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Honeymoon in Ireland, 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.
To book or for more information email
or call toll-free 1-800-876-5084
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
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.
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.
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 |
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CDN / US $'s |
| 2007 |
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| Oct |
$1521 |
| Nov - Dec 13 |
$1487 |
| 2008 |
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| Jan - Mar |
$1419 |
| Apr |
$1453 |
| May - Jun |
$1680 |
| Jul - Aug |
$1773 |
| Sep |
$1680 |
| Oct |
$1469 |
| Nov - Dec 13 |
$1431 |
| Dec
14-31 prices available on request |
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Kilkea Castle
Abbeyglen Castle
Cabra Castle
Grafton Capital
- Mini Suite
Honeymoon and Romance Packages
These castle hotel are part of our honeymoon and romantic getaway
program in Ireland. Complete vacations include stays in castles,
manor houses, boutique hotels or guest houses, car rental, driving
directions, touring information and suggestions.
Customized Itineraries
for Ireland
We can customized your stay how ever you wish such as your own
Chauffer Drive Castle Tour, Wedding or 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.
All prices are per person in Canadian Dollars. (based on two
people sharing) Rates are effective at time of publication althought
they are subject to change without notice
All prices are based on standard room rates. Junior suites and
suites are available at higher rates.
Note Abbeyglen Castle based on Superior double bedroom.
Approximate $US rates based on
1 $US = $1 Can This rate will depend on conversion at time of
payment.
Itineraries can be designed
visiting a variety of Irish castles.
Dublin city stays can be arranged before or after your self drive
tour
To book or for more information email
or call toll-free 1-800-876-5084
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