Belfast, Northern Ireland

Belfast provides the unique opportunity to better understand cultural and political issues during The Troubles and what it means to be a citizen of Ireland or the United Kingdom.

Where will we stay?  Belfast International Youth Hostel (23 - 29 May)

What will we possibly see and do?  Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Carick-a-Rede, St. George’s Market, Black Cab Tour

Dublin, Ireland

We will start our tour of the Republic in Ireland's capital city with plans to visit the Book of Kells, Hill of Tara, and the National Museum of Ireland. 

Where will we stay?  Abbey Court (29 May - 3 June)

What will we possibly see and do?  Parnell Square & O’Connell Street, Dublin Castle, Temple Bar District, National Museum of Ireland, Bru na Boinne, Hill of Tara, Glendalough

Cork, Ireland

Cork is the Foodie Capital of Ireland and a quirky, gritty atmosphere with a lively independent music scene. 

Where will we stay?  Sheila's Hostel (3 - 9 June)

What will we possibly see and do?  Rock of Cashel, Fitzgerald Park, English Market, Elizabeth Fort

Killarney, Ireland

Killarney is the smallest city we will visit on this trip but will provide the home base for excursions to the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula. 

Where will we stay?  Black Sheep Hostel (9 - 14 June)

What will we possibly see and do?  Dingle Peninsula, Ring of Kerry, Killarney National Park, Ross Castle

Galway, Ireland

As a coastal city on the Wild Atlantic Way, Galway has a lively college atmosphere and will allow for a ferry trip to the Aran Islands. Galway was a European Capital of Culture in 2020. 

Where will we stay?  Kinlay Hostel (15 - 22 June)

What will we possibly see and do?  Burren National Park, Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, Eyre Square, Latin Quarter

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