the end of this wonderful
Irish experience. Transfers are available.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Dublin
Return transfers on the last travel day will
arrive at Dublin Airport at 7.30am, 9.30am
and 11.30am.
for Travel Director and Driver,
$85 per person.
available on the day that you book. Please
note that airfares are not included in
the prices.
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Glasnevin Cemetery Museum, Dublin
You’ll explore with an expert historian, who’ll reveal the
cemetery’s importance to Irish history and explain how
your visit helps fund its preservation.
Giant's Causeway, Antrim
You'll discover the legend of the Giant's Causeway as you
explore with an expert, who'll explain how your visit helps
conserve this iconic natural landmark.
For more information see page 104.
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before Day 1.
DAY 1 | *Arrive Dublin (2 Nights)
Welcome to Dublin. Spend the morning
relaxing and enjoying the sights of Dublin.
Later, meet your Travel Director and fellow
travelers for a Welcome Reception aboard
a canal boat and cruise along Dublin’s
200-year-old Grand Canal. (WR)
Hotel: Jurys Inn Parnell Street
DAY 2 | Dublin Sightseeing and
At Leisure
This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour which
will include Trinity College, the grand
Georgian Squares and Phoenix Park with
a Local Specialist. Spend the rest of the
day as you please, why not explore Temple
Bar or Grafton Street, famous for its street
performers? This evening consider joining an
Optional Experience to an Irish cabaret. (FB)
DAY 3 | Dublin / Belfast Sightseeing
(2 Nights)
Head north to the bustling city of Belfast in
Northern Ireland. See Queen’s University,
City Hall and the Titanic Quarter on your
included sightseeing tour with a Local
Specialist. Later visit the Titanic Belfast
Visitor Centre for a Cultural Insight into
the world’s most famous ship which was
built in this city. Dine tonight at your hotel.
(FB, D) Hotel: Stormont
DAY 4 | Giant’s Causeway Excursion
and Belfast At Leisure
This morning visit the Giant’s Causeway,
an area of about 40,000 interlocking basalt
columns and a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. Enjoy a free afternoon in Belfast. (FB)
DAY 5 | Belfast / Belleek / County
Donegal (2 Nights)
Travel across Northern Ireland and through
the picturesque town of Enniskillen near
Lough Erne. At Belleek enjoy a Cultural
Insight into Irish handcraft when you watch
local craftsmen create its famous pottery.
Later arrive in County Donegal where you
dine tonight at your hotel. (FB, D)
Hotel: Mill Park
DAY 6 | County Donegal Orientation
and At Leisure
Explore the town of Donegal located at
the mouth of the River Eske and Donegal
Bay. See the castle which was once the
stronghold of the O’Donnell clan. During
your free time explore the center of town,
known as ‘The Diamond,' beaming with
music, poetry and cultural gatherings. (FB)
DAY 7 | County Donegal / Drumcliff /
Ballymote / Galway (2 Nights)
From County Donegal, travel south and see
the fishing village of Mullaghmore where Lord
Mountbatten once lived. Stop in Drumcliff
to see the grave of W.B. Yeats. Later visit
Ballymote and see the National Monument
honoring those Irish who died fighting in the
American Civil War, before continuing your
journey to Galway. Dine tonight at your hotel.
(FB, D) Hotel: Maldron
DAY 8 | Connemara Orientation
and At Leisure
Take in the beauty of rugged Connemara
with its loughs and mountainous landscape.
The region was captured in the film The
Quiet Man with John Wayne and Maureen
O’Hara. Later arrive at Kylemore Abbey,
visit the restored rooms of the Abbey and
walk through the Victorian Walled Garden.
Return to Galway where you have free
time to view the Cathedral or stroll through
Eyre Square. (FB)
Scenic Coastal Route / Killarney
(2 Nights)
Visit the magnificent Cliffs of Moher and
see the history of the cliffs brought to life
with a visit to the ‘Atlantic Edge’ exhibition.
