"Dream up the kind of world you want to live in. Dream out loud...at high volume. That's what we do for a living."
~ Bono
~ Bono
What's the FocusIn 1978, the likelihood of a rock band from Dublin to be awarded more Grammy's than any other group and go on to sell more concert tickets than any other artist in history was laughable to say the least.
This is a story of how grit and loyal friendship made what seemed impossible, possible. Immerse yourself into the places where it all began and learn how 4 young lads from the North side of Dublin found each other and what influenced their art and message. Whether you are an artist, an activist, a musician, a fan, a writer or a poet, a person of faith or not, this pilgrimage is for you. |
Itinerary Highlights
Base Cost: 1,449 USD/1300 Euro per person
(based on 8 participant minimum)
(based on 8 participant minimum)
What's Included
- Belfast accommodations (2 nights @ Europa Hotel)
- All transport within Dublin and Northern Ireland
- Dedicated travel & experience guide
- All tours, museums and local guides
- Special event with Locals
- Custom guidebook
- Pre-travel prep and content
- Welcome and celebration dinners and several lunches
What's not Included
- Dublin accommodations (5 nights: recommend finding a place to stay in the city centre or near the LUAS)
- Airfare (if not from Ireland)
- Airport transfer on day of arrival
- Free day excursion/activities (optional add-on)
- Single occupancy room supplement (optional add-on in Belfast)
- Passport, visa, or luggage fees
- Any personal purchases
- Any meals not indicated on itinerary, as well as beverages at meals
- Recommended travel protection/insurance
- Anything else not explicitly mentioned as included
Itinerary Details
Dublin (5 nights):
Belfast (2 nights):
What to Expect:
Pre-Trip Preparation (pick one or both):
- Arrival Day/Orientation
- U2's Dublin North Side Tour
- U2's Dublin South Side Tour/Event with locals
- Free Day (day trip excursion options: Wicklow Mountains, Cliffs of Moher, Boyne Valley)
- Art, Faith & Activism/Slane Castle
Belfast (2 nights):
- Black Cab Tour/Peace Wall/Troubles Museums
- Giant's Causeway and/or Derry, Special event with Steve Stockman (author of Walk On)
- Departure Day
What to Expect:
- Expect city walking as we dive into the story of U2
- Expect unpredictable and wet weather
- Expect intentional discussion on the intersection of art, faith and activism
Pre-Trip Preparation (pick one or both):
- Read Walk On: The Spiritual Journey of U2 by Steve Stockman
- Read Surrender: 40 songs, One Story by Bono