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Halloween Tours in Ireland - Day by Day Highlights

Halloween Tours in Ireland Day 1

• visit to the haunted prison Crumlin Road Gaol, the jail of horror and a 5 star visitor attraction
• visit to the Titanic Museum awarded as World’s leading tourist attraction.

Halloween Tours in Ireland Day 2

•  The Return of the Ancients, Halloween Parade in Londonderry
• Halloween Party in Ireland
• walking tour of Londonderry and one of the most haunted place in Ireland: Bishop Higgins’ Grave

Halloween Tours in Ireland Day 3

• Dracula and Ghosts tour of Dublin - Dublin’s dark secrets include many tales that shocked, repulsed or horrified Dubliners back in the day

Day 4

• Irish dinner with traditional music and dances and the best in home cooked Irish dishes
• walking tour of Dublin with its castle and its ghost legends

Day 5

•  one of the Ireland nine-most-haunted attractions Kilkenny’s John’s Bridge over Ghost River
• Blarney Castle and visit with the Stone of eloquence

Day 6

• drive to the ring of Kerry
• the Skellig Experience- follow the footsteps of those Skellig monks

Day 7

• Medieval Banquet in an Irish castle, Bunraty
• stay in Bunratty Castle Hotel

Day8

• visit one of the most haunted castles in Ireland Leap Castle
• Cliffs of Moher Ireland's favorite tourist attraction

Halloween Tours in Ireland - Itinerary

Day 1  - October 30, Dublin - Belfast - Londonderry

Departure from Dublin at 09.30 am.

Arrive in Belfast and pay a visit to the Titanic Museum awarded as World’s leading tourist attraction.

Walk in the footsteps of the men who built RMS Titanic, the world’s most famous ship, in Belfast's historic shipyard.

Visit to the haunted prison Crumlin Road Gaol, the jail of horror and a 5 star visitor attraction, which witnessed the execution of 17 men over its 150 year history.

Drive to Londonderry accommodation 2 nights in a centrally located hotel

Day 2 - October 31, Londonderry

9.30 City tour walking Including one of the most haunted place in Ireland: Bishop Higgins’ Grave.

“Don’t disturb the dead – unless you want to be haunted. Such was the case at St Columb’s Cathedral when renovations in 1867 disturbed the grave of former bishop William Higgins.

His tomb was moved inside the cathedral and that’s when things started to get weird.

Workers began hearing footsteps in the locked gallery, apparitions appeared in photographs and the organ would sound without a soul near it.”

Derry~Londonderry is the only completely walled city in Ireland and one of the finest in Europe, and the best way to enjoy these stony ramparts is to go slow. Take a walking tour and hear the fascinating stories about brutal 17th century sieges, starving citizens and fearsome roaring cannons. Then finish off by crossing the Peace Bridge to Ebrington Square and the Walled City Brewery, where you can raise a glass to this unique city.

Your Halloween Tours in Ireland continue with The Guildhall, a red-brick, neo-Gothic wonder, on the edge of a picturesque square that’s perfect for a stroll or a snack.

Enter these red-brick walls, and if you’re really lucky, you might catch someone playing on the massive organ; let the music move through you as you admire the iconic building’s stunning stained-glass windows.

To get a look at the city from the water, why not take a walking tour and see the iconic Peace Bridge?

Since it opened in 2011, this bridge has won a number of awards and is a vital link between the two sides of the River Foyle.

19.15 The Return of the Ancients-Halloween Parade in the city center

21.30 Halloween party –all tour goers have to participate in disguise. A bottle of wine will be the prize for the best costume.

Day 3 - November 01, Londonderry - Dublin

Departure 11.00 from Londonderry toward Dublin. The beautiful Irish scenery will unfold in front of your eyes.  Arriving in Dublin. Check in to the hotel and free time for the rest of the day.

21:30 Dracula and Ghosts tour of Dublin

Dublin’s dark secrets include many tales that shocked, repulsed or horrified Dubliners back in the day.  You will be entertained by your storyteller an American living in Dublin.

Stop off at a creepy hidden city centre graveyard and visit the haunted steps of St Audeons Church where the ghosts of Darky Kelly and Lepers still roam the medieval quarter to this day. Visit includes a demonstration of medieval torture implements The tour storytellers are experienced professional actors who know how to put on a great show.  Get a crash course in the art of body snatching, hear of sinister Dublin surgeon Dr Clossey, learn of the inspiration behind Bram Stokers most famous character Dracula, and much more.

Day 4 - November 02, Dublin

Panoramic tour of Dublin. Trinity College, the Georgian houses, the financial center, Dublin castle.

Your tour leader will provide you with recommendations for lunch. Free time in Dublin.

