Trafalgar Europe & Britain

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP Twin 1 LONDON – STONEHENGE – BATH – CARDIFF tour. Stroll through the Old Town and view Start End Twin Start End Share Experience first-hand what's \"great\" about Arthur's Seat and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, London London Share London London Great Britain on this mesmerising sojourn past for centuries the seat of the kings and queens of the peaks of Wales and the rolling hills and lush the Scots. Visit Edinburgh Castle perched atop MO15 APR SA 20 APR 1525 MO07 OCT SA 12 OCT 1525 farmlands of England to “bonnie” Scotland. We Castle Rock overlooking the city. Spend the rest MO22 APR SA 27 APR 1525 MO14 OCT SA 19 OCT 1525 kick-start our adventure in the cosmopolitan of the day exploring Auld Reekie's medieval relics MO29 APR SA 04 MAY 1525 capital of London, heading west to and elegant Georgian and Gothic façades on Stonehenge's stone monoliths, whose your own, or join your Travel Director on an MO06 MAY SA 11 MAY 1525 ■ MO04 NOV SA 09 NOV 1250 centuries-old myths have yet to be fully Optional Experience to visit the Royal Yacht MO13 MAY SA 18 MAY 1525 ■ MO11 NOV SA 16 NOV 1250 revealed. The elegant Georgian architecture of Britannia. This evening, consider attending a MO20 MAY SA 25 MAY 1525 ■ MO18 NOV SA 23 NOV 1250 Bath takes centre stage during our visit to this lively Scottish banquet with traditional haggis MO27 MAY SA 01 JUN 1525 ■ MO25 NOV SA 30 NOV 1250 famous spa town. Here, we'll see the Abbey and and bagpipes. (FB) visit the Roman baths, before crossing the MO03 JUN SA 08 JUN 1525 ■ MO02 DEC SA 07 DEC 1250 Severn Estuary to Cardiff. Delve into the proud 5 EDINBURGH – HADRIAN’S WALL – YORK MO10 JUN SA 15 JUN 1525 ■ MO09 DEC SA 14 DEC 1250 culture and heritage of the Welsh as you Trace the northern frontier of the Roman Empire MO17 JUN SA 22 JUN 1525 ■ MO16 DEC SA 21 DEC 1250 embark on an orientation of the city to see the at Hadrian's Wall before crossing the River Tyne MO24 JUN SA 29 JUN 1525 ★■ MO23 DEC SA 28 DEC 1395 Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle, in the and venturing south to the ancient cathedral city ◆★■ SA 28 DEC TH 02 JAN 1695 heart of the city. Tonight, we celebrate the of York, whose origins hark back to Roman times. MO01 JUL SA 06 JUL 1550 2020 beginning of an epic adventure through Britain Walk along the famous Shambles and view the MO08 JUL SA 13 JUL 1550 ■ MO06 JAN SA 11 JAN 1250 at a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Jurys Inn York Minster, one of the greatest cathedrals in MO15 JUL SA 20 JUL 1550 ■ MO13 JAN SA 18 JAN 1250 the world. This evening we 'Connect With Locals', MO22 JUL SA 27 JUL 1550 ■ MO20 JAN SA 25 JAN 1250 2 CARDIFF – LUDLOW – LIVERPOOL The joining a family in York for a home-cooked Be My MO29 JUL SA 03 AUG 1625 ■ MO27 JAN SA 01 FEB 1250 half-timbered Tudor houses of Ludlow feature Guest Farewell Dinner and some hearty British today on our exploration of this market town hospitality. (FB, FD, ) Hotel: Novotel Centre ● MO05 AUG SA 10 AUG 1825 ■ MO03 FEB SA 08 FEB 1250 with its medieval walls and historic castle. We ● MO12 AUG SA 17 AUG 1825 ■ MO10 FEB SA 15 FEB 1250 journey north through the Shropshire Hills and 6 YORK – STRATFORD-UPON-AVON – ● MO19 AUG SA 24 AUG 1825 ■ MO17 FEB SA 22 FEB 1250 Cheshire landscapes to the bold British city of LONDON Delve into the fascinating story of 1695 ■ MO24 FEB SA 29 FEB 1250 Liverpool, hometown of the 'Fab Four'. Saunter Shakespeare's life at his Birthplace and Visitor MO26 AUG SA 31 AUG through its edgy Scouse streets and perhaps Centre in Stratford-upon-Avon, and view Anne visit The Cavern Club where The Beatles once Hathaway's thatched cottage. We return to MO02 SEP SA 07 SEP 1550 ■ MO02 MAR SA 07 MAR 1250 played on your evening at leisure. (FB) London this evening where our memorable MO09 SEP SA 14 SEP 1550 ■ MO09 MAR SA 14 MAR 1250 Hotel: Mercure Atlantic Tower encounter with Britain's icons comes to MO16 SEP SA 21 SEP 1550 ■ MO16 MAR SA 21 MAR 1250 an end. (FB) MO23 SEP SA 28 SEP 1550 ■ MO23 MAR SA 28 MAR 1250 3 LIVERPOOL – LAKE DISTRICT – GRETNA MO30 SEP SA 05 OCT 1525 GREEN – EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS) The TripMORE ABOUT YOUR enchanting views of Britain's Lake District Single Supplement (add to price above): US$380 p.p. provide a scenic backdrop for our leisurely drive * All pric es are per person, twin share. US$260 p.p. north to Scotland. Skirt the romantic shores of Your London Hotel: Hilton Kensington Exceptions 04 Nov 19 to 23 Dec 19: US$490 p.p. Lake Windermere and enjoy views that inspired For rates and full details please see page 255. This 28 Dec 19: US$260 p.p. literary greats like William Wordsworth. We stop trip departs from our London Reception Centre or at the runaway wedding capital that is Gretna the above hotel providing that you have reserved 06 Jan 20 to 23 Mar 20: Green where \"Blacksmith Priests\" would marry your accommodation at this hotel through Trafalgar. couples over the Marriage Anvil. Later, we arrive London Airport Transfers: Transfers are available 3 Edinburgh Tattoo 2-24 August 2019: We've inc luded GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND in enchanting Edinburgh – our home for the next to purchase. Conditions apply. See page 258 Tattoo tickets when you're in Edinburgh during two nights. If your visit coincides with the for details. these dates. See Edinburgh Military Tattoo panel for Edinburgh Festival, enjoy rousing performances Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel further details. at the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo in the Director and Driver, US$57 per person. city's striking castle grounds. (FB) 4 Autumn, Winter, Spring (WIBT): Departures marked Hotel: Leonardo Royal Haymarket TRIP CODE: BIBT in the price panel are subject to change in price, discount and hotel. Prices and discounts will be 4 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME confirmed in May 2019. Ramble up the Royal Mile in the mesmerising medieval city of Edinburgh, where you'll join a 1 Festive Celebrations: Christmas and New Year Local Specialist on an included city sightseeing Celebrations have been arranged for these departures. Join us in Britain to celebrate the Festive Season. 7 Hogmanay: Marked departure will c elebrate Hogmanay in Edinburgh. Young traveller discount: SAVE US$140 TaEDINBURGH MILITARY 2 – 24 AUGUST 2019 EARLY BIRD Triple room discount: SAVINGS SAVE US$10 p.p. One of the most spectacular annual events is the Edinburgh Tattoo. It is simply not to be missed. Military bands from all over the world take to the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle to play rousing SAVE Past guests: tunes culminating in the haunting bugle call of the Last Post. The Tattoo is run for charitable US$183 p.p. Unlock VIP benefits causes and has donated over £5 million to military and civilian charities and organisations. Trafalgar includes tickets and arrangements for our guests for every trip in this brochure TRIP Highlights that stays in Edinburgh during the Tattoo dates above. Here’s just a sample of the many special WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories your trip. FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals CONNECT WITH LOCALS Enjoy a traditional British Be My Guest supper hosted by a local family in the dining room of either their elegant town house in the city or in their impressive country house overlooking picturesque scenery in the Vale of York. (Day 5) 101

BEST OF DEVON AND CORNWALL 6 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 8 MEALS | FROM US$1475pp* THE RIVER VALLEYS OF ROMANTIC DEVON AND CORNWALL TAKE CENTRE STAGE ON THIS JOURNEY PAST BATH, RURAL WILTSHIRE, AND THE RUINED TINTAGEL CASTLE WHERE, LEGEND HAS IT, KING ARTHUR WAS BORN. ENGLAND THE Icons BRISTOL LONDON ORIENTATION of Bristol, Bath, 2 Windsor Dunster, Lynmouth, Plymouth, Exeter Lacock and Salisbury ▼ Lynmouth▼ Bath ▼ VISIT Royal Windsor, the Roman Baths BIDEFORD 1 Longleat Stonehenge in Bath, Longleat House in Warminster, ▼ Lacock village, the ancient seaport of ▼ Dunster Salisbury Bideford, the artists' colony of St. Ives, ▼EXETER the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge ▼ and John Constables Salisbury Tintagel 2 VIEW Windsor Castle, the ‘Capability' St. Ives Brown landscaped parkland at Longleat, Plymouth Tintagel Castle in Cornwall, the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth and St. Michaelʼs St. Michael's Mount Mount Cornwall START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 102

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 LONDON – WINDSOR – BATH – BRISTOL 5 CORNISH EXCURSION INCLUDING Start End Twin Start End Twin (2 NIGHTS) Leave the bright lights of the PLYMOUTH, ST. IVES AND DARTMOOR London London Share London London Share NATIONAL PARK Our journey continues along British capital behind and journey through the dramatic coastline of Cornwall today, past FR 12 APR WE 17 APR 1495 FR 12 JUL WE 17 JUL 1525 lush landscapes to the historic market town smugglers' coves and quaint coastal villages. FR 19 APR WE 24 APR 1495 FR 19 JUL WE 24 JUL 1525 of Windsor, enjoying free time to visit the We stop in the maritime city of Plymouth and FR 26 APR WE 01 MAY 1495 FR 26 JUL WE 31 JUL 1525 view the Mayflower Steps, from which brave elegant 11th-century castle. Journeying west, pilgrims are said to have left English shores for FR 03 MAY WE 08 MAY 1495 FR 02 AUG WE 07 AUG 1525 we arrive in the stately Georgian town of Bath, an unknown new world. Next, we travel to FR 10 MAY WE 15 MAY 1495 FR 09 AUG WE 14 AUG 1525 whose beautiful Pulteney Bridge and lovely St. Ives, a popular retreat for artists, FR 17 MAY WE 22 MAY 1495 FR 16 AUG WE 21 AUG 1525 15th-century Gothic Abbey provide a before enjoying views of St. Michael's Mount FR 24 MAY WE 29 MAY 1495 FR 23 AUG WE 28 AUG 1525 with its 17th-century castle, sitting dramatically FR 31 MAY WE 05 JUN 1525 FR 30 AUG WE 04 SEP 1525 atop the tidal island near the seaside town of picturesque backdrop for the Roman Baths Penzance. We travel through the brooding FR 07 JUN WE 12 JUN 1525 FR 06 SEP WE 11 SEP 1525 from which the city takes its name. See the landscape of Dartmoor National Park, stopping FR 14 JUN WE 19 JUN 1525 FR 13 SEP WE 18 SEP 1525 steamy thermal pool of the 'Great Bath' at a traditional pub for a memorable Farewell FR 21 JUN WE 26 JUN 1525 FR 20 SEP WE 25 SEP 1495 before travelling to easy-going Bristol, where Dinner with our travel companions. (FB, FD) FR 28 JUN WE 03 JUL 1525 FR 27 SEP WE 02 OCT 1475 we'll enjoy an orientation of the city including views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge and FR 05 JUL WE 10 JUL 1525 FR 04 OCT WE 09 OCT 1475 Brunel's SS Great Britain, the world's first Single Supplement (add to price above): US$260 p.p. ocean-going luxury liner. (WR) Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn City Centre 2 LONGLEAT STATELY HOME AND LACOCK 6 EXETER – STONEHENGE – SALISBURY – Young traveller discount: EXCURSION Leaving trendy Bristol behind, LONDON This morning, visit the ancient SAVE US$150 monoliths at Stonehenge, which rise we embark on a scenic drive through the imposingly on Salisbury Plain, imagining a Triple room discount: English countryside, arriving at Longleat SAVE US$10 p.p. Stately Home where we'll 'Dive Into Culture' time when pagans and druids would gather in EARLY BIRD their mysterious midst. We'll visit the town of SAVINGS Past guests: and gain insights into centuries of British Salisbury, home to Britain's tallest spire, Unlock VIP benefits tradition. Embark on an included guided tour SAVE of one of the country's finest stately homes, before returning to London where our US$153 p.p. memorable journey through Devon and currently home to the 7th Marquess of Bath. Cornwall comes to an end. (FB) Wander through its grand rooms featuring priceless collections of art, antiques and TripMORE ABOUT YOUR tapestries collected by 15 generations and admire the exquisite ‘Capability' Brown landscaped parkland. Later, we stop in the TRIP Highlights picturesque village of Lacock – its honey- * All prices are per person, twin share. coloured stone cottages and 15th-century inns Here’s just a sample of the many special have served as a iconic backdrop for such Your London Hotel: Hilton Kensington handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in famous films as 'Pride & Prejudice' and 'Harry For rates and full details please see page 255. This your trip. GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND Potter', among others. (FB,  ) trip departs from our London Reception Centre or the above hotel providing that you have reserved CONNECT WITH LOCALS 3 BRISTOL – DUNSTER – EXMOOR NATIONAL your accommodation at this hotel through Trafalgar. PARK – LYNMOUTH – BIDEFORD Take a step London Airport Transfers: Transfers are available Join the Kempthorne family for a Be My Guest back in time to the medieval village of to purchase. Conditions apply. See page 258 lunch and tales of farming heritage at their Dunster with its picturesque thatched for details. homely Cornish farmstead which has been in cottages, 17th-century yarn market and Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel their family since the early 18th-century. (Day 4) Working Watermill, built on the site of a mill Director and Driver, US$57 per person. mentioned in the Domesday Survey of 1086. DIVE INTO CULTURE Driving through the dramatic landscapes of TRIP CODE: BDEV Enjoy a guided tour of Longleat House, the seat Exmoor National Park, we stop in Lynmouth of the Marquesses of Bath and one of the finest for some time at leisure and perhaps a ride on stately homes open to the public. (Day 2) the famous funicular cliff lift to nearby Lynton. Our home for this evening is the historic port town of Bideford with its imposing 15th- century bridge which spans the Torridge River. (FB) Hotel: Durrant House 4 BIDEFORD – TINTAGEL – EXETER MAKE A DIFFERENCE (2 NIGHTS) Tales of knights and medieval myths and legends take centre stage today as The Churches Conservation Trust welcome you we enjoy views of the ruined Tintagel Castle, to enjoy a moving evening performance of choral reputedly the birthplace of King Arthur. We music at St. Martin's Church in Exeter. Discover how 'Connect With Locals', joining the your visit supports church conservation. (Day 4) Kempthorne family for a light Cornish Be My Guest lunch and tales of farming heritage at their homely Cornish farmstead, which has been in their family since the early 18th TRAFALGAR Tip century. As the day draws to its close, we sit in quiet contemplation with the sounds of When in Cornwall, be sure to try the choral music filling the historic St. Martin's Cornish pasties, originally popularised Church, as part of the 'Make A Difference' by the tin miners as a convenient lunch, initiative to support The Churches and still very popular today. Conservation Trust. Spend the rest of the Ed Dischler, Travel Director evening exploring the medieval centre of Exeter. (FB, L,  ) Hotel: Mercure Southgate WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 103 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

AMAZING BRITAIN 8 DAYS | 3 COUNTRIES | 11 MEALS | FROM US$1895pp* RUGGED LANDSCAPES AND ANCIENT KINGDOMS – THE HERITAGE OF SCOTLAND AND ENGLAND REVEALED ON THIS JAUNT PAST MEDIEVAL CITIES, SHIMMERING LOCHS AND RUGGED HIGHLAND CLIFFS. SCOTLAND Spean 1 SCOTTISH Bridge HIGHLANDS Glencoe ▼Pitlochry ▼ Loch St. Andrews Lomond GLASGOW 1 2 EDINBURGH ▼ Jedburgh THE Icons Gretna Green Hadrianʼs CITY TOUR in Edinburgh Wall ORIENTATION of York, Durham, Durham Glasgow, Bristol and Bath Lake District VISIT Shakespeare's Birthplace in YORK 1 1 LIVERPOOL Stratford-upon-Avon, Edinburgh Castle, a Whisky Distillery, Gretna Green, Wye ENGLAND ▼ Valley, the Roman Baths in Bath and the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge ▼ Stratford-upon-Avon VIEW Anne Hathaway's thatched WALES cottage, York Minster, Hadrians' Wall, Tintern 1 BRISTOL Jedburgh Abbey and Tintern Abbey Bath ▼ LONDON SEE the 18th green on the Old Course at Stonehenge St. Andrews, Blair Castle and the Lake District START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END British Post Box 104

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 LONDON – STRATFORD-UPON-AVON – Jacobite Uprising, and travel to the “bonnie” Start End Twin Start End Twin YORK Indulge your love of theatre and poetry banks of Scotland's prettiest loch, Loch London London Share London London Share this morning as we travel to romantic Lomond. We arrive in Glasgow this evening Stratford-upon-Avon, made famous by its where our orientation will take us past St. SA 06 APR SA 13 APR 1895 SA 20 JUL SA 27 JUL 2025 favourite son, William Shakespeare, whose Mungo's Cathedral and George Square, lined SA 13 APR SA 20 APR 1895 MO 22 JUL MO 29 JUL 2050 extraordinary works have been admired by with statues and monuments dedicated to SA 20 APR SA 27 APR 1895 u SA 27 JUL SA 03 AUG 2050 audiences for over 500 years. View Anne famous British subjects, including Robert SA 27 APR SA 04 MAY 1895 Hathaway's thatched cottage and visit Burns and Sir Robert Peel. (FB) l SA 03 AUG SA 10 AUG 2250 Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitor Centre for Hotel: MacDonald Crutherland House SA 04 MAY SA 11 MAY 1895 l MO 05 AUG MO 12 AUG 2250 insights into the life of the 'Bard of Avon', before SA 11 MAY SA 18 MAY 1895 l SA 10 AUG SA 17 AUG 2250 exploring the charming cobblestone streets of 6 GLASGOW – GRETNA GREEN – LAKE MO 13 MAY MO 20 MAY 1925 l SA 17 AUG SA 24 AUG 2250 his hometown. Carry on to the ancient DISTRICT – LIVERPOOL Today's first stop is in SA 18 MAY SA 25 MAY 1925 l MO 19 AUG MO 26 AUG 2250 cathedral city of York where we will enjoy an the runaway wedding capital of Gretna Green u SA 25 MAY SA 01 JUN 1925 u SA 24 AUG SA 31 AUG 2125 orientation walk to view its ancient city walls, where eloping couples would make their vows MO 27 MAY MO 03 JUN 1975 2025 picturesque Shambles and magnificent over the Marriage Anvil. Returning to England, SA 31 AUG SA 07 SEP 800-year-old Minster. Join your Travel Director we 'Connect With Locals', joining Farmer John and fellow travel companions this evening for a and his wife Christine for a Be My Guest lunch in SA 01 JUN SA 08 JUN 1975 SA 07 SEP SA 14 SEP 1975 memorable Welcome Reception and delicious the company of Highland cows. See beautiful SA 08 JUN SA 15 JUN 1975 MO 09 SEP MO 16 SEP 1975 local pub fare. (WR) Hotel: Holiday Inn Lake District landscapes and skirt the romantic MO 10 JUN MO 17 JUN 2025 SA 14 SEP SA 21 SEP 1975 shores of Lake Windermere, the largest lake in u SA 15 JUN SA 22 JUN 2025 SA 21 SEP SA 28 SEP 1975 2 YORK – DURHAM – EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS) England, arriving in edgy Liverpool of 'Fab Four' SA 22 JUN SA 29 JUN 2025 MO 23 SEP MO 30 SEP 1975 We venture north to the medieval riverside fame for an evening at leisure. (FB, L,  ) MO 24 JUN MO 01 JUL 2025 SA 28 SEP SA 05 OCT 1925 town of Durham, whose exquisite 11th-century Hotel: Mercure Atlantic Tower u SA 29 JUN SA 06 JUL 2025 Durham Cathedral sits imposingly alongside SA 05 OCT SA 12 OCT 1895 Durham Castle watching over the charming 7 LIVERPOOL – WYE VALLEY – BRISTOL SA 06 JUL SA 13 JUL 2025 SA 12 OCT SA 19 OCT 1895 medieval streets below. We cross what was Traverse the pretty Welsh countryside this MO 08 JUL MO 15 JUL 2025 SA 19 OCT SA 26 OCT 1895 once the northern frontier of the Roman morning and stop in an area of outstanding u SA 13 JUL SA 20 JUL 2025 Empire, Hadrian's Wall, before enjoying a scenic natural beauty – the Wye Valley, with its drive through the breathtaking landscapes of characteristic limestone gorge scenery and Single Supplement (add to price above): US$460 p.p. Northumberland National Park. Admire dense woodlands. View the spectacular ruins spectacular views of the windswept Cheviot of the world-famous Cistercian abbey in 3 Edinburgh Tattoo 2-24 August 2019: We've included Hills as you cross the Scottish border, stopping Tintern before arriving in Bristol to see the Tattoo tickets when you're in Edinburgh during to admire the 12th-century ruins of Jedburgh Clifton Suspension Bridge and SS Great these dates. See page 101 for further details. Abbey en route to alluring Edinburgh. (FB) Britain, the world's first ocean-going luxury Hotel: Leonardo Royal Haymarket/ liner. As the curtain comes down on a 7 Departures marked may stay outside of York. All Holiday Inn memorable journey through England and sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described. Scotland, we enjoy a memorable Farewell 3 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Dinner in a local restaurant with our Travel EARLY BIRD Young traveller discount: GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND Fall in love with the enchanting city of Director and newfound friends. (FB, FD) SAVINGS SAVE US$200 Edinburgh as you join a Local Specialist to Hotel: Mercure Holland House discover what lies behind its medieval façades. SAVE Multiple trip discount: Ramble up the Royal Mile and enjoy astounding 8 BRISTOL – BATH – STONEHENGE – US$225 p.p. SAVE up to US$56 views of the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the LONDON Journeying back to London, we visit Scottish Parliament. Visit Edinburgh Castle the UNESCO-listed city of Bath to admire its Triple room discount: perched atop Castle Rock overlooking the city. elegant Georgian façades and the Roman baths SAVE US$10 p.p. Spend some free time this afternoon strolling from which the city takes its name. Emerging through Edinburgh and admiring medieval from the Salisbury Plain, the imposing Past guests: relics. During the Edinburgh Festival, your visit monoliths of Stonehenge are our final stop Unlock VIP benefits includes tickets to see the rousing before continuing through the lush Wiltshire performances at the spectacular Edinburgh and Hampshire landscapes to London, where TRIP Highlights Tattoo on the castle grounds. (FB) our amazing holiday comes to an end. (FB) TripMORE ABOUT YOUR Here’s just a sample of the many special 4 EDINBURGH – ST. ANDREWS – PITLOCHRY handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in – SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Cross the Firth of * All prices are per person, twin share. your trip. Forth to the ancient Kingdom of Fife and Your London Hotel: Hilton Kensington St. Andrews. This famous golf course is For rates and full details please see page 255. This CONNECT WITH LOCALS renowned for its 18th hole and 800-year-old trip departs from our London Reception Centre or Swilcan Bridge. We continue our journey into the above hotel providing that you have reserved Meet Farmer John and his wife Christine and the dramatic Scottish Highlands, where we'll your accommodation at this hotel through Trafalgar. enjoy a few hours of Cumbria farm-life with a 'Dive Into Culture' at a whisky distillery and London Airport Transfers: Transfers are available traditional Be My Guest cream tea and some sample a wee dram. Visit picture-perfect to purchase. Conditions apply. See page 258 Highland cow company thrown in for good Pitlochry, on the edge of the Ben-Y-Vrackie and for details. measure. (Day 6) Cairngorms National Park, before arriving at Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel your hotel in the Scottish Highlands where Director and Driver, US$77 per person. DIVE INTO CULTURE you'll dine tonight. (FB, D,  ) Hotel: Highlander TRIP CODE: BHIL Warm your heart with a little Scottish whisky at a traditional distillery in the Scottish 5 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS – SPEAN BRIDGE – Highlands. (Day 4) GLENCOE – LOCH LOMOND – GLASGOW The arresting natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands provides a stunning backdrop for today's leisurely drive to Glasgow. View the World War II Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge and admire views of Britain's highest mountain – Ben Nevis. See Glencoe, the site of a bloody massacre in 1692 following the WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 105 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

CASTLES AND KILTS 10 DAYS | 3 COUNTRIES | 13 MEALS | FROM US$2750pp* SEE HARRY POTTER'S LONDON, STAY IN A CASTLE AND BECOME A ROMAN SOLDIER AT HADRIAN'S WALL. TOUR OXFORD, SEE THE BIRTHPLACE OF THE BEATLES AND HEAR TALES OF BRAVERY, TREASON AND INTRIGUE. EDINBURGH 2 SCOTLAND ▼ ▼ ▼Hadrianʼs Wall ▼ Lake District THE Icons 1 LANCASTER CITY TOUR in London and Edinburgh ORIENTATION of Oxford, Bath Llangollen Liverpool and Liverpool Tatton Park 2 VISIT the Tower of London, Divinity School RUTHIN CASTLE in Oxford, Lacock village, the Roman Baths of Bath, Llangollen, Tatton Park to meet the ENGLAND butler and housekeeper, the Lake District, the Roman Army Museum, Hadrian's Wall WALES Oxford and Edinburgh Castle 1 Lacock 3 BATH LONDON VIEW the scenic Lake District COLOUR IN MAP Tower Bridge, London START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 106

