INCLUDES:• Roundtrip airfare from Toronto• 7 night’s accommodations• 13 meals: 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch

and 4 dinners• Entrance fees to attractions, as

mentioned in itinerary• Scenic boat trip on Lough Corrib• Roundtrip airport transfers• Hotel Baggage handling

(1 piece per person)• All applicable taxes and fees

HOTELS: Park House Hotel, Galway - 2 nightsWestport Coast Hotel, Westport - 1 nightHarvey’s Point Hotel, Donegal - 2 nightsTrinity City Hotel, Dublin - 2 nights

Join your host Vincent O’Neill, Artistic Director of the Irish Classical Theatre Company, on a journey along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Coast. Explore the coast of scenic County Clare and visit the Cliffs of Moher. In Connemara, embark on a scenic cruise on Lough Corrib, and explore the grounds of the stunning Ashford Castle. Set off on a panoramic tour of Yeats Country in County Sligo, one of Ireland’s most beautiful counties, and journey to view W.B. Yeats’ grave in Drumcliffe Churchyard. Then on to rugged Donegal, where on your drive you can view some of its breathtaking mountainous scenery, glassy lakes and amazing beaches. End your Wild Atlantic Coast adventure by visiting the Slieve League Sea Cliffs, the highest cliffs in Europe, dropping straight down to the wild Atlantic waves below. Also, enjoy some freshly made tea and scones while at the cliffs. Next, you’ll travel to Dublin with a literary twist, in the company of your host Vincent O’Neill, who will escort you on a special literary pub crawl of Dublin. Your last day in Dublin will feature a morning tour of the city and a refreshing stop at the world-famous Guinness Storehouse. Finally, you’ll end your journey with a lively farewell dinner show and cabaret featuring the best in traditional Irish dance and music.

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YOUR HOSTVINCENT O’NEILL

IRELAND’S WILD ATLANTIC COAST & LITERARY DUBLINJUNE 12-20, 2020

ITINERARY:FRI, 12-JUNE

DEPART FROM BUFFALO & VIA TORONTO TO IRELAND Depart from Buffalo to Toronto by private coach and take an overnight flight across the Atlantic to arrive in Shannon in time for breakfast. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you travel to start your vacation.

SAT, 13-JUNE

SHANNON ARRIVAL & GALWAY CITY After customs and immigration formalities at Shannon Airport, your tour driver and guide will welcome you to Ireland. Have breakfast at a local venue before journeying north to Galway, where you will set off on a gentle walking tour of the city. See the medieval city walls, Lynch’s Castle, and the charming narrow streets. Then the coach will bring you the short distance to your hotel in the city center, check-in, and settle into your room with time to relax before an independent dinner. (Included: Breakfast)

OVERNIGHT: PARK HOUSE HOTEL, GALWAY

SUN, 14-JUNE

CLIFFS OF MOHER & THE BURREN This morning drive along the coast of scenic County Clare to visit the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most beloved natural landmarks. See the stunning views, overlooking the shimmering Atlantic Ocean, as you drive along Ireland’s Western coastline. Pass through the Burren, a region celebrated for its exotic flora and fauna which still thrive amongst its rocky limestone. This region also contains many fascinating dolmens, prehistoric monuments formed by large limestone slabs. Return to Galway and relax or shop locally before dinner with the group. (Included: Breakfast, Dinner)

OVERNIGHT: PARK HOUSE HOTEL, GALWAY

MON, 15-JUNE

LOUGH CORRIB CRUISE & WESTPORT Travel through the rugged Connemara region and admire the sweeping views of boglands and misty mountains. Next, embark on a cruise on Lough Corrib, which is the largest lake in the Republic of Ireland. See Lough Corrib’s many islands and historic ruins as you sail to the magnificent Ashford Castle and explore the grounds. Afterwards, take a walking tour of the charming coastal town of Westport. Among the most picturesque features of the town is the promenade, and the little stone bridges along the River Carrow Beg. Then check into your hotel for dinner and your overnight stay in Westport. (Included: Breakfast, Dinner)

DINNER & OVERNIGHT: WESTPORT COAST HOTEL, WESTPORT

TUES, 16-JUNE

SLIGO & YEATS COUNTRY Set off on a panoramic tour of Yeats Country in Sligo, one of the most scenic counties in Ireland. While on your drive you can enjoy its beautiful mountainous scenery, glassy lakes and amazing beaches. At Drumcliffe Churchyard, stop to view W.B. Yeats’ grave. Then drive to Donegal and check into your hotel. You will have some time to explore the town before dinner with your group. (Included: Breakfast, Dinner)