A  visit to National Galeries is not to be missed (admission free of charge)

Optional: Whiskey tasting at a haunted castle
You can book a Whiskey tasting experience to a haunted castle with a story about a Jester’s Curse.
The only thing more tragic than a sad clown?
A murdered jester. Just look at Malahide Castle, a medieval fortress on Dublin’s coast where the spirit of one can be seen roaming the grounds.
Puck was his name, and stories say he’d fallen in love with one of Malahide’s prisoners, Lady Elenora Fitzgerald. Puck was found out, stabbed in the heart and with his last breath, swore to haunt the castle.

The evening dinner with Irish night show 3 courses with Irish specialties and Irish songs  starts 19.00.
This high energy show gives a flavor of the different styles of Irish Dance.
From Sean nos, the ‘old style’ traditional solo Irish Dance to the familiar jigs and reels, the synchronized precision and heart racing rhythms that characterize what Irish Dancing has become today.
The spectacular show features many opportunities for audience participation.
All tables have a great view of the raised stage.
You will be served a sumptuous three course menu offering a choice of the best in home cooked Irish dishes.

Day 5 - November 03, Dublin - Killarney

Departing from Dublin. On the way we will visit  one of the Ireland nine-most-haunted attractions Kilkenny’s John’s Bridge over Ghost River.
Home to the first ever witch trial in Ireland, Kilkenny is no stranger to the supernatural.
During a great flood in 1763, a crowd was crossing John’s Bridge when it collapsed, drowning 16 people in the swollen Nore below.
Ever since, locals and visitors tell of eerie ghostly figures in the river, scratching at the banks, leaning where the current structure stands and rising on the morning mist.
Visit Kilkeni’s Castle Kitchen Tea-Room, and Medieval Room.

Next on your Halloween Tours in Ireland, drive to Blarney Castle and visit with the Stone of eloquence. For over 200 years, world statesmen, literary giants, and legends of the silver screen have joined the millions of pilgrims climbing the steps to kiss the Blarney Stone and gain the gift of eloquence.
Its powers are unquestioned but its story still creates debate. Arrive in Killarney. Dinner at the hotel on individual account.

Day 6 - November 04, Killarney

Drive to the ring of Kerry. Drive to Valentia island visit the Skellig Experience. Learn about Island of Skellig Michael, one of the location for the film Star Wars VII.You can experience many aspects of those offshore Skellig islands while remaining on the dry land.
You can study the works and lives of the Skellig monks of the early Christian period, their activities, their endurance and their dedication in gaining a foothold on a tiny, inhospitable, offshore island and creating a community there that survived for some 600 years.
In The Skellig Experience’s 80-seat auditorium, through a 14-minute film presentation you can follow the footsteps of those Skellig monks, and wonder at the legacy of architecture that they left behind.
The Skellig Experience Centre also offers – again through artefacts and realistic re-creations – an experience of Skellig lighthouse – its history – its light keepers and its service to mariners since the 1820’s.

Break for a stroll around Sneem and at Moll’s Gap.
Free evening in Killarney.  Your tour leader will give recommendations for diner in a  local pub.

Day 7 - November 05, Killarney - Shannon

Drive toward Adare traditional village and visit to the Desmond Norman Castle.
The castle was erected with an ancient ring-fort around the early part of the 13th century. It became a strategic fortress during the following turbulent years.

Head toward Bunratty Castle Hotel for accommodation.
In the evening you are invited to Medieval banquet at Bunratty Castle.
Enjoy a 4-course feast fit for a king. Be welcomed by a kilted piper as you cross over the drawbridge into the castle.
Witness a crowning before making your way to the banquet room with long oak tables and candlelight.
Listen to wonderful harp and fiddle music while you eat and drink wine, and then end the night with more medieval-themed surprises and music.

Day 8 - November 06,  Shannon - Dublin

Drive toward Cliffs of Moher, Ireland's favourite tourist attraction.
The breathtaking Cliffs of Moher are situated situated along the wild Atlantic Way.  The Cliffs of Moher have majestically faced the Atlantic for over 350 million years and their beauty is incomparable.
It is Ireland’s most visited tourist attraction and when you visit you will understand why. Driving toward Dublin.

On the way stop and visit Ireland most haunted castle, Leap Castle.
The Bloody Chapel  Behind the medieval walls of Leap Castle are stories of murder and betrayal.
Like in 1532, when two ambitious brothers vied for the family seat.
One, a priest, was giving mass in the castle chapel when his brother ran in and plunged a sword into his heart on the altar of what’s now called the Bloody Chapel.
And then there are the skeletons discovered on a secret spike. Late arrival to Dublin, around 20.00.

Say Slán (Good bye)  to Ireland.

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Meeting point

Dublin, Hotel Belvedere, in front of the reception desk

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• MasterCard and Visa via fax and phone.
• We also accept payments via PayPal and bank transfer.

