Tour Name: Splendours of Kerala (10 Nights / 11 Days)
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BEST OF IRELAND TOUR DAYS: 09 DAYS TOUR TYPE: SELF DRIVE WITH FLIGHTS (SD-FL) DAILY DEPARTURE (SUPPLEMENTAL COSTS FOR WEEKEND DEPARTURES) CANADA - DUBLIN – GALWAY – CONNEMARA – KERRY – DINGLE PENINSULA - LIMERICK – DUBLIN - CANADA TOUR SUMMARY: This 09-day self-drive package is ideal for the first-time visitor to Ireland! This journey is planned to cover some of the Ireland’s most dramatic scenery and will give you a true flavor of this vibrant and historic country. Starting at the exuberant capital city of Dublin, get a chance to visit its many historic buildings, continue to the arty city of Galway and onto Connemara; an area full of contrast. Continue to the scenic County Kerry and to the lunar-like Burren region, drive along the coast of Clare to view the spectacular Cliffs of Moher before departing to the Dingle Peninsula for a chance to see an extraordinary number of ring forts, high crosses and other ancient monuments. Return to Dublin for an overnight and list minute touring and shopping. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: - Explore Trinity College; the gem of Ireland and one of Dublin's finest landmarks - Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, adjacent to the well that it is said St. Patrick himself used to baptize converts - Tour the Old Midelton Distillery and sample its world-famous whiskey - Marvel at the spectacular scenery, mountains and lakes of the Ring of Kerry - Explore the lunar-like Burren region and see the majestic Cliffs of Moher TOUR PRICE & DATES: Calgary (YYC) Toronto (YYZ) Montreal (YUL) Vancouver (YVR) Single Superior Manor Superior Manor Superior Manor Supp. 2018 Dates Hotels House Hotel Hotels House Hotel Hotels House Hotel 01 Jul – 31 Aug CAD 2099 CAD 2699 CAD 2399 CAD 2799 CAD 2099 CAD 2699 CAD 399 01 Sep – 30 Sep CAD 1799 CAD 2599 CAD 2299 CAD 2699 CAD 1799 CAD 2599 CAD 399 01 Oct – 30 Nov CAD 1299 CAD 1999 CAD 1699 CAD 2199 CAD 1299 CAD 1999 CAD 399 *Weekend departure (Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun) Supplement –$100/per person ** Guaranteed Non-Stop Flights from YYZ/YUL Supplement – $100/per person Calgary (YYC) Toronto (YYZ) Montreal (YUL) Vancouver (YVR) Single Superior Manor Superior Manor Superior Manor Supp. 2019 Dates Hotels House Hotel Hotels House Hotel Hotels House Hotel 01 Mar – 30 Apr CAD 1499 CAD 1999 CAD 1799 CAD 2299 CAD 1499 CAD 1999 CAD 399 01 May – 31 May CAD 1599 CAD 2099 CAD 1999 CAD 2299 CAD 1599 CAD 2099 CAD 399 *Weekend departure (Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun) Supplement –$75/per person ** Guaranteed Non-Stop Flights from YYZ/YUL Supplement – $150/per person 233-11951, Hammersmith Way, Richmond, V7A 5H9, BC, Canada Tel 1 604 279 8794 Fax 1 604 608 3421 Call us toll free from any where in North America: 1 866 978 2997 TOUR LODGING INFO: 07 Nights Hotel Accommodation will be provided on a twin sharing basis CITY NIGHTS SUPERIOR HOTELS MANOR HOUSE HOTELS Dublin 01 Night Maldron Newlands Cross Hotel Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel Galway 02 Nights Clybaun Hotel Ross Lake House Hotel Killarney 02 Nights Brandon Hotel Parknasilla Resort Hotel Limerick 01 Night Limerick City Hotel Dunraven Arms Dublin 01 Night Maldron Newlands Cross Hotel Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: - Accommodation at listed hotels or similar - Daily breakfast - Ireland’s Heritage Island Touring Guide and Explorer Coupon - 8 Days Transportation by self-driven car (Economy (Group B) Ford Fiesta) including o Car Location Service Charge o Third part liability o Collision damage waiver o Theft Protection o *One driver (additional driver charge EUR 9.50 per day per driver inc. tax) - International return flights from various gateways - All Air taxes and Fuel surcharges TOUR PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE: - Items of a Personal nature - Tips & Gratuities - Travel insurance - Additional car insurance - Car rental guarantee deposit & Fuel - Drivers under the age of 25 - Weekend Supplements for departures on Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun - Guaranteed Non-Stop Flights from YYZ/YUL – Extra $100 - $150/pp - Items not mentioned as included EXTRA SERVICES: Car rental Upgrade car to automatic Economy car (Group E) VW Up or similar: CAD 455 per car per package Extra car rental day in manual Economy car (Group B) Ford Fiesta or similar: CAD 110 per car per day Extra car rental day in automatic Economy