Tour Plan
Day 1 – DUBLIN
Meals
- Upon arriving at the airport, we will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel.
- The instructional flyers posted in the hotel lobby should include all the details you need, including the start time and meeting place.
- Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2 – DUBLIN
Meals
- After breakfast, the day starts with a tour to Dublin, the calm capital of Ireland.
- Later, we will go down the River Liffey, pausing at its parks, its illustrious university, and its busy downtown streets.
- We are going to walk around Trinity College (depending on the duration of sunlight, this visit may take place the afternoon before, upon arrival in Dublin).
- Free time in the late afternoon.
- Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 – DUBLIN - POWERSCOURT - KILKENNY - CASHEL - CORK
Meals
- After breakfast we are departing from Dublin and travelling to POWERSCOURT, a nearby place. We will be able to see its spectacular gardens, which were constructed in the 18th century and are believed to be Ireland's most beautiful (entrance included). While you can, enjoy the fountains, Japanese Gardens, and pet cemetery.
- Then we will proceed to KILKENNY, where we will have time for lunch and to explore this bustling city. We will make a detour farther south to see the magnificent Rock of Cashel (admission included), a historic stronghold that represents the struggle of the Irish people against England.
- Later we will arrive in CORK about midday. It's time to take a stroll through the historic area of Ireland's second-largest city.
- Dinner included.
- Over night stay at the hotel.
Day 4 – CORK - KINSALE - KILLARNEY - LIMERICK
Meals
- After breakfast we proceed to visit KINSALE. pause at Charles Fort to take in the breath-taking ocean views that can be observed right from the location where the fort was constructed in the 17th century. Spend some time exploring KINSALE's historic area, one of Ireland's most picturesque coastal villages and a popular beach resort.
- Later we will travel to KILLARNEY, a popular tourist destination in central Ireland. We will also have a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride through its national following lunch and a leisurely stroll (included).Ross Castle, which has stunning views of the lake, is where the horse-drawn carriage trip will take us. To fully appreciate the stunning vistas, we incorporate a brief cruise.
- Then, proceed to a quick halt at ADARE, a small community that has managed to maintain its charming thatched-roof homes and the remnants of the former monastery. We'll get to LIMERICK at midday. It's time to take a trip around the city's Centre, where you may explore its shopping district, walk along the river, and see the cathedral or castle.
- Dinner is included.
- Over night stay at the hotel.
Day 5 – LIMERICK - CLIFFS OF MOHER - GALWAY
Meals
- After breakfast, we will proceed to BUNRATTY's FOLK PARK (included in the admission price), a delightful park with quaint cottages and an antique market that will teach us about Irish life in the past. Its castle still intact, faithfully depicting life during the Middle Ages.
- We will continue on to CAHERCONNELL, where the Poulnabrone dolmen is located. We may have the chance to see a demonstration of how dogs shepherd sheep.
- Later we will visit the stunning Cliffs of Moher, which provide views of the ocean. Those who are interested can hike to O'Brien's Tower (entrance included).
- Then we continue on our journey through the breathtaking Burren National Park. Finally arriving in GALWAY
- Over night stay at the hotel.
Day 6 – GALWAY - CLONMACNOISE - DUBLIN
Meals
- After breakfast, we will proceed to CONG, a quaint small village located by an impressive lake. We will tour the ruins of the Royal Abbey as well as the magnificent mediaeval castle Ashford Castle, which has been converted into a hotel.
- Later will will travel to CLONMACNOISE to see its monastic ruins (ticket and visit included).
- Then we continue on our return trip to DUBLIN and get there in the late afternoon.
- Over night stay at the hotel.
Day 7 – DUBLIN - CAERNARFON - LIVERPOOL
Meals
- We will catch a ferry early in the morning. It will take us three hours to get to Wales.
- Later we will go to the seaside World Heritage site of CAERNARFON, which is guarded by a grand castle. We travel on to LIVERPOOL, where you can check out The Beatles Story Exhibition.
- Over night stay at the hotel.
Day 8 – LIVERPOOL - STRATFORD - OXFORD - LONDON
Meals
- After breakfast, we are going to visit Shakespeare's hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon.
- Then, we will take a trip to Oxford, a city known for its education and culture. Scholars from all walks of life have studied here, including kings and statesmen.
- We will continue to London, arriving in the late afternoon.
- Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 9 – LONDON
Meals
- After breakfast, proceed to visit London. A new guard has been assigned.
- Transfer to Soho in the evening to learn about London from a native guide on a journey that focuses on fashion, culture, and history.
- Later, visit the Houses of Parliament, the River Thames, the Tower of London, and other places, including Buckingham Palace, where we can see the renowned "Changing of the Guard" (depending on the season).
- In the evening, take a walk through Leicester Square, with a buzzing atmosphere, theatres, and entertainment, China Town, and Soho.
- Transfer to hotel and overnight stay.
Day 10 – LONDON
Meals
- Free day. You can take in this city's charm while exploring and finding memorable locations.
Day 11 – LONDON - AMIENS - PARIS
Meals
- After breakfast, we will visit Canterbury, the Church of England's formal seat and a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a mystical medieval vibe.
- After passing through immigration and passport checks at Dover, our coach will board a train and traverse the spectacular engineering feat known as the Eurotunnel to reach England.