• At the moment of booking we require an advance deposit in the amount of Euro 145/person. Once the advance deposit is registered with our accounts we issue a Confirmation Letter.
•  The final payment is due 60 days prior to tour departure. Should the booking be made within 60 days prior to tour departure, entire tour cost is requested at the time of booking.

Available for free if:

• You don’t have a reflection in the mirror,
• You decompose when sunlight strikes you,
• You’re over 200 years old,
• Can use your wings to fly to Transylvania,

Well, this holiday is free for you! Come join your fellow vampires in Transylvania:-)
Blood treats not included!

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Advice for US citizens traveling to Ireland

U.S. - Ireland Relations

U.S. relations with Ireland have long been based on common ancestral ties and shared values. In addition to regular dialogue on political and economic issues, the U.S. and Irish governments benefit from a robust slate of exchanges in areas such as commerce, culture, education, and scientific research. With Ireland’s membership in the European Union (EU), discussions of EU trade and economic policies, as well as other aspects of broader EU policy, constitute key elements in the U.S.-Ireland relationship.

U.S. Assistance to Ireland

The International Fund for Ireland (IFI), established by the British and Irish governments in 1986, provides funding for projects to sustain the peace process and to generate cross-community engagement and economic opportunity in Northern Ireland (the United Kingdom) and the border counties of Ireland. The U.S. government has contributed more than $544 million to the IFI since its establishment.

Entry and visa information. 

• You must have a valid passport to enter Ireland. U.S. citizens can enter visa-free for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days.
• There is no minimum passport validity requirement for U.S. citizens entering Ireland. We recommend you have a passport that is valid for the duration of your stay, evidence of sufficient funds to support your stay in Ireland, and a return airline ticket.
• An increased number of U.S. citizens have been refused entry to Ireland or granted a limited stay because they failed to sufficiently demonstrate their travel intent to Irish immigration officials at the port of entry. You may be asked to provide evidence of sufficient funds to support your stay in Ireland regardless of your purpose of travel. For any travel other than tourism, please ensure you obtain the appropriate documentation prior to travel. You can find more information at the Irish Naturalization and Immigration Service website or by contacting your nearest Irish Embassy or Consulate in the United States.

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Ireland.

Safety

Terrorism

Terrorist groups and those inspired by such organizations are intent on attacking U.S. citizens abroad. Terrorists are increasingly using less sophisticated methods of attack – including knives, firearms, and vehicles – to more effectively target crowds. Frequently, their aim is unprotected or vulnerable targets, such as:

• High-profile public events (sporting contests, political rallies, demonstrations, holiday events, celebratory gatherings, etc.)
• Hotels, clubs, and restaurants frequented by tourists
• Places of worship
• Schools
• Parks
• Shopping malls and markets
• Public transportation systems (including subways, buses, trains, and scheduled commercial flights)

Tourism

The tourism industry is generally regulated and rules are regularly enforced. Hazardous areas/activities are identified with appropriate signage and professional staff is typically on hand in support of organized activities. In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is widely available throughout the country. Outside of a major metropolitan center, it may take more time for first responders and medical professionals to stabilize a patient and provide life-saving assistance. U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance. 

Crime

Although Ireland has a low rate of violent crime, you should always follow common sense personal security practices and maintain awareness of your surroundings when traveling.

• Rates of theft and petty crime have risen in recent years, and thieves often target tourists. In rare cases, these crimes involve physical assault or violence, more commonly in Dublin city center and in popular tourist areas.
• Rental cars are frequently targeted. They are easily identifiable by the rental company stickers on the rear window of the vehicle. If possible, remove these stickers and always lock your car when leaving it unattended. Do not leave valuables unattended in vehicles. When visiting city center areas, park your car in a secure car park and retain the parking ticket on your person.
• Keep car doors locked while driving. Don’t leave luggage or valuables visible inside a parked car and don’t leave luggage on a roof rack. When picking up and dropping off your rental car, do not leave the keys in the ignition while loading or unloading luggage.
• When using ATMs, protect your PIN at all times and look closely at ATMs for evidence of tampering before use. Criminals may use small electronic devices attached to the outside of ATMs called “skimmers” to steal the ATM or credit card data.
• In busy areas, thieves use distraction techniques at ATMs, such as waiting until the PIN has been entered and then pointing to money on the ground or asking for loose change. While the ATM user is distracted, another person will quickly withdraw cash and leave. If you are distracted in any way, cancel the transaction immediately.
• When using credit cards to pay at restaurants, a portable card reader should be brought to your table. Restaurant staff should not take your card elsewhere to process a charge.

