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Brendan Vacations

Brendan Vacations

801 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92805, USA
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4.9 - Excellent
Based on 208 reviews
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No of Employees200
Founded Year1969
Number of Tours28

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About Brendan Vacations

Our name comes from St. Brendan, patron saint of navigation, as we share his great passion for exploration and travel that has fueled the authentic vacation experiences we've created for travelers like you over the past 46 years.

We are your Ireland and Scotland local experts. Our team in Dublin, led by Managing Director of 30 years, Catherine Reilly, love being able to showcase their homelands. Taking you personally means we understand your every travel need, so from all the planning to introducing you to our tight knit group of local friends along the way, leave your Celtic vacation to us.

Brendan Vacations has offices in Dublin, Ireland and Anaheim, California and is a proud member of The Travel Corporation.

Why Book With Brendan Vacations

As the premier Celtic experts, no one knows Ireland & Scotland as we do. As Jameson is to whiskey, and Waterford is to crystal, so are we to Ireland and Scotland. It’s who we are. It’s what we do. From our Travel House in Los Angeles, California to our team behind the blue door in Dublin, we work together to provide you with the ultimate Celtic experience and a view through the eyes of the locals, seen by few. EXPERIENCE Founded in 1969, we’ve had nearly 50 years to hone our Celtic expertise. From the gregarious locals to the vibrant culture, rich history and breathtaking sights, we know the destination best. LOCAL EXPERTS Led by Catherine Reilly, Managing Director for over 30 years, our local Dublin team hand-crafts each of our itineraries and has long-standing relationships with every Hotelier, Travel Director, Private Chauffeur, Local Host and Venue Manager our guests meet on their journey. TAKING YOU PERSONALLY Guided by our mantra, ‘taking you personally’, we’re passionate about delivering a completely authentic experience, tailored to our guests' needs and interests. However they travel with us, they’ll meet our storytellers, stay in our hand-selected accommodations, explore our rugged edge of the world and experience Brendan’s highly personalized service.

Brendan Vacations Reviews

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Anonymous | Traveled in December

It was a great time filled with fun interesting fellowship travelers. The sights were interesting, and our tour director was 100 percent energy.

Anonymous | Traveled in October

First and foremost, the Guide and narration was superior. The information shared was interesting and supported sometimes with slide shows. Hotels were good and food was good. My only constructive criticism is that, due to allowing for two nights in each hotel which was nice, we didn't really "see" The Isle of Skye, Of the whole large island with charming villages and lots of coast line, we only got a peep and a horrible lunch, if you want to call it that. Please be sure to indicate that the potty stop on the Isle of Skye is just that. All the other locations visited had enough time to soak in the area. I absolutely loved the Sheep Farm. Wonderful!!!

Robert B. | Traveled in September

Wonderfull experience. We visited many placed in Ireland including northern Ireland. The tour guide and bus driver were very knowledgeable and experienced. it was nice having our luggage picked up and delivered to our hotel rooms each overnight stop.

Mary H. | Traveled in September

Beautiful trip in a beautiful country. Would have liked to entered Eaileen Dornan castle. Also more time driving into Isle of Skye.

Anonymous | Traveled in September

Overall the trip was wonderful from top to bottom. We experienced many additional options.

Gary P. | Traveled in September

Fast paced trip across the UK and Ireland. Was able to see many sights but not much time allowed at each one. However, as this was our first overseas trip and may be our only one given our age, so it was perfect for us. We were able to go to many places we always wanted to go.

Dean R. | Traveled in September

Wonderful trip, itinerary and great driver and guide!

Anonymous | Traveled in September

Very well laid out plan. Sites were amazing and our guide and driver were incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and engaging.

Anonymous | Traveled in September

It was magical. Scenery was amazing. Developed a deep appreciation for culture and people struggles.

Anonymous | Traveled in September

FANTASTIC vacation !!!!!!! Only problem was with United Airlines . They cancelled our entire return flights without notifying us. NOTHING like arriving at the airport to find you are stranded in Scotland !

