Wednesday, July 21, 2027 Depart Boston on the overnight flight to Dublin. Dinner will be served enroute.
Thursday, July 22, 2027: Arrive Dublin / Fr. Peyton Centre / Mayo
Upon 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 Fr. Peytons Memorial Centre in Attymass for
Mass, tea and scones. We will listen to the story of Fr. Peyton, known as the Rosary Priest and then continue to the
Park Hotel, Kiltimagh, Co. Mayo for two nights.
Hotel: 4 Park Hotel, Kiltimagh (or similar) B/D
Friday, July 23, 2027: 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 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 historic site was founded in 1216. Despite two fires that reduced the
structure to that of bare walls and no roof, Mass continued to be celebrated there for over 236 years.
Hotel: 4 Park Hotel, Kiltimagh (or similar) B/D
Saturday, July 24, 2027: Knock / Cong / Galway
We will have Mass at Knock Shrine this morning. After Mass we head to Cong for a walking tour of the village where
The Quiet Man, starring Maureen OHara and John Wayne, was filmed. Afterwards we continue to Galway for a
sightseeing tour, passing Galway Cathedral, the Spanish Arch, Eyre Square and other highlights of this medieval city.
Free time in Galway city centre during the afternoon.
Hotel: 4 Harbor Hotel, Galway (or similar) B/D
Sunday, July 25, 2027: Galway / Cliffs of Moher / Doolin
We will celebrate Mass in Galway Cathedral this morning before travelling to the Cliffs of Moher, towering above
Irelands rugged Atlantic coastline. Enjoy magnificent views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Aran Islands, weather
permitting. Visit OBriens Tower before continuing to Doolin, renowned for its traditional Irish music and
spectacular scenery along the Wild Atlantic Way. There will be time for lunch and perhaps a pint of Guinness before
returning to Galway.
Hotel: 4 Harbor Hotel, Galway (or similar) B/D
Monday, July 26, 2027: Killarney / Sneem
After breakfast we travel to Killarney via the heritage town of Adare in County Limerick. Following a short stop for
photographs, we will celebrate Mass before continuing to Killarney. Enjoy a jaunting car ride through Killarney
National Park to Ross Castle, taking in the beautiful Lakes of Killarney, before travelling to the picturesque village of
Sneem on the Ring of Kerry.
Hotel: 4 Sneem Hotel (or similar) B/D
Tuesday, July 27, 2027: Ring of Kerry
After breakfast and Mass in the local church in Sneem, we visit Molly Gallivans Cottage near Kenmare for an
authentic Irish cultural experience, including demonstrations of sheep shearing, spinning, poitn making, and traditional soda bread baking. Continue along the breathtaking Ring of Kerry before enjoying free time for shopping in Killarney. Return to Sneem for dinner and an evening of traditional Irish music.
Hotel: Sneem Hotel (or similar) B/D
Wednesday, July 28, 2027: Cork / Gougane Barra / Blarney Stone / Cobh
This morning we travel towards Cobh, County Cork. En route we celebrate Mass at St. Finbarrs Oratory in Gougane Barra before continuing to Blarney Castle, where you may kiss the famous Blarney Stone and receive the legendary "Gift of the Gab." There will be free time for shopping at the nearby Blarney Woollen Mills before continuing to the
seaside town of Cobh.
Hotel: 4 Commodore Hotel, Cobh (or similar) B/D
Thursday, July 29, 2027: Kilkenny / Glendalough / Wicklow / Dublin
After breakfast we travel to Kilkenny, one of Irelands finest medieval cities, with time to explore the area around its
magnificent 12th-century castle. We then continue to Glendalough in County Wicklow, where we celebrate Mass in
Gods Cottage. Afterwards, explore the ancient monastic settlement including St. Kevins Church, the Round Tower,
St. Ciarns Church and the Priests House before continuing to Dublin for a two-night stay.
Hotel: 4 Trinity City Hotel, Dublin (or similar) B/D
Friday, July 30, 2027: Dublin / EPIC Museum / Guinness Storehouse / Merry Ploughboy
After breakfast we celebrate Mass at Whitefriar Street Church, home to the shrine of St. Valentine. We then visit
EPIC, The Irish Emigration Museum, before touring the Guinness Storehouse, learning the history and brewing
process behind Irelands most famous stout and enjoying panoramic views from the Gravity Bar. Enjoy free time in
the afternoon to explore Grafton Street and OConnell Street. This evening we enjoy dinner along with traditional
Irish music and dancing at the Merry Ploughboy.
Hotel: 4 Trinity City Hotel (or similar) B/D
Saturday, July 31, 2027: Trinity College Book of Kells / Depart Dublin
After breakfast we visit Trinity College to see the famous Book of Kells and the magnificent Old Library. Discover the
symbolism and artistry of this remarkable 1,200-year-old manuscript before celebrating our final Mass. We then transfer to Dublin Airport for our afternoon flight back to Boston. Dinner and light snack will be served during the flight.
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