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP End Twin ARRIVE LONDON (3 NIGHTS) Delight in the Liverpool's iconic sites, including the Start End Twin Start Edinburgh Share magic and mystery of an ancient land of kings Cathedral and Mathew Street, birthplace of London Edinburgh Share London 1 TH 30 MAY SA 08 JUN 2750 and queens, knights and magical creatures. the Beatles. We return to our regal home- l TH 01 AUG SA 10 AUG 2925 Your springboard to an unforgettable Family away-from-home this afternoon for free time TH 13 JUN SA 22 JUN 2750 l TH 08 AUG SA 17 AUG 2925 Experience through Britain is the lively capital to relax. (FB) TH 20 JUN SA 29 JUN 2750 of London, which you will have an TH 27 JUN SA 06 JUL 2750 TH 29 AUG SA 07 SEP 2750 TH 19 SEP SA 28 SEP 2750 opportunity to explore with your clan before RUTHIN CASTLE – TATTON PARK – TH 04 JUL SA 13 JUL 2750 meeting your Travel Director and fellow 7 LANCASTER Discover centuries of history at travellers for a memorable Kick-Off bash. (KP) Single Supplement (add to price above): US$680 p.p. Hotel: Crowne Plaza Kings Cross Tatton Park, set within a 400-hectare deer Exceptions 01 Aug 19 to 29 Aug 19: US$700 p.p. park. We'll join the butler and housekeeper of this elegant medieval manor house and 'Dive LONDON SIGHTSEEING March down the Into Culture', gaining insights into the 3 Edinburgh Tattoo 2-24 August 2019: We've included 2 grand boulevards and secret lanes of London, day-to-day of English aristocrats once upon a Tattoo tickets when you're in Edinburgh during these dates. See page 101 for further details. exploring the city's iconic sights with a Local time. We continue north to the Lake District, Specialist. Practice your royal wave at Buckingham Palace, snap a selfie in front of whose enchanting landscapes have inspired poets and writers for centuries. Consider Big Ben and see where Britain's royalty has boarding a steam train and cruise across the Young traveller discount: been crowned since the 11th century. Head to SAVE US$270 platform 9¾ to see if you can catch a glimpse tranquil waters of Lake Windermere before arriving at your hotel, where you'll dine Triple room discount: of the Hogwarts Express. Then shrug off your tonight. (FB, D,  ) Hotel: Lancaster House SAVE US$280 p.p. Muggle mantle and see the red telephone box where Harry Potter and Mr. Weasley descend Quad room discount: into the secret Ministry of Magic in 'Order of 8 LANCASTER – HADRIAN’S WALL – EARLY BIRD SAVE up to US$420 p.p. the Phoenix'. Admire the pomp and ceremony EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS) Experience life as a SAVINGS of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham brave Roman soldier on Emperor Hadrian's Multiple trip discount: Palace (subject to the event taking place), northern frontier, exploring the treasures of SAVE SAVE up to US$73 before enjoying free time for a leisurely lunch the Roman Army Museum and Hadrian's Wall. US$293 p.p. at St. Katherine's Dock near Tower Bridge. We cross into Bonnie Scotland and arrive Past guests: Our last stop today is the brooding Tower of in the charismatic capital of Edinburgh. Unlock VIP benefits London where we'll rub shoulders with the During the Edinburgh Festival, tickets to the Beefeaters and see the Crown Jewels. (FB) Edinburgh Tattoo in the spectacular castle grounds are included. (FB) Hotel: Holiday Inn/Marriott LONDON FREE DAY Soak up the buzzing 3 multicultural atmosphere of London on this EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME TRIP Highlights Delve into the magic of Edinburgh's iconic full day at leisure. Delve into the dark depths 9 of the London Dungeon or take a spin on the London Eye. Wander through the colourful sights as you join a sightseeing tour with a GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND Local Specialist. Ramble up the Royal Mile array of toys at Hamleys on Regent Street or and see the tall spires of the Scott Monument, Here’s just a sample of the many special take a day trip to 11th-century Windsor Castle handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in – the choice is yours. (FB) visit Edinburgh Castle, where you will hear your trip. tales of bravery, treason and intrigue. Get lost in Auld Reekie, strolling through its secret FAMILY FUN LONDON – OXFORD – LACOCK – BATH lanes and past medieval façades or join your 4 Imagine yourself as an Oxford scholar as you Travel Director for an Optional Experience. Visit Harry Potter highlights such as Platform 9¾, the red telephone box gateway to the enjoy a quick visit (as long as students are not Our epic family adventure is almost at its end. Ministry of Magic and Harry Potter's house in sitting exams) to the imposing historic hall of Lacock. (Days 2 & 4 ) Oxford's Divinity School at the Bodleian Celebrate a memorable holiday with new Experience life as a brave Roman soldier on friends and your Travel Director at a Emperor Hadrian's northern frontier, exploring Library. Later, we continue to the pretty Farewell Dinner. (FB, FD) the treasures of the Roman Army Museum and Wiltshire village of Lacock to see Harry Hadrian's Wall. (Day 8) Potter's house. Maybe devour a traditional afternoon tea and cake in one of the local tea 10 DEPART EDINBURGH It's time to say bye for STAYS WITH STORIES rooms before arriving in Bath for your now, but not goodbye forever, as the curtain overnight stay. (FB) Hotel: Hilton City falls on an unforgettable Family Experience Stay in the 13th-century Ruthin Castle in North through Britain. Transfers are available to Wales with its original moat and acres of Edinburgh Airport. Conditions apply. (FB) parkland. (Day 5) BATH – LLANGOLLEN – RUTHIN CASTLE 5 (2 NIGHTS) Gain insights into the elegant city TripMORE ABOUT YOUR DIVE INTO CULTURE of Bath during Roman times, enjoying an Enjoy a butler and housekeeper tour at the orientation that will include beautiful stately 18th-century National Trust property, Pulteney bridge. Visit the Roman Baths, then Tatton Park Mansion house. (Day 7) visit the Pump Room and view the 15th- century Bath Abbey before crossing the * All prices are per person, twin share. border into Wales. We stop in the historic town of Llangollen, and then cross the Shared Rooming: Room Share is not available on Horseshoe Pass to a medieval castle and one this trip. Single rooms are not available unless of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories'. Dine like travelling as part of a family group. lords and ladies this evening enjoying a London Airport Transfers: Transfers are available delicious Welsh dinner with your new travel to purchase. Conditions apply. See page 258 friends. (FB, D,  ) Hotel: Ruthin Castle for details. 6 EXCURSION TO LIVERPOOL Twist and shout Airport transfers: Transfers on the last travel day your way through Liverpool, home of the 'Fab will arrive at Edinburgh Airport at 7am and 9am. Four', enjoying a full day to explore this Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel fun-filled city. Discover treasures from across Director and Driver, US$92 per person. the world at the World Museum and consider joining an Optional Experience past TRIP CODE: FCAS KP Kick-Off Party L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 107 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

BEST OF BRITAIN 11 DAYS | 3 COUNTRIES | 16 MEALS | FROM US$2575pp* TRAVEL TO THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS, EXPLORING RUGGED DARTMOOR, THE IDYLLIC LAKE DISTRICT AND TUDOR CHESTER. TAKE A FERRY TO THE ISLE OF SKYE AND CONTEMPLATE BATTLES FOUGHT ON CULLODEN. Isle of Skye Culloden ▼ FERRY ▼2 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Pitlochry Mallaig Fort William ▼ THE Icons Glencoe CITY TOUR in Liverpool and SCOTLAND St. Andrews Edinburgh 2 EDINBURGH 1 ORIENTATION of Bath, Plymouth, GLASGOW Cardiff, Chester, Glasgow and York Alnwick VISIT the ancient stone circle at ▼Lake Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, ▼ District Polperro, Buckfast Abbey, Glastonbury Abbey, the town of Ludlow, the Isle ▼ YORK 1 of Skye, Culloden, Edinburgh Castle, Alnwick and Shakespeare's Birthplace in 1 LIVERPOOL ▼ Stratford-upon-Avon Chester WALES VIEW Eilean Donan Castle, Alnwick ▼ Castle used as Hogwarts in the Harry Ludlow ENGLAND Potter films, York Minster and Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage Stratford-upon-Avon SEE Dartmoor, the Lake District, CARDIFF Ben Nevis and Glencoe in the Scottish 1 Bath Highlands, the Isle of Skye and the Glastonbury 18th green at St. Andrews LONDON Roman Baths, Bath Buckfast Stonehenge Abbey EXETER Dartmoor 2 Polperro Plymouth START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 108

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 LONDON – STONEHENGE – BATH – EXETER 7 ISLE OF SKYE, CULLODEN AND SCENIC Start End Twin Start End Twin (2 NIGHTS) Rural Wiltshire provides a HIGHLAND EXCURSION We travel to the London London Share London London Share stunning backdrop for our drive to coast this morning, boarding a ferry over the SA 30 MAR TU 09 APR 2575 SA 13 JUL TU 23 JUL 2675 SA 20 JUL TU 30 JUL 2675 Stonehenge, which we'll explore before sea to the Isle of Skye, with a stop at Kyleakin. SA 06 APR TU 16 APR 2575 l SA 27 JUL TU 06 AUG 2925 travelling to UNESCO-listed Bath. Our home Later, we cross the road bridge to view scenic SA 13 APR TU 23 APR 2575 l WE 31 JUL SA 10 AUG 2925 SA 20 APR TU 30 APR 2575 for the next two nights is Exeter, where we will Eilean Donan Castle on the mainland. Travel SA 27 APR TU 07 MAY 2575 l SA 03 AUG TU 13 AUG 2925 enjoy a memorable Welcome Reception. (WR) through the Scottish Highlands passing l WE 07 AUG SA 17 AUG 2925 Hotel: Mercure Southgate Culloden battlefield on your return to your l SA 10 AUG TU 20 AUG 2925 Highland hotel. (FB, D) SA 04 MAY TU 14 MAY 2575 l WE 14 AUG SA 24 AUG 2925 SA 11 MAY TU 21 MAY 2575 l SA 17 AUG TU 27 AUG 2925 2 EXETER – EXCURSION TO PLYMOUTH, 8 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS – PITLOCHRY – WE 15 MAY SA 25 MAY 2625 2695 POLPERRO, DARTMOOR AND BUCKFAST ST. ANDREWS – EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS) SA 18 MAY TU 28 MAY 2625 SA 24 AUG TU 03 SEP 2695 ABBEY Our first stop today is in Plymouth, SA 25 MAY TU 04 JUN 2625 WE 28 AUG SA 07 SEP 2695 WE 29 MAY SA 08 JUN 2625 SA 31 AUG TU 10 SEP where we'll delve into the history of the brave We stop in Pitlochry before heading to St. SA 01 JUN TU 11 JUN 2625 WE 04 SEP SA 14 SEP 2695 Pilgrim Fathers who set sail for an unknown Andrews. See its famous 18th hole before SA 08 JUN TU 18 JUN 2625 SA 07 SEP TU 17 SEP 2675 New World. See the Royal Citadel overlooking crossing the Firth of Forth to Edinburgh. WE 12 JUN SA 22 JUN 2625 WE 11 SEP SA 21 SEP 2625 Plymouth Sound and consider an optional During the Edinburgh Festival, enjoy rousing SA 15 JUN TU 25 JUN 2625 SA 14 SEP TU 24 SEP 2625 cruise. We take a step back in time at our next performances with included tickets for the SA 22 JUN TU 02 JUL 2625 WE 18 SEP SA 28 SEP 2625 stop – the artists' retreat of Polperro. Edinburgh Tattoo. (FB) Hotel: Leonardo WE 26 JUN SA 06 JUL 2625 SA 21 SEP TU 01 OCT 2595 Continuing along the brooding moorland of Royal Haymarket/Holiday Inn SA 29 JUN TU 09 JUL 2625 SA 28 SEP TU 08 OCT 2575 Dartmoor, we arrive at Buckfast Abbey where SA 06 JUL TU 16 JUL 2625 SA 05 OCT TU 15 OCT 2575 we'll 'Dive Into Culture' and gain insights into WE 10 JUL SA 20 JUL 2675 SA 12 OCT TU 22 OCT 2575 how Benedictine monks have lived and EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME prayed for over 1,000 years. (FB,  ) 9 Ramble up the Royal Mile today and see the Single Supplement (add to price above): US$560 p.p. city's iconic sights. The elegant Palace of Exceptions 27 Jul 19 to 17 Aug 19: US$600 p.p. Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament EXETER – GLASTONBURY – CARDIFF Enjoy a feature on our sightseeing tour with a Local 3 scenic drive and visit the ruined Glastonbury Specialist. Visit Edinburgh Castle perched 3 Edinburgh Tattoo 2-24 August 2019: We've included Tattoo tickets when you're in Edinburgh during Abbey. Later, 'Connect With Locals', joining the atop Castle Rock overlooking the city. these dates. See page 101 for further details. Dyer family on their 15th-century dairy farm in Consider an Optional Experience this evening, Somerset for a Be My Guest lunch. Our final stop including traditional song, dance and today is Cardiff, the capital of Wales, where we'll Scottish fare. (FB) enjoy an orientation tour before a free evening. Young traveller discount: (FB, L,  ) Hotel: Park Inn City Centre SAVE US$260 10 EDINBURGH – ALNWICK – YORK We travel to CARDIFF – LUDLOW – CHESTER – the medieval market town of Alnwick this Multiple trip discount: LIVERPOOL We explore Tudor history in morning where we'll see the impressive castle SAVE up to US$73 4 home to the Duke of Northumberland and the EARLY BIRD SAVINGS Triple room discount: Ludlow and Chester this morning, enjoying Tenantry Column. Then it's on to SAVE US$10 p.p. GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND views of Chester's medieval city walls and red Northumberland and York, where we will SAVE sandstone Cathedral. Join a Local Specialist enjoy an orientation walk past its cobblestone US$293 p.p. Past guests: later in Liverpool to gain insight into the city's Shambles and see the Minster with its 'heart Unlock VIP benefits Beatles' history. (FB) Hotel: Jurys Inn of Yorkshire'. We enjoy a final Farewell Dinner together to bring our memorable journey to a close. (FB, FD) Hotel: Novotel Centre 5 LIVERPOOL – LAKE DISTRICT – GLASGOW We travel along the shores of Lake Windermere TRIP Highlights through countryside made famous by the poet YORK – STRATFORD-UPON-AVON – William Wordsworth. Stop in Gretna Green, 11 LONDON Shakespeare's legacy and life are Here’s just a sample of the many special where many an eloping couple has tied the handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in knot. We arrive in Glasgow later for an celebrated during our visit to Stratford-upon- your trip. Avon. Later, we travel back to London where orientation tour, including views of the our amazing holiday comes to an end. (FB) CONNECT WITH LOCALS Cathedral, George Square and the River Clyde. Warm Scottish hospitality and hearty flavours Enjoy a Be My Guest lunch with the Dyer family are ours to enjoy during a Regional Meal in a TripMORE ABOUT YOUR on their 15th-century dairy farm in Somerset local restaurant. (FB, RM) Hotel: Crowne complete with home-made ice-cream. (Day 3) Plaza/Holiday Inn City Centre Theatreland STAYS WITH STORIES 6 GLASGOW – GLENCOE – FORT WILLIAM * All prices are per person, twin share. – SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS (2 NIGHTS) Enjoy Highland hospitality at Laggan Gaskmore Journey along Loch Lomond, whose bonnie Your London Hotel: Park Plaza Riverbank Hotel located within Cairngorm National Park in banks were immortalised in the well-known For rates and full details please see page 255. This the Scottish Highlands. (Day 6) Scottish song. We arrive in Glencoe and trip departs from our London Reception Centre or remember the 1692 massacre that led this the above hotel providing that you have reserved DIVE INTO CULTURE place to be called the 'Glen of the Weeping'. your accommodation at this hotel through Trafalgar. At the World War II Commando Memorial London Airport Transfers: Transfers available Visit Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery near Fort William, admire views of Britain's to purchase. Conditions apply. See page 258 built on the site where monks have lived and highest mountain Ben Nevis. Tonight we stay for details. prayed for over 1,000 years. (Day 2) at one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' – Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Laggan Gaskmore Hotel, located in the Director and Driver, US$105 per person. Scottish Highlands. (FB, D,  ) Hotel: Laggan Gaskmore/Carrbridge TRIP CODE: BBOB WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 109 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

BRITAIN AND IRELAND HIGHLIGHTS 8 DAYS | 5 COUNTRIES | 10 MEALS | FROM US$2050pp* START YOUR TALE OF TWO ISLANDS IN LONDON, EXPLORING SUCH CITIES AS EDINBURGH, GLASGOW, BELFAST, DUBLIN AND CARDIFF, AS WELL AS THE SCENIC YORKSHIRE DALES AND RUGGED AYRSHIRE COAST. SCOTLAND GLASGOW 2 THE Icons Edinburgh CITY TOUR in Edinburgh, Belfast ▼ and Dublin N. IRELAND FERRY Gretna Green ORIENTATION of York, Glasgow, Belfast Lake District Cardiff and Bath ▼ HARROGATE 1 York VISIT Shakespeare's Birthplace ▼ IRELAND 2 ▼ in Stratford-upon-Avon, Edinburgh Castle, Gretna Green, the Irish National DUBLIN WALES Stud farm and Japanese Garden, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, the Kildare ENGLAND Roman Baths in Bath and the ancient ▼ stone circle at Stonehenge Stratford-upon-Avon Kilkenny VIEW York Minster, Glasgow Cathedral WATERFORD 1 Rosslare and George Square and Kilkenny Castle and Gardens FERRY ▼ CARDIFF 1 SEE the Principality Stadium in Cardiff Pembroke Bath Lake District Stonehenge LONDON START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 110

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 LONDON – STRATFORD-UPON-AVON – Ireland, before spending the rest of the day Start End Twin Start End Twin YORK – HARROGATE Delve into centuries of exploring the sights alone. Ramble through London London Share London London Share Temple Bar or Grafton Street, famous for its history today – tales of star-crossed lovers, colourful street performers. This evening, SA 30 MAR SA 06 APR 2050 SA 20 JUL SA 27 JUL 2095 consider joining an Optional Experience to a MO 22 JUL MO 29 JUL 2095 tragic kings and Roman emperors are brought rousing Irish cabaret performance. (FB) SA 06 APR SA 13 APR 2050 SA 27 JUL SA 03 AUG 2095 to life as we arrive in Stratford-upon-Avon SA 13 APR SA 20 APR 2050 MO 29 JUL MO 05 AUG 2095 SA 20 APR SA 27 APR 2050 today and follow in the footsteps of SA 27 APR SA 04 MAY 2050 SA 03 AUG SA 10 AUG 2095 Shakespeare. Visit his Birthplace and the MO 29 APR MO 06 MAY 2075 MO 05 AUG MO 12 AUG 2095 Visitor Centre, before embarking on a scenic SA 10 AUG SA 17 AUG 2095 drive north to the Viking city of York, where 6 DUBLIN – KILDARE – KILKENNY – SA 04 MAY SA 11 MAY 2075 MO 12 AUG MO 19 AUG 2095 we'll enjoy an orientation walk around its WATERFORD We 'Dive Into Culture' this MO 06 MAY MO 13 MAY 2075 SA 17 AUG SA 24 AUG 2095 morning and gain insights into rearing SA 11 MAY SA 18 MAY 2075 MO 19 AUG MO 26 AUG 2095 historic streets. View the cobbled Shambles, world-class thoroughbreds at the Irish MO 13 MAY MO 20 MAY 2075 SA 24 AUG SA 31 AUG 2095 see the ancient city walls and the magnificent SA 18 MAY SA 25 MAY 2075 MO 26 AUG MO 02 SEP 2125 York Minster. This evening, we indulge in National Stud Farm established in 1946. Enjoy MO 20 MAY MO 27 MAY 2075 SA 31 AUG SA 07 SEP 2125 a guided walk through the farm and take SA 25 MAY SA 01 JUN 2075 traditional pub grub at a Welcome Reception some time to stroll through its tranquil MO 27 MAY MO 03 JUN 2075 in the Victorian spa town of Harrogate, our MO 02 SEP MO 09 SEP 2125 home for tonight. (WR) Hotel: Crowne Plaza Japanese Gardens, regarded as the best in TU 03 SEP TU 10 SEP 2125 Europe. Admire the imposing medieval castle SA 01 JUN SA 08 JUN 2075 SA 07 SEP SA 14 SEP 2125 at Kilkenny before some free time for lunch. MO 03 JUN MO 10 JUN 2075 MO 09 SEP MO 16 SEP 2125 HARROGATE – LAKE DISTRICT – GRETNA Our next stop sees us 'Dive Into Culture' yet SA 08 JUN SA 15 JUN 2075 TU 10 SEP TU 17 SEP 2125 2 GREEN – GLASGOW (2 NIGHTS) We journey again to witness the delicate craft of MO 10 JUN MO 17 JUN 2075 SA 14 SEP SA 21 SEP 2125 SA 15 JUN SA 22 JUN 2075 MO 16 SEP MO 23 SEP 2125 through the Yorkshire Dales National Park to Waterford Crystal. We'll watch master MO 17 JUN MO 24 JUN 2095 TU 17 SEP TU 24 SEP 2125 the beautiful Lake District, which has inspired craftsmen at work during a tour of the SA 22 JUN SA 29 JUN 2095 SA 21 SEP SA 28 SEP 2125 poets and writers for centuries. A highlight on workshop and see the exquisitely crafted MO 24 JUN MO 01 JUL 2095 MO 23 SEP MO 30 SEP 2125 our journey is England's pretty Lake pieces in the showroom. (FB,  ) SA 29 JUN SA 06 JUL 2095 TU 24 SEP TU 01 OCT 2075 SA 28 SEP SA 05 OCT 2075 Windermere, which we'll pass as we continue Hotel: Marina/Fitzwilton MO 01 JUL MO 08 JUL 2095 through countryside made famous by the TU 02 JUL TU 09 JUL 2095 poet William Wordsworth. We'll cross the SA 06 JUL SA 13 JUL 2095 SA 05 OCT SA 12 OCT 2075 border to the runaway wedding capital of 7 WATERFORD – CARDIFF An early start to the MO 08 JUL MO 15 JUL 2095 TU 08 OCT TU 15 OCT 2075 Gretna Green. Here eloping couples would tie day sees us cross the Irish Sea to Wales by SA 13 JUL SA 20 JUL 2095 SA 12 OCT SA 19 OCT 2050 ferry and continue our journey to the Welsh MO 15 JUL MO 22 JUL 2095 SA 19 OCT SA 26 OCT 2050 the knot over the Marriage Anvil. We drive SA 26 OCT SA 02 NOV 2050 through the Southern Uplands to vibrant capital of Cardiff to view the Millennium Single Supplement (add to price above): US$400 p.p. Centre, National Assembly and historic Cardiff Glasgow. Tonight, consider joining an Castle, at the heart of the city. This evening, Optional Experience to Braveheart Country for a fabulous dinner and Scottish we 'Connect With Locals' in the idyllic Welsh countryside, joining a local family for a entertainment. (FB) Hotel: Park Inn by Farewell Be My Guest Dinner. (FB, FD,  ) Young traveller discount: Radisson City Centre SAVE US$200 Hotel: Park Inn City Centre Multiple trip discount: 3 EDINBURGH EXCURSION From the cultural 8 CARDIFF – BATH – STONEHENGE – LONDON EARLY BIRD SAVE up to US$53 GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND capital of Glasgow to beguiling Edinburgh, Traversing the Severn Estuary into England, SAVINGS with its exquisite medieval façades, our Triple room discount: encounter with Scotland will see us join a we arrive in the glorious UNESCO-listed Bath, SAVE SAVE US$10 p.p. with its elegant Georgian façades and US$213 p.p. Local Specialist for a memorable sightseeing world-famous Roman Baths from which the Past guests: tour. We'll visit Edinburgh Castle, perched Unlock VIP benefits atop Castle Rock overlooking the city, and see city derives its name. Journey across the scenic landscapes of Wiltshire, paying a visit the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace of to the mysterious monolithic stone circle at Holyroodhouse and the new Scottish Parliament. Admire the elegant Georgian Stonehenge, then return to London where your memorable holiday in Britain and Ireland architecture in the New Town and amble comes to an end. (FB) TRIP Highlights through the secret lanes of Auld Reekie before returning to Glasgow this evening. Enjoy TripMORE ABOUT YOUR Here’s just a sample of the many special views of Glasgow Cathedral and George handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in Square before a delicious meal at a local your trip. restaurant. (FB, RM) * All prices are per person, twin share. CONNECT WITH LOCALS 4 GLASGOW – BELFAST – DUBLIN (2 NIGHTS) Follow the rugged Ayrshire coast, past the Your London Hotel: Park Plaza Riverbank Enjoy a hearty Welsh Be My Guest dinner with a island of Ailsa Craig, the stepping stone from For rates and full details please see page 275. This farming family and their animals in the beautiful Ireland to Scotland. Board the ferry to trip departs from our London Reception Centre or award-winning vineyards of Wales. (Day 7) Northern Ireland, then join a Local Specialist the above hotel providing that you have reserved to explore the crossroads of British and Irish your accommodation at this hotel through Trafalgar. DIVE INTO CULTURE culture in Belfast. We'll view City Hall, Queen's London Airport Transfers: Transfers are available University and the dock where the Titanic was to purchase. Conditions apply. See page 258 Admire Ireland's finest thoroughbreds at the Irish built. This evening, we arrive in the vibrant for details. National Stud Farm. (Day 6) capital of Ireland where we'll spend the next Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Learn how delicate Irish crystal is crafted at the two nights. (FB) Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Director and Driver, US$77 per person. House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop Custom House/Clayton Leopardstown tour. (Day 6) TRIP CODE: BBIH TripALTERNATIVE 5 DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Gain insights into the centuries-old tradition of Check out our similar 'Britain and Ireland Delight' Guinness brewing and enjoy a Storehouse trip. With fewer inclusions on our Costsaver itineraries, tour and tasting technique demonstration. you decide what you want to experience. Visit Drive through the pretty streets of Dublin with costsavertour.com a Local Specialist to admire the stately Georgian Squares, Trinity College and 111 St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the tallest church in WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

WONDERS OF BRITAIN AND IRELAND 12 DAYS | 4 COUNTRIES | 16 MEALS | FROM US$2895pp* TRAVEL THROUGH ENGLAND, SCOTLAND, IRELAND AND WALES TO WRITE YOUR OWN STORY THAT WILL FEATURE A BLARNEY STONE KISS, A SWIG OF GUINNESS AND ROMANCE REDISCOVERED IN THE LAKE DISTRICT. SCOTLAND THE Icons EDINBURGH 2 CITY TOUR in Dublin and Edinburgh ORIENTATION of Bath, Cardiff, ▼ Alnwick ▼ Chester, York and Oxford Gretna Green VISIT the ancient stone circle at Lake Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, District the Waterford Crystal Showroom, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone, the Rock of IRELAND DUBLIN FERRY 1 YORK Cashel, Gretna Green, Edinburgh Castle, 2 Alnwick, Shakespeare's Birthplace in 1 LIVERPOOL Stratford-upon-Avon and one of the Chester famous colleges of Oxford (when open) ▼ VIEW the home to Harry Potter & ▼ Hogwarts' Alnwick Castle, York Minster, ▼ Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage and ▼ Sir Winston Churchill's grave at Bladon ▼ Cashel ENGLAND SEE the Lake District's magnificent scenery WALES SCENIC DRIVE around the Ring of Kerry ▼ Town Crier Ring of 2 1 FERRY 1 STRATFORD-UPON- AVON Kerry WATERFORD Bladon KILLARNEY Blarney 1 Oxford CARDIFF Bath LONDON Stonehenge START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 112

