Inclusions

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NOTRE DAME VS NAVY FOOTBALL GAME

• Aer Lingus College Football Classic game tickets
• Recess 4 Grownups Tailgate Party 

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

• Transport by luxury motorcoach
• Professional Irish driver/guide
• Hotel accommodation based on double occupancy with private bath for 6 or 7 nights
  • Clayton Hotel | Limerick (1 night)
  • The Brehon Hotel | Killarney (2 nights)
  • Granville Hotel | Waterford (1 night)
  • The Croke Park Hotel | Dun Laoghaire, Dublin (2 nights)
  • < Extended Tour> Dromoland Castle Hotel | Newmarket-on-Fergus, Clare (1 night)

• Porterage of one piece of luggage at arrival and departure of hotels
• Airport transfers at start and end of tour (on scheduled tour dates)
• Flight bags, ticket wallets, baggage tags
• On-site Recess 4 Grownups event staff in Dublin
• Hotel taxes and service charges
• City stay taxes

DINING

• Full Irish breakfasts (6 - 7)
• Welcome Get-Together Drink
• Dinners (5 - 6)
  • Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet
  • Killeen House Restaurant in Killarney
  • Merry Ploughboy Pub dinner and traditional show
  • <Extended Tour of 7 Nts> Farewell dinner at Dromoland Castle
  • Table d’hôte dinners (2)

TOURS, ENTERTAINMENT, ENRICHMENT

• Ferry ride across the River Shannon
• Cobh Heritage Centre
• Horse-drawn jaunting car ride in Killarney
• Walking tour of Waterford
• Tour of Dublin
• Visits and admission fees to:
  • King John’s Castle
  • Cliffs of Moher
  • Blarney Castle
  • Blarney Woollen Mills
  • Cobh Heritage Centre
  • House of Waterford Crystal
  • <Extended Tour> Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens
• Personalized audio system on walking tours to hear every word your guide says, even from a distance

Itinerary

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 20, 2023: DEPART US FOR SHANNON

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MONDAY, AUGUST 21, 2023: LIMERICK | MEDIEVAL CASTLE BANQUET

Your tour begins at 2:00 PM at your Limerick hotel. Visit King John's Castle and immerse yourself in 800 years of dramatic local history. Then join your group for a welcome drink before heading out to a medieval-style banquet. (Dinner) 

OVERNIGHT: Clayton Hotel, Limerick

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2023: CLIFFS OF MOHER | RIVER SHANNON FERRY

Take in the spectacular beauty of the Cliffs of Moher, soaring 700 feet above the Atlantic surf. Drive south for a ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary, and travel on to Killarney. Enjoy free time before dinner.(Breakfast, Dinner)

DINNER AND OVERNIGHT: The Brehon Hotel, Killarney

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2023: RING OF KERRY TOUR | SHEEPDOG TRIALS

Travel via jaunting car to Ross Castle & Killarney Estate. Embark on Ireland’s most popular scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry, with plenty of stops to capture photos of Ireland’s natural beauty and view some of the locations from the film “Star Wars VII.” Passing through Waterville and the village of Sneem, stop at Moll’s Gap for views of the mountainous Macgillycuddy’s Reeks. Experience farm life at a nearby farm and watch specially trained dogs herding sheep. Return to Killarney for dinner at the award-winning Rozzers Restaurant at The Killeen House. (Breakfast, Dinner)

OVERNIGHT: The Brehon Hotel, Killarney

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 2023: BLARNEY CASTLE| COBH HERITAGE CENTRE

Visit the famous Blarney Castle and kiss the “Stone of Eloquence” or walk through the lovely parklands and gardens. Head to the Cobh Heritage Centre where you can trace your ancestors, learn more about the ill-fated Titanic and Lusitania, or immerse yourself in the history of Irish emigrants. Relax as you follow the coastal route to Waterford. In the evening, take a gentle walk with a local historian who will reveal Waterford’s Viking and medieval past. (Breakfast, Dinner)

