Explore Ireland & Scotland

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Kick off your 10-night vacation in Ireland! Stay one night in a hotel near Dublin before making your way to the bed and breakfasts of your choosing. Head west to the colorful coastal city of Galway, stand in awe at the Cliffs of Moher and drive the rugged Dingle Peninsula. Feast on tasty eats in Cork, Ireland's foodie destination, before heading to Dublin. Ca...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 15 days!

What's this trip about?

    Kick off your 10-night vacation in Ireland! Stay one night in a hotel near Dublin before making your way to the bed and breakfasts of your choosing. Head west to the colorful coastal city of Galway, stand in awe at the Cliffs of Moher and drive the rugged Dingle Peninsula. Feast on tasty eats in Cork, Ireland's foodie destination, before heading to Dublin. Cap of your Irish stay with a pint of Guinness at its birthplace. From Dublin, fly into Edinburgh and perhaps drive over to St. Andrews on the northeast coast, famed as the birthplace of golf. Then head up to Inverness, known as the capital of the Scottish Highlands. Tour Scotland's scenic wonders like the Isle of Skye and Loch Ness, explore cultural Glasgow, then finish up your trip in Edinburgh. You get to create your own itinerary in both Ireland and Scotland, and the options are endless! 

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityIreland
End CityScotland

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

Attractions

  • Dublin

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Independent

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare into Dublin (DUB), out of Edinburgh (EDI)
    • Manual car rental for the duration of your stay in Ireland - upgrade to automatic available Pick up and drop off at Dublin Airport 1 night in the Dublin area at Dunboyne Castle Hotel, or similar
    • 4 nights in your choice of B&B's throughout Ireland
    • One-way, economy-class flight from Dublin (DUB) to Edinburgh (EDI)
    • Manual car rental for the duration of your stay in Scotland - upgrade to automatic available Pick up and drop off at Edinburgh Airport 5 nights in your choice of B&B's throughout Scotland
    • Breakfast daily

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Ireland!

Welcome to Dublin! Upon arrival, pick up your luggage and pick up your rental car, then head to your hotel. Spend the rest of your day at leisure.

Day 2 Dublin area - Ireland Bed & Breakfast

Today you'll head toward your first B&B. Get settled, and start exploring the area! Your B&B hosts can provide great recommendations on local restaurants, experiences and more!

Day 3 Ireland Bed & Breakfast

If you're staying in the area, consider driving down the Wild Atlantic Way to County Clare's most-visited natural attraction: the Cliffs of Moher! Rising 700 feet above sea level, these rugged cliffs are truly a wondrous sight to behold. For the more adventurous spirit, walk along the Cliff Walk for amazing views.

Day 4 Ireland Bed & Breakfast

If you happen to be in this region, perhaps explore the famous Dingle Peninsula on the westernmost tip of Ireland (and Europe!) Begin in Dingle Town, arguably one of Ireland's most charming towns. Stroll up and down Green Street as you pass cozy pubs and eclect...

Day 5 Ireland Bed & Breakfast

Today, if you're staying near Dublin, explore the city's historical and spiritual highlights, from the Christ Church Cathedral (also Dublin's oldest building) to the imposing St. Patrick's Cathedral. 

You could also take a deep dive into Dublin's drinking...

Day 6 Ireland Bed & Breakfast - Edinburgh, Scotland

Say goodbye to Ireland today as you fly from Dublin to Edinburgh. Upon arrival, pick up your second rental car and make your way to your first Scottish bed and breakfast!

Day 7 Scotland Bed & Breakfast

Depending on where you're staying, perhaps travel north today and explore the vast beauty of Inverness. Along the way, break up the drive and stop in cultural Perth or Dundee. Once you get up to Inverness, check out the River Ness, Fort George, and the many cas...

Day 8 Scotland Bed & Breakfast

If your location permits, make your way westward to the picturesque Isle of Skye, where you'll find rugged landscapes, picturesque fishing villages, and medieval castles. Take a photo at the haunting Old Man of Storr or go hiking in the lush Faeire Glen.

Day 9 Scotland Bed & Breakfast

You might want to keep your urban spirit going and head to the hip city of Glasgow, Scotland's largest city. The many hot spots there include Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Pollok Country Park, Buchanan Street, and the Necropolis. Glasgow is renowned for its shopping, music, artistic culture, and friendliness.

Day 10 Scotland Bed & Breakfast

What better place to cap off an incredible vacation than Edinburgh? In Scotland's capital city, be amazed by historic architecture, a hilltop castle and plenty of pubs.

Start the day with a visit to Edinburgh Castle, a 12th-century fortress that makes an ...

Day 11 Depart Scotland

Your Irish and Scottish B&B adventure ends today. At the appropriate time, head to Edinburgh airport, drop off your rental car and head for your departure gate.

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Last Updated: 11/8/2024

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  • Ireland Bed & Breakfast
  • Scotland B&Bs & Small Hotels
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