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COME BACK TO ERIN 10
6 DAYS - FOUR STAR KILLARNEY BASED TOUR -

COME BACK TO ERIN 10
KILLARNEY ROYAL HOTEL
PRIVATE TOURING BASED TOUR
Easy & Slow
LUXURY
Minimum 2 Tour Members

6 DAYS

FOUR STAR LUXURY HOTEL BASED TOUR

It's like a LAND CRUISE! - Unpack Once - Killarney Activities to Enjoy - Day Excursions - Experienced Tour Guide & Private Luxury Vehicle - Relax!

A relaxed based vacation in KILLARNEY and the SOUTHWEST of Ireland with opportunities to explore, sightsee, get pampered, all in the best of 4 star luxury!

While visiting County Kerry, the Kingdom County of Ireland, reside in truly elegant style at the Killarney Royal Hotel. Owned and managed by the Scally Family for three generations, gracious hospitality awaits you, offering a haven of tranquility in the heart of Killarney Town. This boutique hotel offers a cozy reprieve from the hustle and bustle of everyday life with the majestic beauty of Killarney at your doorstep. With luxurious accommodation, exceptional cuisine, and attentive staff on hand to ensure you enjoy a memorable stay, the Killarney Royal Hotel offers the ideal abode while you enjoy all that Killarney has to offer. Arrive a guest but leave a friend, letting the Killarney Royal Hotel become your home away from home during your stay.

       

       


    Map of Tour


      SUGGESTED ITINERARY

      Day 1
      KILLARNEY TOWN

      You'll be met by your experienced driver-guide and a luxury Mercedes touring vehicle and transfer from Shannon Airport, Kerry Airport, Killarney Rail Station, or any of the BASED VACATION hotels. Enjoy the scenic drive to Killarney Town. If coming through the Village of Adare, you'll stop and view the many, colorful, thatch-roof cottages that line the main street. Killarney Town is a vibrant "little" town and the incredibly beautiful surrounding countryside makes Killarney a very special place indeed. Killarney is the ultimate base for touring in Ireland's spectacular Southwest. It is centrally located and is the automatic start & finish point for doing the Ring Of Kerry and The Dingle Peninsula. This evening enjoy a Welcome Dinner followed by an Irish Coffee. Dinner in the dining room this evening.

      Note: each day during your stay you can avail of the many activities offered, such as golf or spa treatments. We can design your touring day around those activities as the luxury touring vehicle and driver-guide will be with you every day of your stay.

      Day 2
      RING OF KERRY

      The Ring of Kerry is the most renowned Day Tour in Ireland. Throughout its 110 miles, the visitor will travel around the MacGillicuddy Reeks and the Iveragh Peninsula, along the breathtaking Atlantic Coast, Dingle Bay and Kenmare Bay, returning to Killarney through the famed Molls Gap, Ladies View and Killarney National Park. En route are the lovely coastal villages of Glenbeigh, Waterville and Sneem and the thriving market towns of Killorglin and Caherciveen. The "original Ring of Kerry" (and still the best option) takes you from Sneem to Kenmare and then back to Killarney. The beautiful town of Kenmare is a must for the independent traveller. The Ring embraces many points of historic and archaeological interest such as Caherciveen Heritage Center, The Skellig Experience (Valentia Island), Derrynane House, prehistoric Staigue Fort and Kenmare Heritage Centre. Return to The Killarney Royal Hotel for a relaxing evening. Dinner on your own tonight. A chance to explore the many pubs and restaurants of Killarney Town.

      Day 3
      SLEA HEAD & DINGLE PENINSULA

      Slea Head is Europe's most westerly point and its outlying historic Blasket Islands are known locally as the 'next parish to America.' The unsurpassed beauty of its rugged coastline and landscape inspired the famous film director David Lean to shoot his epic film 'Ryan's Daughter' on location in the Dingle Peninsula. The landscape is dotted with ancient historic sites and early Christian dwellings such as the Gallarus Oratory [9th century Christian Oratory], Beehive Huts (early Christian Monks dwellings) and the Blasket Islands Interpretative Centre. The route passes through Milltown and Castlemaine before arriving at the beautiful fishing harbour town of Dingle, home of Dingle Oceanworld and Ireland's favourite dolphin - 'Fungi'. Then onwards around Slea Head and back via Dingle to Killarney. Return to The Killarney Royal Hotel for a relaxing evening. Dinner on your own tonight. A chance to explore the many pubs and restaurants of Killarney Town.