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 LONDON – STONEHENGE – BATH – CARDIFF 9 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Start End Twin Start End Twin Ponder the mysteries of the ancient Join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour, London London Share London London Share monoliths of Stonehenge before driving west including a visit to Edinburgh Castle. See Auld SU 07 APR TH 18 APR 2895 l SU 28 JUL TH 08 AUG 3195 to Bath. Cross the Severn Estuary to Cardiff, Reekie's Royal Mile and the elegant Palace of SU 14 APR TH 25 APR 2895 l TU 30 JUL SA 10 AUG 3195 SU 21 APR TH 02 MAY 2895 then view the Millennium Centre and the Holyroodhouse in the shadow of Arthur's SU 28 APR TH 09 MAY 2925 l SU 04 AUG TH 15 AUG 3195 l TU 06 AUG SA 17 AUG 3195 National Assembly in Cardiff Bay. Later, enjoy Seat, then admire the Georgian façades in SU 05 MAY TH 16 MAY 2925 l SU 11 AUG TH 22 AUG 3195 warm hospitality and traditional Welsh pub Edinburgh's New Town. During the Edinburgh SU 12 MAY TH 23 MAY 2925 l TU 13 AUG SA 24 AUG 3195 fare and drinks at a rousing Welcome Festival, tickets to the performance at the SU 19 MAY TH 30 MAY 2925 2975 Reception. (WR) Hotel: Park Inn City Centre Edinburgh Tattoo are included. (FB) SU 26 MAY TH 06 JUN 2975 SU 18 AUG TH 29 AUG 2975 SU 25 AUG TH 05 SEP 2 CARDIFF – WATERFORD This morning, we 10 EDINBURGH – ALNWICK – YORK We venture SU 02 JUN TH 13 JUN 2975 SU 01 SEP TH 12 SEP 2975 view the Principality Stadium and Cardiff south to the medieval market town of Alnwick, SU 09 JUN TH 20 JUN 2975 TU 03 SEP SA 14 SEP 2975 Castle during our orientation of Cardiff. We with its Tenantry Column. Travel to York where SU 16 JUN TH 27 JUN 2975 SU 08 SEP TH 19 SEP 2975 cross the Irish Sea by ferry and travel to you'll walk through the cobblestone Shambles, SU 23 JUN TH 04 JUL 2975 TU 10 SEP SA 21 SEP 2975 SU 30 JUN TH 11 JUL 2995 SU 15 SEP TH 26 SEP 2975 TU 17 SEP SA 28 SEP 2975 historic Waterford where we'll dine in our and see the medieval walls and the York TU 02 JUL SA 13 JUL 2995 SU 22 SEP TH 03 OCT 2975 hotel tonight. (FB, D) Hotel: Marina/Treacys Minster, one of the greatest cathedrals in the SU 07 JUL TH 18 JUL 2995 TU 24 SEP SA 05 OCT 2895 world. (FB) Hotel: Novotel Centre SU 14 JUL TH 25 JUL 2995 SU 29 SEP TH 10 OCT 2895 SU 21 JUL TH 01 AUG 2995 WATERFORD – BLARNEY – KILLARNEY 3 (2 NIGHTS) 'Dive Into Culture' and watch the 11 YORK – STRATFORD-UPON-AVON We visit Single Supplement (add to price above): US$720 p.p. Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitor Centre master craftsmen of the renowned House of 3 Edinburgh Tattoo 2-24 August 2019: We've included Waterford Crystal. Then, kiss the Blarney Stone in Stratford-upon-Avon to see where the Tattoo tickets when you're in Edinburgh during to acquire the 'gift of the gab' before travelling ‘Avon Bard' was born and raised. View Anne these dates. See page 101 for further details. to the picturesque town of Killarney. This Hathaway's thatched cottage, then enjoy evening, we 'Connect With Locals' at Molly some free time to explore. This evening we Gallivan's 200-year-old cottage, sharing a join our fellow travellers and Travel Director memorable Be My Guest dinner with the for a Farewell Dinner. (FB, FD) Young traveller discount: O'Sullivan family and their Kerry cows. Hotel: Best Western Grosvenor SAVE US$290 (FB, DW,  ,  ) Hotel: Killarney Multiple trip discount: 4 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Today we 12 STRATFORD-UPON-AVON – BLADON – EARLY BIRD SAVE up to US$80 experience the enduring beauty of Ireland's OXFORD – LONDON Journey to the SAVINGS Cotswolds and visit the little churchyard at Triple room discount: most scenic coastal drive. See Daniel Bladon where Sir Winston Churchill is buried. SAVE SAVE US$10 p.p. O'Connell's Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Arriving in Oxford, we'll enjoy an orientation US$320 p.p. Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll's Gap tour of the city to view the Radcliffe Camera Past guests: with its panoramic views. (FB) and the Bodleian Library, and visit one of the Unlock VIP benefits university's famous colleges (when open). We return to London this afternoon and bid a GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND 5 KILLARNEY – CASHEL – DUBLIN fond farewell to our Travel Director and SIGHTSEEING (2 NIGHTS) Visit the Rock of newfound friends at the end of a wonderful Cashel in County Tipperary, the seat of Irish holiday. (FB) kings for centuries. Later, travel to Dublin, TRIP Highlights joining a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour to see Trinity College, St. Patrick's Here’s just a sample of the many special Cathedral and the stately Georgian Squares. TripMORE ABOUT YOUR handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in This evening, consider an Optional Experience your trip. to an Irish cabaret. (FB) Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Custom House/Clayton Leopardstown * All prices are per person, twin share. CONNECT WITH LOCALS 6 DUBLIN FREE TIME Beat the crowds and Your London Hotel: Park Plaza County Hall Tales of potent poitin and rural Ireland are explore the Guinness Brewery for a tour of the For rates and full details please see page 255. This shared over a delicious Be My Guest dinner Storehouse including a tasting technique trip departs from our London Reception Centre or of Irish Stew at Molly Gallivan's 200-year old demonstration. The rest of the day is yours the above hotel providing that you have reserved cottage with the O'Sullivan family and their Kerry to soak up the cosy atmosphere of the your accommodation at this hotel through Trafalgar. cows. (Day 3) Irish capital. (FB) London Airport Transfers: Transfers are available to purchase. Conditions apply. See page 258 DIVE INTO CULTURE 7 DUBLIN – CHESTER – LIVERPOOL Admire for details. the landscapes of Snowdonia National Park Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Learn how delicate Irish crystal is crafted at bound for Chester, with its characteristic Director and Driver, US$115 per person. the House of Waterford Crystal on a workshop Tudor Rows. We arrive later in Liverpool, tour. (Day 3) joining our companions for a tasty Regional TRIP CODE: BIBI Meal at a local restaurant. (FB, RM) ALTERNATIVE Trip Hotel: Jurys Inn Check out our similar 'Britain and Ireland 8 LIVERPOOL – LAKE DISTRICT – GRETNA Experience' trip. With fewer inclusions on our GREEN – EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS) Skirt the Costsaver itineraries, you decide what you want to shores of England's largest lake, Windermere, experience. Visit costsavertour.com as we travel through countryside made famous by poet William Wordsworth. We cross the Scottish border and visit the runaway wedding capital of Gretna Green. This evening, we arrive in Edinburgh. (FB) Hotel: Apex City WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 113 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

BRITAIN AND IRELAND PANORAMA 16 DAYS | 4 COUNTRIES | 22 MEALS | FROM US$3750pp* FROM THE SPIRES OF LONDON, EDINBURGH AND YORK, TO THE WILD, WINDSWEPT LANDSCAPES OF THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS AND IRELAND, EXPLORE ALL THE NOOKS AND CRANNIES OF BRITAIN AND IRELAND. Culloden THE Icons Isle of Skye ▼ CITY TOUR in Edinburgh and Dublin ORIENTATION of York, Glasgow, 2 WALESSCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Chester, Galway, Cork, Cobh, Cardiff, ▼FERRY ▼ Bath and Plymouth ▼Mallaig Pitlochry VISIT Shakespeare's Birthplace in ▼ Glencoe St. Andrews Stratford-upon-Avon, Edinburgh Castle, ▼ EDINBURGH Isle of Skye, Culloden, the Guinness ▼ Loch 2 Storehouse, EPIC - The Irish Emigration Lomond Museum, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, GLASGOW S1COTL▼AND Jedburgh the Roman Baths in Bath, Glastonbury Abbey, the fishing village of Polperro and ▼ Lake the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge ▼ District VIEW Eilean Donan Castle, the IRELAND YORK 1 DUBLIN battlefield of Culloden, Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage, York Minster, Galway 2 FERRY 1 LIVERPOOL Cathedral and the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth Galway Chester SEE the Isle of Skye and the Anglesey Principality Stadium in Cardiff LIMERICK 1 WEXFORD ENGLAND Waterford SCENIC DRIVE around the Ring Stratford-upon-Avon 1 LONDON of Kerry Blarney Rosslare CARDIFF Bath Stonehenge 1 Ring of Stonehenge Kerry 1 Cobh FERRY Pembroke CORK Glastonbury Dartmoor Polperro 2 PLYMOUTH START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 114

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 LONDON – STRATFORD-UPON-AVON – See Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral Start End Twin Start End Twin YORK Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and and the stately Georgian Squares. Enjoy the London London Share London London Share Visitor Centre and see Anne Hathaway's rest of the day at leisure or consider an TH 11 APR FR 26 APR 3750 TH 11 JUL FR 26 JUL 3775 cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon, before Optional Experience at an Irish Cabaret. (FB) TH 18 APR FR 03 MAY 3750 TH 18 JUL FR 02 AUG 3775 continuing to York to see the magnificent York TH 25 APR FR 10 MAY 3750 TH 25 JUL FR 09 AUG 3775 Minster. This evening, we join our Travel 10 DUBLIN – GALWAY – LIMERICK Journey to TH 02 MAY FR 17 MAY 3750 l TH 01 AUG FR 16 AUG 4095 Director and travel companions for a delicious Galway, where you will have an opportunity TH 09 MAY FR 24 MAY 3750 l TH 08 AUG FR 23 AUG 4095 Yorkshire dinner in our hotel. (WR) to view Galway Cathedral and Eyre Square TH 16 MAY FR 31 MAY 3750 l TH 15 AUG FR 30 AUG 4095 Hotel: Novotel Centre before continuing to Limerick. (FB) TH 23 MAY FR 07 JUN 3750 l TH 22 AUG FR 06 SEP 4095 TH 30 MAY FR 14 JUN 3750 3895 TH 29 AUG FR 13 SEP YORK – JEDBURGH – EDINBURGH Hotel: Greenhills/Maldron TH 06 JUN FR 21 JUN 3750 TH 05 SEP FR 20 SEP 3750 (2 NIGHTS) Journey through the TH 13 JUN FR 28 JUN 3750 TH 12 SEP FR 27 SEP 3750 2 LIMERICK – RING OF KERRY – CORK Admire TH 20 JUN FR 05 JUL 3775 TH 19 SEP FR 04 OCT 3750 Ireland's enduring scenic beauty on one of the TH 27 JUN FR 12 JUL 3775 TH 26 SEP FR 11 OCT 3750 Northumberland National Park, via Jedburgh 11 Abbey to Edinburgh. Tickets to see the Edinburgh Tattoo are included during the most beautiful drives in the world, the TH 04 JUL FR 19 JUL 3775 TH 03 OCT FR 18 OCT 3750 spectacular Ring of Kerry. (FB, D) Edinburgh Festival. (FB) Hotel: Leonardo Hotel: Maldron Shandon Single Supplement (add to price above): US$800 p.p. US$900 p.p. Royal Haymarket/Holiday Inn Exceptions 04 Jul 19: US$850 p.p. 01 Aug 19 to 29 Aug 19: CORK – BLARNEY – COBH – WATERFORD 3 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME 12 – WEXFORD We visit Blarney Castle and kiss 3 Edinburgh Tattoo 2-24 August 2019: We've included Join your Local Specialist this morning for a Tattoo tickets when you're in Edinburgh during sightseeing tour through New Town, Princes the famous Blarney Stone, before stopping in these dates. See page 101 for further details. Street and the Royal Mile. Embark on a guided Cobh for a walking tour with a Local Specialist. visit of Edinburgh Castle and consider a This afternoon we 'Dive Into Culture' during a traditional Scottish night out. (FB) visit to the House of Waterford Crystal. (FB,  ) Hotel: Maldron/Treacys Young traveller discount: SAVE US$380 4 EDINBURGH – ST. ANDREWS – PITLOCHRY 13 WEXFORD – CARDIFF We cross the Irish Sea – SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS (2 NIGHTS) Today to Wales and its capital, Cardiff, where we will Multiple trip discount: we travel across the Firth of Forth to St. Andrews see the Principality Stadium and view the SAVE up to US$102 and then Pitlochry. Spend the night at one of Millennium Centre, National Assembly and EARLY BIRD Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' - Laggan Victorian fantasy castle. (FB) Hotel: Clayton SAVINGS Triple room discount: Gaskmore Hotel located within Cairngorms SAVE US$10 p.p. National Park in the Scottish Highlands. SAVE (FB, D,  ) Hotel: Laggan Gaskmore 14 CARDIFF – BATH – GLASTONBURY – US$410 p.p. Past guests: PLYMOUTH (2 NIGHTS) Cross the Severn Unlock VIP benefits Estuary to Bath and visit its Roman Baths 5 ISLE OF SKYE, CULLODEN AND SCENIC before spending some time on your own. We GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND HIGHLAND EXCURSION We pass the wind our way to mystical Glastonbury next to Glenfinnan Monument, then cross to the Isle visit the 7th-century Abbey. (FB) of Skye. This afternoon, we view scenic Hotel: Copthorne TRIP Highlights Eilean Donan Castle and the battlefield of Culloden. (FB, D) Here’s just a sample of the many special POLPERRO AND DARTMOOR EXCURSION handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS – GLENCOE – LOCH 15 View the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth, then your trip. LOMOND – GLASGOW Our first stop today is 6 visit the fishing village of Polperro. This CONNECT WITH LOCALS evening, we join our travel companions and the World War II Commando Memorial for Travel Director for a memorable Meet Farmer John and his wife Christine and enjoy views of Britain's highest mountain, Ben a few hours of Cumbria farm-life with a traditional Nevis. We continue south through the ‘Glen of Farewell Dinner. (FB, FD) Be My Guest lunch and some Highland cow company thrown in for good measure. (Day 7) the Weeping', arriving in Glasgow, where we 16 PLYMOUTH – STONEHENGE – LONDON enjoy an orientation tour. We'll also visit the Visit the ancient mystical monoliths of STAYS WITH STORIES Necropolis and 'Dive Into Culture' at one of Stonehenge before journeying back to Europe's most important 19th-century burial London this afternoon where our Enjoy Highland hospitality at Laggan Gaskmore grounds. (FB,  ) Hotel: Crowne Plaza unforgettable journey comes to an end. (FB) Hotel located within Cairngorms National Park in the Scottish Highlands. (Day 4) 7 GLASGOW – LAKE DISTRICT – LIVERPOOL TripMORE ABOUT YOUR 'Connect With Locals' today, joining Farmer DIVE INTO CULTURE John and his wife Christine on their * All prices are per person, twin share. Cumbrian working farm for a Be My Guest Your London Hotel: Park Plaza Riverbank Visit the Necropolis in Glasgow, one of Europe's lunch. We travel past Lake Windermere, For rates and full details please see page 255. This most significant burial grounds. (Day 6) before arriving in Liverpool. (FB, L,  ) trip departs from our London Reception Centre or Learn how delicate Irish crystal is crafted at the Hotel: Mercure Atlantic Tower the above hotel providing that you have reserved House of Waterford Crystal. (Day 12) your accommodation at this hotel through Trafalgar. 8 LIVERPOOL – CHESTER – DUBLIN London Airport Transfers: Transfers are available (2 NIGHTS) The half-timbered Tudor 'Rows' to purchase. Conditions apply. See page 258 in Chester are our first stop today as we travel for details. to Holyhead to catch our ferry to Dublin. Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Enjoy a Regional Meal at EPIC - the Irish Director and Driver, US$153 per person. Emigration Museum. (FB, RM) Hotel: Clayton Leopardstown/Hilton Garden Inn TRIP CODE: BPAN 9 DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Visit the Guinness Storehouse to learn about Ireland’s famous brew, before delving into Dublin’s iconic sights with a Local Specialist. WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 115 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

BRITAIN AND IRELAND GRANDEUR 20 DAYS | 5 COUNTRIES | 29 MEALS | FROM US$4350pp* NO CORNER OF THE BRITISH ISLES WILL REMAIN UNEXPLORED, FROM LONDON AND LIVERPOOL TO EDINBURGH, DUBLIN AND BELFAST, WITH A VISIT TO THE GIANT'S CAUSEWAY, THE RING OF KERRY AND 'NESSIE'. ISLE OF Loch Culloden THE Icons SKYE Ness 1 CITY TOUR in Londonderry, Belfast, ▼ 1 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Dublin and Edinburgh Glencoe WALES Pitlochry ORIENTATION of Salisbury, SCOTLAND ▼ St. Andrews Plymouth, Bath, Cardiff, Limerick, GLASGOW 1 2 EDINBURGH Galway, Chester, Glasgow and York Falkirk VISIT the ancient stone circle at Giantʼs Causeway ▼ Londonderry ▼ Alnwick Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, Waterford Crystal Showroom, Gretna Blarney Castle to kiss the stone, the Green Giants Causeway, Falkirk Wheel, Isle of Skye, Edinburgh Castle, Alnwick CO. DONEGAL 1 LAKE ▼ and Shakespeare's Birthplace in BELFAST 1 DISTRICT Stratford‑upon-Avon 1 VIEW the Mayflower Steps in N.IRELAND Plymouth, the magnificent Cliffs of 1 YORK Moher, the 18th hole at St. Andrews, Eilean Donan Castle, Culloden IRELAND ▼ LIVERPOOL 1 Battlefield and York Minster Chester GALWAY 1 DUBLIN 2 SCENIC DRIVE on a Cornish Cliffs of Moher ▼FERRY Excursion, experience the Ring of Kerry ▼ Limerick ENGLAND Anne Hathaway’s Cottage ▼ ▼ Rosslare KILLARNEY 1 Stratford-upon-Avon WATERFORD LONDON Ring FERRY of Kerry 2 CARDIFF Blarney 1 Bath Stonehenge Salisbury Polperro 2 PLYMOUTH Looe START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 116

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 LONDON – STONEHENGE – SALISBURY – 13 LIVERPOOL – LAKE DISTRICT Heading north Start End Twin Start End Twin PLYMOUTH (2 NIGHTS) Stop at Stonehenge to the idyllic Lake District, we see Lake London London Share London London Share before travelling to the historic naval port of Windermere and admire its spectacular scenery. Plymouth. (WR) Hotel: Copthorne (FB, D) Hotel: North Lakes/Castle Green SA 06 APR TH 25 APR 4350 l SA 20 JUL TH 08 AUG 4850 SA 13 APR TH 02 MAY 4350 l SU 21 JUL FR 09 AUG 4850 2 PLYMOUTH ORIENTATION AND CORNISH SA 20 APR TH 09 MAY 4375 l SA 27 JUL TH 15 AUG 4850 EXCURSION Embark on an orientation tour SA 27 APR TH 16 MAY 4425 l SU 28 JUL FR 16 AUG 4850 and see the Royal Citadel and Mayflower Steps. Explore the Cornish peninsula and visit the 14 LAKE DISTRICT – GRETNA GREEN – SA 04 MAY TH 23 MAY 4425 ul SA 03 AUG TH 22 AUG 4850 seaside villages of Looe and Polperro. (FB) GLASGOW The runaway wedding capital of SA 11 MAY TH 30 MAY 4425 ul SU 04 AUG FR 23 AUG 4850 Gretna Green is our first stop today before SA 18 MAY TH 06 JUN 4425 ul SA 10 AUG TH 29 AUG 4850 3 PLYMOUTH – BATH – CARDIFF Admire Bath's arriving in Glasgow. We visit Falkirk Wheel SA 25 MAY TH 13 JUN 4425 ul SA 17 AUG TH 05 SEP 4850 elegant Georgian façades before continuing to 4525 Cardiff. (FB) Hotel: Park Inn City Centre where you'll 'Dive Into Culture' and SA 01 JUN TH 20 JUN 4425 SA 24 AUG TH 12 SEP 4475 experience the world's only rotating boat lift. SA 08 JUN TH 27 JUN 4450 SA 31 AUG TH 19 SEP 4 CARDIFF – WATERFORD Explore Cardiff's SA 15 JUN TH 04 JUL 4450 iconic sights, then cross the Irish Sea to This evening, we enjoy a delicious Regional SA 22 JUN TH 11 JUL 4475 SA 07 SEP TH 26 SEP 4475 Waterford. (FB, D) Hotel: Fitzwilton Meal at a local restaurant. (FB, RM,  ) SA 29 JUN TH 18 JUL 4550 SA 14 SEP TH 03 OCT 4475 Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn/Park Inn SA 21 SEP TH 10 OCT 4395 5 WATERFORD – BLARNEY – KILLARNEY SA 28 SEP TH 17 OCT 4395 (2 NIGHTS) Our first stop today is at the House SA 06 JUL TH 25 JUL 4550 of Waterford Crystal where we will 'Dive Into 15 GLASGOW – GLENCOE – ISLE OF SKYE SA 13 JUL TH 01 AUG 4550 SA 05 OCT TH 24 OCT 4395 Culture' during a demonstration with master Journey past the site of the tragic 1692 craftsmen. We'll kiss the Blarney Stone, before massacre at Glencoe and see Britain's highest Single Supplement (add to price above): US$900 p.p. arriving later in Killarney. (FB,  ) mountain – Ben Nevis. View Eilean Donan Castle Hotel: Hotel Killarney/Innisfallen before travelling to the Isle of Skye. (FB, D) Exceptions 20 Jul 19 to 10 Aug 19: US$940 p.p. 6 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Ireland's Hotel: Dunollie/Kings Arms 3 Edinburgh Tattoo 2-24 August 2019: We've included enduring natural beauty is our welcome Tattoo tickets when you're in Edinburgh during companion today as we circle the enchanting 16 ISLE OF SKYE – LOCH NESS – CULLODEN these dates. See page 101 for further details. Ring of Kerry. (FB, D) – SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Travel through the scenic Scottish Highlands via Glen Shiel and 7 Reversed Itinerary: Departures marked will also 7 KILLARNEY – LIMERICK – CLIFFS OF along the banks of Loch Ness. View the site of operate in reverse and may stay in alternative MOHER – GALWAY We stop in Limerick to view the bloody Battle of Culloden. (FB, D) hotels to those listed opposite. All sightseeing and St. Mary's Cathedral, the Treaty Stone and King Hotel: Highlander inclusions will remain as described. John's Castle. We'll visit the Cliffs of Moher, before arriving in Galway. (FB, D) 17 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS – PITLOCHRY – Young traveller discount: Hotel: Connacht/Maldron Oranmore ST. ANDREWS – EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS) SAVE US$450 We stop in Pitlochry before travelling to St. 8 GALWAY – CO. DONEGAL This morning, Andrews and then Edinburgh. During the Multiple trip discount: admire Galway Cathedral and stroll through Edinburgh Festival, tickets to the Edinburgh SAVE up to US$121 Eyre Square. Then, travel to Donegal to see its Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle are included. (FB) 15th-century castle. (FB, D) Hotel: Leonardo Royal Haymarket/Holiday Inn EARLY BIRD Triple room discount: Hotel: Central/ Ocean Sands SAVINGS SAVE US$10 p.p. GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND 18 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING Join a Local 9 CO. DONEGAL – LONDONDERRY – GIANT’S Specialist for a sightseeing tour which will SAVE Past guests: CAUSEWAY – BELFAST ORIENTATION We include a visit to Edinburgh Castle. See the US$485 p.p. Unlock VIP benefits join a Local Specialist in Londonderry, then visit Royal Mile, Palace of Holyroodhouse and new the Giant's Causeway. Our visit will 'Make A Scottish Parliament building. (FB) Difference' by helping to conserve this iconic natural landmark. We proceed to Belfast where 19 EDINBURGH – ALNWICK – YORK Visit the TRIP Highlights we'll enjoy an orientation tour. (FB) medieval market town of Alnwick before Hotel: Park Inn/Stormont stopping in York for an orientation walk along Here’s just a sample of the many special the Shambles to York Minster. This evening we handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in 10 BELFAST – DUBLIN (2 NIGHTS) A Local 'Connect With Locals' over a Be My Guest dinner your trip. Specialist 'Cabbie' takes us on a journey through in Yorkshire. (FB, FD,  ) Hotel: Novotel Centre the recent history of Belfast in their Black Cab. In CONNECT WITH LOCALS Dublin, we join a Local Specialist to see St. 20 YORK – STRATFORD-UPON-AVON – Patrick's Cathedral and other iconic sights. (FB) LONDON Travel to Stratford-upon-Avon to Enjoy a traditional British Be My Guest supper Hotel: Mespil/Clayton Leopardstown view Anne Hathaway's thatched cottage and hosted by a local family in the dining room of visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and Visitor either their elegant town house in the city or 11 DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME 'Dive Centre before returning to London. (FB) in their impressive country house overlooking Into Culture' and gain entry to the Guinness picturesque scenery in the Vale of York. (Day 19) Storehouse before general admission. The rest TripMORE ABOUT YOUR of the day is free. (FB,  ) * All prices are per person, twin share. DIVE INTO CULTURE 12 DUBLIN – CHESTER – LIVERPOOL Continue to Chester where your orientation tour will take Your London Hotel: Cumberland/Hard Rock Learn how delicate Irish crystal is crafted at the you past its famous Tudor ‘Rows'. 'Dive Into For rates and full details please see page 255. This House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop Culture' and gain insights into the life of the trip departs from our London Reception Centre or tour. (Day 5) local Town Crier, before heading to Liverpool. the above hotel providing that you have reserved (FB,  ) Hotel: Jurys Inn your accommodation at this hotel through Trafalgar. Please Note: Hotels in the Scottish Highlands and on Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel the Isle of Skye are generally simpler establishments Director and Driver, US$191 per person. typical of the region. Accommodation on the Isle of Skye may be substituted with accommodation on the TRIP CODE: BIGT mainland. All sightseeing will remain the same as per the itinerary. WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 117 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

TREASURES OF IRELAND 6 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 7 MEALS | FROM US$1350pp* EMBRACE THE FREE-SPIRITEDNESS OF YOUR HOSTS AS YOU EXPLORE SOULFUL DUBLIN, SECURE YOUR GIFT OF THE GAB WITH A BLARNEY KISS AND ADMIRE INSPIRING IRISH LANDSCAPES ALONG THE RING OF KERRY. IRELAND THE Icons DUBLIN WALKING TOUR in Killarney 1 National Park COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFER ▼ Available back to Dublin CITY TOUR in Dublin and Titanic Cliffs of Moher ▼ Glendalough Tour in Cobh ▼ ▼ ORIENTATION of Waterford, Cork FERRY Foynes 1 LIMERICK ▼ and Killarney SHANNON Waterford VISIT Trinity College, Glendalough, KILLARNEY 2 CORK Waterford Crystal, Blarney Castle, Torc Waterfall, Foynes Flying Boat Museum Blarney 1 and the Cliffs of Moher Cobh Ring ▼ VIEW St. Kevin's Cross in Glendalough of Kerry ▼ and St. John's Castle in Limerick START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING SEE Dublin's Georgian Squares END SCENIC DRIVE around the Ring 118 of Kerry Irish Dancers

