Tours
Gary Walth at the Cliffs of Mohr
Ireland Hiking
Tours:
Experience Irish culture and history first hand as you explores sixth century ruins, spiritual sites and quaint villages. The trips include daily hikes, two to six hours in length, enjoying the natural beauty of the area.
Tour Planned for 2012
- Culture, History and Archaeology | August 6-14, 2012 - CANCELLED
Culture, History
and Archaeology
August 6-14, 2012 (Monday to Tuesday)
Explore the history and culture of Ireland during this
8 day walking tour. The trip begins hiking through the lush and
beautiful trails along the shores of Galway Bay near Doolin.
Discover the archeological wonders of the Aran Islands and the
fascinating stories of Irish famine, hardship and triumphs from
an Irish archaeologist and historian perspective. Trek along the
shores of Killary Fjord, ending with a day in the quiet and
quaint town of Westport.
Bonus: Spend
three days with one of Ireland's top field archaeologist and
historian, Michael Gibbons.
Printable Itinerary
(2 page PDF)
Registration Deadline: May 3, 2012
Please Note: All of the above hiking tours include daily hikes of varying degrees of difficulty from well paved, even paths to climbing and descending on rocky or uneven surfaces.
Gary's travel agent, Jo Ann Buening of Travel Leaders in La Crosse is happy to assist with airfare reservations, comprehensive travel insurance and pre- or post-tours or hotel arrangements. You may contact her at 608.791.8358, toll-free 1.800.657.4528 or joann.buening@travelleadersgo.com
Fees:
- $2000 (per person based on double occupancy, 14 persons)
- $2150 (per person based on double occupancy, 12-13 persons)
- $2360 (per person based on double occupancy, 10-11 persons)
- $2670 (per person based on double occupancy, 8-9 persons)
August 6-14, 2012 | Culture, History and Archaeology, $900 (due upon registration by May 3, 2012), Balance due by June 15, 2012 (No refunds will be made after June 15, 2012 for cancellation)
Cancellation Policy: Full refund less $250 processing fee before full payment is due. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after full payment is due. Refund requests must be submitted in writing to: UW-La Crosse Continuing Education & Extension, 1725 State Street, 205 Morris Hall, La Crosse, WI 54601. It is the registrant’s responsibility to purchase travel insurance if desired.
Responsibility: Gary Walth or a UW-L representative and The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse act only in the capacity of agents for the contractors providing accommodations, transportation, or other services. By acceptance of tour membership, the participant agrees that neither Gary Walth and the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse shall become liable or responsible for personal injury, damage to persons or property, loss, delay or irregularity caused by persons not controlled by them such as (without limitation) airlines, ferry boats, buses, suppliers of accommodations or other services, or resulting from any acts of terrorism, epidemics or government restrictions Gary Walth and the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse cannot be held responsible for unfavorable weather or closure of access routes or scheduled activities due to circumstances beyond their control.
For more information: Mary Grattan | 608.785.6502 | mgrattan@uwlax.edu
Photos from Previous Year's Hiking Tours
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Maeve Kelly, Tour Guide |
Going Up! Mt. Brandon |
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Shepherd moving his flock to
Anascaul II |