      Day 4
      BLARNEY & BANTRY

      No visit to Ireland would be complete without a tour to the town of Blarney. Northwest of Cork City this 15th century McCarthy Castle is legend. You'll visit the estate and enjoy a stroll through the demense to the castle and then climb to the top and kiss the Blarney Stone. It is said that you'll obtain the gift of eloquent speech by kissing the stone. The nearby Blarney Woolen Mills will give you an opportunity for some shopping or lunch in Christy's Pub. Continue to Bantry in the heart of West Cork, a region of lush vegetation, palm trees and semi-tropical flowers. Hemmed in by high mountain ridges, an azure blue sea and cascading mountain streams, it is a place of unparalled beauty where the landscape changes with every mood of wind and sky. In this breathtaking splendor of mountain scenery, hilly pastures, meandering streams, lakes and woods, where megalithic monuments and ruins of monastic settlements dot the country-side, visitors can find peace and tranquility. Return to The Killarney Royal Hotel for a relaxing evening. You might seek out some traditional Irish Music this evening at one of the many pubs in town. Dinner on your own tonight. A chance to explore the many pubs and restaurants of Killarney Town.

      Day 5
      KILLARNEY LEISURE ACTIVITIES DAY

      The Jaunting Carts will arrive at the hotel this morning and take you on a wonderful ride through the Killarney National Park, stopping at 14th century Muckross Abbey where you can explore the ruins. Then on to Muckross House for a visit to this Victorian stately home which is now a museum to Killarney life of the period. Return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at Killarney Golf Club with 18 holes of golf. You can rent clubs at the Pro Shop. The three challenging parkland courses will provide a delightful golfing experience. Or enjoy a spa treatment at The Spa at the Killarney Park Hotel. Other activities are available and the staff will be delighted to assist you. Your driver-guide will be able to take you to places for shopping, from renowned stores to boutiques or hidden gems! This evening you'll enjoy a Farewell dinner. Dinner in the dining room this evening.

      Day 6
      DEPART FOR HOME

      Transfer to Cork or Shannon Airport or the Cork Rail Station. Depart for home. OR extend your BASED vacation with a transfer to one of the other BASED VACATION hotels!

      Slan Leat!

      YOUR LUXURY KILLARNEY ROYAL HOTEL PACKAGE INCLUDES:
      • Arrival and departure transfers between Meeting Point in Shannon Airport,
      Killarney Airport, Killarney Rail Station or from any BASED TOUR Hotel
      • Transportation Provided in Luxury Mercedes Touring Vehicle
      • Guided Sightseeing Tours on Four Days including entrance fees to sites mentioned
      • Irish Jaunting Cart Ride Through the Killarney National Park
      • One Hour Sightseeing Cruise on Lakes of Killarney (seasonal)
      • One Round of Golf at Killarney Golf Club or One Treatment at The Spa
      • Driver-Guide and Mercedes Touring Vehicle available on non-touring days
      • Accommodation with private bathroom for 5 nights
      • Irish Breakfast each morning
      • Welcome Dinner on First Evening
      • Farewell Dinner on Last Evening
      • Journey Through Ireland Souvenir Gift
      • Minimum 2 Tour Members
      • All tours personally escorted and driven by one of our experienced guides.

