Join Seamus on his 18th summer tour to Ireland. You will enjoy many Irish Breakfasts! Walking tours, castle visits, Whiskey & beer tastings, Crystal making and some of the best scenery Ireland can offer. And of course Seamus himself will be along with his many talents and friends to entertain you in the evening time.

"The trip was absolutely fabulous! Seamus in person is just like he sounds on his CD's, a wonderful singer as well as a great entertainer and Leslie is an unbelievable tour arranger, guide and driver."

Your Ireland Vacation Includes:
• Round-trip air on Aer Lingus from JFK
• Breakfast & Dinner Daily
• 9 nights Superior First Hotels
• Fully escorted via deluxe motorcoach and Irish Drive Guide
• Admissions as highlighted on itinerary
• Deluxe document holder, luggage tag and tote bag.
• Porterage of one suitcase per person
• All local service charges and taxes
• Gratuity to driver guide
• A free Seamus Kennedy CD of your choice

Payment Schedule:
• Deposit of $250 secures place on tour
• Final Payment Due by March 17th
• Tour price is based on double occupancy
• Price includes air from JFK, other cities available please call for details.
• Airfare subject to increase, however deposit of $250 secures this price.

TRAVEL ITINERARY

Sat. June 21
Overnight flight from USA to Shannon Ireland. Rest up for the time of your life.

Sun. June 22
On arrival meet Leslie our driver guide and head over to Bunratty for our first of many full Irish Breakfasts. Afterwards some time to browse in the village before driving north to the heritage town of Westport., Co. Mayo. Check into our luxury four-star deluxe hotel. Afternoon free to unwind or avail of the hotel's spa facilities. Advance booking recommended for treatments. This evening join our fellow travelers for dinner in the hotel followed by the first of many very entertaining music sessions with Seamus. Overnight Knockranny House Hotel, Westport (B, D)

Mon. June 23
Our drive today will feature some of the most picturesque touring in the Northwest. From Clew Bay, reputed to have 365 islands, we go via Newport across the Curraun Peninsula to Achill Island. We will meander along the Atlantic drive to capture the wild and wonderful scenic views. Near Slievemore we will see the Deserted Village, and the remains of nearly 100 abandoned stone cottages. The terrain in this region varies from windswept bogland to golden beaches. Dinner in our hotel followed by an entertaining evening with Seamus. Overnight Knockranny House Hotel, Westport (B, D)

Tue. June 24
Enjoy a free day in the lovely town of Westport. You may relax and unwind for the day or take part in the many activities available in the town, such as horse riding, clay pigeon shooting, hill walking or golf. Or visit Croagh Patrick, one of Europe's best known Pilgrimage sites. It has proved a tough ascent for many pilgrims each year, climbing barefoot in memory of St. Patrick, who spent forty days and forty nights fasting on the summit more than 1,500 years ago. Magnificent views of Clew Bay, with an island for every day of the year, provides inspiration for many walkers and visitors throughout the year. Dinner in our hotel. Overnight Knockranny House Hotel, Westport (B, D)

Wed. June 25
This morning, Connemara! A scenic drive takes us to the charming village of Cong, renowned as the backdrop for the 1952 movie "The Quiet Man". Here we will have a walking tour, highlighting places featured in the movie, and ending at the Quiet Man Cottage. Our drive continues through the magnificent Connemara Peninsula with its sweeping views of boglands and misty mountains, to the Connemara History & Heritage Center, which offers a unique insight into the history and heritage of this beautiful part of the West of Ireland. Arrive in Clifden in the late afternoon. Dinner in our hotel followed by music, song and story telling with the one and only Seamus Kennedy. Overnight Station House Hotel, Clifden (B, D)

Thu. June 26
This morning we visit Kylemore Abbey, one of the most photographed locations in Ireland and the Monastic home to the Benedictine nuns. We will have some time here to visit the chapel and the beautiful gardens. After lunch, on to the village of Leenane and Nancy's Point where we will board an all-weather luxury catamaran for an hour and a half cruise on Killary Fjord, Complimentary tea/coffee and scones will be served onboard. Overnight Station House Hotel, Clifden (B, D)

Fri. June 27
Today enjoy a free day to explore the town of Clifden. After dinner in our hotel a lively music session with Seamus. Overnight Station House Hotel, Clifden (B, D)

Sat. June 28
This morning depart Clifden and travel south to the town of Ennis, Co. Clare, the traditional musical heart of Ireland. En route we will stop in the Irish-speaking village of Spiddal. You will have an opportunity to do some shopping at Standuns. Here you will find top quality Irish fashion ∓ knitwear, crystal, china, jewellery and crafts. Arrive in Ennis in the late afternoon. Relax and get ready for dinner and another evening of rousing entertainment with Seamus. Overnight Templegate Hotel, Ennis (B, D)

Sun. June 29
This morning we will drive to the coastal town of Doolin. At Doolin Pier we will board a cruiser for a voyage of discovery along the coast of Clare. As we approach the Cliffs Of Moher on the southern tip of Galway Bay and the Burren, we will have a bird's eye view of the majestic scale of this natural wonder. The Cliffs of Moher stand over 200m above the Atlantic - among the highest cliffs in Europe. We will have some free time in Doolin walk around and have a bite of lunch. We will continue our journey today through The Burren Region. With its innate sense of spiritual peace, The Burren has an extraordinary array of flora and wildlife, megalithic tombs and monuments older than Egypt's pyramids. Overnight Templegate Hotel, Ennis (B, D)

Mon. June 30
Enjoy a free day in the town of Ennis. After dinner we will enjoy our last night of music with Seamus before returning home. Overnight Templegate Hotel, Ennis (B, D)

Tue. July 01
After breakfast drive the short distance to Shannon Airport to board your flight back to the US. (B)

Circumstances beyond our control may require us to change the schedule.
This tour is subject to the terms and conditions listed on www.isleinntours.com.