Travel through County Clare along a scenic
coastal route, before arriving at your hotel
in Killarney. This evening, why not take in
the ‘craic’ at a traditional Irish ceilidh?
(FB) Hotel: International
DAY 10 | RIng of Kerry Excursion
This morning enjoy a drive along Ireland’s
most scenic coastline, the Ring of Kerry.
Stop at Moll’s Gap and take a moment to
view the marvelous natural scenery. This
evening is at leisure. (FB)
GIANT'S CAUSEWAY
GUIDED VACATION
AMAZING IRELAND
On one of our longest and most leisurely Irish trips, the
north and south come together with all the famous cities,
sights and exclusive experiences like a private reception
at Christ Church Cathedral.
meeting local characters in Ireland’s most iconic cities, who share
their home towns’ sights, stories and secrets as they take you around
their favorite places in Dublin and Belfast.

City tour in in Dublin and Belfast
Orientation of Donegal, Galway, Cork and Waterford
Visit the Titanic Belfast, Giant’s Causeway, Belleek
pottery, Kylemore Abbey, Connemara, Cliffs of
Moher, Blarney Castle, the English market in Cork,
the John F. Kennedy Arboretum and the Dunbrody
Famine Ship in New Ross and Waterford Crystal
View the Antrim Coast, W.B. Yeats grave at
Drumcliff and Galway Cathedral
See Trinity College in Dublin, City Hall in Belfast
Enjoy a scenic drive around the Ring of Kerry
Local Specialist For included sightseeing in Dublin
and Belfast.
Cultural Insight Visit the Titanic Museum
and re-live the entire Titanic story.Visit the
medieval brewery, Smithwick’s.
Be My Guest Enjoy traditional Irish dishes at a
farmhouse on the outskirts of Dublin.
CATHERINE INVITES YOU TO WALK…
Along the magnificent Cliffs of Moher, stretching for almost five
miles along the Atlantic Coast. Our most visited natural attraction,
and sure to be one of your amazing moments on this trip; we are as
proud as punch to take you here.
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AMAZING IRELAND
AT LEISURE
14 DAYS
Cork / Waterford (2 Nights)
This morning visit Blarney Castle and kiss
the famous stone that will bestow the
‘gift of the gab.’ Travel to the city of Cork
and enjoy some free time to explore the
English market which is Ireland’s most
famous food market serving Cork since
1788. Later arrive in Waterford for a
two-night stay. (FB) Hotel: Marina
DAY 12 | County
Wexford Excursion
Travel through County Wexford this
morning to visit the John F. Kennedy
Arboretum, dedicated to the memory of
the 35th President of the United States.
The Arboretum is a plant collection of
international standing. See the beautiful
lake and plants and the exhibition in the
visitor center. Later visit the three-masted
famine ship Dunbrody and gain a Cultural
Insight into the tragic plight of Irish
emigration during the 1800s. Return
to Waterford. (FB)
DAY 13 | Waterford /
Kilkenny / Dublin
After a leisurely start, visit the House of
Waterford Crystal and enjoy a Cultural
Insight demonstration watching skilled
craftsmen produce wonderful decorative
objects. Travel to the quaint town of
Kilkenny where you visit the Smithwick’s
Experience. Gain a Cultural Insight into
the medieval origins of brewing and the
history of Smithwick’s, Ireland’s oldest
beer brand. Later enjoy a Be My Guest
Farewell Dinner at Glenealy Farm with
your fellow travelers and Travel Director.
(FB, BG) Hotel: Ballsbridge
Bid a fond farewell to your fellow
travelers at the end of this wonderful
Irish experience. Transfers are available.
Airport transfers: On arrival to Dublin
Return transfers on the last travel day
will arrive at Dublin Airport at 7.30am,
9.30am and 11.30am
per person.
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Giant’s Causeway, Antrim
You’ll discover the legend of the Giant’s Causeway as you
explore with an expert, who’ll explain how your visit helps
conserve this iconic natural landmark. For more information
see page 104.
