June 17 - 25, 2025
Ireland
Diocese of Lansing Choral and Faith Pilgrimage
Calling all Choirs, Singers, and Parishioners of the Diocese of Lansing: Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of Emerald Isle! Whether you’re a singer, or simply enthusiastic about travel and faith, join us to create memories in fellowship together in the heart of Ireland with singers and choir members from the Diocese of Lansing Choral and Faith Pilgrimage Tour of Ireland in 2025!
Trip Code: 87034 | Group Code: 5936
INCLUSIONS
•Seven nights’ accommodations at four-star hotels
•Two nights in Galway
•Two nights in Killarney
•Three nights in Dublin
•Meals
•Breakfast daily
•Three dinners, including a welcome and farewell dinner
•Church performance in Galway
•Vigil Mass performance in Killarney
•Church performance in Dublin, including an opportunity to sing with the Palestrina Choir
•Entrance fees and local guides according to the itinerary
•Arrangements of daily Mass, including donations in unique and historical churches
•Luxury motor coach in Ireland
•Luxury motor coach for airport transfers in Ireland for passenger on group airfare
•Local tour manager while in Ireland
•Hotel and city taxes, plus porterage for one piece of luggage
•Gratuities payable to the tour manager, guides, and motorcoach drivers
YOUR TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE
•Airfare; this package is sold land only with a group air option
•Airport transfers for passengers on independent flights
•Tour manager from the USA
•Meals and beverages, unless specified
•Other personal expenses
•Travel insurance
•Items not specifically mentioned
•Sheet music
•Instrument rental
•Music stands
•Instrument transportation
ITINERARY
Day 1: Tuesday, June 17 - Depart for Dublin, Ireland
Depart the United States on overnight flights to Dublin, Ireland.
Day 2: Wednesday, June 18 - Dublin | Galway
Arrive at Dublin Airport, where you will be met with a cead mile failte (a hundred thousand welcomes) by your tour manager and then board your luxury motorcoach. Transfer to Rathbaun Farm for a sheepdog demonstration, then continue to Galway for a special group welcome dinner at the hotel and overnight.
Day 3: Thursday, June 19 - Knock Shrine | Galway | Performance
Travel to Ireland’s most famous pilgrimage site at Knock Shrine in County Mayo. Here learn about the 1879 apparition of Our Lady, after which you will celebrate Mass. Performance or sung Mass (pending confirmation). Then travel around Lough Corrib and Connemara, Ireland’s most extensive Gaelic speaking area, before returning to Galway. Overnight in Galway.
Day 4: Friday, June 20 - Cliffs of Moher | Killarney
After hotel check-out, embark on an excursion to the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher. Follow the Atlantic coastline south, taking a ferry across the River Shannon to County Kerry. Arrive in Killarney late this afternoon and experience a special group dinner at Muckross Traditional Farms and overnight in Killarney.
Day 5: Saturday, June 21 - Killarney National Park | Ring of Kerry | Performance
Journey this morning to Killarney National Park for a scenic, horse-drawn carriage ride. Tour the Ring of Kerry highlights including Moll’s Gap and Ladies View. Enjoy time at leisure exploring the area before singing in a vigil Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral (pending confirmation). Overnight in Killarney.
Day 6: Sunday, June 22 - Blarney Castle | Dublin
Today, head to Blarney Castle to experience the historic grounds and beautiful gardens, with an opportunity to kiss the legendary Blarney Stone. Continue to Dublin to Celebrate Mass before time at leisure. Overnight in Dublin.
Day 7: Monday, June 23 - Dublin
Begin your day with a tour of Dublin, including St. Patrick’s Cathedral, St. Stephen’s Green, South Bank, College Green, Merrion Square, Liffey Footbridges, Grafton Street, Temple Bar, O’Connell Street, Phoenix Park, Dublin Castle, and Trinity College, followed by leisure time. Overnight in Dublin.
Day 8: Tuesday, June 24 - Dublin | Performance
Experience a visit to St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral and celebrate Mass sung by the famed Palestrina Choir, including an opportunity to perform with Palestrina (pending confirmation). Enjoy this afternoon at your leisure to explore the city and shop. Gather for a group farewell dinner at Nancy Hands Pub with entertainment as we say farewell to our time in Ireland. Overnight in Dublin.
Day 9: Wednesday, June 25 - Depart Ireland
Transfer to the Dublin Airport for return flights to Detroit.
Itinerary is tentative and subject to change
PRICES STARTING AT
$3,240* - Price per person, double occupancy
*This price reflects a $300 per person Early Booking Discount for deposits received before 10/4/2024 and an $100 per person Check Discount for those paying the remaining balance by check after the initial deposit.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT + $1,500
TRAVEL PROTECTION:
Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) travel protection is highly recommended.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE AND CANCELLATION TERMS:
Deposit: $500 per person due upon registration
Second Deposit: $1,250 additional due 1/14/2025
Final Payment: Balance due on or before 3/19/2025
Please note late payments will incur a $50 late fee.
All cancellations must be received in writing. Payments are non-refundable and subject to CTS Terms and Conditions, including the CTS Liability Release. CTS reserves the right to cancel any reservation if payments are not made according to the payment schedule. A $25 fee will be added to any reinstated reservation.
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