CIE’s chauffeur–drive vehicles include a luxury sedan for
two people, multi-person vehicle (MPV) for four people or a
minibus or small coach for groups of eight or more. All
chauffeur-drive programs pick up and drop off at any
international airport in Ireland (or other domestic location by
arrangement) and include: comprehensive insurance, gasoline,
tolls and parking; services of a professional driver/guide; pre-
booked hotels as required; full breakfast daily, except on day
of arrival; driver’s accommodation, meals and expenses;
Ireland Step by Step – a 128-page guide with maps and
suggested itineraries; Ireland at a Glimpse – discount book
with 50% vouchers for almost 100 attractions; Get Ready! Get
Set! Go! – an information book with basic travel facts; deluxe
carry-on backpack, ticket wallet, luggage tags & strap; all local
taxes, hotel service charges, and porterage for one suitcase per
person; and concierge services of a dedicated CIE Tours’ travel
expert to coordinate planning your tour.
Your driver has an accommodation allowance and will
make his own arrangements – at times he may stay in the same
hotels and other times not. A full breakfast in your hotel is
included every morning. Lunch, dinner and snacks are not
included. Your driver will have an expense allowance for
their own meals; however, at times you may wish to invite
them to eat with you. Admission fees to visitor attractions are
also not included.
One of CIE Tours’ more popular chauffeur-drive packages
is their Irish Gold tour, a nine day/eight night journey that
begins and ends in Dublin and includes two nights stay in each
of the medieval towns of Galway and Killarney, and an
overnight in Waterford. Along the way, stops include a visit to
Clonmacnoise, an ancient monastery in County Offaly;
Leenane, a quaint village on the shore of Killary Harbour;
Kylemore Abbey, a Benedictine monastery on the grounds of
the Kylemore Castle in Connemara, County Galway; the Cliffs
of Moher, one of Ireland’s top-visited tourist sites; a scenic 179
kilometer long (111 mile) drive around the Ring of Kerry,
overlooking rugged and verdant coastal landscapes and rural
seaside villages; Blarney, a town in County Cork known for its
famed Blarney Castle, home of the legendary Blarney Stone;
and Kilkenny, a medieval town in southeastern Ireland with its
grand Kilkenny Castle, built in 1195 by Norman occupiers.
Kilkenny is a signature symbol of Ireland’s past, proudly
showcasing many well preserved monasteries and stone
churches including St. Canice’s Cathedral and Round Tower
(one of only two Round Towers that people can climb in
Ireland), offering a unique view over this historic city.
Worship has taken place at this site for over 800 years.
Kilkenny is also known for its public gardens, museums and
performing arts theaters. Craft and design work shops can be
found along its winding lanes, specializing in locally made
pottery, jewelry and paintings. Choose this or any one of CIE
Tours other pre-planned vacation packages or create your own
for a truly memorable Irish experience that will last a life time.
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Old Galway city
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