Highlights
Explore Dublin, Derry/Londonderry, Belfast and Edinburgh
Discover Waterford, Adare, Galway and Glasgow
Visit the Irish National Stud near Kildare, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, Blarney Castle, Giant's Causeway, Titanic Experience in Belfast, a whisky distillery in Glasgow and Edinburgh Castle
View Glencoe, Eilean Donan Castle, City Hall in Belfast, the battlefield of Culloden and the 18th green at St. Andrews
See St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, Galway Cathedral and Loch Lomond in the Scottish Highlands
Scenic Drive the Ring of Kerry
Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates
Deluxe coach travel
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
4-star stays
Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.
Kildare: Admire Ireland's finest thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud Farm.
Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour.
Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. But to do so, you must dangle from the ramparts! Visit Blarney Castle and see the famous Stone of Eloquence.
Adare: Experience a village walk through the main street lined with thatched cottages.
Galway: Explore the historic heart of Galway. See landmarks such as the Spanish Arch and the cathedral, or perhaps admire the distinctive Claddagh rings.
Donegal: Stop in Donegal and see The Diamond, a hub for music and cultural gatherings in the town.
Londonderry: With a Local Specialist explore inside the city walls. See the Gothic Guildhall and the Georgian houses of Shipquay Street.
Bushmills: In Northern Ireland you'll discover the legend of the Giant's Causeway as you explore this iconic natural landmark.
Belfast: Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction in Belfast.
Belfast: Join a Local Specialist to hear about the history of the city and learn of its progress and current prosperity. You’ll explore iconic sights like the Big Fish at Donegall Quay, the Titanic Quarter, and the famous Samson and Goliath cranes. Along the way, you’ll also visit Belfast City Hall and see murals in various locations that reflect the political sentiments of the local residents.
Glasgow: Visit Clydeside Distillery for a tour and a tasting of their whisky as you learn of their long history.
Glencoe: Drive through Glencoe, a Highland valley known for steep mountains, open moorland and clan history. Your Travel Director shares context on the area’s past as you follow the road through one of Scotland’s best-known landscapes, with views that show the scale and character of the Highlands.
Fort William: Near the foothills of Ben Nevis, stop in Fort William for a stroll along the charming High Street.
Inverness: Visit the site of the final Jacobite Rising, where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s forces were defeated in 1746. Walk the battlefield and learn how this short but brutal conflict changed the course of Scottish history.
Scottish Highlands: Take in the beauty of the Highlands on a scenic drive past glens, lochs and dramatic peaks. Watch the landscape shift as you travel deeper into one of Scotland’s most striking regions.
St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from 'Chariots of Fire' was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created.
Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Killarney: Visit the working farms of Muckross, taking you back to a time of traditional farming. Learn how to churn butter and dine in the Quilles Farmhouse, set against the scenic backdrop of the lakes of Killarney.
Eilean Donan: See one of Scotland’s most iconic castles, set where three lochs meet. Framed by rugged mountains and often shrouded in mist, it’s a favourite film location and one of the country’s most photographed landmarks.
Isle of Skye: Join local distillers at 57° Skye Distillery for a guided tasting of small-batch spirits crafted on the Isle of Skye. As you meet the makers and learn about every stage of production, you’ll uncover how the island’s landscape, history, language and local ingredients, including seaweed and heather, shape each pour. See the copper stills, gain insight into sustainable small-scale production and enjoy Gaelic storytelling and place-name pronunciation throughout the experience. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Scenic Drive the Ring of Kerry
Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates
Deluxe coach travel
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
4-star stays
Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.
Kildare: Admire Ireland's finest thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud Farm.
Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour.
Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. But to do so, you must dangle from the ramparts! Visit Blarney Castle and see the famous Stone of Eloquence.
Adare: Experience a village walk through the main street lined with thatched cottages.
Galway: Explore the historic heart of Galway. See landmarks such as the Spanish Arch and the cathedral, or perhaps admire the distinctive Claddagh rings.
Donegal: Stop in Donegal and see The Diamond, a hub for music and cultural gatherings in the town.
Londonderry: With a Local Specialist explore inside the city walls. See the Gothic Guildhall and the Georgian houses of Shipquay Street.
