XXVIII ICMRBS 2018
 
 
Pre-Conference Full Day Tour - Glendalough and the Dublin Mountains 



This tour will travel to the south of Dublin city to rural county Wicklow where delegates will visit the important ecclesiastical settlement of Glendalough (Gleann Dá Loch) which may be translated as ‘The Valley of the Two Lakes’.
The valley (glen) was formed through glacial processes over 20,000 years ago. In the 6th century St Kevin established a monastic settlement in this remote area and remains of much of the ‘monastic city’ including the 30 meter high Round Tower, the impressive Gateway, elaborately decorated crosses and various churches and cathedrals dating from the 12th century are maintained to the present day. During the visit to Glendalough delegates will have an opportunity to explore the monastic city, enjoy the spectacular scenery of the area, experience the visitors centre, partake in some refreshments and hear from an expert site guide on mathematics in Glendalough.

Date: Sunday, 19th August
Departure Time: 07:30
Departure Location: UCD
Ticket Price: €75 per person (Lunch included)


Post-Conference Full Day Tour - Cliffs of Moher and Galway



Travel with us to the Cliffs of Moher in County Clare located on Ireland’s wild rugged Atlantic coast. The cliffs are the highest cliffs in Europe at 214 meters/700 feet high and were recently voted as the seventh most wonderful heritage site in the world, a global poll conducted by UNESCO.
Arriving at the Cliffs of Moher make sure to visit the Atlantic Edge - an exciting interpretive centre and a new Visitor Experience. Situated in a large domed cave, see photographs, exhibits, displays and experiences that will enchant all who visit. Continue the tour through the dome and experience a virtual reality Cliff face adventure known as THE LEDGE, shown in the audio visual theatre allowing you to experience life at the cliff face both above and below sea level.
Moving outside the visitor centre enjoy a walk along the Cliff face and experience for yourself the exhilarating freedom and the power of nature at work. The Cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and range for 8 kilometres along the western seaboard of County Clare. Visit O'Brien's Tower which stands proudly on a headland off these wonderful Cliffs and see the Aran Islands and Galway Bay.

Date: Friday, 24th August 
Departure Time: 07:30
Departure Location: UCD
Ticket Price: €85 per person (Lunch + Snack included)


Half Day Tour - National Stud and Japanese Gardens Tour



This tour includes a nice mixture of culture and nature in Co. Kildare. Visiting the National Stud and Japanese Gardens.
The Irish National Stud is home to some of Ireland's finest and most famous racehorses. Join a guided tour of the farm, then pop into the state-of-the-art Horse Museum where the nation's long love affair with horse racing is brought to life.
Wander around the internationally acclaimed Japanese Gardens, created in the early 20th century by Japanese gardener Tassa Eida and his son.
Finally, take a stroll through Saint Fiachra's Garden, dedicated to the patron saint of gardeners and designed to capture the main elements of the Irish landscape - rock and water

Date: Monday, 20th August
Departure Time: 13:00
Departure Location: UCD
Ticket Price:€45


Half Day Tour - Dublin City and Guinness Storehouse Tour



Participants will be collected by private coach and will enjoy a sightseeing tour of Dublin City. The tour will provide an introduction to Dublin taking in its many sights and attractions, including O’Connell Street, the Georgian squares of Merrion Square and Fitzwilliam Square, Christchurch Cathedral, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and, Government Buildings.
The highlight of the tour will be a visit to the world famous Guinness Storehouse, Ireland’s most visited tourist attraction. It was here in 1908 that statistician, W.S. Gosset devised is famous t-test. Participants will partake in the Guinness Experience and enjoy a pint of the black stuff at the iconic Gravity Bar while taking in a 360® view of the city.

Date: Tuesday, 21st August
Departure Time: 13:00
Departure Location: UCD
Ticket Price:€45

Half Day Tour - Coastal Scenic Tour with Malahide Castle and Gardens Tour



Delegates will be brought along the North shore of Dublin, where a view of Howth Head, Bull Island Bird Sanctuary and other sights can be seen. 
Malahide Castle and Gardens is one of the oldest castles in Ireland, set on 260 acres, this magnificent & historic 12th century castle has been home to the Talbot family for over 800 years.

Date: Wednesday, 22nd August
Departure Time: 13:00
Departure Location: UCD
Ticket Price:€45

Half Day Tour - Dublin Tour with Trinity College & Book of Kells


 
Participants will be collected by private coach and will enjoy a sightseeing tour of Dublin City. The tour will provide an introduction to Dublin taking in its many sights and attractions, including O’Connell Street, the Georgian squares of Merrion Square and Fitzwilliam Square, Christchurch Cathedral, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and, Government Buildings.
The highlight of the tour will be a visit to Trinity College Dublin where you will be welcomed at the Old Library and the Book of Kells Exhibition – a “must see” on the itinerary of all visitors to Dublin. A walk through the cobbled stones of Trinity College Dublin will bring visitors back to the 18th century, when the magnificent Old Library building was constructed. Inside is housed the Book of Kells – a 9th century gospel manuscript famous throughout the world.

Date: Thursday, 23rd August 
Departure Time: 13:00
Departure Location: UCD
Ticket Price: €45