Youth & School Group Concert Tours to Dublin, Ireland
Lose your heart to the rural scenes of Dublin
- Choirs
- Bands
- Orchestras
Set foot in this country and you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a storybook, where the vibrant city of Dublin is brimming with Irish soul. Close-to-home and perfect for first-time tourers, youth and school groups are spoilt for choice when it comes to performance venues, ranging from grand cathedrals and small parish churches to local festivals.
When you’re not performing, enjoy historic trips to Malahide Castle, scenic boat cruises along the River Liffey and relaxing days at Dublin Zoo.
Are you an adult music group? This tour is specifically designed with youth groups in mind, so why not take a look at our extensive range of destinations perfect for adults?
Our Recommended Itinerary
Here’s what your trip could look like
Day 1
Coach and ferry to Dublin
Free time to explore Dublin, including Temple Bar Markets, Phoenix Park, Merrion Square Park and Science Gallery at Trinity College
Evening meal and rehearsal
Day 2
Visit Dublinia & Viking World
Visit Howth Peninsula & Promenade, followed by concert 1
Evening meal and bowling
Day 3
Dublin river cruise
Trinity College & the Book of Kells, followed by concert 2
Evening meal and Irish music and dance experience at O’Shea’s
Day 4
Last minute sightseeing and souvenir shopping
Coach and ferry
Arrive home
Based on 4 day, 3 night coach tour for 44 passengers (+4 free places) travelling November 2024. Subject to availability.
- Coaching for the duration of your tour
- Return Channel Crossings (ferry or tunnel)
- Half board accommodation
- 2 x concerts (including publicity & advertising)
- Travel insurance
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- 24/7 support
- Vamoos travel app & info pack
- Tailor-made itinerary
- Motorway tolls & taxes
- VAT
- Excursions:
- Dublinia & Viking World
- Howth Peninsula
- Howth Lighthouse
- Bowling
- Dublin River Cruise
Optional Extras
- Dedicated Tour Manager
- Instrument Hire
- Hoodies and Polo Shirts
Excursions in Ireland
Browse a selection of our favourite excursions
Accommodation
Popular places to stay in Ireland
- Centrally located, next to Jameson’s Distillery and close to Dublin Castle
- Dorm, quad, triple and twin bed rooms
- Mixed en-suite and shared facilities
- Games room with pool table
- Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Shared lounge and TV area
- Games room with pool table
- Vending machines for drinks and snacks
- Wi-Fi
- Grab a bite to eat in the restaurant
- Chill out in front of the TV
- Play a game of pool
- Go shopping and visit nearby attractions, including Dublin Castle
- Situated just off Grafton Street, Dublin’s main downtown shopping area
- Historical university campus accommodation
- Over 600 guest rooms and apartments
- Sports centre
- Wi-Fi
- Kitchenette
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- En-suite rooms
- Sports centre
- Wi-Fi
- Go shopping along Grafton Street, Dublin’s main downtown shopping area
- Visit the nearby Books of Kells, the Old Library or the Science Gallery
- Enjoy the facilities at the sports centre on campus
- Centrally located in the heart of Dublin
- 5 minute walk from Temple Bar, O’Connell Street and Henry Street shopping area
- Dorm, quad, triple and twin bed rooms
- En-suite facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Breakfast area and guest kitchen
- Rooftop terrace
- Games room with pool table, table football, board games and TV
- Library corner and communal areas
- Wi-Fi
- Play a game of pool or table football in the games room
- Relax in front of the TV
- Chill out on the roof terrace
- Go sightseeing in central Dublin
- Walk to O’Connell Street for souvenir shopping
Performance Venues in Ireland
Popular concert venues in Ireland
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St Audeon’s Church, Dublin
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St Stephen’s Green Bandstand, Dublin
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Belmont House Residential Home
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St Andrew’s Church, Dublin
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Church of the Assumption, Howth
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Christ Church Cathedral
- Best suited for: Choirs
- Repertoire recommended: Sacred
- Location: City centre
- Performance times: Afternoon
- Best suited for: Bands
- Repertoire recommended: Secular
- Location: City centre
- Performance times: Lunchtime
- Best suited for: Choirs and orchestras
- Repertoire recommended: Sacred, classical, secular
- Location: Town centre
- Performance times: Afternoon
- Best suited for: Choirs and orchestras
- Repertoire recommended: Sacred, classical, secular
- Location: : City centre
- Performance times: Afternoon or evening
- Best suited for: Choirs and orchestras
- Repertoire recommended: Sacred, classical, secular
- Location: Howth
- Performance times: Evening
Additional Information
Your journey doesn’t have to end here! See what else we can offer to help you get the most out of your tour. From instrument hire to dedicated Tour Managers, we’ll go above and beyond to support you and your group.
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Real experiences
Why schools choose us
FAQs about this tour
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
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Is all of your accommodation audited in advance?
Yes, all of our accommodation is audited prior to us offering it to a group. The criterion of these audits is governed by the School Travel Forum (STF). It is important to remember that each country is governed by their own standards and laws and these may differ from UK law. However, we require our accommodation to meet our standards as a minimum. We work with the hotels and agents to endeavour to ensure that our standards are met.
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Is insurance included with my trip?
Yes, insurance will be included in your trip quotation as standard unless it is requested not to be. Make sure you check the list of inclusions in your quotation and/or confirmation.
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Can I talk to Rayburn Tours whilst out on tour?
Yes, a 24-hour emergency phone number will be provided in your final documents pack and one of our experienced members of staff will be happy to help with any problems you have whilst out on tour.
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What if the weather is bad on tour and it means we have to change our programme?
It’s no problem at all! If you are accompanied by a Rayburn Tours representative they will be happy to help. Alternatively, call us on the 24-hour emergency line. We will advise on all excursions where necessary, however, it may not always be possible to reschedule all activities in bad weather.
Travel in safe hands
Your safety is of the utmost importance to us and we monitor the safety aspects of all of our tours to ensure you have a memorable experience for all the right reasons.
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