This trip provided a comprehensive overview of Ireland that whets one's appetite to know and see more about this beautiful country and its people. The highlights are just that as it is a complicated history and the natural beauty is apparent wherever one travels. The level of activity requires a good deal of walking and the pace is spirited. It meets the high standard of both G Adventures and National Geographic.
Take off on a 12-day odyssey through Ireland's best. Start in Dublin, a blend of history and culture. Head north to Belfast for murals and history. Witness the wonder of Giant's Causeway, explore Derry's past, then west to Galway for music and charm. Cork offers culinary delights, while the Cliffs of Moher awe with their Atlantic backdrop. Kerry dazzles with emerald hills and dramatic cliffs, and Kilkenny adds medieval charm. This tour is a rich tapestry of Ireland's landscapes, history, and culture
On this unique journey through the most ancient and remarkable cities in England. Explore London, the famous capital remains one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities, and diversity infuses daily life, food, music, and fashion. Visit the city’s landmarks such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and Big Ben. Continue to Durham, en route stop in Cambridge known for the world’s most famous universities. Then head to York, one of the oldest cities in England. Continue your journey by crossing into Scotland. Discover Scotland’s Capital city, Edinburgh, where you will enjoy a guided tour of the historical city. Admire the Edinburgh Castle. Travel through the highland, stop in the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry and admire its Scottish Baronial architecture. Continue your journey to spend the night in the Highland capital of Inverness and prepare for a day of glorious Scottish scenery on your drive along the shores of Loch Ness. We proceed to Glasgow and explore the eclectic streets of Glasgow. We then head to Dublin via Belfast. We explore the iconic sights of Dublin. We continue through centuries of Irish history and to some of the most stunning natural highlights that the island of Ireland has to offer. In the north, experience the imposing Rock of Cashel, the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, drive the tourist trail of The Ring Of Kerry. This trip will give you the chance to explore the true hidden gems of the old west Clare, the Kingdom of Kerry, and the medieval city of Kilkenny. We will continue to Stratford, the hometown of Shakespeare finally arriving in London where your tour ends.
Dive right into history, culture and spectacular scenery on this immersive England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland trip. Step in the shoes of Highland warriors, 12th-century monks and welcoming, Irish locals.
It was a great experience. I would’ve never seen any of the sites on my own that we saw on the bus if we go again, I know the sites I want to spend more time.