Ireland: Dublin, Kilkenny, Cork, Killarney, Galway
Includes airfare
During your trip, you will have the opportunity to join optional tours to further your discoveries—all of which are noted below. Most of these tours can only be reserved onsite with your Program Director, however due to limited space and other special requirements, some optional tours must be reserved before your departure from the U.S. If this trip has optional tours that need to be purchased in advance, they will be noted with a disclaimer below.
Day 4 | $155 per person
Day 4 | $155 per person
Enjoy a delightful evening blending history, hands-on fun, and great food on this memorable culinary experience at Howth Castle. Begin with a guided tour of the magnificent Howth Castle filled with fascinating stories and details of the rich architectural heritage of the castle. Afterwards, it’s time to roll up your sleeves for an engaging cooking lesson led by expert hosts, where you’ll learn to prepare delicious dishes using fresh, local ingredients. The experience concludes with a relaxed group dinner, where you’ll savor the fruits of your labor together, perfectly paired with a glass of wine. A truly immersive and flavorful way to experience Ireland’s culture and cuisine.
Please Note: Any on-site bookings are subject to availability.
Day 11 | $105 per person
Day 11 | $105 per person
Enjoy an evening at Kate Kearney's Cottage with dinner and traditional Irish entertainment: craic, ceol, and agus bia (fun, music and food). Kate Kearney's is a charming seventh generation family-run pub and restaurant located at the entrance to The Gap of Dunloe. Here we’ll enjoy some traditional music and songs, learn about traditional Irish musical instruments, and learn some dance steps.
Day 10 | $100 per person
Day 10 | $100 per person
Venture out along the Dingle Peninsula, stopping at Tralee’s Kerry County Museum, where you’ll experience a re-created medieval village. Then follow the rugged peninsula, tracing a path of wild mountains and some of Ireland's most spectacular coastline. One of Ireland’s largest Irish-speaking areas, the wild landscapes continue to inspire writers and artists. We'll stop in the fishing port of Dingle, to enjoy locally caught fish (and chips) for lunch.
Day 13 | $105 per person
Day 13 | $105 per person
Once home to more than two million Irish residents, Connemara retains its regional heritage, as you will discover while rambling around its lakes, mountains, and bogs. Visit the former Gothic mansion of Mitchell Henry, now the home of Benedictine nuns and better known as Kylemore Abbey. You will have time to wander both the mansion and the Victorian gardens. Then enjoy lunch as you cruise Killary Harbor, a charming fjord-like inlet.