Ireland Heritage Tour
July 6 - 19, 2010
July 6 - 19, 2010
| Experience ~ Explore ~Educate ~ Enjoy |
The Journey Begins
Join Danny O’Flaherty and Travel Celtic/Hy-Brasyl Musical Tours on
this 13-day tour of Ireland ~ a journey that will fill your senses and
expand your imagination. During this tour we will visit many of the
cities, towns, and villages which are filled with the wonderful heritage
that Ireland is made of. On a Travel Celtic/Hy-Brasyl Musical Tour
you will explore many of the areas of Ireland where the Celtic
traditions are still alive. These places are reminiscent of ancient times
where you will find spirituality and heritage at every turn.
Join Danny O’Flaherty and Travel Celtic/Hy-Brasyl Musical Tours on
this 13-day tour of Ireland ~ a journey that will fill your senses and
expand your imagination. During this tour we will visit many of the
cities, towns, and villages which are filled with the wonderful heritage
that Ireland is made of. On a Travel Celtic/Hy-Brasyl Musical Tour
you will explore many of the areas of Ireland where the Celtic
traditions are still alive. These places are reminiscent of ancient times
where you will find spirituality and heritage at every turn.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Departure - Tuesday, July 6th
Today you will depart on an overnight flight to Belfast -upon landing in Belfast the
next morning you will meet up with Danny and your motor coach driver, Michael
Rooney.
Day 2 - Belfast - Wednesday, July 7th
After gathering our luggage we will head off to enjoy a bit of breakfast to
rejuvenate ourselves before heading out to explore Belfast. Once we check into
our hotel you will have time to relax and unpack before our welcome drink and
first dinner together.
Day 3 – Downpatrick and Belfast - Thursday, July 8th
Today we will travel to Downpatrick in County Down. We will visit Down
Cathedral, a 19th Century Gothic Cathedral built on the Hill of Down, one of the
holiest Christian sites in Ireland. Its graveyard contains the traditional burial
place of St. Patrick, St. Bridget and St. Colmcille. We will also visit the Saint
Patrick Centre which tells the story of Ireland's patron saint in his own words.
After dinner we will have a wonderful evening of music.
Day 4 – Derry - Friday, July 9th
Today we will leave Belfast for Derry. We will drive the Causeway Coastal Road,
along the way we will be able to take in the scenery of many charming villages,
beautiful harbors and historical castles and towers. We will visit the well-
preserved, 12th Century Norman Castle in the pretty seaside town of
Carrickfergus. Our journey will take us past the foot of each of the nine Glens of
Antrim. We will visit the World Heritage site of the Giants Causeway before
heading into Derry.
Day 5 – Derry and surrounding countryside - Saturday, July 10th
Today we will head out from Derry to explore some of the countryside and
wonderful Heritage sites in the area. We will visit the Ulster American Folk Park
where you can immerse yourself in the world famous story of Irish emigration at
the museum that brings it to life. Follow the emigrant trail as you journey from
the thatched cottages of Ulster, on board a full-scale emigrant sailing ship leading
to the log cabins of the American frontier. We will also stop in Ness woods and
take a moment to enjoy the breathtaking sight of the Burntollet River cascading
30 feet over Northern Ireland’s highest waterfall.
Day 6 – Donegal - Sunday, July 11th
Today we will head out after breakfast for our next stop, Donegal Town. Along
the way we will stop at Lough Derg which is often referred to as Saint Patrick's
Purgatory. This is a special sanctuary of peace and personal challenge. This small
lake and island, renowned in Irish Christian tradition since the time of St. Patrick,
has been receiving pilgrims continuously for well over 1000 years. Once arriving
in Donegal we will check into our hotel and you will have time in the afternoon to
explore Donegal before dinner.
Day 7 – Donegal and Surrounding Area - Monday, July 12th
Today we will take a trip up the coast from Donegal Town, for a slow,
spectacularly scenic drive along the northern coast of Donegal Bay, where the
road winds along past sheer cliffs, craggy rocks, bog land, panoramic mountain
and sea views, and green pastures. You’ll see the distinctive thatched-roof
cottages typical of the area – with rounded roofs held down by ropes (called
sugans) fastened beneath the eaves to help the thatch resist the strong sea
winds. We will make stops at Killybegs, a traditional fishing village; Sileve League,
the highest sea cliffs in Europe, guaranteed to take your breath away and at the
gorgeous village of Glencolumbkille (Gleann Cholm Cille), the traditional end of
the west coast drive.
