June 2 - 10, 2026
Ireland
Songs of the Spirit: A Choral Music Festival in Ireland with Steve Petrunak
Join Steve Petrunak in Ireland for an incredible Choral Music Festival: Songs of the Spirit. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be welcomed and immersed in the rich heritage of the Emerald Isle for the perfect blend of faith, culture and history. Journey through Ireland’s most treasured sacred spaces as you explore beautiful churches and shrines and take part in three remarkable performance opportunities—Knock Shrine, the stunning neo-Gothic St. Mary’s Cathedral, and the iconic St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Each day is filled with joyful connections, including a step back in time at Muckross Traditional Farms with an unforgettable evening of Irish music, dance, and authentic cultural experiences in a charming, rustic setting. Take in the beauty along the breathtaking Slea Head Drive and experience the warmth of Irish hospitality. Visiting Galway, Killarney, Kerry and Dublin, your journey continues with visits to the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, Blarney Castle, a special visit to Windmill Lane Studios and much more. Conclude your performance tour with a festive farewell celebration featuring traditional Irish entertainment and dancing at Nancy Hands Pub, creating memories that will last long after you return home. A choral experience you won’t want to miss.
Trip Code: 87737 | Group Code: 246
TOUR INCLUSIONS
• Seven nights’ accommodation at four- and five-star hotels
• Two nights in Galway in five-star hotels
• Two nights in Killarney in four-star hotels
• Three nights in Dublin in four-star hotels
• Meals
• Full Irish breakfast daily at the hotel
• Three dinners
• Welcome dinner at the hotel
• Muckross Traditional Farms Dinner
• Farewell Dinner at Nancy Hands
• Singing Opportunities
• Rehearsal (one)
• Mass Performance at Knock Shrine
• Performance at St. Mary’s Church of Ireland
• Lunchtime performance in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin
• Experiences
• Knock Museum
• Cliffs of Moher
• Jaunting Car Ride
• Blarney Castle
• St. Patrick’s Cathedral
• Windmill Lane
• Book of Kells
• Local tour manager while in Ireland
• Luxury motorcoach in Ireland for specified sightseeing
• Luxury motorcoach for airport transfers in Ireland at designated group arrival and departure times
• Hotel & city taxes and porterage for 1 piece of luggage
• Gratuities payable to the tour manager, guides, and motorcoach drivers
ITINERARY
Day 1: June 2, 2026 - Depart USA
Depart USA on overnight flights to Ireland’s capital city, Dublin.
Day 2: June 3, 2026 - Arrive Dublin | Galway
Arrive at Dublin Airport, where you will be met with a Cead Mile Failte (a hundred thousand welcomes) by your Tour Manager. Head to Athlone with a chance to explore and have lunch before continuing to Galway, and enjoy its rich history, quaint narrow streets, and lively pubs with great traditional music. Welcome Dinner and overnight in Galway.
Day 3: June 4, 2026 - Knock Shrine | Galway
Travel to Ireland’s most famous pilgrimage site at Knock Shrine. Here learn about the 1879 apparition of Our Lady, after which you will a celebrate sung Mass at Knock Shrine. (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: June 5, 2026 - Cliff of Moher | Killarney
Depart Galway and travel south as we make our way to Galway Bay and follow the bay through the rugged lunar-like limestone region of the Burren to the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher. We then take a short ferry ride for a late afternoon arrival into Killarney. Tonight we visit Muckross Farms to enjoy dinner and entertainment for our group on a traditional Irish evening and overnight in Killarney.
Day 5: June 6, 2026 - Ring of Kerry | Killarney
This morning take a Horse and Buggy Ride through the National Park to Ross Castle. Afterward, enjoy a drive on the spectacular Ring of Kerry. Performance in the neo-Gothic St. Mary’s Cathedral. Overnight in Killarney.
Day 6: June 7, 2026 - Blarney Castle | Dublin
Travel to Blarney Castle and kiss the Blarney Stone, and to shop in the extensive Blarney Woolen Mills, which houses gifts and crafts from throughout Ireland. After lunch on your own, continue on to Dublin, Ireland’s capital city. Overnight in Dublin.
Day 7: June 8, 2026 - Dublin
This morning take a city tour of Dublin, beginning with a morning visit to St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Performance at St. Patrick’s Cathedral (pending confirmation). Later, visit Phoenix Park and see the residence of the President of Ireland. Then visit Trinity College to see the magnificent Book of Kells. Overnight in Dublin.
Day 8: June 9, 2026 - Dublin
This morning we will tour Windmill Lane Studio which has had the privilege of working with some of the world’s most visionary artists, including U2, David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, Kylie Minogue, Ed Sheeran, and many more. While there, record a classic in a recording session! Tonight, visit Nancy Hands Pub for dinner and entertainment, and try your hand at some Irish Dancing. Overnight in Dublin.
Day 9: June 10, 2026 - Return to USA
Bid goodbye to the Emerald Isle and newfound friends before the return flight from Dublin Airport.
PRICES STARTING AT
$4,119* - Price per person, double occupancy
*This price reflects a $400 per person Early Booking Discount for deposits received before 12/31/2025 and a $125 per person Check Discount for those paying the remaining balance by check after the initial deposit.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT + $1,800
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Deposit: $500 per person due 12/31/25
Second Payment: $1,250 per person due on or before 2/6/2026
Final Payment: Balance due 4/4/2026
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