Enchanting Ireland: A Tour of the Emerald Isle
Enchanting Ireland
A Tour of the Emerald Isle
Aug 22 - Sep 3, 2010 (Cancelled)
Sep 19 - Oct 1, 2010
Discover Ireland's many charms on this intimate exploration of the Emerald Isle
Starting at $4,395
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  • This tour is one of our Smithsonian Journeys Signature tours and is designed for small groups of 16 to 24 Smithsonian travelers. Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by one of our exceptional Smithsonian Study Leaders, all top experts in their fields. This tour represents outstanding travel value, featuring included international airfare.
  • Christopher Griffin teaches Irish literature at the George Washington University and humanities at Strayer University in Washington, D.C. Originally from the south of Galway, Christopher studied at Trinity College and University College in Dublin, and looks forward to accompanying June and August departures. Cassandra Hannahs is a medieval historian, specializing on cross-channel exchanges between Britain and France during the Anglo-Norman period. With publications in numerous journals and books, Cassandra has lectured throughout the United States, France and Britain. Cassandra will lead the September departure.
  • Visit a few historic pubs in Dublin on a private Mystery Tour - meeting some interesting guests and enjoying a pint with locals
  • Take a special tour of Inismor with a local islander.
  • Enjoy dinner at a local farmhouse outside of Killarney.
  • Stop in a village in the Ring of Kerry to watch a special sheep dog herding demonstration, catch a glimpse of rare Bog Ponies and Irish Wolfhounds, and enjoy a traditional Irish coffee at a local pub.
  • Learn about life during the Famine period during a visit to the Kerry Bog Village


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