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Ireland & England

9 days in Killarney, Dublin, and London

Optional 2 day extension

Medieval castle above a harbour in Wales on England, Ireland and Wales student tours.
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OVERVIEW

Journey from castle strongholds and coastal roads to capital cities and Shakespearean streets

From the sweeping scenery of the Ring of Kerry to the storybook streets of Stratford-upon-Avon, this tour invites students to experience Ireland and England through the places that define their unique identities. In Ireland, they explore Blarney Castle, trace the country’s story in Dublin, and connect with rural traditions through museum visits and a sheepdog demonstration. Then, after crossing the Irish Sea, students continue through Conwy and Chester before stepping into Shakespeare’s world in Stratford-upon-Avon. In London, iconic landmarks bring Britain’s political, cultural, and historical legacy into focus, helping students see how place, tradition, and storytelling continue to shape national life.

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What you’ll do

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Day 1: Fly to Ireland

Board your international flight to Shannon

Day 2: Shannon • Killarney region

Meet your Tour Director at the destination airport

Travel to Killarney region

Day 3: Killarney region

See a sheepdog demonstration (Available mid-April–October)

Take a tour of the Ring of Kerry

Visit the Kerry Bog Village Museum

Day 4: Killarney region • Blarney • Dublin

Travel to Cork

Visit Blarney Castle

Travel to Dublin

Day 5: Dublin

Take a guided tour of Dublin. With your expert local guide you will see:

  • Georgian squares

  • O'Connell Street

  • St. Stephen's Green

  • Phoenix Park

Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral

Visit EPIC, the interactive museum of Irish Emigration

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Irish music and dance workshop

Irish music and dance workshop

Nothing captures the spirit of Ireland quite like its music and dance. Join a lively, interactive workshop where you'll learn an easy-to-follow group dance, experience the rhythms of the Bodhran drum, and try footwork inspired by Riverdance. Throughout, you'll get a unique look at Irish culture.

Day 6: Dublin • Holyhead • Birmingham region

Take a ferry from Dublin to Holyhead

Visit Conwy Castle

Travel to the Birmingham region

Day 7: Birmingham region • Stratford-upon-Avon • London

Travel to Stratford-upon-Avon

Take a tour of Stratford-upon-Avon

Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace

Visit Anne Hathaway's cottage

Travel to London

Day 8: London

Take a guided tour of London. With your expert local guide you will see:

  • Big Ben and Houses of Parliament

  • Piccadilly Circus

  • St. Paul's Cathedral

  • Westminster Abbey

  • Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)

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Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge

Explore one of London's most iconic landmarks from the inside. Take an unforgettable journey through Tower Bridge, built in the late 19th century and a defining symbol of the city. As you walk across the high-level walkways, you'll find incredible panoramic views and experience the thrill of looking down through the spectacular glass floors. Visit the magnificent Victorian Engine Rooms, true hidden gems where you'll hear stories of the unsung heroes who operated the bridge. 

Day 9: Depart for home

Board your flight home from London

What makes this tour special?

Travel the Ring of Kerry and discover a landscape of dramatic cliffs, green hills, and unforgettable coastal beauty

Travel the Ring of Kerry and discover a landscape of dramatic cliffs, green hills, and unforgettable coastal beauty

Experience Blarney Castle through the history and folklore that make it one of Ireland’s best-known landmarks

Experience Blarney Castle through the history and folklore that make it one of Ireland’s best-known landmarks

Trace Shakespeare’s footsteps through Stratford-upon-Avon and uncover the places that influenced his life, literary voice, and legacy

Trace Shakespeare’s footsteps through Stratford-upon-Avon and uncover the places that influenced his life, literary voice, and legacy

All of our tours are powered by our proven EF Method

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Your experience includes

Airfare & transportation
Hotels
Regional-style meals
Guided sightseeing
Entrances
Full-time Tour Director
Expert Local Guides
Personalized Learning Support
Continuous Support
Worldwide Presence

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Frequently asked questions

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We’ll connect you with your personal Tour Consultant—someone who works with other teachers in your area and specializes in planning EF tours. They’ll walk you through this itinerary (along with other tours in our portfolio that match your curriculum or catch your eye), explain student pricing, and show you just how easy it is to partner with EF.

Once you decide to lead a tour, your Tour Consultant will help you get school administrators on board, students excited, and families ready to enroll. You’ll host an informational meeting to kick off the enrollment period, and we’ll provide everything you need—from a digital presentation to printed handouts, parent resources, and more.

You’ll have a dedicated Tour Director who will guide your group from the moment you land in your first destination until your final goodbye. They:

  • Take all the same transportation and stay in the same hotels as your group

  • Speak the local language (but lead the tour in English!)

  • Support you 24/7 as your right hand

  • Offer deep cultural context to help students feel connected to their destination

  • Handle all the logistics, so you don’t have to

  • Are the secret ingredient that makes your tour truly shine

Yes! You earn a free spot on tour as soon as six paying travelers enroll. For every additional six paying travelers, you earn another free spot for an adult chaperone of your choosing. For example, if 30 students sign up, that’s four free chaperone spots in addition to yours.

All travelers on international EF tours must have a valid passport. When it comes to documentation, every traveler and destination is different, so once your group starts enrolling, we’ll help direct you and your families to relevant resources.
 
Passports should have at least three blank pages and be valid for at least six months after your return date.

EF has set the standard for travel-based learning for over 60 years. Not only do our educational tours amplify the lessons you’re already exploring in your classroom, but they also help build more empathy, open-mindedness, confidence, and cross-cultural understanding.
 
Our educational philosophy, the EF Method, is built into every itinerary, so your students are immersed in a continuous journey of engaging, hands-on learning in real-world situations from the moment they step off the plane.

Yes! Plan to explore each destination primarily on foot, so be sure to pack your comfiest sneakers. You’ll have time to rest on the bus while traveling between cities and activities. If any travelers need accommodations, just let your EF Travel Team know in advance.

Every hotel your group stays in is required to meet EF’s rigorous standards for quality, safety, and cleanliness. (We have an entire team dedicated to ensuring that!) However, it’s important to remember that international hotels designed for student travel may feel a little different from what students are familiar with. For example, some hotels may not have an elevator. Rooms will have multiple single beds or shared double beds, and every room will have a private bathroom.

You’ll receive more detailed meal information closer to your tour, but here’s an overview of what to expect:

  • Daily breakfast is served continental-style at your hotel.

  • Most tours include daily group dinners, which take place at local restaurants (or your hotel) and feature a mix of familiar favorites and local dishes from a set menu.

  • Lunches are usually not included, but this varies by itinerary. If lunch isn’t included, this is the perfect opportunity for students to explore local markets and discover their new favorite food.

Travelers will share allergy or dietary information with EF after signing up, and we’ll help make the necessary accommodations.

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