August 3, 2026 – August 12, 2026
(Ireland Tour)
Silverdale Lutheran Church 10-Day Ireland Tour
Tour in Ireland
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Overview
Ireland
Ireland is a nation shaped by early Christian missions and deeply influenced by the events of the Protestant Reformation. Explore the key sites where pivotal moments in church history took place, leaving a lasting impact on faith and culture.
Tour Leaders
Pastor Bill Crabtree
Tour Details
Dates
August 3 – 12, 2026
Lodging
- DUBLIN: CLAYTON BURLINGTON HOTEL DUBLIN
- KILKENNY: KILKENNY HOTEL
- KILLARNEY:KILLARNEY PLAZA HOTEL
- GALWAY: SALHILL HOTEL
- DUBLIN: HERBERT PARL HOTEL
Pricing
Land Only: $3,875 per person
Itinerary
DAY 1: MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026 – DEPART THE USA FOR DUBLIN, IRELAND
DAY 2: TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026 – ARRIVE IN DUBLIN, IRELAND
- Arrive in Dublin airport and meet our guide and driver
- Visit Glasnevin Cemetery – At Experience Glasnevin – Ireland’s National Cemetery we invite local, national and international visitors of all ages and identities to explore and connect with our special past – through the stories of those buried here. The cemetery has been beautifully restored and sympathetically designed, including state-of-the-art exhibition and education facilities, a visitor center and interactive tours.
- Short transfer into Dublin city centre – the perfect introduction to Dublin covering 1000 years of history from the first Viking developments on the edge of the River Liffey, through to the walled city of the Middle Ages, the elegant Georgian age, and finishing with the modern, bustling city of today.
- You will see all the important places – O’Connell Street where the fight for independence started in 1916 at the G.P.O. and the Phoenix Park where the Irish President and American Ambassador live surrounded by a herd of wild deer!
- Visit Trinity College Dublin and Book of Kells – Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s oldest university and home to its greatest cultural treasure, the Book of Kells. A precious 9th century manuscript containing the four Gospels of the New Testament, the Book is on display as part of the Book of Kells Experience. Located in the Old Library, visitors first view the Book before marvelling at the Long Room, considered to be one of the world’s most beautiful libraries.
- Irish Night in Pub e.g. The Merry Ploughboy or Johnnie Foxs
- https://www.mpbpub.com/index.html
- https://johnniefoxs.com/
Overnight in Dublin, Clayton Burlington Hotel
BREAKFAST, DINNER
DAY 3: WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2026 – NEWGRANGE / CHESTER BEATTY
- Irish breakfast at hotel
- 10.00 – 11.00 Drive to Newgrange (1hr drive)
- 11.30 – 14.30 Visit Newgrange
- Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre is the starting point for all visits to Newgrange and Knowth. The Visitor Centre exhibition is a fully interactive visitor experience exploring the Neolithic culture, landscape and monuments of Brú na Bóinne. Visitors are brought via shuttle bus to these monuments and pre-booking tickets is essential. Access to Newgrange and Knowth is by guided tour only.
- Afternoon Visit Chester Beatty Library – Situated in the heart of Dublin City centre, the Chester Beatty exhibitions open a window on the artistic treasures of the great cultures and religions of the world – Asia, Middle East, North Africa and Europe.
- Take a journey across continents, countries and peoples, as you discover treasures of rare quality and beauty from across the globe. This world-renowned, award-winning museum showcases rich and diverse exhibitions of miniature paintings, decorative arts, manuscripts, prints and drawings, from Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. All pieces were donated to the Irish nation by American mining magnate and philanthropist, Sir Alfred Chester Beatty (1875- 1968).
Overnight and Dinner in Dublin, Clayton Burlington
BREAKFAST, DINNER
DAY 4: THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2026 – GLENDALOUGH / KILKENNY
- Irish breakfast at the hotel
- Morning drive to the south of Dublin – to the glorious garden county of Wicklow with its shades of green and mountains.
