Tim Gleason Rocks Ireland!
With performances in Galway, Killarney & Dublin
September 15 - 25, 2024
$3,995 Per Person, Double Occupancy
An epic Irish Invasion starting in Galway, traveling south to Killarney and ending in the capital city of Dublin, with music all along the way! Tim has a deep love for Irish Culture and music and is excited to explore the relationship between Country Music and Irish Music. Joining him on this Irish Invasion is renowned fiddle player, Phil Roach.
This is an exclusive travel program presented by InterTrav Corporation
Day by Day Itinerary
Sun., Sept. 15 – CHICAGO
Today we depart Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport
on scheduled airline service to Dublin, Ireland. (I)
Mon., Sept. 16 – DUBLIN / GALWAY
This morning we’ll arrive in the historic, capital city
of Dublin where we’ll meet our Driver/
Guide who will accompany us on tour. We’ll begin
our day with a traditional Irish meal, and perhaps
your first pint of Guinness in Ireland. Then we’ll
journey across Ireland to Galway, the City of Tribes,
where we’ll join Galway guide Brian Nolan for a
walking tour of the city, a truly entertaining and engaging way to see and experience the history and culture and characters of Galway. This evening dinner is
included at our hotel. (B,D)
This morning we’ll arrive in the historic, capital city
of Dublin where we’ll meet our Driver/
Guide who will accompany us on tour. We’ll begin
our day with a traditional Irish meal, and perhaps
your first pint of Guinness in Ireland. Then we’ll
journey across Ireland to Galway, the City of Tribes,
where we’ll join Galway guide Brian Nolan for a
walking tour of the city, a truly entertaining and engaging way to see and experience the history and culture and characters of Galway. This evening dinner is
included at our hotel. (B,D)
Tues., Sept. 17 – GALWAY
Today we venture into the rugged Connemara, a
region of ancient stone walls and sheep. We will visit
Kylemore Abbey, a haven for history, beauty, and
serenity. As we make our way back to Galway, we’ll
travel to Cong for “The Quiet Man Tour,” a walking
tour with a local guide to see locations from the
movie featuring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara,
filmed in the village in 1952. We return to Galway
this afternoon and this evening we’ll enjoy an
evening performance by Tim and Phil. (B)
Wed., Sept. 18 – GALWAY
The day is free in Galway to enjoy the music, charm
and banter of the local characters as you shop and
explore the city. In the evening, we join Brian Nolan
once again for his Tales in the Pub where he’ll whisk us
off on a magical journey through Ireland’s history and
culture through stories, folkfore and music. We’ll be
invited to pour our own pint of Guinness as Brian
entertains and informs us on everything Irish. (B)
Thurs., Sept. 19 –GALWAY / KILLARNEY
After breakfast we say goodbye to Galway and travel
the Wild Atlantic way trough the limestone fields of
the Burren in the Banner County of Clare. Along the
way we’ll make a stop at Gus O’Connor’s Pub in
Doolin to allow time for the best fish and chips in the
world and a creamy pint, before arriving at the Cliffs of
Moher to enjoy spectacular views. Even when
shrouded in mist or buffeted by gales, the Cliffs of
Moher are a breath-taking sight as they rise to a height
of 700 feet from out of the Atlantic. After our visit,
we’ll cross the River Shannon by ferry to and enter
the Kingdom of Kerry to arrive in the lovely town of
Killarney. Dinner is included this evening. (B,D)
Fri., Sept. 20 – KILLARNEY
Today we will experience one of the worlds greatest
coastal drives as we explore the Dingle Peninsula, the High Kings of Munster, and where King Aengus,
Ireland’s first ever Christian king, was baptized by
St. Patrick himself. We’ll continue across the
beautiful countryside as we make our way to
Dublin, the famous city on the River Liffey. (B,D)
Mon., Sept. 23 – DUBLIN
This morning we’ll pick up our local guide for an
introductory tour of Dublin and see the prominent
historic buildings and monuments. In the
Georgian Era, Dublin was considered the Second
City of the British Empire. Then we’ll head to the
heart of Dublin to The Guinness Storehouse,
where you might like to have some lunch and a
pint of the black stuff. On our tour we’ll see
exhibits on how this world-famous stout was first
created and why it is so popular today, and finish
our visit in the rooftop bar, Gravity, overlooking
the city center. We also visit Pearse Lyons
Whiskey Distillery, built in the beautifully
restored Church of St. James in Dublin’s historic
Liberties, where we’ll enjoy a tour and whiskey
tasting. This evening we enjoy another wonderful
performance by Tim and Phil. (B)
Tues., Sept. 24 – DUBLIN
A leisurely morning will allow you explore this
wonderfully cosmopolitan city on your own. After
time for lunch we’ll make our way into the
Wicklow Mountains to visit Powerscourt House
and Gardens, a magnificent estate boasting 47
acres of gardens, where we’ll enjoy a walk in the
gardens, and have time to visit the shops. This
evening we’ll end our visit to Ireland in style with
a traditional Hooley – a night full of traditional
Irish music, dancing and entertainment! (B,D)
Wed., Sept. 25 – DUBLIN / USA
All too soon, our Gleason Rocks Ireland tour comes
to an end as we head to Dublin Airport for the
journey home. No better time to reflect on memories
that will last a lifetime and new friendships made
along the way! (B,I)
* * * Welcome Home * * *
wildest part of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, home to
some of the most ancient and traditional aspects of
Irish culture. Relax and enjoy the amazing scenery of
ancient hills and incredible sea cliffs. We’ll visit the
thriving fishing port of Dingle to explore at your
leisure. Be sure to try the seafood chowder that
County Kerry is famous for! This evening we enjoy
dinner and a performance by Tim and Phil at the
iconic Danny Mann’s pub. (B,D)
Sat., September 21 – KILLARNEY
Today we’ll enjoy a Jaunting Car ride through the
amazing scenery of Killarney National Park. We’ll
see the medieval gem, Ross Castle, looking proudly
over the vast expanse of Lough Leane for over 500
years, while delighting in the wit and knowledge or
our local jarvey. This afternoon we are let loose in
Killarney to poke around the shops or find a pub and
enjoy the craic that Killarney is famous for. (B)
Sun., Sept. 21 – KILLARNEY / DUBLIN
With Killarney in the review mirror we make our
way to Blarney for a visit to fabled Blarney Castle.
Here you’ll have an opportunity to climb the steps
of the fortress and kiss the world-famous Blarney
Stone to gain the gift of eloquence, wit and
wisdom. Just a stone’s throw away we’ll also visit
the Blarney Woolen Mills, the largest emporium of
Irish crafts in the country where we can browse the
finely woven Irish woolen products or if you prefer,
enjoy a pint in Christy’s Pub – don’t forget you are
now in County Cork, where Murphy’s and Beamish
are the pints of choice. Our next destination is the
Rock of Cashel. Set on a dramatic outcrop of limestone, the Rock of Cashel was once the seat of the
Meal Codes:
I = In-flight B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner
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- Economy class round-trip air transportation from Chicago on scheduled airline service
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- Accommodations in first class hotels with private bath or shower
- Breakfast each morning and other meals as indicated in the tour itinerary
- Sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary including entrance fees where necessary
- Luggage handling and porterage charges for one suitcase per person at hotels
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