Cultural, Heritage and Spiritual Ireland A Pilgrimage to Ireland

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1 Cultural, Heritage and Spiritual Ireland A Pilgrimage to Ireland Led by The Rev. Mollie M. Roberts St. Simon Peter Episcopal Church Pell City, AL April 22 May 3, 2019 This pilgrimage involves a moderate amount of physical activity including walking for a mile or more, climbing stairs, and hiking over rocky and uneven ground. DAY 1, Monday, April 22, 2019 Depart the Atlanta, GA Airport for our American Airlines flight into Philadelphia, PA where we transfer to our American Airlines flight into Dublin, Ireland. M DAY 2, Tues. Welcome to Ireland. We meet our driver and guide and travel to Newgrange for a visit to one of the Stone Age passage graves. We see the Hill of Slane where St. Patrick lit a Paschal fire as a challenge to the pagan High King of Tara and visit Monasterboice to see Muiredach s High Cross, the finest high cross in all of Ireland. Later we visit Mellifont Abbey, founded in 1142 and the first Cistercian Abbey in Ireland. We continue into Northern Ireland to Armagh, the City of St. Patrick and the spiritual capital of Ireland. We visit St. Patrick s Church of Ireland Cathedral. Dinner and overnight Armagh. D DAY 3, Wed. We travel along the beautiful Northern Ireland coast to the Giant s Causeway, one of the great natural wonders of Ireland and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 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. We continue on to Derry, also known as Londonderry, a city on the River Foyle, the only completely walled city in Ireland and one of the finest in Europe. There is much history to absorb here, from the Siege of Derry to the Battle of the Bogside and Bloody Sunday. We meet Paul Doherty the son of Paddy Doherty, one of the innocent victims of the troubles in Northern Ireland, he offers first-hand knowledge and insight into the story from a unique direct perspective. We walk around the 400 year old Derry Walls learning about the town s history throughout the plantation of Ulster, the siege of Derry, emigration, etc. We will also learn about the political and social repercussions of Bloody Sunday, the day of the march and the wounding and killing of innocent civilians. Dinner and overnight Derry. BD

2 DAY 4, Thurs. After breakfast we continue to Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland and the birthplace of the RMS Titanic, which was struck by an iceberg and sunk in We visit the Titanic Centre before continuing to Downpatrick, the county town of Down with a rich history and strong connection to Saint Patrick. We visit Saul Church, built in 1932 to commemorate Saint Patrick's first church in Ireland, Down Cathedral. The cathedral was built close to where it is believed that the mortal remains of Patrick lie buried and St. Patrick s Grave. We return to Dublin for dinner and overnight. BD DAY 5, Fri. Today we spend a day in Ireland s capital, Dublin, where we visit Trinity College to see the magnificent Old Library and the 1200 year old Book of Kells, the beautifully illuminated version of the Gospels, designed by monks in the 9th century. We continue to the National Museum, housing a rich collection of Irish antiquities from the prehistoric times to the end of the medieval period. This afternoon we will be free to explore on our own before joining back together at St. Patrick s Cathedral for Evensong. Dinner and overnight Dublin. BD DAY 6, Sat. After breakfast we travel to Glendalough a remarkable place that will still your mind, inspire your heart and fill your soul. We visit the Heritage Centre and Museum where we see a video entitled Ireland of the Monasteries. We meet Fr. Pat Murphy, a member of St. Patrick s Missionary Society, Kiltegan, who has spent 25 years ministering in Nigeria. He brings vast experience from his work in pastoral care, prison ministry, student formation and leadership in Africa. He has specialized training in Spiritual direction and guidance. He will lead us on a walk to St. Kevin s Monastic City where we visit St. Kevin s Church, Kevin s Cross, the Cathedral, the Round Tower and St. Mary s Church. We celebrate Holy Eucharist at Glendalough before continuing to Kildare for dinner and overnight. BD

