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Exploring Scotland & Ireland

Summary:

Bask in the warm Celtic culture and majestic scenery of two remarkable lands. Come to know the regal city of Edinburgh on a panoramic coach tour and by foot. Cruise the famed Loch Ness and explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle. Enjoy a traditional evening ...

Duration
13 Days
Countries
2
Next Departure
17-Mar-2025
Starting at
USD 3,699.00
Price per day
USD 285.00
Tour Type
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Operator
Collette
Tour
Exploring Scotland & Ireland
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Summary

Bask in the warm Celtic culture and majestic scenery of two remarkable lands. Come to know the regal city of Edinburgh on a panoramic coach tour and by foot. Cruise the famed Loch Ness and explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle. Enjoy a traditional evening of Scottish food and entertainment. Visit the Titanic Experience in Belfast and remember the century-old tragedy that shook the world. Walk the Giant’s Causeway (UNESCO) and soak up incredible views of the Causeway Coast, one of the world’s most breathtaking rail journeys. Visit Ireland’s bustling capital city of Dublin and tour historic St. Patrick’s Cathedral. From rugged natural beauty to vibrant and historical cities, the diverse charms of Scotland and Ireland await.

Map: Exploring Scotland & Ireland (Collette)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Overnight Flight
Day 2
Edinburgh, Scotland - Tour Begins
Day 3
Edinburgh
Day 4
Edinburgh - St. Andrews - Inverness
Day 5
Inverness - Loch Ness - Inverness
Day 6
Inverness - Fort William - Glencoe - Glasgow
Day 7
Glasgow - Belfast, Northern Ireland
Day 8
Belfast
Day 9
Belfast - Glens Of Antrim - Giant's Causeway - Der...
Day 10
Derry - Donegal Town - Derry
Day 11
Derry - Armagh - Cider Farm Visit - Dublin, Irelan...
Day 12
Dublin
Day 13
Dublin - Tour Ends

Travel Countries (2): Ireland, Scotland

Travel Cities (6): Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Glencoe, Inverness, Loch Ness

Highlights

City

  • Edinburgh

Attraction

  • Edinburgh Castle

City

  • St. Andrews

Attraction

  • Loch Ness Cruise
  • Urquhart Castle
  • Highland Evening

City

  • Glasgow
  • Belfast

Attraction

  • "Titanic Experience"
  • Giant's Causeway
  • The Causeway Coast Rail Journey

City

  • Derry

Attraction

  • Cider Farm Tour

City

  • Dublin

Included in Price

Culinary

  • Taste apple cider at a family-run farm.
  • Join in the fun during a night of traditional Scottish food and entertainment.

Experience

  • Embark on one of the world’s most breathtaking rail journeys along the Causeway Coast.
  • Explore the Titanic Experience in Belfast.
  • Discover the heritage of Glasgow with a local guide.

Optional, not included

Derry: The Spirit of Derry

  • Explore one of Ireland's best-kept secrets. Enjoy a fun and engaging evening with a local singer/songwriter and discover how the tale of Derry is intertwined with many of Ireland's most important events. Come and experience a three-course dinner at a restaurant serving pub-style food. See first-hand why Derry was named the UK City of Culture in 2013. Duration approximately 3 hour(s). Transportation is not included A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.


  • Explore one of Ireland's best-kept secrets. Enjoy a fun and engaging evening with a local singer/songwriter and discover how the tale of Derry is intertwined with many of Ireland's most important events. Come and experience a three-course dinner at a restaurant serving pub-style food. See first-hand why Derry was named the UK City of Culture in 2013. Duration approximately 3 hour(s). Transportation is not included A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.


Edinburgh: Scottish Cultural Show: A Night of Food

  • Join us for an entertaining evening of tastes, sights and sounds that are classically Scottish. Feast on a banquet prepared from a selection of local recipes. Your taste buds will savor the true flavor and goodness of this distinctive country. Tonight will be filled with entertainment including Highland pipers and dancers who deliver the very best in Scottish music, song and dance. Be prepared for a Scottish night of food, fun and many fond memories! Duration approximately 3 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

    This option will not be offered on departures that include the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
    Transportation only included for those hotels that are not within walking distance.

Dublin: Pub Lunch & The Guinness Storehouse

  • Enjoy a traditional pub lunch at a historic pub where you will soak up the atmosphere of days gone by. After lunch, continue on to the nearby Guinness Storehouse, Ireland's top international visitor attraction. Learn about the brewing process that creates this beloved beverage and discover the technique needed to pour the perfect pint! Classic Guinness ads and memorabilia create a nostalgic ambiance as you indulge in a complimentary pint and learn about a different yet key part of Ireland's history. Duration approximately 3.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

    This option must be booked at least 7 days prior to departure and will not be offered during Dublin's St. Patrick’s Day Festival (March 14-18). Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult and may not participate in the tasting.

Travel Package

 

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Going to

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Edinburgh

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Dublin

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