Tours and Trips by Brendan Vacations

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Best of Scotland - Signature trip - alternative tour available
Experience the Best of Scotland from Edinburgh Castle to the eclectic streets of Glasgow. Revel in the romance and history of the Scottish Highlands and contemplate the mysterious depths of Loch Ness, before toasting bonnie Scotland’s lochs, glens and legendary locals.
7 days
Best of Ireland & Scotland - Premium trip - alternative tour available
This unforgettable Ireland and Scotland guided tour offers travelers a deep dive into the heart of Gaelic culture and history. Dublin impresses with the cobbled courtyards of Trinity College and the millennia old Book of Kells. Glencoe offers a glimpse of Britain’s highest mountain Ben Nevis before a cruise on Loch Ness and the chance to seek out Scotland’s most infamous bonnie monster. Up in the highlands, enjoy a whiskey tasting at a distillery, to uncork tales of smugglers before the vacation embarks on a grand tour of the Scottish capital. Edinburgh doesn’t disappoint with the Royal Mile, home to Edinburgh Castle, Scotland’s Crown Jewels and the Scottish Parliament.
14 days
Focus on Ireland - Premium trip - alternative tour available
Discover Ireland’s vibrant landscapes and storied traditions on the 'Focus on Ireland - Premium' sightseeing tour, perfect for experienced travelers. Over seven days, gaze from the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, stroll Dublin’s Georgian avenues, and savor authentic Irish recipes in a family-run Killarney guesthouse. Visit the last port of call for the Titanic in Cobh, kiss the famed Stone of Eloquence at Blarney Castle, and lose yourself in Galway’s historic charm. The unique highlight of this trip is its intimate farm-to-table culinary experience, offering a genuine taste of Ireland’s warmth and hospitality alongside its most celebrated sights.
7 days
Irish Experience - Signature trip - alternative tour available
Explore all the best the Emerald Isle has to offer on your trip filled with tales of mythical creatures and the troubled history of an island split in two. Beyond soul-stirring landscapes, there’s time with a local ‘Cabbie’ who’ll guide you through Belfast.
11 days
Highlights of Ireland and Scotland - Signature trip - alternative tour available
Tick off all the travel highlights of Scotland and Ireland on your trip filled with tons of craic and special moments with friends, whether you’re hopping across the mythical stones of Giant’s Causeway or passing the lovely lochs, Highlands and castles of Scotland.
11 days
Treasures of Ireland - Signature trip - alternative tour available
Blaze a trail and tick off the Treasures of Ireland on this quick jaunt around the Emerald Isle, including stops in Dublin and Cork. Learn all about Viking history, kiss the Blarney Stone and watch in wonder as the Dingle Peninsula unfolds.
6 days
Scotland's Highlands, Islands and Cities - Signature trip - alternative tour available
This unforgettable trip through the Scottish Highlands travels into the far-reaches of Scotland’s rugged countryside. Keep your eyes peeled for Nessie, delve into the history of the kings and warriors and join the Wood family for a ceilidh and lunch in the ‘presence’ of Rob Roy.
13 days
Ireland's Icons - Premium trip - alternative tour available
Discover Ireland’s legendary landscapes and enduring traditions on this 10-day journey through the country’s most celebrated regions. From Georgian squares in Dublin to the windswept shores of Connemara, experience ancient sites, historic estates and vibrant cities. Walk along the Cliffs of Moher, travel the Ring of Kerry and enjoy an enriching MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Powerscourt Gardens. Visit Kylemore Abbey, cruise Lough Corrib and explore monastic ruins, film locations and castles that tell Ireland’s layered story.
10 days
Irish Elegance - Premium trip - alternative tour available
Experience the Wild Atlantic Way and journey from Galway to Killarney on this once-in-a-lifetime tour of Ireland. Trace a landscape shaped by myth and geology—home to Europe’s longest defined coastal route and the staggering Cliffs of Moher, rising 214 m (702 ft) above sea level. Discover Galway’s vibrant streets, Killarney’s musical heritage and the storybook beauty of Kylemore Abbey, a neo-Gothic masterpiece built in 1868. From the quiet scholarship of Trinity College with its 9th-century Book of Kells, to the raw beauty of Connemara, this is Ireland at its most authentic and intriguing.
8 days
Irish Highlights - Signature trip - alternative tour available
A roundtrip from Dublin featuring the highlights of Ireland including Waterford Crystal, your newfound 'gift of the gab' at Blarney Castle and the irresistible Ring of Kerry. You’ll also learn about the devastating Irish famine and peer over the edge at the Cliffs of Moher.
7 days