Cultural Wonders of Scotland & Ireland

$7,200.00

This fully customized journey is designed around your preferences, pace, and interests. With a dedicated guide and driver, explore at your own pace, enjoying a personalized experience that reflects the best of your destination.

October 5th -18th, 2027

14 days $7200 per person / double occupancy

 Day 1 – Departure -Any Major USA Airport

October 5, 2027

 Day 2 – Arrival to Edinburgh – Private Airport Transfer

October 6, 2027

Upon arrival, you have a check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.

Day 3 – Edinburgh

October 7, 2027

Edinburgh Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle

Following breakfast you get to explore the capital of Scotland – Edinburgh!

Together with the guide you start a 4-hour tour of the Old Town and explore this culturally and historically important part of the city. Today you walk along the famous Royal Mile which connects two royal residences – the Castle and the palace of Holyrood House.

Before you visit the Edinburgh Castle, you hear a comprehensive history insight from your guide and visit the castle independently. Here you may see the Honours (Crown Jewels) of Scotland, the famous 15th century gun Mons Meg, the One O’ Clock Gun inside the castle.

Your guided walking tour ends before you visit the castle and after exploring the castle you may spend time in the city on your own or return to the hotel.

 Day 4 – Edinburgh

October 8, 2027

Travel to Inverness via Scottish Highlands & Loch Ness

Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Edinburgh.

Together with your driver, you go north through the scenic Highlands, passing lush green valleys and rugged mountains.

Upon reaching Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, you’ll embark on a memorable 1-hour cruise on Loch Ness.

During the cruise, you’ll have the opportunity to admire the breathtaking beauty of the famous Loch Ness and, perhaps, catch a glimpse of the elusive Loch Ness Monster.

At the end of the tour, you are taken to Inverness. Upon arrival, you have a check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.

 Day 5 – Inverness

October 9, 2027

Isle of Skye Tour & Eilean Donan Castle
Enjoy the beauty of the untouched nature in its glory, embarking on a full day tour to the famous Isle of Skye.

After an early start, you leave the city and travel along the Great Glen Fault Line towards Loch Ness. Here, you have a chance to spot the monster and admire lovely Castle Urquhart from afar.

You continue through dramatic Highland scenery to the west coast and Eilean Donan Castle. You can go inside ‘the most photographed castle in Scotland’ or simply enjoy the astounding views. And now, it’s the moment you’ve been waiting for. Because it’s over the sea and onto the Isle of Skye.

We travel up the island’s east coast through the stunning Red Cuillin Mountains to Sligachan, where you stop for a photo of the clear mountain waters. Arriving in the town of Portree, you have free time to grab a bite to eat at one of the many delightful local restaurants.

After you explore some of the most famous scenery of the island at the Trotternish Peninsula. The Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, and the Quiraing are all unforgettably beautiful. You venture to Kyleakin for refreshments and a chance to view the dramatic ruin Castle Moil or the Skye Bridge and Eilean Ban. Travelling over the bridge, you journey back to Inverness.

The route you take back is different from the morning, so you get even more opportunities to enjoy the Highland scenery.

 Day 6 – Glasgow

October 10,2027

Travel to Glasgow via Glencoe & Glenfinnan

Start your day with a hearty breakfast before departing from Inverness for an unforgettable journey.

We travel through the dramatic Glencoe to enjoy the scenic Scottish countryside.

Today we continue south to Glasgow. Upon arrival, you have a check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.

 Day 7 – Glasgow

October 11, 2027

Guided Glasgow City Tour

Following breakfast in your hotel, meet your guide and start a 4-hour walking tour. Together you explore the gems and the great historical importance of Glasgow.

This port city on the River Clyde, famous for its shipbuilding industry, is famed for its outstanding Victorian and art nouveau architecture, fine art museums and excellent shopping opportunities.

Day 8 – Belfast

October 12, 2027

Welcome to the capital of Northern Ireland – Belfast!  Upon arrival by ferry, you check in to your centrally located hotel.

Guided Belfast City Tour

After delicious breakfast you meet your local guide in the hotel lobby and start your walking city tour of Belfast.

Following a drive through the streets of Belfast and photo stops of the historic Queens University area and City Hall you will visit the magnificent grounds of Stormont for a short walk through the estate.

You then proceed to the west of the city for a drive through the Irish Republican Falls Road area to view the numerous murals which chronicle the key events of the conflict and peace process.

You will also have the unique opportunity to write your name on one of the peace walls. Before returning to your hotel, you will visit rejuvenated historic St. Annes Cathedral Quarter.

Day 9 – Belfast

October 13, 2027

Giant’s Causeway & Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
After breakfast get ready for an exciting day trip! Together with your guide-driver set forth to the unique and mysterious rock formations – the Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, you have some free time to explore Giant’s Boot, Wishing Chair, The Camel and Shepherds’ Steps and some time for the Visitor Center.