3 DAY 7, Sun. We visit the Brigidine Sisters, founded in 1807 by Daniel Delany, Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin. The sisters live in Solas Bhríde, a small Christian centre which has as its focus St. Brigid and Celtic Spirituality. We participate in a pilgrimage developed by the sisters, Walking in the footsteps of Brigid. The pilgrimage leads us to historical sites associated with Brigid including a visit to St. Brigid s Cathedral which commemorates the saint who founded a religious community here in 490. Here, monks and nuns lived under the same roof and a perpetual fire, a pagan ritual, was kept burning here until the 16 th century. This evening we will enjoy a dinner cruise on board the Corrib Princess departing from the pier at Woodquay in Galway city centre. We enjoy a four course dinner, an Irish coffee making demonstration, Irish songs and dancing. Dinner and overnight Galway. BD DAY 8, Mon. After breakfast we travel to the ferry port Rossaveal where we take a ferry to the Aran Islands. On arrival we will be met by our guide Padraigín Clancy, a scholarly expert on St. Brigid and a graduate student of Irish Folklore and History. Padraigin has a keen interest in Celtic Christian Spirituality and has lectured extensively and facilitated retreats and seminars throughout Ireland, Britain, Australia, and the United States. Drawn to the Aran Islands because of its unique landscape and Gaelic heritage she has made it her home since We visit Dun Aengus, the Iron Age fort built as four concentric stone walls. The fort has been called the most magnificent barbaric monument in Europe. We visit Na Seacht dteampaill, the Seven Churches which make up a monastic settlement dedicated to St. Brecan. We continue on to Cill Éinne, one of the earliest monasteries in Ireland, established on Inis Mór in the village of Cill Éinne in the 5 th century by St. Enda. We visit the remains of the early 8 th century church known as Tealach Éinne. The remains of a decorated 11 th century high cross is among the ruins of the church. Dinner and overnight Inis Mór. D Please pack your carryon bag with all items you will need while on Inis Mór. Your driver will maintain safe control of your larger luggage on the mainland. You will be required to carry your own belongings while arriving and departing Inis Mór. DAY 9, Tues. This morning we say goodbye to the Aran Islands and travel to St. Brigid s Well, one of the most visited Holy Wells in Ireland which pilgrims have visited for centuries for its healing powers. We continue to the Cliffs of Moher. The Cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and range for 8 kilometers over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare. O'Brien's Tower stands proudly on a headland of the majestic Cliffs. From there we travel to Tralee for dinner and overnight. BD DAY 10, Wed. In the footsteps of St. James and St. Brendan, we explore the Dingle Peninsula with its beautiful seascapes and visit the Gallarus Oratory, Ireland s best preserved pilgrims church dating from about the 8 th century. We celebrate Eucharist in

4 the ruins of Kilmalkedar Church. This early Christian and medieval site is spread over a large area of around 10 acres. The history of this site is associated with St. Brendan but the site is said to have been founded by St. Maolcethair. At the center of this area is a 12 th century Romanesque Church which consists of a nave and chancel. Amongst the other features here are the Alphabet Stone, a holed Ogham Stone, Sun Dial and more. Dinner and overnight Tralee. BD DAY 11, Thurs. Today we visit Glenstal Abbey, home to a community of over thirty monks who strive to live according to the Rule of St Benedict and the precepts of the gospel. A place of great natural beauty, of prayer and of work, Glenstal offers visitors an invitation to open their lives and their hearts to the promptings of the Holy Spirit. The Abbey is home to a boarding school for boys, a farm, a guesthouse and a monastic community. The presence of a praying community gives Glenstal its unique character. Dinner and overnight Dublin. BD DAY 12, Friday, May 3, 2019 After breakfast we transfer to the Dublin Airport where we board our American Airlines flight to Philadelphia, PA where we transfer to our American Airlines flight back to the Atlanta, GA Airport. BM B Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner M Meal on Aircraft *Itinerary is subject to change due to local conditions or at the discretion of the leaders. Roberts Ireland KB19017 Price based on double occupancy (per pilgrim): pilgrims $3,869.00* pilgrims $3,599.00* Single Supplement $429.00* * Pricing includes airline taxes and fuel surcharges currently at $ per pilgrim and are subject to change until the tickets are issued. The price is not guaranteed and may change due to the fluctuation of the Euro and the US dollar. We make every effort to avoid any increase and will only do so if the value of the dollar falls against the Euro. Your pricing was based on the exchange rate of $1.15 to the Euro. Optional activities and sites visited on free time are not included in the cost of the pilgrimage and are to be paid for at the time of your visit. A deposit of $ per person due with the Reservation Form and copy of passport by November 1, Final payment due January 18, Cancel Schedule: Until January 17, 2019 January 18, 2019 or later $ plus any unrecoverable fees No Refund

