16 Day Scotland & Ireland

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2 Edinburgh, 2 Aviemore, 2 Glasgow, 1 Belfast, 1 Derry, 2 Galway, 2 Killarney, 2 Dublin
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Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • View the Scottish Crown Jewels at Edinburgh Castle, perched high above the city Visit stately Scone Palace, ancient residence of Scottish kings where Charles II was crowned At a whisky distillery, learn the art of Scotch whisky making and enjoy a tasting Travel to Loch Ness, one of Scotland’s most storied sites, home of the Loch Ness monster Cruise on the "bonnie banks" of Loch Lomond, with gorgeous vistas of tranquil scenery Explore Glasgow's George Square with its impressive collection of statues and monuments Ferry to Belfast, one of Europe's true Renaissance cities Tour the interactive Titanic Experience Museum that reveals the story of the ill-fated ship Excursion to Connemara National Park, a wonderland of scenic mountains and grasslands Discover Galway, a seafaring town, now one of the fastest growing cities in Europe View the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, a wall of rock towering over the Atlantic Ocean A breathtaking day of magnificent vistas as you drive around the renowned "Ring of Kerry" At Blarney Castle, kiss the legendary Blarney Stone, promising you the "gift of gab" Enjoy spirited Dublin, with its thousand year history, immortalized by James Joyce †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

What's this trip about?

    2 Edinburgh, 2 Aviemore, 2 Glasgow, 1 Belfast, 1 Derry, 2 Galway, 2 Killarney, 2 Dublin

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe

Attractions

  • Belfast
  • Connemara
  • Derry
  • Dublin
  • Edinburgh
  • Galway
  • Glasgow
  • Loch Ness
  • Ring of Kerry
  • Stirling Castle

Trip includes

    • Flights New York-Edinburgh, Dublin-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 14 nights accommodations
    • 2 nights Edinburgh 2 nights Aviemore 2 nights Glasgow 1 night Belfast 1 night Derry 2 nights Galway 2 nights Killarney 2 nights Dublin Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† Ferry Cairnryan-Belfast 21 meals: 14 breakfasts, 7 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour managers throughout Entrance fees per itinerary

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Travel Map

DAY 1, Monday - Depart for Scotland
Depart for Scotland

DAY 2, Tuesday - Arrive in Edinburgh
Arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland's regal capital city; transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a light dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM Overnight: Edinburgh Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Wednesday - Edinburgh City Tour
This morning, join a local guide for a city tour of historic Edinburgh. The route will take you past the Scottish Parliament, Holyrood Palace, the Museum of Scotland, the Royal Mile, and Princes Street. Also included is a visit to Edinburgh Castle, where you can see the ...
DAY 4, Thursday - St. Andrews, Scone Palace, Whisky Tasting
The day begins with a drive to St. Andrews where Prince William attended the University -- a place of history, learning and culture, a wonderful coastal resort and the world's home of golf. Then, visit stately Scone Palace*, the family home of the Earls of Mansfield, the...
DAY 5, Friday - Loch Ness, Isle of Skye
Stunning landscapes surround you as you journey further into the highlands. The panorama of Loch Ness unfolds before you - one of the most storied sites in all of Scotland, home of the fabled Loch Ness monster. View the striking Invermoriston Falls before passing the rom...
DAY 6, Saturday - Glencoe, Loch Lomond, Glasgow
Head south this morning to a region steeped in legend, folklore, and history. The journey takes you past Ben Nevis, Scotland's mighty mountain and the Glencoe area with its glimmering lakes and sheltered forests. Arrive on the "bonnie banks" of Loch Lomond, immortalized ...
DAY 7, Sunday - Glasgow City Tour
The exploration of Glasgow begins at George Square, named after King George III, boasting an impressive collection of statues and monuments, including those dedicated to Robert Burns, James Watt, Sir Robert Peel and Sir Walter Scott. On to imposing Glasgow Cathedral, a s...
DAY 8, Monday - Ferry to the "Emerald Isle," Belfast, Titanic Experience Museum
Heading south, take the ferry across the Irish Sea to the Emerald Isle, arriving in Belfast, one of Europe's true renaissance cities. You'll see beautifully restored historic buildings, European-style cafes, and streets lined with vibrant murals. Its location on calm wat...
DAY 9, Tuesday - Giant's Causeway, Derry
Local legend and romantic lore make visiting Ireland especially unique. At the Giant's Causeway, you hear the "tale" of Finn McCool, the giant said to have created this geological wonder so he could walk to Scotland to confront another giant. Today, a massive floor of 38...
DAY 10, Wednesday - Sligo, Knock, Galway
This morning, depart for Sligo, with its inspirational natural beauty, home to a young William Butler Yeats; pause at his grave site in Drumcliff. Continue to the town of Knock in County Mayo where it is believed that the Virgin Mary, St. Joseph and St. John the Evangeli...
DAY 11, Thursday - Connemara Excursion
Today's excursion transports you to the verdant green Irish countryside. Traveling west, stop in the picturesque town of Clifden, en route to Connemara National Park, a wonderland of scenic mountains, with expanses of lush grasslands and woodlands, part of the Kylemore A...
DAY 12, Friday - Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle, Killarney
The day begins with a drive from Galway Bay through the desolate rugged plateau known as "The Burren" with its moon-like geological formations. View the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, an impressive wall of rock towering 700 feet over the crashing surf of the Atlantic Ocean. I...
DAY 13, Saturday - Ring of Kerry Tour
A breathtaking day of magnificent vistas awaits you as you drive through Killarney National Park and the renowned "Ring of Kerry"* around the island's southwestern tip. Keep your cameras ready for the sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly colored farmhouses...
DAY 14, Sunday - County Cork, Blarney Castle, Dublin
A morning drive takes you through the scenic south of Ireland into enchanting County Cork for a visit to storied 15th century Blarney Castle - you'll have an opportunity to kiss the legendary Blarney Stone, promising you the "gift of gab." Free time for shopping at the B...
DAY 15, Monday - Dublin City Tour
A full day to discover spirited Dublin with its thousand year history, immortalized by James Joyce. Visit Phoenix Park, one of Europe's largest walled city parks, home to the official residence of the President and the Dublin Zoo. Next visit St. Patrick's Cathedral, the ...
DAY 16, Tuesday - Depart Ireland
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Last Updated: 12/21/2023