Victims of Crime: 

• Report crimes to the local police at 999 or 112 and contact the U.S. Embassy at +(353) (1) 668-8777.
• U.S. citizen victims of sexual assault are encouraged to contact the U.S. Embassy for assistance.
• Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crimes.

U.S. Embassy can:

• Help you find appropriate medical care
• Assist you in reporting a crime to the police
• Contact relatives or friends with your written consent
• Provide general information regarding the victim’s role during the local investigation and following its conclusion
• Provide a list of local attorneys
• Provide information on victim’s compensation programs in the United States
• Provide information on victims compensation programs in Ireland:
  • The Irish Tourist Assistance Service (ITAS) is a free nationwide service offering support and assistance to tourists who are victimized while visiting Ireland. If you are a tourist victim of crime, report the incident to the nearest Garda (Irish police) station, and they will help you contact ITAS.
• Provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support in cases of destitution
• Help you find accommodation and arrange flights home
• Replace a stolen or lost passport

Domestic Violence: U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence may contact the Embassy for assistance.

Local Laws

Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.

Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law.

Arrest Notification: If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately.

Special Circumstances:

• Most Irish banks will not accept U.S. $100 bills. Many Irish financial institutions no longer accept or cash traveler’s checks. ATMs are widely available, but some, particularly in rural areas, may not accept debit cards from U.S. banks.

LGBT Travelers: There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGBTI events in Ireland

Travelers Who Require Accessibility Assistance: Individuals with disabilities may find accessibility and accommodation very different from what is offered in the United States.

• Government Buildings: Irish law requires access to government buildings for persons with disabilities, and this requirement is enforced. Under Irish law, public service providers should ensure the service is accessible to those with mobility, sensory, and/or cognitive impairments.
• Parking:  On-street parking, public building parking lots, and internal parking lots always have a certain number of disabled spaces available. A permit is required to use these spaces. Local authorities and commercial premises, such as shopping outlets, have no legal obligation to provide external disabled parking facilities for their customers.
• Buses and Trains: The majority of buses and trains in the main city areas of Ireland are now equipped for those with limited mobility, sight, or hearing disabilities, although some train stations and pathways may not be as easily accessible.

Health

US Embassy  do not pay medical bills. Be aware that U.S. Medicare does not apply overseas.

Medical Insurance: Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas. Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments. See the US Embassy web page for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage.

We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.

Patients who do not receive benefits from Ireland’s Department of Social Protection are expected to pay all costs up-front at the time of treatment and apply for reimbursement from their insurance provider later.

• Modern medical facilities and highly skilled medical practitioners are available in Ireland.
• Expect long waits for access to medical specialists and admissions to hospitals for non-life-threatening medical conditions. It is not unusual for emergency room services to be very busy or for post-treatment admissions to include a long wait (sometimes overnight) on a gurney in a hallway.
• We advise you carry your medical history, along with a detailed list of any medication you currently take (including dosage and brand name) in your wallet or purse and luggage.
• Most types of over-the-counter medications are available but many U.S. brands are not. Some medications available over the counter in the United States may require a prescription in Ireland.
• Irish pharmacists may not be able to dispense medication prescribed by U.S. physicians and may direct you to obtain a prescription from an Irish doctor.
• A list of Irish general practitioners in each area of Ireland may be obtained from the website of the Irish College of General Practitioners.
• Ambulance services are widely available.

For emergency services in Ireland, dial 112 or 999.

Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. Check with the Government of Ireland to ensure the medication is legal in Ireland.

US Embassy strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.

Before you begin your travels

Write down contact details for the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate to carry with you in case of emergency while traveling.

Notify your bank and credit card companies of your travel, and check exchange rates.
Some banks are blocking your credit card payment when a transaction occurs from abroad.

Safeguard Your Documents!

Make two copies of all your travel documents in case of emergency. Leave one copy with a trusted friend or relative at home and carry the other separately from your original documents. To help prevent theft, do not carry your passport in your back pocket, and keep it separate from your money.

For more information https://travel.state.gov/

Please check out your itinerary below:

Tour Leader

English speaking tour leader

Accommodation

7 nights: 3 nights in 4*hotels; 4 nights in 3*hotels

Meals

7 breakfasts, 3 dinners ( Halloween dinner party, Medieval banquet, Irish night)

Transportation

All transfers inside the tour by coach, minibus or car – air conditioned, depending on the number of travelers.

Entry fees to

• Titanic museum
• Haunted Prison Crumlin Road Gaol
• Dublin haunted Castle
• Blaney castle with stone of eloquence
• Skilling experience
• Desmon Norman Castle
• Cliffs of Moher
• Leap haunted Castle

Special Events:

• • Halloween party in Ireland
  • Medieval Banquet in a castle with a 4 course menu
  • Irish night show with music dance and plenty of food
  • Dracula Ghosts Tour of Dublin