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Itinerary an ancient archaeological complex and ceremonial to mainland Ireland. From here, we’ll visit the
grounds. Afterward, we’ll visit an apple orchard, unforgettable Giant’s Causeway—a UNESCO World
where we’ll learn about the process of making cider Heritage Site—formed by volcanic eruptions dating
DAY 1 • Depart U.S. from the owner of a family-owned cidery. We’ll enjoy back millions of years. We’ll then travel to the town of
Depart for your overnight flight to Dublin, Ireland. lunch at the orchard along with a cider tasting. Bushmills to explore independently.
B,L — Clayton Hotel Belfast or similar B,D — Portrush Atlantic Hotel or similar
DAY 2 • Arrive Dublin, Ireland
We’ll arrive in Dublin, where an O.A.T. representative DAY 5 • Explore Belfast • Controversial DAY • Explore Derry • Controversial Topic:
will escort us to our hotel to meet travelers from Topic: The Troubles with ex-political Bloody Sunday Massacre & the fight for
our Dublin in Depth or New! Scottish Highlands and prisoners and a British veteran • justice • Donegal
Lowlands: Edinburgh, St. Andrews, National Parks Black cab ride We’ll explore Derry today, one of Europe’s last
& Glasgow pre-trip extensions. Enjoy a Welcome You’ll get to explore the turbulent history and rich walled cities—and the only one in Ireland still
Dinner tonight. culture of Belfast like a local: in a famed black cab. fully intact. We’ll enjoy a tour of the city walls and
D — Belvedere Hotel or similar We’ll get a very personal look at the city through our murals inspired by the nearly-three-decade-long
drivers’ eyes as they share their perspectives on the period known as “the Troubles.” Then, we’ll visit the
DAY 3 • Explore Dublin • Controversial city’s political turmoil and religious divides. We’ll also Museum of Free Derry where we’ll join local museum
Topic: Racism against Irish Travelers engage in a Controversial Topic about the Troubles volunteers to hear about a Controversial Topic: The
We’ll enjoy a tour of Dublin, focusing on landmarks with three men who once fought on opposite sides of 1972 massacre, “Bloody Sunday,” in which British
that depict the Easter Rising of 1916. Then, we visit this bloody conflict, but are now united with a shared soldiers killed 14 unarmed Catholic protesters. Our
Phoenix Park to enjoy a walking tour, including the hope of a brighter future. speakers will be Belfast locals who lost members of
Papal Cross. We then visit Pavee Point, a human rights B,L — Clayton Hotel Belfast or similar
organization, where we’ll hear about a Controversial
Topic: Racism against Ireland’s Traveler community. DAY 6 • Explore Glenariff Forest Park • Watch this independent video to learn
The Travelers are Ireland’s indigenous ethnic minority. North Coast more about this adventure
Similar to continental Europe’s Roma people, the Today, we transfer to Portrush. On the way, we’ll visit
Travelers traditionally lived a nomadic lifestyle, Glenariff Forest Park, where we’ll walk along a scenic
transitioning only in recent years to more permanent nature trail, admiring peaceful rivers and waterfalls.
dwellings. At Pavee Point, we’ll learn firsthand about We’ll continue our drive, arriving in Portrush later
the discrimination that Travelers face in Ireland, this afternoon.
and how organizations like Pavee Point are trying to B,L — Portrush Atlantic Hotel or similar
combat it with a woman from the Traveler community.
B — Belvedere Hotel or similar DAY • North Coast • The Antrim Coast •
Giant’s Causeway
DAY 4 • Overland to Belfast • Navan Fort • Today, we stop at the Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge. The
Cider visit bridge, originally constructed by late 18th-century watch video
Today we transfer to Belfast, the capital of Northern salmon fishermen, connects Carrick-A-Rede Island
Ireland. We’ll begin at Navan Fort, the centerpiece of

Get to know the people who call
Ireland home

Patrons of Local Irish Pubs : Throughout our
adventure, we’ll have opportunities to meet, mingle,
and perhaps share a pint with locals at Irish pubs. Clink
glasses with new friends, exclaim “Sláinte!” (Gaelic for “cheers”),
and experience Ireland’s famed hospitality.
Belfast’s Famed Cab Drivers : On Day 5, we’ll travel the city like local residents—
via black cab in groups of 3-5 people per car. In this intimate setting, we’ll talk to
the cab drivers about their experiences growing up in Northern Ireland’s capital,
as sights throughout the city bring their stories to life.

Irish Farmer : Meet a local artisan who weaves Donegal’s legendary tweed by
hand during A Day in the Life of St. John’s Point, a tight-knit rural community
in southwest Donegal. We’ll visit the thatch-roof cottage where she works
alongside her mother each day, then visit Heather Hill Farm, an up-and-coming
farmstead dedicated to promoting sustainable agriculture and healthy produce
across all of Ireland.

Throughout our adventure, we’ll mingle with the famously-friendly people of Ireland.

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