car (Group E) VW Up or similar: CAD 168 per car per day *Please refer to the “Car Rental information and conditions” at the end of this document TOUR ITINERARY: Please note that the itinerary and activities mentioned below are suggested DAY 01: CANADA - DUBLIN Today make your way to your gateway international airport for a flight to Dublin, Ireland. Enjoy inflight meals and services on your overnight flight. DAY 02: DUBLIN ARRIVAL Arrive at Dublin Airport today, pick up your hire car & transfer to your hotel. According to the time of arrival, enjoy a tour of the highlights of Dublin, which could include a visit to Trinity College to view the beautifully illuminated Book of Kells and the National Museum of Ireland (entry free of charge). Overnight in Dublin 233-11951, Hammersmith Way, Richmond, V7A 5H9, BC, Canada Tel 1 604 279 8794 Fax 1 604 608 3421 Call us toll free from any where in North America: 1 866 978 2997 DAY 03: DUBLIN – GALWAY (B/-/-) Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Dublin today. You could visit St-Patrick’s Cathedral, Ireland’s largest church, where Jonathan Swift, author of “Gulliver’s Travels” was once Dean. Stop off at the Old Jameson Distillery (option), situated in the old markets area of the city, Smithfield. An audio-visual tour explains the process by which whisky is made and this is followed by a whisky tasting by all in the "Ball o' Malt Bar". A special tasting is organized to compare the most popular Irish whiskies with bourbon and Scotch whisky. This afternoon depart Dublin for your next stop, County Galway. Overnight in Galway DAY 04: GALWAY – CONNEMARA - GALWAY (B/-/-) Spend today exploring the country of the “Quiet Man” and “The Purple Taxi”- Connemara, an area full of contrast, Granite Mountains populated only by sheep with hundreds of lakes forming a fisherman’s paradise. Its stone walls, small farms, thatched cottages in isolated splendor with its heather covered hills create an unforgettable scene for all its visitors. The route takes us from Galway to the lake dotted center of Connemara at Maam Cross. The road continues through the colorful town of Clifden and on through the Irish speaking low-lying part of Southern Connemara with its countless beautiful lakes. Overnight in Galway DAY 05: GALWAY – KERRY (B/-/-) Depart for Kerry this morning, and travel through the heart of County Clare - the Burren Region. The Burren is a geological paradise boasting over 2,000 plants and many rare flowers. Continue along the coast of Clare to view the spectacular Cliffs of Moher (option) which form a 200m wall that plunges into the Atlantic Ocean, from which you can see from Galway Bay to Continue through the farming countryside of Limerick to Kerry. Overnight in Killarney DAY 06: KERRY (B/-/-) A superb tour of the Iveragh Peninsula (170 km.), taking in spectacular scenery - mountains, peat bogs, lakes and magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean as one travel along the coast road. Leaving Killarney, you travel through Killorglin, famous for its Puck Fair, then to Glenbeigh where the cliff road affords panoramic views of the Dingle Peninsula and Dingle Bay. Continue to Cahersiveen, the birth place of National hero, Daniel O’Connell, drive through the peat bogs to the sea town of Waterville. Continue to Sneem Village, famous because of its brightly colored houses. The road continues with superb views of the famous Lakes of Killarney. Overnight in Killarney DAY 07: LIMERICK (B/-/-) Depart for a tour of the Dingle Peninsula, where films such as “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Far and Away” have been made. The Peninsula has an extraordinary number of ring forts, high crosses and other ancient monuments. The area west of Dingle has the greatest concentration of ancient sites in Kerry. This area is also a genuine Irish-speaking area. The landscape here is dramatic and there are striking views of the Blasket Islands from Slea Head. Overnight in Limerick DAY 08: LIMERICK - DUBLIN (B/-/-) Return to Dublin and afternoon free to explore the city or to do your last-minute shopping. Overnight in Dublin DAY 09: DUBLIN - CANADA (B/-/-) Travel to Dublin Airport and drop off the vehicle before checking in for your onward flight. END OF OUR SERVICES Why Indus Travels for your Tour? • Well over 70% of our clients have travelled with us in the past or have had Indus recommended by friends and family. Repeat business and recommendations are an essential part of our business. 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