Luxurious Ireland ~ May 18 - 27, 2027 (10 Days)

For those who purchased the Collins Tours All-Inclusive Air Package, make your way to your local airport for

your assigned flight connecting your Air Canada flight to Dublin via Toronto’s Pearson International Airport.

NOTE: The first checked piece of luggage is free for international flights (up to maximum of 50lbs). A

second bag incurs additional fees based on weight and size. Additional fees apply for overweight bags.

Carry-on luggage is free, with a maximum weight of 22 lbs per bag. Visit www.aircanada.com for more

details on luggage fees. Any additional luggage fees are paid directly to Air Canada and not included in

tour package. Fees are charged on both outbound & return flights.

Reception)

• Upon arrival in Dublin this morning, each passenger will proceed through Irish Customs & Immigration and

then to the luggage area to collect your luggage. Your Tour Manager will meet you in the baggage claim area

after you collect your own luggage. We make our way to our deluxe motor coach, have all luggage loaded and

make our way to our first city centre hotel together, the 4-star Temple Bar Hotel in Dublin City Centre.

• Upon arrival in Dublin this morning, each passenger will proceed through Irish Customs & Immigration and

then to the luggage area to collect your luggage. Your Tour Manager will meet in the baggage claim area after

you collect your own luggage.

• We make our way to our deluxe motorcoach, have all luggage loaded, and begin with a visit to the Jameson

Distillery, the historic home of Jameson whiskey. Enjoy a fully guided experience with an expert ambassador,

featuring engaging stories, insight into the “grain to glass” process, a comparative tasting of three Jameson

whiskeys (guided tour and tasting included).

• Following our visit, we continue to our city centre hotel together, the 4-star Temple Bar Hotel.

• Kindly note: While an early check-in request has been made, hotel rooms are not guaranteed until

4:00pm. Fashionable areas of Dublin such as pedestrian-only Grafton Street and Jervis Street Shopping

Centre, across the River Liffey, are conveniently located within easy walking distance of our boutique Dublin

city hotel as well as the Temple Bar itself – with its `. There is an onsite restaurant (your expense), bar and a

lobby café as well providing you with plenty of options before the room check-in time or perhaps enjoy a pint

of Guinness at one of the 666 licensed pubs in Dublin! Dublin produces an astonishing 10 million pints of

Guinness… daily!

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• Relax while your Tour Manager checks in all guests and distributes room keys when available.

• Take time to freshen up before our “Welcome Reception” inside our hotel including a glass of wine or beer

and light appetizers - a chance to meet your fellow travelling companions (included).

• Following our reception, the remainder of the evening and dinner is at your leisure in fantastic and magical

Dublin, Ireland. Sláinte!

• After some well-deserved rest, wake up to a delightful Irish buffet

breakfast served at the hotel (included).

• Today we will meet our step-on guide for a 4-hour tour of one of

the best cities in Europe. Tour local attractions such as St. Patrick’s

Cathedral, Temple Bar area and other local sights plus a self-guided

tour of the Guinness Brewery Storehouse!

• Kindly note: some walking will be required during city tours

as buses are not permitted or capable of travelling through

some inner city streets.

• Enjoy lunch at the Guinness Storehouse (on own).

• Explore the city this afternoon at your leisure.

• You will have time to freshen up before meeting the group for our “Welcome Dinner” including live music

with a traditional Irish dance show! (Included). Meet your fellow travelers and Tour Manager in the hotel’s

lobby for a short walk to the restaurant. We will have an Irish toast, “May you have warm words on a cold

evening, a full moon on a dark night, and a smooth road all the way to your door ” to begin a great tour

with new friends.

• An Irish buffet breakfast is included this morning at your hotel. Please have your tagged luggage outside of

your room ready for pick-up this morning as we check out and travel into the countryside.

• Board your motor coach as we make our way today to Blarney Castle, built over 600 years ago. Blarney Castle

was built by one of Ireland’s greatest Chieftains, Cormac McCarthy, and has become one of Ireland’s greatest

treasures. Kiss the famed Blarney Stone (depending on wait times) which is known for its gifts of eloquence.

You’ll never again be lost for words! We have allotted a 2 ½ hour visit at the Castle including time for lunch

(your expense). Then travel to Killarney, in County Kerry.

• Our hotel for the next two nights is the luxurious 4-star Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa. The hotel is located on

the doorstep of Ireland's oldest National Park and it blends classic luxury with a vibrant town centre. Relax

as your bags are taken to your room for you (included) and your Tour Manager distributes your room keys.

• Tonight, enjoy this beautiful hotel with dinner on your own in one of the dining rooms, the formal Lake Room

Restaurant or the more casual Height Lounge & Piano Bar.

Excursion – Traditional Jaunting Car Ride

• Wake up and enjoy another delightful Irish breakfast

(included) at our hotel. Today’s highlight is travelling around

the Ring of Kerry. Our local guide will meet us for an all-day tour.

The amazing scenery will take us past Killorglin and onto

Glenbeigh. We make our way along the cliff roads that offer

amazing panoramic views of the Dingle Peninsula and Dingle

Bay. The Dingle Peninsula stretches 48 kilometers into the

Atlantic Ocean. Take in this breathtaking scenery!

