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Daily Tour
25 people
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Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Scotland and Ireland, where ancient castles, stunning Highlands, legendary folklore, and vibrant city culture await. Explore medieval streets, mystical landscapes, and iconic landmarks, from Edinburgh Castle to the Cliffs of Moher. Perfect for travelers who love history, nature, and immersive cultural experiences, this small-group escorted tour offers exclusive sightseeing, guided experiences, and unforgettable moments.
Your adventure begins as you board your flight to Scotland, the land of castles, lochs, and breathtaking landscapes.
Arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland’s regal capital. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy leisure time to relax or explore independently.
Evening: Orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at 5 PM, followed by dinner.
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals: Dinner
Join a local guide for an in-depth tour of historic Edinburgh:
Scottish Parliament and Museum of Scotland
Holyrood Palace, the King’s official Scottish residence
Walk along the Royal Mile and Princes Street
Visit Edinburgh Castle, including the Crown Room, Royal Palace, and St. Margaret’s Chapel, the city’s oldest surviving building
Optional: A Taste of Scotland evening dinner and show
The Crown Room will be closed Jan 12–mid-April 2026
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals: Breakfast
Morning drive to St. Andrews, home of the world-famous golf course and alma mater of Prince William. Enjoy free time to stroll the town and soak in its historic charm.
Visit Scone Palace, ancient residence of Scottish kings, where Macbeth, Robert the Bruce, and Charles II were crowned. Explore the palace’s antiques, paintings, and rare artifacts, then stroll the vibrant gardens.
Drive through Cairngorms National Park to Aviemore, surrounded by majestic mountains and lochs.
Available April–October only
Overnight: Aviemore
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel through the Scottish Highlands, crossing the Skye Bridge to the mystical Isle of Skye, known for its rugged landscapes, moors, and quaint villages.
Continue to Loch Ness, home of the legendary monster “Nessie.” Enjoy scenic views before returning via Inverness to Aviemore.
Overnight: Aviemore
Meals: Breakfast
Journey past Ben Nevis and the dramatic Glencoe valley, steeped in legend and history.
Cruise the “bonnie banks” of Loch Lomond, the UK’s largest freshwater lake, surrounded by Trossachs National Park.
Tour a whisky distillery, learning the secrets of Scotch whisky making and tasting select varieties. Continue to Glasgow, Scotland’s sophisticated cultural hub.
Overnight: Glasgow
Meals: Breakfast
Explore Glasgow:
George Square with statues of Robert Burns and Sir Walter Scott
Glasgow Cathedral, a 12th-century Gothic masterpiece
Victorian red sandstone architecture and regenerated Clyde waterfront
Optional: Historic Stirling Castle & Bannockburn Monument (PM)
Overnight: Glasgow
Meals: Breakfast
Board a ferry across the Irish Sea to Belfast, Northern Ireland’s renaissance city.
Tour Titanic Belfast, a cutting-edge museum built on the original shipyard, featuring interactive displays, reconstructions, and multimedia exhibits.
Drive past the West Belfast murals, Botanic Gardens, and Ulster Museum before dinner.
Overnight: Belfast
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore Giant’s Causeway, the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site of 38,000 hexagonal basalt columns. Hear the legend of Finn McCool, the giant said to have created the Causeway.
Continue to Derry, a medieval walled city:
Walk along well-preserved city walls
See Guildhall, Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall, and St. Columb’s Cathedral
View the symbolic Peace Bridge and historic Bogside
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Derry
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Drive to Sligo, the picturesque home of poet W.B. Yeats.
Visit Knock Shrine, a major pilgrimage site believed to host the apparition of the Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, and St. John.
Arrive in Galway, a vibrant coastal city full of culture and historic charm. Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Galway
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore Connemara National Park with its dramatic mountains, lakes, and lush woodlands.
Visit Kylemore Abbey, a lakeside Victorian abbey with restored rooms and walled gardens. Relax at the Tea House and enjoy the stunning vistas.
Return to Galway for leisure in the evening.
Overnight: Galway
Meals: Breakfast
Travel along Ireland’s emerald countryside to the Cliffs of Moher, towering 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean.
Visit Bunratty Castle, one of Ireland’s most authentic medieval fortresses.
Drive through Adare, with charming thatched cottages, to Killarney, nestled among mountains, valleys, and lakes.
Optional: Gaelic Roots Live Show (Apr–mid-Oct departures only)
Overnight: Killarney
Meals: Breakfast
Journey through Killarney National Park and the famed Ring of Kerry, a coastal drive offering breathtaking panoramas, remote villages, and sparkling lakes.
Optional: Jaunting Car Ride through the park in a traditional horse-drawn carriage.
Dinner at your hotel.
Overnight: Killarney
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Visit Blarney Castle and kiss the legendary Blarney Stone. Browse Blarney Woollen Mills before continuing to Dublin.
Evening: Explore the lively streets of Temple Bar with cobbled lanes, pubs, and restaurants.
Overnight: Dublin
Meals: Breakfast
Discover Dublin’s rich history:
Phoenix Park, St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Explore O’Connell Street, Trinity College (Book of Kells), and Dublin Castle
Afternoon at leisure for shopping or independent sightseeing
Evening: Farewell dinner with your Tour Manager
Overnight: Dublin
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Transfer to the airport for your flight home, taking memories of Scotland’s majestic Highlands and Ireland’s emerald landscapes with you.
Meals: Breakfast
Flights: New York–Edinburgh, Dublin–New York (other gateways available)
15 nights First Class accommodations (2 Edinburgh, 2 Aviemore, 2 Glasgow, 2 Belfast, 1 Derry, 2 Galway, 2 Killarney, 2 Dublin)
Hotel taxes, fees, porterage, and service charges
Ferry across the Irish Sea
27 meals: 15 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 11 dinners
Modern air-conditioned motor coach, English-speaking Tour Manager
Entrance fees per itinerary
Wireless earphones for enhanced touring
Tour Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and Georgian New Town
Visit St. Andrews, home of golf and alma mater of Prince William
Explore the Isle of Skye and Loch Ness in the Scottish Highlands
Cruise Loch Lomond, Scotland’s largest freshwater lake
Discover Titanic Belfast Museum and the history of Northern Ireland
Witness Giant’s Causeway, Northern Ireland’s UNESCO World Heritage Site
Walk Derry’s medieval city walls and view historic landmarks
Explore Kylemore Abbey & Gardens in Connemara
Admire Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle, and Ireland’s Ring of Kerry
Kiss the legendary Blarney Stone
Enjoy traditional Irish entertainment and culture
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