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Game of Thrones, Outlander, James Bond, Cloud Atlas,
Chariots of Fire, Michael Collins, My Left Foot—dramatic
scenery and unique locations from the big screen will
be revealed.
stopping at the actual film site of Winterfell in Castle Ward where
you participate in a unique ‘Game of Thrones’ experience and enjoy
the thrill of firing live arrows dressed in original character costumes
from the show.

Cinematic-themed city tour in Edinburgh, Belfast,
Londonderry and Dublin
Game of Thrones Experience in Castle Ward
Visit Edinburgh Castle, Culloden, Eilean Donan Castle,
Glencoe and Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin
See the Scottish Parliament building, Edinburgh New
Town, Scenic Scottish Highlands, Queen's University
Belfast and Trinity College Dublin
Authentic Accommodation Situated in the heart of
Cairngorm National Park in the Scottish Highlands,
enjoy a stay at Laggan Gaskmore Hotel. In Ireland
enjoy incredible views of manicured gardens, Dublin
Bay and the misty Wicklow Mountains at the
Radisson Blu St. Helen’s in Dublin.
Be My Guest Dine at the house of author James
Joyce and discover more about his novel 'The
Dead' from the 1914 'Dubliners' collection.
CATHERINE INVITES YOU TO DISCOVER…
The rich history of Edinburgh Castle and the Stone of Destiny. The
subject of many legends, the sacred stone belongs to the first Scottish
kings. We invite you to our homelands to hear our stories and weave
your own with ours.
THE BRENDAN DIFFERENCE Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight.
Please arrange flights to arrive on or before Day 1.
DAY 1 | *Arrive Edinburgh (2 Nights)
Welcome to Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh.
This evening enjoy a Welcome Reception and
become acquainted with your Travel Director
and travel companions. (WR) Hotel: Novotel
City Center
DAY 2 | Edinburgh Sightseeing
and Free Time
This morning, your Local Specialist takes you
on a cinematic sightseeing tour of this enchanting
city, including a visit to Edinburgh Castle, perched
high above the city. See the Royal Mile where
Frobisher escapes down a hotel drainpipe
leaving behind Sixsmith in Cloud Atlas (2013),
Princes Street where Renton and Spud ‘choose
life’ in Trainspotting (1996), the elegant Palace of
Holyroodhouse in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat
and the new Scottish Parliament building. Hear
about the humble beginnings of J.K. Rowling,
who went on to write the Harry Potter stories.
Tonight, why not enjoy an optional evening of
traditional song, dance and Scottish fare? During
the Edinburgh Festival, tickets to the Edinburgh
Tattoo in the castle grounds are included. (FB)
DAY 3 | Edinburgh / Falkland /
St. Andrews / Laggan
This morning travel to the town of Falkland,
which was made famous in the Outlander (2014)
television series as being the home of the
Covenanter Hotel, which is the location of Mrs.
Bairds BB. You will also view the Falkland Paris
Church, which was renamed Dalneigh Parish
Church and see the Bruce Fountain. Next visit
the historic town of St. Andrews where the
running scene along the beach from Chariots
of Fire (1981) was filmed. Later arrive at your
scenic Highland hotel. (FB, D) Hotel: Laggan
Gaskmore Authentic Accommodation
DAY 4 | Laggan / Cairngorms National
Park / Newtonmore / Culloden /
Scottish Highlands (2 Nights)
Travel through the Cairngorms National Park.
In The Dark Knight Rises (2012), the villain
Bane’s dramatic escape from one aircraft to
another was filmed here. Stop at the Highland
Folk Museum to discover more about life in
the Highlands and see where inspiration was
gained for some of the scenes from Outlander.
At Culloden view the battlefield of one of the
most brutal battles in 1746 featuring Bonnie
Prince Charlie and his Jacobites. Over 1,200
men perished in just over one hour. Visit the
award-winning visitor center and see where
fictional characters Claire and Jamie from
Outlander said their goodbyes.
