Day 1 Tuesday, June 15th, 2027
Depart Louisville

Depart Louisville for your overnight transatlantic flight to Dublin. Dinner will be served during the flight as we begin our pilgrimage to Ireland, a land rich in Catholic faith, ancient monastic tradition and devotion to Our Blessed Lady.


Day 2 Wednesday, June 16th, 2027
Arrive Dublin / Fr. Peyton Centre / County Mayo

On arrival at Dublin Airport, you will be met by your Tour Guide and board your private coach. We travel first to Maynooth, County Kildare, where we will enjoy a traditional Irish breakfast at the Glenroyal Hotel. Following breakfast, we continue west to the Fr. Peyton Memorial Centre in Attymass, County Mayo. Here we will celebrate Mass, enjoy tea and scones and hear the inspiring story of Fr. Patrick Peyton, known throughout the world as the "Rosary Priest". Born in County Mayo, Fr. Peyton dedicated his life to promoting family prayer and became famous for the message, "The family that prays together stays together". After our visit, we continue to Kiltimagh and check into the Park Hotel for a two-night stay. Dinner and overnight in County Mayo.
Hotel: 4 Park Hotel, Kiltimagh, or similar. B/D


Day 3 Thursday, June 17th, 2027
Knock Shrine / Ballintubber Abbey

After breakfast, we journey to Croagh Patrick to pray at the statue of St. Patrick. The St. Patrick statue at Croagh Patrick commemorates Irelands patron saint and the mountains deep connection to his life and legacy. According to tradition, St. Patrick fasted and prayed on the summit for 40 days during the fifth century. The statue serves as a symbol of faith, perseverance, and Irelands enduring Christian heritage, while overlooking Clew Bay and the surrounding landscape. After, we continue to Ballintubber Abbey, one of the most remarkable surviving medieval abbeys in Ireland. Founded in 1216, Ballintubber has remained a place of Christian worship for more than eight centuries. Even after the Abbey was partially destroyed and remained without a roof for more than 200 years, Mass continued to be celebrated here. Then we travel to Knock Shrine, Irelands National Marian Shrine and one of the countrys most important places of pilgrimage. On the evening of August 21st, 1879, fifteen local people witnessed an extraordinary silent apparition at the gable wall of the parish church. Our Blessed Lady appeared together with St. Joseph and St. John the Evangelist, while an altar bearing the Lamb of God and a cross was also seen. We will enjoy a guided visit through the Shrine grounds and celebrate Mass. We return to Kiltimagh for dinner and overnight.

Hotel: 4 Park Hotel, Kiltimagh, or similar. B/D


Day 4 Friday, June 18th, 2027
Galway / Aran Islands

After breakfast, we depart County Mayo and travel south towards Galway. We will celebrate Mass at Galway Cathedral, one of the citys best-known landmarks, standing close to the River Corrib. Later we travel to the coast for our boat journey to the Aran Islands, weather permitting. Lying at the mouth of Galway Bay, the islands are renowned for their dramatic Atlantic scenery, ancient Christian remains, stone walls and strong preservation of St Louis Bertrand Parish Ireland 2027 traditional Irish culture. Depending on sailing times and the days programme, there may also be an opportunity to enjoy some time in Galway, with its colourful streets, historic centre and lively atmosphere. Dinner and overnight in Galway.
Hotel: 4 Harbour Hotel, Galway, or similar. B/D


Day 5 Saturday, June 19th, 2027
Galway / Cliffs of Moher / Doolin / Bunratty

Following breakfast, we celebrate morning Mass, with the location to be confirmed locally, before continuing along Irelands magnificent western coastline to the Cliffs of Moher. Rising dramatically above the Atlantic Ocean, the Cliffs of Moher offer some of the most spectacular coastal scenery in Ireland. On a clear day, views stretch across Galway Bay towards the Aran Islands. We will also see OBriens Tower, constructed in 1835 as a viewing point for visitors to the cliffs. We continue to the village of Doolin, situated on the Wild Atlantic Way and famous for its traditional Irish music and welcoming pubs. Where time permits, there will be an opportunity for lunch and perhaps a pint of Guinness before continuing our journey. Later we travel to Bunratty Folk Park, where we step back into Irelands past before enjoying a memorable Medieval Banquet for dinner.
Hotel: Bunratty Castle Hotel, or similar.