      6 Day KILLARNEY BASED PACKAGE
      CBTE 9 - KILLARNEY ROYAL HOTEL LUXURY BASED TOUR
      LUXURY TOUR

      Minimum Two Tour Members
      LAND TOUR PRICE: $3,199
      price is per person sharing double/twin deluxe room

      Minimum Four Tour Members
      LAND TOUR PRICE: $2,299
      price is per person sharing double/twin deluxe room

      Minimum Eight Tour Members
      LAND TOUR PRICE: $1,899
      price is per person sharing double/twin deluxe room

      Minimum Twelve Tour Members
      LAND TOUR PRICE: $1,799
      price is per person sharing double/twin deluxe room

      Single Room Supplement : $699



      PAY BY CHECK DISCOUNT:
      If you wish to pay the land tour price BY PERSONAL CHECK you can deduct 5% from the Land Tour Price shown in RED. Tour Deposit may be made by credit card but remaining tour balance must be paid by personal check to receive discount. You may, of course, pay for the tour by credit card at the price shown. Call us at 1-800-828-0826 to take advantage of this SPECIAL OFFER!


      Tour Dates: This package will operate year round through December of 2010. Six Day Tours start any day from Meeting Point in Cork Airport, Shannon Airport, Kerry Airport, Killarney Rail Station or from any other of the BASED VACATION hotels and end with a transfer to any of the points mentioned.


      TOUR DATES
      Start Finish Minimum Number of Tour Members Sale Price Status Tour #
      Any Day Any Day TWO
      (2)
      $3,199 AVAILABLE CBTE10
      Any Day Any Day FOUR
      (4)
      $2,299 AVAILABLE CBTE10
      Any Day Any Day EIGHT
      (8)
      $1,899 AVAILABLE CBTE10
      Any Day Any Day TWELVE
      (12)
      $1,799 AVAILABLE CBTE10


      Or try driving yourself and select our SELF-DRIVE touring BASED VACATION with your own Hertz Car and custom designed itinerary... Killarney Royal Hotel Self-Drive BASED vacation


    Come Back To Erin - Our Luxury Mercedes Coach Fleet
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        YOUR LUXURY FOUR STAR LUXURY HOTEL

               

           


          RELAX - UNWIND - ENJOY

          THE KILLARNEY ROYAL HOTEL

          Each bedroom at the Killarney Royal Hotel is spacious and individually designed with your comfort in mind, so that you can enjoy a relaxing sleep in advance of exploring Killarney's beautiful countryside. Luxurious bedrooms are enhanced with antique furnishings with the option of feather duvets or cozy Irish blankets. Each room is en-suite and includes complimentary Wi-Fi access, air-conditioning and plasma screen televisions. Large marble bathrooms include a selection of Irish Eco Friendly products for your convenience, and we offer an in-house laundry and dry cleaning service which is available to all our guests while at The Killarney Royal Hotel. Relax over breakfast with a complimentary newspaper delivered to your room on request. Guests at the Killarney Royal Hotel can also enjoy complimentary access to a nearby leisure and spa facility. Relax in a sumptuous and comfortable atmosphere where you can indulge in a wide range of treatments and therapies.


                 

            THE ROYAL RESTAURANT, BAR & BISTRO

            A hearty breakfast to begin the day, a substantial lunch between activities, or a delicious meal to end the day.....an integral part of any holiday is the food you enjoy, and here at the Killarney Royal Hotel we are proud to deliver the highest quality of food and service every time. Renowned in Killarney Town for his fine cuisine, Head Chef, Joe Hurley, has been creating outstanding Irish food for the past 24 years at the Killarney Royal Hotel. A member of Good Food Ireland and Georgina Campbells Ireland Guide, the high level of quality experienced at Killarney Royal Hotel is recognized and commended by leaders of the industry. With a number of dining alternatives, Killarney Royal Hotel is the ideal dining choice whatever the occasion. A popular choice among the local population and guests alike, the constantly bustling Royal Bar and Bistro at the Killarney Royal Hotel is testament to the exceptional food and service that guests receive. With a wonderful relaxed atmosphere and a diverse and extensive menu, the Royal Bar and Bistro at the Killarney Royal Hotel is the ideal choice for a working lunch with colleagues or a pleasant meal with friends. Menu choices vary from light snack options such as soup or sandwiches to more substantial alternatives such as salads and seafood specialities. The changing daily specials expand the choices on offer.


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            Scenes of Come Back To Erin BASED Touring
              From left to right: Woolly tourists along the way, Clonmacnoise, Rock of Cashel, Garinish Island and Bantry Bay, Thatch-Roof Cottage, Panorama views abound.

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