Bevy of British Isles

Locations: Dublin, Ireland; Holyhead Wales; Cork (Cobh), Ireland; Bantry, Ireland; Killybegs, Ireland; Belfast, Northern Ireland; Glasgow (Greenock), Scotland; Kirkwall (Orkney Islands), Scotland; Edinburgh, Scotland
Trip Scholar: John O’Hagan
Dates: July 12-23, 2022
Costs: Starting at $4,749 per person, including airfare
Trip Capacity: Minimum of 20 
Ship Requirements: All guests must show proof of full vaccination
Registration Deadline: Based on availability
Final Payment Deadline: 120 days before departure (March 14)

This trip is currently sold out. We look forward to traveling with you on other Principia Lifelong Learning adventures!

Trip Overview

Explore the gorgeous green coasts of Ireland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland, from Dublin to Edinburgh, on this 10-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ Sirena. During the first stops in Holyhead, Cork, and Bantry, you'll have access to the castles at Caernarfon and Conwy, the key landmarks in the Titanic's story, and the verdant coasts and seaside villages all along the Ring of Kerry. On this journey, old stone pubs ring with Irish ditties such as "the craic"—companionable conversation—flows from the friendly folk of Belfast.

The Sliabh Liag cliffs, among the highest in Europe, spread out along Donegal's Wild Atlantic Way. And the strange rocky ridges of Giant's Causeway reach up from the sea. Before spending two days exploring the rich history of Edinburgh, stop off in Kirkwall, where UNESCO-listed Heart of Neolithic Orkney features the 5,000-year-old Standing Stones of Stenness.

The trip includes the following:

• Ten nights aboard the Sirena, a mid-sized, 684-passenger ship
• ROUND-TRIP AIRFARE WITH TRANSFERS & FREE INTERNET
• PLUS CHOICE OF 6 FREE SHORE EXCURSIONS, FREE BEVERAGE PACKAGE, OR $600 SHIPBOARD CREDIT per cabin
• Attentive service onboard from a Go Next program manager throughout your voyage
• Onboard lectures from Principia Lifelong Learning faculty member John O’Hagan
• A welcome reception to meet your fellow Principia travelers
• Comprehensive pre-departure information, including shore excursion packages, dining options, and more
• On-call support for unexpected travel interruptions
• Principia group receptions, dinners, church services, and activities while on the ship
• Gourmet restaurants on the ship at no additional charge
• Unlimited complimentary soft drinks, water, cappuccino, espresso, tea, and juice
• Full access to the ship’s award-winning spa and fitness center
• Enrichment programs, including seminars led by naturalists, historians, and local experts
   

The following are not included:

• Port charges and gratuities
• Any checked baggage fees imposed by airlines
• Travel protection insurance*
• Upgrades, supplements, and personal expenses

* Travel protection insurance, provided by Travelex Insurance Services, may be purchased from Go Next Travel. Insurance will automatically be added to your Go Next invoice, but you may decline it.

Meet Your Trip Scholar

John O’Hagan has been working in professional and academic theatre for 27 years. He holds an MFA in Theatre from the University of Idaho. John has served as the Performing Arts Department Head at Lindenwood University, was a Professor of Theatre and the Creative Arts and Communication Division Director at Principia College, and was an Assistant Professor of Theatre at the University of Wyoming. John has worked as an actor and director for numerous regional theatre companies including two seasons as a member of the resident acting company at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. He has received several Certificates of Merit from the Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival for his work as a director and fight director. He received the Mayor’s Arts Award for Excellence in Arts Education (Boise, ID), and was named Teacher of the Year at Principia College in 2017 and again at Lindenwood University in 2020. Also, in 2017 John was one of 12 artists selected from an international pool to participate in a week-long workshop with internationally acclaimed director Declan Donnellan at Jerwood Studios in London, UK. John has a keen interest in Devised Theatre. Among numerous devising projects his favorites include leading two Principia study abroad programs to Ireland focused on Devised Theatre. Working with representatives from the Abbey Theatre (Dublin), The Lyric Theatre (Belfast) and numerous freelance artists and actors from across Ireland, students created original full-length productions based on their experiences while traveling across Ireland.  

Optional Dublin Pre-Cruise Program - July 11-13

Bask in the rich history and lively spirit of Dublin while staying in the heart of this welcoming city. Stroll through the cobbled streets of Trinity College while taking in its exquisite, diverse architecture. Be inspired by the breathtaking Old Library that is home to the Book of Kells–an elaborately illuminated Gospel manuscript. Visit the tomb of Jonathan Swift while taking in the medieval architecture of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral. Plus, visits to the Teeling Distillery and Guinness Storehouse.

$1,149 per person, double occupancy

$1,549 per single and subject to availability

Includes 2 full days touring Dublin and 2 nights at 4-star Trinity City Hotel or similar accommodations, with breakfast