Bushmills: In Northern Ireland you'll discover the legend of the Giant's Causeway as you explore this iconic natural landmark.
Belfast: Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction in Belfast.
Belfast: Join a Local Specialist to hear about the history of the city and learn of its progress and current prosperity. You’ll explore iconic sights like the Big Fish at Donegall Quay, the Titanic Quarter, and the famous Samson and Goliath cranes. Along the way, you’ll also visit Belfast City Hall and see murals in various locations that reflect the political sentiments of the local residents.
Glasgow: Visit Clydeside Distillery for a tour and a tasting of their whisky as you learn of their long history.
Glencoe: Drive through Glencoe, a Highland valley known for steep mountains, open moorland and clan history. Your Travel Director shares context on the area’s past as you follow the road through one of Scotland’s best-known landscapes, with views that show the scale and character of the Highlands.
Fort William: Near the foothills of Ben Nevis, stop in Fort William for a stroll along the charming High Street.
Inverness: Visit the site of the final Jacobite Rising, where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s forces were defeated in 1746. Walk the battlefield and learn how this short but brutal conflict changed the course of Scottish history.
Scottish Highlands: Take in the beauty of the Highlands on a scenic drive past glens, lochs and dramatic peaks. Watch the landscape shift as you travel deeper into one of Scotland’s most striking regions.
St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from 'Chariots of Fire' was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created.
Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Killarney: Visit the working farms of Muckross, taking you back to a time of traditional farming. Learn how to churn butter and dine in the Quilles Farmhouse, set against the scenic backdrop of the lakes of Killarney.
Eilean Donan: See one of Scotland’s most iconic castles, set where three lochs meet. Framed by rugged mountains and often shrouded in mist, it’s a favourite film location and one of the country’s most photographed landmarks.
Isle of Skye: Join local distillers at 57° Skye Distillery for a guided tasting of small-batch spirits crafted on the Isle of Skye. As you meet the makers and learn about every stage of production, you’ll uncover how the island’s landscape, history, language and local ingredients, including seaweed and heather, shape each pour. See the copper stills, gain insight into sustainable small-scale production and enjoy Gaelic storytelling and place-name pronunciation throughout the experience. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Itinerary
From the rolling greens of St. Andrews to the mystical stones of the Giant’s Causeway, the Best of Ireland and Scotland trip is an epic 15-day journey for those who crave heritage and storytelling. Beginning in Dublin and winding through Enniscrone, Glasgow, and beyond, this guided city sightseeing tour covers the highlights of England, Ireland, and Scotland. Indulge in Waterford Crystal, kiss the legendary Blarney Stone, and be awed by the wild beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Accommodations, transport, meals, and local insights are all included, making travel seamless for experienced explorers. The USP? This tour is a tapestry of iconic locations and local legends, ensuring you return home with stories as vivid as the landscapes you’ll traverse.
day 1Welcome to Dublin
Explore the Celtic heritage and hospitality of Ireland and Scotland on this grand adventure through beautiful landscapes and enchanting cities. Your first day sees you delve into the Irish capital, before joining your fellow travellers and Travel Director for dinner.
day 2Discover Diverse Dublin
day 3Journey to Waterford
day 4Onwards to Blarney and Killarney
day 5A Day on the Ring of Kerry
day 6Continue to Galway and Ballina
day 7Off to Donegal and on to Derry/Londonderry
day 8Admire the Giants Causeway and on to Belfast
day 9Cross the Irish Sea to Glasgow
day 10Discover Glasgows Rich Legacy
day 11Continue Over the Sea to Skye
day 12Venture to Loch Ness and Culloden in the Scottish Highlands
day 13Journey to Enchanting Edinburgh
day 14Uncover Edinburghs Treasures
day 15Farewell Edinburgh
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Customer Reviews
highlights a lot of places. some stops are not long enough in one place to. see everything
Spot on. Love the pace, the FAB tour director, the tour group.
Great itinerary. Great variety of things to see. Good value for money spent
Generally it was all good. A bit less of the history next time please. Besides our tour guide filling us in, the visiting local guide virtually repeated what we had just been told.
It was a very good vacation. The tour covered a lot, while not being overly taxing.
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