Day 6 Sunday, June 20th, 2027
Adare / Killarney / Sneem

After breakfast, we travel south towards County Kerry, stopping along the way in the picturesque heritage village of Adare in County Limerick. Founded in the 13th century, Adare is known for its charming thatched cottages, historic buildings and churches. There will be time for photographs and a short stroll through the village. We then continue to Killarney, one of Irelands best-loved towns, surrounded by mountains, lakes and woodland. Here we will enjoy a traditional Jaunting Car ride through Killarney National Park towards Ross Castle, taking in wonderful views of the Lakes of Killarney along the way. Later we travel to the peaceful village of Sneem, where Mass will be celebrated in the local church before checking into our hotel. Dinner and overnight in Sneem.
Hotel: 4 Sneem Hotel, or similar. B/D

Day 7 Monday, June 21st, 2027
Ring of Kerry

After breakfast, we celebrate Mass in the lovely local church in Sneem before setting out to explore the magnificent Ring of Kerry. This famous route takes us through some of Irelands most beautiful landscapes, where mountains, lakes, rugged coastline and traditional villages combine to create unforgettable scenery. During the day, we will have free time in Killarney to explore the town, browse the shops or simply enjoy the atmosphere before returning to Sneem. This evening, dinner will be followed by an enjoyable evening of traditional Irish music.

Hotel: 4 Sneem Hotel, or similar. B/D


Day 8 Tuesday, June 22nd, 2027
Kenmare / Molly Gallivans Cottage / Gougane Barra / Cobh

After breakfast, we leave Sneem and travel towards Kenmare, stopping at Molly Gallivans Cottage for a unique taste of traditional rural Irish life. Here we will discover some of the customs and skills associated with Irelands past, with demonstrations that may include sheep shearing, spinning, traditional Poitn making and the preparation of Irish soda bread. We then continue through the beautiful countryside of County Cork to Gougane Barra, one of the most peaceful and picturesque religious sites in Ireland. Surrounded by mountains and woodland, the tiny St. Finbarrs Oratory stands beside the lake in a setting of remarkable natural beauty. We will celebrate Mass here before continuing towards Cobh. If time permits, we will visit the Cobh Museum (optional) before checking into our hotel. Cobh has a remarkable maritime history and was the final port of call of the Titanic before it departed Ireland in April 1912. Dinner and overnight in Cobh.

Hotel: 4 Commodore Hotel, Cobh, or similar. B/D


Day 9 Wednesday, June 23rd, 2027
Blarney / Kilkenny / Dublin

After Mass and breakfast, we depart Cobh and travel to Blarney to visit the famous Blarney Castle and Blarney Stone. According to tradition, those who kiss the legendary stone are granted the Gift of the Gab, or the gift of eloquence. There will also be free time for shopping at the nearby Blarney Woollen Mills before we continue north towards Kilkenny. In Kilkenny, we visit the Dominican Black Abbey, founded in the 13th century, where we will celebrate Mass. Afterwards, there will be time to explore the historic centre and walk in the area surrounding Kilkenny Castle, one of Irelands great medieval landmarks. Later we continue to Dublin, where we check into our hotel for a two-night stay.

Hotel: 4star Trinity Capital Hotel, Dublin, or similar. B/D


Day 10 Thursday, June 24th, 2027
Glendalough / EPIC Museum / Dublin

We make an early start this morning and travel south from Dublin into County Wicklow to Glendalough, one of Irelands most celebrated early Christian monastic sites. Set in a beautiful valley surrounded by mountains and lakes, Glendalough was founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century and became an important centre of Christian prayer and learning. We will celebrate Mass in Gods Cottage and afterwards explore the ancient monastic settlement, seeing St. Kevins Church, popularly known as Kevins Kitchen, the Round Tower, the remains of St. Ciarans Church and the building traditionally known as the Priests House. Following our visit, we return to Dublin and continue to EPIC, the Irish Emigration Museum. Through interactive exhibitions and personal stories, we will discover the extraordinary journeys of Irish emigrants who left their homeland and made an impact across the world as scientists, politicians, writers, artists, entrepreneurs and adventurers. The afternoon will then be free to enjoy Dublin at your own pace. Those who wish may choose to visit the Guinness Storehouse, where the story of Irelands most famous stout is brought to life, or visit Trinity College to see the celebrated Book of Kells and the historic Old Library. Alternatively, there will be time to explore Grafton Street, OConnell Street, St. Stephens Green, Dublin Castle or simply enjoy the atmosphere of the city centre. Dinner and overnight at our hotel.

Hotel: 4 Trinity Capital Hotel, Dublin, or similar. B/D


Day 11 Friday, June 25th, 2027
Depart Dublin

After breakfast, we depart our hotel and transfer to Dublin Airport for our return flight to Louisville. As we leave Ireland, we carry home wonderful memories of its Marian heritage, ancient Christian sites, dramatic landscapes, warm hospitality and the many spiritual experiences shared during our pilgrimage.