This was one of the best programs we've been on to date. The group leader, Paddy Naughton, was supurb. There's a lot of bus riding on this trip, but two things made it very enjoyable: the gorgeous scenery, and Paddy's thorough discussions of Ireland's culture and troubled past. We liked just about everything on this program, but especially: - The murals in Belfast, and the lectures explaining them - The walking tours of Derry and Galway - The tour of the Inishowen Peninsula - Dining with a family in Carrigaline (an unexpected surprise - we were divided into small groups, each going to a different family) - The Sean O'Casey play in Dublin All in all, a wonderful trip in a beautiful country with a facinating history.

Wonderful program. My husband and I liked the balance of geography, history, religion, art, and local life. We appreciated the free time built into the program and felt that the pace was just right. The hotels were all comfortable. Meals included a "full Irish breakfast" (plenty of food available on a buffet), lunches mostly in historic restaurants on the way, and 3-course dinners (with 3 choices per course) in hotels. We appreciated time with an Irish family near Cork, and a community potluck lunch in Tramore. Guides and lecturers were all good. The group leader, Stephen Delaney was absolutely tops: knowledgeable, caring, helpful, attentive to detail, and friendly. In a all, a splendid program.

Great program. The pace was perfect for us and just the right amount of free time. We felt that we had really seen Ireland and enjoyed meeting the people. Our guide, Stephen Delaney was wonderful, knowledgeable, helpful and fun.

It was the best conducted tour I have ever been on. The guides and instructors were exceptional. Everything was carefully orchestrated to deliver an endlessly interesting variety of information, experience and location.