Day 8 – Carrick-on-Shannon - Tuesday, July 13th
This morning we will leave Donegal and head to our next stop of Carrick-on-
Shannon in County Leitrim. Along the way we will visit Glencar Waterfall and the
grave of Ireland’s Nobel prize-winning poet, W. B. Yeats at Drumcliff Churchyard
before exploring the megalithic tombs at Carrowmore, the largest megalithic
cemetery in Europe. We will get into Carrick-on-Shannon in the afternoon, in
time for you to explore this quaint city before dinner.
Day 9 – Carrick-on-Shannon and Carrigallen - Wednesday, July 14th
Today we will spend the day visiting the town of Carrigallen, birthplace of
Margaret Gaffney Haughney, the Angel of the Delta. It will be a special day filled
with history and music.
Day 10 – Connemara - Thursday, July 15th
Today we will travel from Carrick-on-Shannon to Carna through some of the
most beautiful countryside in Ireland. We will stop in the Village of Cong, which
sits on an island between Lough Mask and Lough Corrib. We will visit Cong
Abbey, which was founded in 1106 as an Augustinian abbey by Turlough O'
Connor and Inchagoill Island which has an extensive Monastic site and religious
ruins. After arriving at our hotel in Carna, you will have time to relax before
dinner at the hotel.
Day 11 – Connemara - Friday, July 16th
Today will be a very special day as we make the pilgrimage over to St. McDara’s
Island for the annual mass and a picnic lunch on the island. In the sixth century
St. Mac Dara built a small church on one of the islands off the coast, namely
'Cruach na Cara'. The Saint's feast day is celebrated annually on July 16th when
people make their way to the island for the celebration of Mass. The feast day also
incorporates a festival of hooker and currach racing in honor of St. Mac Dara, the
Patron Saint of all seafarers. The afternoon will be filled with music and dancing
with a concert that evening.
Day 12 – Connemara – Inishbofin - Saturday, July 17th
Today we will travel to Cleggan to take the ferry over to Inishbofin Island.
Inishbofin (Island of the White Cow) lies seven miles off Galway’s coast ~ A
tranquil island where history and beauty abound. Inishbofin, with a population of
around 200, lies nine miles out from Cleggan. Arriving into the harbor you will
see a star-shaped fort built in the 1650s by Cromwell's troops, who used the
island as an open-air prison for Catholic priests. You will have the day to explore
the island on your own. You can rent a bike or explore on foot, following a path
that runs along the shore. There will be time to stop for a pint in one of the local
pubs or a cup of homemade soup. About a mile in from the pier, a stone ring
marks the remains of a Stone Age roundhouse. Three-quarters of a mile further
along is a ruined, famine-era village. On the west coast of the island you will find
sea-carved caves and blowholes, a colony of gray seals and plenty of beautiful
birds. We will end the afternoon with a few songs from Danny at one of the local
pubs.
Day 13 - Ennis - Sunday, July 18th
Today we will travel to Ennis for our final day and evening in Ireland. With
narrow streets and little shops in every nook, Ennis is, perhaps, the quaintest
town in Ireland. After arriving in Ennis, you will have the entire day to explore
the town. Make sure to walk along Market Street, away from the main area of
town and cut through one of the side streets to the River Fergus. It is a beautiful
walk along the river and you will find a number of out-of-the-way shops where
normally only the Irish shop. We will end our time together in Ireland tonight
with a little music tonight when some of the local musicians join Danny for a
Session.
Day 14 - Fly Home - Monday, July 19th
This morning we will board our plane in Shannon for our return flight to Newark.
To move forward into the future, we must know our past!
The places you will visit are as diverse as Ireland itself. They will tell the story of
famine and emigrations, kings and invaders, priests and poets, encompassing the
heritage which shaped Ireland into a place of extraordinary culture and beauty.
Space is limited so don’t delay in reserving your spot on this one of a kind heritage
experience!
Your Tour Price Includes:
• First-class accommodations for 12 nights
• 13 Irish breakfasts
• 12 delicious dinners
• Luxury motor coach transportation
• Admissions to all group activities and sites including ferries and
sessions
• Baggage handling, gratuities and taxes for hotels and included
meals.
All for $2,900 per person sharing LAND ONLY*
Single Supplement $400 ($3,300) **Limited number of single rooms
available so book early
Due to the frequent change in airfares, the price of the tour is LAND ONLY.
Passengers are responsible for all airfares, departure taxes and airline
surcharges. Hy-Brasyl Musical Tours is very happy to assist you with your
flight arrangements though and can recommend a flight to you.
