IRELAND: THE EMERALD ISLE with Dublin & The Cliffs of Moher

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1 Landmark Tours Presents IRELAND: THE EMERALD ISLE with Dublin & The Cliffs of Moher September 29 - October 9, 2019 Unforgettable Travel Experiences

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3 IRELAND: THE EMERALD ISLE with Dublin & The Cliffs of Moher 11 Days TOUR HIGHLIGHTS & INCLUSIONS Air From Most Major U.S. Gateways Dublin City Tour Russborough House Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation Blarney Castle 9 Nights Quality Accommodations Stone of Eloquence 17 Meals: 9 Breakfasts 8 Dinners Ring of Kerry Killarney National Park Professional Tour Manager Cliffs of Moher Luggage Handling at Hotels Galway City Tour Giant s Causeway Itinerary Activity Admissions Belfast City Tour Trip Cost Per Person DOUBLE SINGLE $3,995 $4,595 *Guest Protection Plan: $345 ACCOMMODATIONS Night 1 Overnight Flight Nights 2-3 Night 4 Nights 5-6 Night 7 Nights 8-9 Night 10 Camden Court Hotel - Dublin The Kingsley Hotel - Cork The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens - Killarney Hotel Meyrick - Galway Maldron Hotel - Derry Cabra Castle Hotel - Kingscourt GALWAY Activity Level This tour will maintain a leisurely pace. Tour Guests should expect moderate walking; 1/2 a mile comfortably in 15 minutes. Many old European city streets are uneven and made of cobblestone. There will be many opportunities to rest. CORK

4 IRELAND: THE EMERALD ISLE with Dublin & The Cliffs of Moher September 29 - October 9, 2019 Day 1 Fly to Dublin Climb aboard for our overnight flight across the Atlantic. Enjoy inflight entertainment and meal service as you travel to start your vacation. Meals: In-Flight Day 2 Arrive in Dublin / City Tour After a morning arrival in Dublin, we will board a deluxe motorcoach and begin our journey. Join a local guide who will show us around town. Dublin is one of the liveliest capitals in Europe, but there are plenty of historical places also. Then check into our hotel where the afternoon is at your leisure to rest or enjoy Dublin. Use your two-day Hop On, Hop Off pass to explore the city. Join fellow travelers for a traditional Irish dinner. Meals: D Day 4 Dualla House / Waterford Crystal We ll visit Dualla House this morning. Watch a sheepdog demonstration and then enjoy tea and scones at the grand Georgian Farmhouse. Next we ll visit Waterford, home of the famous hand-cut crystal. Upon arrival, tour the House of Waterford Crystal to learn about glass blowing and cutting, and see unique masterpieces. After our visit we ll travel west to Cork, set on the River Lee, for dinner and an overnight stay. Meals: B, D Blarney Castle Dublin Day 3 Russborough House / Free Afternoon This morning we ll take a guided tour around the stately Russborough House, a Palladian mansion filled with interesting treasures as well as noted works of art and early photographic collections. This afternoon, enjoy Dublin on your own. There are plenty of shops along Nassau Street and the pedestrianized Grafton Street or Henry Street. Perhaps you ll want to explore Temple Bar or visit some of the traditional pubs. Tonight, enjoy a dinner of Irish specialties followed by a lively show of traditional Irish music, songs, and displays of step dancing. Meals: B, D Day 5 Cork City Tour / Blarney Castle Today we ll embark on a panoramic tour to see the main areas of Cork. Cork is built on many hills with many steeply sloping streets. Visit the English Market where there is a wide variety of goods. Then drive a few miles outside of Cork to climb the battlements of Blarney Castle and kiss the famous Stone of Eloquence or take a walk through the stunning grounds for a look at the castle. We ll also visit the Blarney Woollen Mills, which have a wide range of Irish products, before heading west into the mountainous country of County Kerry. Here we ll explore the Ring of Kerry. See miles of marvelous scenery consisting of the highest peaks in Ireland and a coastline scattered with golden beaches and rocky headlands. We ll enjoy plenty of stops to view the scenery and take photos. We ll check into our hotel and freshen up before dinner tonight. Meals: B, D

