Trip Highlights

Ireland History and Culture Trip: Key Highlights

Experience the energy of Dublin as students explore Ireland’s history, culture, and traditions. From historic landmarks and immersive museums to the excitement of St. Patrick’s Festival and the world-famous St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Ireland’s story comes to life at every step.
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Kilmainham Gaol

Step inside Kilmainham Gaol and uncover the story of Ireland’s struggle for independence. Its historic halls and prison cells reveal the lives and sacrifices of those who shaped the nation.

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St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Feel the excitement as Dublin bursts into celebration with dazzling floats, music, and Irish pride. Students witness one of the world’s most famous parades in the very city where the tradition comes to life.

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Trinity College Library

Explore Trinity College Dublin, Ireland’s oldest university, and discover the legendary Book of Kells before stepping into the breathtaking Long Room Library.

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Gaelic Games Experience

Experience Ireland’s national sports with a hands-on introduction to Gaelic football and hurling, where students learn the basics while discovering Irish culture and community.

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Ireland History and Culture Trip: Day-by-Day Itinerary

Welcome to Ireland

Travel Overnight to Dublin, Ireland

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Transparent pricing and inclusive planning mean accommodations, meals, activities, and safety are all taken care of.

Included:

  • Transportation
  • Lodging
  • Meals
  • Tour Guide
  • Insurance
  • Tour Ambassador
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We recommend starting a minimum of 9-12 months in advance for domestic travel and 12-18 months in advance for international travel to secure your preferred dates, hotels, and guides. However, our team can customize itineraries on a faster timeline when needed.

Absolutely. Every trip we design is built around your educational goals.

You book the Parent Night and Help with the Rooming List – we do the rest.

Safety is our top priority. We work only with certified motorcoach companies and name brand hotels in safe areas, our guides tour support have are all background-checked, we have private security on each floor of each hotel at night and our Tour Central is constantly proactively monitoring traffic, weather and world events.

We’re committed to transparent, reasonable pricing with no hidden fees. Parents can pay securely online with our EZPAY program and choose from flexible payment plans or fundraising support options to make travel simple and accessible for every family.

Pre-tour, we provide detailed information on a custom web page, lead parent nights and provide real-time updates via email. On tour – you can always reach a US based human 24/7 and we proactively communicate with parents via email and phone as needed.