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1 Educational Tours THE BRITANNIA 12 days Killarney Dublin Belfast Edinburgh Highlands Glasgow

2 THE BRITANNIA INCLUDED ON TOUR Round-trip flights on major carriers; Full-time Tour Director; Comfortable motorcoaches and transportation for included activities; Hotels with private bathrooms; Select meals with a mix of local cuisine; Connect to your travel experiences with weshare, our project-based online educational tool. Guided Sightseeings: Dublin; Belfast; Edinburgh Entrances: Bunratty Castle; Bog Museum (Ring of Kerry); Blarney Castle; St. Patrick's Cathedral; Book of Kells; Gaelic Games; Titanic Belfast; Robert Burns Cottage and Museum; Edinburgh Castle; Stirling Castle; Sheep Dog Demonstration; Loch Ness Visitor's Centre; Boat Cruise, Loch Ness; Glencoe Visitors Centre Overnight Stays: Killarney (2) Dublin (2) Belfast (1) Edinburgh Region (2) Highlands (2) Glasgow (1) Optional excursions; Global travel protection; Beverages and lunches; Transportation to free-time activities; Customary gratuities (for your Tour Director, bus driver and local guide); Porterage; Adult supplement (if applicable); Weekend supplement; Shore excursions on cruises; Any applicable baggage-handing fee imposed by the airlines (see eftours.com/baggage for details); Expenses caused by airline rescheduling, cancellations or delays caused by the airlines, bad weather or events beyond EF s control; Passports, visa and reciprocity fees SIGN UP TODAY eftours.com/enroll

3 YOUR ITINERARY Day 1: Fly Overnight to Ireland Board your overnight flight to Shannon! Day 2: Killarney Arrive in Shannon and Transfer to Killarney via Bunratty Visit Bunratty Castle and Folk Park (time permitting) Built in 1425, Ireland's best-restored medieval castle boasts stunning tapestries and furnishings showcasing the splendor of the medieval era. On the castle's grounds, you can stroll through the Folk Park, an authentic re-creation of a 19th century rural Irish village. Arrive in Killarney Transfer through County Kerry to the Killarney region, gateway to the Iveragh Peninsula. Enjoy the beautiful countryside in an area formed by glacial action following the last Ice Age. Day 3: Killarney Excursion to the Ring of Kerry Experience the mystical beauty of Ireland as you journey the 112 miles around the Iveragh Peninsula, better known as the Ring of Kerry. Encounter magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean, the Lakes of Killarney, and Macgillycuddy's Reeks (the tallest mountains in Ireland) as you traverse one of Europe's most spectacular coastal routes. Visit the Bog Museum Learn more about the formation and farming of the local landscape and its importance to the local way of life as you stop along the Ring of Kerry close to Glenbeigh. The bogs, or peat as they are locally called, still provide one of the central sources of power in the region. The museum is a scaled recreation of an 18th century village, allowing clearer insight into local culture and tradition. Day 4: Killarney Dublin Transfer to Dublin via a Visit to Blarney Castle Today you'll visit Blarney Castle. To reach the legendary stone and to receive the "gift of the gab," you'll have to climb the steps of the castle, lean backward under the parapet wall and kiss the stone upside down. You'll also see the ancient ruins of the Rock of Cashel. Founded by a follower of St. Patrick, the rock was once a stronghold for Brian Boru and other Irish kings. Arrive in Dublin Arrive in literary Dublin, one-time home of James Joyce, George Bernard Shaw, Samuel Beckett, and W. B. Yeats! Dublin is also the setting for Joyce's Ulysses, one of the 20th century's greatest literary works. In recent years Dublin has also developed as one of Europe's busiest entertainment centers. Day 5: Dublin Guided Sightseeing of Dublin Begin your tour of the Irish capital by viewing some of Dublin's celebrated Georgian squares. From here you will visit St. Patrick's Cathedral to see the beautiful interior and pay tribute to the patron saint of Ireland. You will then head past the Post Office, site of the 1916 rebellion, before continuing along the banks of the River Liffey. Continue your visit in Phoenix Park which houses the residence of the President of Ireland. Your tour of Dublin concludes with a visit to the city's renowned Trinity College where playwright Samuel Beckett and satirist Jonathan Swift studied, and where you'll view the Book of Kells. Irish monks create this calligraphic manuscript over 1,000 years ago. Gaelic Games Gaelic music, dance and language have defined what it means to be Irish for millennia-but did you know about the rich (and prehistoric) history of Gaelic games? Unique, rugged and fiercely engaging, the traditional sports of Gaelic football and hurling are yours to play for a half day in Dublin. After a quick lesson behind the history of the games, you and your students will be out on the field wielding hurleys, hitting sliotars and soloing footballs with friends in your travel group. Day 6: Dublin Belfast Transfer to Belfast Travel to Belfast, a city in transition, and learn how it's redefining itself after famously undergoing a period of religious strife in the 1970s and 1980s. Guided Sightseeing of Belfast Your tour of the capital of Northern Ireland allows you to see all of the city's famed landmarks. Starting at Donegall Square, presided over by the white stone city hall, you will also pass Belfast Castle with its huge estate rolling down the slopes of Cave Hill. Later, learn more of recent events and see the `peace-line' - a blockade of iron that divides Protestant and Catholic communities. Visit Titanic Belfast The Titanic Belfast Museum is a "can't miss" visit in any tour of Northern Ireland. It is located in the heart of Belfast, on the slipways where RMS Titanic was built, and offers over nine galleries including special effects, dark rides, full-scale reconstructions and innovative interactive features to explore the Titanic story in a fresh and insightful way. The museum traces the lifespan of the RMS Titanic from her conception in Belfast in the early 1900s, through her construction and launch, and finally to her infamous maiden voyage and catastrophic demise. Day 7: Belfast Edinburgh Region Board a Ferry to Cairnryan Board a ferry which will take you across the North Channel to Cairnryan on the west coast of Scotland. From here you will drive inland towards Edinburgh - capital of Scotland. Transfer to Edinburgh via a Visit to The Robert Burns Cottage and Museum Robert Burns Birthplace Museum offers a truly unique encounter with Scotland's favourite son. Set among 10 acres of the poet's cherished Alloway countryside, the museum comprises the famous Burns Cottage where the poet was born, the historic landmarks where he set his greatest work, the elegant monument and gardens created in his honour and a modern museum housing the world's most important collection of his life and works. Arrive in the Edinburgh Region Travel to Edinburgh and admire the rolling hills and dazzling seascapes that surround the Scottish capital. The entire city is built on a series of extinct volcanoes providing an almost lunar environment complemented by varied and subtle architecture.

