Join The Irish Rover in Ireland

The Best of the North & West
April 2 - 15, 2025 ~ $5,190 per person
double occupancy from Louisville$1,190 Single Supplement ~ $4,290 Land Only

This is an exclusive travel program presented by The Irish Rover and InterTrav Corporation

Day by Day Itinerary
Weds., April 2 – LOUISVILLE / EN ROUTE(I)
We depart Louisville today on our Delta Air Lines flight toAtlanta and change planes for the overnight flight toDublin, Ireland.
Thurs., April 3 – DUBLIN / DERRY(I,L,D)
After landing at Dublin Airport, our Driver/Guidewelcomes us to Ireland. Our first stop of the day will be at
Fourknocks Passage Tomb, dating from 3000-2500 BC, but
unknown to archaeology until 1949, when a woman
making a visit to Newgrange mentioned, "there aremounds like this on my uncle’s farm." Afterward we’ll
make our way to Slane Castle, where we’ll enjoy a guided
tour with the current Lord of Slane, if his schedule allows.
Then sit back and relax as we enjoy the beautiful sceneryon our way into Northern Ireland, stopping along the wayfor Afternoon Tea, and into Ireland’s only walled city,Derry, where we’ll enjoy a welcome dinner at our hotel.
Fri., April 4 – DERRY(B,L)
This morning we’ll meet our guide, Ronan Macnamara,and embark on a walking tour of the iconic Derry Walls
where we’ll learn about the 1,500 years of history andculture enclosed within Ireland’s only completely walledcity; from the sixth-century monastic settlement to thevibrant European city of the twenty-first century. We’ll
finish our tour at the Walled City Brewery, a family owned
spot featuring novel craft beers, where we’ll enjoy atasting and lunch. Afterward we’ll visit the Museum ofFree Derry. Opened in 2007, the museum tells the storyof the dramatic events which took place between 196872 in the Bogside neighborhood. As violence escalated,
the area was proclaimed "Free Derry" and is widely
regarded as ground zero in the fight for Catholic civilrights in Northern Ireland.
Sat., April 5 – DERRY / DONEGAL(B,L,D)
This morning we’ll depart Northern Ireland and travel into
the Republic of Ireland. Along the way we’ll make a photostop at Grianan of Aileach, a hilltop stone fort dating from1700 BC, where we’ll enjoy breathtaking views of three
counties and the rugged Donegal coastline. Then we’ll
travel to Rathmullan for a delicious lunch at Beachcomber
Bar, where the fabulous setting on the sea front enjoys
panoramic views. Next, we’ll set out to visit Glenveagh
National Park, the second largest National Park in Ireland,
home to Glenveagh Castle grounds, Lough Veagh, andmuch of the Derryveagh Mountains. Our final journey ofthe day will take us into Donegal, located at the mouth ofRiver Eske, where we’ll be for two nights.
Sun., April 6 – DONEGAL(B,L)
Today we’ll explore Donegal’s Wild Atlantic Way, which
will provide us with an astounding panorama from theSlieve League Cliffs. Three times the height of the Cliffs ofMoher, words fail to capture the majesty and sheer
height of the cliffs. We’ll have lunch at The Rusty
Mackerel, a traditional and friendly pub with fabulous
food. The remainder of the day is free to explore Donegal,
or to simply enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the hotel.

Mon., April 7 – DONEGAL / SLIGO(B)
After a leisurely morning, we’ll depart Donegal and headsouth for Belleek Pottery for an up-close and hands-on
look at the production of this beautiful Parian china.
Then we’ll continue into Sligo, a vibrant coastal town
known for its literary and musical heritage. Along the way
we’ll stop at Drumcliffe Churchyard, which lies in theshadow of Benbulben and contains the final resting placeof Nobel Laureate, W.B. Yeats. His simple headstone
contains the words of his self-penned epitaph, “Cast acold Eye on Life, on Death – Horseman pass by.” We’ll end
our journey at our Sligo hotel, our home for the next twonights.
Tues., April 8 – SLIGO(B,L)
Today we’ll journey to The Coleman Traditional Irish
Music Centre, a celebration of Irish Music, Culture andHeritage, dedicated to ensuring that the tradition of Irish
music remains a living one (‘an traidisiún beo’) enjoyed by
all ages and nationalities. We’ll enjoy a traditional lunch
at The Oarsman, an award winning restaurant, before
making a visit to Strokestown Park, a unique historic
property and home of the first landlord to be assassinatedduring the height of the Great Famine of Ireland in the1840s. Strokestown Park features a Georgian Palladian
Mansion with its original furnishings and fabrics, theNational Famine Museum & Archive and Historic Gardens& Woodlands.
Weds., April 9 – SLIGO / ENNIS(B,D)
This morning we’ll journey to Turlough for a guided tourof the Museum of Country Life. With exhibitions spreadover four floors, see how the people of rural Ireland lived
in the hundred years between the Great Famine and theend of the 1950s. Next we’ll be on our way for a stop in
the city of Galway. The center of Galway lies on the banksof the River Corrib, and following an extensive restorationin the early 70’s, the narrow and winding streets of thisonce-walled city have been brought back to life. Aftertime for lunch on our own, we’ll continue south to Ennis,
one of Ireland’s most picturesque towns, known for its
painted storefronts and traditional music festivals. We’llenjoy dinner at our hotel this evening.
Thurs., April 10 – ENNIS(B,L,D)An amazing day is in store as we travel to the mouth of
the River Shannon to embark on a tour of Scattery Island.
Viking artifacts discovered here led to speculation that it
pre-dated Limerick as a Viking stronghold. The island isalso home to one of the few Irish Round Towers in almost
perfect condition, famine houses, an artillery battery fromthe Napoleonic wars, and the remains of a village
inhabited up to the late 1970s. Afterward, we’ll enjoy
lunch at Tubridy’s, a family run pub in Doonbeg, and thentravel Loop Head Peninsula, what the Wild Atlantic Way is
about: panoramic cliff views and fascinating historic sites,including The Bridges of Ross, The Church of the Little Ark,
and The Graves of the Yellowmen. As we return to Ennis
we’ll stop for a Music Session and a chip shop supper at
the Corner Bar in Kildysart.

