Arrive in Dublin and transfer from the airport into the city. A living museum, traces of Dublin's past are on display at every turn. Experience the architecture and vibrancy of this fabled city during an afternoon excursion before embarking the ship in the late afternoon. Settle into life on board as we set sail for the Isle of Man. ... Read More
Wednesday - May 29, 2024
Day 2
Isle of Man, United Kingdom
We start our expedition on the Gem of the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man. The entire island is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, an acknowledgement of its special environment, culture, heritage, and economy. With a history rooted deep in Celtic tradition and pride, this small island offers us the chance to connect to its heritage, its stunning landscapes, and its people through a vibrant culinary scene and its residents' active coastal stewardship. ... Read More
Venture into the heart of Ulster today, one of the four traditional Irish provinces. Inhabited since the Bronze Age, Belfast was named the capital of Northern Ireland in 1921 after the island was partitioned. Visit the Ulster Museum and Botanical Gardens to delve into the history of Ireland, the Troubles, and the natural history of the Emerald Isle. Alternatively, visit the Titanic Belfast for an immersive experience on the site where the storied ocean liner was built and launched. ... Read More
Friday - May 31, 2024
Day 4
Rathlin Island, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Giant's Causeway, United Kingdom
Spend the morning hiking the wild shores of Rathlin Island, home to Northern Ireland's largest puffin colony, as well as thousands of seabirds including guillemots, razorbills, kittiwakes, and fulmars. Visit the Rathlin West Light, the "upside-down lighthouse" in use since 1917. Travel back to the shores of Northern Ireland this afternoon, where we make our way to the striking landscape of Giant's Causeway. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site, taking advantage of the hiking trails across the otherworldly basalt columns. On board the ship this evening, enjoy an Irish whiskey tasting and learn about the history behind one of the earliest distilled drinks in Europe, arising around the 12th century. ... Read More
Saturday - Jun 1, 2024
Day 5
Londonderry, Ireland
Today's exploration of Londonderry or Derry (depending upon one's unionist or nationalist sympathies) is rooted in understanding the history of this ancient city on the banks of the River Foyle. Established in the 1600s, its city walls are still standing, including seven gates. Learn about its troubled past or discover its rich collection of street art, which helps the city remember and move forward. ... Read More
Sunday - Jun 2, 2024
Day 6
Tory Island, Ireland
Tory Island, or "Rock of the King", is our first port of call in County Donegal, known for its Gaelic dialect and the seabird nesting colonies that dot its coastline. The corncrake, Ireland's only globally threatened bird species, was once widespread throughout the countryside, and has been brought back from the brink of extinction by a huge conservation effort by researchers, farmers, and landowners. With pagan roots dating back 4,500 years, Tory Island offers a look at a vibrant and challenging life off the beaten path. As we continue our exploration of the Donegal coast, choose between a vigorous hike to the headlands of Glencolmcille or the famous woolen mills of Killybegs and Donegal. ... Read More
Monday - Jun 3, 2024
Day 7
Captain's Choice, United States
Tuesday - Jun 4, 2024
Day 8
Captain's Choice, United States
Spend the day exploring the rich biodiversity of this sparsely populated county in the traditional province of Connacht, and experience the thriving cultural heritage of its people. This morning as we trace the shores of County Galway, we will be on the lookout for the resident population of Connemara bottlenose dolphins as we learn about the conservation efforts in place to protect them. Later, head ashore to soak up the rural, inviting atmosphere of a local pub or woolen mill in this province founded in the 800s, which today is home to the country's largest population of Irish speakers. ... Read More
Wednesday - Jun 5, 2024
Day 9
Blasket Islands, Ireland
Landing in County Kerry offers us the chance to explore a region of stunning landscapes, surrounded by "Cooperation, Help, and Friendship", as the county motto proclaims. Enjoy a cruise through the uninhabited Blasket Islands with our team of naturalists and the possibility of observing a wide array of birds including storm petrels, shearwaters, terns, gulls, and auks. On the mainland, soak in the beauty of the majestic mountain pass of Gap of Dunloe, explore the 19th-century estate of Muckross House, or step into one of the historical stone forts that dot the landscape. ... Read More
Thursday - Jun 6, 2024
Day 10
Cork (Cobh), Ireland
Arrive in the colorful port town of Cobh, one of the world's largest natural harbors, which is intimately tied to maritime history and the great Irish emigration. Visit the Cobh Heritage Centre and learn about the momentous events that took place here, including the 1912 departure of the Titanic, the rescue of passengers from the torpedoed Lusitania, and the emigration of millions of Irish who departed these shores in search of a better life. Enjoy an afternoon of Irish traditions, from music to sport, with locals. ... Read More
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