Full Itinerary*

 

Wed April 28 - Fly overnight with the group from Nashville or from your home city. 

Dinner and light breakfast service included.  The lights will be dimmed to you can rest on the way over.

 

Thur April 29 - Welcome to the Emerald Isle!!!  We will get our luggage and meet our

personal driver guide for the week who will take us to our luxury coach and we’ll get on our way.  Our first stop will be the Guinness Storehouse.  Explore the history of the famous dark stout, have a delicious lunch on your own and browse the large selection of Guinness merchandise.  Make your way to the rooftop Gravity Bar where you will enjoy sweeping 360 degree views of Dublin while you enjoy your included pint of the dark stuff right from the source - the best pint of Guinness anywhere in the world.  Next we will visit Kilmainham Jail, the site of the tragic execution of the men who led the 1916  Easter Uprising which spurred the country to gain its independence from Great Britain.  Chloë will share a version of the story through song and tell you about her family’s personal involvement.  We will check into our luxury five star hotel for the evening and enjoy a welcome reception and dinner together.  The evening will be yours to relax and get settled for the next 3 nights. (D)

 

Fri April 30 - Arise this morning ready to experience your first Irish breakfast, a feast to be sure.  Our day trip today will be to Slane Castle where Chloë has fond memories of Celtic Woman performing their milestone concert, A New Journey: Live At Slane Castle in 2006.  We will have a tour of the castle, a late 18th century estate in the historic Boyne Valley that is also a well-known concert venue.  We will enjoy a tour and tasting next door at Slane Whiskey Distillery.  You will have time for lunch on your own on the beautiful castle grounds before we start heading back.  On our way, we will stop at Newbridge Silverware Visitor Centre where you will enjoy browsing the iconic Irish silverware, jewelry, cutlery and giftware.  Upstairs is the Museum of Style Icons where you will see some of the world’s most famous outfits.  This evening, we will have dinner at Johnnie Fox’s and enjoy a show of traditional Irish music and dance.  (B,D)

 

Sat May 1 - After our lovely breakfast, we will head out to Powerscourt Estate, another iconic location of Celtic Woman fame.  Chloë will tell us her personal stories from this beloved place and you will have time to explore the house and gardens at your leisure.  Get a bite to eat in the Avoca Terrace Café where you can enjoy a delicious lunch while taking in the incredible views of the estate and Sugarloaf Mountain.  Take a walk out to Ireland’s highest waterfall right on the Powerscourt Estate or shop the authentic Irish merchandise and crafts at the Avoca shops.  We will head back to our hotel where you may relax and enjoy the atmosphere or you may go into Dublin to explore the museums, shops, restaurants and parks on your own.  The rest of the evening is yours. (B)

 

Sun May 2 - After breakfast, pack your bags and load up our luxury coach for a ride to the west coast of Ireland known as the Wild Atlantic Way.  We will make a few stops along the way as we take in the Irish countryside with its pretty villages and farms and green like you have never experienced before.  The historic and vibrant town of Killarney will be our home for the next 3 nights.  We will settle into our luxury hotel and gather for a group dinner.  This evening you may explore this lively town filled with music pubs, shops and great ice cream! (B, D)

 

Mon May 3 - After breakfast we will hop on our luxury coach for one of the most famous and breathtaking drives on the planet.  The Ring of Kerry will not disappoint.  As we drive along the dramatic coastline, we will make stops along the way.  We will get Irish coffees, see a sheep farmer work his sheep with his dog, get lunch at a restaurant with one of Ireland’s most famous views, stop for photos, take a stroll around Irish villages.  It will be a lovely, relaxing day of incredible beauty with songs and stories by Chloë along the way.  The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy. (B)

 

Tue May 4 - Our day will begin with a horse drawn jaunting cart ride into Killarney National Park.  This 26,000 acre national park is the largest in Ireland and is an extraordinary combination of glacial lakes, ancient forests and towering mountain peaks.  We will see the lovely Muckross House and Gardens, the ruins of Ross Castle, a 15th century tower house on the banks of Lough Leane.  This afternoon there will be an optional walk to Torc Waterfall - an easy stroll to the base of this legendary and beautiful spot steeped in folklore.  Check out some great pubs or restaurants for dinner on your own and afterwards we will be treated to a private show by Chloë and some of her friends. (B)

 

Wed May 5 - Pack your bags this morning as we will load up and head to beautiful Co. Clare.  We will visit Bunratty Castle and Folk Park where you may explore the 15th century castle and wander the streets of the village with the thatched roof houses, smell the turf fires, enjoy tea and scones and experience Irish life in this 26 acre living history museum.  Grab a bite to eat at Durty Nelly’s, a world-famous historic pub.  Across the street is Bunratty Woolen Mills where you may shop for authentic Irish knitwear, crystal, crafts and jewelry.  We will gather for our farewell dinner at our hotel this evening to reflect on the week of Chloë’s Ireland, the breathtaking landscapes, the friendly people, the lively music and the warm Irish hospitality. (B, D)

 

Thur May 6 - Following breakfast, we will transfer a short distance to Shannon Airport for our afternoon return journey home.  We will arrive 3 hours before our departure time to allow guests to go through U.S. Preclearance and shop for any last minute gifts before our flight home.  You will arrive back to the United States as a domestic flight with no customs to clear in Nashville and memories to last a lifetime!

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*Itinerary subject to change at the discretion of Enrichment Travel Services

**Customary driver/guide gratuities not included