5 General Information Terms and Conditions AIR TRANSPORTATION: Round trip economy airline reservations on regularly scheduled airlines. Airline taxes are NOT included and will be determined 60 to 90 days prior to ticketing. You will be invoiced for these taxes. HOTELS: Rooms with private bath/shower based on double occupancy (two persons sharing). Hotel rating - Deluxe, First Class, Superior Tourist or Tourist are used unless others specified by leader (hotel category is chosen by the group leader). Guest Houses, Retreat Centers & Bed and Breakfasts may have communal rooming arrangements and facilities. Single room accommodation is subject to a surcharge. Hotels are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. SIGHTSEEING: As indicated in the itinerary, with fully licensed English speaking guides unless otherwise determined by the leader; entrance fees as indicated are included. DEPOSITS AND PAYMENT: Deposits are required at time of registration and balance is due 90 days prior to departure or as listed on the brochure. CANCELLATIONS: Must be made in writing. Cancellation penalties are determined by the penalties imposed upon Worldwide by the airline carrier, the ground operator, coach company and hotels. Cancellation penalties will be listed on your invoice and/or on your itinerary or application. Cancellations will be a specific amount plus any unrecoverable charges imposed by our suppliers. Within 45 days of departure, NO REFUNDS unless a date prior to 45 days before departure is listed on your invoice, application and/or itinerary. INSURANCE: Worldwide Journeys acts only as an agent for suppliers and is not responsible for any theft, damage, loss of luggage or illness. The forms for all types of insurance coverage are offered to all registrants prior to departure. UNUSED TOUR ARRANGEMENTS: are refundable only when agreed to by hotel, coach company or other providers. BAGGAGE: Since all major airlines are constantly changing their rules regarding checked and hand luggage, we at WWPM suggest that you check with each carrier personally to be sure you are getting the most up to date information. Some airlines even have different rules based on your departure point. Excess baggage charges are very expensive so be sure to weigh and measure your luggage to avoid a big surprise at the check in counter. NOT INCLUDED: Passport, visa fees, excess baggage charges, baggage or personal insurance, inoculations, laundry, telephone charges, mineral water, food and beverage other than those provided on regular menus as provided by WWJ. RESPONSIBILITY: Worldwide Journeys of Jacksonville, Florida, acts only as agents for passengers and for companies, owners or contractors providing transportation and accommodations or other services of the Tour. Worldwide Journeys, travel agent, shall not be liable for any loss or damage to baggage or property; or for injury, illness or death or for any damages or claims whatsoever arising from loss, negligence or delay from the act, error, or negligence of anyone not a direct employee under its exclusive control. Transportation companies, airlines, etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board airplane transportation or conveyances. Passenger contracts in use by the airlines or transportation companies when used constitute the sole contract between the airline, the transportation company, and passenger or purchaser of the tour, and the operator assumes no responsibility for this connection. DEVIATIONS: Deviations by individuals to the set itinerary will be provided if possible at a charge of $100 per person plus any charges imposed by airlines, hotels, or other vendors. PASSPORT: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your return date Roosevelt Blvd. #328, Jacksonville, FL info@worldwidejourneys.com Visit our website

6 RESERVATION/DEPOSIT FORM Cultural, Heritage and Spiritual Ireland A Pilgrimage to Ireland April 22 May 3, 2019 Reference Number #KB19017 Roberts Ireland Air from Atlanta, GA Please send a copy of your passport with your application. Name: Mr. Mrs. Ms. Rev. Dr.: (As appears on your passport) Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Home ( ) Cell ( ) (parent if under 18) Date of Birth: (parent if under 18) Special Dietary Needs: Roommate Request: Global Entry/TSA #: Frequent Flyer #: (American Airlines) Airline Seating Request: Aisle Window With Whom Worldwide will do our best to get your requested seat assignment; however, they are under the airline s control and are assigned by the airline. Please check the box or boxes that pertain to your requests. Pricing per pilgrim based on a minimum of 17 pilgrims in double occupancy. Double occupancy: pilgrims $3,869.00* pilgrims $3,599.00* Single Supplement: $ (limited space) Roommate needed. If a roommate cannot be found, I understand that I will be charged for the single supplement. * Pricing includes airline taxes and fuel surcharges currently at $ per pilgrim and are subject to change until the tickets are issued. The price is not guaranteed and may change due to the fluctuation of the Euro and the US dollar. We make every effort to avoid any increase and will only do so if the value of the dollar falls against the Euro. Your pricing was based on the exchange rate of $1.15 to the Euro. Optional activities and sites visited on free time are not included in the cost of the pilgrimage and are to be paid for at the time of your visit. A deposit of $ per person due with the Reservation Form and copy of passport by November 1, Final Payment due by January 18, Please continue form on reverse side

7 Cancel Schedule: Until January 17, 2019 January 18, 2019 or later $ plus any unrecoverable fees No Refund 1. Payment by check or money order only. Terms and Conditions: 2. NAME MUST MATCH PASSPORT. If name is incorrect and tickets reissued there is a $50 fee plus change fees from airline. 3. $100 deviation fee plus any additional airfare, hotel, tour, or admission charges. Travel Insurance is additional. Travel Insurance coverage varies from state to state. Please use the link below to find the coverage for your state. Single supplements, seat upgrades, trip add-ons, deviation fees, etc. may change the cost of the insurance. I accept travel insurance for $248 per person. I have read and understand the policy, which includes the full coverage term details, including exclusions and limitations. To view/download the policy, visit: I decline travel insurance. Travel Insurance is underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company; NAIC # To view state specific fraud warnings, visit: Y5E I understand the terms and conditions, insurance coverage offer, the cancellation schedule and final payment date. Signature: (Parent if under 18) If pilgrim is under 18 traveling with only one parent or someone who is not a parent or legal guardian you will need a notarized letter for medical care and permission to take the child out of the country. Please see for more information. Please make $ deposit check payable to Worldwide Journeys Mail with your reservation form, copy of passport, and deposit check to: Worldwide Journeys Roosevelt Blvd. #328 Jacksonville, FL