Edinburgh to Dublin Tours

What our customers ask about Edinburgh to Dublin Tours

• What would be a sample day-by-day itinerary from Edinburgh to Dublin?

  A comprehensive route through Scotland and Ireland starts with two days in Edinburgh exploring the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. The journey continues with days 3-4 in the Scottish Highlands covering Loch Ness and Inverness followed by a day in Glasgow. The route crosses to Belfast by ferry on day 6. Northern Ireland exploration spans days 7-8 including the Giant's Causeway. Days 9-10 are spent in Galway with time at the Cliffs of Moher. The final stretch includes two days around the Ring of Kerry and Blarney Castle before concluding in Dublin. A TourRadar traveler shares: "Each day brought new discoveries - from the misty Scottish Highlands to Ireland's dramatic coastline. The pacing was perfect with a good mix of guided tours and free time."

• What is the average price I can expect to pay for an Edinburgh to Dublin tour?

  Tour prices between these cities typically run from USD 3289 to USD 4899 per person averaging USD 253-377 daily. The cost covers quality accommodations like the Radisson Blu Edinburgh and Herbert Park Hotel Dublin most meals including local Scottish and Irish dinners transportation with ferry crossings and entry to major sites. A TourRadar traveler notes: "It was absolutely amazing. Worth every cent - the experiences accommodations and included activities made it great value for money."

• What are the key destinations visited between Edinburgh and Dublin?

  The route connects major stops including Inverness Glasgow Belfast Galway and Killarney. Visitors experience significant landmarks such as Loch Ness the Giant's Causeway and Blarney Castle. Accommodations feature established properties like the Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket and Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge in Dublin. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Loved exploring both the Scottish Highlands and Ireland's Ring of Kerry - each destination had its own unique charm and beauty."

• What is the most efficient route taken between Edinburgh and Dublin?

  The standard path moves south from Edinburgh through Scotland's Highlands to Glasgow then crosses by ferry to Northern Ireland's Belfast before heading south to Dublin. This routing includes stops at St. Andrews Loch Ness Giant's Causeway and Galway. A TourRadar traveler shares: "The route was well-planned with the perfect mix of cities and scenic countryside stops. We never felt rushed between destinations."

• What is the average distance for a tour that goes from Edinburgh and Dublin?

  The complete journey spans roughly 500 miles (800 kilometers) including sea passages. The Scottish mainland portion from Edinburgh to Glasgow covers about 50 miles while the Irish segment from Belfast to Dublin along the coast runs approximately 160 miles. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The distances were well planned with plenty of stops at amazing locations like the Giant's Causeway and Glencoe making the journey as exciting as the destinations themselves."

• What is the average tour length for trips from Edinburgh to Dublin?

  Most tours operate between 9-15 days with 13 days being the standard duration. Tour operators like Contiki run 13-day Scotland and Ireland excursions covering major sites from Edinburgh Castle to the Cliffs of Moher. A TourRadar traveler reports: "The trip was great - we saw so much in 13 days! The pace was perfect and we had an excellent mix of city and countryside experiences."