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LaMacchia Travel’s September 5-13, 2018FEATURING:

Blarney • Cliffs of Moher • Dublin • GalwayKillarney • Kilkenny • Rock of Cashel

Dingle Peninsula • Connemara

Join us for a complete circle of Ireland including the ancient city of Dublin, the wild Cliffs of Moher and the island’s emerald country side. Watch the Irish heritage and culture come alive on our exclusive 8 day journey of this enchanting emerald isle.

$2,892* PP Double Occupancy

$3,517* PP Single OccupancyIncludes:

7 Nights Hotel Superior First Class HotelsRoundtrip airfare from Chicago O’hare

11 Meals (8 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners)Private Motor Coach

English Speaking GuideSightseeing Listed on Itinerary

*Prices do not include optional, but highly recommend travel insurance. Hotels and itinerary is subject to change.

For more details, please contact Maria Bonanno with LaMacchia Travel at 262-656-8300 or

mbonanno@lamacchiaravel.com

Family Owned & Operated Since 1931

DUBLIN

Rock of Cashel

Dingle

Cliffs of Moher

Galway

Killarney

Kilkenny

IrelandJourney

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LaMacchia Travel’s October 5-13, 2018FEATURING:

Blarney • Cliffs of Moher • Dublin • GalwayKillarney • Kilkenny • Rock of Cashel

Dingle Peninsula • Connemara

ItineraryOCTOBER 5, 2018 | USA DEPARTURE

We depart overnight flight across the Atlantic. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you travel to start your vacation.

OCTOBER 6, 2018 | DUBLIN ARRIVALAfter landing at Dublin Airport, we will meet out private driv-er and guide. Next, set off with our local guide for a private tour of Dublin. We stop at Trinity College to see the Book of Kells, an 8th century illuminated manuscript of the gos-pels and see the Old Library. After, stop to tour Guinness Storehouse to see exhibits on how this world famous stout was first created and why it is so popular today. Finish your visit in the roof-top bar, where you can sample a draft of Guinness. Arrive to hotel in the afternoon. Evening welcome dinner will be provided. (D) Hotel: CAMDEN COURT HOTEL

OCTOBER 7, 2018 | EPIC IRELANDThis morning, we drive to Custom House Quay and stop to visit EPIC Ireland, which celebrates the dramatic story of the spread of Irish culture around the globe, and how Ireland has changed throughout the years. After, step aboard the Jeanie Johnston to learn about the conditions for Irish emigrants who crossed the Atlantic in tall ships. Return to your hotel and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure for individual pursuits and dining options. (B)

OCTOBER 8, 2018 | ROCK OF CASHELAfter breakfast, travel into County Tipperary and stop to vis-it the Rock of Cashel. While here, see majestic church ruins that are clustered high on a limestone outcrop overlook-ing the surrounding countryside. Next, drive into Blarney, where you can climb the battlements of Blarney Castle and kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Continue your travel into Killarney, check into your hotel and settle into your room. Balance of day at leisure. (B) Hotel: SCOTTS HOTEL

OCTOBER 9, 2018 | DINGLE PENINSULAToday, discover the beauties of the Dingle Peninsula, once described by the National Geographic Traveler as “the most beautiful place on earth.” Drive along the south shore of the peninsula for plenty of vistas of heathery mountains, sandy stretches of beach, stunning green landscapes and rocky headlands. Pause at strategic locations to admire the views and take photos. Then, stop to tour Dingle Distillery a quaint little distillery, which has created a distinctive Irish twist of their own whiskey, gin and vodka. Return to your hotel and get ready for a traditional Irish Dinner this evening (B, D)

OCTOBER 10, 2018 | CLIFFS OF MOHERLeaving Killarney, enjoy a short ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary. Next, travel along the coast of scenic County Clare to visit the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most beloved, natural landmarks. See magical vistas, over-looking the shimmering Atlantic Ocean along with Ireland’s Western coastline. Continue your journey into Galway and join a local guide for a gentle walking tour of the city. See the medieval city walls, Lynch’s Castle and the narrow streets. Motor a short distance to your hotel, check in and spend the remainder of the day free for independent pur-suits and dining. (B, D) Hotel: GALWAY BAY HOTEL

DAY 7 | KILKENNY - DUBLIN

OCTOBER 13, 2018 | RETURN TO USA

All too soon, our journey has come to an end. Transfer to Dublin Airport in good time to check in for your flight. You may do some last minute shopping at the duty free stores before boarding your aircraft and flying across the Atlantic Ocean back to the United States. (B)

OCTOBER 11, 2018 | CONNEMARA MARBLEThis morning, journey through the Connemara Region to admire the sweeping views of boglands and misty moun-tains. As you drive along you will see many sheep that graze freely and also tracts of bogland where some people hand-cut peat for home heating. Stop in the town of Moy-cullen and visit the Connemara Marble Factory. Quarried in Connemara, the soft green shades of the marble echoes the colors of the countryside from which it is cut. See how it is made into many decorative items. Continue your travel and stop at Kylemore Abbey for a tour of the elegant mansion and church, set beside a tranquil lake. Learn of the tales of tragedy, romance and royal visits. Also walk through the magical Victorian walled garden. (B)

OCTOBER 12, 2018 | CABRA CASTLE

Departing Galway, travel into Kingscourt and check into the Cabra Castle Hotel. Spend the afternoon at leisure to enjoy Cabra Castle’s exceptional service. Experience what it’s like living as a “Landed Gentry,” while also surrounded by won-derful scenery and complete luxury. You may wish to play a round of golf, horseback ride or even fish. There is also tennis and archery available for guests who stay at hotels. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a superb dinner in the Cabra Castle’s fine restaurant. (B, D)Hotel: CABRA CASTLE HOTEL