Intriguing Ireland
Galway, Cliffs of Moher, Killarney, The Ring of Kerry,Cork and Dublin
also featuring: stops and overnights in smaller villages for a true immersion into local cultures
This is the Grace First Presbyterian Church's first performance tour itinerary, some details are subject to change to enhance the overall experience. Enjoy!
Highlights
• A series of up to four professionally organized and promoted formal concerts in magnificent venues just for your choir and/or exchange concerts
• Educational and entertaining sightseeing
• Plenty of opportunities for immersion intothe local culture
• Exchange with local musicians
• Entrances to many sights, including the Guiness Storehouse (tasting not obligatory)
• Nice hotels in good locations
Your Concert-Venues
• St. Nicholas Church —GALWAY
• Gothic Church at Kylemore Abbey
• Danny Man Pub —KILLARNEY
• Holy Trinity Presbyterian Church —CORK
• St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Adelaide Road Presbyterian Church, Christchurch, St. Bartholomew —DUBLIN
The above listed venues have been carefully selected by Incantato‘s Concert Managers and are requested for your choir and travel dates. Final confirmation is based on submission of repertoire and recording as well as final approval by the local music directors.
Accommodation and Meals
Incantato‘s Hospitality Managers take pride in working only with pre-inspected hotels that fit your budget and selected restaurants frequented by locals. We encourage you to stay and eat in typical, ideally locally owned properties for a true immersion into the local cultures. Irish breakfasts are included daily and four special dinners.
Itinerary
DAY 1 Monday, April 5, 2010
Overnight flight to Ireland
DAY 2 Tuesday, April 6
Failté - Cliffs of Moher
Your Incantato Tourmanager welcomes you to Ireland after an overnight flight to Shannon. You’ll stop at the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, then explore Galway, a lively university town, prior to your welcome dinner.
DAY 3 Wednesday, April 7
Parks, Abbey & Concerts
Start your excursion of Connemara National Park. It‘s highlight is the beautiful Kylemore Abbey
where a home-made tea and scones await you prior to the choir‘s concert at the Gothic Church. Return to Galway.
DAY 4 Thursday, April 8
Aran Islands & Concert
Catch the ferry to the island if Inishmore and discover the largest of the Aran Islands and get a chance to really practise your Gaelic. See Dun Aonghasa Fort and then enjoy some free time to explore this island of great peace and tranquility on your own. Return to Galway.
DAY 5 Friday, April 9
Scenic Routes to Killarney
Heading south, you’ll stop at Adare, widely considered
Ireland’s prettiest village. Upon arrival in Killarney, home of a myriad of music pubs, enjoy a free afternoon to see Muckross House and Gardens and other highlights. Pub concert opportunity.
DAY 6 Saturday, April 10
“The Ring of Kerry” - Concert
This excursion is a must. The captivating mountain and coastal scenery is dotted with slate-roofed fishing villages. The “Ring” encircles the Iveragh Peninsula, which features Ireland’s highest mountains, the Macgillycuddy Reeks, providing excellent views at Dingle Bay to the North and the estuary of the Kenmare River to the South. From Tralee, enjoy fine views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Dingle Peninsula. Upon return, prepare for a concert in Killarney.
DAY 7 Sunday, April 11
Blarney Castle & Sung Service
Visit ancient Blarney castle and have opportunity to kiss the stone which is said to impart the gift of eloquence. Continue to beautiful Cork and meet a local choir for a cultural exchange followed by a joined concert.
DAY 8 Monday, April 12
Scenic Routes to Dublin
Aside from beautiful countryside, the sightseeing highlights today are the Rock of Cashel & Georgian Dublin as you travel to the capital of Ireland - your home for the next few nights.
DAY 9 Tuesday, April 13
Dublin in-depth & Concert
Explore Dublin’s sights with your guide - the Castle, Trinity College with the famous Book of Kells and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Concert and/or exchange opportunity.
DAY 10 Wednesday, April 14
Leisure Day
Time for individual shopping, sightseeing,, museum visits etc. Then come together for a arewell dinner possibly as a medieval-style dinner banquet accompanied by singers and dancers.
DAY 11 Thursday, April 15
Return home
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