● 5:35a Upon arrival at Shannon airport, go through customs and proceed to the arrivals hall where you will meet your local guide/coordinator. They will remain with your group until your departure on October 28th and will be available for whatever you need during the trip!

● 7:30a Head out with your guide by private coach to Dingle

● Stop by 'Ireland’s prettiest village' for a chance to get a tea or coffee and scone before heading to Killarney

● Stretch your legs and enjoy a scenic hike to Torc Waterfall in Killarney National Park

● After the hike, tour Muckross Creamery, a small, local dairy farm run by Catherine and John Fleming, known for award-winning artisan ice cream made from their own farm’s milk

● Savor homemade scones and brown bread in a traditional 1820s farmhouse, then learn how to make the brown bread from Catherine; of course, chat with her all the while, hearing her perspectives on Ireland and Irish life

● Work off the baked goods by taking a walk with breathtaking views of glorious beaches and lush shorelines on the Dingle Peninsula; talk with your guide while you walk and learn about the rich traditions and mysterious culture of the area, including its status as a Gaeltacht region where Irish is the daily language

● Afterwards, transfer to a traditional guesthouse and check-in; remainder of the afternoon free to rest and refresh

● Group welcome dinner at a local restaurant within easy walking distance of the guesthouse

● Overnight at Heaton's Dingle 

● Breakfast at guesthouse

● After breakfast, blow away the last of the jet lag with a hike on part of The Dingle Way – Slí Chorca Dhuibhne; explore a diverse and beautiful walking trail with panoramic vistas of sea, mountain, and islands, unique birds and plants, and ancient sites spanning 6000 years

● On the hike, enjoy fantastic views of the Ring of Kerry, Dingle Bay, and the Skellig Islands

● Lunch and dinner on own expense

● Overnight at Heaton's Dingle or similar

● Breakfast at guesthouse

● Spend the day at An Diseart, a community center focused on Celtic Spirituality, Culture, and local Heritage

● In the morning, join a gentle yoga session with a local instructor (all levels welcome -- beginners too!)

● After yoga, Followed by a walking meditation at the labyrinth in the Diseart Gardens

● Lunch on your own (there are plenty of nearby options -- we'll give you some suggestions!)

● After lunch, explore and enjoy the sensory and biodiversity garden and talk with one of the organization members about its role in the local community

●Dinner on your own (many options within walking distance of the guesthouse)

Overnight at Heaton's Dingle 

● Breakfast at guesthouse 

● After breakfast, depart by private coach for a full-day excursion to Slea Head, the most westerly part of Ireland

● Visit the Blasket Centre in Dunquin to learn about the traditional island life and literary legacy of the remote Blasket Islands

● Lunch on your own (as always, we'll provide nearby suggestions)

● Continue the Slea Head drive with visits to local craftspeople, including a pottery and a leather maker

● Head back to Dingle town

● Dinner on your own, nearby

● Overnight at Heaton's Dingle or similar

● Breakfast at guesthouse

● Enjoy a free morning to explore on your own -- visit the local bookshop, get a cup of tea and check out the art galleries, or we can help you arrange an individual wellness activity with local practitioners (at an additional cost)

● Lunch on your own

● After lunch, enjoy an afternoon session with traditional Irish musicians. These talented women will play and sing for you and share their love for Irish traditional music

● Group Farewell dinner at local restaurant 

● Overnight at Heaton's Dingle or similar

● 8a Breakfast at guesthouse, followed by check-out

● 9a Transfer to Shannon airport via private coach for your flight home (~3 hour drive)

● At the airport, part ways with your guide/coordinator

● Recommended flight: Aer Lingus EI 135 (cost not included)

● 2:45p Depart Shannon Airport (SNN)

● 5:50p Arrive Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

● Flight details TBD; airfare not included