Not included in tour price:
• All Airfare
• Gratuities for your driver and guide
• Insurance per person (Optional but highly recommended)
• Lunches not included on itinerary
For more information contact:
337-564-4702 or 409-384-2376
hybrasyl@yahoo.com
To reserve your spot, mail your $500 deposit to:
(We cannot guarantee your reservation until deposit is received)
Make Check payable to: Hy-Brasyl, LLC
Hy-Brasyl Musical Tours or Hy-Brasyl Musical Tours
P.O. Box 1615 822 Charters
Jasper, Texas 75951 New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
Payment by check or money order - Sorry, no credit card charges available
Note: $100 of your deposit is non-refundable
Reminder: This itinerary is subject to change
Day 1 – Departure - Tuesday, July 6th
Today you will depart on an overnight flight to Belfast -upon landing in Belfast the
next morning you will meet up with Danny and your motor coach driver, Michael
Rooney.
Day 2 - Belfast - Wednesday, July 7th
After gathering our luggage we will head off to enjoy a bit of breakfast to
rejuvenate ourselves before heading out to explore Belfast. Once we check into
our hotel you will have time to relax and unpack before our welcome drink and
first dinner together.
Day 3 – Downpatrick and Belfast - Thursday, July 8th
Today we will travel to Downpatrick in County Down. We will visit Down
Cathedral, a 19th Century Gothic Cathedral built on the Hill of Down, one of the
holiest Christian sites in Ireland. Its graveyard contains the traditional burial
place of St. Patrick, St. Bridget and St. Colmcille. We will also visit the Saint
Patrick Centre which tells the story of Ireland's patron saint in his own words.
After dinner we will have a wonderful evening of music.
Day 4 – Derry - Friday, July 9th
Today we will leave Belfast for Derry. We will drive the Causeway Coastal Road,
along the way we will be able to take in the scenery of many charming villages,
beautiful harbors and historical castles and towers. We will visit the well-
preserved, 12th Century Norman Castle in the pretty seaside town of
Carrickfergus. Our journey will take us past the foot of each of the nine Glens of
Antrim. We will visit the World Heritage site of the Giants Causeway before
heading into Derry.
Day 5 – Derry and surrounding countryside - Saturday, July 10th
Today we will head out from Derry to explore some of the countryside and
wonderful Heritage sites in the area. We will visit the Ulster American Folk Park
where you can immerse yourself in the world famous story of Irish emigration at
the museum that brings it to life. Follow the emigrant trail as you journey from
the thatched cottages of Ulster, on board a full-scale emigrant sailing ship leading
to the log cabins of the American frontier. We will also stop in Ness woods and
take a moment to enjoy the breathtaking sight of the Burntollet River cascading
30 feet over Northern Ireland’s highest waterfall.
Day 6 – Donegal - Sunday, July 11th
Today we will head out after breakfast for our next stop, Donegal Town. Along
the way we will stop at Lough Derg which is often referred to as Saint Patrick's
Purgatory. This is a special sanctuary of peace and personal challenge. This small
lake and island, renowned in Irish Christian tradition since the time of St. Patrick,
has been receiving pilgrims continuously for well over 1000 years. Once arriving
in Donegal we will check into our hotel and you will have time in the afternoon to
explore Donegal before dinner.
Day 7 – Donegal and Surrounding Area - Monday, July 12th
Today we will take a trip up the coast from Donegal Town, for a slow,
spectacularly scenic drive along the northern coast of Donegal Bay, where the
road winds along past sheer cliffs, craggy rocks, bog land, panoramic mountain
and sea views, and green pastures. You’ll see the distinctive thatched-roof
cottages typical of the area – with rounded roofs held down by ropes (called
sugans) fastened beneath the eaves to help the thatch resist the strong sea
winds. We will make stops at Killybegs, a traditional fishing village; Sileve League,
the highest sea cliffs in Europe, guaranteed to take your breath away and at the
gorgeous village of Glencolumbkille (Gleann Cholm Cille), the traditional end of
the west coast drive.
Day 8 – Carrick-on-Shannon - Tuesday, July 13th
This morning we will leave Donegal and head to our next stop of Carrick-on-
Shannon in County Leitrim. Along the way we will visit Glencar Waterfall and the
grave of Ireland’s Nobel prize-winning poet, W. B. Yeats at Drumcliff Churchyard
before exploring the megalithic tombs at Carrowmore, the largest megalithic
cemetery in Europe. We will get into Carrick-on-Shannon in the afternoon, in
time for you to explore this quaint city before dinner.
Day 9 – Carrick-on-Shannon and Carrigallen - Wednesday, July 14th
Today we will spend the day visiting the town of Carrigallen, birthplace of
Margaret Gaffney Haughney, the Angel of the Delta. It will be a special day filled
with history and music.
