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Off the Beaten Path Tour: Donegal, Downings & The North October 13 - 22, 2023 $3,195 Per Person, Double Occupancy from Chicago

The geographic isolation of County Donegal from the rest of the Republic has led to the people of Donegal maintaining a distinct cultural identity, leading to the slogan, “Up here it’s different.”

Day by Day Itinerary

Fri., Oct. 13 – CHICAGO / DUBLIN (I)

Today we depart Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport on the non-stop flight to Dublin.

Sat., Oct. 14 – DUBLIN / DONEGAL (D)

After landing at Dublin Airport our Driver/Guide will welcome us to Ireland. Leaving the airport we’ll journey into the Irish countryside, stopping along the way at the ruins of the Creevelea Friary in County Leitrim. Founded in 1508, the remains of this exten-sive friary include the church, the cloister and domestic buildings. Next, we’ll journey to the town of Sligo, a vibrant coastal town known for its literary and musical heritage, and closely associated with W.B. Yeats’s poetry, prose, and drama. We’ll have time for a pint at Hargadon’s Pub, before heading north for a stop at Drumcliffe, at the foot of Benbulben, to view the final resting place of Yeats. Afterward we’ll head out for Donegal Town in County Donegal, where joHn’s family roots run deep. We’ll have dinner at The Abbey Hotel, perfectly located on “The Diamond,” the heart of Donegal Town, and our home for the first three nights in Ireland.

Sun., Oct. 15 – DONEGAL (B)

Today we explore the wildest part of the Wild Atlantic Way, as we take in some of the raw beauty of County Donegal, including the astounding panorama of the Slieve League Cliffs, which are three times the height of the better known Cliffs of Moher. Words fail to capture the majesty and sheer height of the cliffs, which are the tallest sea cliffs in Europe. This might be a good day to pack a lunch to hike and explore a bit further along the cliffs. This evening we’ll be treated to music from joHn and Chris at The Reel Inn, perhaps with Brian O’Sullivan.

Mon., Oct. 16 – DONEGAL (B)

After breakfast today we’ll embark on a drive through the Blue Stack Mountains. The scenery is magnificent, with mountains, valleys, streams and waterfalls cascading down toward the Wild Atlantic. This afternoon we’ll soak up more beautiful scenery on a Donegal Harbor cruise that travels around the seven Green Islands. Voted the “coolest place on the planet” by National Geographic, there is only one place to really soak up what Donegal Town has to offer, and that’s by boat!

Tues., Oct. 17 – DONEGAL / DOWNINGS (B,D)

This morning we’ll say goodbye to Donegal Town and head north to Downings. We’ll stop at Grianan of Aileach, a hilltop stone fort dating from 1700 BC, where we’ll enjoy breathtaking views of three counties and the rugged Donegal coastline. Depending on time and weather, we’ll enjoy a leisurely drive up to Downings, choosing the route that suits best - there are no bad options! Tonight we will enjoy a relaxing dinner at Downings Bay Hotel, our home for the next three nights.

Wed., Oct. 18 – DOWNINGS (B,L)

After breakfast this morning, we’ll set out to visit Glenveagh National Park, the second largest National Park in Ireland, home to Glenveagh Castle grounds, Lough Veagh, and much of the Derryveagh Mountains. “Where the mountains arise to the oft-changing skies, And the Castle stands stately and grey; Where the calm lake lies still ‘neath that wild rugged hill, In the valley of lovely Glenveagh…” ~ Herbert W.K. Sterritt. Tonight, it’s back to the local pub for a mighty music session.

Thur., Oct. 19 – DOWNINGS (B)

Today is free to explore and find your own adventures, creating memories to last a lifetime. There are so many things to do in Downings: horseback riding; fishing; hiking; golf; kayaking; cycling… or just relax and enjoy music at one of the local pubs. Weather dependent, and for those interested, we’ll arrange a lovely cruise featuring music and more breath-taking scenery. “Adieu to you dark Donegal, my dear old native land, in dreams I always see your hills, your towering mountains grand…” ~ Michael McGinley

Fri., Oct. 20 – DOWNINGS / BELFAST (B,D)

We bid adieu to Downings, County Donegal and the Republic of Ireland today and head into Northern Ireland. Our first stop is the city of Derry where we’ll have a walking tour of the Derry Walls with our guide, Ruairi O’hEara. Then it’s off to County Antrim where we’ll visit the Giant’s Causeway, a mass of 40,000 hexagonal basalt columns formed over 60 million years ago. Then we’ll continue along the coastal drive to Belfast via the famous Green Glens of Antrim. This evening we enjoy a group dinner at our hotel, Europa Belfast, our home for the last two nights in Ireland.

Sat., Oct. 21 – BELFAST (B)

After breakfast we’ll set off on our guided city tour; we’ll see the raw side of Belfast city and its colorful, often tragic, history, as we make our way up the Falls Road and down the Shankhill, the main Catholic and Protestant areas that were home to the bloody battle grounds. We’ll also visit Crumlin Road Gaol to discover over 150 years of history in Northern Ireland’s only remaining Victorian era prison. Then we’ll head to Titanic Belfast, a fascinating and moving interactive experience. Explore the shipyard, walk the decks, travel to the depths of the ocean and uncover the true legend of Titanic in the city where it all began. Tonight is our last night before leaving the Emerald Isle, so we’ll be sure to enjoy music and more craic before settling in for the night.

Sun., Oct. 22 – BELFAST / DUBLIN / CHICAGO (B,I)

All too soon our Off the Beaten Path tour comes to an end. This morning we make our way to Dublin Airport in plenty of time to check in for our non-stop flight to Chicago.

* * * Welcome Home * * *

Meal Codes

I = In-flight meals B = Breakfast D = Dinner

The Vacation Price Includes:

• Economy-class air transportation by scheduled airline service

• Transportation by deluxe private motor coach with accompanying Driver/Guide

• First class hotel accommodations

• Irish breakfast each morning at the hotels, and meals as shown in the Day by Day Itinerary

• Sightseeing as detailed in the Day by Day Itinerary including applicable entrance fees

• Luggage handling for one suitcase per person at the hotels

• Taxes for included ground services and airline fuel surcharge and taxes

The Vacation Price Does Not Include: Items of a personal nature such as passport fees and destination entry requirements; luggage handling at airports; gratuities to the Driver/Guide and Tour Guide(s); meals other than those stated above; and Travel Protection.

TOUR CONDITIONS

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