Overview
Bring your ensemble to perform in one of the most famous events in the world: the Saint Patrick's Day Parade in Dublin. Your musicians may also have the chance to compete at the Limerick International Band competition.
Itinerary
Day 1
Overnight flight to Ireland (Dublin)
Please note: Tour departs North America on March 12 or 13 for both the 2026 and 2027 travel seasons.
Day 2
Arrive in Dublin
Meet your Tour Director
Your 24-hour Tour Director will meet you at the airport and remain with your group until your final airport departure.
Travel to Limerick
Day 3
Bunratty Castle visit
Discover Bunratty Castle, a towering 15th century fortress restored to resemble life in the 1500s. Your tour includes the Great Hall, Main Guard, and South Solar. You’ll then visit the adjoining Folk Park, an authentic recreation of daily life in Ireland in the late 19th century.
Christ Church Cathedral
Bunratty Castle medieval banquet
Traditional Irish dinner and show
Day 4
Cliffs of Moher visit
Venture to the edge of Ireland at the Cliffs of Moher, where sheer rock faces rise 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Layers of sandstone and shale colour the cliffs, while O’Brien’s Tower stands proudly at the summit, offering sweeping views. With waves crashing below and Ireland’s brilliant green landscape spilling toward the sea, this is one of the country’s most breathtaking natural wonders.
Lunch
Celbridge marching band performance
Perform in Celbridge’s beloved St. Patrick’s Day Parade, a vibrant, community-centreed celebration just outside Dublin where enthusiastic families line the streets and visiting bands help extend the national festivities in a warm, welcoming small-town setting.
Day 5
Dublin marching band performance
Your performance will be today. Marching Bands travelling in March can be considered for the famous, annual St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Travel to Limerick via Kilkenny
Kilkenny Castle visit
Kilkenny marching band performance
Day 6
International Band Competition
Dublin guided sightseeing tour
Join a licensed guide to explore Dublin’s finest sights. Walk through Phoenix Park, Europe’s largest walled city park, home to red deer and the Phoenix Column. Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, where Ireland’s patron saint once baptized converts, and see O’Connell Street and Parnell Square. At Trinity College, Ireland’s oldest university, enter the Old Library’s Long Room to view the Book of Kells, an illuminated 9th-century manuscript of the four Gospels, famed for its intricate Celtic designs.
Lunch
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum visit
Explore EPIC, the Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin’s Docklands, the original departure point for countless Irish emigrants. This interactive museum guides you through their reasons for leaving, the impact they made worldwide, and the enduring connections among Irish communities across the globe.
Band Jamboree
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park visit
Discover a formidable 15th-century fortress restored to reflect life in the 1500s. Tour the Great Hall, Main Guard, and South Solar before exploring the adjoining Folk Park, an immersive recreation of daily life in late 19th-century Ireland.
Day 7
Travel to Dublin via Cliffs of Moher
Caherconnell Stone Fort visit and Sheepdog demonstrations
Day 8
Return home
TourFlex: Your Experience, Your Way
With TourFlex, available for tours departing October 2027 or later, you get the flexibility to shape an itinerary that's as unique as your group. Dial your trip up or down for more choice, more control, and more unforgettable hands-on moments, all while getting the right experience at the right value. Available options vary by program and destination.
Explore Your Way
- Add experiences like theatre tickets or unique excursions
- Swap activities for ones that better serve your group
- Extend the learning through go-aheads or stay-behinds
Go Your Way
- Choose the most accessible departure airport for your group
- Opt for 2-, 3-, or 4-star hotels that are centrally located or a convenient ride to major itinerary attractions
Dine Your Way
- Opt for pre-selected meals or encourage exploration by dining on your own
- Enjoy 2-3 course, culturally representative meals or opt for 3-course, authentic dinners at local restaurants
Already Included
WorldStrides Tour Director: A dynamic destination expert who makes learning come to life by leading your group's activities and discussions.
Transportation to & from your destination
Hotel accommodations
Daily meals, with options varying by program (ask your Program Consultant for details)
Admissions to top attractions (details in itinerary)
Guided sightseeing tours & city walks (details in itinerary)
Tips for local guides and drivers (excluding full-day bus drivers and Tour Director)
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
Scenes from Dublin and Limerick
Health & Safety
Additional health and safety measures may be available within your respective destination. Refer to your program-specific materials for complete details.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
Through the WorldStrides Canada Financial Assistance Program (FAP), we provide travel grants to elementary and secondary school facing financial hardship. These grants, which can be up to $250 for coach tours and up to $1,000 for flight tours, are designed to make our programs more accessible to students from all backgrounds. Interested families are encouraged to speak with their school to learn more about our confidential application process.
Payment Plans
Monthly Automated Plan
Enroll with a deposit of $99 plus the cost of your travel protection plan (if included). We’ll automatically debit the rest of your tour fee from your chequing account in equal monthly payments, with the final payment due 35 days before you travel.
Please note: If two consecutive payments are declined, your account will be moved to the 4-Step Manual Plan.
4-Step Manual Plan
Manage your payments manually with a $249 initial payment plus your travel protection plan costs (if included). You’ll then make three more payments at key milestones as your departure date approaches. The final balance is due 65 days before your trip.
Please note: Payments on this plan are not automatically deducted and must be made manually.
Fundraising Tools
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