13 days tour

Exploring Scotland & Ireland (Edinburgh To Dublin) (2024)

Exploring Scotland & Ireland  (Edinburgh To Dublin) (2024)

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Day 1 to 2: Radisson Blu Day 3 to 4: Best Western Palace Hotel Day 5: Hilton Glasgow Day 6 to 7: Maldron Hotel Day 8 to 9: City Hotel Day 10 to 11: Herbert Park Hotel

Transport

Embark on a scenic cruise on beautiful Loch Ness. Embark on one of the worldโ€™s most breathtaking rail journeys along the Causeway Coast.

Guide

Local expert

Others

Tour the "Fair City" of Dublin with a local guide. Set out on a walking tour of Derry featuring its medieval city walls. Cultural Experiences: Explore the Titanic Experience in Belfast. Discover the heritage of Glasgow with a local guide.

Meals

11 breakfasts, 7 dinners

Not included:

Flights

Flights are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Others

Other activities and services are not included

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Itinerary of your trip Exploring Scotland & Ireland (Edinburgh To Dublin) (2024)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Overnight Flight
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Overnight Flight

      From rugged natural beauty to vibrant and historical cities, the diverse charms of Scotland and Ireland await.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Edinburgh, Scotland - Tour Begins
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Edinburgh, Scotland - Tour Begins

      Your tour opens in Edinburgh, Scotlandโ€™s capital city. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for dinner at a local restaurant.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Edinburgh
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Edinburgh

      This morning, visit Edinburgh Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels and enjoy a panoramic tour of Edinburghโ€™s new town and an insightful walking tour up to the castle. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the city further at your leisure. Tonight, you might like to join the optional tour to the Spirit of Scotland Show.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Edinburgh - St. Andrews - Inverness
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Edinburgh - St. Andrews - Inverness

      Depart Edinburgh and travel onto St. Andrews, the beautiful town in the Kingdom of Fife that gave the world the game of golf โ€“ see the Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the famous Old Course. Continue on to Inverness, the capital of the Highlands.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Inverness - Loch Ness - Inverness
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Inverness - Loch Ness - Inverness

      This morning, take a scenic cruise on Loch Ness before disembarking at the base of the famed Urquhart Castle. Explore the ruins of this historic stronghold where acts of chivalry and defiance exhibit more than 1,000 years of Scottish history. Return to Inverness and have time to explore the city or take a riverside walk. This evening, enjoy a Highland evening filled with storytelling, singing and Scottish dancing!

  • Day 6 Day 6: Inverness - Fort William - Glencoe - Glasgow
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Inverness - Fort William - Glencoe - Glasgow

      Depart Inverness and stop just north of Fort William to take in the historic Caledonian Canal and its famous Neptuneโ€™s Staircase, a flight of eight locks and an incredible feat of engineering. Continue to the scenic valley of Glencoe, one of Scotlandโ€™s most historic and breathtaking glens. Your day ends in Glasgow.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Glasgow - Belfast, Northern Ireland
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Glasgow - Belfast, Northern Ireland

      This morning, explore Glasgow with a local guide. Highlights include a visit to George Square, and passing by Glasgow Cathedral, Provandโ€™s Lordship, the oldest house in the city discovering the rich industrial heritage of the area. Travel to the scenic Ayrshire coast to your ferry. Cross the famed Irish Sea as you head for Northern Irelandโ€™s capital city of Belfast.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Belfast
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Belfast

      Enjoy a privately guided tour of Belfast, Northern Irelandโ€™s largest city. Learn about the struggles in this great cityโ€™s history as you pass through its distinctive neighborhoods. See โ€œSamsonโ€ and โ€œGoliath,โ€ the massive cranes of the Belfast shipyard. Complete todayโ€™s tour with a visit to the award-winning Titanic Experience museum.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Belfast - Glens Of Antrim - Giantโ€™S Causeway - Derry
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Belfast - Glens Of Antrim - Giantโ€™S Causeway - Derry

      Venture along the stunning Antrim Coastal Route, stopping at the Giantโ€™s Causeway (UNESCO). Formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago, the causeway resembles an old, cobbled road leading mystically into the sea. Then, embark on one of the worldโ€™s most beautiful railway* journeys along the Causeway Coast. Soak up the incredible scenery before arriving in the walled city of Derry. Set out on a walking tour featuring the medieval city walls, St. Augustineโ€™s Cathedral, and the Guildhall. Perhaps you will discover why Derry is one of Irelandโ€™s best-kept secrets during an optional evening with a local singer playing traditional music at a pub serving traditional pub-style food.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Derry - Donegal Town - Derry
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Derry - Donegal Town - Derry

      Todayโ€™s journey showcases the rugged beauty of County Donegal. Start your day with a visit to Donegal Castle, a restored 15th-century castle with a unique history. Enjoy some free time to explore Donegal Town, a picturesque village at the mouth of the River Eske. Return to Derry, where tonight, itโ€™s Dinerโ€™s Choice... choose the perfect spot from a โ€œmenuโ€ of Derryโ€™s great restaurants.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Derry - Armagh - Cider Farm Visit - Dublin, Ireland
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Derry - Armagh - Cider Farm Visit - Dublin, Ireland

      Depart on a journey through the scenic countryside of Northern Ireland, stopping in Armagh to view the twin cathedrals dedicated to Irelandโ€™s Patron Saint. The two St. Patrickโ€™s Cathedrals, one Catholic and one Protestant, symbolize the two souls of Ireland. Then, visit a family-run cider farm. Meet the family and explore the orchards before sampling their award-winning Irish ciders. Continue on to the Republic of Ireland. Your day concludes in Dublin, Irelandโ€™s vibrant capital city.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Dublin
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Dublin

      A locally guided tour of Dublin highlights the world-renowned St. Patrickโ€™s Cathedral, Oโ€™Connell Street, Phoenix Park and the cityโ€™s magnificent rows of lovely Georgian town homes. You may choose to join an optional tour with lunch at a local pub followed by a visit to the Guinness Storehouse. Spend the rest of your day at leisure as you delve further into Dublinโ€™s cultural treasures. This evening, toast the end of an incredible adventure during a farewell dinner at one of the cityโ€™s most popular local restaurants.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Dublin - Tour Ends
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Dublin - Tour Ends

      Your tour comes to a close.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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