Vacation in Ireland with Rental Car

Designed for groups of four travelers, this 8-day trip from Great Value Vacations makes Ireland your playground. After picking up your rental car at the airport, you’ll set off for Adare, a small village that’ll serve as your home base on the island. From that point on, it’ll be up to you how you spend each day. This vacation includes:

Included in all options:

• Round-trip airfare from New York (JFK), Boston (BOS), Chicago (ORD), San Francisco (SFO), or Los Angeles (LAX)
• 6 nights of accommodation in a three-bedroom villa at the Adare Manor Villa
• Manual-shift full-size car rental for duration of trip (automatic available for additional cost; inquire at time of booking)
• Price based on 4-6 travelers staying together in three-bedroom villa. Buy 1 Groupon per person.

Hotel at a Glance: Adare Manor Villa

Adare Manor is a luxurious home base for your explorations around Ireland. You’ll stay in a private three-bedroom villa that features a fully equipped kitchen, flat-screen TVs in each bedroom, and a washing machine and dryer.

• Recent award: The 5-star Adare Manor was named one of Ireland’s top 25 hotels on TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice list in 2016.
• Fifty shades of green: The property encompasses 840 acres of lush parkland and manicured gardens.
• About Adare: This village on the banks of the River Maigue dates back to the year 1200. Thatched cottages and ancient stone churches line the streets.

Note: Adare Manor is closed for renovations until the second half of 2017. During this time, guests of Adare Villas will not have access to the Main Manor House, the Club House, the golf course, the spa, or any onsite activities. However, Adare Village offers several restaurants, shops, and activities for you to enjoy during your stay at Adare Villas.

Day-Trip Ideas

Ireland is only about the size of Maine, so it’s perfect for exploring by car. Here are some of our favorite day trips, along with driving times from Adare.

• Limerick (45 minutes): Visit the 13th-century King John’s Castle and the 12th-century St. Mary’s Cathedral, which still holds Mass.
• Killarney National Park (1.5 hours): Mist veils the mountains of this 26,000-acre park, where you can hike past waterfalls that cascade down deep green mountainsides.
• Cliffs of Moher (1.5 hours): Rising up hundreds of feet from Atlantic Ocean, these sheer cliffs are a sight to behold. You may recognize them from The Princess Bride and other films.
• Galway (2 hours): Often called Ireland’s “most Irish city,” Galway is a haven of Celtic culture and literature. Stop for fish and chips at McDonagh’s—the Guardian claims they’re some of the best around.
• Kilkenny Castle (2 hours): This 800-year-old castle features stained-glass windows and carved stone tombstones. The noble Butler family resided here for nearly 600 years.

Know Before You Go

• Official languages: Gaelic and English
• Currency: Euro
• Drive on the left side of the road.
• Entrance requirements for US citizens: a valid passport

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal?
Visit landing page for current pricing from the gateway of your choice. Or, call Great Value Vacations at 1-800-495-4903 for assistance.

2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal?
Yes, for an additional fee you can arrange for that over the phone when you redeem your vacation.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available?
After your purchase, visit landing page for the most up-to date availability. Use interactive calendar to select a departure date. Or, call Great Value Vacations at (800) 495-4903 for assistance.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available?
If Great Value Vacations is unable to book the stay you want during the available dates and before the book-by date, Groupon will refund your purchase.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room?
All travelers age 2 and over are required to purchase a Groupon. Different occupancy arrangements can be requested with Great Value Vacations at the time of reservation.

6. Is the price advertised available on every date?
Airfare subject to availability. Additional fees may apply for some departure dates. Contact Great Value Vacations for details.

7. Can I purchase this deal without airfare?
No. This deal is air inclusive and this package cannot be booked without airfare.

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