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE DUBLIN – AFTERNOON 6 LIMERICK – DEPART SHANNON Our epic Start End Twin Start End Twin SIGHTSEEING Put a little Irish spring in your journey through the highlights of Ireland has Dublin Shannon Share Dublin Shannon Share step and stroll through the lyrical capital of sadly come to an end. For now it's time to wish SU 28 APR FR 03 MAY 1375 SU 21 JUL FR 26 JUL 1425 SU 28 JUL FR 02 AUG 1425 Dublin – your springboard to an unforgettable your fellow travellers slán abhaile as our SU 05 MAY FR 10 MAY 1425 jaunt through the treasures of Ireland. Join a memorable holiday comes to an end. Transfers SU 12 MAY FR 17 MAY 1425 SU 04 AUG FR 09 AUG 1425 Local Specialist this afternoon to explore the are available. Conditions apply. (FB) SU 19 MAY FR 24 MAY 1425 SU 11 AUG FR 16 AUG 1425 city's iconic sights. Walk the cobbled courtyard SU 26 MAY FR 31 MAY 1425 SU 18 AUG FR 23 AUG 1425 SU 25 AUG FR 30 AUG 1425 of Trinity College and enjoy priority access to Please Note: Your coach returns to Dublin from SU 02 JUN FR 07 JUN 1425 see the Book of Kells. Then, enjoy a Welcome Shannon on Day 6. You are welcome to utilise SU 09 JUN FR 14 JUN 1425 SU 01 SEP FR 06 SEP 1425 Reception to get to know your fellow travellers. this complimentary transfer. Drop-off in Dublin SU 16 JUN FR 21 JUN 1425 SU 08 SEP FR 13 SEP 1425 (WR) Hotel: Maldron Parnell Square will be at the Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport at SU 23 JUN FR 28 JUN 1425 SU 15 SEP FR 20 SEP 1425 approximately 4pm depending on traffic. SU 30 JUN FR 05 JUL 1425 SU 22 SEP FR 27 SEP 1425 SU 29 SEP FR 04 OCT 1375 SU 07 JUL FR 12 JUL 1425 2 DUBLIN – GLENDALOUGH – WATERFORD – TripMORE ABOUT YOUR SU 14 JUL FR 19 JUL 1425 SU 06 OCT FR 11 OCT 1350 CORK Departing Dublin this morning, we journey to the peaceful 6th-century monastic ruins at Glendalough that survived repeated Norman Single Supplement (add to price above): US$300 p.p. attacks over the centuries. We'll 'Dive Into * All prices are per person, twin share. Culture', watching the master craftsmen of the House of Waterford Crystal as they create This trip will be operated in conjunction with Young traveller discount: delicate works of art. Our final stop today is the our sister company and Celtic Specialists – SAVE US$140 Brendan Vacations. 'rebel' city of Cork, where we'll have a free Airport transfers: On arrival at Dublin Airport evening to enjoy a little Irish craic and soak up the transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. lively atmosphere of this university city. (FB,  ) Guests arriving later should make their own way EARLY BIRD Hotel: Maldron Shandon to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day SAVINGS Triple room discount: will arrive at Shannon Airport at 7am and 9am. SAVE US$20 p.p. 3 CORK – COBH – BLARNEY – KILLARNEY Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel SAVE (2 NIGHTS) Stop in Cobh, the charming Director and Driver, US$58 per person. US$143 p.p. Past guests: seaside town that was the final port of call for Unlock VIP benefits TRIP CODE: BRSD the tragic Titanic on its fateful voyage. Join your Local Specialist for a walking tour to re-live the timeline of the Titanic, then embark on a scenic drive to Blarney Castle, TRIP Highlights kissing its famous stone to acquire the 'gift of the gab'. Continue to Killarney where you'll Here’s just a sample of the many special spend the next two nights. (FB) handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in Hotel: Killarney Avenue your trip. GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND 4 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Stop and CONNECT WITH LOCALS admire Torc Waterfall during your leisurely guided walk with a Local Specialist over It's 1930s Ireland revisited. Visit the working wooden paths and lakeshore trails. The rest of farms of Muckross taking you back to a time of our day is spent admiring the enduring beauty traditional farming. Learn how to churn butter along Ireland's most scenic coastal drive and dine in the Quilles Farmhouse against the around the Ring of Kerry. Later, join your scenic backdrop of the lakes of Killarney. (Day 4) companions for a Be My Guest dinner at Muckross Farms, where you'll 'Connect With DIVE INTO CULTURE Locals', stepping back in time to learn about traditional Irish farm life against the scenic Learn how delicate Irish crystal is crafted at the backdrop of the lakes of Killarney. (FB, DW,  ) House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour. (Day 2) Please Note: This leisurely paced walk TRAFALGAR Tip Visit Foynes Flying Boat Museum, the only meanders over wooded paths and lakeshore dedicated flying boat museum in the world, to gain trails. Walkers should wear good walking shoes In Ireland, a smile goes a long way. insight into the rich history of aviation. (Day 5) for a stroll through picturesque surrounds. Remember, you are exotic in Ireland so talk to the locals and learn about their 5 KILLARNEY – FOYNES – CLIFFS OF MOHER lives. They'll be equally as interested in – LIMERICK Delve into the era of the first hearing about you! transatlantic flights during a visit to the Flying James Payne, Travel Director Boat Museum in Foynes. At one time, it was the refuelling point for Pan Am's Flying Boat, the Yankee Clipper. 'Dive Into Culture' as you board a replica Boeing 314 to experience life as ADD AN EXTRA NIGHT a passenger, learning how Irish Coffee was invented to treat weary passengers whose New IN Dublin York flights were cut short due to bad weather. This afternoon, we travel to the spectacular Arrive in Dublin a day or two prior to the start Cliffs of Moher which rise over 200 metres of your Guided Holiday and begin exploring this above the pounding Atlantic waves, before exciting city on your own. Ask your Trafalgar continuing to our hotel in Limerick. (FB,  ) Specialist for details and prices. Hotel: Greenhills WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 119 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

IRISH HIGHLIGHTS 7 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 9 MEALS | FROM US$1275pp* SHARE A PINT AND SOME CRAIC WITH NEW FRIENDS AND YOU'LL WISH YOU'D STAYED LONGER ON THE EMERALD ISLE. FROM CATHEDRALS AND CASTLES TO WATERFORD CRYSTAL, THERE'S A LOT TO SAY SLÁINTE ABOUT. DUBLIN▼ THE Icons 11 Galway CITY TOUR in Dublin IRELAND ORIENTATION of Galway, Limerick Cliffs of Moher ▼ Co. Wicklow and Waterford Bunratty 1 ▼ VISIT Bunratty Folk Park, the Cliffs ▼ FERRY LIMERICK of Moher, Blarney to kiss the stone and gain the ‘gift of the gab', the Crystal ▼ WATERFORD Showroom at Waterford and the famine ship in New Ross Youghal 1 New Ross VIEW St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, 2 KILLARNEY King John's Castle and St. Mary's Cathedral in Limerick RKinegrroyf Blarney Macroom SEE the Cathedral of Galway SCENIC DRIVE of the Ring of Kerry START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END Shamrock 120

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE DUBLIN – AFTERNOON emigrants who fled the potato famine during Start End Twin Start End Twin SIGHTSEEING Tread in the footsteps of James the 1800s. Continuing through County Wexford Dublin Dublin Share Dublin Dublin Share Joyce and Oscar Wilde, through the lyrical streets and the lush countryside of County Wicklow, we of Dublin – your launch pad to a memorable journey to Dublin stopping en route at Glenealy SU 07 APR SA 13 APR 1595 SU 06 OCT SA 12 OCT 1675 encounter with Ireland's iconic highlights. After a Farmhouse, where we'll 'Connect With Locals' SU 14 APR SA 20 APR 1650 SU 13 OCT SA 19 OCT 1675 leisurely morning, meet a Local Specialist for a over a Be My Guest dinner and meet the Fulvio SU 21 APR SA 27 APR 1650 SU 20 OCT SA 26 OCT 1675 sightseeing tour with views of Trinity College, family. (FB, FD,  ,  ) Hotel: Clayton Dublin SU 28 APR SA 04 MAY 1675 n SU 27 OCT SA 02 NOV 1350 St. Patrick's Cathedral and the stately Georgian Airport/Clayton Leopardstown Squares. Indulge in a little Irish craic this evening, SU 05 MAY SA 11 MAY 1675 n SU 03 NOV SA 09 NOV 1275 joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers 7 DEPART DUBLIN For now, it's time to say a SU 12 MAY SA 18 MAY 1675 n SU 10 NOV SA 16 NOV 1275 for a Welcome Reception. (WR) fond slán abhaile to your fellow travellers as SU 19 MAY SA 25 MAY 1675 n SU 17 NOV SA 23 NOV 1275 Hotel: Maldron Parnell Square you close the curtain on an unforgettable SU 26 MAY SA 01 JUN 1675 n SU 24 NOV SA 30 NOV 1275 journey through the Emerald Isle. Airport 2 DUBLIN – GALWAY – BUNRATTY – LIMERICK transfers are available. Conditions apply. (FB) SU 02 JUN SA 08 JUN 1695 n SU 01 DEC SA 07 DEC 1275 We journey to Galway, the City of Tribes, where SU 09 JUN SA 15 JUN 1695 n SU 08 DEC SA 14 DEC 1275 we'll see its stone cathedral on the banks of the TRIP Highlights SU 16 JUN SA 22 JUN 1695 n TH 19 DEC WE 25 DEC 1275 Corrib and spend some free time exploring its SU 23 JUN SA 29 JUN 1695 Hn WE 25 DEC TU 31 DEC 1475 colourful façades. Irish traditions and heritage Here’s just a sample of the many special SU 30 JUN SA 06 JUL 1695 Hn TU 31 DEC MO 06 JAN 1495 are explored next, during a visit to Bunratty handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included 1275 Castle and its Folk Park, a living history in your trip. SU 07 JUL SA 13 JUL 1695 2020 1275 museum that reveals insights into life in Ireland SU 14 JUL SA 20 JUL 1695 n SU 05 JAN SA 11 JAN 1275 during the 18th and 19th centuries. Be sure to CONNECT WITH LOCALS SU 21 JUL SA 27 JUL 1695 n SU 12 JAN SA 18 JAN 1275 drop into Mac's for a pint and meet the Bean an SU 28 JUL SA 03 AUG 1695 n SU 19 JAN SA 25 JAN Tí and try to spot a fairy. Then, it's on to Traditional Irish fare with an Italian twist is n SU 26 JAN SA 01 FEB Limerick, our home for the night. Spend a free served up at Glenealy Farmhouse near Dublin evening enjoying the world-renowned with the charming Fulvio family on hand to SU 04 AUG SA 10 AUG 1695 n SU 02 FEB SA 08 FEB 1275 hospitality of the Irish. (FB) share their story. (Day 6) SU 11 AUG SA 17 AUG 1695 n SU 09 FEB SA 15 FEB 1275 Hotel: Greenhills/ Castle Oaks SU 18 AUG SA 24 AUG 1695 n SU 16 FEB SA 22 FEB 1275 DIVE INTO CULTURE SU 25 AUG SA 31 AUG 1695 n SU 23 FEB SA 29 FEB 1275 3 LIMERICK – CLIFFS OF MOHER – KILLARNEY (2 NIGHTS) This morning view Explore the tragic history of Ireland's famine SU 01 SEP SA 07 SEP 1695 n SU 01 MAR SA 07 MAR 1325 the 13th-century King John's Castle overlooking emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship SU 08 SEP SA 14 SEP 1695 un TH 12 MAR WE 18 MAR 1325 the Shannon, St. Mary's Cathedral and the Experience, a replica of one of the original SU 15 SEP SA 21 SEP 1695 un SU 15 MAR SA 21 MAR 1325 Treaty Stone during your orientation in famine ships used in the 1800s. (Day 6) SU 22 SEP SA 28 SEP 1695 1375 Limerick. Our next stop is the spectacular Cliffs Learn how delicate Irish crystal is crafted SU 29 SEP SA 05 OCT 1675 n WE 18 MAR TU 24 MAR 1375 of Moher and a visit to the 'Atlantic Edge' at the House of Waterford Crystal during a n SU 22 MAR SA 28 MAR exhibition to learn about their history. After a workshop tour. (Day 6) scenic drive through the villages of Lahinch and Single Supplement (add to price above): US$320 p.p. Kilrush, we take the ferry across the Shannon TRAFALGAR Tip Exceptions 27 Oct 19 to 22 Mar 20: US$290 p.p. estuary. Our home for the next two nights is the colourful little town of Killarney. (FB) Enjoy a traditional music session in a local pub. 4 Autumn, Winter, Spring (WRIH): Departures marked GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND Hotel: International/Innisfallen Guests will see local music in its natural, most in the price panel are subject to change in price, relaxed setting. discount and hotel. Prices and discounts will be 4 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Circle the Alan Coakley, Travel Director confirmed in May 2019. spectacular Ring of Kerry – its emerald green hills, centuries-old stone villages and vivid blue 1 Festive Celebrations: Christmas and New Year seascapes provide a soul-stirring backdrop for Celebrations have been arranged for these our leisurely drive around a beautiful coastline departures. Join us in Europe to celebrate the that has inspired writers and poets for Festive Season. centuries. We'll see Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, 7 St. Patrick's Day will be celebrated in Ireland on Moll's Gap and the Black Valley, renowned for these departures. being the last place in Ireland without electricity and telephone networks. (FB) EARLY BIRD Young traveller discount: SAVINGS SAVE US$160 5 KILLARNEY – BLARNEY – YOUGHAL – WATERFORD Cross the rugged Kerry SAVE Multiple trip discount: Mountains and travel to Blarney Castle to kiss US$170 p.p. SAVE up to US$42 the stone and acquire the 'gift of the gab'. En route to Waterford, we stop in the historic Triple room discount: seaport town of Youghal, once home to Sir SAVE US$10 p.p. Walter Raleigh. This evening we dine in our hotel. (FB, D) Hotel: Fitzwilton Past guests: Unlock VIP benefits 6 WATERFORD – NEW ROSS – CO. WICKLOW – DUBLIN 'Dive Into Culture' and witness the TripMORE ABOUT YOUR centuries-old tradition of crafting fine glass at the House of Waterford Crystal. Here we will * All prices are per person, twin share. watch the talented master craftsmen in their Airport transfers: On arrival at Dublin Airport workshop creating exquisite pieces. Our next transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. stop is in the town of New Ross, where we'll see Guests arriving later should make their own way the monument to John F. Kennedy who to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel travelled to his ancestral family hometown in day will arrive at Dublin Airport at 7am, 9am 1963. We'll visit the three-masted famine ship and 11am. Dunbrody and 'Dive Into Culture' yet again, Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel gaining insights into the tragic plight of the Irish Director and Driver, US$68 per person. TRIP CODE: IRIH WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 121 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

ENCHANTING EMERALD ISLE 8 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 12 MEALS | FROM US$1825pp* CENTURIES OF IRISH HERITAGE AND CULTURE ARE REVEALED ON THIS ADVENTURE ACROSS THE WINDSWEPT VALLEYS OF IRELAND, FROM DUBLIN'S GEORGIAN SQUARES TO THE ANGLO-NORMAN KILKENNY CASTLE ON THE NORE RIVER. ENNISCRONE 1 Strokestown THE Icons ▼ Westport WALKING TOUR in Killarney Kylemore Abbey National Park ▼ ▼ ▼ DUBLIN CITY TOUR in Dublin, walking tour ▼1 GALWAY 11 in Westport IRELAND ▼ ORIENTATION of Galway and Cliffs of Moher Killarney FERRY 1 VISIT EPIC - The Irish Emigration KILKENNY Museum, Strokestown Park House, KILLARNEY Kylemore Abbey, Cliffs of Moher, Blarney 2 Castle, Kilkenny Castle and Trinity College Ring of Blarney Kerry SCENIC CRUISE across the START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING Shannon Estuary END VIEW St. Patrick's Cathedral, Galway 122 Cathedral, the mountains of the Connemara and Torc Waterfall SEE Dublin's Georgian Squares SCENIC DRIVE along the Ring of Kerry Sheep, Co. Kerry

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE DUBLIN – AFTERNOON Santa Claus. Later, we meet local farmers Joe Start End Twin Start End Twin SIGHTSEEING A warm welcome to Dublin, a and Maeve O'Connell at their home, Belmore Dublin Dublin Share Dublin Dublin Share House, to 'Connect With Locals' over a Be My modern multi-cultural city that embraces its Guest dinner and hear the tale of the 'lost' u MO 11 MAR MO 18 MAR 1825 SU 14 JUL SU 21 JUL 1925 town. (FB, DW,  ) Hotel: Kilkenny SU 21 JUL SU 28 JUL 1925 past and exudes an enduring sense of fun. SU 07 APR SU 14 APR 1825 SU 28 JUL SU 04 AUG 1925 Meet your Local Specialist this afternoon for a SU 14 APR SU 21 APR 1825 guided city tour to view the elegant Georgian SU 21 APR SU 28 APR 1825 SU 04 AUG SU 11 AUG 1925 Squares and St. Patrick's Cathedral. A special SU 28 APR SU 05 MAY 1850 SU 11 AUG SU 18 AUG 1925 KILKENNY – DUBLIN Visit Kilkenny Castle, an SU 18 AUG SU 25 AUG 1925 Welcome Reception this evening sees you 7 Anglo-Norman mansion that sits majestically SU 05 MAY SU 12 MAY 1895 SU 25 AUG SU 01 SEP 1925 visiting EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum. SU 12 MAY SU 19 MAY 1895 (WR) Hotel: Roganstown over the Nore River. In the castle basement, SU 19 MAY SU 26 MAY 1895 SU 01 SEP SU 08 SEP 1925 you'll find the Butler Gallery, one of Ireland's SU 26 MAY SU 02 JUN 1895 SU 08 SEP SU 15 SEP 1925 most important art galleries outside of Dublin. SU 15 SEP SU 22 SEP 1925 DUBLIN – STROKESTOWN – ENNISCRONE Returning to the Irish capital, visit Trinity SU 02 JUN SU 09 JUN 1895 SU 22 SEP SU 29 SEP 1925 2 Journey through the lush green countryside College and enjoy priority access to see the SU 09 JUN SU 16 JUN 1895 SU 29 SEP SU 06 OCT 1850 SU 16 JUN SU 23 JUN 1895 before your first stop at Strokestown where Book of Kells, said to be the world's most SU 23 JUN SU 30 JUN 1895 SU 06 OCT SU 13 OCT 1850 we will 'Dive Into Culture' at the Irish Famine famous medieval manuscript. All that's left to SU 30 JUN SU 07 JUL 1925 SU 13 OCT SU 20 OCT 1850 Museum, delving into the stories of the 1840s say is a rousing sláinte or two while you SU 20 OCT SU 27 OCT 1850 famine. See the haunting pleas of starving indulge in a memorable Farewell Dinner, SU 07 JUL SU 14 JUL 1925 tenants on the estate and the response they enjoying a fun night out at a classic public Single Supplement (add to price above): US$420 p.p. received, before continuing to Enniscrone. house in the city. Admire the authentic (FB, D,  ) Hotel: Ocean Sands Victorian bar and walk up the original staircase from Trinity College, which was 7 St. Patrick's Day will be celebrated in Ireland on featured in the Michael Caine film 'Educating this departure. ENNISCRONE – WESTPORT – GALWAY 3 Travel to Westport and meet your Local Rita'. (FB, FD) Hotel: Ballsbridge Specialist for a walking tour during which Young traveller discount: you'll learn about the town's heritage – from DEPART DUBLIN It's time to close the SAVE US$180 its settlement 5,000 years ago to modern-day 8 chapter on an unforgettable Irish holiday. We times. Visit the Benedictine monastery of Multiple trip discount: Kylemore Abbey, set against the striking bid our newfound friends and Travel Director SAVE up to US$48 a fond farewell. Transfers are available. backdrop of Lake Kylemore, and stroll Conditions apply. (FB) EARLY BIRD Triple room discount: through its walled Victorian gardens. We SAVINGS SAVE US$10 p.p. continue to Galway, the 'City of Tribes', where we'll view Galway Cathedral and spend the TripMORE ABOUT YOUR SAVE Past guests: rest of the evening at leisure. (FB) US$193 p.p. Unlock VIP benefits Hotel: Connacht 4 GALWAY – CLIFFS OF MOHER – KILLARNEY * All prices are per person, twin share. TRIP Highlights GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND (2 NIGHTS) The sheer Cliffs of Moher plunge dramatically into the Atlantic Ocean, This trip will be operated in conjunction with Here’s just a sample of the many special providing endless ocean views which we'll our sister company and Celtic Specialists – handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in have an opportunity to admire during a Brendan Vacations. your trip. morning visit. Later, we cross the Shannon Airport transfers: On arrival at Dublin Airport estuary by ferry to Killarney, our home for the transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. CONNECT WITH LOCALS next two nights. Spend a free evening soaking Guests arriving later should make their own way up some unforgettable Irish craic or delve into to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel Travel to 12th-century Ireland and explore the the town's centuries-old history. (FB, D) day will arrive at Dublin Airport at 7am, 9am remains of the Lost Town of Newtown Jerpoint Hotel: Killarney Towers and 11am. followed by a hearty Irish Be My Guest dinner with Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel the O'Connells and a spot of Eton Mess. (Day 6) 5 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Dramatic vistas Director and Driver, US$78 per person. are ours to enjoy as we circle the achingly DIVE INTO CULTURE beautiful Ring of Kerry – one of the most TRIP CODE: BRED Visit Strokestown Park House, a stately 18th- scenic drives on the Emerald Isle. See a century mansion with walled gardens and soul-stirring landscape that has inspired woodlands, home to the Irish National Famine poets, artists and writers for centuries, before Museum. (Day 2) returning to Killarney where you have the rest of the afternoon free to explore on your terms. Consider a leisurely guided walk at Torc Waterfall with a Local Specialist taking you along the lakeshore and past the farmlands of the 19th-century Muckross Estate. (FB) Please Note: This leisurely paced walk ADD AN EXTRA NIGHT meanders over wooded paths and lakeshore trails. Walkers should wear good walking shoes IN Dublin for a stroll through picturesque surrounds. Arrive in Dublin a day or two prior to the start of your 6 KILLARNEY – BLARNEY – KILKENNY Kiss the Guided Holiday and begin exploring this exciting famous Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle and city on your own. Ask your Trafalgar Specialist for receive the 'gift of the gab'. Travel to County accommodation and private transfer prices. Kilkenny to discover the 12th-century town of Newtown Jerpoint and hear about the saint buried there, who inspired the legend of WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 123 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

CASTLES AND MANORS 8 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 12 MEALS | FROM US$3025pp* VISIT DUBLIN, THE WILD CLIFFS OF MOHER AND THE ISLAND'S ‘EMERALD' COUNTRYSIDE. SEE THE WILDERNESS OF CONNEMARA AND STAY IN GALWAY'S ABBEYGLEN CASTLE, BUILT FOR A FEARSOME PIRATE QUEEN. Strokestown THE Icons ▼ WALKING TOUR in Killarney ▼ Westport 1 National Park ROSCOMMON CONNEMARA CITY TOUR in Dublin ORIENTATION of Killarney and 2 ▼ Kylemore Galway Abbey Galway DUBLIN 11 VISIT Irish National Stud, Rock of Kildare Cashel, Cliffs of Moher, Kylemore Abbey Cliffs of IRELAND and the National Famine Museum at Moher Strokestown Park ▼ VIEW Torc Waterfall and the grave of FERRY Cashel W.B. Yeats in Drumcliff ▼ SEE Dublin's Georgian Squares SCENIC DRIVE around the Ring of Ring of 2 Kerry KILLARNEY Kerry and through Connemara START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING Kylemore Abbey END 124

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE DUBLIN – AFTERNOON 6 CONNEMARA – WESTPORT – ROSCOMMON Start End Twin Start End Twin SIGHTSEEING Set your watch to the lively pace Our journey takes us to Westport House where Dublin Dublin Share Dublin Dublin Share of Ireland's capital city – the springboard for your we'll 'Connect With Locals' and indulge in a in-depth journey through the lush landscapes and memorable Be My Guest lunch with tales of the FR 26 APR FR 03 MAY 3025 FR 26 JUL FR 02 AUG 3075 enduring allure of Ireland. Our exploration of Pirate Queen, and enjoy Banoffee and Baileys Dublin with a Local Specialist will see us view St. flavours in the Drawing Room of this stately FR 03 MAY FR 10 MAY 3075 FR 02 AUG FR 09 AUG 3075 Patrick's Cathedral and the colourful Georgian 18th-century home. We continue to Roscommon, FR 10 MAY FR 17 MAY 3075 FR 09 AUG FR 16 AUG 3075 Squares. Spend some time strolling through where our hotel this evening is one of FR 17 MAY FR 24 MAY 3075 FR 16 AUG FR 23 AUG 3075 Dublin's pretty streets before joining your travel Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' – Kilronan Castle FR 24 MAY FR 31 MAY 3075 FR 23 AUG FR 30 AUG 3075 companions and Travel Director for a Welcome Hotel, the ancestral home of the Tenison family FR 31 MAY FR 07 JUN 3075 FR 30 AUG FR 06 SEP 3075 Reception celebrating traditional Irish flavours. and legendary Colonel King Tenison. A leisurely (WR) Hotel: Clayton Ballsbridge afternoon could see you take a relaxing cruise FR 07 JUN FR 14 JUN 3075 FR 06 SEP FR 13 SEP 3075 on the Shannon River. (FB, L,  ,  ) FR 14 JUN FR 21 JUN 3075 FR 13 SEP FR 20 SEP 3075 2 DUBLIN – KILDARE – CASHEL – KILLARNEY Hotel: Kilronan Castle FR 21 JUN FR 28 JUN 3075 FR 20 SEP FR 27 SEP 3075 (2 NIGHTS) We traverse picturesque FR 28 JUN FR 05 JUL 3075 FR 27 SEP FR 04 OCT 3050 landscapes to Kildare. Here we'll 'Dive Into 7 ROSCOMMON – STROKESTOWN – DUBLIN Culture', delving into Ireland's thoroughbred Our first stop today is Strokestown where we'll FR 05 JUL FR 12 JUL 3075 FR 04 OCT FR 11 OCT 3025 industry at the Irish National Stud. You'll have a 'Dive Into Culture' and gain insights into FR 12 JUL FR 19 JUL 3075 FR 11 OCT FR 18 OCT 3025 rare opportunity to see the foaling unit, Ireland's tragic potato famine history. Learn FR 19 JUL FR 26 JUL 3075 FR 18 OCT FR 25 OCT 3025 museum and of course the magnificent stallions about the plight of starving Irish tenants, many that continue to make racing history. Our of whom died or emigrated to the New World in Single Supplement (add to price above): US$700 p.p. journey south brings us to the haunt of St. the 1840s. This evening, we return to Dublin for Patrick and the spectacular Rock of Cashel, a Farewell Dinner celebrating an intimate EARLY BIRD Young traveller discount: where we will view its ecclesiastical ruins with a encounter with the natural beauty and SAVINGS SAVE US$300 Local Specialist. We continue to Killarney and centuries-old heritage of Ireland. (FB, FD,  ) enjoy a free evening to soak up the lively Hotel: Clayton Ballsbridge SAVE Multiple trip discount: atmosphere of one of Ireland's friendliest US$308 p.p. SAVE up to US$77 towns. Our home tonight is one of Trafalgar's 8 DEPART DUBLIN We say a fond farewell to our 'Stays With Stories' – Great Southern, a newfound friends and Dublin today. You will be Triple room discount: Victorian-styled hotel built over 160 years ago. transferred to the airport, where your journey SAVE US$10 p.p. (FB,  ,  ) Hotel: Great Southern through the Emerald Isle comes to an end. Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (FB) Past guests: 3 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Enjoy a slow Unlock VIP benefits start to your morning, joining a Local Specialist TripMORE ABOUT YOUR for a leisurely guided walk at Torc Waterfall, TRIP Highlights GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND strolling over wooded paths and lakeshore trails. * All prices are per person, twin share. We embark on an epic drive next, exploring the This trip will be operated in conjunction with Here’s just a sample of the many special enduring beauty of the Ring of Kerry whose our sister company and Celtic Specialists – handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in enchanting coastal landscapes have inspired Brendan Vacations. your trip. writers and poets for centuries. (FB) Shared Rooming: Room Share is not available on Please Note: This leisurely paced walk this trip. CONNECT WITH LOCALS meanders over wooded paths and lakeshore Airport transfers: On arrival at Dublin Airport trails. Walkers should wear good walking shoes transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. Enjoy a traditional Be My Guest lunch hosted in for a stroll through picturesque surrounds. Guests arriving later should make their own way the Drawing Room of a stately 18th-century home to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel near the charming town of Westport. (Day 6) 4 KILLARNEY – CLIFFS OF MOHER – GALWAY day will arrive at Dublin Airport at 7am, 9am – CONNEMARA (2 NIGHTS) The beautiful and 11am. STAYS WITH STORIES views continue as we visit the Cliffs of Moher Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel that rise imposingly from the Atlantic, over 200 Director and Driver, US$78 per person. Built over 160 years ago, the Great Southern metres above the waters below. Continue to hotel’s prime location next to the train station County Galway and visit the Connemara Marble TRIP CODE: BRCM and marvellous Victorian Features have ensured artisan workshop where you'll 'Dive Into enduring popularity. (Day 2) Culture' and witness first-hand how this famous Set in green meadows and an ancient forest, green jade-like marble is carved. Your home for Kilronan Castle - the ancestral home of the Tenison the next two nights is one of Trafalgar's 'Stays family - prides itself on its royal roots. (Day 6) With Stories', the spectacular Abbeyglen Castle. (FB, D,  ,  ) Hotel: Abbeyglen Castle DIVE INTO CULTURE 5 CONNEMARA EXCURSION Drive through the Admire Ireland's finest thoroughbreds at the Irish “savage beauty” of Connemara, as described by National Stud Farm. (Day 2) Oscar Wilde who was inspired by the region's Visit a Connemara Marble factory to see how this craggy mountains, shimmering lakes and stone is crafted into jewellery and figurines. (Day 4) endless shades of green. We visit Kylemore Visit the Irish National Famine Museum at Abbey, a magnificent castellated structure built Strokestown Park House, a stately 18th-century as a family home and now inhabited by a group mansion. (Day 7) of Benedictine nuns. Venture into the secret nooks and crannies of its extensive walled Victorian garden before returning to your castle accommodation for a delicious dinner. (FB, D) WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 125 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