OVERNIGHT: Granville Hotel, Waterford

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 25, 2023: WATERFORD CRYSTAL | 6^TH CENTURY GLENDALOUGH

Witness the creation of crystal masterpieces during your visit to the House of Waterford Crystal. Travel through the stunning scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the way to Glendalough, one of Ireland’s most beautiful destinations. There you’ll explore the remains of one of the most important monastic sites in Ireland, founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Continue on to your city-center hotel. This evening dine on Irish specialties at the Merry Ploughboy Pub while enjoying a lively show of traditional Irish songs and step-dancing. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DINNER AND OVERNIGHT: The Croke Park Hotel, Dublin

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 26, 2023: AER LINGUS COLLEGE FOOTBALL CLASSIC

This afternoon enjoy attending the Recess 4 Grownups tailgate party in a Temple Bar pub reserved just for our guests. Then we’ll drive to Aviva Stadium, a sporting stadium with a capacity for 51,700 spectators. It is also commonly known as Lansdowne Road while UEFA refers to it as the Dublin Arena. Today, Notre Dame and Navy will kick off the football season in what is hoped to be an epic game, where bragging rights are on the line. (Breakfast)

OVERNIGHT: The Croke Park Hotel, Dublin

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 27, 2023: IRISH NATIONAL STUD | DROMOLAND CASTLE HOTEL

6 Night Tour - Enjoy Breakfast and transfer to the Dublin Airport.

7 Night Tour - Visit the home of equine royalty, The Irish National Stud, where you’ll see impeccably-bred stallions alongside protective mares, frolicking foals, and athletic yearlings. Stroll around the delightful grounds to explore St. Fiachra’s Garden, including its miniature Japanese Gardens. Travel to the majestic and deluxe Dromoland Castle Hotel. Relax in the elegant surroundings of this wonderful fairy tale castle. Savor a delicious farewell dinner in the oak-paneled dining room. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DINNER AND OVERNIGHT: Dromoland Castle Hotel, Newmarket-on-Fergus

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MONDAY, AUGUST 28, 2023: RETURN TO THE US

Your program ends after breakfast. Transfer to the Shannon Airport for your flight home. (Breakfast)

Terms and Conditions for Notre Dame-Navy Tour Packages

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By booking travel with us, you hereby agree to all of our terms and conditions of travel which can be found here:    Click Here to Download Terms & Conditions (pdf)

You should read the terms and conditions in their entirety before booking travel with us.
If you do not agree with any terms, you should speak to us before making any booking

Payment Amounts and Dates for Notre Dame-Navy Tour Packages

General Tour Inclusions – see tour listing for specifics:

• Football Game Tickets for College Football Classic at Aviva Stadium, Notre Dame vs. Navy
• Exclusive Tailgate party in Temple Bar pub for Recess 4 Grownups tour guests, including food and beverage
• Hotel accommodation based on double occupancy rooms with private bath as listed in specific tour description
• Full Irish breakfast each morning of tour (after first overnight)
• Transport by luxury motorcoach with a professional Irish driver/guide (one man) for tour days
• Airport transfers on tour start and end dates
• Additional meals, visits, activities, and admission fees as described in specific tour itinerary
• Hotel porterage, service charges and government taxes
• Flight bags, ticket wallets, baggage tags and identifying strap

Tour packages are land only and airfare is not included.

All travel packages are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Tour space is limited, and pricing is subject to change prior to deposit. Land tour prices are guaranteed once deposited. It is best to make reservations early to ensure you can confirm your desired travel package.

Tour Deposit and Payment Information:

• $500 per tour package at time of booking
• September 1, 2022: $900 Additional Due per Tour Package {$1,400 total deposited}
• May 23, 2023, 2020: Final Balance Due 

Tour Package Cancellation Policies:

• Through August 31, 2022: $250/tour package
• September 1, 2022 - May 22, 2023: $1250/tour package
• May 23, 2023: Non-refundable

Name Change Policies:

Name Changes - Air:

• • Cannot change names or substitute for air reservations.

Name Changes - Land Tour:

• • July 31, 2022: No change fee
  • August 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023: $300 change fee/tour package
  • After March 1, 2023: No Changes Allowed

Travel Insurance is highly recommended to protect your travel investment.

Participant Agreement terms and conditions acknowledgement required for tour registration.