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Scottish Dinner & Show Enjoy a memorable evening of traditional entertainment in Scotland's capital. The colorful tartan clad entertainers will perform a program of music, including the most famous Scottish songs, highland dancers and bagpipers. The show includes a hearty dinner with wine, including a taste of Haggis! Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $95 Gaelic Roots Live Show Gaelic Roots is an innovative and exciting Irish show which brings together all that is great about the culture and traditions of Ireland. The show has been designed to capture and highlight the rich heritage that Ireland has in abundance. During a two-hour spectacular production, the audience will experience a journey from the colorful and historic roots of traditional Ireland to the modern next generation of Irish music, song and dance in this incredibly moving and at the same time, foot-tapping show. Approximate tour duration is 2 hours OnDay : 12 Price : $35 Jaunting Cars Enjoy a ride in a Jaunting Car (pony & open carriage). Here you will see the lake of Killarney in a traditional fashion as the jarvey (driver) takes you through parts of the nearby Muckross Estate to view the peaceful green countryside. Sweeten your experience, with a local homemade chocolate treat. Approximate tour duration is 1 hour. OnDay : 13 Price : $25 Historic Stirling Castle with Bannockburn Monument (PM) Late morning departure for a visit to historic Stirling Castle, one of the largest and most important in Scotland. Explore the Royal Palace, the Royal Chapel, the Great Hall, the Great Kitchen and more as you are transported back into the height of Scottish art and culture in the 16th century. Knights, nobles and foreign ambassadors once flocked to the Royal Court at Stirling Castle to revel in the castle's grandeur. Next continue south of Stirling to the site of the Battle of Bannockburn, where Robert the Bruce defeated the English forces during the Wars of Independence. Visit the Bannockburn Monument, with a statue of Robert the Bruce and a memorial cairn. The monuments were made to commemorate the thousands of men who fought and died during the battle. Enjoy a walk through the battlefield before heading back to Glasgow. Approximate tour duration is 6 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $75 Scottish Dinner & Show Enjoy a memorable evening of traditional entertainment in Scotland's capital. The colorful tartan clad entertainers will perform a program of music, including the most famous Scottish songs, highland dancers and bagpipers. The show includes a hearty dinner with wine, including a taste of Haggis! Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $95 Gaelic Roots Live Show Gaelic Roots is an innovative and exciting Irish show which brings together all that is great about the culture and traditions of Ireland. The show has been designed to capture and highlight the rich heritage that Ireland has in abundance. During a two-hour spectacular production, the audience will experience a journey from the colorful and historic roots of traditional Ireland to the modern next generation of Irish music, song and dance in this incredibly moving and at the same time, foot-tapping show. Approximate tour duration is 2 hours OnDay : 12 Price : $35 Jaunting Cars Enjoy a ride in a Jaunting Car (pony & open carriage). Here you will see the lake of Killarney in a traditional fashion as the jarvey (driver) takes you through parts of the nearby Muckross Estate to view the peaceful green countryside. Sweeten your experience, with a local homemade chocolate treat. Approximate tour duration is 1 hour. OnDay : 13 Price : $25 Historic Stirling Castle with Bannockburn Monument (PM) Late morning departure for a visit to historic Stirling Castle, one of the largest and most important in Scotland. Explore the Royal Palace, the Royal Chapel, the Great Hall, the Great Kitchen and more as you are transported back into the height of Scottish art and culture in the 16th century. Knights, nobles and foreign ambassadors once flocked to the Royal Court at Stirling Castle to revel in the castle's grandeur. Next continue south of Stirling to the site of the Battle of Bannockburn, where Robert the Bruce defeated the English forces during the Wars of Independence. Visit the Bannockburn Monument, with a statue of Robert the Bruce and a memorial cairn. The monuments were made to commemorate the thousands of men who fought and died during the battle. Enjoy a walk through the battlefield before heading back to Glasgow. Approximate tour duration is 6 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $75
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