Welcome to the land of rolling green hills, medieval castles, kind people, heart-warming whiskey, and loud drinking songs. Most of all, welcome to the land of St. Patrick, the iconic man who exemplifies this joyous spirit. Have a pint, do a jig, stand on a table and go nuts in the home of Dublin's largest festival. 

Includes:

• 3 Nights with your friends at top rated accommodation
• Breakfast each morning
• Bus2alps Trip Leaders and recommendations
• Exclusive Bus2alps discounts
• Transportation and entry to the Cliffs of Moher 

*Please note that the trip meets on Wednesday after 16:00 at the accommodation. Full accommodation details will be emailed to all participants closer to the departure date. 

Route

A Fly From AnywhereB Ireland

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Wednesday

The trip meets in Dublin at the accommodation anytime after 16:00, after which you will be able to check into your rooms. Your Bus2alps trip leader will meet you in the hostel lobby between 4:00PM and 10:00PM for check in and give you important information regarding the weekend. The group will then head out later that night for a drink at one of Dublin’s oldest pubs in the lively Temple Bar area.

Day 2 - Thursday

After breakfast on Thursday morning you'll have the day to explore the city and visit Dublin’s Castle, Medieval Walls, Viking remains, famous churches, Ha’Penny Bridge and other highlights. Make sure not to miss the St. Patrick's Parade! St. Paddy's weekend brings all of the Irish together in one massive day of rejoicing for their love of life and most importantly, Guinness. Your trip leader will head down early to the St. Patrick’s Day parade with those who want to check it out.Thursday night is the time to enjoy a few pints with the Irish locals. You are free to soak up Dublin’s world renowned nightlife at various bars, clubs and restaurants recommended by your trip leader. You can also ask your trip leader about an optional Dublin Pub Crawl through New Europe. 

Day 3 - Friday

On Friday we take a day trip across the country to the Cliffs of Moher and Galway. Take in Ireland’s breathtaking landscape as we cross the iconic rolling green hills to the west coast. Situated in the County Clare on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, the Cliffs of Moher are not to be missed (entry to cliffs included). We return to Dublin on Friday night where you will have one last night to sing and dance at a traditional Irish pub or check out the vibrant clubs.

Day 4 - Saturday

Saturday we are scheduled to depart Dublin. Check out of the hostel is at 10:00am and there is luggage storage available.