BEST OF IRELAND 10 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 15 MEALS | FROM US$2375pp* LEARN WHY THE IRISH SAY, “IF YOU'RE LUCKY ENOUGH TO BE IRISH, YOU'RE LUCKY ENOUGH”, ON THIS JOURNEY THROUGH CONNEMARA, THE STRONGHOLD OF THE O'DONNELL CLAN, AND TO BEAUTIFUL ADARE. 1 SLIGO THE Icons Knock CITY TOUR in Dublin ORIENTATION of Waterford, Connemara ▼ ▼ Killarney, Limerick and Galway Kylemore Westport ▼ DUBLIN Abbey 11 VISIT the Glasnevin Trust in Dublin, ▼ ▼ 2 GALWAY Famine Ship in New Ross, the crystal showroom at Waterford, Blarney to IRELAND kiss the stone and gain the ‘gift of the gab', Adare, Bunratty Folk Park, Cliffs Cliffs of Moher Co. Wicklow ▼ of Moher, the Burren, Connemara and Kylemore Abbey Bunratty VIEW St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, 1 LIMERICK King John's Castle and St. Mary's Adare WATERFORD Cathedral in Limerick 1 New SEE the Cathedral of Galway Ross SCENIC DRIVE along the Ring 2 KILLARNEY Youghal of Kerry Ring of Temple Bar, Dublin Kerry Blarney START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 126

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE DUBLIN – AFTERNOON 7 CONNEMARA EXCURSION Connemara's Start End Twin Start End Twin SIGHTSEEING Write your own lively tale of 'savage beauty' is yours to explore today as we Dublin Dublin Share Dublin Dublin Share legends and iconic landscapes during this epic tread in the footsteps of Oscar Wilde who encounter with Ireland's treasures. We begin our described its “wild mountainous splendour” as FR 05 APR SU 14 APR 2375 FR 12 JUL SU 21 JUL 2475 journey in the whimsical capital of Dublin, joining magnificent. Admire the views on the scenic TU 09 APR TH 18 APR 2375 TU 16 JUL TH 25 JUL 2475 a Local Specialist to see the sights. Irish history drive to Kylemore Abbey, now a Benedictine FR 12 APR SU 21 APR 2375 FR 19 JUL SU 28 JUL 2475 takes centre stage this evening as we visit monastery, where we will embark on an TU 16 APR TH 25 APR 2375 TU 23 JUL TH 01 AUG 2475 Glasnevin Trust for an informative and poignant included visit to the country's most romantic FR 19 APR SU 28 APR 2375 FR 26 JUL SU 04 AUG 2475 tour with a Local Specialist. Our visit will 'Make A castle and walk through its exquisite Victorian TU 23 APR TH 02 MAY 2395 TU 30 JUL TH 08 AUG 2475 Difference' to its efforts to preserve Irish history Walled Garden. (FB, D) FR 26 APR SU 05 MAY 2395 and we'll hear stories about some of the country's TU 30 APR TH 09 MAY 2425 FR 02 AUG SU 11 AUG 2475 bravest characters over a Welcome Reception of 8 GALWAY – KNOCK – SLIGO Our journey takes TU 06 AUG TH 15 AUG 2475 drinks and canapés with our fellow travellers and us to Westport House where we'll 'Connect With FR 03 MAY SU 12 MAY 2425 FR 09 AUG SU 18 AUG 2475 Travel Director. (WR) Hotel: Maldron Parnell Locals' and indulge in a memorable 'Be My TU 07 MAY TH 16 MAY 2425 TU 13 AUG TH 22 AUG 2475 Square/Clayton Ballsbridge Guest' morning tea with tales of the Pirate FR 10 MAY SU 19 MAY 2425 FR 16 AUG SU 25 AUG 2475 Queen, and enjoy Banoffee and Baileys flavours TU 14 MAY TH 23 MAY 2425 TU 20 AUG TH 29 AUG 2475 2 DUBLIN – CO. WICKLOW – NEW ROSS in the Drawing Room of this stately 18th-century FR 17 MAY SU 26 MAY 2425 FR 23 AUG SU 01 SEP 2475 – WATERFORD Journey through the scenic home. Heading north, we stop in the pilgrimage TU 21 MAY TH 30 MAY 2425 TU 27 AUG TH 05 SEP 2475 countryside of County Wicklow, The Garden of town of Knock to view the Marian Shrine where FR 24 MAY SU 02 JUN 2425 FR 30 AUG SU 08 SEP 2475 Ireland, and on to New Ross – the ancestral villagers witnessed an Apparition of Our Lady in TU 28 MAY TH 06 JUN 2475 home town of John F. Kennedy. 'Dive Into 1879. We arrive in Sligo this evening, our home FR 31 MAY SU 09 JUN 2475 TU 03 SEP TH 12 SEP 2475 Culture' and gain insights into the plight of the for the night. (FB, L,  ) Hotel: Clayton FR 06 SEP SU 15 SEP 2475 starving Irish emigrants who boarded the TU 04 JUN TH 13 JUN 2475 TU 10 SEP TH 19 SEP 2475 Dunbrody Famine Ship to flee the potato 9 SLIGO – DUBLIN Our journey continues south FR 07 JUN SU 16 JUN 2475 FR 13 SEP SU 22 SEP 2475 famine. We continue to Waterford, where we'll to Dublin. Here we'll enjoy some free time to TU 11 JUN TH 20 JUN 2475 TU 17 SEP TH 26 SEP 2475 stay overnight. This afternoon, we celebrate the take a walk down Grafton Street or stroll along FR 14 JUN SU 23 JUN 2475 FR 20 SEP SU 29 SEP 2475 centuries-old craft of flint glass creations, as we the Liffey. This evening, we close the chapter on TU 18 JUN TH 27 JUN 2475 TU 24 SEP TH 03 OCT 2450 'Dive Into Culture' at the House of Waterford an epic journey through Ireland, joining our FR 21 JUN SU 30 JUN 2475 FR 27 SEP SU 06 OCT 2425 Crystal, witnessing talented master craftsmen fellow travellers for a memorable Farewell TU 25 JUN TH 04 JUL 2475 at work. (FB, D,  ) Hotel: Fitzwilton/Marina Dinner. (FB, FD) Hotel: Clayton Dublin Airport FR 28 JUN SU 07 JUL 2475 TU 01 OCT TH 10 OCT 2395 FR 04 OCT SU 13 OCT 2375 TU 02 JUL TH 11 JUL 2475 TU 08 OCT TH 17 OCT 2375 FR 05 JUL SU 14 JUL 2475 FR 11 OCT SU 20 OCT 2375 TU 09 JUL TH 18 JUL 2475 Single Supplement (add to price above): US$490 p.p. 3 10WATERFORD – YOUGHAL – BLARNEY – DEPART DUBLIN After a hearty Irish breakfast, Young traveller discount: KILLARNEY (2 NIGHTS) Journey via Youghal, we bid our Travel Director and fellow travellers a SAVE US$240 Sir Walter Raleigh's home town, then pursue the fond farewell as our Irish holiday comes to an end. ‘gift of the gab' at Blarney Castle, where you'll Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (FB) Multiple trip discount: have a chance to kiss the famous stone. Arrive SAVE up to US$62 in Killarney for a two-night stay. (FB, D) Hotel: Killarney Towers/Hotel Killarney EARLY BIRD Triple room discount: GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND SAVINGS SAVE US$10 p.p. 4 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Ireland's TRIP Highlights soul-stirring Ring of Kerry takes centre stage SAVE Past guests: today as we embark on a scenic drive past its Here’s just a sample of the many special US$248 p.p. Unlock VIP benefits mountains, lakes and lush green countryside – handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included unquestionably one of the most scenic routes in in your trip. TripMORE ABOUT YOUR Ireland. We'll see Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, CONNECT WITH LOCALS Moll's Gap and Black Valley, whose remoteness saw it become the last area in Ireland to Enjoy a traditional Be My Guest High Tea receive electricity. (FB) hosted in the Drawing Room of a stately * All prices are per person, twin share. 5 KILLARNEY – ADARE – BUNRATTY – 18th-century home near the charming town of LIMERICK We continue through the windswept Westport. (Day 8) Airport transfers: On arrival at Dublin Airport countryside, arriving in Adare, one of the transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. prettiest villages in Ireland. Our next stop is DIVE INTO CULTURE Guests arriving later should make their own way Limerick, where we'll enjoy views of St. Mary's to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day Cathedral, the Treaty Stone and the 13th- Explore the tragic history of Ireland's famine will arrive at Dublin Airport at 7am, 9am and 11am. century King John's Castle during an emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel orientation tour. Delve into an Ireland of old, as Experience, a replica of one of the original Director and Driver, US$97 per person. you discover the day-to-day life of the Irish famine ships used in the 1800s. (Day 2) during the 18th and 19th centuries on your Learn how delicate Irish crystal is crafted TRIP CODE: IRBO included visit to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park this afternoon. (FB) Hotel: Maldron/Greenhills 6 LIMERICK – CLIFFS OF MOHER – GALWAY at the House of Waterford Crystal during a (2 NIGHTS) We journey to the magnificent workshop tour. (Day 2) Cliffs of Moher which plunge over 200 metres into the Atlantic waters below. Gain insights MAKE A DIFFERENCE into the history of these imposing sheer cliffs during a visit to the 'Atlantic Edge' exhibition. Visit to the Glasnevin Cemetery Museum in Later, we arrive in Galway with some time at Dublin, where an expert historian will reveal leisure to see its beautiful stone Cathedral or the cemetery's importance to Irish history stroll through Eyre Square. (FB) and explain how your visit helps fund its Hotel: Connacht preservation. (Day 1) WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 127 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

ICONIC IRELAND AND ASHFORD CASTLE 10 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 16 MEALS | FROM US$2950pp* BOARD 'THE ISLE OF INNISFREE', ACROSS THE SHIMMERING LOUGH CORRIB TO ELEGANT ASHFORD CASTLE, ONCE HOME TO THE FAMOUS GUINNESS FAMILY AND THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR ICONIC JOURNEY. ▼ THE Icons Connemara 1 ASHFORD CASTLE WALKING TOUR in Killarney Kylemore DUBLIN 1 2 National Park Abbey CITY TOUR in Dublin 2 GALWAY ORIENTATION of Killarney ▼ and Galway ▼ Cliffs of Moher▼ VISIT Powerscourt Gardens, IRELAND Co. Kilkenny St. Patrick's Cathedral and Trinity College in Dublin, Blarney Castle, FERRY Torc Waterfall, the Cliffs of Moher and Kylemore Abbey KILLARNEY CRUISE on Lough Corrib 2 Blarney VIEW Galway Cathedral Ring of CORK 1 SEE Dublin's Georgian Squares Kerry SCENIC DRIVE around the Ring START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING of Kerry END Lake Corrib at Ashford Castle 128

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE DUBLIN (2 NIGHTS) The Emerald Isle dramatic cliffs that rise 200 metres above the Start End Twin Start End Twin puts its best foot forward in this iconic pounding Atlantic and survey endless ocean Dublin Dublin Share Dublin Dublin Share exploration of its breathtaking landscapes and views. We continue to Galway for a two-night SU 07 APR TU 16 APR 2950 SU 14 JUL TU 23 JUL 3225 whimsical charm. We kick off our epic journey stay. (FB, D) Hotel: Maldron Sandy Road SU 14 APR TU 23 APR 2950 SU 21 JUL TU 30 JUL 3225 along the walled gardens and rambling walks SU 21 APR TU 30 APR 2950 SU 28 JUL TU 06 AUG 3225 SU 28 APR TU 07 MAY 3225 SU 04 AUG TU 13 AUG 3225 of Powerscourt Gardens – its sweeping 7 CONNEMARA EXCURSION A rugged realm of SU 05 MAY TU 14 MAY 3225 SU 11 AUG TU 20 AUG 3225 terraces, ornamental lakes and over mountains, lakes, rivers and villages provides SU 12 MAY TU 21 MAY 3225 SU 18 AUG TU 27 AUG 3225 200 varieties of trees and shrubs ensure it a stunning backdrop for our leisurely drive SU 19 MAY TU 28 MAY 3225 SU 25 AUG TU 03 SEP 3225 befits its status as one of the most beautiful SU 26 MAY TU 04 JUN 3225 gardens in Ireland. Enjoy a Welcome Reception through Connemara – an unspoilt region of SU 01 SEP TU 10 SEP 3225 this evening to get to know your fellow Western Ireland that was immortalised in SU 08 SEP TU 17 SEP 3225 travellers. (WR) Hotel: Clayton Ballsbridge John Wayne's ‘The Quiet Man'. We'll visit SU 02 JUN TU 11 JUN 3225 SU 15 SEP TU 24 SEP 3225 Kylemore Abbey and ramble through its SU 09 JUN TU 18 JUN 3225 SU 22 SEP TU 01 OCT 3225 exquisite Victorian walled garden, then 'Dive SU 16 JUN TU 25 JUN 3225 SU 29 SEP TU 08 OCT 2950 SU 23 JUN TU 02 JUL 3225 DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Into Culture' at the Connemara Marble SU 30 JUN TU 09 JUL 3225 SU 06 OCT TU 15 OCT 2950 Lyrics and legends await this morning as we Factory, to see master craftsmen carve SU 13 OCT TU 22 OCT 2950 2 SU 07 JUL TU 16 JUL 3225 join a Local Specialist on a city tour to visit Connemara marble. (FB, D,  ) St. Patrick's Cathedral, where Jonathan Swift was once installed as Dean. We admire the Single Supplement (add to price above): US$960 p.p. colourful doorways in the stately Georgian 8 GALWAY – ASHFORD CASTLE This morning, Exceptions 28 Apr 19 to 22 Sep 19: US$1090 p.p. Squares and stroll along the cobbled enjoy an orientation tour including views of courtyard of Trinity College and enjoy priority the stone Cathedral in Galway. Board 'The Isle access to see the Book of Kells. Enjoy the rest of Innisfree' for an exclusive cruise on of the day at leisure to soak up the charisma shimmering Lough Corrib. Captain Patrick, Young traveller discount: of this city. Wander along Grafton Street and Ashford Castle's Local Specialist, will share his SAVE US$310 see its lively performers, stop for a pint of the local knowledge as you glide through its 'Black Stuff' in Temple Bar or relax in the peaceful waters. Upon disembarking, a lone Multiple trip discount: 'Playground of Dublin', Phoenix Park. (FB) piper will escort you over the drawbridge to EARLY BIRD SAVE up to US$81 Ashford Castle, one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With SAVINGS Stories', where tonight you will dine as lords Past guests: DUBLIN – CO. KILKENNY – CORK We leave and ladies at an elegant royal dining SAVE Unlock VIP benefits 3 the hospitality of Dublin behind for County experience (gentlemen are requested to wear US$323 p.p. Kilkenny where we delve into the history of a a jacket). (FB, D,  ) Hotel: Ashford Castle 'lost' medieval town – Newtown Jerpoint. Take a step back in time to the 12th century and wander through its remains which are 9 ASHFORD CASTLE – DUBLIN Indulge in the TRIP Highlights said to be the final resting place of St. sumptuous surrounds of Ashford Castle. Stroll Nicholas. Later, you'll join the O'Connells at around its exquisite estate and admire lavish Here’s just a sample of the many special their home, Belmore House. Embrace the interiors before returning to Dublin. Spend handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in peaceful rural setting – the perfect backdrop the rest of the afternoon delving into the your trip. GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND to 'Connect With Locals' over a Be My Guest centuries-old history of the Irish capital. This lunch. Inspired by Irish food and the warmth of evening, it's time to reminisce over shared CONNECT WITH LOCALS our hosts, we continue south to the lively city memories at a delicious Farewell Dinner. of Cork, enjoying a free evening to discover its (FB, FD) Hotel: Maldron Parnell Square Travel to 12th-century Ireland and explore the remains of the Lost Town of Newtown Jerpoint sights, sounds and flavours. (FB, L,  ) 10 DEPART DUBLIN As the curtain falls on a followed by a hearty Irish Be My Guest lunch with Hotel: Maldron Shandon memorable journey with new friends, we say a the O'Connells and a spot of Eton Mess. (Day 3) 4 CORK – BLARNEY – KILLARNEY (2 NIGHTS) fond slán go fóill to Dublin and the Emerald Isle. STAYS WITH STORIES Head to Blarney in pursuit of the 'gift of the Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (FB) Built by the de Burgo family in the early 13th gab'. Kiss the fabled Stone then head west to TripMORE ABOUT YOUR century, Ashford Castle is set in 140 hectares, on the lakeside setting of Killarney, our the picturesque shores of Lough Corrib. (Day 8) springboard to the enduring beauty of the Ring of Kerry. (FB, D) Hotel: Killarney Towers DIVE INTO CULTURE 5 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Spend a * All prices are per person, twin share. Visit a Connemara Marble factory to see how this leisurely morning exploring Killarney or join a vivid green-coloured stone has been crafted into Local Specialist for a scenic guided walk at Room Type: Triple Rooms are not available on jewellery and figurines for generations. (Day 7) Torc Waterfall, strolling over wooden paths this trip and lakeshore trails. Circle the scenic Ring of This trip will be operated in conjunction with Ashford Castle Kerry, admiring its famous “forty shades of our sister company and Celtic Specialists – green” and seeing first-hand the scenic Brendan Vacations. Dating back to 1228, iconic Ashford Castle has landscapes that have inspired writers and Airport transfers: On arrival to Dublin Airport housed earls, princes and the dynastic Guinness poets for centuries. (FB) transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. family. Recently reopened after refurbishment, this Guests arriving later should make their own way award-winning hotel is one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Please Note: This leisurely paced walk to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel Stories' and is owned and operated by our sister meanders over wooded paths and lakeshore day will arrive at Dublin Airport at 7am, 9am company, The Red Carnation Hotel Collection. trails. Walkers should wear good walking shoes and 11am. for a stroll through picturesque surrounds. Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver, US$97 per person. 6 KILLARNEY – CLIFFS OF MOHER – GALWAY (2 NIGHTS) Our up-close encounter with TRIP CODE: BRAC Ireland's ravishing beauty not yet at its end, we journey north for a walk along the iconic Cliffs of Moher, an extraordinary feature of the famous Wild Atlantic Way. Admire the WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 129 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

NEW SHAMROCKS AND LEPRECHAUNS 10 DAYS | 2 COUNTRIES | 14 MEALS | FROM US$2750pp* ONE FOR THE STORY BOOKS, EVERYTHING'S EIRÉ ABOUT THIS GRAND FAMILY ADVENTURE THROUGH THE EMERALD ISLE, WHICH WILL SEE YOU PLAY THE GAME OF THRONES AND ENCOUNTER LEPRECHAUNS AND GIANTS ALONG THE WAY. Giants Causeway THE Icons Excursion CITY TOUR of Dublin, Belfast Londonderry and Londonderry ▼N. IRELAND 2 BELFAST ▼ ▼ ORIENTATION of Limerick 1 SLIGO VISIT the Giant's Causeway, Titanic Visitor's ▼ COUNTY DOWN 1 ▼ Centre in Belfast and the Flying Boat Museum in Foynes ▼ VIEW St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, King IRELAND DUBLIN 1 1 John's Castle and St. Mary's Cathedral in Limerick Cliffs of Moher 1 LIMERICK SEE Dublin's Georgian Squares SCENIC DRIVE of the Ring of Kerry 2 CO. KERRY Irish Leprechaun Ring of Blarney Kerry COLOUR IN MAP START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 130

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE DUBLIN AND AFTERNOON 6 SLIGO – CLIFFS OF MOHER – LIMERICK We Start End Twin Start End Twin SIGHTSEEING You're in for a grand time on 'Connect With Locals' and join the Feeneys on Dublin Dublin Share Dublin Dublin Share this family jaunt through the Emerald Isle, their sheep farm located on the edge of the SU 07 APR TU 16 APR 2750 SU 28 JUL TU 06 AUG 2795 SU 14 APR TU 23 APR 2795 which begins in Dublin. Explore the lively Irish scenic Wild Atlantic Way. Martin will teach you SU 04 AUG TU 13 AUG 2795 capital with your clan in tow before meeting the art of sheepdog handling and you'll learn SU 26 MAY TU 04 JUN 2795 SU 11 AUG TU 20 AUG 2795 SU 18 AUG TU 27 AUG 2795 your Travel Director and fellow travellers this about the role and use of wool on the farm. SU 09 JUN TU 18 JUN 2795 SU 25 AUG TU 03 SEP 2795 afternoon for a Kick-Off Party and sightseeing You may even get to cuddle puppies before a SU 23 JUN TU 02 JUL 2795 tour with your Local Specialist. View St. delicious Be My Guest morning tea with this Patrick's Cathedral, the stately Georgian warm couple. We head to the sheer Cliffs of SU 21 JUL TU 30 JUL 2795 SU 15 SEP TU 24 SEP 2795 Squares and Trinity College. (KP) Moher next and admire how they rise over 200 Single Supplement (add to price above): US$890 p.p. Hotel: The Belvedere metres from the pounding surf below. This evening, consider an Optional Excursion to Bunratty Folk Park or the Knappogue 2 DUBLIN – CO. DOWN COAST No need to Medieval Banquet. (FB, ) Hotel: Maldron Young traveller discount: follow the rainbow for this morning's chance SAVE US$270 encounter with Ireland's lucky little people. Visit the home of the last remaining LIMERICK – CO. KERRY (TRALEE) Triple room discount: leprechauns with a Local Specialist and learn 7 (2 NIGHTS) Your first stop today is the Flying SAVE US$190 p.p. how your belief in their existence keeps them alive. Journey to County Down, arriving at Boat Museum in Foynes. 'Dive Into Culture' as EARLY BIRD Quad room discount: you board a replica Boeing 314 to experience SAVINGS SAVE up to US$290 the Slieve Donard Resort and Spa, one of life as a passenger. This afternoon, head to Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' and your Tralee, where you'll have an opportunity to SAVE Past guests: home for the night. Spend the afternoon at climb to the top of the Blennerville Windmill US$280 p.p. Unlock VIP benefits leisure strolling along the waterfront or and gain insights into the role of this working relaxing at the pool of this lovingly windmill. Dinner is at your hotel this evening. maintained Victorian hotel, where you will (FB, D, ) Hotel: Manor West/Brandon also enjoy dinner tonight. (FB, D, ) Hotel: Slieve Donard Resort & Spa 8 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Admire TRIP Highlights CO. DOWN COAST – BELFAST SIGHTSEEING Ireland's enduring scenic beauty on one of the (2 NIGHTS) It's time to play the Game of most beautiful drives in the world. Circling the 3 spectacular Ring of Kerry, we see mountains, Thrones. After a leisurely start to your day, valleys, lakes and sea blend into a landscape Here’s just a sample of the many special head to ‘Winterfell Castle Archery Range' that has inspired writers and poets for handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in movie set for behind-the-scenes insights into centuries. The afternoon is free to explore your trip. this award-winning series. Dress in costumes Killarney on your own. (FB) from the program and try your hand at FAMILY FUN shooting medieval arrows using ancient bows. Snap a selfie or two, then head to 9 CO. KERRY (TRALEE) – DUBLIN Visit Blarney Become a medieval archer... dress the part and GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND Belfast, your home for the next two nights, Castle and secure your ‘gift of the gab' after try your hand at hitting the bullseye. (Day 3) kissing its Blarney Stone, then journey through where you'll delve into the crossroads of the lush landscapes and counties to the capital, CONNECT WITH LOCALS British and Irish culture during an introductory sightseeing tour with a Local Dublin. Our shamrock shenanigans nearing their On the edge of the Wild Atlantic Way at the end, we join our fellow travellers and Travel Feeney's sheep farm, where you'll learn about Specialist. See the City Hall, Queen's Director for a rousing Farewell Dinner tonight to life on the farm before a Be My Guest morning University and the Parliament buildings, then tea. (Day 6) admire the colourful murals that line the city reminisce over the fun we've had with our family and newfound friends. (FB, FD) STAYS WITH STORIES streets, an enduring symbol of Northern Hotel: The Belvedere Ireland, depicting the region's political and County Down's Slieve Donard Resort and Spa religious divisions. (FB) Hotel: Grand Central features Victorian architecture and a beautiful DEPART DUBLIN For now, it's time to say a coastal landscape. (Day 2) BELFAST – GIANTS CAUSEWAY EXCURSION 10 fond slán abhaile to your fellow travellers as Tread in the footsteps of Finn MacCool – his DIVE INTO CULTURE 4 you close the curtain on an unforgettable journey through the Emerald Isle. Airport Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic geometric Giant's Causeway more the stuff of transfers are available. Conditions apply. (FB) Belfast visitor attraction and monument in legends than the result of ancient volcanic Belfast. (Day 5) activity which left its mark on the Northern Visit Foynes Flying Boat Museum, the only Irish coast. Admire the 40,000 interlocking dedicated flying boat museum in the world, to gain basalt columns that fade into the sea, then TripMORE ABOUT YOUR insight into the rich history of aviation. (Day 7) journey through the enchanting tunnel of the Dark Hedges. After a day of myths, legends * All prices are per person, twin share. and Hollywood blockbusters, consider Shared Rooming: Room Share is not available on tucking into an optional Fish and Chips this trip. Single rooms are not available unless pub dinner. (FB) travelling as part of a family group. Airport transfers: On arrival to Dublin Airport 5 BELFAST – LONDONDERRY – SLIGO 'Dive transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. Into Culture' at the Titanic Belfast Visitor Guests arriving later should make their own way Centre and gain a new perspective into the to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day world's most famous ship and the tragedy will arrive at Dublin Airport at 7am, 9am and 11am. that befell it. Then, journey to Londonderry, Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel where we join a Local Specialist who will take Director and Driver, US$143 per person. us on a stroll along its ancient walls. We continue to Sligo, where we'll dine in our TRIP CODE: FSIA hotel tonight. (FB, D, ) Hotel: Clayton KP Kick-Off Party L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 131 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