4 Day 8: Edinburgh Region Guided Sightseeing of Edinburgh Today, enjoy a sightseeing tour that offers panoramic views of Edinburgh's New Town, constructed in the 18th century during a time of rapid expansion, known as the Scottish Enlightenment. See Charlotte Square, the center of New Town, then pass by the homes of Alexander Graham Bell and Robert Louis Stevenson, and view a monument to Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet. Visit Calton Hill, which offers splendid views of the Firth of Forth to the Lomond Hills of Fife. Pass the Palace of Holyroodhouse, still the Royal Family's official residence in Scotland, and the city's monument to Lord Nelson. Visit to Edinburgh Castle Your guided tour of Edinburgh includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle. Situated atop an extinct volcano, the castle is the enduring symbol of Scotland's capital and home to many of the nation's storied events. Ownership of the fortress changed hands on numerous occasions over the centuries, from Scottish to English and back again. Mary, Queen of Scots, gave birth in the castle to James VI of Scotland, who would later rule England as James I. Enter the castle through the Esplanade and see the Stone of Scone, the coronation stone that was returned to Scotland in 1997 after 700 years of English possession. You'll also see tiny St. Margaret's Chapel, the oldest part of the castle, dating back to the 11th century. Walking Tour of Edinburgh Edinburgh provided the setting for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Stroll through Charlotte Square, pass by the homes of Alexander Graham Bell and Robert Louis Stevenson, and view a monument to Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet. From here, cross to the Royal Mile to learn more about this charming city's history. Day 9: Edinburgh Region West Highlands Transfer to the Highlands via Stirling and the Trossachs Visit Stirling Castle There has been a castle fortification in Stirling for over 800 years and today you have a chance to explore these varied histories and eras. Learn about the turbulent measures imposed by many English invaders as well as the combined efforts of British forces in 19th and 20th century wars overseas. See the William Wallace Monument Long before he was portrayed by Mel Gibson in Braveheart, William Wallace was a Scottish national hero. Snap a photo in remembrance of the legendary Scotsman. Sheep Dog Demonstration Lassie, the most famous collie in fiction, returned home to Yorkshire all the way from the northern coast of Scotland. On your excursion to a farm in the Scottish countryside, meet collies, witness a sheep dog demonstration, see how sheep are sheared and feed the lambs. Arrive in the West Highlands Arrive in the West Highlands, a sparsely populated region noted for its mountain ranges which include the highest mountain in the British Isles, Ben Nevis.. Day 10: West Highlands Excursion to Loch Ness Visit the Loch Ness Centre Learn more about the legendary Loch Ness monster at the official centre where you will see a full-scale replica of Nessie. This audio-visual exhibit with educate you on the myths, sightings and history surrounding Loch Ness. Loch Ness Cruise Enjoy a cruise around this deep, mysterious lake, as you await an appearance by Nessie herself. Day 11: West Highlands Glasgow Transfer to Glasgow via a Visit to the Glencoe Visitor's Centre Visit Glencoe, site of the notorious 1692 massacre of the MacDonald clan. Here, the fusion of natural beauty and historical preservation offer some of the most magnificent views in Scotland. Arrive in Glasgow Continue on to Glasgow, Scotland's largest city. Taking its name from the Celtic for The dear, green place Glasgow has a variety of stunning 19th century architecture and monuments to match its modern city status. Day 12: Depart for Home Transfer to the Airport for Your Return Flight Your Tour Director assists with your transfer to the Glasgow airport, where you'll check in for your return flight home. Itinerary is subject to change For complete financial and registration details, please refer to the Booking Conditions at See the Trossachs and Loch Katrine During your time in the Scottish Highlands today, you will see the beautiful Trossachs Region and the famous Loch Katrine.

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