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Price Per person double occupancy
| Dates | Land Only No Transfers |
Early Reservation Discount (6 Mo. Adv.) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ||
| July 9-16 | $2,999 | $2,899 |
| 2027 | ||
| May 6-13 July 8-15 September 2-9 |
$3,099 | $2,999 |
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Price Includes: 6 nights four-star lodging, breakfast daily at hotel, 2 dinners, professional English speaking tour guide, all touring and entrances as listed in itinerary, transportation by deluxe motorcoach.
Not Included:
Airfare, lunches, 4 dinners, transfers (unless airfare is purchased through Pilgrim Tours), tips to tour guide, driver and hotel staff, optional travel insurance.
Airport transfers are included only when airfare is purchased from Pilgrim Tours. Taxi service is available for those purchasing their airfare elsewhere.
Deposit Required: A $300 per person US Dollar deposit (which includes a $100 non-refundable service fee) is required to secure a reservation.
Day 1: Depart for Ireland
We begin our adventure to the Emerald Isle with an overnight flight to Dublin, Ireland. We can sit back, rest, and enjoy the in-flight service.
Day 2: Welcome to Ireland
We arrive at Dublin Airport and transfer under our own arrangements to the hotel. With easy access to the city center, the afternoon is free to settle in or explore before we gather for an Irish welcome dinner. (D)
Day 3: Rock of Cashel, Blarney Castle & Kerry
After breakfast, we depart Dublin and travel southwest toward County Cork and the historic village of Blarney. En route, we stop at the Rock of Cashel, one of Ireland’s most spectacular historic sites. The Rock of Cashel rises dramatically above the countryside with a remarkable collection of medieval buildings that reflects Ireland’s religious and royal history. We then continue to Blarney Castle, a celebrated landmark and home to the legendary Blarney Stone, before spending time at Blarney Woollen Mills, located close to the castle. The mill’s story stretches back to the mid-1700s, when it became an important source of local employment, especially during the difficult years of the 19th century. Following a devastating fire in 1869, the mill was rebuilt and later revitalized by Chris Kelleher, a former mill worker who purchased the property. Today, the restored mill is perhaps the largest quality craft shop in Ireland. (B)
Day 4: Ring of Kerry & Muckross House
Today we discover the famed Ring of Kerry on a highlights tour around Ireland’s southwestern tip. Along the way we will see breathtaking views of rugged mountains, peat bogs, tranquil lakes, and magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean. We then visit Muckross House, an elegant Victorian mansion built in 1843 by the Herbert family in Elizabethan style. This house is set amid beautiful gardens and landscapes of Killarney National Park. The balance of the day provides leisure time in Kenmare or another local town before we return to our lodging for the evening. (B)
Day 5: Cliffs of Moher & the Burren
This morning we travel north to Tarbert, where we board a short ferry across the mouth of the River Shannon to Killimer. From there, we make our way to the majestic Cliffs of Moher, which rise more than 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean and extend approximately five miles along the coast. On a clear day, travelers can admire the Aran Islands, the Connemara Mountains, and an abundance of seabirds that make their home along these dramatic cliffs. This afternoon we tour the Burren, a strange and unique region whose name means "large stones" and perfectly describes its striking limestone scenery. We also discover evidence of the region’s rich history through its castles and monastic ruins. This evening, we step back in time with a Medieval Banquet at a local castle, providing a memorable finale to the day. (B,D)
Day 6: Cahir Castle, Kilkenny, & Return to Dublin
After breakfast, we begin our journey back to Dublin, traveling through some of Ireland’s most historic landscapes and towns. En route, we visit Cahir Castle, a stunning 15th-century castle set on a small island in the River Suir. Here, we take a guided tour of the castle, once the stronghold of the powerful Butler family. Continuing on to Kilkenny, a city renowned for its charming streets, historic buildings, and rich heritage, we visit Kilkenny Castle, which has overlooked the River Nore for more than 800 years. Once the principal seat of the Butler family, the castle was transformed over the centuries into an elegant residence and remains one of Ireland’s most celebrated landmarks. After our visit, we continue to Dublin, where we spend the next two evenings. (B)
Day 7: Footsteps of St. Patrick - St. Patrick Centre, Down Cathedral, & Saul Church
We begin our exploration of the life and legacy of Ireland’s patron saint in the historic town of Downpatrick. At the St. Patrick Centre, we discover the story of St. Patrick and his enduring influence on Irish history and culture, including his role in the arrival of Christianity in Ireland and the important role played by missionaries in early medieval Europe. Saint Patrick was an extraordinary 5th-century Celtic missionary and church planter. Though later tradition added mythical elements to his story, his own writings reveal a deeply humble man who was captivated by the grace of God. Captured as a slave, he found Christ in captivity and later returned to his captors with a burning passion to preach the Gospel.
We then visit Down Cathedral, which stands on the site traditionally associated with St. Patrick’s burial place. With origins dating back to the medieval period, the cathedral has been rebuilt and restored several times throughout its long and turbulent history. Its location, overlooking Downpatrick, adds to the sense of connection with one of Ireland’s most important religious figures.
Our journey continues to Saul Church, a site closely associated with St. Patrick and traditionally regarded as the location where he established his first church in Ireland. Here, we explore the peaceful surroundings and learn more about Patrick’s early missionary work and the spread of Christianity across Ireland. This evening, we return to our hotel in Dublin, reflecting on the rich history and spiritual significance of the sites visited throughout the day. (B)
Day 8: Return Home
After a final Irish breakfast, we transfer to the airport for our departure flight home.
*The tour itinerary is subject to change or be slightly modified in order to best meet the interests of the group.
