Top 30 Ireland Experiences Curated by ESI in Partnership with Viator

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Welcome to our top 30 Ireland experiences page

The Ireland Sino Institute (ISI), also trading as the Europe Sino Institute (ESI), is pleased to present a curated selection of the top 30 Ireland tours and travel experiences in partnership with Viator. This page highlights opportunities to explore Ireland’s culture, history, landscapes, cities, cuisine, and everyday life. ESI’s mission is to promote mutual understanding, cooperation, and development between Europe and China. 

Viator, a Tripadvisor company, is a highly regarded global platform for tours and activities. It is trusted by travellers for reliable booking, verified reviews, experienced operators, and memorable travel experiences in Ireland, Europe, China, and destinations around the world.

Projects

TOP 30 IRELAND EXPERIENCES

Presented here are 30 top-ranking Ireland experiences, carefully curated by ESI experts with a focus on quality, cultural discovery, historical connections and fun activities.

China International Leadership Programme

The China International Leadership Programme is a blended programme offering Mandarin immersion, cultural engagement, site visits, and teaching placements.

Our Non-Profit Work in Rural China

Since 2012, the I Love Learning Education Centre, the philanthropic arm of the Ireland Sino Institute, has provided quality English education to 100,000 children in rural China.

six day visa free tour to northeast china

Experience a six-day, visa-free tour of Northeast China, featuring visits to the Great Wall and UNESCO’s Imperial Palace in Shenyang. Get ready to learn Chinese and prepare to immerse yourself into Chinese culture at the Ireland Sino Institute, indulge in authentic Chinese cuisine, and explore world-class Traditional Chinese Medicine practices. We will make it a tour to remember.

six day visa free tour to northeast china

Experience a six-day, visa-free tour of Northeast China, featuring visits to the Great Wall and UNESCO’s Imperial Palace in Shenyang. Get ready to learn Chinese and prepare to immerse yourself into Chinese culture at the Ireland Sino Institute, indulge in authentic Chinese cuisine, and explore world-class Traditional Chinese Medicine practices. We will make it a tour to remember.

Europe Sino Institute Vision

ESI People-to-People Exchange Vision

Our vision is to bring people in Europe and China closer together by encouraging direct engagement with each other’s culture, history, places, communities, and everyday life.

Our tourism work also supports our wider mission to promote mutual understanding, development, and cooperation between Europe and China. In a world increasingly shaped by division, conflict, war, trade tensions, and misinformation, the need for initiatives that build understanding, trust, and cooperation has never been more urgent.

Team

ESI Team Members

Our tourism and cultural exchange team has a presence across Europe and China. We work to strengthen Europe–China relations through meaningful travel experiences, people-to-people engagement, and deeper cultural understanding. Here are some of the key people involved.

Pat McCarthy

Pat McCarthy

ESI Chairman
Pat McCarthy is Chair of the Europe Sino Institute.
Setanta McCarthy

Setanta McCarthy

ESI Cultural Exchange Ambassador
Setanta aims to promote greater understanding between Europe and China.
Chang McCarthy

Chang McCarthy

ESI Travel Experience Advisor
A native of China who has lived in Europe, Chang helps travellers navigate Europe with confidence, comfort, and cultural understanding.
Julia Collins

Julia Collins

ESI Government & Tourism Relations Liaison
Julia coordinates with government bodies, tourism authorities, and partners to support ESI’s international cultural tourism initiatives.

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