Stop along the way in the picturesque village of Kenmare, bustling with local color. Next, stop on the coast for a look at the towering Cliffs of Moher, and pass through the Burren. Arrive later in Galway, a city known for its independent spirit. On today s optional excursion, ferry to the Aran Islands. The islanders, most of whom subsist on fishing and farming, still wear traditional Aran dress and speak the Gaelic tongue.
Local crafts produced here include the popular hand-knit fisherman sweaters.
Day 11 Transfer to Shannon airport for your flight home. On this morning s optional guided sightseeing tour, see well-known landmarks, from Buckingham Palace to Big Ben. The tour also includes a guided visit to St. Paul s Cathedral. In the afternoon, opt for a visit to Windsor Castle. Day 4 Join a full-day optional excursion to collegiate Oxford and Shakespearean Stratford.