(FB) Hotel: Ben Wyvis/Loch Ness Lodge
DAY 5 | Excursion to Eilean Donan
Castle and the Isle of Skye
Travel through the dramatic scenery of the
Scottish Highlands before arriving at Eilean
Donan Castle. Enjoy a visit to the castle made
famous in the James Bond film The World is Not
Enough (1999) featuring Pierce Brosnan. Travel
on a bridge over the sea to Skye for a short
drive to Broadford. It was on the Isle of Skye
where parts of movies such as director Ridley
Scott’s Prometheus (2012) and actor Michael
Fassbender’s Macbeth (2015) were filmed.
Return to your hotel for dinner. (FB, D)
DAY 6 | Scottish Highlands / Loch
Ness / Glencoe / Loch Lomond /
Glasgow Area (East Kilbride)
This morning travel alongside the famed Loch
Ness and see if you can spot Nessie. Stop for a
photo opportunity of the ruins of picturesque
Urquhart Castle. Traverse through the majestic
Valley of the Weeping at Glencoe. It was here
that many scenes from James Bond’s Skyfall
(2012) were filmed as well as parts of the
Mel Gibson movie Braveheart (1995). At Loch
Lomond hear stories of the Scottish outlaw
Rob Roy MacGregor before arriving in Glasgow
for an orientation tour. (FB) Hotel: Macdonald
Crutherland House
DAY 7 | Glasgow Area
(East Kilbride) / Belfast
Travel south through spectacular Ayrshire
countryside before boarding your ferry from
Cairnyan in Scotland to Larne. A short drive
brings you to vibrant Belfast, the capital of
Nothern Ireland. During your city tour with
a Local Specialist see City Hall, Queen’s
University and the Titanic Quarter and hear
about some of the films that have been made
in the city. (FB) Hotel: Stormont
DAY 8 | Belfast / Giant's Causeway /
Londonderry/Derry
Travel to the north coast and visit the Giant’s
Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage site,
made up of about 40,000 interlocking basalt
columns. Parts of the American horror movie
Dracula Untold (2014) were filmed in this area.
Stop to see the Dark Hedges where Beech
trees lining the sides of a small road have
reached up and across to each other, becoming
heavily intertwined to create a natural arched
tunnel where shadow and light plays through
entwined branches. It was here that scenes
from the television series Game of Thrones
were filmed. In Londonderry/Derry your
Local Specialist will show you the city walls as
well as the murals of the Bogside, which depict
the 'Troubles' of Northern Ireland. (FB, D)
Hotel: Everglades
FILMSCAPES
CELTIC
DARK HEDGES
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DUBLIN
BELFAST
LONDONDERRY
Giant’s Causeway
Castle Ward
EDINBURGH
LAGGAN
GLASGOW
ISLE OF SKYE NEWTONMORELOCH
NESS
FALKLAND ST. ANDREWS
LOCH LOMOND
GLENCOE
CULLODEN
SCOTTISH
HIGHLANDS
Ireland
Scotland
Northern
Ireland
DUBLIN
BELFAST
LONDONDERRY
Giant’s Causeway
Castle Ward
EDINBURGH
LAGGAN
GLASGOW
Isle of Skye NEWTONMORELoch
Ness
FALKLAND ST. ANDREWS
LOCH LOMOND
GLENCOE
CULLODEN
SCOTTISH
HIGHLANDS
Ireland
Scotland
Northern
Ireland
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1 2
1
2
1
1
Ferry
1
OVERNIGHT STAY
1
START CITY
1
END CITY
SIGHTSEEING STOP
AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATIONS
Laggan Gaskmore Hotel, Laggan, Scotland
Situated in the heart of Cairngorms National Park in the Scottish
Highlands, this Authentic Accommodation offers panoramic
views of the Monadhliath and Cairngorm mountains.
Radisson Blu St. Helen’s, Dublin, Ireland
18th century Dublin comes alive in this historic Portland
stone fronted Authentic Accommodation. Now an Irish
National Monument, you’ll enjoy incredible views of manicured
gardens, Dublin Bay and the misty Wicklow Mountains.