Fri., April 11 – ENNIS(B,L)
Today we’ll embark on a guided walking tour of theBurren, a vast limestone plateau occupying an area ofover one hundred square miles in northwest County
Clare. All around you is pale grey stone ribboned withcrags and crevices; miniature cliffs spread like mosaics as
far as the horizon, where a microcosm of Ireland’swildlife thrives, and historic (and prehistoric) remains
abound. Following our tour, we’ll enjoy lunch at Barrtrá,situated on the Wild Atlantic Way against the backdropof Liscannor Bay, the restaurant combines stunningviews with an old-style, Irish cottage charm. Afterward
we’ll visit The Chapel Gate Irish Whiskey Company,
Ireland's first modern whiskey Bonder and the makers ofaward winning J.J. Corry Irish Whiskey. The company
sources whiskey from Irish distilleries and matures it in abonded rackhouse on the McGuane Family farm, very
near Michael’s home village of Kilmihil.
Sat., April 12 – ENNIS / DUBLIN(B,L)
This morning we depart Ennis for the journey to Dublin,
travelling first into the heart of Ireland and stopping at
Leap Castle, reportedly the most haunted property inthis country full of ghosts. One of the longest continually
inhabited Castles in Ireland, Leap Castle has a rich andfascinating history. The present owner, musician Sean
Ryan, will tell us tales of the past and recount his own
experiences in the ongoing restoration of the incredible
building which is also his home. Leaving the castle we’llcontinue to Treacy’s Bar, one of the oldest traditional
pubs in Ireland. We’ll then continue across the pasturesof Ireland and into the capital city of Dublin, where we’ll
pick up our local guide, Gerry Kelly, who will offer anentertaining introduction to this famous city on the River
Liffey, before we check in at our city-center hotel. Be
sure to stick with Michael tonight as he visits some of his
favorite hidden spots for traditional music and pints.
Sun., April 13 – DUBLIN(B)
This morning we’ll board the coach for the short drive toKilmainham Gaol. Kilmainham is most famous for theexecutions of the leaders of the Easter 1916 uprising, but
it also housed thousands of men, women, and children
on charges ranging from petty offenses to serious crimes.
Our next visit takes us to 14 Henrietta Street, where thestories of the house and street mirror the story of Dublin
and her citizens. Located in a Georgian townhouse, 14
Henrietta Street tells the story of the building’s shifting

fortunes, from family home and powerbase to courthouse; and then from barracks to its final incarnation asa tenement house. The rest of the day is free in Dublin toexplore this wonderfully cosmopolitan city that offers
trendy bars, elegant restaurants, and stylish shops.
Dublin is packed with loads of interesting things to do,
and a Hop-on/Hop-off bus pass will allow you to visit
many of Dublin’s attractions.
Mon., April 14 – DUBLIN(B,D)
We’ll start the day with a tour of Glasnevin Cemetery,established by Irish statesman Daniel O'Connell in 1832.
Key figures from Irish history and culture have been laidto rest within these grounds such as: Michael Collins,
Charles Stewart Parnell, Éamon de Valera, CountessMarkievicz, Maud Gonne, Luke Kelly and Brendan Behan
to name but a few. The afternoon is again free to enjoy
Dublin. Perhaps visit Dublin Castle, Trinity College, orGuinness Storehouse and Gravity Bar. Tonight we’ll enjoy
a farewell dinner in style at Fade Street Social, one ofIreland’s hottest spots, where the “celebrity” chef, Dylan
McGrath will join us for a chat if he’s in town.
Tues., April 15 – DUBLIN / LOUISVILLE(B,I)
All too soon, our time in Ireland has come to the end. We
transfer to Dublin Airport in plenty of time to check in forour return to Louisville.
* * * Welcome Home * * *Meal Codes
I = In-flight B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Sláinte!
The Vacation Price Includes:• Economy-class air transportation by scheduled Delta

Air Lines service• Transportation by deluxe private motor coach withaccompanying Irish Driver/Guide• First class hotel accommodations• Irish breakfast each morning at the hotels, and othermeals indicated in the itinerary• Sightseeing as detailed in the Day by Day Itinerary
including applicable entrance fees
• Luggage handling for one suitcase per person at thehotels• Taxes for included ground services, departure taxes,
Customs service charges, and airline security fees
• Personally escorted by Siobhan and Michael Reidy!
The Vacation Price Does Not Include: Items of apersonal nature such as passport fees and destination
entry requirements; luggage handling at airports;
gratuities to the Driver/Guide and Tour Guide(s); meals
other than those stated above; and Travel Protection.

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