Cultural traditions reflected in modern life

The Emerald IsleFrom Dublin to the Rugged West Coast

Jun 17 - 29, 2012 (Call to Book)
Sep 9 - 21, 2012
Discover Ireland's many charms on this intimate exploration of the Emerald Isle
Starting at $4,395
Call 855-330-1542
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  • Starting price reflects land-only tour cost. Great Value: see our Tour Cost page for pricing that Includes International Airfare.
  • This journey is specially designed for a small group of 16 to 24 Smithsonian travelers and offers outstanding travel value.
  • Throughout this tour, travel in the company of an exceptional Smithsonian Study Leader. Christopher Griffin, originally from the south of Galway, teaches Irish literature and humanities at two universities in Washington, D.C. Christopher will accompany the June 2012 departure. Miriam Davis is a medievalist with expertise in archaeology, history, and Christianity, and has worked on many archaeological excavations. Miriam will be on the September 2012 departure.
  • Learn about the struggles for Irish independence during a guided visit to Kilmainham Jail.
  • Take a special tour of Inismor with a local islander.
  • Enjoy dinner with a warm and welcoming family 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.
  • This tour features the following World Heritage site on this tour:
    • The Giant's Causeway, Ireland (Tour Extension)
    See a complete list of all Smithsonian tours featuring World Heritage sites.


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