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10 Days
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Starts in
Dublin (Ireland)
Ends in
Kingscourt (Ireland)
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OCT 21, 2027 These are the tour start dates for instances of this tour that were available the last time Collette sent us such information. There may be other departures for this tour that are not available (i.e. sold out or cancelled).
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Language
English
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Overview
From the revered Marian Shrine of Knock to the ancient monastic ruins of Glendalough and Clonmacnoise, this faith-filled journey invites you to connect with Ireland’s enduring spiritual heritage, layered history, and welcoming culture. Along the way, experience moments of reflection in historic cathedrals, enjoy traditional music, and encounter the warmth of Irish hospitality. Thoughtfully designed to inspire and renew, this tour blends sacred sites with meaningful cultural experiences that speak to both the heart and the soul.
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SaturdayOct 30, 2027
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Tour Itinerary
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From the famed Cliffs of Moher to the Marian Shrine of Knock, discover the spiritually revered sites of the Emerald Isle. Experience Ireland's religious heritage, rich history, and natural beauty.
Day 2
Dublin, Ireland
Arrive in the “Fair City” of Dublin, Ireland’s historic capital city. As arrival times will vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing today. Spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for an evening of traditional Irish music and local cuisine.
Meals Included:
Dinner
Accommodations:Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham
Day 3
Dublin
Today, enjoy a panoramic tour of Dublin, followed by a prayer service and guided tour of Christ Church Cathedral, one of Ireland’s most historic medieval churches. What follows is an afternoon to discover Dublin’s charms on your own.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham
Day 4
Dublin - Glendalough - Kilkenny - Waterford
Begin the day amid the tranquil beauty of Glendalough, where ancient monastic ruins lie nestled between two lakes. Surrounded by Wicklow’s dramatic landscapes, explore this sacred valley founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Continue to Kilkenny, stepping back in time in this medieval town on the River Nore, rich in history and charm, before traveling to Waterford for your overnight stay. Join your fellow travelers for dinner at the hotel.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Granville Hotel
Day 5
Waterford - Blarney Stone - Killarney
Begin the day with a guided walking tour of Waterford with a local guide, followed by mass at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity. Then, travel onward to historic Blarney Castle, where legend promises the gift of eloquence to those who kiss the famous Blarney Stone after navigating its 128 narrow steps to the top. Cross into County Kerry and continue to charming Killarney.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:The O'Donoghue Ring Hotels
Day 6
Killarney - Dingle - Killarney
Travel along Slea Head Drive to experience the wild beauty of the Dingle Peninsula. Enjoy a sheepdog trial and visit ancient Beehive Huts, learning their significance as early monastic dwellings, with time for a sheepdog demonstration on a traditional Irish Farm. Continue to Dingle for free time to enjoy lunch, then join your Tour Manager for a guided walk to An Diseart, a serene spiritual center rooted in the town’s cultural heritage. Later, depart for Killarney, reflecting on a day rich in landscape, tradition, and history. The night is free for reminiscing about the day as you find your own authentic taste of Irish culture.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:The O'Donoghue Ring Hotels
Day 7
Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - Limerick
Today brings you to the dramatic, 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher for cinematic views of the mighty Atlantic. Continue to Limerick, where a panoramic city tour showcases King John's Castle and the Treaty Stone. Delve into the fascinating history of the "city of the violated treaty." This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:The Absolute Hotel
Day 8
Limerick - Knock Shrine - Limerick
Depart Limerick this morning, traveling north through Ireland’s heartland toward one of the nations most revered pilgrimage sites. Arrive at Knock Shrine,* a place of profound spiritual significance where the Marian apparition of 1879 has drawn pilgrims for generations. Spend meaningful time exploring the shrine complex, reflecting in the basilica, chapel, and peaceful grounds dedicated to prayer and healing. This evening, reunite in Limerick for dinner, sharing reflections on a day rich in faith, heritage, and Irish devotion.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:The Absolute Hotel
Day 9
Limerick - Clonmacnoise - Kingscourt
Today’s journey brings you to Clonmacnoise, the remarkable early Christian monastic site founded by St. Ciaran, where round towers, high crosses, and ruined churches tell the story of Ireland’s spiritual and scholarly past. Walk among these evocative remains beside the River Shannon before continuing onward to an overnight stay on the stately grounds of Cabra Castle, where you toast the end of a memorable trip during an elegant dinner.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Cabra Castle
Day 10
Kingscourt - Tour Ends
Your journey ends in Kingscourt.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Tour Extensions:
Pre-tour Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Price: $180.00 per person
Gibson Hotel
Price: $230.00 per person
Post-tour Hotel
Cabra Castle
Price: $170.00 per person
Tour extensions are 1-night in length, unless noted otherwise.
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Dublin is the capital and the largest city in Ireland. It's located on Ireland’s east coast, and sits at the mouth of the River Liffey. Dublin was founded in 841 by the Vikings. Today, it's the economic center of Ireland and the historical and contemporary center for industry, education, and the arts.
Christ Church Cathedral is a cathedral of the United Dioceses of Dublin in Dublin, Ireland. It is the elder of Dublin’s two medieval cathedrals. The earliest manuscripts date the church back to the year 1030.
Dingle is a town in County Kerry Ireland and the only town on the Dingle peninsula. It is located on the Atlantic coast and sits 40 miles northwest of Killarney. Tourism, agriculture and fishing are the principle industries in Dingle, as Dingle is a major fishing port.
The Cliffs of Moher are a series of cliffs located on the Atlantic coast of County Clare in the west of Ireland. They are 5 miles/8 kilometers long and 702 feet/213 meters tall at their highest point. On a clear day, one can see the Aran Islands and Galway Bay. These cliffs are Ireland’s most visited natural attraction with up to 1 million visitors every year.
The Knock Shrine is a Roman Catholic pilgrimage site and National Shrine in the village of Knock in County Mayo, Ireland. It was claimed here that in 1879, witnesses saw an apparition of the Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, John the Evangelist, angels, and Jesus Christ. Today over 1.5 million pilgrims visit the shrine every year.
Clonmacnoise Monastic Site
Clonmacnoise Monastic Site
Must Sees
Jump into Ireland’s vibrant capital city, Dublin.
Visit legendary Blarney Castle and kiss the Blarney Stone.
Meals Included: 14 (8 Breakfasts; 6 Dinners)
Cultural Experiences
Experience Slea Head Drive, one of the world’s great coastal roads.
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