2-Week England, Ireland and Scotland Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week England, Ireland And Scotland tour itineraries

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• 14 Days in Scotland & Ireland, incl. Glasgow and Dublin

  The 14-day British Isles tour covers 29 destinations across England, Ireland, and Scotland. Highlights include Kelvingrove Museum, Edinburgh Castle, Titanic Belfast, and Ring of Kerry. Luxury stays at hotels including Atholl Palace with expert guides rated 5.0/5.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Glasgow & Western Highlands

    Start your trip in Glasgow, spending the afternoon on a city tour and visiting the Kelvingrove Art Gallery. Your second day includes a 45-minute Loch Lomond cruise followed by a visit to Inveraray Castle. "The Scotland portion was excellent - our guide played folk music specific to each region we drove through, adding such wonderful atmosphere to the journey."

    
  • Days 3-4

    Isle of Skye & Northern Highlands

    Take the "Road to the Isles" to Skye with a 2.5-hour ferry crossing. Visit Armadale Castle before continuing to Loch Ness. The next day features Culloden Battlefield and a traditional sheepdog demonstration. Visit Culloden early in the morning to avoid the tour bus crowds.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Perthshire & St Andrews

    Visit Blair Castle and enjoy a whisky tasting at Blair Athol Distillery. The next day takes you to historic Glamis Castle and St Andrews, the home of golf. "Watching the sunset over the Old Course at St Andrews was magical - arrive by 7 PM in summer for the best light."

    
  • Days 7-8

    Edinburgh & Belfast Crossing

    Spend a full day at Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. If you're traveling in August, book the Royal Military Tattoo well in advance. The next day, take a 2.5-hour ferry to Belfast and visit the Titanic Belfast museum.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Dublin & County Kerry

    Explore Dublin on a hop-on-hop-off bus, including the Guinness Storehouse. Visit Guinness first thing in the morning to skip the long lines. The next day, drive to Blarney Castle (3.5 hours from Dublin). Get there by 9 AM to beat the crowds at the Blarney Stone.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Ring of Kerry & Cliffs of Moher

    Travel the beautiful Ring of Kerry with a stop at Valentia Island. "The Skellig Experience Centre gets very busy - go right at opening time." Take the Shannon ferry to the Cliffs of Moher the next day. Late afternoon offers the best photo lighting.

    
  • Days 13-14

    Galway & Final Dublin Night

    Visit Galway before returning to Dublin. "The Temple Bar area gets extremely crowded - ask your guide about local pubs in the Liberties area for a more authentic experience." The tour ends after breakfast on day 14.

    

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• 13 Day UK & Ireland Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh

  Your 13-day British Isles tour features Stonehenge, Dublin's Guinness Storehouse, and Edinburgh Castle. Quality hotels include Park Inn Cardiff and Braids Hill Edinburgh, with expert guides rated 4.8/5 leading cultural experiences.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    England & Wales

    Leave London early at 8:30 AM to avoid traffic. Visit Stonehenge before 11 AM when it gets busy. Next stop is Bath, where you'll want comfortable shoes for the Roman baths. "The Roman baths are incredible, but bring good shoes as the ancient stones get very slippery." Stay overnight in Cardiff before moving on to Stratford-upon-Avon and Liverpool. Plan about 2-3 hours to explore Beatles sites in Liverpool.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Dublin & Eastern Ireland

    Catch the morning ferry from Liverpool to Dublin. It takes about 2.5 hours. "Don't miss the evening atmosphere at Temple Bar, but eat dinner elsewhere as prices are inflated in that area." Start your Dublin sightseeing at the Guinness Storehouse when it opens to avoid crowds. The next day, check out Waterford and Blarney Castle. "Go early to kiss the Blarney Stone - lines get very long by midday."

    
  • Days 5-7

    Western Ireland

    Stay in Killarney to explore the Ring of Kerry. Drive clockwise to avoid tour buses. One visitor shared: "The jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park was a highlight - but bring rain gear as weather changes quickly." Visit the Cliffs of Moher around 4 PM for good light and smaller crowds. Leave time for Galway, especially Shop Street with its traditional music.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Northern Ireland & Scottish Highlands

    Walk Derry's walls and see the Giant's Causeway. Book Titanic Belfast tickets online to skip the lines. Take the ferry to Scotland and drive into the Highlands. "The Glencoe photo stops are incredible but bring windproof layers - it's much colder than you'd expect."

    
  • Days 10-11

    Edinburgh

    Take two full days to explore Edinburgh. "Book Edinburgh Castle tickets for first entry and head straight to the Crown Jewels before crowds build." Walk the Royal Mile early or late in the day. Consider a side trip to Stirling Castle if you want a less crowded castle experience.

    
  • Days 12-13

    Northern England & Return

    Stop at Alnwick Castle and historic York. "York Minster is stunning but save time for walking the city walls - it's the best way to see the city." End with punting in Cambridge before heading back to London. The drive takes about 1.5 hours but plan for more during rush hour.

    

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• 13 Days in UK & Ireland, incl. Glasgow and Dublin

  Celtic heritage unfolds over 13 days across 18 cities. Step inside Edinburgh Castle, Irish National Stud, and Giant's Causeway. The route includes Blair Castle, Lake District, and Titanic Belfast experience, featuring 12 breakfasts, 5 dinners, and quality hotel stays.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Scottish Highlands

    Begin in Glasgow exploring the 12th-century cathedral and Georgian squares. Travel north through the Highlands along Loch Lomond and Loch Linnhe. "Watching the magic and mystery of the Scottish moors was humbling - bring layers as the weather changes quickly in the Highlands." Visit Fort William near Ben Nevis before continuing to Loch Ness. Stay overnight in Inverness.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Edinburgh & Castle

    Start at Culloden battlefield before visiting Blair Castle. Take a guided tour of Edinburgh's medieval Old Town and elegant New Town. Visit Edinburgh Castle early at 9am to avoid crowds and see Scotland's Crown Jewels. "Ascending Castle Rock to explore Edinburgh Castle with its 1,100-year history was incredible. The Military Tattoo performances in August made it even more special."

    
  • Day 5

    Lake District & Liverpool

    Enter England's Lake District and stop at Grasmere to try the local gingerbread from 1854. Visit The Beatles Story museum in Liverpool. "The Lake District roads can be narrow - our driver showed amazing skill navigating the coach through the stunning countryside."

    
  • Days 6-7

    Dublin Highlights

    Take a ferry from Holyhead to Dublin. Visit O'Connell Street, Georgian squares, Trinity College and St. Patrick's Cathedral from the 12th century. "Dublin's personality really shines through in its historic sites and lively pubs - the locals are so welcoming."

    
  • Days 8-9

    Ring of Kerry

    Start at the Irish National Stud farm in Kildare to learn about horse racing traditions. Visit the Rock of Cashel on your way to Killarney. Drive the Ring of Kerry coastal route and stop in Adare village to see traditional thatched cottages. "The Ring of Kerry offers breathtaking ocean views - but bring motion sickness pills if you're sensitive to winding roads."

    
  • Days 10-11

    Cliffs & Giants

    See the 668-foot Cliffs of Moher. Walk Derry's historic walls with a local guide in Northern Ireland. Visit the unique hexagonal basalt columns at Giant's Causeway. "Get to the Cliffs of Moher early - fog often rolls in by afternoon."

    
  • Days 12-13

    Belfast & Glasgow

    Explore the Titanic Belfast exhibition before taking the ferry back to Scotland. Complete your journey in Glasgow. "The Titanic museum gives incredible insight into Belfast's shipbuilding heritage - plan at least 2 hours to do it justice."

    

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