- 10.30 – 12.30 Visit to Glendalough, a monastic site established by St. Kevin in the 6th Century – an isolated beautiful spot where he could live as a hermit without distraction. It slowly developed into an ancient monastery and place of learning for medieval monks. The ruins include a small chapel, ancient Irish round tower, cemetery in a remote valley and lake.
- Early afternoon drive to Kilkenny (1.5hr drive)
- Afternoon Walking Tour including visit of Kilkenny Castle
- Discover medieval Ireland with this magical day trip. This is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Ireland. The historic highlight will be a visit to the fine Norman castle of Kilkenny.
Overnight and Dinner in Kilkenny, Hotel Kilkenny
BREAKFAST, DINNER
DAY 5: FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2026 – CASHEL
- Irish breakfast at hotel
- Drive to Cashel (1hr drive)
- Visit Rock of Cashel, Cashel of the Kings and St. Patrick’s Rock, a historical site located dramatically above a plain at Cashel, County Tipperary
- Continue to Killarney (2.15hrs drive)
Overnight and Dinner in Killarney, Killarney Plaza Hotel
BREAKFAST, DINNER
DAY 6: SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2026 – RING OF KERRY / KILLARNEY
- Irish breakfast at the hotel
- Today, we have an early start as we head to explore the Ring of Kerry (a full day tour)
- The broad Iveragh Peninsula stretches south-west from Killarney for nearly 40 miles. Stop en route to see a sheepdog demo, ancient Ring Forts, stunning views, great beaches. Approx. 4pm Visit Muckross House – Set in the heart of Killarney National Park
- Muckross is known throughout the world for its scenic beauty and cultural attractions, including the magnificent house itself, craft workshops, Garden Restaurant and 1920’s style working farm.
Overnight and Dinner in Killarney, Killarney Plaza Hotel
BREAKFAST, DINNER
DAY 7: SUNDAY, AUGUST 9, 2026 – Dingle Peninsula – Day 6 – 9 Aug
- Irish breakfast at hotel
- Scenic drive to Dingle Peninsula (1hr)
- The Dingle Peninsula, on Ireland’s southwest Atlantic coast, is ringed by sandy beaches and craggy cliffs. Inland are rolling hills and mountains.
- Dingle is a small port town on southwest Ireland’s Dingle Peninsula, known for its rugged scenery, trails and sandy beaches
Overnight and Dinner in Killarney, Killarney Plaza Hotel
BREAKFAST, DINNER
DAY 8: MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 20206 – Cliffs of Moher (Via Tarbert Ferry) & Burren
- Irish breakfast at hotel
- 08.30 – 11.30 Scenic drive to Cliffs of Moher via Tarbert Ferry (most direct route)
- 11.30 – 12.30 Visit the Cliffs of Moher, here, we will visit the Atlantic Edge Exhibition and walk along the pathway up to O’Briens Tower
- Lunch in Doolin
- Early afternoon we continue to The Burren, where we will see the famous Poulnebrone Dolmen – The Burren is an area of karst vegetation where the porous limestone has allowed the rain to flow through, creating a network of underground of underground rivers, lakes and waterfalls whilst the surface looks like the moon. There is an abundance of alpine and arctic flora living happily side by side, wonderful birds and many prehistoric burial chambers, tombs and Dolmens.
- Continue to Galway (1hr drive)
Overnight and Dinner in Galway, Salthill Hotel
BREAKFAST, DINNER
DAY 9: TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026 – CLONMACNOISE / DUBLIN
- Irish breakfast at the hotel
- Short walking tour of Galway
- Drive to Clonmacnoise, a ruined monastery situated in County Offaly. The ruins include a Cathedral, two round Towers, three high crosses, and nine Churches. St Ciarán founded his monastery on the banks of the River Shannon in the 6th Century. The monastery flourished and became a great seat of learning, a university of its time with students from all over Europe. The ruins include a Cathedral, two round Towers, three high crosses, nine Churches and over 700 Early Christian graves labs. The original high crosses, including the magnificent 10th century Cross of the Scriptures are on display in a purpose-built visitor center adjacent to the monastic enclosure.
