Overview
Take your choir, band, or orchestra on a musical journey through Dublin and Belfast, with opportunities to perform in both cities. Along the way, students can discover the Book of Kells, explore Belfast’s history at Titanic Belfast, experience the dramatic landscapes of Giant’s Causeway, and step inside the historic Grand Opera House before returning to Dublin.
Itinerary
Day 1
Overnight flight to Ireland (Dublin)
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.
Dublin city walk
Get a friendly introduction to Dublin with your Tour Director. Cross the Ha’Penny Bridge, stroll through the lively Temple Bar district, and stop at the Molly Malone statue. Along the way, see Georgian squares, castles, and cathedrals that showcase the character of Ireland’s capital.
Day 3
Dublin choir performance
Take the stage and perform for local audiences in a venue that captures the spirit of the city.
Trinity College and Book of Kells visit
Discover Trinity College, Ireland's oldest university, founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I. The beautiful campus features cobbled squares, gardens, a picturesque quadrangle, and historic buildings dating from the 17th to 20th centuries. Trinity is also home to the Book of Kells, an 8th-century manuscript of the four Gospels, displayed in the Old Library.
Day 4
Travel to Belfast
Titanic Belfast Museum visit
Rediscover the story of the legendary RMS Titanic at Titanic Belfast, built on the original site where the ship was constructed. Explore nine interactive galleries that recreate the shipyard, launch day, dockside experience, and the events surrounding the Titanic's tragic voyage.
Belfast guided sightseeing tour
A professional licensed guide will lead you through Belfast, the historic capital of Northern Ireland. Explore the city’s shipbuilding heritage and its connection to the RMS Titanic, built here before its fateful 1912 voyage. Visit the Titanic Quarter, where the striking Titanic Belfast museum, Harland & Wolff Drawing Offices, and the Titanic Slipways now stand. Continue through the city’s storied neighborhoods, including the Lower Falls and Shankill Road, where powerful murals reflect Belfast’s complex political and cultural history.
Day 5
Belfast choir performance
Take the stage and perform for local audiences in a venue that captures the spirit of the city.
Grand Opera House visit
Designed by renowned theatre architect Frank Matcham, the Grand Opera House has been a Belfast landmark since 1895. Admire one of the finest surviving examples of Oriental-inspired theatre architecture in the UK while discovering the venue's rich history and enduring role in the performing arts.
Day 6
Giant's Causeway excursion
For centuries countless visitors have marveled at the majesty and mystery of the Giants Causeway. At the heart of one of Europe's most magnificent coastlines its unique rock formations have, for millions of years, stood as a natural rampart against the unbridled ferocity of Atlantic storms. The rugged symmetry of the columns never fails to intrigue and inspire our visitors. The result of an ancient volcanic eruption, to stroll on the Giants Causeway is to voyage back in time.
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge visit
Day 7
Travel to Dublin
Causey Farm excursion (optional)
Be Irish for a day! Experience firsthand how Irish farmers tend to their land and animals. Learn all about traditional Ireland: speak their native language, dance a jig, bake your own bread, or play the bodhran, a traditional Irish drum made from goatskin.
Day 8
Depart for home
TourFlex: Your Experience, Your Way
Explore Your Way
- Add experiences like theater 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 and from your destination
Hotel accommodations
Adjudicated group performances and an optional solo/duo competition
Daily meals, with options varying by program. Ask your Account Manager for details
Admissions to top attractions (details in itinerary)
Guided sightseeing tours & city walks (details in itinerary)
Tips for local guides and drivers (excluding multi-day bus drivers)
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
High school credit for students in grades 6-12, or college credit for students in grades 9-12, upon completion of the travel program and required WorldStrides online coursework
Scenes from Dublin and Balfast
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
WorldStrides provides over $2.5 million in financial assistance each year to thousands of families. Families with annual adjusted gross incomes of less than $85,000 may qualify. One simple call to Customer Service and you’ll know how much may be available for your trip even before signing up. Please note: financial assistance is given on a first-come, first-served basis.
Payment Plans
Advantage Payment Plan
At program sign-up you can opt to pay in full, or break up the cost of your trip with the Advantage Payment Plan. This plan allows you to pay a small initial deposit, then have your remaining payments spread out into affordable monthly amounts.
EZPay
We offer an EZPay option, which is a simple way to pay for your WorldStrides program by scheduling hassle-free, automatic drafts from your checking account. With EZPay, you'll never be late or miss an installment.
Fundraising Tools
Our easy-to-use tools put students in the driver's seat of their own fundraising efforts. Students can send e-cards, share links on social media, and even send out printed letters through WorldStrides' Gift of Education program. In one click friends and family members can make a direct donation to the trip - with 100% of the money raised going to offset their trip price. Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education.
Also, WorldStrides makes program-specific scholarships available as well as other scholarship resources. Ask your Account Manager for more information about scholarships and fundraising tools.