- Then we will travel to Amiens, a city famous for its Gothic cathedral, after landing in France. You can meander through its winding, energetic alleyways and stop at attractions like the floating gardens or Julio Verne's former home.
- Later, we will continue on our journey and make our way to Paris, arriving in the evening.
- Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12 – PARIS
Meals
- After breakfast, we will depart for Versailles, the enormous palace of the French monarchs.
- Later, we will return to Paris around lunchtime, where we will provide a transfer to the Montmartre district.
- We will ride the funicular up the hill and then descend to take in the breathtaking panorama of Paris. This district is renowned for its cabarets, painters, and artists.
- Lunch can be enjoyed on your own while in this wonderful setting.
- The next step is a picturesque guided tour to learn about Paris's history, famous boulevards, and breathtaking landmarks.
- Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 13 – PARIS
Meals
- After breakfast, we proceed to travel to the heart of Paris, beginning near the Eiffel Tower. You will get the chance to ascend to the second floor of this amazing metal structure (ticket included).
- Then, we take a boat ride along the Seine, which separates Paris's north and south.
- Enjoy a free afternoon to do whatever exploring you choose.
- Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 14 – PARIS
Meals
- After breakfast, proceed to airport on your own for flight back to India.
Inclusions / Exclusions
- Travel by bus with English-speaking guide, basic travel insurance, and breakfast buffet.
- Includes arrival transfer.
- City tour in: Dublin, Clonmacnoise, London, Paris.
- Boat ride in Ross Castle, River Seine in Paris.
- Evening transfer to Soho in London.
- Transfer to Montmartre District in Paris, Versailles Palace in Paris (entrance not included).
- Ticket admission to: Powerscourt Gardens, Rock of Cashel, National Park with horse and carriage tour, Folk Park in Bunratty, Cliffs of Moher, Clonmacnoise monastic ruins, 2nd floor Eiffel Tower in Paris.
- Ferry between Ireland and Wales.
- Funicular to Montmartre district in Paris.
- 2 dinners included in: Cork, Limerick.
- Govt. service tax of 5% is applicable on total billing (GST will be applicable as per Govt regulation).
- TCS (Tax Collected at Source).
- All Flight Tickets / All Train Tickets.
- Excludes Visa charges.
- Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in all land arrangements which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Cost of extension of the validity or deviation from route of your air ticket.
- Porterage, Tips, laundry, telephone charges, all personal items, all nature, and food and drinks not forming part of the group menus.
- Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘What your Tour Price includes’ box.
- Taxes as applicable to be paid extra on the total tour price.
- If the payment is through Credit Card, extra charges of 2.5% on the total billing.
Tour Info
- Estive will not be liable for any decision by the consulate or Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
- Maximum 3 adults allowed per room. As a third person in a triple room, most of the hotels use roll-away beds, and the room size may be the same as the double room.
- Additional supplements on account of fuel hikes, as and when received, would be applicable with immediate effect.
- Once an air ticket is issued, date change penalty will be applicable. Check with our Sales Officer for the applicable charges.
- The rights to vary, amend, alter, or withdraw any itinerary, departure, or excursion rest entirely with the company. Due to demand of an airline, the in/out points may change. Services, however, will remain unchanged.
- In group packages, arrival and departure sectors may change due to the availability of flights.
- Group size of 20 passengers and below traveling together: Driver-cum-guide will be provided. Group size of 20 passengers and above traveling together: Separate driver and separate guide will be provided.
- Itinerary is subject to change due to operational constraints, if any.
- Indian dinners and local meals are pre-set, and a-la carte is not possible.
- Any damage caused to the hotel rooms/coach during your stay shall be borne by the concerned passengers.
- The company shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss of baggage, loss, injury, accident, death, breakdown, or irregularity, which may occur in carrying out the tour arrangements due to weather conditions, strikes, war, threat of war, quarantine, or any other cause whatsoever. All such loss or expenses must be borne by the passengers.
- The management reserves the right to claim any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in schedules of train, airplane, bus, ship, or any other services.
- The tour manager and the driver will do their best to get you as close to the monuments as possible, as coaches are restricted in some cities.
- On days when certain attractions, sights, monuments, museums, etc., are closed, the Tour Manager reserves the right to amend the itinerary or cancel the visit.
- There are no refunds for any services (i.e., meals, sightseeing, etc.) not utilized on your tour, for your convenience.
- The flight change/cancellation fees vary based on airline rules and currency conversion rates. For exact cancellation/change fees, please do call us.
- Partly utilized tickets and no-show tickets cannot be cancelled.
- Flight seat guarantee: Subject to availability at the time of booking.
- Domestic ticket is completely non-refundable.
- Standard check-in time at the hotel is 1600hrs, and check-out time is 1000hrs - 1200hrs. Early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability, and the hotel may charge you extra for it.
- Hotel change/cancellation fees vary based on hotel rules and currency conversion rates. For exact cancellation/change fees, please call us.
- Children aged 12 years or above are fully charged by the hotel.
- Refunds will be processed within 20 working days from the date of request receipt.
- Coaches used for transfers and sightseeing will be provided only as per the itinerary and not at disposal.
- Please note the rooms in Europe are standard rooms and are very small.
- Estive will ensure that your Europe tour and vacation will be memorable with this Europe tour and holiday package.