5 Day 6 Jaunting Car Ride / Dingle Peninsula An old-fashioned horse drawn jaunting car will bring us through Killarney National Park, which is closed to motorized vehicles. Next, we ll drive out along the Dingle Peninsula. This scenic road winds along portions of the shoreline and through hilly country. We ll enjoy spectacular views of mountains and coast, with new vistas opening up at every turn in the road. We ll return to Killarney for a free evening. Meals: B Day 9 Derry Tour / Giant s Causeway This morning enjoy a walking tour of central Derry. We ll see the 17th century city walls, which are some of the best-preserved in Europe, and the main central square. Also pass St. Columb s Cathedral, the Tower Museum, and Guildhall. Next, we ll stop just outside of Portrush for photos of Dunluce Castle. This structure sits on basalt rock jutting out over the sea, reached by a wooden walkway. During the 16th century it was home to the MacQuillans, and later the MacDonnells. We ll continue north to explore the Giant s Causeway, huge hexagonal columns formed over 60 million years ago. The rocks have given rise to many legends, especially involving Finn McCool. After our visit, return to Derry for dinner at the hotel. Meals: B, D Killarney Falls Day 7 Cliffs of Moher / Galway Walking Tour We ll depart Killarney and travel north to Tarbert. Take a 20-minute ferry ride across the River Shannon estuary and along the coastline to take in the beauty of the Cliffs of Moher. This iconic cliff rises to a height of almost 700 feet above the ocean and stretches five miles along the coast. We ll pass through the Burren, an area of rocky limestone hills where many unique flowers thrive. This region also contains many dolmens, prehistoric monuments formed by large limestone slabs. We ll continue north to Galway and embark on a walking tour of the city. See the medieval city walls, Lynch s Castle, and the narrow streets. Then, we ll check into our hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: B, D Dunluce Castle Day 10 Belfast Sightseeing / Titanic Belfast After enjoying a traditional Irish breakfast, we ll travel to Belfast and embark on a tour of the city. We ll see the Albert Memorial and the ornate Victorian buildings of the Opera House and the Crown Liquor Saloon. In Donegall Square view the imposing City Hall, completed in The richly decorated interior contains stained glass portraying Belfast s principal industries. In the Titanic Quarter, we ll visit Titanic Belfast. Learn about the life of the Titanic, from her conception in Belfast to her tragic end. After our visit, we ll drive to Kingscourt and check into our castle hotel. Meals: B, D Cliffs of Moher Day 8 Donegal Castle / Belleek Pottery This morning, depart Galway and travel north to Drumcliffe Churchyard so you can see the grave of one of Ireland s most influential poets, W.B. Yeats. Follow the Atlantic shoreline of Donegal Bay to Belleek, where we ll visit Belleek Pottery. See how skilled craftspeople form clay to produce delicate porcelain masterpieces. Next, we ll stop at Donegal Castle, which incorporates the gabled tower of a 15th century house built by the O Donnell family. Partially restored, the castle reflects a long and turbulent history. We ll continue to Derry, check into our hotel, and enjoy dinner together. Meals: B, D Donegall Square Day 11 Travel Home Sadly, our journey through Ireland must come to an end. We ll travel to Dublin Airport where our flight home awaits. We head home today with the satisfaction of a memorable adventure to Ireland. Meals: B

