England, France and Ireland 8 day venutre
(trip #771)8 days in Multiple Cities ($$) — This eight day trip will let you experience the wonders of EuroStar which runs through the English Channel connecting the must see cities of London and Paris as well as the traditional pub and outdoor greens that Ireland has to offer. This itinerary begins with a flight into the ever famous Heathrow airport followed by a less then three hour train ride that will include a near 30 minute experience of being both underwater and in a train at the same time...how cool! Once in Paris the scenic drive to the Normandy will be well worth it because of the beaches and museums that you will get to see while outside the hustle and bustle of the urban Paris life. Not to say that the lights of the Eiffel Tower aren't to be seen since your one night in Paris is meant to enjoy this world renowned structure. For the second part of the journey, a quick flight over to Shannon, Ireland will provide for a drastically different scene in which you will enjoy the golf courses and pub's that Ireland is known for.
Day 1
5:00AM Fly into Heathrow Airport
at Suggested AA/British Airways
234 Bath Road, Hayes MiddlesexLondon, United KingdomGet a Map
Arrive early into Heathrow Airport, one of the busiest airports in the world.
- $300+
- 1-800-AIRWAYS
8:00AM Europcar with driver from Heathrow ...
at EuropCar Rent
Meet at Eurocar Rent a Car Desk located in the airport.
- 44-(0)2089-170540
How to Book — Online or by Phone
9:00AM Dinner
at Adare
The name Ath Dara (Adare) - the Ford of the Oak was given due to the fact that the River Maigue was fordable and that oak trees abounded in the area. When the Normans came they built their fortified castle on this spot to guard the crossing, Desmond Castle.
10:00AM Train from London-Paris
at EuroStar
Waterlooville, United KingdomGet a Map
- £30+ one way
- 1-800-647-1509 *for discounted...
12:00PM Lunch
at On your own
Go to Port en Bessin for Lunch
1:00PM Pick up Rental Car
at Europcar @ Gare Du Nord
Paris, FranceGet a Map
Drive from Gare du Nord station, Paris to Normandy. Approixmately 3 hour drive.
- 33-1-53-20-66-72
6:00PM Hotel
at Chateau La Cheneviere
Escures-Commes 14520 Port-en-Bessin, NormandyParis, FranceGet a Map
Château La Chenevière is an historic hotel in Port-en-Bessin, between Omaha Beach, where the American forces landed on D Day 1944, and the town of Bayeux, famous for its tapestry depicting the Conquest of England by William the Conqueror in 1066. The 18th-century château stands elegantly in its own parkland of mature trees, embracing the graceful mannerisms of a bygone era and the warmth of an English country house where relaxed indulgence is assured.
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7:30PM Dinner
at At hotel
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Day 2
9:00AM Tour D-Day beaches
at on own
Go to Omaha, Utah, Sword, Juno, Pegasus Bride- Arromanche in the morning
1:00PM Museum
at Airborne Museum
14 rue Eisenhower
Located at North Cotentin in a Park of 3000 m ², this museum of legend is an anthem to the extraordinary epopee of the American parachutists of the 82nd and 101st airborne divisions which plunged on Sainte-Mère-Eglise in the night of June 5, 1944.
- 02-33-41-41-35
6:00PM Dinner
at at hotel
Enjoy your last night in the beautiful and historic city of Normandy.
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Day 3
9:00AM Tour American Normandy Cemetery, Ca...
at On own
To a size of 172.5 acres, the Normandy American Cemetery has 9,387 burials of US service men and women. Of this number, some 307 are unknowns, three are Medal of Honour winners (see below) and four are women. In addition there are 33 pairs of brothers buried side by side. It is the largest American Cemetery from WW2, but not the largest in Europe: that is the Meuse-Argonne Cemetery from WW1 with more than 14,000 burials.
Established in 1988, the Caen Memorial focuses on the events leading up to and after D-Day (Jour J). Visitors walk through an excellent five-part presentation: the lead-up to World War II; the Battle of Normandy; two powerful video presentations; the Cold War; and the ongoing movement for peace.
19 tours of small walks to discover the Bessin, to do with your family or between friends.
Walking tours guide sold 7 euros in the tourist offices of Bayeux, Port en Bessin or Longues sur Mer and bookstores.
1:00PM Drive back to Paris
Three hour drive back into the capital city of Paris.
6:00PM Restaurant Pacific Eiffel
at Hilton Hotel
Have dinner at the hotel before heading out to enjoy the views of the Eiffel Tower.
How to Book — Contact the hotel to make arrangements for your stay.
Day 4
3:00PM Flight from London to Shannon, Irel...
at Aer Lingus
Take a quick flight to Ireland for the second half of your journey.
8:00PM Hotel
at Ballymaloe House
Check into hotel were you will remain for the next two nights.
- 0-21-4652531
Day 5
8:00AM Old Head
at Kinsale
also may contact at resevations@oldhead.com for Tee times
- 353(0)214778444
3:00PM Lunch/ relaxation in Kinsale
at The Vintage
One of the oldest and most loved restaurants in the fishing village.
- 353214772502
7:00PM Dinner
at at hotel
Day 6
9:00AM Drive to Cork City and "Ring of Ker...
Be sure not to miss the beautiful scenery that will encompass you during your drive to Limerick
1:00PM Hotel
at Dunraven Arms
The Dunraven Arms, established in 1792, is one of the South West’s premier 4 star hotels. Surrounded by the mellow thatched cottages of Adare, we offer the old world ambience of a country house along with friendly efficient staff and first class service.
- 353-61-396633