• Lunch today (on own) at a location along our route.

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• OPTIONAL EXCURSION - Today, you have the option of experiencing a ride on a traditional jaunting car –

powered by horse – set in tradition, now found only along the western coast of Ireland. (Price TBA).

• Take time to relax before a group dinner with a glass of wine or beer (included) at our hotel’s restaurant.

• Time for another Irish breakfast (included). Be sure to cover any personal incidental hotel charges (ie;

movie rental, phone calls) before leaving the hotel.

• Meet your Tour Manager and board the motor coach as we make our way to Bunratty Castle (entrance

included). Built in 1425, it is the most complete and authentic medieval castle in Ireland. The Castle was

th th restored in 1954 and now contains mostly 15 and 16 century furnishings.

• During your visit you have time for lunch (on own) before we depart and make our way to Galway. Enjoy a

scenic drive to Ireland’s iconic Cliffs of Moher (entrance and visit included) before continuing to our hotel

in Galway’s city centre, the luxurious Park House Hotel!

• Once again, your Tour Manager will check you into the hotel, distribute room keys and have your luggage

sent to your room – all part of the Signature Collins Tours service.

• Enjoy a short walk to a nearby restaurant for another group dinner this evening (included).

• Following dinner, the remainder of the evening is on your own and at your expense.

• Another delightful Irish breakfast awaits you this morning. We will check out of the hotel this morning, meet

the group and travel by motor coach to enjoy a river cruise.

• Today’s highlight is the Corrib River Cruise. Sit back and enjoy this sailing, complete with an authentic Irish

Dancing demonstration and some world-famous Irish coffee (admission & Irish coffee included). Sip your

coffee as we make our way past historical sites, castles, and local landmarks.

• We will have a lunch break following the Corrib River Cruise (on your own).

• We will then board the coach and make our way to today’s destination in Sligo Bay, Markree Castle! We will

arrive late in the afternoon giving each of you time to enjoy this beautiful castle before our group dinner this

evening!

• Take time to enjoy your overnight stay at Markree Castle, a truly unique property with old-world charm.

th This authentically restored Castle was originally built in the 14 century and provides delightful Irish

hospitality.

• Luggage will be delivered to your room and your Tour Manager will again handle the group check-in process.

• Join the group this evening for dinner (included) inside the Markree Castle Hotel.

Fitzwilliam Hotel , Belfast , Northern Ireland (B)

• Following another Irish breakfast (included), we board our coach and make our way to Northern Ireland to

Derry City (Londonderry).

• We will enjoy a guided walking tour of Ireland’s only completely

intact walled city and the second largest city in Northern Ireland

this afternoon.

• Enjoy this historic city with time for lunch (on own) after our

walking tour.

• Next, we travel to the Giant’s Causeway, the coastal geological

phenomenon that was formed over 60 million years ago!

(entrance fee included). This incredible landmark is one of

Northern Ireland’s most visited sites, and for good reason! You

can almost see why characters of Irish folklore were conjured by

this beautiful and unique seaside setting.

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• Board the motor coach as we head to Belfast, the birthplace of the RMS Titanic. Belfast is the capital and

largest city in Northern Ireland. Our home for the next two nights is the 5-star luxury Fitzwilliam Hotel

located in the heart of the city center.

• This evening dinner is on your own with many choices within walking distance of your hotel. The remainder

of the evening to be enjoyed at your leisure. Perhaps you would like to visit “The Glass Jar” the Narrowest Bar

in Belfast or wander the streets of this beautiful, modern city.

Excursion - Titanic Belfast, Belfast Guided Tour and Pint of Guinness

• Wake up and enjoy another Irish breakfast (included).

• OPTIONAL EXCURSION - Join your Tour Manager and fellow

passengers for today’s optional visit to Titanic Belfast, where you

will have time to explore this world-class attraction (entrance

ticket and audio guide included) and learn the story of the

Titanic, from its construction in Belfast to its ill-fated maiden

voyage. Following our visit, we will meet our local guide for a 2-

hour city tour of Belfast, learning about The Troubles and

exploring some of the city’s most notable areas, including the city

centre, and Cathedral Quarter while admiring Belfast’s impressive

architecture. We will conclude our afternoon at a local pub, where

you can enjoy a pint of Guinness (included) before returning to

our hotel. (Price TBA).

• Lunch and the remainder of the afternoon will be at your leisure to explore Belfast.

• Tonight, join your tour manager and fellow passengers for our “Farewell Dinner” with a glass of wine or beer

(included). It is your opportunity to share stories with your new friends and begin to plan your next

adventure with Collins Tours!

• The rest of the evening can be enjoyed at your own leisure.

• After a final Irish buffet breakfast, we bid farewell to Ireland. Airport transfers are included (time provided

by your Tour Manager) for those who purchased Collins Tours All-Inclusive Air Package.

• Your Air Canada flight will travel to Toronto onward to your local airport, reaching the Maritimes all in the

same day .