6 HOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE To reserve your space on our inclusive Ireland: The Emerald Isle tour, please complete the following steps: A) Call Landmark Tours to check availability: ( ) B) Complete the included Reservation Form Each traveler must complete and sign a separate form C) Mail the Reservation Form with your deposit to the address listed on the Reservation Form PAYMENT SCHEDULE $300 Deposit + Optional $345 Guest Protection Plan Due at Time of Reservation Final Payment 90 Days Prior to Departure *Tour Deposit and optional Guest Protection Plan are FULLY REFUNDABLE until Final Payment Date. GUEST PROTECTION PLAN Our Industry-Leading Guest Protection Plan is an excellent value and consists of a Cancellation Fee Waiver administered by Landmark Tours and Post Departure Insurance Benefits administered by Travel Insured International. Cancellation Fee Waiver Trip Cancellation: With the purchase of the Landmark Tours Guest Protection, you may cancel for a medical reason and receive a full refund of tour payments as long as we are notified one day before your tour departs. Trip Interruption If you must leave the tour early due to personal illness, or the death of a family member, you will receive a refund of any unused portions of the package. Handling of return air transportation is included if tickets were provided by Landmark Tours as a part of the package. Post Departure Insurance Benefits Emergency Medical Evacuation Non-Medical Evacuation Accident & Sickness Medical Expense Baggage/Personal Effects Baggage Delay 24 Hours Trip Delay $250,000 $150,000 $50,000 $1,500 $400 $500 The $345 Guest Protection Plan must be purchased with initial trip deposit and is non-transferable. Refund & Cancellation Policy All tour deposits and tour payments are fully refundable before the Final Payment Date. If you choose not to purchase the Guest Protection Plan, the following per person Cancellation Policy will apply. Prior to Final Pay Date Full Refund Final Pay to 31 Days Before Trip 70% of trip cost refunded 30 to 15 Days Before Trip 60% of trip cost refunded 14 to 1 Day Before Trip 50% of trip cost refunded Day of departure or early departure from trip 0% of trip cost refunded Exclusions Landmark Tours reserves the right to alter its Refund and Cancellation Policy when a significant amount of cancellation or interruption of travel are due to conditions caused by an act of God, civil disorder, government action, outbreak of disease man made or natural disasters, fire, war, unavailability of services or transportation through no fault of Landmark Tours. Should such a rare exclusion ever be made, those passengers who purchased the Guest Protection Plan will be issued credit valid for use on any Landmark Tours package that departs within one year of original tour registration. Terms & Conditions: Included Hotels, Accommodations, Restaurants, & Attractions: Landmark Tours, Inc. acts only as an agent for third parties providing services for a tour. Landmark Tours is not liable for any injury, damage, loss or accident, delay or irregularity, or failure to carry such arrangement as mentioned. Landmark Tours, Inc. clearly stipulates that they are not liable for losses due to sickness, weather, strikes, theft or criminal acts, terrorism, government actions, war, or acts of God. Airline Services & Responsibility: All airfare included in a Landmark Tours package or purchased by Landmark Tours is subject to the Terms & Conditions of each individual airline. By reserving airfare through Landmark Tours, each tour guests understands that Landmark Tours is acting as an agent and is not liable for injury, accident, death, sickness, damage or loss of property, flight delay, cancellation or extra expenses related to an airline carrier. All airline carriers are independent contractors and are not affiliated with Landmark Tours, even if Landmark Tours has purchased or arranged the airfare. The passenger contract used by the air carriers is the only contract between airlines and tour guest. Landmark Tours, Inc. reserves the right to substitute accommodations or services, if deemed necessary for the well-being of passengers, without penalty to Landmark Tours, Inc. Payment of tour cost shall constitute consent to all provisions in these Terms and Conditions and is binding on all travel participants.

7 2019 TOUR RESERVATION FORM Ireland: The Emerald Isle (call for availability before sending) ( ) Tour Date: Departure Airport: Check box if booking Without Air package Accommodations: Double Single Name of Roommate: *A separate reservation form and signature is required for each person traveling. Duplicate form below Name: PRINT FULL NAME (EXACTLY AS IT APPEARS ON GOVERNMENT ISSUED PASSPORT) Nickname: Address: City: State: Zip: Gender: Male Female Birthdate: (mm/dd/yyyy) Home Phone: Cell Phone: Emergency Contact: Phone: Relation: Passport Number: Expiration Date (mm/dd/yyyy) Indicate any health concerns, food allergies, or mobility issues that your Tour Manager should be aware of: Traveler #2 (if applicable): Name: PRINT FULL NAME (EXACTLY AS IT APPEARS ON GOVERNMENT ISSUED PASSPORT) Nickname: Address: (Leave address blank if address is the same as traveling companion) City: State: Zip: Gender: Male Female Birthdate: (mm/dd/yyyy) Home Phone: Cell Phone: Emergency Contact: Phone: Relation: Passport Number: Expiration Date (mm/dd/yyyy) Indicate any health concerns, food allergies, or mobility issues that your Tour Manager should be aware of: Payment $300 + = Tour Deposit per person Guest Protection Plan *Cost for GPP is $345 per person Total Amount Enclosed Pay by Check: Make checks payable to: Landmark Tours, Inc. Mail reservation form with deposit to: Landmark Tours 4001 Stinson Blvd Suite 430 Minneapolis, MN Pay by Credit Card: Call Landmark Tours to Process Payment by Credit Card (or ) I have read the Landmark Tours catalog/brochure and I agree to and accept its Terms & Conditions, Refund and Cancellation Policy, and Exclusions. Signature of Person Traveling: Signature of Person Traveling #2: Date: Date:

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