IRISH EXPERIENCE 11 DAYS | 2 COUNTRIES | 16 MEALS | FROM US$2595pp* ENCOUNTER THE NATURAL WONDERS OF THE GIANT'S CAUSEWAY AND THE CLIFFS OF MOHER. MEET A LOCAL CABBIE IN BELFAST, VISIT KYLEMORE ABBEY AND TRAVEL THROUGH THE LUSH GARDEN OF IRELAND, COUNTY WICKLOW. Giant's Causeway 2 THE Icons LONDONDERRY CITY TOUR in Dublin, Belfast and BELFAST 1 Londonderry N. IRELAND ORIENTATION of Galway and Belleek Waterford ▼ VISIT the Glasnevin Trust in Dublin, Kylemore IRELAND ▼ Abbey ▼ the Titanic Museum, the UNESCO World Heritage site at the Giant's Causeway, Connemara 2 GALWAY DUBLIN 1 1 Belleek to see how the famous pottery is made, Kylemore Abbey, the Cliffs of Moher, Cliffs of Moher Co. Wicklow Blarney to kiss the stone and gain the ‘gift of the gab', the Crystal Showroom at Waterford Lahinch KILKENNY and the Famine Ship in New Ross 1 FERRY NewRoss VIEW St Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, Waterford Queens University in Belfast, the City 2 ▼KILLARNEY Walls and Murals of Londonderry, Blarney Connemara and the Cathedral of Galway RKinegrroyf SCENIC DRIVE along the Ring of Kerry START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END Seaside Foraging, Connect With Locals 132

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE DUBLIN AND AFTERNOON tranquil Shannon River estuary. Then, Start End Twin Start End Twin SIGHTSEEING Embrace your playful side and continue through County Kerry to your hotel Dublin Dublin Share Dublin Dublin Share discover the lively Irish capital before meeting in Killarney, where we'll have an evening at SU 14 APR WE 24 APR 2595 SU 21 JUL WE 31 JUL 2675 your Travel Director and fellow travellers this leisure or join in the craic at an optional Irish SU 21 APR WE 01 MAY 2595 SU 28 JUL WE 07 AUG 2675 SU 28 APR WE 08 MAY 2650 afternoon for a sightseeing tour with your SU 04 AUG WE 14 AUG 2675 Local Specialist. View St. Patrick's Cathedral, ceilidh. (FB, L,  ) Hotel: Killarney Towers/ SU 05 MAY WE 15 MAY 2650 SU 11 AUG WE 21 AUG 2675 Hotel Killarney SU 12 MAY WE 22 MAY 2650 SU 18 AUG WE 28 AUG 2675 the stately Georgian Squares and Trinity SU 19 MAY WE 29 MAY 2650 SU 25 AUG WE 04 SEP 2675 College. We enjoy a Welcome Reception of SU 26 MAY WE 05 JUN 2650 canapés and drinks this evening, joining a 8 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION The soul- SU 01 SEP WE 11 SEP 2650 Local Specialist at the Glasnevin Trust to hear stirring landscapes of Iveragh Peninsula SU 02 JUN WE 12 JUN 2650 SU 08 SEP WE 18 SEP 2650 how our visit 'Makes A Difference' to the feature on our scenic coastal drive around the SU 09 JUN WE 19 JUN 2650 SU 15 SEP WE 25 SEP 2650 Trust's efforts to preserve Irish history. (WR) Ring of Kerry. En route, we will see Killorglin, SU 16 JUN WE 26 JUN 2650 SU 22 SEP WE 02 OCT 2650 Hotel: Mespil famous for its annual 'Puck Fair', as well as SU 23 JUN WE 03 JUL 2650 SU 29 SEP WE 09 OCT 2595 SU 30 JUN WE 10 JUL 2675 Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, the fishing SU 06 OCT WE 16 OCT 2595 village of Waterville, the Black Valley and SU 13 OCT WE 23 OCT 2595 DUBLIN – BELFAST Leaving the cosmopolitan Moll's Gap. (FB, D) SU 07 JUL WE 17 JUL 2675 2 streets of Dublin behind, we travel to Belfast, SU 14 JUL WE 24 JUL 2675 where we'll have some free time for lunch. Later, KILLARNEY – BLARNEY – WATERFORD Single Supplement (add to price above): US$660 p.p. we meet our Local Specialist 'Cabbie' for an – KILKENNY Today we acquire the 'gift of the insider view of the city's living history on a 9 journey through its vibrant streets in a real Black Cab. Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure, gab', bending over backwards to kiss the Young traveller discount: or perhaps join an Optional Experience. (FB) Blarney Stone before we travel to Waterford SAVE US$260 Hotel: Park Inn via Youghal. Admire the delicate creations of fine crystal during a visit to the House of Multiple trip discount: Waterford Crystal where we will 'Dive Into SAVE up to US$67 Culture' and witness a demonstration by BELFAST – GIANT’S CAUSEWAY – master craftsmen. This evening, we arrive in EARLY BIRD Triple room discount: 3 LONDONDERRY (2 NIGHTS) 'Dive Into Kilkenny. (FB,  ) Hotel: Hotel Kilkenny SAVINGS SAVE US$10p.p. Culture' during a visit to the award-winning SAVE Past guests: Titanic Belfast Visitor Centre . Then, travel to the US$268 p.p. Unlock VIP benefits Giant's Causeway. 'Make A Difference' by helping 10 KILKENNY – NEW ROSS – CO. WICKLOW – to conserve this iconic natural landmark. Take DUBLIN Our first stop today is in New Ross, some time to admire the natural spectacle of where we'll see the monument to John F. 40,000 interlocking basalt columns before Kennedy, who visited his ancestral family continuing to Londonderry. (FB,  ) hometown in 1963. We 'Dive Into Culture' and Hotel: Everglades gain insights into the tragic plight of Irish emigrants during the potato famine of the TRIP Highlights 1800s on our visit to the nearby three-masted LONDONDERRY SIGHTSEEING AND FREE Famine Ship Dunbrody. Journey through the Here’s just a sample of the many special 4 TIME Join your Local Specialist for a walk lush Irish countryside of County Wicklow, the handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND your trip. along the 17th-century city walls and see the Garden of Ireland, and back to Dublin later. formerly turbulent Bogside neighbourhood, Here we'll spend our final evening at a CONNECT WITH LOCALS with its street murals depicting the history of Farewell Dinner with our travel companions the 'Troubles'. Spend the afternoon on your sharing stories of a memorable journey Go foraging with Oonagh and enjoy the fruits own or consider joining an Optional through Ireland. (FB, FD,  ) of what you've found at a Be My Guest lunch at Experience to Inishowen Peninsula. This Hotel: Roganstown the O'Brien's homely Barrtra Seafood restaurant evening we dine at our hotel. (FB, D) overlooking beautiful Liscannor Bay. (Day 7) 5 LONDONDERRY – BELLEEK – GALWAY 11 DEPART DUBLIN It's time to say a fond DIVE INTO CULTURE (2 NIGHTS) In Belleek, we 'Dive Into Culture' farewell to Ireland and newfound friends as you prepare to end your wonderful Irish Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic and watch talented pottery craftsmen create experience. Transfers are available. Belfast visitor attraction and monument in exquisite collectables. Arrive in Galway Conditions apply. (FB) Belfast. (Day 3) later. (FB,  ) Hotel: Maldron See traditional craftsmen at work at the Belleek Pottery Visitor Centre, one of the oldest working 6 CONNEMARA EXCURSION We explore the TripMORE ABOUT YOUR potteries in the world. (Day 5) rugged beauty of Connemara, captured in the Learn how Irish crystal is crafted at the House of film ‘The Quiet Man' with John Wayne and * All prices are per person, twin share. Waterford Crystal during a demonstration. (Day 9) Maureen O'Hara. We arrive at Kylemore Abbey Airport transfers: On arrival to Dublin Airport Explore the tragic history of Ireland's famine later to visit the country's most romantic castle. transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. emigration at the Dunbrody Famine Ship Returning to Galway, we enjoy some free time to Guests arriving later should make their own way Experience, a replica of one of the original ships explore its imposing stone Cathedral or stroll to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel used in the 1800s. (Day 10) through Eyre Square. (FB, D) day will arrive at Dublin Airport at 7am, 9am and 11am. MAKE A DIFFERENCE 7 GALWAY – CLIFFS OF MOHER – SHANNON Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel ESTUARY FERRY – KILLARNEY (2 NIGHTS) Director and Driver, US$107 per person. The Glasnevin Cemetery Museum in Dublin, See the imposing sheer Cliffs of Moher rise you'll learn about the cemetery's importance to over 200 metres above the pounding sea TRIP CODE: IREX Irish history and how your visit helps to fund the below and learn about the history of these cemetery's preservation. (Day 1) natural phenomena during a visit to the 'Atlantic Edge' exhibition. We 'Connect With Locals' and join Oonagh to forage for ingredients that will be used to create our Be My Guest lunch at Barrtra Seafood restaurant along the world famous Wild Atlantic Way. Enjoy spectacular views of the dramatic coastline before boarding a ferry across the WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 133 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

AMAZING IRELAND 14 DAYS | 2 COUNTRIES | 18 MEALS | FROM US$3275pp* ENJOY A LEISURELY EXPLORATION OF IRELAND, FROM WATERFORD IN THE SOUTH TO THE NORTHERN MYTHICAL LAND OF FINN MACCOOL, THE GIANT WHOSE ‘CAUSEWAY' ENJOYS WORLD HERITAGE SITE STATUS. Giantʼs THE Icons Causeway CITY TOUR in Belfast, Londonderry COUNTY Londonderry DONEGAL and Dublin 2 ORIENTATION of Donegal, Galway, ▼ ▼ BELFAST 2 Cork and Waterford N. IRELAND VISIT the Titanic Belfast, the Giant's Belleek Causeway, Belleek pottery, Kylemore Abbey, Connemara, Cliffs of Moher, ▼ Blarney Castle, the John F. Kennedy Arboretum and the Dunbrody Famine Knock IRELAND ▼ Ship in New Ross and Waterford Crystal Connemara VIEW the Antrim Coast, W.B. Yeats Kylemore Abbey ▼ grave at Drumcliff, the Marian Shrine in Knock, Trinity College and the Georgian 2 GALWAY DUBLIN 1 2 Squares in Dublin Cliffs of Moher SEE City Hall in Belfast and the Kilkenny Cathedral of Galway FERRY New Ross SCENIC DRIVE around the Ring ▼ WATERFORD Co. of Kerry Blarney 2 Wexford Castle The Giant’s Causeway 2 ▼ Ring of ▼ Kerry Cork KILLARNEY START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 134

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 10ARRIVE DUBLIN Dublin is our first stop on this KILLARNEY – BLARNEY – CORK – Start End Twin Start End Twin epic journey, which begins as you join your WATERFORD (2 NIGHTS) Your ‘gift of the gab' Dublin Dublin Share Dublin Dublin Share Travel Director and travel companions on a secured after kissing the Blarney Stone, we canal boat for a Welcome Reception on SU 21 APR SA 04 MAY 3275 SU 14 JUL SA 27 JUL 3375 venture to Cork. Our final stop today is in SU 28 APR SA 11 MAY 3350 SU 21 JUL SA 03 AUG 3375 SU 28 JUL SA 10 AUG 3375 Dublin's 200-year-old Grand Canal. (WR) medieval Waterford where we'll spend the next SU 05 MAY SA 18 MAY 3350 Hotel: Maldron Kevin Street two nights. (FB) Hotel: Marina SU 12 MAY SA 25 MAY 3350 SU 04 AUG SA 17 AUG 3375 SU 19 MAY SA 01 JUN 3350 SU 11 AUG SA 24 AUG 3375 2 DUBLIN – BELFAST SIGHTSEEING AND AT 11 WATERFORD – KILKENNY EXCURSION A SU 26 MAY SA 08 JUN 3350 SU 18 AUG SA 31 AUG 3375 LEISURE (2 NIGHTS) Belfast beckons today leisurely start to your morning could see you SU 25 AUG SA 07 SEP 3350 and we journey to Northern Ireland for some stroll along Meagher's Quay, before you visit the SU 02 JUN SA 15 JUN 3375 time at leisure. Join a Local Specialist to view House of Waterford to 'Dive Into Culture' and SU 09 JUN SA 22 JUN 3375 SU 01 SEP SA 14 SEP 3350 the historic murals and see the City Hall. 'Dive witness the art of creating exquisite crystal. SU 16 JUN SA 29 JUN 3375 SU 08 SEP SA 21 SEP 3350 Into Culture' at the Titanic Belfast Visitor 'Dive Into Culture' again with a visit of Kilkenny SU 23 JUN SA 06 JUL 3375 SU 15 SEP SA 28 SEP 3350 Centre, gaining insights into the world's most Castle, an Anglo-Norman castle that sits SU 30 JUN SA 13 JUL 3375 SU 22 SEP SA 05 OCT 3350 famous ship and the tragedy that befell it. This majestically over the Nore River. We spend the SU 29 SEP SA 12 OCT 3350 evening, we dine in our hotel. (FB, D,  ) rest of the afternoon at leisure in Waterford, SU 07 JUL SA 20 JUL 3375 Hotel: Stormont though you may wish to join an Optional Experience trying your hand at Ireland's Single Supplement (add to price above): US$870 p.p. 3 GIANT'S CAUSEWAY EXCURSION Visit the national sport, ‘hurling'. (FB,  ) Giant's Causeway and 'Make A Difference' Young traveller discount: during your visit, which helps to conserve this 12 WATERFORD – WEXFORD – DUBLIN SAVE US$330 iconic landmark, the result of ancient (2 NIGHTS) Traverse beautiful County Wexford volcanic activity. (FB) to the John F. Kennedy Arboretum. We take a Multiple trip discount: step back in time to the 1800s as we visit the SAVE up to US$84 4 BELFAST – LONDONDERRY – COUNTY three-masted Famine Ship Dunbrody, where EARLY BIRD DONEGAL (2 NIGHTS) Traversing Northern we'll 'Dive Into Culture' and gain insights into SAVINGS Triple room discount: Ireland, we arrive at the old walled city of the tragic potato famine. This evening, we join SAVE US$30 p.p. Londonderry, where we join a Local Specialist the Fulvio family and 'Connect With Locals' over SAVE who will reveal the former struggles of the a Be My Guest dinner, savouring Irish fare with US$338 p.p. Past guests: region, during a visit to the People's Gallery of an Italian twist served at their Glenealy Unlock VIP benefits murals in Bogside. (FB, D) Hotel: Kees Farmhouse near Dublin. (FB, DW,  ,  ) Hotel: Maldron Parnell Square 5 BELLEEK EXCURSION – COUNTY DONEGAL ORIENTATION AND AT LEISURE Visit Belleek 13 DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING AND AT LEISURE We TRIP Highlights GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND where we'll 'Dive Into Culture' and learn about wander through Dublin this morning, joining a locally made Irish pottery. Then it's on to Local Specialist for a superb sightseeing tour Here’s just a sample of the many special Donegal for an afternoon at leisure. Consider that will see us view Trinity College and the handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in visiting the ancient Donegal Castle. (FB,  ) magnificent Georgian Squares. This evening, let your trip. the rousing sounds of a traditional Irish cabaret 6 COUNTY DONEGAL – KNOCK – GALWAY tempt you for an Optional Experience that will CONNECT WITH LOCALS (2 NIGHTS) In the pilgrimage town of Knock, have you dancing your way through the Dublin we visit the beautiful Marian Shrine where the streets (FB) Traditional Irish fare with an Italian twist is Virgin Mary, Saint Joseph, and John the served up at Glenealy Farmhouse near Dublin Evangelist are said to have made an 14 DEPART DUBLIN Our memorable journey with the charming Fulvio family on hand to share appearance to the townsfolk in 1879. We through Ireland is at its end. All that's left to say their story. (Day 12) continue to the harbour city of Galway before is slán abhaile to newfound friends as you enjoying dinner at our hotel. (FB, D) prepare to depart home. Transfers are DIVE INTO CULTURE Hotel: Maldron available. Conditions apply. (FB) Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic 7 CONNEMARA ORIENTATION AND GALWAY TripMORE ABOUT YOUR Belfast visitor attraction and monument in AT LEISURE The untamed landscapes of Belfast. (Day 2) Connemara provide a soul-stirring backdrop for * All prices are per person, twin share. See traditional craftsmen at work at the Belleek your scenic drive to Kylemore Abbey. This Pottery Visitor Centre, one of the oldest working afternoon spend free time in Galway. (FB) Airport transfers: On arrival to Dublin Airport potteries in the world. (Day 5) transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of 8 GALWAY – CLIFFS OF MOHER – SCENIC Guests arriving later should make their own way Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour. (Day 11) COASTAL ROUTE – KILLARNEY (2 NIGHTS) to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day Visit Kilkenny Castle, an 800-year-old Anglo- Our encounter with the rugged beauty of will arrive at Dublin Airport at 7am, 9am and 11am. Norman stronghold, to learn about its colourful Ireland continues as we see the spectacular Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel history. (Day 11) Cliffs of Moher plunging into the wild Atlantic Director and Driver, US$136 per person. over 200 metres below. This evening is yours to spend as you wish in Killarney, but perhaps we TRIP CODE: IRMZ can tempt you with a bit of craic at a traditional Irish ceilidh. (FB) Hotel: International 9 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Circle the MAKE A DIFFERENCE mystical Ring of Kerry. View the island's ancient history as you journey through Moll's Gap and In Northern Ireland, where your visit to Giant's take a moment to capture the marvellous Causeway helps conserve this iconic natural natural scenery at Ladies View. You'll have an landmark. (Day 3) evening off to explore on your own. (FB) WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 135 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

BEST OF IRELAND AND SCOTLAND 15 DAYS | 3 COUNTRIES | 20 MEALS | FROM US$3425pp* PRETTY PINK HEATHER HUES AND AN EMERALD GREEN LANDSCAPE DEFINE THE RUGGED BEAUTY OF SCOTLAND AND IRELAND – HOME TO ENDURING MYTHS AND LEGENDS, GRAND CASTLES, BLOODY BATTLES AND THE PERFECT SWING. ISLE OF SKYE Culloden 1 FERRY ▼ Loch SCOTTISH ▼Ness 1 HIGHLANDS Mallaig Glencoe Pitlochry THE Icons Loch St. Andrews CITY TOUR in Dublin, Londonderry, Lomond GLASGOW 22 Belfast and Edinburgh EDINBURGH Giantʼs ORIENTATION of Waterford, Causeway SCOTLAND LONDONDERRY Galway and Glasgow ▼ ▼1Larne Cairnryan VISIT the Irish National Stud, the FERRY Donegal Waterford Crystal showroom, Blarney Castle, Giant's Causeway, Titanic N.IRELAND 1 Museum, Pitlochry and Edinburgh Castle BELFAST VIEW Galway Cathedral, Eilean Donan 1 Castle, the battlefield of Culloden and ENNISCRONE the 18th green at St. Andrews IRELAND DUBLIN SEE St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin Galway 2 and Loch Lomond Kildare SCENIC DRIVE around the Ring CO. KERRY ▼ 2 1 WATERFORD of Kerry Ring of Bagpipes, Scotland Kerry Blarney START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 136

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE DUBLIN (2 NIGHTS) Delve into the 10 GLASGOW ORIENTATION Admire views of Start End Twin Start End Twin whimsy of the Irish capital, then join your George Square and the River Clyde, then head Dublin Edinburgh Share Dublin Edinburgh Share fellow travellers and Travel Director for a to Glengoyne whisky distillery. Here we'll SA 13 APR SA 27 APR 3425 l SA 20 JUL SA 03 AUG 3950 Welcome Reception at a traditional Irish pub. 'Dive Into Culture' and learn how whisky is SA 20 APR SA 04 MAY 3495 l MO 22 JUL MO 05 AUG 3950 (WR) Hotel: Ballsbridge/Mespil made, followed by a chance to sample a MO 22 APR MO 06 MAY 3625 l SA 27 JUL SA 10 AUG 3950 SA 27 APR SA 11 MAY 3625 l MO 29 JUL MO 12 AUG 3950 MO 29 APR MO 13 MAY 3650 wee dram. (FB,  ) l SA 03 AUG SA 17 AUG 3950 l MO 05 AUG MO 19 AUG 3950 2 DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME 11 GLASGOW – GLENCOE – ISLE OF SKYE SA 04 MAY SA 18 MAY 3650 l SA 10 AUG SA 24 AUG 3950 Drive through the streets of Dublin, joining Journey to the tragic site of the 1692 MO 06 MAY MO 20 MAY 3650 l MO 12 AUG MO 26 AUG 3950 your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour SA 11 MAY SA 25 MAY 3650 3795 past the stately Georgian Square and massacre of the MacDonalds at the ‘Glen of MO 13 MAY MO 27 MAY 3650 SA 17 AUG SA 31 AUG 3795 St. Patrick's Cathedral. Spend the rest of the Weeping'. Continue to Fort William at the foot SA 18 MAY SA 01 JUN 3650 MO 19 AUG MO 02 SEP 3695 day on your own or consider joining an of Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. At MO 20 MAY MO 03 JUN 3695 SA 24 AUG SA 07 SEP 3695 Optional Experience at an Irish cabaret. (FB) Glenfinnan, we see the viaduct and SA 25 MAY SA 08 JUN 3695 MO 26 AUG MO 09 SEP 3695 MO 27 MAY MO 10 JUN 3695 SA 31 AUG SA 14 SEP monument to the final Jacobite Rising. Then, SA 01 JUN SA 15 JUN 3695 MO 02 SEP MO 16 SEP 3695 cross by ferry to the Isle of Skye, where we'll MO 03 JUN MO 17 JUN 3725 SA 07 SEP SA 21 SEP 3695 3 DUBLIN – KILDARE – WATERFORD 'Dive Into spend this evening dining in our hotel. (FB, D) SA 08 JUN SA 22 JUN 3725 MO 09 SEP MO 23 SEP 3695 Culture' and explore Ireland's strong tradition Hotel: Dunollie/Kings Arms MO 10 JUN MO 24 JUN 3725 SA 14 SEP SA 28 SEP 3695 of breeding world-class thoroughbreds at the SA 15 JUN SA 29 JUN 3725 MO 16 SEP MO 30 SEP 3695 Irish National Stud Farm. We travel to the MO 17 JUN MO 01 JUL 3725 SA 21 SEP SA 05 OCT 3595 House of Waterford Crystal this afternoon and ISLE OF SKYE – LOCH NESS – CULLODEN SA 22 JUN SA 06 JUL 3725 MO 23 SEP MO 07 OCT 3595 'Dive Into Culture' yet again, witnessing 12 – SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS We leave the MO 24 JUN MO 08 JUL 3725 SA 28 SEP SA 12 OCT 3595 talented master craftsmen at work in their SA 29 JUN SA 13 JUL 3750 MO 30 SEP MO 14 OCT 3550 rugged beauty of Skye behind and venture workshop. (FB,  ) Hotel: Marina/Fitzwilton past Eilean Donan Castle before continuing along the banks of Loch Ness. See the bloody MO 01 JUL MO 15 JUL 3750 SA 05 OCT SA 19 OCT 3550 battlefield of Culloden. This evening we dine SA 06 JUL SA 20 JUL 3750 MO 07 OCT MO 21 OCT 3550 4 WATERFORD – BLARNEY – CO. KERRY at our hotel in the Scottish Highlands. (FB, D) MO 08 JUL MO 22 JUL 3750 SA 12 OCT SA 26 OCT 3550 (2 NIGHTS) Bend over backwards and kiss Hotel: Highlander SA 13 JUL SA 27 JUL 3750 SA 19 OCT SA 02 NOV 3550 the Blarney Stone to acquire the 'gift of the MO 15 JUL MO 29 JUL 3825 SA 26 OCT SA 09 NOV 3550 gab', before crossing the Kerry Mountains to Single Supplement (add to price above): US$860 p.p. County Kerry. We visit the working farms of US$900 p.p. Muckross, where we'll 'Connect With Locals' 13 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS – PITLOCHRY – Exceptions 01 Jul 19 to 31 Aug 19: US$830 p.p. over a Be My Guest dinner in the Quilles ST. ANDREWS – EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS) 02 Sep 19 to 26 Oct 19: Farmhouse. (FB, DW,  ) Hotel: Killarney Towers/Manor West Tralee Journey through the Scottish Highlands to St. Andrews and then Edinburgh. In August, 3 Edinburgh Tattoo 2-24 August 2019: We've included certain departures include tickets to the Tattoo tickets when you're in Edinburgh during spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo. (FB) these dates. See page 139 for further details. 5 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Embark on a Hotel: Novotel/Apex Haymarket soul-stirring journey around the ‘Ring of Kerry'. See Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, the Young traveller discount: GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley 14 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME SAVE US$370 and Moll's Gap. (FB) Join your Local Specialist for a guided sightseeing tour including a visit to Edinburgh Multiple trip discount: Castle. See the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace SAVE up to US$99 of Holyrood in the shadow of Arthur's Seat, 6 CO. KERRY – GALWAY – ENNISCRONE Drive and the new Scottish Parliament building. We EARLY BIRD Triple room discount: through Adare, one of Ireland's prettiest join our Travel Director and fellow travellers SAVINGS SAVE US$10 p.p. villages. The imposing stone cathedral, built for a Farewell Dinner. (FB, FD) on the site of an old prison, and Eyre Square SAVE Past guests: take centre stage on our next stop in Galway. US$395 p.p. Unlock VIP benefits This evening we dine in our hotel. (FB, D) 15 DEPART EDINBURGH For now it's time to Hotel: Ocean Sands/Harlequin say a fond farewell to Scotland and our newfound friends, at the end of an 7 ENNISCRONE – DONEGAL – LONDONDERRY unforgettable Celtic sojourn. Transfers are TRIP Highlights Head north to Donegal with its ‘Diamond' available. Conditions apply. (FB) Here’s just a sample of the many special centre before joining a Local Specialist in Please Note: Hotels in the Scottish Highlands handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in Londonderry to see the “Troubles” and on the Isle of Skye are generally simpler your trip. neighbourhood of Bogside. (FB) establishments typical of the region. Hotel: Everglades/City Accommodation on the Isle of Skye may be CONNECT WITH LOCALS 8 LONDONDERRY – GIANT’S CAUSEWAY substituted with accommodation on the It's 1930s Ireland revisited. Visit the working – BELFAST Tread in the footsteps of Finn mainland. All sightseeing will remain the farms of Muckross, taking you back to a time Mac Cool and along the other-worldly Giant's same as per the itinerary. of traditional farming where you'll meet the families, learn how to churn butter and enjoy a Causeway ‘steps' that descend into the sea. TripMORE ABOUT YOUR Be My Guest in the Quilles Farmhouse against the Your visit will 'Make A Difference' by helping backdrop of the lakes of Killarney. (Day 4) to conserve this iconic landmark. We arrive in Belfast later and visit the Titanic Belfast DIVE INTO CULTURE Visitor Centre, where we'll 'Dive Into Culture' and gain insights into the tragic story of the * All prices are per person, twin share. Learn how Irish crystal is crafted at the House of famous ship. (FB,  ) Airport transfers: On arrival at Dublin Airport Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour. (Day 3) Hotel:  Stormont/ Maldron transfers will operate at 8.30am, 11am and 1pm. Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction and monument in 9 BELFAST – GLASGOW (2 NIGHTS) Join your Guests arriving later should make their own way Belfast. (Day 8) Local Specialist this morning for an included to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day city tour to Queen's University and City Hall. will arrive at Edinburgh Airport at 7am and 9am. We board our ferry at Larne and cross to Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Cairnryan in Scotland, driving to Glasgow. (FB) Director and Driver, US$146 per person. Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn City Centre/Glynhill TRIP CODE: BIAS WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 137 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

