Trip Overview

The guys from the Irish Comedy Tour have made a name for themselves in the US by showcasing their ability to poke fun at themselves and their own Irish Roots. Now, you can join Derek, Mike, and Keith while they try to figure out how not to offend the Irish while traveling and performing in Ireland! This should be a hoot…

Your package includes:

• Round-trip airfare from JFK/BOS (Optional – air available from all major cities)
• 7 nights premiere hotel accommodations

• Galway (2 nights): Connemara Coast Hotel
• Killarney (2 nights): Killarney Towers Hotel
• Dublin (3 nights): Jury’s Inn Hotel

Note: Venues subject to change

• Airport/hotel transfers
• Escorted coach transportation with licensed driver/guides
• Amazing tours and sights include:

• Connemara Region including Cong and the “Quiet Man” cottage
• Cliffs of Moher and The Burren
• The Ring of Kerry
• Blarney Castle & Stone (admission included)
• The Rock of Cashel (admission included)
• Dublin Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour featuring the Guinness Storehouse (admission included) and much more!

Your Price*:
$1579.00 USD per person (land-only)
$2179.00 USD with air from JFK/BOS!

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*Price is based on double occupancy and does not include foreign departure taxes/fees/ of approximately $120.00 (air inclusive packages only), a $39 processing fee, optional insurance, personal spending money, gratuities, or incidentals at hotels. Space is limited.

Deposit Required (non-refundable): $350 per person
Full balance due: February 1, 2011

Want more information? Contact us at travel@tenontours.com or 1-866-998-3666.

Itinerary

Saturday, April 2nd: Depart the US
Board your flight for your overnight flight to the Emerald Isle. Sit back relax, enjoy the entertainment, dinner and perhaps squeeze a little sleep.

Sunday, April 3rd: Welcome to Ireland
This morning you will arrive bright and early into Shannon Airport. Once you have cleared passport control you will collect your luggage, go through customs and into the arrival hall where a Tenon Tours representative will welcome you and escort you to your coach. Once we are all aboard we head north towards the lively “City of Tribes” Galway where we will have a quick stop for a coffee and a panoramic tour. Galway is known for its Arts and Culture with its many Theatres, pubs with live music and varied street artists. We then continue out to our Hotel where we check-in and rest for a while. In the late afternoon we will drive back into Galway city where you have the choice of many restaurants and pubs to explore.

Overnight: Connemara Coast Hotel, Furbo, Galway

Monday, April 4th: Connemara & The Wild West and Show night at Paidricin’s
This morning, after a hearty Irish breakfast we shall explore the rugged yet serene Connemara area which John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara made famous in the classic, “A Quiet Man”. This rocky land of broad-backed mountains and pearl-like lakes is the largest Irish speaking section of the country and the old traditions and way of life are as much a part of Connemara’s attractions as is the scenery. We drive along the shores of Lough Corrib and then westward through Maam Cross to Leenane. We return to our hotel where we get ready for our first exciting show of the trip. Get ready for a fun filled night at Paidricin’s In Furbo. Enjoy dinner and an evening full laughter, excellent Irish food and music

Overnight & Dinner Show: Connemara Coast Hotel, Furbo, Galway

Tuesday April 5th: Cliffs of Moher & The Kingdom of Kerry
Bidding a farewell to Galway today, we travel south to the Kingdom of Kerry. On route we will stop and visit the majestic Cliffs of Moher, which offer spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and Galway Bay. They stretch for 8km & rise up over 700 feet. Spend some time in the visitor center which is a huge domed cave built into the side of a hill. On then along the coast where we take the car ferry across the Shannon Estuary to Kerry. We arrive in Killarney, our vibrant little town for the next two nights. After check in you will have some free time to explore before we enjoy dinner together at the hotel.

Overnight & Dinner: Killarney Towers Hotel, Killarney

Wednesday April 6th: Ring of Kerry & a magical night of Comedy at Beaufort’s Inn
This morning following a hearty breakfast, we tour The Ring of Kerry, the most renowned Day Tour in Ireland. Throughout its 110 miles, you will travel around the MacGillicuddy Reeks and the Iveragh Peninsula, along the breathtaking Atlantic Coast, Dingle Bay and Kenmare Bay, returning to Killarney through the famed Molls Gap, Ladies View and Killarney National Park. En route, are the lovely coastal villages of Glenbeigh, Waterville and Sneem and the thriving market towns of Killorglin and Cahersiveen. The “original Ring of Kerry” (and still the best option) takes you from Sneem to Kenmare and then back to Killarney.
This evening a fantastic evening of comedy, music, dinner and a little mixing with the locals is in store at the historic “Beaufort Inn”. Make sure to bring your appetites for good food and laughter.

Overnight & Dinner Show: Killarney Towers Hotel, Killarney

Thursday April 7th: Blarney Castle & Woolen Mills & Rock of Cashel
This morning we say farewell to our new friends in Killarney and take in a day of castles. Our first stop is that famous “Blarney Castle” where you can gain the “Gift of the Gab” by kissing the Blarney Stone. You can also partake in a little shopping at the woolen mills. We continue on to the Mighty Rock of Cashel, one of Ireland’s most visited sites. This spectacular group of medieval buildings include a 12th century Round Tower, High Cross & Romanesque Chapel, 13th century Gothic Cathedral, and a 15th century Castle. Definitely not to be missed. We arrive into Ireland’s Capital city Dublin in the later afternoon where we check into our hotel. This evening you are free to explore this cosmopolitan city with no shortage of pubs, restaurants and fun things to do.

Overnight: Jurys Inn Custom House, Dublin

Friday April 8th:Explore Dublin City & Final Farewell Evening at Taylors Three Rock
Today is a free day for you to explore Dublin city. With its mix of urban cool, lush parkland and hip shopping it buzzes with energy while still keeping it’s warm laid back atmosphere. For the best sightseeing options you will have your ticket for Dublin’s Hop on Hop off city sightseeing tour. This extensive tour will offer you the opportunity to visit most of Dublin’s best sites, including some great places such as Guinness Storehouse, Jameson Distillery, Trinity College, National Gallery, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Kilmainham Gaol and much more. Tonight we are in for a real treat. The show tonight includes our wonderfully funny hosts, Derek, Mike, Keith & Jim along with some local Irish talent. Get ready for ultimate in Irish American entertainment, good food, lots of fun and the highlight to your tour.

Overnight Farewell Dinner Show: Jurys Inn Custom House, Dublin

Saturday April 9th: Farewell to Ireland
This morning we wish the Emerald Isle farewell for now as we head to Dublin airport to board our flight home. If you forgot to purchase any last minute gifts Dublin Airport has some great Duty Free Shops. Have a safe trip home bringing lots of great memories of your Comedy Tour to Ireland

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