Explore the heart of Ireland while staying in a selection of romantic castles. Your tour includes castles dating back to Medieval times but all offer the most modern comforts along with the warmth of Irish hospitality and character of their unique history.

Day 1 - Dublin to Kilkea Castle - Arrive at Dublin International Airport where you will collect your car before starting out on your romantic journey through Ireland. 2 hour drive Overnight Kilkea Castle

Day 2 - Kilkea Castle - A full day of leisure at Kilkea Castle where you might decide to take a drive through the Wicklow mountains to visit the beautiful Powerscourt Estate Garden or Glendalough, the 6th century monastic site. You could also spend the day in medieval Kilkenny or simply luxuriate in the spa at Kilkea. Golf, riding and walking can also be arranged. Overnight at Kilkea Castle

Day 3 - Kilkea Castle to Connemara - Depart Kilkea Castle to Galway then you'll drive through the wilds of Connemara to Abbeyglen Castle just outside the picturesque town of Clifden. Overnight at Abbeyglen Castle.

Day 4 - Connemara - Relax in the informal atmosphere of Abbeyglen Castle or take a drive through the heather covered hills of Connemara. Return to an evening enjoying the warmth and fine food at Abbeyglen Castle.

Day 5 - Abbeyglen Castle to Cabra Castle - If you didn't stop in Galway on Day 3 you might stop to explore this morning. An optional route might take you via the quaint village of Cong - made famous as the setting of the film classic "The Quiet Man". En route to Cabra Castle where you stay for 2 nights. Overnight Cabra Castle

Day 6 - Cabra Castle to Dublin - From Cabra Castle you can visit Carlingford, a town of great character with narrow streets and medieval town houses located on Carlingford Bay, or follow in the steps of St Patrick - Ireland's Patron Saint before heading south through the Boyne Valley stopping at Newgrange, Ireland's famous prehistoric burial chamber or stop at the Celtic king's Hill of Tara. Alternatively you could drive directly to Dublin to maximize your time there. Return your car to Dublin Airport and take a taxi or Aircoach into the city centre. Tonight you can take in the music pubs in Dublin's vibrant Temple Bar entertainment area. Overnight at Grafton Capital for 2 nights

Day 7 - Dublin -Enjoy a full day to explore Dublin's Fair City. Be sure to include Trinity College's famed Book of Kells, the Guinness Storehouse, Christchurch Cathedral and the Old Jameson Distillery. Drop in at the National Museum to view the amazing Celtic gold treasures or take a stroll in St Stephens Green. Stop for lunch where some of Ireland's famous writers once dallied and shop for those quality Irish woolens, Waterford crystal and Belleek pottery along Nassau Street. Tonight you might enjoy attending an Irish night or take part in a pub walk.

Day 8 - Depart from Dublin Airport - make your way by coach or taxi to Dublin Airport for your flight home.

Price Includes:
2 nights Kilkea Castle, 2 nights Abbeyglen Castle, 1 night Cabra Castle, 2 nights Grafton Capital mini-suite
Standard en suite accommodation, full Irish breakfast daily, local taxes.
6 day car rental: Category C manual transmission or Category F automatic. Upgrades are available
Maps and suggested touring route directions

Prices:	Automatic Transmission
2008
March	$1419
April	$1453
May - Jun	$1680
Jul - Aug	$1773
Sep	$1680
Oct	$1469
Nov - Dec 13	$1431
Dec 14-31 prices available on request

All prices are in Dollars and based on per person sharing twin. All prices are based on standard room rates. Junior suites and suites are available at higher rates. Itineraries can be designed visiting a variety of Irish castles.

Kilkea Castle

Abbeyglen Castle

Cabra Castle

Grafton Capital - Mini Suite

Customized Itineraries for Ireland
We can customized your stay how ever you wish such as your own Chauffer Drive Castle Tour, Blessing Ceremonies and Vow Renewals. Stays can be arranged at any of our castle hotels as well as at a number of private castles where you and your party have the castle for your exclusive use.

To book or for more information email call toll-free 1-800-876-5084

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