BEST OF SCOTLAND 7 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 10 MEALS | FROM US$1750pp* TRAVEL FROM SCOTLAND'S LITERARY CAPITAL, EDINBURGH AND GLASGOW TO THE BATTLEFIELDS OF CULLODEN AND GLENCOE, AS YOUR QUEST TAKES YOU PAST THE LOCHS AND GLENS OF THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS. Isle of Eilean Donan Culloden Skye Castle 2 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS FERRY Loch Ness Mallaig Ben Nevis ▼ ▼ ▼▼ ▼ Glencoe Pitlochry THE Icons St. Andrews▼ CITY TOUR in Edinburgh Stirling ORIENTATION of Glasgow 2 2 and Stirling GLASGOW EDINBURGH VISIT Edinburgh Castle, Pitlochry, the SCOTLAND Isle of Skye, Culloden Battlefield and START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING Stirling Castle END VIEW the 18th green at St Andrews, the 138 Glenfinnan Monument, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness, Glencoe, People's Palace and Winter Gardens and George Square in Glasgow Glengoyne Distillery

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE EDINBURGH (2 NIGHTS) Get lost in 200 years the centre of shipbuilding. Journey to Start End Twin Start End Twin the narrow lanes of Edinburgh – the Scottish Stirling, to see its hilltop fortress, which stands as a Edinburgh Glasgow Share Edinburgh Glasgow Share capital with a mystical air combining ancient symbol of national pride. Stirling Castle was once heritage with the verve of a modern city. the seat of Scottish kings and queens, including SU 21 APR SA 27 APR 1795 SU 28 JUL SA 03 AUG 1850 Spend your day at leisure delving into its rich Mary, Queen of Scots. View the Wallace Monument SU 28 APR SA 04 MAY 1795 history and embracing the warm culture of the from the castle walls, paying tribute to the Scottish l TH 01 AUG WE 07 AUG 2050 Scots, before joining your travel companions hero who fought for Scotland's independence. SU 05 MAY SA 11 MAY 1825 l SU 04 AUG SA 10 AUG 2050 and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception Later, 'Dive Into Culture' at Glengoyne Whisky TH 09 MAY WE 15 MAY 1825 l TH 08 AUG WE 14 AUG 2050 with a light meal and drinks. (WR) Distillery and enjoy a wee dram before joining the SU 12 MAY SA 18 MAY 1825 l SU 11 AUG SA 17 AUG 2050 Hotel: Novotel Centre/Apex Haymarket Wood family at their 15th-century farm on the SU 19 MAY SA 25 MAY 1825 l TH 15 AUG WE 21 AUG 2050 shores of Loch Ard to 'Connect With Locals' over a TH 23 MAY WE 29 MAY 1825 l SU 18 AUG SA 24 AUG 2050 2 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME home-cooked Farewell Be My Guest Dinner, amidst SU 26 MAY SA 01 JUN 1825 l TH 22 AUG WE 28 AUG 2050 Join your Local Specialist this morning for an tales of Rob Roy and a few foot-tapping 1950 intriguing sightseeing tour of the city. Ascend Ceilidh tunes. (FB, FD,  ,  ) SU 02 JUN SA 08 JUN 1825 SU 25 AUG SA 31 AUG 1850 Castle Rock and visit Edinburgh Castle, which TH 06 JUN WE 12 JUN 1825 TH 29 AUG WE 04 SEP watches over the surrounding city from its 7 DEPART GLASGOW The rugged beauty and SU 09 JUN SA 15 JUN 1825 elevated vantage point. Stroll through the Old warmth of Scotland's people forever in your SU 16 JUN SA 22 JUN 1825 SU 01 SEP SA 07 SEP 1855 Town along the Royal Mile and see the stunning memories, we enjoy one last hearty breakfast TH 20 JUN WE 26 JUN 1825 TH 05 SEP WE 11 SEP 1825 Palace of Holyroodhouse, before enjoying time with our travel companions before wishing them SU 23 JUN SA 29 JUN 1850 SU 08 SEP SA 14 SEP 1855 at leisure to soak up the city's festive and your Travel Director a fond farewell. SU 30 JUN SA 06 JUL 1850 TH 12 SEP WE 18 SEP 1825 atmosphere. If your travel dates coincide with Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (FB) SU 15 SEP SA 21 SEP 1855 the Edinburgh Festival, your visit will include TH 04 JUL WE 10 JUL 1850 TH 19 SEP WE 25 SEP 1825 tickets to the magnificent Royal Edinburgh TripMORE ABOUT YOUR SU 07 JUL SA 13 JUL 1850 SU 22 SEP SA 28 SEP 1855 Military Tattoo. (FB) SU 14 JUL SA 20 JUL 1850 TH 26 SEP WE 02 OCT 1825 * All prices are per person, twin share. TH 18 JUL WE 24 JUL 1850 SU 29 SEP SA 05 OCT 1825 3 EDINBURGH – ST. ANDREWS – PITLOCHRY Airport transfers: On arrival to Edinburgh Airport SU 21 JUL SA 27 JUL 1850 – SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS (2 NIGHTS) Tread in transfers will operate at 9am, 11.30am and 2pm. SU 06 OCT SA 12 OCT 1750 the footsteps of the world's golfing greats and Guests arriving later should make their own way head to St. Andrews en route to the glorious to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day Single Supplement (add to price above): US$350 p.p. Scottish Highlands. A scenic drive takes us north will arrive at Glasgow Airport at 7am and 9am. Exceptions 04 Jul 19 to 29 Aug 19: US$370 p.p. and across the Firth of Tay, past the city of Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Dundee to Pitlochry. After lunch, enjoy some free Director and Driver, US$67 per person. 3 Edinburgh Tattoo 2-24 August 2019: We've included time to explore its river-side setting or join an Tattoo tickets when you're in Edinburgh during Optional Experience to Blair Castle, the ancestral TRIP CODE: BBOS these dates. See Edinburgh Military Tattoo panel for home of the Clan Murray. Our day in beautiful further details. surrounds comes to an end with a cosy dinner at EDINBURGH MILITARY Tattoo our hotel – one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' EARLY BIRD Young traveller discount: GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND – located within the Cairngorms National Park in 2 – 24 AUGUST 2019 SAVINGS SAVE US$180 the Scottish Highlands. (FB, D,  ) One of the most spectacular annual events is the Hotel: Laggan Gaskmore/Carrbridge Edinburgh Tattoo. It is simply not to be missed. SAVE Multiple trip discount: Military bands from all over the world take to the US$205 p.p. SAVE up to US$51 4 ISLE OF SKYE, CULLODEN AND SCENIC esplanade of Edinburgh Castle to play rousing HIGHLANDS EXCURSION Journey to the coast, tunes culminating in the haunting bugle call of Triple room discount: arriving in Mallaig where we'll board our ferry the Last Post. The Tattoo is run for charitable SAVE US$10 p.p. and cross to Armadale on the Isle of Skye. causes and has donated over £5 million to Heather-clad peaks provide a stunning backdrop military and civilian charities and organisations. Past guests: for our scenic drive across the Sleat Peninsula. Trafalgar includes tickets and arrangements Unlock VIP benefits Indulge in some free time for lunch before for our guests for every trip in this brochure crossing the bridge back to the mainland. The that stays in Edinburgh during the Tattoo TRIP Highlights rugged beauty of Eilean Donan Castle will leave dates above. you speechless before you continue your journey Here’s just a sample of the many special past Scotland's infamous Loch Ness to the tragic handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in battlefield of Culloden. Pay tribute to the brave your trip. men who lost their lives in the Jacobite Uprising, then return to your hotel this evening. (FB, D) CONNECT WITH LOCALS 5 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS – GLENCOE – Join the Wood family at their 15th-century farm on GLASGOW (2 NIGHTS) Our first stop today sees the shores of Loch Ard for a home-cooked Scottish us commemorate World War II history at the Be My Guest dinner, tales of Rob Roy and a few Commando Memorial near Fort William, from foot-tapping Ceilidh tunes. (Day 6) which we admire spectacular views of Britain's highest peak – Ben Nevis. We journey through STAYS WITH STORIES the volcanic ruins and precipitous mountains that lie just beyond Glencoe to see the “Glen of Enjoy Highland hospitality at Laggan Gaskmore the Weeping”. Here we remember the Hotel located within Cairngorms National Park in MacDonald clansmen who were massacred in the Scottish Highlands. (Day 3) 1692. Continuing towards the River Clyde, we arrive at our final stop for the day – Glasgow. DIVE IN CULTURE (FB) Hotel: Crowne Plaza Visit Glengoyne, known as Scotland's most 6 GLASGOW ORIENTATION AND STIRLING beautiful whisky distillery, for a tour and a tasting of CASTLE EXCURSION Madainn mhath! While your their unique Highland single malt whisky. (Day 6) Gaelic may be a little rusty, your orientation tour around this edgy city will be anything but. Begin your day seeing Glasgow's iconic sights. Enjoy views of the People's Palace and Winter Gardens, the regal George Square and River Clyde, for over WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 139 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

SCOTLAND’S HIGHLANDS, ISLANDS AND CITIES 13 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 18 MEALS | FROM US$3275pp* VISIT THE ISLES OF SKYE AND MULL, THE ORKNEY ISLANDS AND WITNESS THE BEAUTY OF LOCH NESS. VIEW THE RUINS OF MELROSE ABBEY AND VISIT GLAMIS CASTLE, THE SETTING FOR SHAKESPEARE'S MACBETH. Orkney Islands FERRY 2 THURSO ▼ Dunrobin THE Icons Castle CITY TOUR in Edinburgh Ullapool ORIENTATION of Dundee, Orkney ISLE 1 ▼ Culloden Islands, Stirling and Glasgow OF SKYE SCOTTISH ▼ HIGHLANDS SCOTLAND VISIT Edinburgh Castle, Glamis 1 Mallaig Pitlochry Castle, the battlefield and Visitor FERRY Centre of Culloden, Dunrobin Castle, John O'Groats, Skara Brae, Ullapool, Fort William Isle of Skye, Isle of Mull, Isle of Iona, St. Mungo's Cathedral in Glasgow and Isle of 2 BALLACHULISH Glamis Stirling Castle Mull Castle VIEW Jedburgh Abbey, the 18th green Iona 1 DUNDEE ▼ St. Andrews at St. Andrews, Inverness Castle, Eilean ▼ Donan Castle and Glencoe FERRY Loch ▼ Lomond Stirling EDINBURGH SEE Loch Ness, Loch Lomond and the 23 ▼ Battlefield at Bannockburn Bannockburn Highland Cow GLASGOW Melrose Jedburgh START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 140

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE EDINBURGH (3 NIGHTS) Enjoy your 9 ISLE OF SKYE – BALLACHULISH (2 NIGHTS) Start End Twin Start End Twin day at leisure before joining your fellow We return to the mainland, following a beautiful Edinburgh Glasgow Share Edinburgh Glasgow Share travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome route that takes us past the Glenfinnan Viaduct Reception to kick-start your turas through an which Harry Potter's Hogwarts Express once MO 06 MAY SA 18 MAY 3325 l SA 10 AUG TH 22 AUG 3695 unimaginably beautiful part of the world. (WR) crossed to his beloved school of magic. We pass MO 13 MAY SA 25 MAY 3325 l MO 12 AUG SA 24 AUG 3695 Hotel: Apex Haymarket Fort William, renowned as the gateway to Ben MO 20 MAY SA 01 JUN 3325 l SA 17 AUG TH 29 AUG 3695 Nevis, before continuing to Ballachulish, our MO 27 MAY SA 08 JUN 3325 l MO 19 AUG SA 31 AUG 3695 2 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Highland home for the next two nights. (FB) 3550 Let your Local Specialist take you on an Hotel: Ballachulish/Isles of Glencoe MO 10 JUN SA 22 JUN 3325 SA 24 AUG TH 05 SEP informative sightseeing tour of Edinburgh, MO 17 JUN SA 29 JUN 3325 stopping to view the regal Palace of 10 MULL AND IONA EXCURSION Set sail from MO 24 JUN SA 06 JUL 3375 MO 02 SEP SA 14 SEP 3375 Holyroodhouse. See the new Scottish Oban to the Isle of Mull, disembarking at SA 07 SEP TH 19 SEP 3375 Parliament Building and the Royal Mile, before Craignure. Cross the pretty island countryside MO 01 JUL SA 13 JUL 3375 MO 09 SEP SA 21 SEP 3375 visiting Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle to catch a ferry from Fionnphort to Iona. Before MO 15 JUL SA 27 JUL 3375 SA 14 SEP TH 26 SEP 3375 Rock. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. If our return to Ballachulish, we'll have the chance MO 29 JUL SA 10 AUG 3375 SA 21 SEP TH 03 OCT 3375 your visit coincides with the Edinburgh Festival, to view Rèilig Odhrain, the final resting place of SA 28 SEP TH 10 OCT 3375 tickets for the rousing Edinburgh Tattoo will many of Scottish kings. (FB, D) be included. (FB) l SA 03 AUG TH 15 AUG 3695 SA 05 OCT TH 17 OCT 3275 l MO 05 AUG SA 17 AUG 3695 SA 12 OCT TH 24 OCT 3275 11EXCURSION TO THE BORDERS A scenic day's BALLACHULISH – GLASGOW (2 NIGHTS) A Single Supplement (add to price above): US$780 p.p. 3 excursion brings us to the ruins of the solemn reminder of the MacDonald clansmen, 3 Edinburgh Tattoo 2-24 August 2019: We've included who were massacred at the Glen of the Weeping, Tattoo tickets when you're in Edinburgh during these dates. See page 139 for further details. 12th-century Augustinian Jedburgh Abbey, which marks our journey south to Glasgow. We follow Young traveller discount: we will have an opportunity to view before the banks of Loch Lomond, then enjoy an SAVE US$340 admiring the ornate decorations that adorn the orientation tour that will see you view St. Mungo's façades of nearby Melrose Abbey. (FB) Cathedral and George Square with its statues of Multiple trip discount: Britain's famous sons and daughters. (FB) SAVE up to US$92 Hotel: Holiday Inn Theatreland 4 EDINBURGH – ST. ANDREWS – GLAMIS EARLY BIRD Triple room discount: CASTLE – DUNDEE This morning we cross the SAVINGS SAVE US$10 p.p. Firth of Forth to the celebrated home of golf STIRLING CASTLE AND BANNOCKBURN - St. Andrews, to view its ancient university and 12 EXCURSION Enjoy a visit to Stirling Castle's SAVE Past guests: famous golf course. Shakespeare's Macbeth US$370 p.p. Unlock VIP benefits takes centre stage as we visit Glamis Castle grounds. Then, visit the splendidly decorated Royal Palace of King James V and view the next. Enjoy a guided tour of the castle and renowned Stirling Heads, before embarking on explore its beautiful gardens before travelling an excursion to Bannockburn. 'Connect With to the waterfront city of Dundee. (FB) Locals' this afternoon, joining the Wood family Hotel: Apex City Quay for a memorable Be My Guest lunch at their 15th-century farm on the shores of Loch Ard, TRIP Highlights amidst tales of Rob Roy. (FB, L,  ) GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND 5 DUNDEE – PITLOCHRY – CULLODEN – Here’s just a sample of the many special SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS 'Dive Into Culture' handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in and learn about the local whisky industry at a 13 DEPART GLASGOW It's time to say a fond your trip. famous distillery, including a tasting of farewell to our travel companions and Travel Scotland's much-loved golden nectar. Hearts Director as our memorable holiday comes to CONNECT WITH LOCALS and hands warmed, we wind our way to the an end. Airport transfers are available. tragic battlefield and Visitor Centre at Culloden, Conditions apply. (FB) Join the Wood family at their 15th-century farm past rugged landscapes and the imposing on the shores of Loch Ard for a home-cooked Cairngorm Mountains. Our final stop for the Please Note: Hotels in the Scottish Scottish Be My Guest lunch, tales of Rob Roy and night is in the Scottish Highlands. (FB,  ) Highlands and on the Isle of Skye are a few foot-tapping Ceilidh tunes. (Day 12) Hotel: Carrbridge generally simpler establishments typical of the region. Accommodation on the DIVE INTO CULTURE Isle of Skye may be substituted with 6 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS – LOCH NESS – accommodation on the mainland. All Visit Blair Athol Whisky Distillery in the foothills INVERNESS – THURSO (2 NIGHTS) The sightseeing will remain the same as per of the Grampian Mountains for a tour and tasting mystical haunt of Nessie is our first stop today the itinerary. of their single malt whisky. (Day 5) before passing through Inverness en route to Dunrobin Castle. Spend your afternoon exploring the castle's château-like structure and surrounds, once home to the Clan Sutherland. Arriving in Thurso, our home for the ALTERNATIVE SPECIAL next two nights, we enjoy dinner at our hotel. (FB, D) Hotel: Muthu Royal/Norseman INTEREST Trip 7 ORKNEY ISLANDS EXCURSION We board a Calling all Outlander fans! Similar to TripMORE ABOUT YOUR ferry to South Ronaldsay in the Orkney Islands, our 'Scottish Highlands, Islands and viewing the stretch of WWII causeways known Cities' trip but with a ‘Jamie Fraser' * All prices are per person, twin share. as the Churchill Barriers. See the prehistoric twist, Trafalgar presents the 'Highland Airport transfers: On arrival to Edinburgh Airport free-standing stones of the Ring of Brodgar Trail inspired by Outlander'. Please see transfers will operate at 9am, 11.30am and 2pm. before delving into the stories of the Neolithic page 142-143 for full itinerary details. Guests arriving later should make their own way Skara Brae village. We stop at beautiful Kirkwall to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day Cathedral for a photo opportunity before will arrive at Glasgow Airport at 7am and 9am. returning to our hotel for dinner. (FB, D) Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver US$124 per person. 8 THURSO – ULLAPOOL – ISLE OF SKYE Visit the remote village of Ullapool on the shores of TRIP CODE: BHLD Loch Broom, then journey to the magical setting that is the 13th-century Eilean Donan Castle. Continue to the Isle of Skye for dinner in your hotel. (FB, D) Hotel: Kings Arms WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 141 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

HIGHLAND TRAIL INSPIRED BY OUTLANDER 13 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 18 MEALS | FROM US$3250pp* TRACE THE FOOTSTEPS OF CLAIRE AND JAMIE, VISIT DOUNE CASTLE, THE SETTING FOR CLAN MACKENZIE'S CASTLE LEOCH, AND FIFE WHICH FEATURED IN SEVERAL OUTLANDER SCENES. Orkney Islands FERRY 2 THURSO ▼ THE Icons Ullapool CITY TOUR in Edinburgh ORIENTATION of Dundee, Orkney ▼ Islands, Glasgow and Stirling ISLE 1 Culloden OF SKYE SCOTTISH VISIT Edinburgh Castle, 18th green at 1 HIGHLANDS St. Andrews, Newtonmore, the Culloden Battlefield, John O'Groats, Skara Brae, FERRY Mallaig Highland Folk Ullapool, Isle of Skye, Glencoe, Stirling Fort William Glencoe Museum Castle, St. Mungo's Cathedral and Linlithgow Palace 2 VISIT the filming locations for Fort BALLACHULISH Pitlochry 1 DUNDEE ▼ Falkland William, 18th-century Cranesmuir, 1940s Inverness, and Wentworth Prison Doune Castle Stirling St. Andrews▼ Castle VIEW Inverness Castle and Eilean Bannockburn Culross Donan Castle 2 3 EDINBURGH SEE Ben Nevis and the Battlefield GLASGOW Linlithgow Palace at Bannockburn SCOTLAND Isle of Skye START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING END 142

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE EDINBURGH (3 NIGHTS) A 8 THURSO – ULLAPOOL – ISLE OF SKYE We Start End Twin Start End Twin captivating tale of Redcoats and rugged travel south to soak up the seafaring charm of Edinburgh Glasgow Share Edinburgh Glasgow Share Highlanders is revealed on this Outlander- Ullapool, a fishing town on Loch Broom. We inspired jaunt through the dramatic landscapes traverse the rugged countryside and see the MO 20 MAY SA 01 JUN 3250 MO 08 JUL SA 20 JUL 3325 of Scotland. We begin our journey in the island fortress of Eilean Donan Castle. MO 27 MAY SA 08 JUN 3275 MO 22 JUL SA 03 AUG 3295 enchanting capital of Edinburgh with some free Continuing to the Isle of Skye, we hear about time to ramble through its medieval streets, Bonnie Prince Charlie's daring escape “over the MO 03 JUN SA 15 JUN 3325 MO 26 AUG SA 07 SEP 3375 before joining our fellow travellers and Travel sea to Skye”. This evening, we enjoy dinner at MO 17 JUN SA 29 JUN 3325 MO 02 SEP SA 14 SEP 3325 Director for a hearty Scottish Welcome our hotel. (FB, D) Hotel: Kings Arms MO 24 JUN SA 06 JUL 3325 MO 16 SEP SA 28 SEP 3325 Reception. (WR) Hotel: Novotel Centre Single Supplement (add to price above): US$700 p.p. 2 EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME 9 ISLE OF SKYE – BALLACHULISH (2 NIGHTS) EARLY BIRD Young traveller discount: Soak up the mystical atmosphere of Auld Board a ferry back to the mainland to Maillag SAVINGS SAVE US$330 Reekie this morning, as you join a Local and later, travel to Fort William via the Specialist for an intriguing sightseeing tour of magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct. Admire SAVE Multiple trip discount: the city, including a visit to Edinburgh Castle exquisite views of Britain's highest mountain, US$338 p.p. SAVE up to US$84 perched atop Castle Rock. Tread in the Ben Nevis, before travelling to Ballachulish. (FB) footsteps of Jamie and his beloved sassenach, Hotel: Ballachulish/MacDonald Loch Rannoch Triple room discount: embarking on an Outlander walking tour SAVE US$10 p.p. through Old Town's winding cobblestone lanes. 10 GLENCOE AND BLAIR ATHOL DISTILLERY Spend the rest of the day at leisure. (FB) EXCURSION We journey through the volcanic Past guests: ruins and precipitous mountains of Glencoe to see Unlock VIP benefits 3 OUTLANDER FILM LOCATION EXCURSION the “Glen of the Weeping”. Later, we 'Dive Into We visit the 15th-century walls of Blackness Culture' and learn about the local whisky industry Castle on the shores of the scenic Firth of Forth at a famous distillery, including a tasting of – the backdrop for the infamous Fort William Scotland's much-loved golden nectar. (FB, D,  ) prison in Outlander season 1. Then, cross the Forth to the fictional village of Cranesmuir, 11 BALLACHULISH – DOUNE CASTLE – TRIP Highlights real-life Culross. Here we'll see Claire's herb STIRLING CASTLE – BANNOCKBURN – garden and Geillis Duncan's home. (FB) GLASGOW (2 NIGHTS) The site of the Here’s just a sample of the many special massacre of the MacDonald clan over 500 years handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in 4 EDINBURGH – FALKLAND VILLAGE – ago is our first stop en route to Doune Castle, your trip. ST. ANDREWS – DUNDEE We arrive in which served as the film location for Castle Falkland, the Outlander film location for 1940s Leoch in Outlander. We see the site where Clan CONNECT WITH LOCALS Inverness. Stop in at Covenanter Hotel, which Mackenzie welcomed and hosted Claire on her doubled as Mrs Baird's B&B in the series, before arrival in 18th-century Scotland, then head to Join the Wood family at their 15th-century farm heading to St. Andrews. Our final stop today is Stirling and its magnificent castle. View the site on the shores of Loch Ard for a home-cooked Dundee, where we'll view the RRS Discovery, of the Battle of Bannockburn, before arriving in Scottish Be My Guest lunch, tales of Rob Roy and the last traditional wooden three-masted ship Glasgow for an evening at leisure. (FB) a few foot-tapping Ceilidh tunes. (Day 12) GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND built in Britain. (FB) Hotel: Apex City Quay Hotel: Holiday Inn Theatreland DIVE INTO CULTURE 12DUNDEE – HIGHLAND FOLK MUSEUM – GLASGOW ORIENTATION – LINLITHGOW 5 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Celebrate rural Scottish PALACE EXCURSION This morning, we enjoy Visit the Highland Folk Museum which brings heritage at the Highland Folk Museum, with its an orientation tour of the city, including a visit Highland history to life, showcasing how the 18th- to the masterfully crafted St. Mungo's century Highlander lived and worked. (Day 5) recreated 18th-century township, once used as a Cathedral, the Outlander film location for Visit Blair Athol Whisky Distillery in the foothills location in the filming of Outlander season 1. 'Dive of the Grampian Mountains for a tour and tasting Into Culture' and gain insights into rural life in “L'Hopital des Anges” in Paris. We visit of their single malt whisky. (Day 10) Linlithgow Palace, which doubled as the prison Scotland from the 18th century to the mid-20th entrance and corridors of Wentworth Prison. TripMORE ABOUT YOUR century, admiring the extensive collection of Later join the Wood family at their 15th-century artefacts. We continue through the rugged historical farm on the shores of Loch Ard. We'll * All prices are per person, twin share. landscapes of the Scottish Highlands to our 'Connect With Locals' over a home-cooked Airport transfers: On arrival at Edinburgh Airport hotel. (FB,  ) Hotel: Carrbridge/Highlander Farewell Be My Guest Lunch amidst intriguing transfers will operate at 9am, 11.30am and 2pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way 6 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS – CULLODEN – tales of Rob Roy. (FB, L,  ) to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day INVERNESS – THURSO (2 NIGHTS) Our first will arrive at Glasgow Airport at 7am and 9am. stop today is the bloody battlefield of Culloden, 13 DEPART GLASGOW As the chapter closes on Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel where Bonnie Prince Charlie's Jacobite army our Outlander-inspired journey through the Director and Driver US$124 per person. was defeated in 1746. We relive the brief, but wilds of Scotland and centuries of fascinating brutal battle at the contemporary Visitor heritage, we say farewell to our newfound TRIP CODE: BHOD Centre, before continuing through Inverness en friends and prepare to return to reality. route to Thurso, the most northerly town in Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (FB) mainland Scotland. (FB, D) Hotel: Pentland Please Note: Hotels in the Scottish Highlands and on the Isle of Skye are generally simpler establishments typical 7 ORKNEY ISLANDS EXCURSION From the of the region. Accommodation on the coastal village of John O'Groats, we catch the Isle of Skye may be substituted with ferry that crosses the Pentland Firth and arrive accommodation on the mainland. All at South Ronaldsay. The legend of Orkney's sightseeing will remain the same as per mythical Selkies, which shift their aquatic form the itinerary. on land to walk as humans, is explored today as we roam these mystical islands bound for the remains of the Neothilic Skara Brae village. Wander freely amongst the standing stones of the Ring of Brodgar, before a final photo stop at Kirkwall cathedral and the ferry ride back to the mainland. (FB, D) WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 143 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

