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Join the Glenmary Sisters & Fr. John Vaughan
Catholic Ireland
June 22 – July 1, 2012
Glenmary Sisters Catholic Ireland Pilgrimage
Join us for the vacation of a lifetime while also deepening your faith!
Friday 22 June 2012
Board your overnight transatlantic flight to Dublin
Saturday 23 June 2012
Arrive Dublin Airport and after clearing customs and immigration meet with your professional driver/guide or driver and guide. Proceed to Dublin for a tour of the city which will include St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublinia and the Viking World, Christ Church Cathedral, The National Museum and Trinity College and the Book of Kells exhibition. Mass will be celebrated during the tour. In the afternoon check into your hotel where you will enjoy a welcome cocktail party prior to dinner. Overnight Dublin DBB
Sunday 24 June 2012
After breakfast enjoy a full day visit of the Boyne Valley which will include Monasterboice Monastery, Hill of Tara, St. Brigid’s Shrine and Knowth Neolithic Tomb. On your return travel via Drogheda to visit St. Peter’s Church. Mass will be celebrated during the day. Overnight Dublin BB
Monday 25 June 2012
Check out of your hotel and enjoy the stunning scenery on your way to the ancient monastic settlement at Glendalough that was founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. The Glendalough Valley is located in the Wicklow Mountains National Park and is renowned for its Monastic Site with Round Tower, to its scenic lakes and valleys. There will be no doubt as to why Wicklow is known as The Garden of Ireland once visited. Onwards then to the iconic Rock of Cashel, home of the world famous St. Patrick's Rock which rises high above the surrounding plain. After the visit, travel south to Blarney Castle where those that are brave enough can climb the ramparts of the castle and kiss the stone that is fabled to grant the gift of eloquence. For those not that brave, why not visit the Blarney Woollen Mills opposite the castle which houses many Irish goods and souvenirs. Finally after this long day, travel to Killarney arriving in time for dinner. Mass will be celebrated during the tour. Overnight Killarney DBB
Tuesday 26 June 2012
Today you will discover the wonderful scenery of Killarney as you drive around the famous Ring of Kerry. The road winds between the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Ireland's highest mountains, and the varied Atlantic coast. You will be amazed at the breathtaking views and you will stop for photos at the most dramatic scenes and the Skellig Experience. Continue through the remote villages of Cahirciveen and Waterville. On the return, pass through the colorful village of Sneem and pause at Moll's Gap to view the Three Lakes of Killarney. Stop for a stroll through the splendid Muckross Gardens on the shores of Muckross Lake. Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Cathedral at 6.15 pm before dinner in the town at a restaurant or pub of your choice. Overnight Killarney BB
Wednesday 27 June 2012
Check out of your hotel and travel northwards through County Kerry, crossing the Shannon Estuary by ferry and visit one of Ireland’s natural wonders, The Cliffs of Moher. The cliffs rise to over 200 meters along 8 kilometres of the Clare/ Atlantic coastline and the Atlantic Edge Exhibition brings to life the story of the Cliffs. Travel through the karst like landscape of the Burren and take a short tour of Galway before arriving at your hotel in time for dinner. Overnight Claremorris DBB
Thursday 28 June 2012
This morning visit Croagh Patrick the most important Catholic pilgrimage destination in Ireland. Onwards to Kylemore Abbey, home of the Benedictine Nuns. After marveling at this beautiful location travel to Knock, Ireland’s National Marian Shrine and join the evening Rosary Procession. Mass at Knock Shrine. Time permitting; also visit Our Lady, Queen of Ireland Basilica. Overnight Claremorris BB
Friday 29 June 2012
Check out of the hotel early today and visit Ballintubber Abbey where Mass will be celebrated and then start your journey back south calling at Ennis and Limerick. In Ennis enjoy a 1 hour walking tour of this 12th century market town and learn of its history, legends, mythology and ghosts. Onwards then to Limerick where you will visit King John’s Castle, the Treaty Stone and St. Mary’s Cathedral. Check into your hotel and travel the short distance to the 15th century Bunratty Castle where you will be entertained at their Medieval Banquet. Overnight Limerick DBB
Saturday 30 June 2012
After breakfast start your return journey to Dublin stopping at Holy Cross Abbey where Mass will be celebrated. Continue onwards to Dublin calling at the Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens and Shrine of St. Valentine. The stud is the only one open to the public in Ireland and has bred many classic winners. The Japanese Gardens are considered as the best of their kind in Europe and recently celebrated their centenary year. Check into your hotel and then visit Jameson’s Distillery for a tour followed by a four course meal and Irish Show. Overnight Dublin DBB
Sunday 01 July 2012
After breakfast, transfer to Dublin Airport arriving in time to complete check in formalities and that last minute duty free shopping before your flight departs.
BB = Bed & Irish Breakfast
DBB = Dinner, Bed & Irish Breakfast
Included in the cost
• Private coach transfers from & to the airport if arriving on group air.
• Sightseeing in luxury coach with driver and guide as per itinerary
• 8 nights accommodation in 3 & 4 star hotels
• Irish breakfast daily
• 3 table d’hote hotel dinners
• Medieval banquet at Bunratty Castle
• Farewell Irish dinner & show at Jameson’s Distillery
• Walking Tour of Ennis
• Entrance fees to the following attractions: Ballintubber Abbey, Blarney Castle, Cliffs of Moher, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublinia & The Viking World, Christ Church Cathedral, Glendalough, Hill of Tara, Old Jameson’s Distillery, Knock Shrine & Museum, Kylemore Abbey, Knowth Neolithic Tomb, Rock of Cashel, Skellig Experience, King John’s Castle, Trinity College & The Book of Kells
• Service charge & taxes at hotels at the current rate
• Porterage for one piece of luggage per person at each hotel
Excluded in the cost
• Airfare
• Transportation to and from departure airport
• Single Room Supplement of $360 per person
• Drinks & personal services
• tips for tour manager & driver ($55 Euro recommended)
• Offering to Churches where Mass is celebrated
• Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
• Passport and Visa Costs
Tour Pricing:
$1940 pp for Land Only based on Double Occupancy
$360 Single Supplement
*Group Air pricing from Nashville & one gateway city will be available after August 30, 2011.
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Group Deluxe Cancel For Any Reason $ 220
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Payment & Cancellation Schedule:
Tour Payments: A deposit of $350 along with the completed registration form secures your spot and is due 11/15/2011. Final balance is due 02/15/2012. By signing this form, you agree that it is your obligation to adhere to the payment schedule and comply with a late fee of $25 per week. Once the number of 45 passengers is reached, a wait-list will be started. Late registrations are possible, but subject to availability.
Cancellation Schedule: $50 cancellation fee regardless of time of cancellation. Full deposit is lost if trip is not cancelled prior to final payment date. All payments are non-refundable after the date of final payment. To avoid cancellation penalties due to insurable reasons, we recommend each person purchase travel insurance at the time of deposit.
All cancellations must be advised in writing.
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