A Celtic Quest: Cultural Exploration in Ireland
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Trek through the heart of Ireland, where every glade, creek, and cobblestone alley whispers tales of ancient kings and druidic myth. Near Galway, the rugged Connemara landscape unfolds–a patchwork quilt of emerald hills, sapphire lakes, and castles of cold stone. And in Kilkenny, you’ll feel the drumming hooves of thundering thoroughbreds at a racehorse experience. At a shellfish farm near the coast, you’ll taste oysters and mussels plucked straight from the Atlantic. In Cork, the historic Blarney Stone awaits in its castle, bearing the gift of eloquence for those who would kiss it. Finally, in Dublin, you'll learn about Ireland's century-spanning sporting legacy, and the exhilarating Gaelic Games. Explore Ireland, in all its splendour–a land where even less-experienced travellers find their way.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Dublin
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Day 2: Dublin
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTake a walking tour of Dublin
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Grafton Street
- Temple Bar district
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Day 3: Dublin
Take a guided tour of Dublin
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Georgian squares
- O’Connell Street
- St. Stephen’s Green
- Phoenix Park
Visit St. Patrick’s CathedralVisit the interactive EPIC Irish Emigration Museum
Add this in-depth excursion:
Irish Folklore Evening
Experience a great Irish tradition tonight when you attend the Irish Folklore Evening. Complete with typical Irish food and classic dancing, you are sure to get a unique insight into Irish culture during this evening’s festivities.
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Day 4: Dublin • Kilkenny region
Visit the Irish National Stud Farm & Gardens
Participate in the Irish Race Horse Experience
Travel to Kilkenny
Take a walking tour of Kilkenny
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Kilkenny Castle and Gardens
- Historic High Street
Visit Kilkenny Castle
Enjoy a locally grown dinner
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Day 5: Kilkenny region • Cork
Visit Blarney Castle
Take a walking tour of Cork -
Day 6: Cork • Shannon • Cliffs of Moher • Galway
Travel to Galway via Shannon and the Cliffs of Moher
Walking tour of Shannon
Visit the Cliffs of Moher
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Day 7: Galway
Visit a Shellfish Farm on the Atlantic Coast of Ireland and Participate in a Farming Activity
Walking tour of Galway
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Day 8: Galway • Dublin
Travel to Dublin
Participate in Gaelic Games
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Day 9: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Dublin
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Day 2: Dublin
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTake a walking tour of Dublin
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Grafton Street
- Temple Bar district
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Day 3: Dublin
Take a guided tour of Dublin
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Georgian squares
- O’Connell Street
- St. Stephen’s Green
- Phoenix Park
Visit St. Patrick’s CathedralVisit the interactive EPIC Irish Emigration Museum
Add this in-depth excursion:
Irish Folklore Evening
Experience a great Irish tradition tonight when you attend the Irish Folklore Evening. Complete with typical Irish food and classic dancing, you are sure to get a unique insight into Irish culture during this evening’s festivities.
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Day 4: Dublin • Kilkenny region
Visit the Irish National Stud Farm & Gardens
Participate in the Irish Race Horse Experience
Travel to Kilkenny
Take a walking tour of Kilkenny
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Kilkenny Castle and Gardens
- Historic High Street
Visit Kilkenny Castle
Enjoy a locally grown dinner
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Day 5: Kilkenny region • Cork
Visit Blarney Castle
Take a walking tour of Cork -
Day 6: Cork • Shannon • Cliffs of Moher • Galway
Travel to Galway via Shannon and the Cliffs of Moher
Walking tour of Shannon
Visit the Cliffs of Moher
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Day 7: Galway
Visit a Shellfish Farm on the Atlantic Coast of Ireland and Participate in a Farming Activity
Walking tour of Galway
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Day 8: Galway • Dublin
Travel to Dublin
Participate in Gaelic Games
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Day 9: Depart for home
See what an EF tour is really like
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Everything you get
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Airfare & transportation
Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavours to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Entrances
St. Patrick’s Cathedral; EPIC Irish Emigration Museum; Irish National Stud & Gardens; Irish Racehorse Experience; Kilkenny Castle; Blarney Castle; Cliffs of Moher; Shellfish Farm Visit & Activity; Gaelic Games.
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.
Pricing that makes travel possible
Payment options
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Program price valid for today. Program price is based on EF’s free place ratio of 8:1 and includes all airline/travel provider surcharges, departure taxes and airport fees. Please call 1-800-387-1460 for more information.