PARIS EXPLORER 8 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 11 MEALS | FROM US$2295pp* SEE THE CITY OF LIGHTS, ON THIS CITY EXPLORER HOLIDAY, AS IT HAS NEVER BEEN SEEN BEFORE – ITS HIDDEN COURTYARDS AND ARRONDISSEMENTS, EACH WITH THEIR OWN DISTINCT PERSONALITY. CLAUDE MONET'S GARDENS AT THE Icons GIVERNY OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE Available on Day 7 WALKING TOUR in Paris with a NORMANDY AND THE D-DAY 7 PARIS Local Specialist BEACHES OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE Available on Day 3 Versailles ORIENTATION tour in Paris VISIT the Royal Estate of Versailles FRANCE including the Royal Palace, Petit Trianon START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING and Marie Antoinette's Hamlet “Le Petit END OPTIONAL Hameau”, the “village” of Montmartre 144 VIEW the Eiffel Tower, Champs Élysées, Paris Opera House, Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde and Notre Dame Cathedral SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING enjoy an in-depth, intimate guided tour of the fascinating Louvre Museum in a group size of no more than 25 guests. Cabaret District, Paris

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE PARIS (7 NIGHTS) Paris is yours to we tread in the footsteps of Picasso, Dali and Start End Twin Start End Twin explore on this in-depth City Explorer. Check Van Gogh, as you wander through hidden Paris Paris Share Paris Paris Share squares, artists' haunts and romantic in to your centrally located hotel and spend hideaways. Spend the rest of the day on your SU 14 APR SU 21 APR 2875 SU 01 SEP SU 08 SEP 2875 the afternoon getting to know your surrounds. own embracing your inner bon vivant, before SU 28 APR SU 05 MAY 2875 SU 08 SEP SU 15 SEP 2875 embarking on a special evening experience at SU 15 SEP SU 22 SEP 2875 Wander through the leafy boulevards and the renowned Louvre museum. Enjoy the SU 05 MAY SU 12 MAY 2875 SU 22 SEP SU 29 SEP 2875 winding lanes of the French capital, stopping quiet atmosphere of the museum during this SU 12 MAY SU 19 MAY 2875 SU 29 SEP SU 06 OCT 2875 Small Group Sightseeing tour with your SU 19 MAY SU 26 MAY 2875 for a leisurely café au lait while watching Local Specialist. (BB,  ) SU 26 MAY SU 02 JUN 2875 SU 06 OCT SU 13 OCT 2875 sophisticated Parisians go by. This evening, join your fellow travellers and Travel Director SU 02 JUN SU 09 JUN 2925 n SU 03 NOV SU 10 NOV 2295 for a quintessentially Parisian Welcome SU 09 JUN SU 16 JUN 2925 n SU 17 NOV SU 24 NOV 2295 SU 16 JUN SU 23 JUN 2925 Reception. (WR) Hotel: Le Méridien Etoile SU 23 JUN SU 30 JUN 2925 n SU 01 DEC SU 08 DEC 2295 SU 30 JUN SU 07 JUL 2675 n SU 15 DEC SU 22 DEC 2295 7 PARIS MORNING AT LEISURE, WALKING Hn SU 22 DEC SU 29 DEC 2375 2 PARIS SIGHTSEEING AND AT LEISURE Join TOUR AND FAREWELL DINNER Admire the SU 07 JUL SU 14 JUL 2675 Hn SU 29 DEC SU 05 JAN 2495 your Travel Director this morning for a tour of exquisite collection of modern art in the s SU 14 JUL SU 21 JUL 2675 2295 this mesmerising city. View the grand Champs 2675 2020 2295 Élysées, Place de la Concorde and Arc de Centre George Pompidou or enjoy an Optional SU 21 JUL SU 28 JUL 2675 n SU 12 JAN SU 19 JAN Experience to explore the inspirational SU 28 JUL SU 04 AUG n SU 26 JAN SU 02 FEB Triomphe, built by Napoleon in the 19th FRANCE SPAIN PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO century. Delve into its hidden squares and gardens of Monet at Giverny. This afternoon, SU 04 AUG SU 11 AUG 2675 n SU 09 FEB SU 16 FEB 2295 explore the history of the French Revolution SU 11 AUG SU 18 AUG 2675 n SU 23 FEB SU 01 MAR 2295 secret passages, visiting one of Paris's most during a walking tour of the city, then join SU 18 AUG SU 25 AUG 2675 n SU 08 MAR SU 15 MAR 2295 historic neighbourhoods and a favourite local SU 25 AUG SU 01 SEP 2675 n SU 22 MAR SU 29 MAR 2295 haunt that remains a secret to outsiders. 'Dive your Travel Director and companions for a memorable Farewell Dinner. (BB, FD) Into Culture' this afternoon when we visit Fragonard Parfumerie for a visit with a Single Supplement (add to price above): US$940 p.p. DEPART PARIS After breakfast, it's time to US$720 p.p. certified ‘nose' who will guide you in the 8 bid Paris au revoir as you prepare to return Exceptions 23 Jun 19 to 25 Aug 19: US$720 p.p. creation of your own unique fragrance. (BB) 01 Dec 19 to 22 Mar 20: home after a memorable break in one of the world's greatest cities. Airport transfers are 5 14 July 2019 is Bastille Day in France. Celebrations PARIS AT LEISURE OR OPTIONAL D-DAY available. Conditions apply. (BB) will be taking place throughout Paris on your 3 BEACH EXPERIENCE Spend the day soaking first evening. up the sights and sounds of this elegant TripMORE ABOUT YOUR 4 Autumn, Winter, Spring (WPAR): Please note, these European capital. Your Travel Director will departures are subject to change in price, discount suggest activities and attractions that will and hotel. Prices and discounts will be confirmed ensure a memorable day spent discovering in May 2019. Paris. You may wish to experience a full-day Optional Experience on the northern coast of * All prices are per person, twin share. 1 Festive Celebrations: Christmas and New Year France to uncover the poignant history of the Shared Rooming: Room Share and Triple Rooms Celebrations have been arranged for these D-Day Landings. Spend your evening at are not available on this trip. departures. Join us in Europe to celebrate the Airport Transfers: On arrival to Paris Charles De Festive Season. Gaulle Airport transfers will operate at 8am, 11am leisure exploring the city's glittering sights at and 2pm. Guests arriving later should make their night or use your Parisian Brasserie voucher own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last to indulge in delicious French flavours at one travel day will arrive at Paris Charles De Gaulle of the nearby brasseries. (BB, D) Airport at 8am and 11.30am. Young traveller discount: Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel SAVE US$260 Director and Driver, US$78 per person. 4 FULL-DAY EXCURSION TO THE PALACE AND ROYAL ESTATE OF VERSAILLES Tread in the TRIP CODE: PARK footsteps of French nobility and explore the EARLY BIRD opulence and splendour of Versailles. Join a PERFECT Combinations SAVINGS Multiple trip discount: Local Specialist as you wander through the SAVE up to US$73 palace's extraordinary Hall of Mirrors and Why not extend your holiday by adding another SAVE Battles Gallery. Stroll through the picturesque City Explorer to this trip? For itinerary and US$293 p.p. Past guests: Royal Gardens and visit the Petit Trianon to see departure details see pages 62-63 for the Rome Unlock VIP benefits first-hand how the French Royal Family lived in Explorer, pages 98-99 for the London Explorer, private. Get a real taste of the city with pages 156-157 for the Madrid Explorer, or pages Trafalgar's exclusive Eatwith Optional 178-179 for the Amsterdam Explorer. Experiences and share delicious traditional flavours with a local family in their home. (BB) TRIP Highlights 5 FRENCH CUISINE EXPERIENCE AND AT Here’s just a sample of the many special LEISURE 'Dive Into Culture', savouring the handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in exquisite flavours of French cuisine as you your trip. meet a Parisian chef for an unforgettable gourmet lunch experience. Delve into local DIVE INTO CULTURE culinary secrets, and delicious flavours and DINE OUT AT A TOP aromas, which you will have an opportunity The secrets of la cuisine are yours to discover and to create yourself and enjoy afterwards. Parisian Brasserie enjoy as you learn how to cook the Parisian way Spend the rest of the day at leisure. This with a local chef. (Day 5) evening, perhaps connect with the pageantry Included Parisian Brasserie voucher which Discover Paris on Parisian terms as your Local of a traditional cabaret performance at the gives you a choice of centrally located Parisian Specialist reveals some of the city's hidden gems, world-famous Moulin Rouge. (BB, RM,  ) brasseries to visit for either lunch or dinner. including a behind the scenes tour of Montmartre to discover the secrets of the artists quarter. (Day 6) 6 VISIT MONTMARTRE AND THE LOUVRE A leisurely start to our morning sees us take a private street trolley car back in time to the colourful hillside “village” of Montmartre and home to the picturesque Sacré-Coeur. Join your Local Specialist and 'Dive Into Culture' as WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture 145 BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

THE TREASURES OF FRANCE INCLUDING NORMANDY 8 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 12 MEALS | FROM US$2325pp* VISIT JOAN OF ARC'S ROUEN, THE D-DAY LANDING BEACHES AT OMAHA AND JUNO AND MARVEL AT THE MASTERPIECES OF FRANCE'S CHÂTEAUX, BEFORE VISITING VIBRANT PARIS AND SOAKING UP ITS JOIE DE VIVRE. NORMANDY Honfleur Rouen BEACHES 2 1 1 PARIS 1 Bayeux MONT ST. MICHEL ▼ ▼ ▼ ▼ LOIRE VALLEY THE Icons 2 Chambord ORIENTATION of Paris, Bayeux and Chenonceau Amboise the Loire Valley FRANCE VISIT the town of Rouen, Honfleur, the START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING Bayeux Tapestry, the Normandy D-Day END landing beaches of Omaha and Juno, the monastery of Mont St. Michel, and 146 the Châteaux of Amboise, Chenonceau and Chambord VIEW the Champs Élysées, the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe in Paris Château Chenonceau

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE PARIS Bienvenue! The City of Lights contains priceless collections, including Start End Twin Start End Twin welcomes you as you prepare to embark on an Renaissance furniture, tapestries and Paris Paris Share Paris Paris Share masterpieces by Rubens and Tintoretto. (BB) unforgettable journey through France. Join SA 30 MAR SA 06 APR 2325 s SA 13 JUL SA 20 JUL 2395 SA 20 JUL SA 27 JUL 2395 your fellow travellers and Travel Director this SA 06 APR SA 13 APR 2395 SA 27 JUL SA 03 AUG 2395 evening for a Welcome Reception and SA 27 APR SA 04 MAY 2395 LOIRE VALLEY – CHAMBORD – PARIS Our SA 03 AUG SA 10 AUG 2395 orientation drive to admire the glittering 7 first stop today is the royal Château de SA 04 MAY SA 11 MAY 2395 SA 10 AUG SA 17 AUG 2395 cityscape of Paris – past grand boulevards and SA 11 MAY SA 18 MAY 2395 SA 17 AUG SA 24 AUG 2395 iconic sites like the Champs Élysées and the Arc Chambord of King François I, regarded as one SA 18 MAY SA 25 MAY 2395 SA 24 AUG SA 31 AUG 2395 of the world's most remarkable châteaux, SA 25 MAY SA 01 JUN 2395 SA 31 AUG SA 07 SEP 2395 de Triomphe. (WR) Hotel: Evergreen Laurel with its exquisite Italian Renaissance PARIS – ROUEN – HONFLEUR – BAYEUX - architecture and decorative moat. We journey SA 01 JUN SA 08 JUN 2450 SA 07 SEP SA 14 SEP 2395 NORMANDY BEACHES (2 NIGHTS) This back to Paris this afternoon and spend the SA 08 JUN SA 15 JUN 2450 SA 14 SEP SA 21 SEP 2395 2 rest of our day in the City of Lights with free SA 15 JUN SA 22 JUN 2450 SA 21 SEP SA 28 SEP 2395 SA 22 JUN SA 29 JUN 2450 SA 28 SEP SA 05 OCT 2395 morning, we depart Paris and venture to the time to take in some of the sights. Celebrate SA 29 JUN SA 06 JUL 2450 city of Rouen, the tragic site where Joan of Arc with your Travel Director and newfound was burnt at the stake. We travel to the friends this evening at a Farewell Dinner with SA 05 OCT SA 12 OCT 2395 enchanting harbour town of Honfleur – its local wines at a Parisian bistro. (BB, FD) SA 06 JUL SA 13 JUL 2395 SA 12 OCT SA 19 OCT 2395 narrow lanes and colourful shopfronts have Hotel: Renaissance La Defense Single Supplement (add to price above): US$460 p.p. FRANCE SPAIN PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO long attracted artists who have immortalised 5 14 July 2019 is Bastille Day in France. Celebrations its beauty on canvas. Arriving in Bayeux, we will be taking place throughout the country. visit the Tapestry Museum and see the Bayeux 8 DEPART PARIS For now it's time to say a fond Tapestry, depicting events before and during au revoir to France and your fellow travellers at the end of a memorable trip. Transfers are the Battle of Hastings in 1066. This evening, available. Conditions apply. (BB) we dine at our hotel. (BB, DW) Young traveller discount: Hotel: Mercure Omaha Beach SAVE US$240 3 FULL DAY NORMANDY D-DAY LANDING EARLY BIRD Multiple trip discount: BEACHES INCLUDING OMAHA BEACH AND SAVINGS SAVE up to US$61 JUNO BEACH Pay tribute to the brave souls who lost their lives on the D-Day Landing SAVE Triple room discount: Beaches of Omaha and Juno, imagining the US$245 p.p. SAVE US$100 p.p. sense of terror and triumph felt the fateful day that Allied forces set foot on mainland Past guests: Europe. We stop for lunch in the seaside Unlock VIP benefits setting of Arromanches, once at the heart of the Normandy landings. Later, we'll visit the TRIP Highlights poignant D-Day Museum and the bunkers and Rangers Memorial at Pointe du Hoc. (BB) Here’s just a sample of the many special handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in 4 NORMANDY BEACHES – MONT ST. MICHEL This your trip. morning, travel to the fortified island town of Mont St. Michel. Here we'll join a Local CONNECT WITH LOCALS Specialist for a tour of Mont St. Michel's TRAFALGAR Tip medieval Benedictine Abbey. Legend has it, the Walk among the wild hyacinths in the beautiful abbey was built after the Archangel Michael When in Paris, a French baguette is a gardens of the 17th-century Château d'Éporcé, appeared to the Bishop of Avranches inspiring great option for a quick lunch. They enjoying delicious home-cooked dishes created him to build a church atop the island. Consider come already made up and the bread by the resident culinary expert, Lydia. (Day 5) an Optional Experience to the historic walled is the most delicious you will ever eat. port city of Saint-Malo, once the home of John Sutton, Travel Director famous French explorer, Jacques Cartier. (BB, DW) Hotel: Le Relais Du Roy 5 MONT ST. MICHEL – LOIRE VALLEY TripMORE ABOUT YOUR (2 NIGHTS) Journey through the scenic countryside, stopping to 'Connect With * All prices are per person, twin share. Locals' over a light Be My Guest meal with Airport transfers: On arrival at Paris Charles De wine at a 17th-century château set within Gaulle Airport transfers will operate at 8am, 11am beautiful gardens. We journey to the Loire and 2pm. Guests arriving later should make their Valley, where we will spend the next two own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last nights. (BB, L,  ) Hotel: Novotel Amboise travel day will arrive at Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport at 8.00am and 11.30am. 6 CHÂTEAUX EXCURSION We spend our day Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel admiring the beautiful châteaux of the Loire Director and Driver, US$78 per person. Valley and join a Local Specialist for a visit to the Amboise Royal Château. It is here that TRIP CODE: FTOF King François I hosted Leonardo da Vinci, whose tomb now lies in the Chapel of TripALTERNATIVE Saint-Hubert adjoining the château. We continue with a visit to Chenonceau, a Check out our similar 'Jewels of France including château built on the Cher River. The château Normandy' trip. With fewer inclusions on our is often referred to as the Ladies Castle, due to Costsaver itineraries, you decide what you want to the many women who influenced its experience. Visit costsavertour.com construction and development. Today it 147 WR Welcome Reception L Lunch DW Dinner With Wine Dive Into Culture BB Buffet Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner Stays With Stories FB Full Breakfast RM Regional Meal Connect With Locals

WONDERFUL FRANCE 9 DAYS | 2 COUNTRIES | 12 MEALS | FROM US$2750pp* STROLL ALONG PONT DU GARD, SOAK UP THE SUN-KISSED CHARM OF ST. TROPEZ AND MONACO, AND MEET THE WIDOW OF PIERRE SALINGER, SPECIAL ADVISOR TO JOHN F. KENNEDY, OVER A HOME-COOKED MEAL. PARIS THE Icons 12 WALKING TOUR in Paris with a FRANCE ▼ Beaune ▼ Local Specialist TGV EXPRESS TRAIN 1 LYON CITY TOUR in Arles ORIENTATION of Paris, Beaune, AVIGNON Monaco Lyon, Aix-en-Provence, Monaco Pont du Gard 2 Aix-en- and Avignon Provence 2 FRENCH VISIT Pont du Gard and Notre Dame RIVIERA Arles ▼ Cathedral in Paris St. Tropez CRUISE to St. Tropez VIEW Place Bellecour and the Basilica CÔTE D'AZUR CRUISE of Notre Dame in Lyon, the Royal Palace and Cathedral in Monaco, the Palace of START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING the Popes in Avignon END Eiffel Tower, Paris 148

YOUR Holiday YOUR HOLIDAY Planner DAY Price PP Price PP 1 ARRIVE PARIS (2 NIGHTS) Discover Phoenician trading port. We arrive in the Start End Twin Start End Twin romance, sophistication and French joie de ancient city of Avignon, once the Seat of the Paris Paris Share Paris Paris Share Papacy, where we will spend the next two vivre in Paris – the launch pad to a memorable nights. Our orientation of this extraordinary SA 06 APR SU 14 APR 2750 s SA 13 JUL SU 21 JUL 2850 journey through the French countryside. historic city includes views of the imposing SA 13 APR SU 21 APR 2750 SA 20 JUL SU 28 JUL 2850 Explore the grand boulevards and winding Palace of the Popes and the famous ruined SA 20 APR SU 28 APR 2750 SA 27 JUL SU 04 AUG 2850 bridge straddling the Rhône, which inspired SA 27 APR SU 05 MAY 2795 the famous French song, Sur le pont d'Avignon. SA 03 AUG SU 11 AUG 2850 lanes of the City of Lights, before meeting (BB) Hotel: Mercure Pont d’Avignon SA 04 MAY SU 12 MAY 2795 SA 10 AUG SU 18 AUG 2850 your Travel Director and companions for a SA 11 MAY SU 19 MAY 2795 SA 17 AUG SU 25 AUG 2850 Welcome Reception. We take to the streets SA 18 MAY SU 26 MAY 2795 SA 24 AUG SU 01 SEP 2850 this evening to see some of the city's most SA 25 MAY SU 02 JUN 2850 SA 31 AUG SU 08 SEP 2795 iconic sights, including the Champs Élysées SA 01 JUN SU 09 JUN 2850 SA 07 SEP SU 15 SEP 2795 and Arc de Triomphe, standing in all its SA 08 JUN SU 16 JUN 2850 SA 14 SEP SU 22 SEP 2795 glorious splendour for you to admire. (WR) 7 PONT DU GARD EXCURSION AND AVIGNON SA 15 JUN SU 23 JUN 2850 SA 21 SEP SU 29 SEP 2795 Hotel: Renaissance La Defense FREE TIME We cross the impressive Pont du SA 22 JUN SU 30 JUN 2850 SA 28 SEP SU 06 OCT 2795 Gard aqueduct in the company of a Local SA 29 JUN SU 07 JUL 2850 Specialist and learn about the history of this PARIS SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Join a elevated architectural wonder that has SA 05 OCT SU 13 OCT 2795 2 Local Specialist to delve into the hidden spanned the Gardon River since Roman times. SA 06 JUL SU 14 JUL 2850 SA 12 OCT SU 20 OCT 2795 squares and secret lanes of a Paris not We return to Avignon for lunch and some time Single Supplement (add to price above): US$750 p.p. FRANCE SPAIN PORTUGAL AND MOROCCO normally frequented by tourists. Visit Notre at leisure. Tonight, we enjoy delicious 5 14 July 2019 is Bastille Day in France. Celebrations Dame Cathedral then soak up the authentic will be taking place throughout Paris. atmosphere and local day-to-day life of the Provençal flavours as we 'Connect With Locals' and join the widow of Pierre Salinger Parisians as you stroll through historic for a memorable Be My Guest meal in a neighbourhoods. Spend your evening embracing the pageantry of Paris and converted historic mill on the banks of Young traveller discount: the Sorgue. (BB, DW,  ) SAVE US$280 perhaps experience a traditional Parisian Cabaret. (BB) Multiple trip discount: 8 AVIGNON – TGV TRAIN – PARIS FREE TIME SAVE up to US$71 PARIS – BEAUNE – LYON Journey through The picture-perfect French countryside is our the picture-perfect Burgundy wine region and constant companion as we take the EARLY BIRD Triple room discount: 3 high-speed TGV train through the heart of SAVINGS SAVE US$70 p.p. stop in its walled regional capital, Beaune France, past Auxerre and the sprawling SAVE Past guests: – most famous for the colourful geometric- US$285 p.p. Unlock VIP benefits tiled Hôtel-Dieu. We continue to the vineyards of Burgundy back to Paris, where you'll have the rest of the afternoon to explore gastronomic capital of Lyon, where we spend the city on your own. This evening we the night. Discover the historic treasures of its well-preserved Old Town or perhaps indulge celebrate an unforgettable sojourn through France at a Farewell Dinner with our Travel in delicious Beaujolais flavours in a local Director and newfound friends. (BB, FD) bouchon – the choice is yours. (BB) Hotel: Evergreen Laurel Hotel: Novotel Gerland TRIP Highlights 4 LYON – AIX-EN-PROVENCE – MONACO – 9 DEPART PARIS This morning after Here’s just a sample of the many special FRENCH RIVIERA (2 NIGHTS) Follow the breakfast, it's time to bid Paris a fond au handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in revoir as our fascinating journey through your trip. Rhône Valley south, enjoying some free time France comes to an end. Transfers are in Aix-en-Provence for a delicious lunch and available. Conditions apply. (BB) CONNECT WITH LOCALS the sweet flavours of Calissons, then stop in the glamourous Principality of Monaco bound Delicious Provençal home cooking is the perfect for the sun-kissed shores of the French accompaniment to a fascinating Be My Guest Riviera. View the Palace, which has been the dinner enjoyed on the banks of the Sorgue with home of the Grimaldis since the 13th century, Poppy Salinger, who will regale you with stories and the cathedral where the late Princess of her famous husband. (Day 7) Grace and Prince Rainier were married. This evening, we enjoy a delicious Regional Meal TripMORE ABOUT YOUR together in Monaco before arriving at our hotel, where we'll spend the next two nights. * All prices are per person, twin share. (BB, RM) Hotel: Montaigne & Spa Airport transfers: On arrival at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport transfers will operate at 8am, 11am 5 FRENCH RIVIERA FREE DAY Walk in the and 2pm. Guests arriving later should make their footsteps of the world's big stars, strolling own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last along the stylish streets of Cannes on this day travel day will arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle at leisure in the French Riviera. See the Airport at 8am and 11.30am. famous Palais des Festivals at the end of La Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Croisette, relax on the beach with the Director and Driver, US$88 per person. beautiful people, or visit the delightful hilltop town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a favourite TRAFALGAR Tip TRIP CODE: FWOF haunt of the rich and famous. (BB) If you want to shop like a true Parisian, 6 FRENCH RIVIERA – ST. TROPEZ – ARLES head to the Marais district where you – AVIGNON (2 NIGHTS) We arrive by boat in will find wonderful little boutiques glitzy St. Tropez for a leisurely morning hidden away in courtyards off the main sojourn to soak up our fashionable surrounds. streets. Continue to Arles, to admire the Romanesque Jonathan Holburn, Travel Director Cathedral and Roman amphitheatre, once the site of bloody battles and exhilarating chariot races. 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WWI AND WWII BATTLEFIELDS 12 DAYS | 4 COUNTRIES | 16 MEALS | FROM US$3295pp* EXPLORE THE POIGNANT MOMENTS OF THE D-DAY LANDINGS, INFAMOUS SOMME AND THE BATTLE OF DUNKIRK, IMMORTALISED FOREVER IN THE MUSEUMS, MEMORIALS AND CEMETERIES THAT DOT THE FRENCH, BELGIAN AND DUTCH COUNTRYSIDES. NETHERLANDS THE Icons ENGLAND 2 AMSTERDAM WALKING TOUR in Paris with a LONDON Local Specialist 2 ▼ CITY TOUR in London ORIENTATION of Normandy, ▼ Dunkirk Bruges Bayeux, Amiens, the Somme Region, Portsmouth AMIENS Ypres Battlefields Ypres, Dunkirk, Bruges and Amsterdam FERRY 2 LILLE BELGIUM VISIT the D-Day Beaches in Normandy, Fromelles the Bayeux Tapestry Museum, Notre Vimy Ridge Dame Cathedral in Paris, Amiens Cathedral, Military cemeteries 1 throughout northern France and Belgium, Australian National Memorial, D-Day Landing Somme Villers - Brettoneux Caen Memorial, WWI & WWII Battlefields, Beaches Battlefields the Dunkirk War Museum and 2 ▼ evacuation beaches and Passchendaele Memorial in Ypres BAYEUX Caen 2 FRANCE PARIS VIEW the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Normandy Triomphe in Paris and the cobblestone START OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING streets and canals of Bruges END Menin Gate, Ypres 150