- Continue to Dublin
Overnight and Dinner in Dublin, Herbert Park Hotel
BREAKFAST, DINNER
DAY 10: WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026 – DUBLIN AIRPORT
- Irish breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer to the Dublin airport
Payment Info
| PAYMENT SCHEDULE | WHICH PASSENGERS | PAYMENT INFORMATION |
| At Registration | All Passengers | $500 Per Person (Non-refundable) |
| 2nd Required Hotel Deposit | All Passengers | $1000 Per Person February 10th, 2026 |
| Final Payment Due Date | All Passengers | June 1, 2026 |
Pricing
Main Tour
Land Only: $3,875 per person
Tour Price Includes
- 4-Star hotel accommodations • Meeting at the Dublin, Ireland Airport on arrival and departure
- Ground transfer from the Dublin Airport to the group hotel
- Ground transfer from the Dublin hotel at the conclusion of the tour
- All transfers on sightseeing days
- Gratuity for driver, guide, and hotel staff
- Luxury air-conditioned motor coach
- Entrance fees for sites indicated in the Itinerary
- Daily buffet breakfast and dinner in hotels as indicated in the itinerary
- Headset for each passenger
Tour Price Does Not Include
- Domestic and International air reservation
- Optional Travel Protection Insurance
- Hotel cost for passengers arriving prior to AUGUST 4, 2026
- Hotel cost for any travelers staying after 11:00 AM on AUGUST 12, 2026
- Single Supplement Fee for those requesting to room alone or if a roommate cannot be assigned
- Items of personal nature
- Lunches and gratuity for lunches
- Incidental cost in participant’s hotel room
Required Deposit
$500 Non-refundable deposit per person due upon registration
Insurance
| Trawick International Travel Protection Insurance Price Chart | |
|---|---|
| Tour Cost Range | Insurance Premium Cost |
| $1 – $1,000 | $88.44 |
| $1,001 – $2,000 | $139.00 |
| $2,001 – $3,000 | $211.14 |
| $3,001 – $4,000 | $280.40 |
| $4,001 – $5,000 | $377.67 |
| $5,001 – $6,000 | $424.91 |
| $6,001 – $7,000 | $527.54 |
| $7,001 – $8,000 | $611.21 |
| $8,001 – $9,000 | $724.68 |
| $9,001 – $10,000 | $895.64 |
Cancellation Policies
The below cancellation penalties and refund policy will apply for all travelers who choose not to abide by a country’s official travel restrictions.
- Non-refundable Third-party supplier penalties include but not limited to –
- Credit / Debit Card Processing Fee
- Land Suppliers
- Cruise Ship supplier
- Non-refundable Cruise Deposit from 149 days prior to the tour departure date
- Group Air supplier
- Etc.
- Any individual canceling between the date of registration and the Final Payment Due Date (Final Payment Due Date is 100 days prior to the tour departure date) will be penalized a Non-refundable, Non-transferrable $500 per person deposit and plus any non-refundable third-party supplier cost/s
- Any individual canceling between 99 – 85 days prior to the scheduled departure date we will be penalized the entire tour deposit plus 10% of the total tour cost and any nonrefundable payments to any third-party supplier.
- Any individual canceling between 84- 55 days prior to the scheduled departure date we will be penalized 50% of the total tour cost plus any nonrefundable payments to any third-party supplier.
- Any individual canceling between 54 – 45 days prior to the scheduled departure date will be penalized 80 % of the total tour cost plus any nonrefundable payments to any third-party supplier.
- Any individual canceling between 44 – 0 days prior to the scheduled departure date will be penalized 100 % of the total tour cost.
- Any individual canceling less than 60 days prior to the tour departure date and causes their assigned roommate to room alone and if there is no one to be assigned as the person’s roommate, then the person canceling will be responsible to pay the Single Supplement fee.
- If a roommate is subsequently found for the remaining roommate, then the Single Supplement fee will be refunded to the canceling individual.
- Allow up to 8 weeks for any refund to be issued.