Starts Edinburgh/
Ends Dublin
Double
Room
Single
Supp. Opt.
Starts Edinburgh/
Ends Dublin
Double
Room
Single
Supp. Opt.
MAY AUGUST
5 Thu – 15 May Sun $3,150 $680 4 Thu – 14 Aug Sun $3,575 $680
26 Thu – 5 Jun Sun $3,150 $680 25 Thu – 4 Sep Sun $3,575 $680
JUNE SEPTEMBER
23 Thu – 3 Jul Sun $3,150 $680 22 Thu – 2 Oct Sun $3,225 $680
JULY OCTOBER
14 Thu – 24 Jul Sun $3,295 $680
21 Thu – 31 Jul Sun $3,295 $680
28 Thu – 7 Aug Sun $3,295 $680
DAY 9 | Londonderry/Derry /
Game of Thrones Experience in
Castle Ward / Dublin (Blackrock)
Travel across Northern Ireland and stop in
County Down at Castle Ward. Castle Ward’s
historic farmyard is the location of Winterfell,
the backdrop for the series pilot and much of
season one. It’s also where you will find the
Whispering Wood and key scenes including
Robb Stark’s Camp, the Baelor battle and
when Brienne confronts the Stark men. A
replica of the Winterfell Castle archery range
movie set has been masterfully recreated
in the Winterfell Castle courtyard where
the filming originally took place. Dress up in
character costumes from the show, tour the
movie set, stand exactly where ‘Jon Snow,’
‘Robb' and 'Bran Stark’ stood and enjoy the
thrill of firing live arrows. Later travel to your
Authentic Accommodation located near in a
small fishing village on the outskirts of Dublin.
(FB) Hotel: Radisson Blu St. Helens
DAY 10 | Dublin (Blackrock) /
Dublin Sightseeing and Free Time /
Dublin Airport
Discover the filmscapes of Dublin on a
sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist. The
city has been used as a backdrop for historic
films such as Michael Collins (1996), Once (2006),
Intermission (2003), The Commitments (1991),
Veronica Guerin (2003), My Left Foot (1989)
and The Dead (1987). See Trinity College, St.
Patrick’s Cathedral, Phoenix Park and the
stately Georgian Squares. Visit Kilmainham
Gaol which is featured in prison scenes such
as that in In the Name of the Father (1994),
about the wrongfully convicted Guilford Four
for the IRA bombing on two pubs. It stars
Daniel Day Lewis and there is a fantastic visitor
experience steeped in Irish political history.
There is free time to explore the city before
checking into your conveniently located Dublin
Airport hotel. Tonight enjoy a memorable
Be My Guest Farewell Dinner with your
companions and Travel Director – the perfect
end to your Celtic Filmscapes trip. (FB, BG)
Hotel: Maldron Dublin Airport
Bid a fond farewell to your fellow travelers
at the end of this cinematic experience. Your
hotel is located at Dublin Airport so that you
can check in at your convenience for your
flight home. (FB)
Airport transfers: On arrival to Edinburgh
Airport transfers will operate at 9am,
11.30am and 2pm. Guests arriving later
should make their own way to the hotel. For
return transfers, the Maldron hotel is located
at Dublin Airport for convenience, so guests
can make their own way from the hotel to
the airport terminal.
Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for
Travel Director and Driver, $100 per person.
*International air: Brendan will quote you
our lowest possible airfare available on the
day that you book. Please note that airfares
are not included in the prices.
†
17 Dec 2015 | Save 10%
25 Feb 2016 | Save 7.5%
28 Apr 2016 | Save 5%
Other Savings:
INCLUDES:
All transportation shown (including ferries). All transfers
shown. All our featured inclusions shown on page 13.
CELTIC FILMSCAPES
SPECIAL INTEREST
11 DAYS
†
CODE: BCEL
EDINBURGH TATTOO AUGUST 5-27, 2016: We’ve included Tattoo
tickets when you’re in Edinburgh during these dates. See page 35
for further details.
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