Tuesday, September 8

Depart New York on the overnight flight to Dublin. Dinner will be served.
Wednesday, September 9:

Arrive Dublin/Fr. Peyton Centre /Mayo On your arrival at Dublin Airport, you will meet your Tour Guide and head to Maynooth, Co. Kildare, stopping for an Irish Breakfast in the Glenroyal Hotel. After breakfast we head to we head to Fr. Peytons Memorial Centre in Attymass for Mass, tea and scones, and to hear the story of Fr. Peyton, known as the Rosary Priest. We will then continue to the Park Hotel, Kiltimagh, Co. Mayo for two nights Hotel: 4 Park Hotel, Kiltimagh (or similar) B/D
Thursday, September 10:

Knock/ Ballintubber Abbey After breakfast we head to Knock Shrine, Irelands National Marian Shrine and Pilgrimage Centre. On August 21st, 1879, Our Blessed Lady, appeared along with St. Joseph, St. John the Evangelist and Jesus in the form of the Lamb of God at the gable end of the small Parish Church. Following a tour of the Shrine, we head to Ballintubber Abbey, one of the oldest surviving Abbeys in Ireland. This historical site was founded in 1216 and despite two fires in the Abbey that reduced the structure to just the bare walls, Mass was still celebrated for over 236 years without a roof! Hotel: 4 Park Hotel, Kiltimagh (or similar) B/D
Friday, September 11:

Knock/Cong/Galway. We will have Mass at Knock Shrine this morning. After Mass we head to Cong for a walking tour of the area where the 'The Quiet Man' was filmed in 1951, starring movie Legends Maureen OHara and John Wayne. Afterwards we will head to Galway for our sightseeing tour of the city, passing the famous Galway Cathedral, Spanish Arch, Eyre Square and other sites in this Medieval City. Free time in Galway City Centre in the afternoon. Hotel: 4 Radisson Red, Galway (or similar) B/D
Saturday, September 12:

Galway/Cliffs of Moher/Doolin We will have our Mass in Galway Cathedral this morning. Afterwards, we head to the Cliffs of Moher. The Cliffs of Moher tower over Irelands rugged West Coast. Enjoy the spectacular vistas over the Atlantic Ocean and the Aran Islands, depending on visibility. OBriens Tower was built in 1835 by a descendant of Brian Boru, the first High King of Ireland. After our visit we head to Doolin, situated on the Wild Atlantic Way, boasting some of the most breath taking scenery in Ireland. We will stop for lunch in Doolin and maybe a pint of Guinness in one of its famous pubs. Doolin is home to some of Irelands best known traditional musicians. Return to Galway and check out some of the local pubs after dinner. Radisson Red (or similar) B/D Fr. Henry Reid Ireland 2026
Sunday, September 13:

Killarney, Sneem. After breakfast this morning we head to Killarney via Adare in Limerick. Adare is a heritage town in Limerick founded in the 13th Century. Immerse yourself in the picturesque tranquil village adorned with charming, thatched cottages, historic buildings and churches. After a short stop for pictures, we will celebrate Mass. We then head to Killarney for our next stop. We will enjoy a trip on the Jaunting Cars around Killarney National Park to Ross Castle and see the awe-inspiring views of the Lakes of Killarney before heading to Sneem, a quaint pictureque village on the ring of Kerry. Hotel: 4 Sneem Hotel (or similar) B/D
Monday, September 14:

Ring of Kerry. After Breakfast and Mass in the lovely local church in Sneem. head to Molly Gallivans Cottage, outside Kenmare, for a unique traditional Irish experience. They offer a variety of demonstrations including sheep shearing, spinning, Poitin (whiskey) making and tasting, and help bake and enjoy traditional Irish soda bread. Continuing on the breathtaking ring of Kerry. Free time for shopping in Killarney. Return to Sneem for dinner and an evening of Irish Music. Hotel: Sneem Hotel (or similar) B/D
Tuesday, September 15:

Cork/Gougane Barra/Blarney Stone/Youghal. This morning, we head to Youghal, Co. Cork. On route we will stop for Mass in St. Finbars Oratory in Gougane Barra. After Mass we travel to Blarney to visit the famous Blarney Stone. According to legend, kissing the Stone endows the kisser with the Gift of the Gab (eloquence)! There will be free time for shopping in the nearby Blarney Woollen Mills. Afterwards we head to Youghal, a seaside resort town on the Estuary of the Blackwater River, for our nights stay. Hotel: 4 Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal (or similar) B/D
Wednesday, September 16:

Kilkenny, Glendalough, Wicklow/Dublin After breakfast we will head to Kilkenny, a gem of a city steeped in medieval charm and vibrant culture. There will be time to walk around the 12-century castle. Our next stop on the tour is Glendalough, in Wicklow, and we will celebrate Mass in God's Cottage. After Mass we will walk around Glendalough, see St. Kevins Church, popularly known as Kevin's Kitchen, the Round Tower, foundations of St. Ciarans Church and the walls of what is called the Priest's House. We then head to Dublin for 2 nights. Hotel: 4 Trinity City Hotel, Dublin (or similar) B/D
Thursday, September 17:

Dublin/Epic Museum/Guinness Brewery/ Merry Ploughboy. After breakfast, we will have Mass at the Whitefriar Street Church, visited by thousands of visitors each year and is the home of a shrine to St. Valentine. After Mass we head to the Epic Museum and hear the stories of Irish Emigrants who became scientists, politicians, poets, artists and even some outlaws all over the world. We then head to The Guinness Brewery, where you will experience the history, heart and soul of Irelands most iconic beer(stout). We also learn how the beer is made and visit the Gravity bar with unparalleled 360-degree views of one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to visit Grafton and OConnell Streets. This evening, we will head to the Merry Ploughboy for dinner and some traditional Irish Music and Dancing. Hotel: 4 Trinity City Hotel (or similar) B/D
Friday, September 18:

Trinity College-Book of Kells/Depart Dublin. Our last day in Dublin. After breakfast, we head to Trinity College to see the Book of Kells and explore the Old Library. Learn about the symbolism and artistry of the 1200-year-old manuscript. After the tour we will celebrate Mass before heading to the airport for our afternoon flight back to New York. Dinner will be served on the flight back to New York.