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St Patrick's Day

On March 17th Irish culture and tradition abound as Dublin becomes a sea of green and the Paddies welcome all who come to celebrate with them. You’ll be dazzled by the myriad of wild and wonderful costumes in the parade and the St Patrick’s Day festival also includes a treasure hunt, comedy, dancing, fireworks, concerts and much celebration. The Irish really do know how to celebrate in style, so come and join in the craic! 

 

Choose from our two fantastic packages give you the choice of going by coach or making your own way there. 

 

  

 

ACCOMMODATION ONLY PACKAGE - 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

 

 

Friday 16th March 2012
Please make your own way to our city centre hostel in Dublin for check-in any time after 2pm. At check-in you will receive an information pack which includes all the festival details you will need. The First Festival Travel tour group is scheduled to arrive about 8pm, and you are most welcome to join our huge welcome party organised in a local bar to start the tour as we mean to continue! 

 

 

Saturday 17th March 2012

St Patrick's Day! Enjoy the colour and spectacle of the day as the St Patrick's parade snakes its way through the streets of Dublin, or just sit in one of the friendly pubs and get into the Guinness with a bunch of locals! This is the biggest day of the tour and you are free to enjoy it as you wish. We'll provide maps and information on the festival program and concerts so you can take in whatever appeals to your tastes.

 

Sunday 18th March 2012

Today we have a group session at the famous Guinness Brewery f where included in your tour price is the admission, the self-guided tour of the brewery and some complimentary Guinness! Of course if you prefer, you are free to do your own thing throughout the day. You may like to take in a local tour of Dublin, or pass the time with a spot of shopping down Grafton Street. This evening we will head out to the Temple Bar area to sample more of the famous Dublin nightlife and hospitality. 
 

 

Monday 19th March 2012
All good things come to an end and today the St Patrick's Day experience is all over. Check out of the hostel is any time up until 10am. The hostel has a baggage storage room you can use if you are not leaving Dublin until later in the day. See you at the reunion!



WANT TO UPGRADE YOUR ACCOMMODATION?

Upgrades to private twins with ensuite can be requested for an extra charge - there is limited availability so please contact us for more details

 

 

ESSENTIAL INFO

Two weeks before departure, a pre departure letter filled with tips, tricks and info will be emailed to you.

 

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USD $399 N/A
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Highlights
  • St Patrick's Day official festivities - street parades, concerts, dances, and a general mass celebration
  • Guinness brewery visit and free Guinness!
Inclusions
  • Group welcome party and St Patrick's Day party
  • 3 nights quality accommodation in city centre hostel [4-6 bedded rooms]
  • St Patrick's Day parade and celebrations
  • 3 continental breakfasts
  • Guinness brewery tour including free Guinness
  • Services of Tour Representatives
Exclusions
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Departure Dates
2012
16 March
 
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