Best of Ireland and Scotland (Bus Tour)

Highlights

Dining Summary

• 6 Dinner (D)
• 14 Breakfast (B)

Be My Guest

• 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.

Dive into Culture

• 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.
• Belfast: Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction and monument in Belfast.
• Pitlochry: Warm your heart with a little Scottish whisky at a traditional distillery in the Scottish Highlands.

Iconic Experience

• Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.
• 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.
• Belfast: Join a Local Specialist to hear about the history of the city and learn of its progress and current prosperity. See the murals in different locations indicating the political sentiments of local residents.
• Glencoe: Drive through this Highland village on Loch Leven.
• Fort William: Near the foothills of Ben Nevis, stop in Fort William for a stroll along the charming High Street.
• Eilean Donan: Stop for a photo of this gorgeous castle.
• Inverness: Discover why the Battle of Culloden lasted only an hour yet changed the Highland way of life forever.
• Scottish Highlands: Admire picturesque lochs and glens as you travel through the Scottish Highlands.
• 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.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

• Bushmills: In Northern Ireland you'll discover the legend of the Giant's Causeway as you explore this iconic natural landmark. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Must-see Highlights

• Explore Dublin, 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, 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 of the Ring of Kerry
• Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates

Included in Price

Whats Included

• An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• Ferry from Northern Ireland to Scotland
• Optional Experiences and free time
• On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

Travel Package

This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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Best of Ireland (10 Days)

An in-depth encounter with the Best of Ireland awaits, from spectacular sights like the Cliffs of Moher and Ring of Kerry to the past and present showcased in Dublin, Galway and pretty Adare. You’ll learn all about Irish famine history, former kings and h...

Next Departure: 02-May-2025
Starting at: USD 3,125.00

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