Film & Culture Guided Tour of Ireland
February 10–22, 2027 · San José–Dublin Sister City Program
Ireland.
On screen.
In person.
Step out of the audience and into the landscapes, streets and stories that have made Ireland a star of the screen.
Immerse yourself in a two-week cinematic adventure across the Emerald Isle. Discover how Irish culture, landscapes and history have shaped the world of film.
Based in and around Dublin — San José’s sister city — the program combines historic locations, film sites, museums, studios and cultural experiences.
From the Cliffs of Moher and Wicklow Mountains to Trinity College and Kilmainham Gaol, you’ll experience Ireland through stories that have brought its landscapes, people and history to audiences around the world.
The landscape isn’t just the backdrop. It’s part of the story.
Follow Ireland’s cinematic trail across rugged coastlines, historic cities and landscapes recognized by movie lovers around the world.
This journey connects film with culture — showing not only where stories were filmed, but how these places reflect Irish history, identity and storytelling.
See the places behind the pictures.
Cliffs of Moher
Travel Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way and experience the dramatic cliffs used in productions including Harry Potter and The Princess Bride.
Wicklow Mountains
Journey through County Wicklow and locations connected with P.S., I Love You, Vikings, Ella Enchanted and Barry Lyndon.
Dublin
Explore Ireland’s capital through film, culture and history — including Trinity College, Kilmainham Gaol, Dublin City Hall and the Irish Film Institute.
Kilkenny & Cong
Discover locations linked with The Quiet Man and Circle of Friends, along with a private visit to Cartoon Saloon.
The journey.
Thirteen days of film, culture, history and unforgettable landscapes across Ireland.
| Date | Experience | What You’ll Do |
|---|---|---|
| Feb. 10 | Depart for Ireland | Individuals board flights to Ireland. |
| Feb. 11 | Welcome to Dublin | Arrive in Dublin and take time to unpack, get settled and acclimatize. In the evening, the group reconvenes for a welcome dinner at Gallagher’s Boxty House in Temple Bar, hosted by Classport. |
| Feb. 12 | Dublin: History, Culture & Cinema | Visit Dublin City Hall and meet with a Dublin delegation of the San José–Dublin Sister City Program. Continue with historical, cultural and film-focused walking tours led by Donal Fallon. |
| Feb. 13 | Croke Park & Kilmainham Gaol | Visit Croke Park and Ireland’s national GAA Stadium and museum, then explore historic Kilmainham Gaol, famously depicted in In the Name of the Father. |
| Feb. 14 | Wild Atlantic Way & Cliffs of Moher | Travel through the Burren and Fanore Beach before visiting the Cliffs of Moher. Continue toward Connemara National Park and enjoy a group meal and traditional Irish céilí. |
| Feb. 15 | Cong, Cartoon Saloon & Kilkenny | Visit Cong, famous as a filming location for The Quiet Man, then continue to Kilkenny for a private visit and talk at Cartoon Saloon. Conclude with a guided tour of Kilkenny Castle. |
| Feb. 16 | Book of Kells & Little Museum of Dublin | Visit the Book of Kells at Trinity College Dublin, then explore the Little Museum of Dublin and its connection to Christy Brown and My Left Foot. |
| Feb. 17 | Wicklow Film Country | Travel to County Wicklow for visits to Ardmore Film Studios, Powerscourt Estate and Gardens, the Wicklow Mountains, Guinness Lake and Glendalough. |
| Feb. 18 | Optional Dublin Film Day | Spend the day independently or join an optional film-location scavenger hunt. Visit Screen Ireland and attend an evening screening at the Irish Film Institute, subject to final scheduling. |
| Feb. 19–20 | Dublin International Film Festival | Spend two days attending screenings and special events at the Dublin International Film Festival. |
| Feb. 21 | Dublin & Farewell Dinner | Enjoy a free day for last-minute shopping and sightseeing before reconvening for a farewell dinner hosted by Classport. |
| Feb. 22 | Depart Dublin | The group departs for Dublin Airport. Slán libh! |
A refundable deposit of $350 is due when registering.
Registration deadline: Friday, December 11, 2026.
What’s included?
- On-site and pre-departure orientation
- Return airport transfers
- All hotel accommodation
- All private transport outlined in the itinerary
- Unlimited transport pass for Dublin
- Activities and site visits outlined in the itinerary
- Two group dinners
- Classport 24/7 on-site group chaperone
- All taxes and fees
What’s not included?
- Airfare and daily meals are not included and participants will need to book their own flights.
- Group accommodations are being planned based on double occupancy.
- Physical accessibility accommodations, if needed, will be coordinated following booking confirmation.
- Full refunds will be issued up to 28 days from departure or 1 week prior in the instance of a documented personal or family emergency.
Deposit & payment
A refundable deposit of $350 is due by Friday, December 11, 2026. The remaining payment of $3,450 is due 31 days prior to departure, Sunday, January 10, 2026.
Pay by check
To avoid charging processing fees to our travelers, please mail a check, made payable to:
San José – Dublin Sister City Program
1346 The Alameda
Ste. 7-266
San Jose, CA 95126
Cancellation & refund policy
Registration deadline
Christina Wright, M.Phil., CPCC
Christina Wright is a Professor of Film Studies at San José State University and De Anza College.
Additionally, she freelances as a screenwriter and works as a Film Review and Curation Consultant for Wayfarer Theaters, writing weekly reviews of new film releases.
Wright sits on the Board of Directors for the San José–Dublin Sister City Program and the Arts Commission for the City of Sunnyvale.
She founded the after-school program Lights, Character, Action! and is currently authoring a book on the power of film to drive social discourse in America.
Wright holds an M.Phil. in Film Theory and History from Trinity College Dublin and is thrilled to have the opportunity to bring others to the very place where her journey in film began.
About Classport
With over 20 years of experience as a study abroad provider, Classport offers tailor-made programs in Europe that cater to participants’ individual needs and interests.
Classport places a large emphasis on participant care and believes that study abroad is a unique experience for each person. Its objective is to promote personal growth while creating memorable experiences for years to come.
Step into Ireland’s story.
Join the San José–Dublin Sister City Program for an unforgettable exploration of cinema, culture, landscapes and Irish history.
Registration Deadline: Friday, December 11, 2026