You then make a stop at the famous Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge – the exhilarating crossing that connects the mainland to Carrick-a-Rede Island. You can take a walk across it (own expense) and try hard not to look down at the 100-feet (30-meter) drop!

Today you also visit the world’s oldest whisky distillery, Old Bushmills Distillery, where you tour a working distillery with all the associated sights and smells and have a tasting.

Then you proceed to the Dark Hedges road – Northern Irish filming location that was used in the award-winning ‘Game of Thrones’.

After the tour, you return to your hotel in Belfast and have the rest of the day free.

Day 10 – Limerick

October 14, 2027

Travel to Limerick via Boyne Valley and Newgrange

You first reach the Boyne Valley (or Brú na Bóinne in Irish) to explore its highlights: the Monasterboice, remains of an early Christian monastic settlement, the Mellifont Abbey, which is one of the first Cistercian abbeys in Ireland, and the Hill of Tara, an ancient coronation site for Irish High Kings and the seat of the High King of Ireland where the Druid forefather ruled supremely before the arrival of Christianity.

Then you proceed to Newgrange which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A prehistoric circular mound, built during the Neolithic period, around 3200 BC, making it older than Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids.

After the tour, your guide-driver transfers you to Limerick. Upon arrival, you check in to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.

Day 11 – Limerick.

October 15, 2027

Doolin Village, Cliffs of Moher & Atlantic Edge
In the morning you meet you guide in the hotel lobby and depart from Limerick for an exciting day trip.

You start your cliff walk from Doolin Village, pass by Doonagore Castle and continue toward the Cliffs of Moher. During the walk you learn about the lifestyle of the locals, the history of the area and enjoy the greatest nature. The trail is not a difficult walk; it requires a basic level of fitness.

Finally, you reach the highest point of the Cliffs of Moher standing 214 m (702 ft) above sea level. From here it is possible to see the Dingle Peninsula, the Aran Islands and mountains of Connemara.

After the walk, you explore the surfing town of Lahinch, have time for lunch and then return to Limerick.

 Day 12 – Limerick

October 16, 2027

Departure to Dublin. Following breakfast, you check out and depart from Limerick. Arrival to Dublin

Welcome to the fabulous capital of Ireland – Dublin!

Upon arrival, your driver transfers you to your centrally located hotel for the check-in.

Day 13 – Dublin

October 17, 2027

Dublin City Tour with Trinity College & Dublin Castle

After full Irish breakfast this morning, meet your guide in the hotel lobby and carry on to a walking city tour of Dublin.

During the sightseeing tour you see many of Dublin’s icons while being guided to some hidden and wonderful spots that visitors most often miss.

You see Dublin Castle, Christchurch Cathedral, the famous Ha’penny Bridge, the Georgian doors of Dublin and Trinity College Library where you see the famous Book of Kells.

Optional: Guinness Gravity Bar Experience

Enjoy a visit to the most popular Ireland attraction – the remarkable Guinness Storehouse, located in the heart of the St. James’s Gate Brewery.

Your self-touring of the Storehouse begins at the bottom of the world’s largest pint glass and as you make your way to the 7th floor you learn about the history and the making of Guinness through various interactive experiences.

Guinness Gravity Bar Experience

Day 14 – Dublin

October 18, 2027

Departure Home – Private Airport Transfer

Following breakfast, you check out of the hotel and depart from Dublin.

Included

  • Accommodation at remarkable downtown hotels;
  • Breakfasts and pub type dinners;
  • Airport transfers and all transportation according to the itinerary;
  • Breathtaking sightseeing tours according to the itinerary with professional bilingual guides;
  • Support line during the trip.
  • International flights

Not included: multiple arrival/departure transfers, other meals not mentioned in the program, optional tours and services, local city taxes and all personal expenses. Single occupancy supplement $1,490 USD for the full trip

Please note:

  1. Hotels availability is subject to change. In case current hotels are booked out we will provide alternative hotels of an equal value for you.
  2. We include 1 vehicle for your arrival and departure transfers. If multiple vehicles are required additional transfer costs will apply.
  3. Сity taxes are not included in the price. This is a small tax (1-5 EUR per person per night) collected by many cities. You will need to pay it at the hotel on checkout.
  4. As a standard, our travel packages include one checked-in bag, one carry-on, and one handbag per person. Please let us know if you require additional luggage beyond our standard allowance. Please note that there may be an additional charge for extra luggage. The charge will depend on the amount and size of the luggage you wish to bring.

Travel Authorization Requirement: Certain destinations require US citizens to fill out Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) prior their journey.

Stress-free Booking: Book your journey without stress and at convenient pace. You can pay a deposit of 20% to book any tour in any major currency; the final balance will be due 90 days before start date. If you decide to change or postpone your trip, you can transfer your deposit to any other packages we offer. Cruise bookings and special offers may be subject to different booking terms.

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