FOOD, DRINK, MUSIC, LAUGHS
Luxury Motorcoach Tour
49th Galway International Oyster Festival
September, 2006

Day 1: September 20, Saturday:

Depart the U.S. for Ireland.

The Clarence Dublin

Day 2: September 21, Sunday: Failte! Welcome to Ireland

Edge from the rock group U2, The Clarence set the standards for chic design hotels in Ireland. Located in Temple Bar, Dublin’s “Left Bank”, The Clarence offers one of Dublin’s best bars, the Octagon Bar, as well as an exquisite restaurant, The Tea Room. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then take a Dublin City Tour. See the sites including Phoenix Park, the Georgian Quarter, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Later enjoy some free time and in the afternoon check-in to The Clarence. This evening meet the rest of your group at a Welcome Cocktail Reception. Afterwards enjoy your first gourmet dinner at The Tea Room.

Overnight: The Clarence, Dublin
Lunch: Tea Room, The Clarence
Dinner: On your own

Day 3: September 22, Monday: Dublin’s Fair City

This morning enjoy some free time in Dublin before enjoying a traditional Dublin pub lunch. This afternoon tour the Old Jameson Whiskey Distillery and then pay a visit to the Guinness Storehouse to see the history of Ireland’s favorite national drink. Enjoy a freshly pulled Guinness in the sky-high lounge overlooking Dublin City. This evening experience one of Ireland’s most exciting traditional culture tours. Go on a 3-hour long Cultural Crawl around the city. A compere, of renowned character, who introduces the group to the most appealing aspects of Irish Culture, leads the tour. The Culture Crawl includes a buffet dinner, an Irish dancing display, whiskey tasting, story telling and traditional Irish music all during a pub hopping tour of Dublin’s best.

Overnight: The Clarence, Dublin
Lunch: Dublin pub
Dinner: Culture Crawl Ireland

Day 4: September 23, Tuesday: Irish Country House Cuisine

Depart Dublin after breakfast and drive southeast into County Kilkenny where you will visit Kilkenny Castle. Situated on the River Nore, this Norman castle dates back to 1192, and carries with it a great deal of interesting history. Across the street from the Castle is Kilkenny Design Centre. Originally the coach house and stables for Kilkenny Castle, this building is now home to some of the best designers and craftspeople in Ireland. Continue to Cork, arriving near Midleton at Ballymaloe Country House. This well known country house is famous for its gourmet cuisine and casual country environs. Enjoy a chef demonstration by Ballymaloe’s Head Chef, and later enjoy a gourmet country house dinner, followed by some local Irish music for entertainment.

Overnight: Ballymaloe House, Shanagarry, Co. Cork
Lunch: On your own in Kilkenny
Dinner: Ballymaloe House

Park Hotel Kenmare Kenmare, Co. Kerry

Day 5: September 24, Wednesday:Blarney & Kinsale

This morning drive west to County Cork, stopping to see Blarney Castle. A kiss of the Blarney Stone is said to impart eloquence on those who kiss it. Perhaps do some shopping at the Blarney Woolen Mills and then head to the coastal town of Kinsale, “Ireland’s Gourmet Capital”. Famous for its incredible variety and quality of cuisine, and its beautifully maintained harbor-side setting, this delightful town is popular with people from all corners of the world. Enjoy a gourmet lunch in Kinsale. Later drive through incredibly scenic West Cork and into Kerry, arriving in Kenmare for a 2-night stay at the Park Hotel Kenmare. This historic luxury hotel has set the standard for 5-star service in Ireland, offering guests a warm welcome, elegant accommodation, and superb cuisine. Tonight enjoy fine dining at the Park Hotel.

Overnight: Park Hotel Kenmare, Kenmare, Co. Kerry
Lunch: Kinsale restaurant
Dinner: Park Hotel Kenmare

Day 6: September 25, Thursday: The Kingdom of Kerry

Park Hotel Kenmare Kenmare, Co. Kerry

This morning enjoy a half-day tour of the world famous Ring of Kerry. This naturally stunning region has boasts spectacular mountain, lakeside, bogland, and coastal scenery. With very few commercial tourist stops the Ring of Kerry's natural wonders and views are an attraction unto themselves, including three of Ireland's largest mountains, Carrantuohill, Beenkeragh, and Caher. Later drive to Killarney Town and enjoy lunch on your own. After some free time in this bustling town return to Kenmare. Tonight enjoy dinner at The Limetree, one of the reasons Kenmare has become known for its cuisine.

