About the Journey 

Explore the intertwined cultural and political histories of Ireland and Northern Ireland alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Paul Muldoon. 

In Dublin, explore the sites that have inspired and been immortalized by some of the greatest writers in history: Merrion Square, Trinity College, the Yeats Exhibition at the National Library, the James Joyce Center, and the Museum of Literature Ireland (MoLI). 

In Belfast, experience an innovative dual-narrative Conflict Tour with two guides: one, a Catholic and former member of the IRA and the other, a Protestant and the founder of the peacekeeping organization, Rethinking Conflict. 

Along the way, hear personal stories from Muldoon, who was born in Northern Ireland, including a private screening of the film Paul Muldoon: Laoithe is Lirici. 

Space on this tour will not last. Reserve your place today!

Princeton Journeys is proud to partner with Mejdi Tours, the tour operator for this program. Aziz Abu Sarah and Scott Cooper co-founded Mejdi Tours in 2009 with a bold vision of tourism as a vehicle of peacemaking, which Abu Sarah describes in his 2014 TED Talk. When developing the Princeton Journeys Dublin/Belfast tour, Mejdi consulted with local Irish politicians, journalists and storytellers, as well as people who fought against each other in Northern Ireland and those who worked on the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, a major development in the Northern Ireland peace process. 

Accommodation 

The Morrison Hotel Dublin, Ireland 
This five-star boutique hotel, on the banks of the River Liffey, is steps away from Dublin’s highlights. Each bright and contemporary hotel room offers countless amenities to make your stay a restful one, and the award-winning Morrison Grill is one of the best restaurants in Dublin. Rooms feature WiFi, TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, an in-room mini-bar, iron, USB port, and in-room safe. 

The Europa Hotel Belfast, Northern Ireland 
Superbly located in Belfast, the world-famous Europa is often referred to as the heartbeat of the city. Standing tall in the city centre for over 50 years, the Europa has attracted many famous faces from all over the world, and hosted numerous prestigious events over the years. Guest bedrooms have been recently renovated in an urban chic style with King Cloud Beds and automated window blinds. Amenities include laundry service (for a fee), WiFi, TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, iron, and in-room safe. 

Reservations 

This program is waitlist only. We encourage you to join the waitlist as cancellations do happen! No deposit required.