DINNER & OVERNIGHT: HARVEY’S POINT HOTEL, DONEGAL

WED, 17-JUNE

DONEGAL & THE WILD ATLANTIC COAST Today, head along the Wild Atlantic Way to the quaint little fishing village of Killybegs for some leisure time before visiting the famous Slieve League Sea Cliffs, the highest cliffs in Europe. The cliffs drop straight down to the wild Atlantic waves below, and the views are breathtaking. Then take some time out to enjoy freshly made tea and scones while at the cliffs. Next, drive to Ardara so you can see demonstrations of traditional spinning, weaving and knitting at Triona Designs. Continue along the Atlantic Coast to Glencolmcille Folk Park to visit traditional cottages showing period furnishings and farming equipment, which conjure up country life in past centuries. Return to Donegal town for a free evening. (Included: Breakfast, Tea & Scones)

OVERNIGHT: HARVEY’S POINT HOTEL, DONEGAL

THURS, 18-JUNE

CARRICK-ON-SHANNON & LITERARY DUBLIN Travel from Donegal to a lovely town along the River Shannon, so aptly named Carrick-on-Shannon. There you can explore the Grand Canal, or exquisite marina, or perhaps pay a visit to the King House, a mansion built in the 1700s. Have a leisurely lunch before traveling to Dublin, where you will check into your hotel and settle in before an independent dinner. This evening, you will also take part in the internationally renowned Dublin Literary Pub Crawl, where some of Vincent’s actor friends from Dublin retrace the steps of Joyce, Beckett and Yeats. (Included: Breakfast, Lunch)

OVERNIGHT: TRINITY CITY HOTEL, DUBLIN

FRI, 19-JUNE

DUBLIN HIGHLIGHTS This morning, embark on a guided coach tour of Dublin. The city has been molded through the centuries by many different and impressive architectural styles. Tour the Guinness Storehouse, the most popular tourist destination in Europe, to see living exhibitions on how this world-famous stout was first created and why it is so popular today. Finish your visit in the roof-top bar, where you can sample a draft of Guinness. The afternoon is free to sightsee and shop, along Grafton Street and Nassau Street, to experience the charm of Trinity College, the Book of Kells, the National Gallery of Ireland, or St. Stephen’s Green, all within walking distance of your hotel. This evening, we drive to the town of Rathfarnham to enjoy the storied Taylors Three Rock Cabaret for dinner, followed by a mightily entertaining traditional Irish cabaret of dance, song, music, and humor. (Included: Breakfast, Dinner)

OVERNIGHT: TRINITY CITY HOTEL, DUBLIN

SAT, 20-JUNE

RETURN TO THE UNITED STATES Transfer by coach to Dublin Airport and check in for your flight. You may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free stores before boarding your aircraft and flying back to Toronto, and your coach drive back to Buffalo. (Included: Breakfast)

PRICE PER PERSONPICK-UP LOCATIONS:AAA Amherst 100 International DriveWilliamsville, NY 14221 Board: 2:00 p.m. Depart: 2:30 p.m. Approximate return: 6:00 p.m.

Rates are per person.$300 deposit per person due

at time of booking.Final payment due April 1, 2020.

*Airfare is non-refundable and non-transferable.

IRELAND’S WILD ATLANTIC COAST & LITERARY DUBLINJUNE 12-20, 2020

DOUBLE ..........................$4400

SINGLE ..................................... $5445

HOW TO BOOK: Reservations may be made through any AAA Western and Central New York branch or by calling 855-862-6651.

CANCELLATION POLICY: AAA recommends the purchase of Allianz Global Assistance products to protect your trip investment.

Cancellation charges prior to departure are: (all fees are based per person) *Airfare is non-refundable

Date of deposit – 98 Days Group deposit

Between 99 and 65 days Group deposit plus $250 per person

Between 64 and 21 days 25% per person

Between 20 and 08 days 35% per person

Between 07 and 01 day 50% per person

On day of departure 100% per person

SINGLE OCCUPANCY: If a single room must be assigned for any reason, even at the last moment or while on tour, the single room supplement, or prorate thereof, must be collected since hotels make no allowances.

PARKING: If you are picking up AAA transportation at the RIT Inn and Conference you will be required to sign and turn in a liability form. You agree to these terms and conditions when you confirm your trip.

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1 = Easy – Very leisurely pace, minimal physical activity, stepping on and off the coach, and shorter touring days

2 = Moderately Easy – Easy pace, some stairs and standing, three to four blocks of walking at a time on level terrains

3 = Active – Moderate pace, good mobility needed, stairs and prolonged standing, includes city walking tours, some shorter and some longer days

4 = Moderately Challenging – Fast pace, some strenuous activities, walking on varied terrain and up to two miles at a time

5 = Challenging – Vigorous pace, frequent strenuous activities, extensive walking and longer touring days

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