Overnight: Park Hotel Kenmare, Kenmare, Co. Kerry
Lunch: On your own in Killarney
Dinner: The Limetree, Kenmare

Day 7: September 26, Friday: Limerick & Bunratty

Galway Great Southern Hotel Eyre Square, Galway

This morning head north through Limerick, perhaps stopping for some photos of the thatched roofed houses of the picturesque village, Adare. Continue through Limerick City into County Clare, stopping to see Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, where you will get a glimpse into 19th century Ireland. Enjoy lunch at the infamous Durty Nelly’s Pub. Continue north to Galway, arriving for a 2-night stay at the Galway Great Southern Hotel for a 2-night stay. Originally a railroad hotel built in the 19th century, this elegant Galway City landmark overlooks Eyre Square in the heart of the city, offering excellent cuisine and extensive facilities. As the “cultural capital” of Ireland, Galway City is where you will find a long history complimented by large artistic and student communities.
This evening attend your first event at the world renowned 49th Galway International Oyster Festival

Tonight’s Event:
The Magnificent 'Mardi-Gras' Party! Venue - Oyster Festival Marquee Nimmos Pier - Champagne and Oyster Reception followed by a superb meal with superior wines, liqueurs and Guinness - The Mayor of Galway will give a short welcome! The Non-Stop entertainment on this night will feature top class artists, cabaret and dancing till late. Dress Code - Smart Casual

Later perhaps enjoy the sounds of music, chatter, and laughs at some of the participating Galway Oyster Trail Pubs.

Overnight: Galway Great Southern Hotel, Eyre Square, Galway
Lunch: On your own

Day 8: September 27, Saturday: Galway Oyster Festival

Enjoy more Galway Oyster Festival Events today:
'Jazz on the Gig Rig'
Venue - Eyre Square - 12 noon.
Located in front of the Great Southern Hotel on Eyre Square.
Watch the Bands and Street Entertainers join in the ceremonial offering, by our beautiful Pearl and her retinue, of the Oyster to Galway's first citizen - A Tradition since 1954!. Parade to the Marquee behind the colourful line-up of Bands, Vintage Cars, Oyster Openers, Pearls
and visiting dignitaries.

OYSTER TASTING - 1.00 pm
Venue - Festival Marquee Nimmos Pier
Guinness, Oysters, smoked salmon and an excellent seafood lunch are served to 4pm.

GUINNESS WORLD OYSTER OPENING CHAMPIONSHIP - 2.00pm
The Guinness World Oyster Opening Championship will have contestants from every continent competing for the World Title and valuable Prizes.

GUINNESS ELEGANT LADY COMPETITION - 3.00pm
An Award is made to the most 'Elegant Lady' present who is chosen by a panel of international judges. Ladies, do dress up, the prize will be really exciting and worth the effort.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE GUINNESS WORLD OYSTER OPENING CHAMPION - 3.30pm
After the winner of the Guinness World Oyster Opening Championship is announced, the party moves up a gear- and this year we are proud to present an International Class line-up of entertainment (featuring Irish Music and Dance).

2.00pm - 7.00pm Music and song in the "Guinness Oyster Trail Pubs"

Tonight we will enjoy a farewell cocktail reception in the hotel. Afterwards you have two options for dinner:

Option 1: Dinner at the Galway Great Southern Hotel. Dress Code - Smart Casual Attire

Option 2: Oyster Festival Gala Ball
The Traditional Gourmet experience - including champagne reception and the finest of wines and most desirable liquers. Your enjoyment is guaranteed by the famous Saturday night caberet. Parade of Flags
Enjoy the spectacle, when we bring back each of our oyster openers to popular music from their own country. Dancing afterwards till dawn. Dress Code - Black Tie

Overnight: Galway Great Southern Hotel, Galway
Lunch: Galway Oyster Festival
Dinner: Galway Great Southern Hotel or Galway Oyster Festival

Day 9: September 28, Sunday: Slán Abhaile!

Transfer to Shannon Airport, say good-bye to your new friend and driver today, and depart Ireland for the U.S.

Warren Tours
Food, Drink, Music, Laughs
Luxury Motorcoach Tour
2006


This package includes:

• Roundtrip Airfare on Aer Lingus from JFK (other cities available for additional supplement)

• 7 days Luxury motorcoach transportation and services of a professional Driver/Guide

• Transfer from Galway hotel to Shannon Airport

• 4 nights Standard room accommodation in 5-star hotels

• 3 nights Standard room accommodation in 4-star hotels

• Full Irish breakfast daily

• 7 Irish Gourmet Dinners with wine/beer

• 4 lunches

• Welcome and Farewell cocktail receptions with hors d’oeuvres

• All gratuities for drivers, guides and all hotel and restaurant staffs

• All admissions to attractions and sites visited

• All admissions to festival activities and events for the 49th Galway International Oyster Festival (excluding the Gala - $75 per person additional, black-tie required)

• All taxes and service charges

• Deluxe travel documents including reference material, delivered by overnight courier

• 5-star service from Warren Tours travel planners

Cost:

Total cost based on a shared double room:
$3,850.00 per person

Tour Supplements:
First/Business Class Up-grade: Add $3,700.00 per person
Gala Dinner at Galway Oyster Festival: Add $75.00 per person (Black-tie required)
Deluxe room upgrade: Add $250.00 per person
Early Check-in on 9/21/03: Add $150.00 per person

Trip Cancellation Insurance:
From $185 per person, depending on trip cost and age

Itinerary Subject to Availability

Maximum of 20 guests per tour
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