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Ireland in Depth: Dublin, Kilkenny, Cork, Killarney, Galway
7/13 - 7/27/2024
Grand Circle is offering a $1,200 per person discount for new reservations on this tour if booked by April 30, 2024. Call 1-800-221-2610 and ask for the discount associated with code ’Spring Savings’ for your reservation for July 13 - 27, 2024. There are three double rooms available at this date. Don’t miss out on this bargain - book by 4/30/2024!
What's Included
- Accommodations for 13 nights in comfortable rooms with private baths
- 25 meals: 13 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 6 dinners (including 1 Home-Hosted Lunch)
- 12 guided tours and 4 exclusive Discovery Series events
- And MUCH more! You can download a detailed overview and itinerary HERE.
What to Expect
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Group Size
- A maximum of 42 travelers, led by a local Grand Circle Program Director
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Pacing
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Physical Requirements
- Walk 2 miles unassisted and participate in 1.5 - 2.5 hours of physical activities daily, including stairs
- Agility, balance, and stair-climbing are required to kiss the Blarney Stone
- Not accessible for travelers using wheelchairs or scooters
- Travelers using walkers, crutches, or other mobility aids must travel with a companion who can assist them
- We reserve the right for Program Directors to restrict participation or, in some circumstances, send travelers home if their limitations impact the group's experience
- You may encounter animals on this trip. We make every effort to keep these encounters safe; however, animals may behave unpredictably or dangerously at times. Please use caution when interacting with animals on this trip: Keep a safe distance, stay alert, and respect the animals
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Terrain & Transportation
- Uneven walking surfaces, including unpaved paths, hills, stairs, and cobblestones
- Travel by 45-seat motorcoach, ferry, and boat
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Climate
- Daytime temperatures range from 48 - 67 degrees Fahrenheit during touring season
- June - August are the warmest months
- Weather in Ireland can be unpredictable and change quickly
- Rain is common and should be expected
Cost
- $3495 - land tour
- $1500 - airfare from Atlanta on 7/13/24 (other options available)
For more information, please contact Sue Farbman via email at olli.info@uah.edu