Day 10 – Connemara - Thursday, July 15th
Today we will travel from Carrick-on-Shannon to Carna through some of the
most beautiful countryside in Ireland. We will stop in the Village of Cong, which
sits on an island between Lough Mask and Lough Corrib. We will visit Cong
Abbey, which was founded in 1106 as an Augustinian abbey by Turlough O'
Connor and Inchagoill Island which has an extensive Monastic site and religious
ruins. After arriving at our hotel in Carna, you will have time to relax before
dinner at the hotel.
Day 11 – Connemara - Friday, July 16th
Today will be a very special day as we make the pilgrimage over to St. McDara’s
Island for the annual mass and a picnic lunch on the island. In the sixth century
St. Mac Dara built a small church on one of the islands off the coast, namely
'Cruach na Cara'. The Saint's feast day is celebrated annually on July 16th when
people make their way to the island for the celebration of Mass. The feast day also
incorporates a festival of hooker and currach racing in honor of St. Mac Dara, the
Patron Saint of all seafarers. The afternoon will be filled with music and dancing
with a concert that evening.
Day 12 – Connemara – Inishbofin - Saturday, July 17th
Today we will travel to Cleggan to take the ferry over to Inishbofin Island.
Inishbofin (Island of the White Cow) lies seven miles off Galway’s coast ~ A
tranquil island where history and beauty abound. Inishbofin, with a population of
around 200, lies nine miles out from Cleggan. Arriving into the harbor you will
see a star-shaped fort built in the 1650s by Cromwell's troops, who used the
island as an open-air prison for Catholic priests. You will have the day to explore
the island on your own. You can rent a bike or explore on foot, following a path
that runs along the shore. There will be time to stop for a pint in one of the local
pubs or a cup of homemade soup. About a mile in from the pier, a stone ring
marks the remains of a Stone Age roundhouse. Three-quarters of a mile further
along is a ruined, famine-era village. On the west coast of the island you will find
sea-carved caves and blowholes, a colony of gray seals and plenty of beautiful
birds. We will end the afternoon with a few songs from Danny at one of the local
pubs.
Day 13 - Ennis - Sunday, July 18th
Today we will travel to Ennis for our final day and evening in Ireland. With
narrow streets and little shops in every nook, Ennis is, perhaps, the quaintest
town in Ireland. After arriving in Ennis, you will have the entire day to explore
the town. Make sure to walk along Market Street, away from the main area of
town and cut through one of the side streets to the River Fergus. It is a beautiful
walk along the river and you will find a number of out-of-the-way shops where
normally only the Irish shop. We will end our time together in Ireland tonight
with a little music tonight when some of the local musicians join Danny for a
Session.
Day 14 - Fly Home - Monday, July 19th
This morning we will board our plane in Shannon for our return flight to Newark.
To move forward into the future, we must know our past!
The places you will visit are as diverse as Ireland itself. They will tell the story of
famine and emigrations, kings and invaders, priests and poets, encompassing the
heritage which shaped Ireland into a place of extraordinary culture and beauty.
Space is limited so don’t delay in reserving your spot on this one of a kind heritage
experience!
Your Tour Price Includes:
• First-class accommodations for 12 nights
• 13 Irish breakfasts
• 12 delicious dinners
• Luxury motor coach transportation
• Admissions to all group activities and sites including ferries and
sessions
• Baggage handling, gratuities and taxes for hotels and included
meals.
All for $2,900 per person sharing LAND ONLY*
Single Supplement $400 ($3,300) **Limited number of single rooms
available so book early
Due to the frequent change in airfares, the price of the tour is LAND ONLY.
Passengers are responsible for all airfares, departure taxes and airline
surcharges. Hy-Brasyl Musical Tours is very happy to assist you with your
flight arrangements though and can recommend a flight to you.
Not included in tour price:
• All Airfare
• Gratuities for your driver and guide
• Insurance per person (Optional but highly recommended)
• Lunches not included on itinerary
For more information contact:
337-564-4702 or 409-384-2376
hybrasyl@yahoo.com
To reserve your spot, mail your $500 deposit to:
(We cannot guarantee your reservation until deposit is received)
Make Check payable to: Hy-Brasyl, LLC
Hy-Brasyl Musical Tours or Hy-Brasyl Musical Tours
P.O. Box 1615 822 Charters
Jasper, Texas 75951 New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
Payment by check or money order - Sorry, no credit card charges available
Note: $100 of your deposit is non-refundable
- $500 Deposit due to hold your spot
- 2nd payment due by 3/26/2010 $1,200 (for doubles)
- Final payment by 5/21/2010 $1,200 (for doubles)
Reminder: This itinerary is subject to change
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